Tours/Hanoi/Halong Bay Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch by Diamond Era Cruise
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Halong Bay Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch by Diamond Era Cruise

4.9(1,992)Hanoi1 hour
VIATOR4.3(55)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1,937)

Description

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay aboard the Diamond Era, a 5-star luxury cruise featuring an elegant, modern design. Our 6-hour "Route 2" itinerary is designed to provide a complete and unforgettable world heritage experience. The vessel accommodates up to 130 passengers and boasts two spacious restaurants, a sundeck for sunbathing, and an onboard Jacuzzi. Enjoy a premium journey starting with a round-trip Limousine transfer via the high-speed expressway. Your package includes a diverse buffet lunch featuring seafood, Vietnamese specialties, and vegetarian options. All entrance fees for Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island, as well as kayaking, a sunset party, and the services of an enthusiastic English-speaking guide, are fully included.

Tour Options

From Ha Noi by Shuttle bus
  • Luxury cruise, worth service Duration: 13 hours: Visiting Sung Sot cave, Titop island, Luon cave, kayaking/ bamboo boat, Sunset party on boat Buffet lunch on board Shuttle bus: A new-generation 31-seater bus that is spacious, smooth-riding, and equipped with powerful air conditioning. Pickup included
From Ha Noi by Limousine bus
  • Luxury cruise, worth service Duration: 13 hours: Visiting Sung Sot cave, Titop island, Luon cave, kayaking/ bamboo boat, Sunset party on boat Buffet lunch on board Limousine bus: Luxury limousine bus with 18, 23, and 31 seats with AC. These vehicles are comfortable seating, an exceptionally smooth ride. Pickup included
Departure from Ha Long Bay
  • Luxury cruise, worth service Duration: 6 hours: Visiting Sung Sot cave, Titop island, Luon cave, kayaking/ bamboo boat, Sunset party on boat Buffet lunch on board No transfer pick up service Meeting point: : 11:20 am, we will meet at Tuan Chau marina harbor. Customers come inside the check in house and meet cruise staff.

Itinerary

Admission included45 min

7:45-8:20 Hotel pick up ( Hotels are located in Hanoi Old Quarter) Our English-speaking tour guide will pick guests up from other hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter The estimated pick up time will be informed to the customers before departure date via WhatsApp number. If outside Old quarter, meeting point Hanoi Opera House at 8:20am

150 min

10:30 – Short Lavatory Break Quick rest stop halfway to stretch your legs or take a quick snack in case you missed the breakfast. You will have 15 minutes for toilet and rest.

90 min

11:45 Boarding The Cruise – Check In Time. The bus will arrive at Halong International Port, reach our pier, where our welcoming staff will be waiting for your arrival with a big smile. Welcome drink will be served while the captain introduces the cruise briefing and instruction. 12:00 – 13:00 – Lunch On Board The cruise departs from Halong International Port for a joyful journey to discover the beauty of the world heritage Ha Long Bay. Along the way, you will have chance to pass through the grandeur of the legendary bay with thousands of limestone islands such as: Dog Rock, Duck Rock and especially Thumb Rock – a beautiful limestone islet rising from sea water in the shape of a giant thumb. Mother Nature has put Thumb Rock here to send a message of goodness to every passenger cruising in the ancient bay. Have a Huge – Buffet lunch with variety of dishes including Seafood – Vietnamese Food and International Food.

Admission included60 min

Explore Surprising Cave ( Sung Sot Cave ) Stop at Bo Hon Island. Our tour guide will take you to Sung Sot Cave/Surprising Cave, the largest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. After about 200 steps under the forest canopy, the entrance of the cave shows up. A paradise of appear in front of you. You will discover the cave in about 45 minutes before getting back to the cruise (For other tourists who can’t walk much, you can stay on cruise, chilling out on the sundeck).

Admission included60 min

Visit Luon Cave Then do kayaking or a bamboo boat in Luon cave and discover the beautiful lagoon. The most interesting outdoor activity.

Admission included60 min

Titop Island – Titop Beach – Titop Mountian – Swimming – Hiking Stop at Titop Island. One this small island, you can climb halfway up the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay. Looking down from high above gives you a wonderful sensation; at the same time offers you a spectacular view of every corner of the bay. Relaxing on the little white sand beach, go swimming or just stay on the boat and relax. So take a few moments to reflect on the beauty of this natural wonder of the world.

Admission included60 min

Cruising back to Halong International port. You will have a lot of time for enjoying sunset party with tea, cakes, sunbathing on the upper deck with music and enjoying great fun of group touring fellows among world iconic natural scenery.

Admission included180 min

18:00 - 18:15 Get on the bus Get on the bus to back to Hanoi by Expressway, have a short break fro 20-30 miniutes. 21:00-21:30 Arrive to Hanoi. Our driver will drop you off at your hotel in the Old Quarter or meeting point.

