Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Trip – Kayaking, Cave & Titop Island

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A coastal landscape with numerous islands and boats in the water. 1

A white river cruise boat with a deck and a flag, surrounded by green cliffs and calm water. 2

By PEGASUS VIETNAM TOURS

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
6h+
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Cruise through Ha Long Bay’s iconic limestone islands and emerald waters
Explore spectacular Sung Sot Cave and its impressive natural formations
Kayak or take a bamboo boat through the peaceful Luon Cave lagoon
Swim or hike to the summit of Titop Island for panoramic bay views
Enjoy a delicious onboard lunch and relaxing afternoon refreshments

Activity location

- Ha Long Bay
- Ha Long, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

- WXCR+X7X, Unnamed Road, Tuần Châu, Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Việt Nam | Meet the cruise at Tuan Chau International Marina and enjoy a comfortable Ha Long Bay day cruise with buffet lunch. Ideal for guests with their own transportation who prefer a better-class cruise than standard set-menu boats.
- Tuần Châu, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Dates

Travellers

Deluxe Cruise & Set-Menu Lunch – Pick-up at Tuan Chau Harbour

6h
English

Pickup at Tuan Chau Marina – Please arrive by 11:45 am. Enjoy a smaller Deluxe Cruise with a set-menu lunch, offering the same scenic itinerary as our main cruise. A budget-friendly option without compromising the experience. Trip concludes around 6:00pm.

Languages available

Starting time: 11:45 AM

Price details

NZ$67.76 x 1 AdultNZ$67.76

Total

Until Fri, 4 Sept

Luxury Cruise & Buffet Lunch – Pickup at Tuan Chau Harbour

6h
English

This option does not include transfers from Hanoi. Guests should make their own way to Tuan Chau Marina and be ready by 11:45 am. The Luxury Cruise features a buffet lunch, Luon cave, Sung Sot Cave, and Titop Island, following the same scenic itinerary.

Languages available

Starting time: 11:45 AM

Price details

NZ$84.70 x 1 AdultNZ$84.70

Total

Until Fri, 4 Sept

Deluxe Cruise with Set-Menu Lunch — Pick-up from Hanoi

12h
English

Pick-up time: 7:40–8:40 AM. Depending on your location in Hanoi Old Quarter, the exact time will be confirmed within 24 hours of booking and re-confirmed 24 hours before departure via email or WhatsApp.

Languages available

Starting time: 7:45 AM

Price details

NZ$101.63 x 1 AdultNZ$101.63

Total

Luxury Cruise, Buffet Lunch & Jacuzzi — Pick-up from Hanoi

12h
English

VIP Travel by Limousine Bus — Air-conditioned vehicle with soft seats for up to 22 passengers. Pick-up time: 7:40–8:40 AM. Exact time confirmed within 24 hours of booking and re-confirmed 24 hours before departure via email or WhatsApp.

Languages available

Starting time: 7:45 AM

Price details

NZ$118.57 x 1 AdultNZ$118.57

Total

What's included, what's not

Full-day cruise through Ha Long Bay
English-speaking tour guide during the cruise
Bottled drinking water during the Hanoi–Ha Long transfer
Return Hanoi transfer, if selected
Hotel or designated meeting-point pickup and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter, for Hanoi transfer options
Shared shuttle bus or limousine transfer, according to the selected option
Port fees and service charges
Welcome drink upon boarding
Lunch on board:
Deluxe Cruise: Vietnamese set menu
Luxury Cruise: Buffet lunch
Ha Long Bay entrance and sightseeing fees
Kayaking or traditional bamboo boat at Luon Cave
Swimming and sightseeing at Titop Island
Sunset party with Vietnamese tea, fresh juice, seasonal fruit, and small cakes
Drinks and drinks not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Tips for the tour guide, driver, and boat crew
Surcharge for public holidays or special occasions, if applicable
Hotel pickup and drop-off for the Meet at Tuan Chau Marina option
Transport to and from Tuan Chau Marina for guests choosing the Meet at Tuan Chau Marina option
Any services or expenses not specifically mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions

What you can expect

Discover Ha Long Bay on a full-day cruise through its iconic limestone islands and emerald waters. Explore Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a traditional bamboo boat at Luon Cave, and enjoy swimming or panoramic views from Titop Island.

