Ha Long Bay Day Trip: Luxury Cruise & Buffet Lunch & Jacuzzi

5.0 (2) Ha Long Bay 1 Day

Ha Long Bay limestone islands and cruise scenery 4

Ha Long Bay limestone islands and cruise scenery 1

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Full refund30+ days before departure

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Group tourprivate option on request

24/7 local supportbefore & during

Overview

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Ha Long Bay on a full-day cruise through emerald waters and spectacular limestone landscapes. Explore Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, visit Titov Island, and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch and sunset party on board. This unforgettable journey is the perfect way to discover the natural wonders of Ha Long Bay in just one day.

NOTE:

Hanoi guest: Fri–Sun: Drop-off may be near your hotel due to walking streets
double-check your selected booking option to ensure it matches your preference and to avoid any confusion.
Single-use plastic bottles are not allowed in Ha Long Bay under local regulations to protect the environment. Please bring a reusable water bottle for drinking during the trip. ( If you dont want to buy drink )
HaLong guests: Tuan Chau Marina (no Hanoi transfer). Hanoi Old Quarter transfer available: $8 Shuttle Bus | $12 Limousine Bus for one way.

Children’s price policy

Child from 1-3 years old: FREE of charge for the 1st child with sharing seat on Limousine with parents. The 2nd child will be charged 50% of the adult rate.
Child 4 – 8 years old is charged the children’s price

Package options

Highlights

6-hour luxury cruise through the heart of Ha Long Bay
Visit Sung Sot Cave, Ha Long Bay's largest cave system
Kayak or bamboo boat through the hidden Luon Cave
Panoramic bay views and beach time on Titot Island
Buffet lunch, Jacuzzi access, and sunset party included

What to expect 1-day itinerary

1 Day 1 Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Titov Island, Ha Long Bay

07:45 – 8:15 Option 1: PICK-UP & DROP-OFF AT YOUR HOTEL IN HANOI OLD QUARTER. Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by the limousine transfer to Halong bay. If your hotel is OUTSIDE the Old Quarter, please choose one meeting point: Hanoi Opera House – 7:45 (first pick-up) On the way to Ha Long, the limousine stops for a 20–25 minutes short break for you to stretch your legs, or have a quick snack.

11:30 – 11:45 AM ( Please be ready by 11:20 AM ) Option 2: PICK-UP & DROP-OFF AT TUAN CHAU MARINA (HA LONG) This option does NOT include hotel pick-up from Hanoi. If you booked this option by mistake and need bus service from Hanoi, please inform us early to check availability.

11:30 – 11:45 | Welcome Aboard Arrive at Tuan Chau International Port and check in for your cruise. Meet the crew and enjoy a welcome drink before departure.

12:00 – 13:15 | Buffet Lunch on Board Savor a delicious buffet lunch featuring local specialties and fresh seafood while cruising through the breathtaking landscapes of Ha Long Bay. Along the way, admire some of the bay's iconic limestone formations, including Stone Dog Islet, Incense Burner Islet, and Fighting Cocks Islet.

13:30 – 14:15 | Explore Sung Sot Cave Visit Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, one of the largest and most impressive caves in Ha Long Bay. Discover its magnificent chambers filled with spectacular stalactites and stalagmites.

14:30 – 15:15 | Luon Cave Adventure Choose between kayaking or a traditional bamboo boat ride rowed by local residents as you explore the peaceful waters of Luon Cave.

15:30 – 16:30 | Visit Titov Island Climb to the summit of Titov Island for panoramic views over Ha Long Bay, or relax on the sandy beach with time for swimming. Guests may also unwind in the onboard Jacuzzi.

16:45 | Sunset Party Enjoy a complimentary sunset party with tea, fresh fruit, cakes, and fruit juice as the cruise sails back toward Tuan Chau Harbor.

17:45 – 18:00 | Disembarkation Option 1: Cruise back to the port and transfer to Hanoi Arrive in Hanoi around 20:30 – 21:00 (depending on traffic) If you have an early bus, train, or flight after the tour, please bring your luggage with you. Option 2: Return to Tuan Chau Marina around 18:00 Disembark. End of trip.

