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Hanoi: Full-Day Halong Bay, Cave, Island, Swim, & Kayak Tour

Hanoi: Full-Day Halong Bay, Cave, Island, Swim, & Kayak Tour

8:10-8:50 AM Shuttle bus & tour guide will pick you up from Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Halong Bay by highway only 2,5 hours Enjoy a full-day trip to Ha Long Bay and get immersed in the beauty of the stone mountains, caves, sandy beach, and more. Board a vehicle from the hotel and enjoy a scenic drive through the green fields. Arrive at the Tuan Chau Habour and cruise through the turquoise waters and amazing rock formations. Soak in the beauty of the surroundings while enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch on board. Next, you will continue to explore the beautiful Sung Sot cave, known as the surprising cave. Admire the shimmering stalactites embodying countless strange and unique shapes. Take a kayak or bamboo boat to spend some time in the water and discover the stunning Luon Cave. Feel the warmth of the sunshine as you pass by Titop island. Take a refreshing dip in the water or trek to the Titop peak for photos with a panoramic view of the bay. Relax for a while before going back to the boat to enjoy a sunset party with red wine, french fries and fruits. After reaching Ha Long harbor, the driver will transfer you back to Hanoi. 21:00 The end trip and drop off at Hanoi Old Quarter Note: We will send email confirmed booking and send details time pick-up after you booked, please check email before one day tour start. If customers are staying outside of the Hanoi Old Quarter, please proceed to the meeting point listed below - Pick-up at meeting point: 7:45am-7:55am at Hanoi Opera House - No 1 Trang Tien Str, Hoan Kiem Dis, Hanoi - Pick-up at meeting point: 8:40am - 8:50am at: 162 Tran Quang Khai Str, Hoan Kiem Dis, Hanoi

Hanoi: 2-Day Halong & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise with Balcony

Hanoi: 2-Day Halong & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise with Balcony

Sip tea at sunset and explore caves by bamboo boat on a 2-day, 1-night speedboat cruise from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Join in on kayaking, swimming, tai chi, and squid fishing. Enjoy cabin accommodation, an onboard restaurant, and more. Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay 8:00-8:30am Pickup at Hanoi Old Quarter( for guest use our transfer).After pickup, start the 2.5-hour journey via limousine to Tuan Chau Port. 11:30 - 12:00 Meet the crew and listen to a short briefing about your cruise while enjoying a welcome drink at the onboard restaurant. Check in to your boat cabin before a buffet lunch at the onboard restaurant. Option 1: Discovery Dark and Bright Cave by kayaking or Bamboo Boat about an hour here. After visit the Dark and Bright cave back to main cruise for swimming around the cruise. Enjoy tea or coffee on the sundeck while watching the sunset. Option 2- Cruise toward Halong Bay and explore Ba Trai Dao beach. This is a great destination for kayaking around limestone islets and swimming in crystal sea water. Enjoy tea or coffee on the sundeck while watching the sunset. The time looking for sunset on the bay, the one of the best time in the day to see beautiful the bay. Learn how to make traditional Vietnamese spring rolls during a cooking demonstration and class with the onboard chef. Dinner is then served, featuring a seafood set menu at the restaurant. After dinner, reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails at the panoramic bar or experience the thrills of squid fishing. Spend the rest of your night in your cabin. Day 2: Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi Start your day with a Tai Chi session while surrounded by fresh air and views of the sun rising on the bay. After a light breakfast Option 1: You will visit the Trung Trang Cave on the Cat Ba Island about an hour, so beautiful island in Lan Ha Bay. Option 2: Cruise toward Lan Ha Bay explore the Ao Ech area. This is a great destination for kayaking around limestone islets and swimming in crystal sea water. 9:30am Return to the cruise to check out of your cabin. 10:00 Enjoy brunch at the restaurant while cruising back to Tuan Chau Port. 11:20 At Tuan Chau Port 11:45 The bus will transfer back to Hanoi-From the port, enjoy a final limo transfer back to your pickup location. 15:00 The end trip at Hanoi Old Quarter Note: We provided 4 cruises for this trip, so traveler will go with one of option up there. We also provide Limousine bus to Ninh Binh, so who want to transfer to Ninh Binh instead Hanoi, please inform us in email. We also pick-up and drop off at Ninh Binh by Limousine bus instead Hanoi Free set up Honeymoon cabin, anniversary cabin Free a birthday cake for customer have a birthday on cruise Please send an email if you have special request up there.

