--- title: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi with Kayak, Lunch, Cave, Island lang: en type: tour city: Hanoi country: Vietnam price: 35 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.91 reviews: 1498 duration_minutes: 735 languages: [vi, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 39 of 98 (Ha Long Bay Day Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/ha-long-bay-day-cruise-from-hanoi-with-kayak-lunch-cave-island/ --- # Ha Long Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi with Kayak, Lunch, Cave, Island In our comparison: #39 of 98 in Ha Long Bay Day Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview • Escape Hanoi and discover Halong Bay with Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave) and kayak at Hang Luon Cave (2 people/kayak). Discover the tranquil Ti Top Island and swim in the blue waters of the crescent-shaped Ti Top beach. • Feel the warm sunshine and the cool breeze while cruising along Ha Long Bay. • Explore the shimmering stalactites embodying unique shapes of the Sung Sot Cave. • Uncover the stunning beauty of the Hang Luon Cave while kayaking on the blue water. • Enjoy a Sunset Party on the boat with light foods. • Swimming at Ti Top beach or trek to the Titop peak for panoramic views. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 08:00, 11:30: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €35 per person for the Halong Port: Deluxe+ Set Lunch option; other options up to €47 - Duration: 12h 15m - Rating: 4.91/5 from 1498 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Indochina Today Travel - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: VI, English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:00, 11:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.91 from 1498 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1471 of 1498. - 5 stars: 1404 (94%) - 4 stars: 67 (4%) - 3 stars: 17 (1%) - 2 stars: 3 (0%) - 1 star: 7 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Halong Port: Deluxe+ Set Lunch | €35 / person | English, VI | Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Swimming Duration: 6 hours Set Menu Lunch & Sunset Party: Available for Vegetarian Cruise 6 hours on Halong Bay: Kayaking or Bamboo Boat Starting point: Tuan Chau Island, Quang Ninh, Vietnam | | HalongPort: Lux-Buffet-Jacuzzi | €40 / person | English, VI | Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Swimming 5-Star Luxury Cruise + Jacuzzi Duration: 6 hours Buffet Lunch & Sunset Party: Available for Vegetarian Luxury Cruise with Jacuzzi Starting point: Tuan Chau Island, Quang Ninh, Vietnam | | Hanoi: Deluxe + Set Lunch | €43 / person | English, VI | Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Swimming Set Menu Lunch & Sunset Party: Available for Vegetarian Mordern Bus & Cruise Pickup included | | Hanoi: Lux + Buffet + Jacuzzi | €47 / person | English, VI | Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Swimming 5-Star Luxury Cruise + Jacuzzi Buffet Lunch & Sunset Party: Available for Vegetarian Modern Bus and Cruise Pickup included | ## What's included - Ha Long Bay entrance fees and all taxes - Kayaking or traditional bamboo boat - English-speaking live guide - Vietnamese set-menu lunch (vegetarian option available) - Sunset party with light food, fruit, and bottled water - Air-conditioned vehicle and cruise/boat trip on Ha Long Bay - Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter (Option from Hanoi) - Ti Top Island hiking and swimming ## Not included - Beverages - Personal Expenses ## Itinerary 1. **Hanoi** (3h) - • 07:20 – 08:20: Our modern Bus and guide will pick you up at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Halong Bay via highway (2.5 hours, stop ~15 minutes to restroom) (Option Pick up from Hanoi). 2. **Halong Bay** (2h; admission included) - • 11:30AM: Arrival Tuan Chau Port, welcome drink and cruise through the turquoise waters and admire the rock formations, islets: Incense, Bunner, Cock Fighting... Soak in the breathtaking surroundings while enjoying a Vietnamese Lunch on cruise. (Be noted: If you are in... 3. **Sung Sot Cave** (1h; admission included) - 13:30: Explore the beautiful Sung Sot Cave, known as the Surprise Cave - the longest, biggest cave of Ha Long Bay. Admire the shimmering stalactites embodying countless strange and unique shapes. 4. **Hang Luon Cave** (45m; admission included) - 14:45: Enjoy between kayaking (02 people/kayak) or a traditional bamboo boat (10 people/boat) to Luon Cave glide through the calm waters, admire the towering limestone cliffs, and soak in the serene natural surroundings. 5. **Ti Top Island** (1h; admission included) - 15:45: Feel the warmth of the sunshine as you pass by Titop Island (Dao Titop) and beach. Take a refreshing dip in the water on the beautiful beach or trek to the Titop peak for photos with a panoramic view of the bay. 6. **Hạ Long Bay** (1h) - 16:30: Sunset Party on the sundeck with light foods and fruits. Relax on deck and capture breathtaking sunset moments over the majestic Ha Long Bay — the perfect setting to celebrate a birthday with friends or enjoy refreshing drinks at the sunset party with your group while... 7. **Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam** (3h; admission included) - Following your cruise drop off Halong Port 6PM, return to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by 9PM. Thank you!!! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00, 11:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point If your hotel is located outside Hanoi Old Quarter, please meet us at the Hanoi Opera House at 07:20 AM or at 162 Tran Quang Khai St at 08:20 AM. To ensure a smooth departure, please be ready at least 5 minutes before your scheduled time. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - For the best experience, please communicate any issues or questions to us and our guide — we are always ready to assist. - Due to the currents and tides, as well as waste from other places flowing into Ha Long Bay, sometimes you will see garbage in Ha Long Bay. The government, local people, tourism companies... are making efforts every day to clean Ha Long Bay. - Ha Long Bay is Vietnam’s top destination and it is often crowded every day, special in summer and weekends. However, we always ensure smooth logistics and top-quality service for your best experience. - Plastic water bottles are provided for free on the bus. However, please do not bring plastic bottles when checking in to the Ha Long Bay cruise, as they are not allowed on board. - Extra fee: US$10/pax for Lunar New Year Holiday - From July 1, 2026, due to Hanoi's new traffic regulations, buses with more than 16 seats are not permitted to pick up in most areas of the Old Quarter between 6:00-9:00 AM, and drop off between 4:00-7:30 PM. Please make your way to the designated meeting point. Your exact pick-up location and time will be confirmed within 24 hours after booking and reconfirmed 24 hours before departure via email or WhatsApp. ## Compared with other Ha Long Bay Day Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #39 of 98** | €35 | 12h 15m | 4.91 (1498) | shared | | [PRIVATE TOUR HALONG BAY ONE DAY with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/private-tour-halong-bay-one-day-with-cave-kayaking-bamboo-boat/?format=md) | €145 | 9h | 4.98 (1078) | private | | [Ha Long Bay Day Cruise – Kayaking, Sung Sot Cave & Titop Island](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/ha-long-bay-day-cruise-kayaking-sung-sot-cave-titop-island/?format=md) | €35 | 12h | 4.98 (1077) | shared | | [Private Ha Long bay day trip(From Hanoi city or Halong harbour)](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/private-ha-long-bay-day-trip-from-hanoi-city-or-halong-harbour/?format=md) | €44 | 8h | 4.98 (750) | private | Ranked #39 of 98 in Ha Long Bay Day Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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