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Standard Day Cruise: Classic Wooden Boat Cruise with Local Buffet

Ha Long Bay route map showing caves, islets, and activities like kayaking and hiking.
Dao Titop Island in Halong Bay with boats and limestone karsts in the background.
Kayakers paddling in Ha Long Bay near rocky islands.
Tourists exploring rock formations inside a cave in Ha Long Bay.

Duration

4 hr 30 min - 13 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience
    • Full-day Ha Long Bay cruise with guided sightseeing, island and cave visits, kayaking/bamboo boat ride, onboard lunch, sunset snacks, and round-trip Hanoi transfers

    • Board the day cruise and glide past famed islets like Sung Sot Cave, Stone Dog, Duck, Finger, Incense Burner, and Fighting Cocks, the icon of Ha Long Bay.

    • Explore Thien Cung Cave’s vast chambers filled with striking stalactites, stalagmites, and carvings of the four holy animals and Heaven Gate.

    • Cruise through the serene water tunnels and limestone cliffs, soaking in Luon Cave’s tranquil natural beauty.

    • Choose Classic for Ti Top Island & Surprising Cave, or the Iconic route for extra landmarks and a 45-minute kayaking/bamboo boat experience.

    • Full-day cruise of Ha Long Bay

    • Expert English/Vietnamese-speaking guide on the cruise

    • Round-trip hotel transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter by A/C bus(as per option selected)

    • Entrance fee to Ha Long Bay islands and caves

    • Sunset party with snacks

    • Vietnamese lunch buffet/special seafood lunch (menu here)

  • TOTAL DURATION4 hours 30 minutes - 13 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERCruise Ship
    Timeline
    Map
    Start point

    2 starting points available

    Surprising Cave

    1. Surprising Cave

    60 min
    Ti top Island

    2. Ti top Island

    75 min
    1 attraction
    1 activity

    Highlights

    Titop Peak
    Titop Peak
    Tickets included
    75 min

    Things to do

    Hiking
    Hiking
    Included in price
    End point

    2 ending points available

    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 111 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Mormon U

    Solo
    Verified booking
    Feb 2026
    I hand an awesome time cruising Ha Long Bay. The whole day was extremely well organised and the staff were great. Lunch provided which was very nice. The boat was extremely well maintained.

    Lee K

    Solo
    Verified booking
    Feb 2026
    Food and tour guide was knowledgeable

    Flora F

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Jan 2026
    Food was very good. Good group size. Nice guide. Little waiting time. It was fun.

    Timo M

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Jan 2026
    The Crew and The boat Were really Nice. And The Bay is just awesome

    Jakub U

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Yesterday
  • What to bring

    • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces and light trekking.

    • Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses for sun protection.

    • Pack a light jacket or raincoat, as weather conditions can change quickly on the bay.

    • Bring swimwear and a towel if you plan to participate in kayaking or swimming activities.

    What’s not allowed

    • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the cruise.

    • Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

    • Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on the cruise.

    • Smoking is not permitted in the indoor areas of the cruise vessel.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • If your hotel is outside the Old Quarter of Hanoi, you must come to the office at #31 Lo Su Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi for pickup.

    • Vegetarian, Halal, and Muslim meal options are available upon request. Please inform the operator in advance.

    • The itinerary may be subject to change due to weather conditions or operational requirements.

    • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

    • Please arrive at the designated meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

    • The cruise operates in all weather conditions except in cases of extreme weather or government advisories.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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