Halong Bay Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi

From$60
10 hours – 11 hours
Hanoi, Vietnam

About this activity

Experience Halong Bay's stunning limestone formations and tranquil waters on a full-day cruise from Hanoi, including kayaking and a delicious onboard lunch.

Highlights

  • Explore Halong Bay's stunning limestone formations
  • Enjoy a guided cruise through the bay's emerald waters
  • Experience kayaking in the tranquil bay
  • Savor a delicious set lunch onboard the cruise
  • Capture breathtaking photos of the bay's natural beauty

Full description

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay on this full-day cruise from Hanoi. Departing early, you'll journey to the bay, renowned for its emerald waters and towering limestone karsts. Board a comfortable cruise ship and set sail through the bay's serene waters, passing by iconic sites like the Fighting Cocks Islet and the Stone Dog Islet. Engage in a kayaking adventure, paddling through caves and grottoes to explore hidden lagoons. Enjoy a delectable set lunch onboard, featuring a variety of Vietnamese dishes. Capture stunning photographs of the bay's unique landscape before returning to Hanoi in the evening, filled with unforgettable memories of this natural wonder.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Hanoi to Halong Bay
  • Guided cruise through Halong Bay's limestone karsts
  • Kayaking excursion in the bay's tranquil waters
  • Personal expenses and gratuities

Itinerary

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Halong Bay (Hạ Long Bay) is Vietnam’s best-known and most-visited tourist attraction. More than 6 million people flock to the area every year to cruise around on wooden boats, known as junks. What makes Halong Bay so unique is the 2,000-odd limestone islands and islets that emerge from the waters off the coast. These range from towering karsts with deep caves, to tiny formations ringed by white-sand beaches. In 1994, Halong Bay was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ever since then, it’s featured near the top of every traveller’s bucket list.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
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The longest,biggest abd the most beautiful grotto of Ha Long bay

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
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With some options: -Kayaking or bamboo boat. -Relaxing on boat.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
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-Swimming on the beach. -Trekking Titop peak for taking photos with panoramic view of the bay.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates daily and includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Hanoi.
  • Please inform the operator of any dietary restrictions or preferences in advance.
  • The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions and other factors.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and bring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection.
  • Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and moments during the trip.
  • Ensure you have a valid passport or ID for the tour registration.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 6 days before the activity starts

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

Traveler reviews

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fun with great scenery too

Harley was great at her job and doubled checked the schedules and itinerary and explained ed to me about overnight home stay etc. i was feeling unwell the second day so only saw a small amount of what was available but when i explained to Harley i wasn’t feeling great she sorted transport back to Hanoi old quarter, she also messaged couple days later to check how i was feeling.

nsc240971May 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Memorable Vietnam Trip Thanks to Bee and Team!

We did day tours with CrossingVietnam for Halong Bay, Nin Binh and Ba Na Hills. I’d like to thank the entire team for taking such great care of us during our day tours and for patiently answering all our questions. A special thanks to Bee for curating a detailed itinerary perfectly aligned with our preferences and always providing the best possible quotes. There was absolutely no compromise in quality or coverage. Bee gave nearly 24/7 support through out our stay in Vietnam including last minute requests on Airport transfers and itinerary changes. Bee’s professionalism and personal touch truly made our Vietnam experience smooth and memorable We truly appreciate your dedication and support throughout the trip! Highly recommended crossing Vietnam tours for families to relax and enjoy Vietnam.

Happiness277321Oct 6, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Flawless Trip Planning Thanks to an Amazing Agent! Bee

We had an amazing experience with Crossing Vietnam Tour, thanks largely to our exceptional agent, Bee. They went above and beyond to tailor every detail of our trip, were always available to answer questions, and made the whole process incredibly smooth. Their dedication and personal touch truly made our trip unforgettable. Highly recommend!

NorthStar52190617959Aug 22, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Halong bay day cruise

Great boat, excellent tour guide, brilliant scenery and great stops. Lunch was lovely and the sunset party was a nice surprise.

Gillian_MMar 4, 2025VIATOR

An amazing experience!

What an amazing day! We had a wonderful time with our fellow travellers and our fun tour guide Tung. It was all so well organised including lunch and tea on the boat and of course the cocktails at sunset. The Kayaking and small boat ride were particularly entertaining. Special mention must be given to Harley, who booked our trip and also our transfer to Hanoi Airport the next day. She kept us informed and updated all the way. Thanks once again Harley for making our last day in Vietnam such a special one.

johnfR151GZOct 18, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Children must be accompanied by an adult Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants