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Hanoi: Full-Day Halong Bay Cruise with Swimming & Kayak Tour

4.7  / 54332 reviews
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Hanoi: Full-Day Halong Bay Cruise with Swimming & Kayak Tour
4.7  / 54332 reviews

Escape Hanoi and set out on a cruise to Ha Long Bay. Explore the Sung Sot Cave, hike on Titop Island, kayak at Luon Cave, and swim in the blue waters of the crescent-shaped Titop beach.

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Duration 1 day
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup optional
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Chaimae – Spain

I had the pleasure of taking a tour of Halong Bay with Sunny as our guide, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we got on the bus, Sunny greeted us with a warm smile and contagious energy. His passion for sharing the beauty and history of Halong Bay truly made a difference. Sunny has a gift for blending fascinating information with humor, making every moment entertaining. He shared amazing stories about the rock formations and explained the local flora and fauna in detail. His knowledge is impressive, but his clear and dynamic communication stands out even more. He was attentive to everyone’s needs, ensuring we were comfortable and answering all our questions patiently. The tour was perfectly organized, from kayaking through stunning caves to relaxing on the deck enjoying the views. Sunny even helped us take amazing photos to remember the trip. Sunny’s positive energy and ability to connect with people made the tour truly special.

C
Chaimae – Spain
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Noriko – United Kingdom

I can’t recommend this day trip to Halong Bay enough. The itinerary and the timings are well thought out and Sunny Cheong was an absolutely delightful guide. So much passion, energy and pride for Vietnam. I thought the timings for each activity were perfect (didn’t feel like we were hanging around for too long) and Halong Bay is beautiful. My only recommendation is for the the lunchtime to be longer, especially as there was a lot of food to enjoy and the tourists were keen to go above deck to see the views/take photos. I would highly recommend this trip to everyone, it was a bonus that the other tourists were such a lovely bunch of people as I was travelling solo.

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Noriko – United Kingdom

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

    Sung Sot Cave

    Visit, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

    Optional

    Luon Cave, Ha Long Bay

    Visit, Sightseeing (1 hour)

    Optional

    Ti Top Island

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

    Optional

    Ha Long

    Visit, Sunset (2 hours)

    Optional

    Ha Long Bay

    Visit, Lunch, Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Kayaking, Sunset, Class, Meal onboard, Sailing, Scenic views on the way (12 hours)

    Optional

  • 4 drop-off locations:

    Tuần Châu, Hanoi Opera House, Tuần Châu Harbor / Tuan Chau Port, Hoàn Kiếm

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Feel the warm sunshine and the cool breeze while cruising along Ha Long Bay
  • Explore the Sung Sot Cave's shimmering stalactites embodying unique shapes
  • Uncover the natural beauty of the Luon Cave while kayaking on the blue water
  • Spend some time in the water or trek to the peak of Titop for panoramic views
  • End the day with a sunset party featuring red wine, cookies, fresh fruits, and more

Full description

Enjoy a full-day trip to Ha Long Bay and immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of its stone mountains, caves, sandy beaches, and more. Start your day with a hotel pickup from the Hanoi Old Quarter (if you've booked this option) and board a shuttle bus. Take a scenic drive through lush green fields and transfer to Halong Bay via highway in just 2.5 hours. Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Harbor, cruise through the turquoise waters and admire the rock formations. Soak in the breathtaking surroundings while enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch on board. Continue your exploration with a visit to the renowned Sung Sot Cave, also known as the "Surprise Cave." Admire the shimmering stalactites that take on countless 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 sun as you pass by Titop Island. Take a refreshing dip in the water or trek to the summit of Titop for panoramic views of the bay. Afterward, relax for a while before returning to the boat for a sunset party with red wine, French fries, and fruits. Following your cruise, head back to your hotel in Hanoi, arriving in the Old Quarter by 9 PM. Note: The shuttle bus only picks up passengers in the Hanoi Old Quarter. If you are staying outside of this area, please proceed to one of the two designated meeting points listed below: - First pick-up: 7:40 AM at Hanoi Opera House, No. 1 Trang Tien Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi - Last pick-up: 8:40 AM at 162 Tran Quang Khai Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Please contact the operator to provide your pick-up address or to specify your preferred meeting point.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at Hanoi Old Quarter (if option selected)
  • Tour guide
  • Cruise
  • Visit to Ha Long Bay
  • Kayak or bamboo boat
  • Sunset party with red wine, tea, fruit, and french fries
  • Visit to Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Titop Island
  • Swimming on the beach
  • Hike on Titop Island
  • Other drinks not mentioned

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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Participants

Date

Pickup & drop-off

Pickup time

15 - 30 minutes before the activity starts.

