Ha Long Bay Cruise: Caves, Kayaking & Swimming (Standard/Luxury)
Overview
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12 hours
Mobile ticket
Choose between 2 Cruise options:
• STANDARD CRUISE: Traditional Vietnamese Set Menu Lunch
• LUXURY CRUISE: Buffet Lunch & Jacuzzi for added comfort and relaxation.
Escape the hustle of Hanoi and discover the stunning beauty of Ha Long Bay on a small-group tour. Cruise through emerald waters surrounded by dramatic limestone karsts, explore hidden caves, and enjoy a delicious Vietnamese Lunch onboard. Round-trip transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter are available with selected options. Enjoy fascinating insights from a professional local guide
Main Highlights:
• TITOP ISLAND – Swim, relax on the beach, or hike to the summit for breathtaking panoramic views of Ha Long Bay
• LUON CAVE – Explore a peaceful lagoon by kayak or traditional bamboo boat, surrounded by limestone cliffs
Speedboat rides are available for an additional fee
• SUNG SOT CAVE – Discover Ha Long Bay’s most famous cave, renowned for its spectacular stalactites & stalagmites
All entrance fees included (except speedboat).
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
To help protect the environment, single-use plastic bottles are not permitted in Ha Long Bay. We encourage guests to bring a reusable water bottle if they prefer not to purchase drinks onboard.
Fri–Sun: Drop-off may be near your hotel due to walking streets.
Tours may be delayed, canceled, or depart later due to weather or unforeseen conditions
After receiving your booking, we will confirm it via Viator & WhatsApp. Please double-check your selected booking option to ensure it matches your preference and to avoid any confusion.
Travelling with friends or family but booked separately? Please let us know in advance, and we will do our best to ensure your group travels together.
What To Expect
Sung Sot Cave
Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave) : The largest and most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay, famous for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Note: This visit involves 40–60 minutes of walking, including stairs. Guests with mobility issues may relax on the boat.
Ti Top Island
Titop Island : Free time to swim at the beach, relax on the island, or hike to the top for a panoramic view of the bay. Boats are not allowed to anchor at Titop Island. After dropping guests off, the boat must temporarily leave the area. The boat will return to pick you up at the scheduled time. Please follow the guide’s instructions and return to the pier on time for pick-up.
Options
From Hanoi: Standard Cruise
✅ Pickup From Hanoi: Round-trip shuttle bus transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. ✅ Standard: Standard Cruise Boat Duration: 12 hours ✅ Lunch: SET MENU LUNCH included. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available with advance notice. ✅ Tour itinerary: Depart from Hanoi and explore Ha Long Bay, visiting Titop Island, Sung Sot cave, and enjoying kayaking . ✅ Boat: Standard Cruise Pickup included
Meet at Port : Luxury Cruise
✅ Tuan Chau Port Pickup: Pickup at Tuan Chau Port (Ha Long International Marina) by 11:30AM - 11:45 AM . Please ready at 11:30 AM. No Hanoi Transfer. ✅ Luxury: Luxury cruise with Buffet Lunch, Jacuzzi, spacious Sundeck, and enhanced onboard comfort. Duration: 6 hours ✅ Lunch: BUFFET LUNCH included, with vegetarian options available. ✅ Tuan Chau Port - Halong Bay: Depart from Tuan Chau Port and explore Ha Long Bay. Visit stunning caves, Titop Island, and enjoy kayaking. ✅ Boat: Luxury cruise
From Hanoi: Luxury Cruise
✅ Pickup From Hanoi: Round-trip Shuttle Bus transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter. Hotel pickup and drop-off included with Luxury Day Cruise. ✅ Luxury: Luxury Cruise with Buffet Lunch, Jacuzzi, spacious Sundeck, and enhanced onboard comfort. Duration: 12 hours: Departure from Hanoi Old Quarter at 7:30 AM, with return to Hanoi approximately at 8:30 PM. ✅ Lunch: VIETNAMESE BUFFET LUNCH onboard the Cruise . ✅ Tour itinerary: Depart from Hanoi and explore Ha Long Bay, visiting Titop Island, Sung Sot cave, and enjoying kayaking . ✅ Boat: Luxury Cruise Pickup included
Meet at Port: Standard Cruise
✅ Tuan Chau Port Pickup: Pickup at Tuan Chau Port (Ha Long International Marina) by 11:30AM - 11:45 AM . Please ready at 11:30 AM. No Hanoi Transfer. ✅Standard : Standard Cruise. Duration: 6 hours ✅Lunch: SET MENU LUNCH included. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available with advance notice. ✅Tuan Chau Port - Ha Long Bay: Depart from Tuan Chau Port and explore Ha Long Bay. Visit stunning caves, Titop Island, and enjoy kayaking. ✅Boat: Standard Cruise
What‘s Included
Kayaking or Bamboo Boat
English-speaking guide
Vietnamese lunch served on the cruise (vegetarian option available on request).
Bus pickup and drop-off from your hotel inside Hanoi’s Old Quarter (only included if option transfer selected)
All entrance and sightseeing fees included (Ha Long Bay cruise permit, caves, etc.).
1 bottle of water on the bus (only included if transfer option selected when booking)
Personal drinks are not included.
Tips for tour guide, driver, and personal expenses.
Other things are not mentioned in Program.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
157 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tinh
Maxwell P,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tinh was the best tour guide ever. Very nice man and very knowledgeable of the region.
Experience Amazing
823madhurim,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00very good experience. It was very fun. All the activities were easily planned and executed. You will not feel bored for a second. Good prices also.
Great experience in Ha Long Bay
Charles E,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tinh was a fantastic tour guide and we had an amazing time in Ha Long Bay.
Ha long Bay
689ardac,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience. Guide Tinh is very helpful. The cruise ship offered a luxurious experience.
Good experience
sonum441,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travelled on the cruise today and honestly it was really nice. Everything was well managed, the views were beautiful, and the whole experience felt smooth. The guide was good, explained things nicely and was helpful throughout. Overall, had a nice time and enjoyed it a lot. Would definitely recommend.
Very good
marlinib2026,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00very good. I was very enjoy The trip.
Ha Long Bay trip was awesome
nurazwarins,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Brian was excellent. He was very energetic, knowledgeable, and funny as well. The food was good, and the tour was definitely worth it
Vietnam Holang Bay
Sarah Obaid,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful experience at Holang Bay. The transfers were smooth and hassle free with premium Cruise experience and exciting activities. A big shoutout to our tour guide Mr. Tinh from Dragon King, for his support throughout the tour.
Amazing Tour!!!!!
Global03837095291,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our trip to Ha Long Bay was absolutely amazing! The views were breathtaking, the cruise experience was peaceful and every moment felt unforgettable. A special thank you to our tour guide, Tinh, who made the whole trip even better. He was friendly, knowledgeable, organized and always made sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying themselves. The activities, food, and scenery were all fantastic. Highly recommend booking your trip to Halong Bay with Dragon king. definitely one of the highlights of our trip!
Amazing
Tourist47526779964,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tinh was an amazing guide. Very fun trip. Will come back next time for sure.
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