Halong Day Tour: Cruising, Kayaking & Caves
Hanoi Old Quarter, Vietnam
Sail UNESCO's Halong Bay on a deluxe traditional cruise. Includes a fresh seafood lunch, a guided tour of Heaven Palace Cave, and your choice of kayaking or a bamboo boat ride.
Highlights
- Embark on a cruise on Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit Heavenly Palace cave, floating village, and the famous James Bond cave
- Relax in the sun on the sundeck and enjoy delicious seafood on board
- Explore the emerald waters by kayak or bamboo boat
- Visit some of the area's most picturesque spots in Halong
Description
Discover the beauty of Halong Bay on a cruise and a guided kayaking tour. Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch on a voyage to the Thien Cung (Heaven Palace) cave. Get closer to the islands on a leisurely kayaking tour.
08:00-08:30: Pick up at hotels located in the Old Quarter of Hanoi, head out on the drive to Ha Long Bay,
09:30: Make a short stop halfway for a break or to use the restroom. Continue the scenic drive to Halong
11:45-12:00: Reach Tuan Chau International Island Pier and board the Deluxe Traditional Dragonfly Cruise.
12:30: Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch onboard and take in the tranquil beauty and breathtaking scenery from the deck. Admire tiny limestone islands with rock arches, sheer cliffs, white sand beaches, peaceful coves, and fanciful names, such as Incense Burner and Fighting Cock (the symbol of Ha Long Bay).
14:00: Head on to Thien Cung (Heavenly Palace Grotto). Explore its vast chambers adorned with stalactites and stalagmites of all kinds.
15:00: Enjoy 45 minutes of kayaking or paddling a bamboo boat around the islands and water tunnels at the World Natural Area recognized by Unesco.
16:00-16:30: Return to the Tuan Chau pier and board the bus that will take you back to Hanoi.
19:00: Arrive in Hanoi. Drop off in Old Quarter of Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
After returning to Hanoi, there is time for a night bus to Ha Giang or Sapa, a night train to Hue or Da Nang, the night market in Hanoi's Old Quarter, or dinner.
Special Local Seafood Lunch menu:
- Seafood Soup
- Fried potato
- Steamed shrimp
- Fried egg rolls
- Fried squid
- Deep-fried seafood spring rolls
- Fried chicken with mushroom
- Steamed fish with tomato sauce/Fish fried with bread crumbs
- Fried vegetables (when in season)
- Steamed rice
- Fresh fruit
- Afternoon fresh fruit and tea
For a vegetarian lunch or special lunch request, please advise us in advance.
- Our bus's luggage compartment can store your luggage during the tour if you would like to stay in Ha Long for more days.
Note: We will email you to confirm the pickup time and address one day before the tour starts. Please check and confirm for the best arrangement
Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Old Quarter of Hanoi
Admission fees
Seafood lunch
Kayak or bamboo boat (45 minutes)
Heaven Palace Cave visit (45 minutes)
Excludes
Tips for driver, tour guide, or crewman (optional)
Drinks ordered on cruise
Important Information
- Pickup and drop-off are only available from accommodation in central Hanoi. If staying in an AirBnB or other private accommodation, please provide a clear address in the booking process
- Please advise in advance if you are vegetarian
- Be sure to bring a hat, raincoat, swimsuit, insect repellent, water, flashlight, good shoes, and some cash
- All participants are required to obey the orders of the tour guide for safety
- You are advised not to bring large pieces of luggage (for your convenience)
- Please advise if you are vegetarian or allergic to any foods
- You will get a full refund if the tour is canceled due to bad weather
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
