Discover Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a shared deluxe traditional cruise with a seafood lunch. Visit Heaven Palace Cave, explore islands, go kayaking, or enjoy a bamboo boat ride.

About this activity

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Duration 4 - 13 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English, Vietnamese
Pickup optional: Pickup is available at hotels in the Old Quarter of Hanoi. The tour guide will contact you on your phone number or WhatsApp number before pickup. If you stay out of Hanoi Old Quarter, please meet at tour organizer office, 31 Lo Su Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi . And please inform the activity provider. Please check your email a day before the tour to check your pickup time and details.
Private group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Frances – United States

Great activity and sort of a relaxing experience except for slight hike up cave steps but you had 40 min to complete and even the 70 yr olds in the group did it in half the time. Convenient pickups and very comfortable shuttle and boat ride. Guide gave instructions in 3 languages and she was very nice.

Ella – United Kingdom

Our tour guide Bobby was really friendly, made sure we had an amazing experience! Making us laugh and teaching us about the Vietnamese culture. He made sure we had the opportunity to take photos and time to relax! The food was lovely and there was plenty of it! I would definitely recommend!

Itinerary

Starting/pickup location
Depends on the selected option
Bus/coach
(3.5 hours)
Ha Long
Photo stop, Visit, Beer, Coffee, Spirits, Tea, Wine, Lunch, Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Hiking, Kayaking, Bamboo rafting, Sunset, Meal onboard, Regional food, Scenic views on the way, Welcome refreshments (4 hours)
Ha Long Bay
Photo stop, Beer, Coffee, Spirits, Tea, Wine, Boat cruise, Walk, Kayaking, Marine life viewing, Regional food, Sunrise (4 hours)
Thien Cung Cave
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)
Hòn Đỉnh Hương
Photo stop, Visit, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Sunset, Scenic views on the way (30 minutes)
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Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Kayaking, Bamboo rafting, Safety briefing, Sailing, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)
Bus/coach
(3 hours)
2 drop-off locations:
Hanoi, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Việt Nam

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Embark on a cruise on Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Visit Heavenly Palace cave, floating village, and the famous James Bond cave
Relax in the sun on the sundeck and Enjoy delicious seafood on board
Explore the emerald waters by kayak or bamboo boat
Visit some of the area's most picturesque in spots in the area of Halong

Full description

Discover the beauty of Halong Bay on a cruise and a guided kayaking tour. Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch on a voyage to the Thien Cung (Heaven Palace) cave. Get closer to the islands on a leisurely kayaking tour.
08:00-08:30: Pick up at hotels located in the Old Quarter of Hanoi, head out on the drive to Ha Long Bay,
09:30: Making a short stop halfway to take a short break or restroom. Continue the scenic drive to Halong
11:45-12:00: Reach Tuan Chau International Island Pier and board the Deluxe Traditional Dragonfly Cruise.
12:30: Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch onboard and take in the tranquil beauty and breathtaking scenery from the deck. Admire tiny limestone islands with rock arches, sheer cliffs, white sand beaches, peaceful coves, and fanciful names, such as Incense Burner and Fighting Cock (the symbol of Ha Long Bay).
14:00: Head on to Thien Cung (Heavenly Palace Grotto). Explore its vast chambers adorned with stalactites and stalagmites of all kinds.
15:00: Enjoy 45 minutes of kayaking or paddling a bamboo boat around the islands and water tunnels at the World Natural Area recognized by Unesco.
16:00-16:30: Return to the Tuan Chau pier and board the bus that will take you back to Hanoi.
19:00: Arrive in Hanoi. Drop off in Old Quarter of Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
Good time for next trips: Night bus Ha Giang, Sapa. Night train to Hue, Da Nang. Or Night Market in Old Quarter of Hoan Kiem, Hanoi. Or Dinner time when you back in Hanoi.

Special Local Seafood Lunch menu:
• Seafood Soup
• Fried potato
• Steam shrimp
• Fried eggs roll
• Fried squid
• Deep-fried seafood spring rolls
• Fried chicken with mushroom
• Steamed fish with tomato sauce/Fish fried with bread crumbs
• Fried vegetables (when in season)
• Steamed rice
• Fresh fruit
• Afternoon fresh fruit and tea
Vegetarian lunch or Special request for Lunch please advise us in advance for the best arrangement
- Our bus luggage compartment could keep your luggage during your tour if you would like to stay in Ha long for more days

Note: We would email confirming pick-up time and address before one day tour start. Please check and confirm for the best arrangement

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Old Quarter of Hanoi
Halong Bay Tour with Dragonfly Cruise
Admission fees
Seafood lunch
Kayak or bamboo boat
Heaven Palace Cave visit (45 minutes)

Tips for driver, tour guide, or crewman (optional)
Drinks ordered on cruise

Not suitable for

Pregnant women
People with back problems
People with mobility impairments
People with heart problems
Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Start your tour at Ticket counter #01, Tuan Chau International Pier at 12:00 PM. Your captain and tour guide will pick you up for the cruise boarding. This option with No transfer service. In case, you request the transfer services. Transfer fee would be applied. And depend on Availability

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Sunscreen

Not allowed

Pets
Oversize luggage

Know before you go

Pickup and drop-off are only available from accommodation in central Hanoi. If staying in an AirBnB or other private accommodation, please provide a clear address in the booking process.
Please advise in advance if you are vegetarian
Be sure to bring a hat, raincoat, swimsuit, insect repellent, water, flashlight, good shoes, and some cash
All participants are required to obey the orders of the tour guide for safety
You are advised not to bring large pieces of luggage (for your convenience)
Please advise if you are vegetarian or allergic to any foods
You will get a full refund if the tour is canceled due to bad weather

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