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title: PRIVATE TOUR HALONG BAY ONE DAY with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat
lang: en
type: tour
city: Hanoi
country: Vietnam
price: 145
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.98
reviews: 1078
duration_minutes: 540
duration_max_minutes: 660
languages: [vi, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 1 of 98 (Ha Long Bay Day Cruises)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
canonical: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/private-tour-halong-bay-one-day-with-cave-kayaking-bamboo-boat/
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# PRIVATE TOUR HALONG BAY ONE DAY with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat

In our comparison: #1 of 98 in Ha Long Bay Day Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Halong Bay 1-day tour is for travelers who have little time and want to experience the most beautiful part of the Bay.  We are sure that this is the best option.  We will bring you the experience of visiting and discovering Ha Long Bay with the fewest tourists route but the most beautiful limestone islands shape. Departing Hanoi at 8:30 in the morning, you’ll make the most of your limited time with a cruise on a traditional-style boat, a seafood lunch, and a tour of the incredible Heavenly Paradise Grotto. Kayak or take a bamboo boat tour around a floating village to enjoy the spectacular underground cave and fisherman's daily life.Our outstanding, professional, well organized, wealth of knowledge and sense of humor tour guide will take care of every detail of your trip and make sure you enjoy every minute of the tour.
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## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk
- Min. 8 to book: not for solo travellers
- 18 start times: between 05:30 and 14:00
- Food included: see what is included
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €145 per person for the PickupFromHalongShareCruise option; other options up to €190
- Duration: 9h–11h
- Rating: 4.98/5 from 1078 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Love Vietnam Travel
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Shared tour · private option available
- Guide languages: VI, English
- Tickets: Admission included
- Start times: 18 start times between 05:30 and 14:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.98 from 1078 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1078 of 1078.

- 5 stars: 1053 (98%)
- 4 stars: 25 (2%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PickupFromHalongShareCruise | €77 / person (for 8+ people) | English, VI | Pickup included |
| PICKUP fromHaLongPRIVATECRUISE | €145 / person (for 2+ people) | English, VI | PICK UP FROM HALONG: Choose: this option if you're ALREADY in Halong or your cruise docks at Halong Marina. No transfer from Hanoi is needed. Activities: Visit Heavenly Palace Cave, kayak or ride a bamboo boat through hidden lagoons, then see Incense Burner and Fighting Chicken LARGE PRIVATE CRUISE : Enjoy: exclusive use of a large private cruise with restaurant, kitchen, two restrooms, spacious sundeck and professional crew. Duration: 4 hours: 4-hour cruise through thousands of islands, peaceful waters and famous landmarks with plenty of great photo stops. Delicious seafood lunch: Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch onboard, with chicken and vegetarian options freshly prepared for every guest onboard. Private Cruise Route: Enjoy a private route away from busy group tours, exploring quieter areas of Halong Bay with peaceful scenery, hidden lagoons MEET US AT HALONG MARINA: : Pick up from Halong , so OUR GUIDE PICKS YOU FROM HALONG MARINA OR HOTEL IN HALONG CITY PRIVATE CRUISE: Up to 48 Guest: Private cruise for your group only. No shared boat, just comfort, privacy and complete flexibility throughout. Pickup included |
| PRIVATE CAR,GUIDE,SHARE CRUISE | €181 / person (for 2+ people) | English, VI | This is shared cruise, Private: Round-trip Hanoi-Halong transfer and guide included. If you're the only booking, you may enjoy a private cruise. Activities: Visit Heavenly Palace Cave, kayak or ride a bamboo boat through hidden lagoons, then see Incense Burner and Fighting Chicken Discover Lagoon by bamboo boat: Underground cave, learning about fishmen life and formation of Halong Bay,admiring the clear blue water and spectacular rock Duration: 10 hours: This tour starts from Hanoi at 8:30 to 9:00 at your hotel and finishes in Hanoi at 18:30 - 19:00 Delicious seafood lunch: Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch onboard, with chicken and vegetarian options freshly prepared for every guest onboard. Private Cruise Route: Enjoy a private route away from busy group tours, exploring quieter areas of Halong Bay with peaceful scenery, hidden lagoons Private Car/Van/Bus: Private car/van expressway from Hanoi to Halong Bay, Experience and passion tour guide, delicious seafood lunch, modern boat. Pickup included |
| PRIVATE CRUISE , CAR , GUIDE | €190 / person (for 2+ people) | English, VI | LARGE PRIVATE CRUISE : Enjoy: exclusive use of a large private cruise with restaurant, kitchen, two restrooms, spacious sundeck and professional crew. Activities: Visit Heavenly Palace Cave, kayak or ride a bamboo boat through hidden lagoons, then see Incense Burner and Fighting Chicken Discover Lagoon by bamboo boat: Underground cave, learning about fishmen life and formation of Halong Bay,admiring the clear blue water and spectacular rock Duration: 10 hours: This tour starts from Hanoi at 8:30 to 9:00 at your hotel and finishes in Hanoi at 18:30 - 19:00 Delicious seafood lunch: Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch onboard, with chicken and vegetarian options freshly prepared for every guest onboard. Private Cruise Route: Enjoy a private route away from busy group tours, exploring quieter areas of Halong Bay with peaceful scenery, hidden lagoons Private Car/Van/Bus: Private car/van expressway from Hanoi to Halong Bay, Experience and passion tour guide, delicious seafood lunch, modern boat. PRIVATE CRUISE: Up to 48 Guest: Private cruise for your group only. No shared boat, just comfort, privacy and complete flexibility throughout. Pickup included |

