Full-Day Halong Bay Tour Including Kayaking from Hanoi

Overview

Available languages

Vietnamese

English

24 hours

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Halong Bay is a spectacular natural wonder. The dramatic scenery dotted with islets makes this an excellent semi-sheltered, open-water location for exploring. The full-day group tour, round-trip from Hanoi, will surely leave you with unforgettable travel memories from Halong Bay.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Dress code is smart casual

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Tea break

Visit to Heaven Palace Cave

Round-trip transfer by shuttle bus

1 soft drink per person for lunch

Day cruise trip in Halong Bay

English-speaking guide

Kayaking

Lunch with Vietnamese dishes

Drinks

Other personal expenses

Surcharge for holiday

Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

Around 8:00 Am: Picking up from hotel/stay at Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Halong Bay 12:00 – 12:30 pm: You will be welcomed on Day Cruise. Lunch will be prepared and served to you on board by the crew. While having lunch, the captain will drive the cruise around the most beautiful islets among thousands of limestone islands such as Dog islet, Incense Burner Islet, Fighting Cock Islet etc. One stop of the 4-hour cruise is Dong Thien Cung (Heavenly Palace Cave), located on a remote island in the bay. As the name suggests, the cave is adorned with fantastic stalactites and stalagmites as well as colored lights, which transforms the scene into a fairytale palace. Another activity, you could expect during the cruise is the stop at Ba Hang Area, where you could join kayakingfor 40 minutes to feel the Bay closer. 16:00 - 17:00 pm: Return to the harbor around and we will stop for one break in the middle of the way so you have a chance to go to the restroom or have a drink. Around 19:30 Saying goodbye to you at your hotel/stay. Trip ends

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Reviews

4.23

13 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

This trip was incredible! We got...
Avery W,
Jun 20, 2017
- Viator
5.00
This trip was incredible! We got picked up in Hanoi, driven out to Halong Bay and taken on the boat. The boat was beautiful and we were served a 10-course lunch with traditional Vietnamese food. Then we were able to get off and kayak in Halong Bay for about 45 minutes which was gorgeous. Then we were taken to the Heaven's Gate cave which was breathtaking. This was one of my absolute favorite parts of our 3 week trip through SE Asia!
The tour bus was too small with...
Panavin E,
Apr 17, 2017
- Viator
1.00
The tour bus was too small with limited leg room especially for a 4hr journey either way. Normal sized people had issues

Tour guide was more a ticket collector and did no guiding or explaining Execot explaining cost. Didn't wait for the group give clear timings. Lot of waiting around
overall the trip was great. however...
Hasan S,
Jan 10, 2017
- Viator
5.00
overall the trip was great. however, it took 5 hours to go and 4 to come back. it is marketed as a 3 hour journey one way. furthermore, everything is great but soliciting tips, and actively so for the driver, the guide, the boat staff, the boat captain doesnt leave a positive impression.
The bus, boat and the tour guide...
Neha D,
Aug 22, 2016
- Viator
2.00
The bus, boat and the tour guide were fine but we couldn't see/do much as the entire trip was extremely rushed. Couldn't even do the kayaking, as we were told we would have to wait for 40 mins to get the kayak and the guide was not willing to wait that long. Had to go in a row boat instead, which was pretty useless. Absolutely not impressed.
Word of advice, don't take such short 1 day trips - if you have time go on your own so that you are not rushed everywhere and can spend time the way you want.
Great all-inclusive day trip to...
ElishaT F,
Jul 9, 2016
- Viator
4.00
Great all-inclusive day trip to Halong Bay. Despite the long bus ride from Hanoi it was worth it! The boat was comfortable (even in 95-degree heat), lunch was great, the views outstanding. Enjoyed the kayaking and the brief hike into the dry cave. Only con: minibus was cramped for the 12 guests