Choose your preferred cruise and pickup option to suit your travel plans.

Choose Your Cruise

Luxury Cruise – Buffet Lunch
Enjoy a premium cruise experience with a buffet lunch featuring a variety of Vietnamese dishes.

Deluxe Cruise – Set Menu Lunch
Enjoy a comfortable cruise experience with a Vietnamese set-menu lunch and great value.

Both cruises follow the same sightseeing itinerary. The main differences are the cruise experience and lunch style.

Choose Your Pickup

Meet at Tuan Chau Marina

Meeting point: Tuan Chau Marina
Boarding: approximately 11:15–11:30 AM
No Hanoi hotel pickup included
Guests arrange their own transport to and from the marina

Hanoi Round-Trip Shared Bus and Hanoi Round-Trip Limousine Bus
- Pickup: approximately 7:30–8:30 AM
- Available in Hanoi Old Quarter
- Motorway transfer with a short rest stop
- Return to Hanoi: approximately 8:00–8:30 PM
If your hotel is located on a narrow or inaccessible street, a nearby meeting point may be arranged.

Itinerary

7:30–8:30 AM | Hanoi Pickup

For Hanoi transfer options, meet your English-speaking guide and driver at your hotel or designated meeting point in Hanoi Old Quarter.

8:45–11:15 AM | Transfer to Ha Long Bay

Travel from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay via the motorway, with a short rest stop along the way.

Guests choosing the Tuan Chau Marina meeting point make their own way to the marina and arrive in time for boarding.

11:15–11:30 AM | Board the Cruise

Board your selected cruise at Tuan Chau Marina and enjoy a welcome drink as you begin cruising through Ha Long Bay.

Around 12:00 PM | Lunch on Board

Enjoy lunch while cruising among Ha Long Bay's famous limestone formations.

Luxury Cruise: Buffet lunch
Deluxe Cruise: Vietnamese set-menu lunch

Around 1:30 PM | Sung Sot Cave

Explore Sung Sot Cave, also known as Surprise Cave, one of the largest and most impressive caves in Ha Long Bay. The visit involves walking and stairs.

Around 2:45 PM | Luon Cave

Choose to kayak, take a traditional bamboo boat, or relax on board while enjoying the peaceful lagoon surrounded by limestone cliffs.

Around 3:45 PM | Titop Island

Enjoy free time to swim, relax on the beach, or climb to the viewpoint for panoramic views of Ha Long Bay.

Around 4:30 PM | Afternoon Refreshments

Relax on the sundeck as the cruise heads back towards Tuan Chau Marina. Enjoy complimentary Vietnamese tea, fresh juice, fruit, and small cakes.

5:30–5:40 PM | Return to Tuan Chau Marina

Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina. Guests with Hanoi transfer options continue their journey back to Hanoi.

8:00–8:30 PM | Hanoi Drop-off

Arrive back in Hanoi Old Quarter and enjoy hotel or designated meeting-point drop-off. Arrival time may vary depending on traffic.

Location

Activity location

- Ha Long Bay
- Ha Long, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

- WXCR+X7X, Unnamed Road, Tuần Châu, Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Việt Nam | Meet the cruise at Tuan Chau International Marina and enjoy a comfortable Ha Long Bay day cruise with buffet lunch. Ideal for guests with their own transportation who prefer a better-class cruise than standard set-menu boats.
- Tuần Châu, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam
- WXCR+X7X, Unnamed Road, Tuần Châu, Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Việt Nam | Meet the cruise at Tuan Chau International Marina and enjoy a comfortable Ha Long Bay day cruise with buffet lunch. Ideal for guests with their own transportation who prefer a better-class cruise than standard set-menu boats.
- Tuần Châu, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam