Discover the UNESCO World Heritage beauty of Halong Bay on a seamless, stress-free full-day excursion from Hanoi. Travel quickly and comfortably via the modern new expressway. Board a modern luxury cruise to sail past thousands of towering limestone karst islands. Marvel at the magical chambers of Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, paddle a kayak or bamboo sampan through Hang Luon, and hike up Titop Island for breathtaking 360-degree panoramic bay views or swim on its crescent beach. Savor a lavish Vietnamese buffet lunch on board and unwind with a scenic Sunset Party as you cruise back to the harbor.
Tour Highlights
Explore the stunning Ha Long Bay – UNESCO World Heritage Site
Visit Sung Sot Cave – the largest and most beautiful cave in the bay
Kayak or take a bamboo boat at Luon Cave
Swim and hike to the top of Titop Island for panoramic views
Enjoy a Vietnamese buffet lunch onboard
Relax and watch sunset over the bay
We will pick you up at your hotel pr Ha Noi Operahouse
Stop 1: Hanoi Old Quarter Hotel Pickup (8:00 AM - 8:45 AM) Type: Stop (45 minutes) Description: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy a comfortable ride on the modern expressway toward Halong Bay with a short comfort break along the way.
Stop 2: Tuan Chau Harbor & Welcome on Board (11:30 AM) Type: Stop (30 minutes) Description: Arrive at Tuan Chau International Marina. Board the luxury day cruise, enjoy a welcome drink, and receive safety briefings as the boat departs into the bay.
Stop 3: Buffet Lunch Cruise past Iconic Karsts Type: Stop (1 hour 15 minutes - Food Included) Description: Savor a sumptuous buffet lunch featuring fresh seafood and Vietnamese specialties while cruising past famous islets like Stone Dog and Fighting Cocks (symbol of Halong).
Stop 4: Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave Exploration Type: Stop (1 hour - Admission Included) Description: Walk up shaded stone steps to discover the massive stalactites and stalagmites inside the most spectacular cave in Halong Bay with your expert guide.
Stop 5: Hang Luon (Kayak or Bamboo Boat) & Titop Island Type: Stop (2 hours - Admission & Kayak Included) Description: Choose to paddle a double kayak yourself or relax on a bamboo rowed boat into the tranquil lagoon of Luon Cave. Then head to Titop Island to swim at the sandy beach or climb 400 steps to the summit for iconic 360-degree views of the entire bay.
Stop 6: Sunset Party & Return to Hanoi Type: Stop (2 hours 30 minutes) Description: Return to the cruise sundeck for a delightful Sunset Party with 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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