Hanoi: 3-Day Ninh Binh, Ha Long, & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise

Hanoi: 3-Day Ninh Binh, Ha Long, & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise

Discover some of Vietnam's most picturesque locations on this multiday trip with a 5-star cruise. Visit Ninh Binh, Lan Ha, and more with roundtrip transportation from Hanoi included. You'll also get to swim, kayak, make traditional cuisine, and learn about local culture. Day 1: Hanoi - Ninh Binh 7:20-7:40 am Tour guide and bus will pick-up all traveler from the Hanoi Old Quarter and head to Ninh Binh Province. Pay a visit to the Bai Dinh Temple Complex, the largest complex of Buddhist temples in Vietnam, and check out the impressive pagoda. Have lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to the Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Float through the tranquil rivers of Trang An on a wooden boat and climb to the top of Mua Caves for striking panoramic views of Tam Coc before heading to the homestay for an overnight stay. 16:30 check in Ninh Binh Bungalow and free cycling around Village 19:00 Dinner at Bungalow restaurant and free time relaxing and stay overnight at Ninh Binh Bungalow Day 2: Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay 6:30 am Have breakfast at Ninh Binh Bungalow and bus will come to pick-up to Halong Bay 7:10-7:30am The Limousine bus pickup from Ninh Binh, transfer to Ha Long Bay. Check in for the cruise and have lunch. Cruise through Con Vit Islet, Thumb Islet, Gia Luan Harbor, and Lan Ha Bay. Drop anchor for some kayaking or swimming at Ba Trai Dao Beach or, depending on the weather, visit Dark Cave and Bright Cave. As the sun sinks below the horizon, gather on the deck to enjoy the brilliant colors in the sky and relax with tea and coffee or learn how to make traditional Vietnamese spring rolls during a cooking demonstration. Make new friends at the sunset party or relax in the onboard. After dinner, enjoy a large selection of cocktails at the panoramic bar or play board games, watch a movie, or go squid fishing Day 3 Lan Ha Bay - Ha Long Bay - Hanoi Start your day with an early morning Tai Chi session on the deck to focus the mind and condition the body. Enjoy a light breakfast while taking in stunning views of the bay and its dramatic limestone islets. We will provided one of 2 options at below (depending one of our cruise will do one option activities at below) Option 1: Sail through the calm emerald waters to Ao Ech for a kayaking trip and swimming. Option 2: will visit the Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island After exploring the caves, enjoy some Vietnamese cuisine for lunch. Disembark from the cruise and take a speedboat back to Tuan Chau Marina before heading back to your accommodation in Hanoi. 11:30 Check out the cruise and bus come to pick-up and transfer back to Hanoi 14:30-15:00 The bus will drop off at Hanoi Old Quarter, the end trip at Hanoi Old Quarter Free offer a birthday cake if client have a birthday on cruise (need request before one tour by email) Free set-up honeymoon or anniversary cabin (need request before one tour by email)