## What's included

- Private Cruise or Share Cruise depends your choice -Cruising Around the Bay between islands
- The price includes extra service charges for Vietnamese New Year, Feb 16–20, 2026.
- Note: NO WORRY about your bookings, We ALWAYS send email or messege via Whatsapp after your booking
- 2 free bottle water on the car from Hanoi to Halong Bay
- Free of charge for the children under 5 years old, sharing lunch & car with parents
- Entry/Admission - Halong Bay
- Kayaking or Bamboo boat ( rowed boat ) by fisherman to discover 2 hidden peaceful lagoons
- We offer seafood lunch. If you would like to have vegetarian food or any food restrictions. Please advise us in advance for the best arrangement
- English speaking tourguide
- Private Air-conditioned Modern Car / Van round trip From Hanoi to Halong Bay via Express-Way

## Not included

- Drinks on Cruise : Beer, wine, coffee, tea, soft drink, water
- Tips & gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **Old Quarter** (2h 30m) - 08:30: We pick you up from your hotel departure for Halong Bay by Car / Van depend on size of group by the Express Way. This is one of the best express ways in the North of Vietnam , you will enjoy the beautiful of countryside with the ricefields , rivers , fruit gardens and...
2. **Tuan Chau Island** (pass by, no stop) - 11:00 Arrive Tuan Chau Island which is located in the north-west of Halong Bay, 8 km south-west of Ha Long City. Tuan Chau Marina is an official gateway to Halong Bay, the first Marina is for day cruises. You will check in on Cruise from here
3. **Hạ Long Bay** (4h) - Towering limestone pillars and tiny islets topped by forest rise from the emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1994, Halong Bay's scatter of islands, dotted with wind- and wave-eroded grottoes is a vision of ethereal beauty and,...
4. **Hon Ga Choi Island** (10m; admission included) - A distinctive pair of karst islets jutting out from the calm waters of Halong Bay; the unique Hon Ga Choi Island (Fighting Cocks Island) has become one of the bay’s most memorable landmarks and among the most photographed attractions for cruise visitors. Located right in the...
5. **Hon Dinh Huong Island** (10m; admission included) - The Incense Burner is a sacred object used for sacrifice and stands in the middle of Ha Long Bay as if it is sacrificing heaven and earth. It is also a reminder of the good traditions of the nation: drinking water remembering the source; to remember the fathers and sages who...
6. **Ba Hang** (40m) - Village captivates visitors with its calm waters, stunning lagoons, and serene atmosphere. While the original fishing village no longer exists—relocated in 2014 to improve fishermen's livelihoods—the locals still play a vital role, rowing boats for tourists. The old school...
7. **Dong Thien Cung** (40m; admission included) - Heading to Thien Cung Cave (Heavenly Palace Grotto), one of the most beautiful cave in Halong bay . Hike up some steps to discover the cave founded in 1993 by a fishman. View the spectacular of halong from high .Explore their huge chambers adorned with stalactites and...
8. **Old Quarter** (2h 30m) - End of the boat trip and back to the Car for riding 2 hours 30 minutes back to Old Quarter in Hanoi. You will be at the hotel in Hanoi around 18:00 to 18:30. Tour end at your hotel

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 18 start times between 05:30 and 14:00
- 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.

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €290 | €145 |
| 4 | €400 | €100 |
| 6 | €516 | €86 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Ha Long Bay Day Cruises start at €9 per person.

## Compared with other Ha Long Bay Day Cruises

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #1 of 98** | €145 | 9h–11h | 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 |
| [Lan Ha Bay full-day tour from Hanoi, Hai Phong - Serenity Cruises](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/lan-ha-bay-full-day-tour-from-hanoi-hai-phong-serenity-cruises/?format=md) | €39 | 12h | 4.97 (1289) | shared |

Ranked #1 of 98 in Ha Long Bay Day Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €9 to €695, median €46; typical length 12h. 8 of 98 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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