Shore Excursion: Amazing Full Day Cruise at Ha Long Bay
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Explore the breathtaking beauty of Ha Long Bay on this full-day cruise. Located in the Gulf of Tonkin, the bay is home to around 1,600 islands and islets, creating a dramatic seascape of towering limestone pillars. Most islands are uninhabited, preserving their natural charm and rich biodiversity. Enjoy a day surrounded by stunning scenery and experience one of Vietnam’s most iconic natural wonders.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled Water
Lunch on board
Taxes and service charge
All indicated in our itinerary
Port pickup and drop-off
English Speaking Tour Guide
Personal Expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Meeting points
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Halong Bay
Full day cruise itinerary: 08:30am : Meeting up at Ha Long International Cruise Port and make procedure to check – in on boat. 09:15am : Start visiting Halong bay – one of New Seven Wonder of the world. 10:10am : Visit Stone dog islet, Incense burner islet – The image in the back side of Vietnam currency, note 200.000vnd and then Fighting Cock islet – the symbol of Halong tourism. 10:40am : Visit The Thumb islet and Swan islet 11:15am : Visit Sung Sot Cave ( Surprise Cave) – one of the biggest caves of Halong bay with more than 10.000m2 12:15 : Have lunch on boat with Set menu. ( 6 person/ set ) 13:00pm : Visit Luon Cave by do kayak or bamboo boat to discover Halong bay. 14:10 : Arrive in Titop beach – where you can swim, sunbathing or climb to the peak to take panoramic view picture of Halong bay. 15:00 : Return cruise to come back pier. 16:00pm : Arrive at Ha Long International Cruise Port
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Full Day Cruise
Pickup included
Reviews
46 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Boat trip to and from Islands.
carol w,
Mar 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Sonny our Guide met us on the Cruise Ship Pier and escorted us to the boat which took us to the Thien Cung Cave complex and surrounding islands. This was spectacular and a photographers paradise. The caves are amazing for their wonderful stalactite formations. We then had a bamboo boat ride which took us around the lagoon and small rock formations. The female boat rowers are a little bit aggressive in their request for tips at the halfway mark, showing a strong desire for US dollars. This aside, it was an excellent experience. The return boat ride was lovely with a great crew and commentary. This is unmissable if you are in this unspoilt and spectacular area.
Halong bay
marleneuria,
Mar 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great way to see Halong bay. Did the speed boat and saw the way they make pearls and visited a cave. All was great. Food on the boat was good too.
The itinerary was great,...
amy w,
Mar 20, 2025
- Viator
4.00The itinerary was great, we saw a lot of different places. The natural beauty of Ha Long Bay is stunning. Accessibility is difficult for anyone that is physically challenged with knee issues. Getting off and on the boat at most stops requires using a rickety ladder with huge steps. Our guide Monica was extremely knowledgeable and easy to understand.
A little manic
NIKOLAS M,
Mar 19, 2025
- Viator
4.00Enjoyable day with Monica, but found the whole experience a bit disappointing due to the amount of over tourism.
If you arrive by cruise...
Marc Y,
Mar 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00If you arrive by cruise ship, the excursion starts within a short walking distance from the ship. The sights are amazing. The description states you will see Incense Burner islet featured on their currency. The guide said I missed it because you had to go on a speed boat that cost $12 extra and I didn’t opt for that add on
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