Pickup included

A shuttle bus will pick up all travelers around Hanoi Old Quarter. Pickup time is from 8:10 AM-8:50 AM. The tour guide will contact you on your phone number or WhatsApp number before pickup. If you stay outside of Hanoi Old Quarter, please go to the meeting point at Hanoi Opera House, No 1 Trang Tien Str, Hoan Kiem Dis, Hanoi at 8:00 AM and please inform the activity provider. Please check your email a day before the tour to check your pickup time and details.

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Drop-off point
May vary depending on the option booked.

Meeting point

1. OPTION: PICK UP FROM HANOI: - We pick customers up at the hotel if hotels are in the Hanoi Old Quarter area. - If Staying outside of Hanoi Old Quarter area: Please come to 02 options: Hanoi Opera House- 1 Trang Tien street, Hanoi (pick up at 7h40am) or 162 Tran Quang Khai street (pick up at 8h40am). Please contact to the provider your meeting point 01 day before the travel date. 2. OPTION: PICK UP AT HALONG PORT This option for customer already in Halong Bay, - Please arrive at Tuan Chau International Marina Port (for the day cruise) by 11:45 AM for check-in. Advise your whatsapp number, tour guide will contact to pick you up. - If you require a one-way transfer back to Hanoi, an additional fee of US$10 per person will apply. (Please inform to provider 01 day before the travel date for a good arrangment).

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • Pickup and drop-off are only available from accommodation in central Hanoi. If you're staying in an Airbnb or other private accommodation, please provide a clear address in the booking process

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 4332 reviews

Review summary

  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Chaimae – SpainNovember 28, 2024  – Verified booking
I had the pleasure of taking a tour of Halong Bay with Sunny as our guide, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we got on the bus, Sunny greeted us with a warm smile and contagious energy. His passion for sharing the beauty and history of Halong Bay truly made a difference. Sunny has a gift for blending fascinating information with humor, making every moment entertaining. He shared amazing stories about the rock formations and explained the local flora and fauna in detail. His knowledge is impressive, but his clear and dynamic communication stands out even more. He was attentive to everyone’s needs, ensuring we were comfortable and answering all our questions patiently. The tour was perfectly organized, from kayaking through stunning caves to relaxing on the deck enjoying the views. Sunny even helped us take amazing photos to remember the trip. Sunny’s positive energy and ability to connect with people made the tour truly special.
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Noriko – United KingdomNovember 24, 2024  – Verified booking
I can’t recommend this day trip to Halong Bay enough. The itinerary and the timings are well thought out and Sunny Cheong was an absolutely delightful guide. So much passion, energy and pride for Vietnam. I thought the timings for each activity were perfect (didn’t feel like we were hanging around for too long) and Halong Bay is beautiful. My only recommendation is for the the lunchtime to be longer, especially as there was a lot of food to enjoy and the tourists were keen to go above deck to see the views/take photos. I would highly recommend this trip to everyone, it was a bonus that the other tourists were such a lovely bunch of people as I was travelling solo.
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Sonny – AustraliaNovember 17, 2024  – Verified booking
Our guide Long and Driver Thàng were amazing!! Although it was a long day (13 hours) and expected, so happy we did the day trip out and not the overnight. There must have been over 100 boats - although the islands number just under 2000 so it didn't feel too overcrowded. The lunch was tasty, happy hour refreshing and the speedboat option (USD10.00) was a fun 15 minutes! Sunset cruise on the way back was spectacular. The group we hung out was fun as well! Thanks again Long and Tháng.
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Activity provider:DGB - INDOCHINATODAYTRAVEL

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