Halong Bay is one of the must-see attractions in Vietnam, even for travelers on a time budget. This full-day tour of the UNESCO-listed bay is the perfect choice if you’re trying to squeeze in a quick trip from Hanoi. Take it easy with all-inclusive transportation plus lunch, and enjoy kayaking, swimming, and hiking to the Ti Top Island vista point.
Halong Bay is one of the must-see attractions in Vietnam, even for travelers on a time budget. This full-day tour of the UNESCO-listed bay is the perfect choice if you’re trying to squeeze in a quick trip from Hanoi. Take it easy with all-inclusive transportation plus lunch, and enjoy kayaking, swimming, and hiking to the Ti Top Island vista point.
- Old Quarter - FOR GUESTS WHO BOOK TRANSFER FROM HANOI ONLY: Guests will be picked up at hotels in the Old Quarter Area or at the Hanoi Opera House if outside, between 7:45 am and 8:15 am, and then transferred to Halong Bay via expressway in 2.5 hours, including a short break along the way.
- Halong Bay - NOTE: FOR GUESTS WHO BOOK ONLY THE…
- Old Quarter - FOR GUESTS WHO BOOK TRANSFER FROM HANOI ONLY: Guests will be picked up at hotels in the Old Quarter Area or at the Hanoi Opera House if outside, between 7:45 am and 8:15 am, and then transferred to Halong Bay via expressway in 2.5 hours, including a short break along the way.
- Halong Bay - NOTE: FOR GUESTS WHO BOOK ONLY THE CRUISE FROM HALONG, NO TRANSFER INCLUDED: Please arrive at Tuan Chau International Marina before 11:30 AM for cruise boarding (no later than 12:00 noon).
This is the itinerary for the Halong Bay 6-hour cruise:
11:30 - 11:45: Arrival at Tuan Chau Marina.
Board the Deluxe boat and meet the crew.
Enjoy lunch on the boat while cruising the bay.
Visit Surprise Cave, the most beautiful cave in Halong.
Visit Titov Island for swimming and hiking up the mountain.
Engage in kayaking or take a local bamboo boat near Luon Cave (a small natural lagoon).
Enjoy an afternoon sunset party on the boat to witness the Halong Bay sunset.
Return to Tuan Chau Harbor between 5:45 pm and 6:00 pm.**
FOR GUESTS WHO BOOK ONLY THE CRUISE FROM HALONG, NO TRANSFER INCLUDED: The tour concludes at Tuan Chau Harbor.
- Sung Sot Cave - Located in the center of the UNESCO-declared World Heritage area, the Sung Sot or Surprise Grotto is on Bo Hon Island and is one of the finest and widest grottoes of Ha Long Bay.
- Ti Top Island - Situated in the center of the UNESCO World Heritage site, Titov Island (also known as Titop) is approximately 7-8 km southeast of Halong Bay. Along with Ba Trai Dao Island, Titov Island is one of the most ideal destinations in Halong Bay for swimming, kayaking, and climbing.
- Old Quarter - FOR GUESTS WHO BOOK TRANSFER FROM HANOI ONLY: Guests will board the transfer again, traveling on the expressway back to Hanoi City. After a 2.5-hour drive, guests will be dropped off at their hotel in the Old Quarter between 8:30 pm and 9:00 pm. The trip concludes.

- Sunset Party Onboat while returning to the harbor
- Roundtrip transfer by Bus/Limousine/Private Car (depending on option)
- Kayaking or bamboo boat to Luon Cave
- English speaking guide during the trip
- Entrance fees for Amazing Cave & Titov Island
- Buffet lunch with Vietnamese and Seafood
- Sunset Party Onboat while returning to the harbor
- Roundtrip transfer by Bus/Limousine/Private Car (depending on option)
- Kayaking or bamboo boat to Luon Cave
- English speaking guide during the trip
- Entrance fees for Amazing Cave & Titov Island
- Buffet lunch with Vietnamese and Seafood
- Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips
- Holiday Surcharge
- Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips
- Holiday Surcharge
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.