PRIVATE TOUR HALONG BAY ONE DAY with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat

5.0
(1,080 reviews)
Hanoi, Vietnam

9 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Escape the crowds and discover the quieter side of Ha Long Bay in one day from Hanoi. Glide past towering limestone islands, step inside the glittering Thien Cung (Heavenly Palace) Cave, and paddle into hidden lagoons by kayak or bamboo boat.
✦ Private and flexible – Enjoy the bay at your own pace, without sharing with other groups.
✦ Beautiful scenery – Limestone islands, quiet lagoons and away-from-the-crowds routes.
✦ Stress-free – Hanoi hotel pickup, fresh seafood lunch and an experienced guide included.
✦ Flexible timing – Choose from multiple start times to suit your schedule.
Perfect for couples, families and small groups short on time.

What's Included

Private or Shared Cruise depends your choices.
Note: NO WORRY about your bookings, We ALWAYS send email or messege via Whatsapp after your booking
Licensed and experienced English-speaking tour guide
2 free bottle water on the car from Hanoi to Halong Bay
Vietnamese lunch with a focus on seafood. Meat and vegetarian options are available upon request. Please advise us in advance of any dietary restrictions for the best arrangement.
NOTE: YOUR PASSPORT NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED FOR BOAT REGISTRATION BASE HALONG MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS
Free of charge for the children under 5 years old, sharing lunch & car with parents
Entry/Admission - Halong Bay
Kayaking or Bamboo boat ( rowed boat ) by fisherman to discover 2 hidden peaceful lagoons
Private Air-conditioned Modern Car / Van round trip From Hanoi to Halong Bay via Express-Way
Entry/Admission - Heavenly Paradise Cave
Drinks on Cruise : Beer, wine, coffee, tea, soft drink, water
Tips & gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

Our private tour includes hotel pickup and round-trip transfer from Hanoi. If you are staying in another city or arriving at an airport, please contact us via WhatsApp at +84 979 703 898. Additional transfer fees may apply depending on your pickup and drop-off location, while some locations may be free of charge.

Please note: If you select the "PICKUP fromHaLongPRIVATECRUISE" option, you will need to travel to Halong Marina on your own, or already be staying in Halong. Our tour guide will meet you at HALONG MARINA OR YOUR HOTEL IN HALONG CITY . This option does not include transfer from Hanoi.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • Old Quarter (Pass by)

    08:30: We pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi departure for Halong Bay by Car / Van depend on size of group by the Express Way. This is one of the best express ways in the North of Vietnam , you will enjoy the beautiful of countryside with the ricefields , rivers , fruit gardens and biggest port named HaiPhong on the way. It takes you about 2 hours and 30 minutes to arrive Tuanchau Marina.

    Admission ticket free
  • Tuan Chau Island (Pass by)

    11:30 Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina, the main gateway to the bay and departure point for day cruises. Step aboard your cruise and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch while sailing past thousands of limestone islands.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Hạ Long Bay

    Why You'll Love This Trip ✦ Exclusive private experience—no crowds, no waiting, no sharing your day with strangers. ✦ A flexible itinerary that moves at your pace—linger longer wherever you like. ✦ A perfect balance of relaxation, nature, and light adventure for every kind of traveler. ✦ Ideal for couples, families, and small groups who value privacy and comfort. Halong Bay—Towering limestone pillars and tiny islets topped by forest rise from the emerald waters. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1994, Halong Bay's scatter of islands, dotted with wind- and wave-eroded grottoes, is a vision of ethereal beauty and, unsurprisingly, northern Vietnam's number one tourism hub. Enjoy a fully private Halong Bay experience—no crowds, no waiting, and your own cruise for the day. This one-day journey takes you through breathtaking limestone karsts, hidden caves, and peaceful lagoons, combining comfort, authenticity and unforgettable scenery—all at your own pace, on your own private boat.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Dong Thien Cung

    12:00 Heading to Thien Cung Cave (Heavenly Palace Grotto), one of the most beautiful cave in Halong bay . Hike up some steps to discover the cave founded in 1993 by a fishman. View the spectacular of halong from high .Explore their huge chambers adorned with stalactites and stalagmites of all kinds.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Hon Ga Choi Island

    13:15 Pass By Hon Ga Choi (Fighting Cocks Island) Admire one of the bay’s most iconic limestone formations, famous for its two towering rocks rising dramatically from the water and facing each other like fighting cocks. ✦ One of the most photographed landmarks in the bay ✦ A unique limestone formation rising 12 meters above the water ✦ A perfect photo opportunity You will stop here to taking pictures and admire the unique limestone rock formation

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Hon Dinh Huong Island

    13:45 Pass By The Incense Burner ( Hon Dinh Huong ) Admire one of the bay’s most symbolic limestone formations, rising gracefully from the emerald water like a giant incense burner offering to heaven and earth. ✦ Featured on Vietnam’s 200,000 VND banknote ✦ A symbol of luck and spiritual harmony ✦ A perfect photo stop in the heart of the bay

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Ba Hang

    Doing Sampan (Bamboo Boat ) or Kayak Stop at Ba Hang, known for its calm waters, beautiful lagoons, and peaceful atmosphere. Although the original fishing village was relocated in 2014, local residents continue to row boats for visitors, preserving their traditional way of life. Choose a traditional sampan or bamboo boat rowed by local fishermen, or kayak through caves into a hidden lagoon surrounded by emerald waters and towering limestone cliffs. ### Discover Ba Hang’s Hidden Lagoon Explore the lagoon, once a safe haven for fishermen during typhoons, by choosing one of two activities: - Kayaking: Paddle at your own pace through emerald waters, limestone cliffs, and stunning natural scenery. - Traditional Rowing Boat: Relax as local fishermen row you through three interconnected caves, leading to a secluded lake surrounded by magnificent rocky mountains.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Old Quarter

    End of the boat trip and back to the Car for riding 2 hours 30 minutes back to your hotel in Hanoi. You will be at the hotel around 18:30 to 19:00.

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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