Ha Long Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch, Caves & Kayaking
Overview
Available languages
12 hours
Mobile ticket
Escape the hustle of Hanoi and discover the breathtaking beauty of Ha Long Bay on an intimate small-group tour. Cruise through emerald waters dotted with dramatic limestone karsts, explore hidden caves, and enjoy kayaking or a relaxing bamboo boat ride. Savor a delicious traditional Vietnamese lunch onboard, while our professional, knowledgeable local guide shares fascinating stories and insights throughout the journey. With comfortable round-trip transportation from Hanoi’s Old Quarter and attentive service from start to finish, this tour offers a seamless, authentic, and unforgettable Ha Long Bay experience.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
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
Options
Hanoi Limousine Bus Pickup
Hanoi Old Quarter area: Pickup from hotels or meeting point within Hanoi Old Quarter. Ha Long Bay Luxury Day Cruise : Scenic luxury cruise on Ha Long Bay Kayaking or bamboo boat ride (guest’s choice) Visit limestone caves (Sung Sot Cave) Day trip / Sightseeing tour Duration: 12 hours: 07:30 – Departure from Hanoi (limousine pickup) 20:30 – 20:50 – Return to Hanoi Old Quarter (approx.) Buffet lunch: Vietnamese buffet lunch onboard the cruise Vegetarian options available upon request Drinks available for purchase Limousine bus Pickup included
Tuan Chau Harbor Pickup
Tuan Chau Harbor Pickup: ✅ This option does not include transfer from Hanoi. Guests must make their own way to Tuan Chau Marina ready 11:30am. Luxury Duration: 6 hours lunch: Buffet lunch Tuan Chau Harbor - Halong Bay Boat Pickup included
Reviews
126 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Day tour!
jenyroses2026,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The food , and the guide who speaks english well.His name is Tinh
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kristinsJ2068VK,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the tour yesterday with Tinh and it was a very beautiful and eventful day. Tinh guided the tour very well, was friendly and organized, and made the whole experience really enjoyable. We are very satisfied and can highly recommend this tour to everyone.
Must place to visit
810nupura,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00TinH, our travel guide was exceptionally well with the language and he explained everything very well
Is amazing
Tourist59735622420,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tinh was amazing, Very attentive at all times. The place is wonderful, and he explains everything from the moment you get on the bus, throughout the entire route we're taking. Thank you, Tinh, for making this experience more enjoyable.
Very good
chiruk2026,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good guide really tinh. Recommendation 100%
Ha Long Bay w Tinh
katherinelF9065IL,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friend and I had an excellent tour of Ha Long Bay! The lunch was delicious, sights were beautiful, and boat was comfortable and roomy. Our guide, Tinh, was so kind and knew everything there was to know and spoke great English making it easy to understand. I’d highly recommend. :)
Amazing Trip to Halong Bay!
alcibiadesg,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great and wonderful experience! Our guide Tinh was awesome at guiding us through the whole day, and the buffet was delicious! The jacuzzi was also great.
fun
christinebT1428WE,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00the staff was overall accomodating
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bromocresolgreeni,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had fun, great tour!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great one
jatinb852,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tinh guid was really good and helpful.Great experience with hercules cruise..!! :)
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