What's included

Limousine Bus pickup and drop-off from your hotel inside Hanoi’s Old Quarter (only included if option transfer selected).
6-hour luxury cruise in Ha Long Bay
1 bottle of water on the Limousine bus (only included if transfer option selected when booking).
Welcome drink
Buffet lunch onboard
Vegetarian lunch option , gluten-free lunch options available...
Complimentary filtered water during lunch
English-speaking guide
Visit to Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave
Kayaking or bamboo boat experience at Luon Cave
Swimming and hiking at Titov Island
Access to onboard Jacuzzi
Towel service
Sunset party with tea, fruit juice, fresh fruits, and cakes
All entrance and sightseeing fees

Drinks / Drinking water on the Boat , ( If you do not want to buy water or other drinks on the Boat, please bring your own water in a reusable bottle , not single-use plastic bottles )
Speed boats.
Bus transfer from Hanoi & back to Hanoi ( not included if you choose the pickup option from Tuan Chau Harbor. )
Tips and personal expenses
Travel insurance
Public holiday surcharge
Any services not specifically listed in the "Included" section

Good to know

Confirmation Within 24 hours of your enquiry.
Cancellation Full refund 30+ days before departure, 50% refund 15–29 days before; see our cancellation policy.
Pick-up Hotel pick-up in the city centre is included.
Languages English-speaking local guide.
What to bring Comfortable shoes, a light jacket, sunscreen and a valid passport/ID.

Traveller reviews

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      EXCELLENT  
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   Helen Gemmell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Was a brilliant trip. Was able to see the real Vietnam visiting the rice fields, water wheel, market, weaving and real house.
Guide was excellent - very friendly and informative.
  
 
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   Mai Phạm 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My 3-day trip to Pù Luông was amazing! Stunning rice terraces, peaceful villages, and friendly locals made it unforgettable. The homestay was cozy, and the food was delicious. Trekking through nature was refreshing. A perfect getaway!
  
 
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   Alejandro Lopez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am really impressed with the way this tour operator works. I have traveled to many places in Vietnam and they supported me very well. Thank you for that. If you need a reputable place to travel, contact them. I highly recommend them :)
  
 
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   GAVIN WELCH 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did a 3 day 2 night tour in November and Nga Lila was a great tour guide. She was caring and very knowledgeable and her English was excellent. Book a tour and you will be not disappointed. Thanks again.
  
 
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   Shirl 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great tour in Pu Loung with Nga. She was super friendly, informative and just so nice. We had 2 days, walking through a farm, traditional village, cycling, lunch with a family, Buffalo ride, water wheels, rafting. A great experience, highly recommend the tour with Nga.

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   Ivan S 
 
 
 
 Verified Maravillas de Pu Luong
La experiencia fue genial, sobre todo por la atención y simpatía de Hanna. Sin duda repetía.
  
 
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   Antoine B 
 
 
 
 Verified Une belle journée
Merci a Eddie pour cette super expérience !
  
 
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   Dorte P 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing
Amazing with a wonderful guide Eddie. We enjoyed it a lot.
  
 
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   Vladimir B 
 
 
 
 Verified Hana our tour Guide was outstanding
Hana Was my best guide while in North Vietnam . She had the best English overall, very knowledgeable and a true Nature lover . She went the extra mile to ensure an experimce of True Vietnam .
  
 
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   Sabrina R 
 
 
 
 Verified Lovely experience
My husband and I had the pleasure of meeting Eddie who kindly took us around Pu Luong to visit the villages, learning about their history and artwork, followed by trekking, wonderful lunch on a raft and a lovely swim at the waterfall. We really enjoyed our time!
  
 
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   Boyd v 
 
 
 
 Verified Fantastic
Beautiful day! Saw beautiful things, when I come back I will definitely visit it again. Hana guided the day well!
  
 
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   Explore06226362858 
 
 
 
 Verified A Wonderful Day with an Excellent Guide
We had a wonderful day with our guide. He was extremely professional, kind, patient, and pleasant throughout the entire day. He was very knowledgeable, attentive to our needs, and made sure we felt comfortable and enjoyed every moment. We truly had a lovely day with him and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent guide. Thank you for making our day so enjoyable and memorable!
  
 
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   Eve s 
 
 
 
 Verified Extraordinary
Hana was an extraordinary guide! Super attentive and friendly! The trip was super complete...from walking through the rice paddies to being able to enter a Thai house where the owners offered us tea...from seeing cotton weaving to having lunch on the raft with delicious food, it will be unforgettable! Thank you very much!
  
 
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   Lea C 
 
 
 
 Verified Half day with Hana
Great experience, thanks to Hana for her good humor, her explanations about the culture of the places visited. The group was great, we had an excellent half day! I recommend it 100% 😁