Highlights

Welcome drink upon boarding
Kayaking or bamboo boat excursion fees
Round-trip transfer from Hanoi (If option is selected)
In transfer vehicle
English-speaking professional guide
Access to onboard Jacuzzi pool and sundeck
Onboard sunset party (tea, cakes, fruit, music)
Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island
Buffet lunch with more 35 dishes with Vietnamese cuisine, Western food, Seafood, Vegetarian option

What's included

Included
Welcome drink upon boarding
Kayaking or bamboo boat excursion fees
Round-trip transfer from Hanoi (If option is selected)
In transfer vehicle
English-speaking professional guide
Access to onboard Jacuzzi pool and sundeck
Onboard sunset party (tea, cakes, fruit, music)
Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island
Buffet lunch with more 35 dishes with Vietnamese cuisine, Western food, Seafood, Vegetarian option
Not included
Beverages
Gratuities
Personal Expenses
Holiday surcharge: 1st,2nd,3rd on Lunar New Year (8 usd per person)
Hotel pickup outside Hanoi Old Quarter

Pickup Locations & Times

Please provide a valid phone number (WhatsApp, KakaoTalk, or LINE) with your booking confirmation so our team can share real-time updates. If you have selected the Halong Bay departure option, please meet us at Tuan Chau Marina between 11:15 AM and 11:20 AM. For those departing from Hanoi, complimentary hotel pickup is available for guests staying in the Old Quarter (Hoan Kiem District) between 7:45 AM and 8:20 AM. If your hotel is located outside this area, please meet us at the Hanoi Opera House at 8:20 AM. Please note that pickup times may be slightly delayed due to local traffic conditions, and we appreciate your patience and cooperation. Due to the hotel location, some stress were blocked by Police so we will inform customer move to the nearest place to pick up. Customer kindly cooperating!

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(1,992)

8
858faeg
July 11, 2026
Awesome experience!!

Richie was an incredible guide! He was very kind, checked in on everyone, made sure everyone was having a good time and was looked after. he was very informative on the history of Ha Long Bay. I would absolutely recommend Richie and his tour to everyone!

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H422SNthomasc
July 11, 2026
Fun day trip from Hanoi

Had a great day trip from Hanoi. What surprised me the most were the caves and how beautiful they were.

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Traveler67880849814
July 11, 2026
One day curise

Its was totally very nice experience... The day start to end our tour guide Mr.Richie is very friendly and kind to us like a friend,like a brother he explains each and everything i love it Special thanks to Mr. Richie

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250abbasi
July 9, 2026
Ha Long trip

Thanks Diamond Era cruise for the trip especially our guide Richie. Definitely will be back here

Operator response

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your Ha Long Bay cruise and had a memorable time on board. Your kind words are a great encouragement to our team, and we truly hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future. Thanks and regards, Ms.Chloe

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Nomad57933760201
July 9, 2026
Nice trip

Thankyou Richie for accompany us, he was nice and friendly 😊

Operator response

We sincerely appreciate your wonderful review. It is always a pleasure to hear that our guests enjoyed the beauty of Ha Long Bay as well as the service provided by our crew. Thank you for choosing our cruise, and we look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit to Vietnam Thanks and regards, Ms.Chloe

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Navigate55719418788
July 9, 2026
Ha long bay

This is my first time cruise in my life and be the best because our experience was so excellent with staff and our tour guide richie is really helpful and kind to us.

Operator response

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your Ha Long Bay cruise and had a memorable time on board. Your kind words are a great encouragement to our team, and we truly hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future. Thanks and regards, Ms.Chloe

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21desb
July 9, 2026
Vincent Monkey

Vincent is a very good tour guide, will recommend. The best!

Operator response

Thank you for your valuable feedback and for choosing our Ha Long Bay cruise. We are very happy to know that you had an enjoyable and relaxing journey with us. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the near future Thanks and regards, Ms.Chloe

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Fearless07997436672
July 9, 2026
Vincent is the Best tour guide

best tour guide and the tour was awesome

Operator response

Thank you for your valuable feedback and for choosing our Ha Long Bay cruise. We are very happy to know that you had an enjoyable and relaxing journey with us. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the near future Thanks and regards, Ms.Chloe

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Sightsee38098504756
July 8, 2026
diamond era cruise

Best tourguide Tom, thank you so much for give us a nice trip today on Diamond Era Cruise. See you again!

Operator response

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your Ha Long Bay cruise and had a memorable time on board. Your kind words are a great encouragement to our team, and we truly hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future. Thanks and regards, Ms.Chloe

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Dream14827733466
July 8, 2026
Diamond era cruise

Thank you staff on board for giving your family a memorable experience. We'll be back next time.

Operator response

We sincerely appreciate your wonderful review. It is always a pleasure to hear that our guests enjoyed the beauty of Ha Long Bay as well as the service provided by our crew. Thank you for choosing our cruise, and we look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit to Vietnam Thanks and regards, Ms.Chloe

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