From Hanoi: Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Kayak & Titop Island

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage beauty of Halong Bay on a seamless. Travel quickly and comfortably via the modern expressway (saving 2 hours round-trip). Board a modern luxury cruise to sail past thousands of towering limestone karsts. Marvel at the magical chambers of Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, paddle a kayak or bamboo boat through Hang Luon, hike Titop Island for panoramic 360-degree views, savor a lavish Vietnamese buffet lunch, and unwind with a scenic Sunset Party.

Highlights:
Fast transfer via modern expressway between Hanoi and Halong Bay (only 2.5 hours).
Cruise past iconic limestone karsts aboard a modern, spacious luxury day boat.
Explore Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave — the largest and most magnificent cavern on the bay.
Kayak independently or ride a local bamboo rowed boat through serene Luon Cave.
Hike to the peak of Titop Island for iconic panoramic photos or swim at the beach.
Indulge in a freshly prepared Vietnamese buffet lunch with seafood delicacies on board

What's Included

Kayaking or bamboo boat
Entrance fees
-Helpful English speaking tour guide.
Round-trip transportation (limousine/comfortable vehicle)
Vietnamese buffet lunch
Cruise experience in Ha Long Bay
Hotel pick-up & drop-off (Hanoi Old Quarter)
-Other meals not mentioned in itinerary.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick up and drop off at hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter or meeting point at Operahouse Ha Noi

OR
Meeting point
Old Quarter
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Hanoi

    Stop 1: Hanoi Old Quarter Pickup & Expressway Transfer Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Admission: Free Description: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (8:00 AM – 8:45 AM). Enjoy a comfortable transfer in a modern AC vehicle via the new expressway to Halong Bay with a short comfort break along the way.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Hạ Long Bay

    Stop 2: Tuan Chau Marina & Welcome On Board Duration: 30 minutes | Admission: Free Description: Arrive at Tuan Chau International Marina (11:30 AM). Board your luxury day cruise, receive safety briefings from your guide, and sip a complimentary welcome drink as the boat begins sailing into the bay.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Hạ Long Bay

    Stop 3: Buffet Lunch Cruise past Iconic Karsts Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes | Admission: Included Description: Savor a sumptuous buffet lunch featuring fresh seafood and traditional Vietnamese dishes while cruising past famous islets including Stone Dog, Incense Burner, and Fighting Cocks.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Sung Sot Cave

    Stop 4: Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave Exploration Duration: 1 hour | Admission: Included Description: Walk up shaded stone steps to discover the massive stalactites and stalagmites inside Sung Sot Cave — the most spectacular and expansive cavern in Halong Bay.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Hang Luon Cave

    Stop 5: Hang Luon (Kayak or Bamboo Boat) & Titop Island Duration: 2 hours | Admission: Included Description: Choose to paddle a double kayak yourself or ride a bamboo rowboat through the tranquil lagoon of Luon Cave. Head to Titop Island to swim at the crescent sandy beach or hike 400 stone steps to the summit for iconic 360-degree panoramic views.

    2 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Hanoi

    Stop 6: Sunset Party & Expressway Return to Hanoi Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Admission: Free Description: Relax on the cruise sundeck for a delightful Sunset Party with complimentary tea, wine, and tropical fruits as the sun sets over the limestone mountains. Disembark at the marina and travel back via expressway, arriving at your Hanoi hotel around 8:00 PM – 8:30 PM.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VN Bike Tour Shore Excursion

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Limousine Tours
Shore Excursions
Zombie Slice
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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