Ha Long Bay 1-Day Cruise Tour

Ha Long Bay 1-day cruise aboard a luxury vessel with plenty of activities. Discover stunning caves, majestic limestone islets, and pristine beaches. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on board, plus fun experiences like kayaking and swimming—an unforgettable day.

Ha Long Bay 1-Day Cruise Itinerary (6 hours of sightseeing)

Morning – Pick-up in Hanoi
08:00–08:45: Our coach and guide pick you up at the appointed point and depart for Ha Long Bay via the 5B Hanoi–Hai Phong–Tuan Chau expressway (~2.5 hours). A 30-minute rest stop en route.

Midday – Embark at Ha Long Harbor
12:00: Arrive at Ha Long harbor and board the cruise to explore Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage (recognized twice) and one of the New7Wonders of Nature.
12:30: Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on board while admiring thousands of limestone islets. Along the route you may see Kissing Rocks (Trong Mai) and Dinh Huong Islet (featured on the 200,000 VND banknote).

Afternoon – On-water activities
14:00: Visit Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, one of the largest and most beautiful caves in the bay.
14:45: Experience kayaking or a bamboo boat ride to Luon Cave.
15:15: Stop at Titop Island: swim on the white-sand beach or hike to the summit for a panoramic view of the bay.
16:30: Return to the boat for a sunset party—watch the sunset and relax with wine and fruit while cruising back.

Return
18:00–18:15: Disembark at the pier and transfer back to Hanoi.
21:00: Arrive in Hanoi—end of the tour. Thank you and see you again!

Tour Prices

Pick-up from Hanoi

• Premium boat class: 1,350,000 VND / guest

• Luxury boat class: 1,250,000 VND / guest

• Deluxe boat (72/48 seats): 1,050,000 VND / guest

• Standard boat (48 seats): 950,000 VND / guest

Embarkation at Ha Long Harbor

• Premium boat class: 1,050,000 VND / guest

• Luxury boat class: 950,000 VND / guest

• Deluxe boat: 850,000 VND / guest

• Standard boat (48 seats): 750,000 VND / guest

Note: Tour price includes high-quality coach. Limousine upgrade: +100,000 VND/guest/round trip on request.

See also:
Half-day Ha Long cruise • 2D1N Ha Long Bay cruise • Private boat charter • Package Ha Long tours (standard boats, good prices)

Included

• Round-trip coach (Thaco 35-seat)

• Bottled water on the bus (1 per person)

• Enthusiastic tour guide throughout

• Lunch on board (set menu)

• Entrance fees to all listed sites

• Kayaking or bamboo boat at Luon Cave

• Towels in summer

Not Included

• 8% VAT (optional)

• Drinks during lunch

• Personal expenses

• Tips for guide and driver (at your discretion)

Child Policy

• 1–4 yrs: Free (share seat/services with parents).
  If an extra seat is required: Limousine 400,000 VND/seat/round trip; 35-seat coach 300,000 VND/seat/round trip.

• 5–8 yrs: 75% of tour price (for 1 child; from the 2nd child: 100%).

• 9 yrs and above: Charged as adult.

Notes: Order of visits may change due to weather or Bay Management instructions. Bring a spare set of clothes for swimming/kayaking.