Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Limousine & Buffet Deluxe Cruise + Shuttle Bus Transfer from Hanoi
ID: GYG1145752-O-1757352
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Experience a full-day Halong Bay cruise from Hanoi. Explore a stunning cave, enjoy kayaking or a bamboo boat ride, relax on the sundeck, and join a fun sunset party before returning to the city.
Start your journey with a comfortable transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay, passing peaceful villages, rice fields, and the Red River Delta. Upon arrival at Halong International Cruise Port, check in and board your modern day cruise.
Begin the trip with a welcome drink as you sail into the heart of Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its emerald waters and limestone mountains. Your guide will share stories about the bay’s geology, culture, and local legends while the boat cruises past iconic formations.
Enjoy a fresh Vietnamese lunch on board as you take in the panoramic views from the dining area or sundeck. After lunch, the cruise stops at one of Halong Bay’s most impressive caves. Follow your guide along illuminated pathways to discover unique stalactites, stalagmites, and hidden chambers formed over millions of years.
Next, continue to the kayaking or bamboo boat area. Paddle gently through calm waters surrounded by towering cliffs, or let local rowers take you through a peaceful lagoon. This activity is suitable for beginners and offers a closer look at the bay’s natural beauty.
Afterward, return to the cruise for relaxing time on the sundeck. Enjoy music, seasonal fruits, or a sunset drink as the boat makes its way back toward the harbor. Capture the golden light sinking behind the karst peaks—one of the best moments of the day.
At the port, your driver will be waiting for the return trip to Hanoi. Sit back, relax, and end the day with beautiful memories of Halong Bay’s landscapes, culture, and peaceful atmosphere.
Highlights
- Cruise through Halong Bay’s iconic limestone mountains
- Explore a beautiful cave with a local guide
- Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch on the boat
- Kayak or take a bamboo boat through calm lagoons
- Relax on the sundeck and join a sunset party
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour is designed for a relaxed, slow-paced experience; it is not a fast sightseeing tour.
Weather conditions may affect the cruise schedule; minor adjustments can occur for safety.
Food options are included on board; please inform in advance for dietary restrictions.
The tour may involve gentle movement on the boat; passengers should be prepared for a mild rocking motion.
Lunar New Year (Tết) surcharge: A holiday surcharge of 10–30% applies for bookings from 16–20 February.
INCLUDED
- Round-trip road transfer from Hanoi (Old Quarter pickup included)
- Professional English-speaking guide
- 6-hour cruise on Halong Bay
- Vietnamese Buffet Lunch onboard (vegetarian available)
- Entrance fees & sightseeing tickets
- Kayaking or bamboo boat at Luon Cave
- Visit Surprise Cave (Sung Sot Cave)
- Sunset party with seasonal fruits/tea
- Onboard insurance
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Surcharge for hotel pickup outside Old Quarter
- Drinks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
