Enjoy an ideal introduction to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, explore the stunning Halong Bay on a full day cruising itinerary, brimming with exciting activities and visits to fascinating locations.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Vietnamese, English
Experience
Highlights
- Explore Sung Sot Cave, the most magnificent cave in the bay
- Hike to the top of Soi Sim or Titov island
- Cruise by the famous Fighting Cocks Islet, Thien Cung, and Dau Go caves
- Benefit from a private check-in lounge
- Savor your lunch onboard
- Swim off the beautiful islands of Titov and Soi Sim
Full description
Depart to Halong Bay at 7.30am on time from the pick-up point located at Finest Tea Lounge restaurant, Office Hall, Hanoi Towers, 49 Hai Ba Trung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. At 10:30 AM, check-in at Paradise Lounge before being transferred to Paradise Explorer by electric car. At 10:45 AM, board Paradise Explorer and enjoy some light refreshments while the boat is heading towards some incredible landscapes in the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site.
From 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, savor your lunch on-board while the boat is heading to Halong Bay, passing the famous Fighting Cocks Islet, Thien Cung, and Dau Go caves.
Between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM, your first excursion is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave where you will be surprised by the breathtaking panoramic view across the Bay once you exit the cave. This is the largest cave in Halong Bay, and the stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years have taken on fascinating shapes.
From 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM, don’t miss the fun at Luon Cave – one of the best places for kayaking*. If you just wish to enjoy the view, a bamboo boat will bring you inside.
Between 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM, your next stop is Soi Sim island where you can hike to the top for stunning panoramic views of the Bay or enjoy a refreshing swim in Halong Bay’s emerald waters.
Between 4:20 PM and 5:20 PM, treat yourself to 30 to 60-minutes of foot reflexology with the therapists from Le Parfum Spa* or savor a drink* on board while the boat is making its way back to Tuan Chau Marina.
At 5:30 PM, return to Hanoi from the harbor.
*Additional charges
Includes
- Day cruise tour
- 1 lunch on board
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Round-trip transfer by shuttle bus
- English-speaking guide
- Onboard insurance, taxes, and service charges
- Airfares and airport transfer
- Visa arrangements
- Kayak - USD $20 per double canoe for 2 people
- Spa treatment services
- Beverages and tobacco
- Tips and other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions
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Meeting point
Depart for Halong Bay at 7.30AM from the pick-up point located at Office Hall, Hanoi Towers, 49 Hai Ba Trung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. (Finest Tea Lounge Restaurant)
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Know before you go
- Children under 4 years of age can travel free of charge. Children aged 5 and over are charged at the full adult rate
- Pick up is from the following address: Office Hall, Hanoi Towers, 49 Hai Ba Trung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
- Check-in at Paradise Trend Hotel, Tuan Chau Island, Ha Long, Quang Ninh, the hotel is behind Cua Vang Restaurant
- Advanced registration is required
- Please note, both the foot treatment and drinks incur extra charges