From Hanoi: 2-Day Halong Sapphire Cruise with Balcony Cabin

From Hanoi: 2-Day Halong Sapphire Cruise with Balcony Cabin

DAY 1: HANOI - HALONG – LAN HA BAY (Lunch/ Dinner) 12:00 Welcome at TuanChau habour in Halong Bay. 12:00-12:15 You will be taken on our tender from the wharf and make your way out onto the bay to board our luxurious craft, Sapphire Cruise. You will be welcome aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. Our Crew will conduct a compulsory safety procedures session and then you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up. Take some time to have a look around the vessel or watch the magical landscape go by. 13:15 - A special lunch of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing favorites will be served. We set sail for Lan Ha Bay passing to Da Chong islet where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago 14: 00: When lunch is about to finish, it is just nice that the Cruise completes its entry through the Cua Van area to Lan Ha Bay (as part of Halong Bay). The area is surrounded by a lot of extraordinary limestone karst landscapes. Guests can start their journey to explore Lan Ha Bay by Kayaking and swimming in the crystal clear waters of the bay 17: 00: Back to the main boat, and cruising to a place for staying overnight 17:30 - Join the sunset party on the sundeck in a warm and romantic atmosphere, making friends with other members of the group, enjoying fresh local fruit, and listening to soft, light music. 18:00 -Cooking class opened right on the Cruise, you will be guided on how to prepare and make spring rolls 19:15 Relish a special dinner in the restaurant. 20:45 - 00:00 Your free time to relax with an exotic cocktail or whatever takes your fancy. Our bar has a wide range of wines, beers, and liquors, and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day on the Bay. Order a Spa service or take any activities on a boat cruise such as watching documentary movies, squid fishing or simply relaxing on our rooftop deck under the cover of a star filled sky DAY 2: DARK & BRIGHT CAVE – HA LONG BAY - HANOI (Light Breakfast/Brunch) 06:00 - The nicest time of the day on Lan Ha Bay is the morning. Head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee, or juice anywhere you wish on the boat and watch the never-ending miraculous scenery unfold before you. 06:30 - Light breakfast will be served in our restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee) 7:15 - 8:30 - Enjoy the last stage of your trip to Dark & Bright Cave and islets by local rowing boats which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage. Back to our main board afterward 09:00 -9:15 Check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland. 09:45 Enjoy your brunch on the boat. 10:45 you will board our tender and head back to the wharf 12:00: Back to harbor -

From Hanoi: 2-Day Cruise Trip with Private Balcony & Bathtub

From Hanoi: 2-Day Cruise Trip with Private Balcony & Bathtub

Treat yourself to a night on a 5 star cruise boat in Halong Bay with hotel transfers from Hanoi. Admire Vietnam’s pristine waters, sunbathe on deck, and enjoy activities, including a traditional cooking class and kayaking. Day 1: Check in for your cruise and sip on a welcome drink before a safety briefing from the crew. Then, settle in and tuck into a seafood lunch on a board. Admire the beautiful canals of Lan Ha Bay. Visit the Dark Cave and Bright Cave, where you can go kayaking or enjoy a bamboo boat ride. Then, head back to the cruise where you can admire the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Relax in the seasonal swimming pool, enjoy a complimentary sunset party, and indulge in the Happy Hour deals in all the bars on the cruise. In the evening, soak up the sunset views over the Gulf of Tonkin, relax in the seasonal Jacuzzi, dance the night away, and enjoy happy hour deals in all the bars onboard. Take the optional traditional cooking class or enjoy deep relaxation with a cocktail with panoramic views of the ocean from the top deck. Before dinner, the captain will choose the most tranquil area to anchor for the night. After finishing dinner, enjoy a variety of activities, such as: taking in the landscape of the bay at night from the top deck, relaxing with romantic ballad music, enjoying drinks from the bar, squid fishing, watching a movie, or relaxing with a spa treatment. Spend the night on the boat. Day 2: Lan Ha bay -Ha Long Bay – Ha Noi (B/L) 6:15 AM: Wake up early to start your day with a Tai Chi class or watch the sunrise. Enjoy a light breakfast in the restaurant. Visit the Tra Bau by kayak and see fishermen working in the oyster farms. Return to the boat and check out of your cabin. Then, have brunch in a restaurant while the boat sails back to the pier. Settle your bill at the end of trip before disembarking the boat and returning to the port. If you don't need transfer to Hanoi, say goodbye at Halong. If you book the transfer to Hanoi with us, around 11:30-11:45 am, our transfer will pick you up at the harbour.

