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8.00-8.45:00AM: Pick up from hotel in Hanoi old quarter & transfer to the boat (on request)
12.00-12.15: Check-in onboard. Passing beautiful landscapes in Halong bay.
12.45: Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese cuisine of fresh seafood.
13.45: Visiting Surprise cave - the most beautiful cave in Halong bay.
14.45: Do kayaking to explore amazing place in Halong bay where is the best place for kayaker, this is the most beautiful lagoons in Ha Long bay as well.
15.30: Visiting Titop island: swimming or climbing up to the top & enjoy amazing Panorama views of Halong bay.
16:15: Cruising back to habour. Enjoy amazing sunset & landscapes on the way back.
17:30 -18.00: Disembark Halong bay habour. Transfer back to Hanoi (on request)
Around 21.00 - 21.30: Arrive in Hanoi old quarter. finish!
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Surcharge: 10 USD per person on Lunar New year holiday: Feb 16,17,18,19,20, 2026 (Please pay cash directly on tour)
Things to bring: Umbrellar/ Hat, shirts (protect skins in the hot summer & strong sun, shoes/ sandals/ flip flops, swimming suits, towels, small money, sunglasses, suncream, camera, small waters (glass water bottle/thermos water bottle), snacks, raincoats, insect spray... Jackets (in the Winter).
8.00 – 9.00AM: Pick up at hotels in Hanoi old quarter (time to pick up depending your hotel locations...). If customers don't stay in Hanoi old quarter, pls come to Hanoi Opera house, 01 Trang Tien street before 8.00AM or Hanoi Aira boutique hotel & spa, 38A Tran Phu street at 8.20AM or CIS coffee shop, 162 Tran Quang Khai street at 8.50AM to get on the bus.
Customers have to contact us to confirm pick-up information before going by email: [email protected] or Whatsaap/ phone/ zalo: +84987998219
Customers book option 12.00PM, please send passport information details by email: [email protected] or Whatsaap/ phone/ zalo: +84987998219. Please come to our habour in Halong bay to meet our staff & check-in onboard around 11.30 - 12.00 noon.
Do not tip if asked by local people, we cannot stop them but warning to our tourist)
Ha Long Bay is so beautiful and it's crowded every day, especially in summer and weekends -> it is often overcrowded by Vietnamese tourists in summer. But we’re the smallest group tour in Halong bay
Sometimes, you will see garbages on Ha Long Bay due to changes in flowing water and tides, garbages from other places come to to Ha Long Bay. Government, local people, travel companies... are trying their best to clean up Ha Long Bay.
For the best trip, we need your cooperation. Please tell us all the problems, questions if you have. Our tour guide is always there to help you.
We also hope that customers will respect all other tourists in the group, respect the culture, timetable and common principles...
Water is free on the bus. But follow up the policy of Halong bay administration about environment, they don't allow to bring plastic bottle water to the boat & visit spots. But tourists can bring multi-use bottle/ glass bottle/ thermos bottle...Or you can leave your plastic water bottle in your bag to pass the gate!
Customers stay in Hanoi old quarter but don't see hotel/ address in the list to book -> No worries, please choose any hotel option that you can see in the list just to finish the booking, then we will come to pick up. Customers need to contact us via email/ phone/ zalo/ whatsaap to confirm the pick up information in this case as soon as possible
Customers don't stay in Hanoi old quarter, please choose any hotel option that you can see/ or choose "hotel is not listed" just to finish the booking, then contact by emaill/ phone/ whatsaap/ zalo...-> we will recommend the best pickup point then.
Customers stay on International cruise trip: If your cruise ship habour name is Halong international cruise port, we can arrange the cruise trip that is the same habour & customers just need to walk from your ship to our pick up point around 12.00PM (just 5 minutes). If your cruise ship habour is Cai Lan port, customers need to take a taxi to our Tuan Chau Marina habour at 12.00PM (20 minutes tranfer) or please contact us in advance to arrange pick up services with additional fees.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Swimming
Note: With 12.00PM option, customers need to contact us before 9.00AM on departure day
With option & price of 8.30AM: Pick up & drop off if customers stay at hotels in Hanoi old quarter
English speaking guide
Note: Please contact us in advance by hotline/whatsaap/zalo or email to confirm pick up information
Round trip shuttle bus from Hanoi is included If customers book & pay for 8.30AM option
With option & price of 12.00PM: Just pick up & drop off at Tuan Chau Marina habour only
Restroom on board
Lunch onboard
If customer's international cruise ship habour is Halong international cruise port, we can pick up
Note: With 12.00PM option, customer need to send passport information before 9.00AM on departure day
Tips & other personal fees
Surcharge: 10USD more per person on the lunar New year holiday: Feb 16,17,18,19,20, 2026
Waters/ drinks & beverages onboard
Entrance fees: 310.000VND per person - around 12.5USD (have to pay in advance before checkin time)
Bamboo boat: 50.000VND per person - around 2USD (optional)
Kayaking: 50.000VND per person - around 2USD (2people/1kayak - optional)
Note: Customers just can do kayaking or bamboo boat - Cannot do boths (Optional)
Pickup included
Pickup included
2,530 reviews on TripAdvisor
Kathy H,
Mar 23, 2025
Beautiful day trip. You can’t miss this site on a trip to Vietnam. If we did it over we would preferred an option to spend more time on one activity versus rushing three islands. The canoe, kayak, speed boat island could be skipped. The boat was nice, the food was good, and friendly staff. The pearl overviews made this remote area feel a bit commercial. Prepare yourself for a very long day,
Zaklina T,
Mar 23, 2025
This was a well organised day trip to Halong Bay. Perfect itinerary, great guide and bus driver and generous food inclusions. The only downside is that it’s a long day when travelling from Hanoi but still highly recommended.
Brandon K,
Mar 23, 2025
If I could give 0 stars, I would. This was hands down the worst experience I’ve had with a tour company. They changed the meeting location at the last minute while I was already on my way, after I had booked specifically for the original location. Despite this, I informed them that I would still arrive only 10 minutes after the new meeting time, yet they refused to accommodate me. To make matters worse, they were extremely rude, pushy, and unprofessional when I tried to resolve the situation. It quickly became clear that they only cared about taking my money, not actually providing good service. When I requested a refund, they refused to take responsibility for their own mistake. This company is nothing but a scam—avoid them at all costs. If you don’t want your trip ruined, book with someone else. I’ll be reporting them to Viator and warning others to stay away.
ISAM A,
Mar 5, 2025
The tour was so organised and our tour guide KEN was absolutely amazing in making this trip so great.
Christine M,
Feb 14, 2025
What can I say about this trip? Absolutely everything was excellent! From the moment we boarded the bus, I was impressed by its cleanliness and comfort, setting the tone for a smooth and enjoyable journey. Our tour guide, Nam, was the real star of the trip. He was not only knowledgeable but also incredibly funny and helpful. His enthusiasm and storytelling made the experience even more special, ensuring that everyone had a great time. The boat ride through Halong Bay was simply breathtaking. The iconic limestone karsts, the serene emerald waters, and the overall atmosphere were mesmerizing. To top it off, the food served on the boat was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. This trip truly deserves more than 5 stars. Everything was well-organized, and the experience exceeded my expectations in every way. If you're considering a visit to Halong Bay, I highly recommend this tour!
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