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Tour code: VTT-HLT2
Duration: 1 Days
Start point: Hanoi city
End point: Ha Noi city
Type: Day tour

From Hanoi city: Ha Long Bay day trip (6 hours cruise)

Overview:

08:15–08:45 – Pick-up from Hanoi
Our car/bus and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in Hanoi. We will then depart for Ha Long City via the new expressway, with a short stop along the way for a refreshment break.

12:00 – Embarkation at Ha Long Harbor
Arrive at Ha Long Harbor and board the cruise. You will be welcomed with a welcome drink, followed by a brief safety and cruise orientation.

Set sail on a 5–6-hour cruise through Ha Long Bay, following the traditional day-cruise route. Along the way, you will pass through a spectacular seascape of limestone islands and islets, many of which have been given imaginative names based on their shapes, including Fighting Cocks Islets and Thumb Islet.

Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch on board while taking in the stunning scenery of the bay.

13:45 – Explore Sung Sot Cave & Luon Cave
Arrive at Bo Hon Archipelago, one of the most beautiful areas of Ha Long Bay.

First, visit Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), one of the largest and most impressive caves in Ha Long Bay. Explore its magnificent chambers filled with spectacular stalactites and stalagmites in fascinating natural formations.

Continue to Luon Cave, where you can choose between kayaking or riding a traditional bamboo boat to explore the peaceful lagoon surrounded by towering limestone cliffs.

Visit Titov Island
Continue to Titov Island, famous for its beautiful sandy beach and dramatic limestone mountain rising above the turquoise waters.

You can relax on the beach or climb to the top of Titov Peak for a breathtaking panoramic view of Ha Long Bay and its countless limestone islands.

16:30 – Afternoon Tea & Cruise Back
Return to the cruise and enjoy afternoon tea while cruising back toward Tuan Chau Harbor.

Take some time to relax on the spacious sun deck, enjoy the music, soak up the sunshine, and admire the spectacular scenery of Ha Long Bay as the cruise makes its way back to the harbor.

17:45–18:00 – Disembark & Return to Hanoi
Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor and disembark. Our vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Hanoi via the new expressway.

20:30 – Drop-off in Hanoi
Arrive back at your hotel or accommodation in Hanoi. The tour ends.

Children Policy:
Children aged 5 and above are charged at the adult rate. Children under 5 years old travel free of charge. However, parents are responsible for any entrance fees or other additional costs incurred for children during the tour.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Helpful information before you plan and book this tour.

Both tours explore Ha Long Bay, but they follow two different sightseeing routes.

The 4-hour cruise follows Route 1 and is a great choice if you prefer a more relaxed experience with fewer crowds while still enjoying the natural beauty and iconic scenery of Ha Long Bay.

The 6-hour cruise follows Route 2 and is ideal if you have more time and would like to spend longer on the bay and visit more attractions. However, Route 2 is generally much busier, especially during the peak season from November to March. At some attractions, you may need to queue and wait before entering.

Absolutely. However, please pay close attention to the tour type and departure times to make sure the schedule fits your cruise ship itinerary.

  • For a private tour: We can pick you up and start the tour from the port where your cruise ship docks. There are two available departure times:
    1. Morning departure: Around 7:00–7:30 AM, finishing at approximately 12:30–1:00 PM.
    2. Afternoon departure: Around 1:00 PM, finishing at approximately 6:30–7:00 PM.
  • For a shared tour: We offer only one departure time, around 12:00–12:30 PM, with the tour finishing at approximately 6:00–6:30 PM.

We currently operate three types of boats for Ha Long Bay day cruises:

  • 48-passenger boat: Best suited for small groups and private tours. Lunch, if included, is usually served as a set menu.
  • 72-passenger and 99-passenger boats: These boats are mainly used for larger private groups and our daily shared tours. For shared tours and large private groups, lunch is generally served as a Vietnamese buffet.

For smaller private groups traveling on these larger boats, we will normally arrange a set-menu lunch instead.

The boat will be assigned based on the number of participants and the type of tour you choose.

  • For a private tour: We will arrange a 48-passenger, 72-passenger, or 99-passenger boat, depending on your group size, to ensure the most suitable option for your party.
  • For a shared tour: We will normally arrange either a 72-passenger or 99-passenger boat, depending on the number of guests booked for that departure.

Yes, you may bring your own beverages on board. However, a corkage/service fee will apply as follows:

  • USD 1 per can of soft drink or beer
  • USD 10–20 per bottle of wine or other alcoholic beverages, depending on the type

A standard selection of beverages is also available for purchase on board. For convenience, we recommend ordering and paying for your drinks directly on the boat.

Important note: In accordance with regulations issued by the Ha Long Bay Management Board, single-use plastic bottles and plastic bags are not permitted on board in order to help protect the environment and keep Ha Long Bay clean.

What Our Travelers Say

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Unforgettable Day on Ha Long Bay – Exceptional Service from Start to Finish!

My Ha Long Bay day cruise was an absolute highlight of my time in Vietnam, and the team made the entire experience seamless from start to finish.
Communication was fantastic right from the beginning. Our guide, Luca, was outstanding—he was attentive, energetic, and made sure all of our needs were met throughout the entire day. The logistics were handled flawlessly. The company arranged the most convenient pickup location right from my hotel, and the shuttle arrived promptly on time. The bus itself was modern and very comfortable for the journey. On the way, we made a short stop at a pearl farm; it served as a great rest stop to stretch our legs, and there was zero pressure to buy anything, which I really appreciated. Once on the water, the cruise itinerary felt perfectly balanced—giving us plenty of time to take in the breathtaking landscape without ever feeling rushed. To top it all off, the food served on board was abundant and absolutely delicious. If you are looking for a stress-free, high-quality day trip to Ha Long Bay, I cannot recommend this company and Luca enough. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

Arnaldo_L
Holand · September 21, 2026
★★★★★

The best city tour ever with tour guide Johnny Pham.

Giang is our tour guide..he speaks very well in english, very accomodating.... It was very light having him here with us..he made the tour very comfy and easy....

rhollyson
New Zealand · August 16, 2026
★★★★★

Great Tour

Johnny was very detailed with explanations. Great tour!

Gregorio
USA · August 16, 2026
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Ha Long Bay - tour with Johnny

The tour with Johnny was beyond our expectations. Picked up right on time from our Hanoi hotel forr a morning cruise of Ha Long Bay, Johnny was incredibly knowledgeable and provided a great light touch as a guide. The boat and tour of the Bay was incredible and the lunch provided has been one of the food highlights of our trip to date. Thank you so much Johnny for taking my wife and I on this wonderful experience!

Sarah S
Australia · August 16, 2026
★★★★★

Well organized

A smooth and well-organized tour experience. The guide was knowledgeable and the itinerary was easy to follow.

SAMANTHA
India · August 16, 2026
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