From Hanoi: Halong Bay, Titop Island, Sung Sot & Luon Cave

From Hanoi: Halong Bay, Titop Island, Sung Sot & Luon Cave

8:00-8:45am The bus will pick up all travelers around Hanoi Old Quarter. then transfer direct to Halong Bay. Please provide details hotel for pick-up in Hanoi Old Quarter or any address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up. Enjoy a full-day tour of Halong Bay and see some of the area's highlights. Visit Sung Sot Cave, one of the biggest on the bay. Admire rock formations and the beautiful landscape along the way. Kayak and swim and enjoy a delicious lunch on the boat before a sunset party. Start the tour by boarding a vehicle from the hotel and enjoy a scenic drive through the green fields. Arrive at the Tuan Chau Habour and cruise through the turquoise waters and amazing rock formations. Soak in the beauty of the surroundings while enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch on board. Admire the beautiful Halong Bay Landscape During time lunch on the boat from the restaurant. Continue the tour to explore the beautiful Sung Sot cave, known as the surprising cave—the biggest and most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. Marvel at the shimmering stalactites embodying countless strange and unique shapes. Enjoy some time in a kayak or bamboo boat to spend some time in the water and discover the stunning Luon Cave. Try to spot the local monkeys or other animals that live on the island. Feel the warmth of the sunshine as you pass by Titop Island. Take a refreshing dip in the water or trek to the Titop Peak for photos with a panoramic view of the bay. Swim at Titop Beach in the refreshing and clear water. Relax for a while before returning to the boat to enjoy a sunset party with red wine, french fries, and fruits. After reaching Ha Long Harbor, the driver will transfer you back to Hanoi. 18:30 The bus will pick up and transfer back to Hanoi 21:00 The bus will drop off all customer at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Note: After booking please provide details address for pick-up in Hanoi Old Quarter If you stay outside of Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to 2 main meeting point. - First pick-up at meeting point for customer stay outside of Hanoi Old Quarter: Hanoi Old Quarter - No 1 Trang Tien Str, Hoan Kiem Dis, Hanoi - Time pick-up: 8:00am - Second Meeting point: 8:45am-8:50am at 162 Tran Quang Khai Str, Hoan Kiem Dis, Hanoi Please provide details your phone number/email/WhatSap number available for WhatSap and our staff, tour guide will contact to make easier pick-up.

Ha Long Bay: Luxury Day Cruise, Caves, Kayak & Buffet Lunch

Ha Long Bay: Luxury Day Cruise, Caves, Kayak & Buffet Lunch

10:00: Welcome at Tuan Chau Harbor Lounge Cruise, embark the luxury daycruise with our crew’s warmly welcome Enjoy drink then start the excursion to discovery the beauty of the world heritage site 12:00: Enjoy a special lunch with diverse dishes on the boat (Buffet lunch will be served if there are more than 30 guests on board). While having lunch, the boat will passing by the beautiful scenery on both sides with thousands of limestone such as Fighting Chicken and Incense Buner Islets symbols of Halong Bay 14.00: Arrive at Bo Hon Island, and hiking & visit Sung Sot Cave – the most beautiful cave with a lot of stalagmites and stalactites 14.45: Do kayaking or bamboo boat through Luon Cave to discover the beautiful lagoon. 15.15: Visit TiTop Island with its sandy beach. You can go swimming here or trek up to the top of the island for sightseeing all of Halong bay 16.00: Back to the boat for the sunset party (with coffee, tea, fruits, and biscuits) meanwhile the boat is cruising back to the harbor 17.00: Arrive back at the harbor. Tour ends

Hanoi: 2-Day Lan Ha & Halong Bay 5 Stars Cruise with Balcony

Hanoi: 2-Day Lan Ha & Halong Bay 5 Stars Cruise with Balcony

Day 1: Ha Noi – Halong - Lan Ha Bay Either get picked up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter and ride to Tuan Chau Wharf or meet your skipper at the Wharf. Board a transfer boat and sail to your cruise ship. After you check in, get a refreshing welcome drink and cool off with a cold towel. Listen to a short briefing with safety instructions and a tour of the cruise. As you find your cabin, set sail for Ha Long Bay. As you cruise, enjoy a delicious lunch in the onboard restaurant, taking in views of the picturesque canals that lead to the Bay. Option I: Discovery Dark and Bright Cave by kayaking or Bamboo Boat about an hour here. After visit the Dark and Bright cave back to main cruise for swimming around the cruise. Enjoy tea or coffee on the sundeck while watching the sunset. Option 2- Cruise toward Halong Bay and explore Ba Trai Dao beach. This is a great destination for kayaking around limestone islets and swimming in crystal sea water. Enjoy tea or coffee on the sundeck while watching the sunset. Enjoy tea or coffee on the sundeck while watching the sunset. Return to the cruise in time to admire the striking colors of the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Relax in the onboard swimming pool, have fun at the sunset party, or join a traditional cooking class. If you wish, pay onboard to enjoy a relaxing massage or get in a workout in the fitness center. After sunset, the captain will drop anchor in a tranquil section of the bay as you enjoy dinner on board. Spend the rest of the night squid fishing, watching a movie, listening to music, or having drinks at the bar. Overnight On Cruise Day 2: Lan Ha bay -Ha Long Bay – Ha Noi Wake up early to start your day with Tai Chi class, watch the sunrise from the top deck, or go for an early workout in the gym as you enjoy scenic views of the sunrise. Enjoy a light breakfast in the restaurant. Option I: You will visit the Trung Trang Cave on the Cat Ba Island about an hour, so beautiful island in Lan Ha Bay. Option 2: Cruise toward Lan Ha Bay explore the Ao Ech area. This is a great destination for kayaking around limestone islets and swimming in crystal sea water. After returning to the cruise, check out of your cabin before having brunch on board. At around 11:30 A.M., disembark at Tuan Chau Wharf. Either make your own way back to Hanoi or enjoy a comfortable transfer service. Note: We can arrange pick-up and drop off at Ninh Binh by Limousine bus instead Hanoi Free set up Honeymoon cabin, anniversary cabin Free a birthday cake for customer have a birthday on cruise.

Cat Ba: Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay Kayak & Snorkel Boat Tour

Cat Ba: Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay Kayak & Snorkel Boat Tour

Visit Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay on a boat cruise from Cat Ba. See Cai Beo floating village, explore caves in a kayak, go snorkeling in the pristine waters around Ba Trai Dao Beach, and more. Start your tour with a pickup from your hotel on Cat Ba. Board a traditional boat at Ben Beo Pier and begin navigating through Lan Ha Bay. Admire the imposing limestone formations along the way. Stop a Cai Beo, one of the oldest and largest fishing villages in Vietnam. Explore the floating village to learn about the daily lives of the local fishermen and their way of life. Next, board a kayak and paddle through the narrow passages of Lan Ha Bay. Immerse yourself in the peaceful surroundings as you paddle along crystal clear waters. After your kayaking adventure, return to the boat for a seafood lunch as you continue cruising through Lan Ha Bay. Take a moment to enjoy the stunning scenery as you relax on the deck. When you're finished with lunch, the captain will find a nice place to drop anchor, giving you time to relax or go for a swim. You'll have the option of swimming to the secluded and tranquil Ba Trai Dao Beach. You'll also have a chance to put on some gear and enjoy a snorkeling session in the waters around Ba Trai Dao Beach. Discover the area's rich underwater world as you observe the rich and vibrant local marine life. Take a leisurely cruise back to the pier after your snorkeling adventure. A bus will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.

Hanoi: Transportation to/from Cat Ba

Hanoi: Transportation to/from Cat Ba

Enjoy an economical and time-saving transfer between Hanoi Old Quarter and the island of Cat Ba, famed for its sandy bays and expansive jungle Natural Park. Get picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and dropped off at your accommodation in Cat Ba or vice versa. Your ticket includes a bus to the ferry terminal, a speedboat ticket and transfer by car to your hotel once on the island. During the journey, help yourself to complimentary bottled water and snacks and make use of the onboard wifi. Choose from three daily departure times, 7:30 AM, 10:30 AM and 2:00 PM. You will travel on board a 35-seater air-conditioned coach.

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Everything from start to finish was seamless. Comfortable, air conditioned bus was exactly on time. The cruise was great fun and we were lucky to have a great group of fellow passengers ... we ended up eating dinner as one large group and the staff were very accommodating despite the difficulties this must have caused them. We loved the bamboo boat trip and the caves. Special thanks to Tom who was a very attentive guide, Amy who was a ray of sunshine in the dining room, and Peter who was fun and humorous during his cooking demo.

We really enjoyed our stay! Great staff, very good food, beautiful rooms! The activities were alright, not a must do tbh. We did not „cruise“ that much sadly. Would have wished to drive a bit more around, but we still got beautiful views!

The views were fantastic, the boat was comfortable. We enjoyed our kayaking adventure and swimming off a floating platform. Our guides were very friendly and helpful, thanks to Minh and his coworker! Would definitely recommend!

Had a lovely over night cruise in Ha Long Bay, Mr Lucas was the ideal support for travel and all the other needs you could think of, everything went flawlessly, thanks for the great organisation, would definitely recommend!

Sunny was a great guide. Would totally recommend the trip. We had a great day in ha long bay and got to see the hotspots.