Vietnam  »  Northern Vietnam  »  Hanoi  »  Ha Long Bay Day Trips

Ha Long Bay Day Trips

Our pick: Ha Long Bay: Cruise Day Trip with Kayak, Cave & Lunch — US$ 23 (6h–13h, 4.90★ · 3,808). Best value: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise: Buffet, Kayak & Cave from Hanoi — US$ 38 (12h, 4.83★ · 145).

4.7 7 experiences from US$ 23 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

All 7 options, side by side

✓ 2026-08-11
OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Ha Long Bay: Cruise Day Trip with Kayak, Cave & LunchOur pickUS$ 23 p.p.
US$ 23
6h–13h4.90★ · 3,808free+US$ 13 on site
Ha Long Bay Day Cruise: Buffet, Kayak & Cave from HanoiBest valueUS$ 38 p.p.
US$ 38
12h4.83★ · 145free+US$ 3 on site
Cat Ba to Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay: Day Cruise, Kayak, SwimTop ratedUS$ 41 p.p.
US$ 41
9h4.98★ · 3,800free—
Halong Bay 5-Star Day Trip from Hanoi: Cave & KayakUS$ 50 p.p.
US$ 50
10h–12h4.92★ · 1,025free+US$ 10 on site
Ha Long Bay: 6-Hour Cruise, Sung Sot Cave & Ti Top IslandUS$ 60 p.p.
US$ 60
6h4.00★ only 2 reviewsfree+US$ 20 on site
Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge Day Trip with Lunch & GuideUS$ 86 p.p.
US$ 86
6h–7h4.56★ · 132free—
Ha Long Bay: Private Day Cruise, Caves & Floating VillageUS$ 159 p.p.
US$ 159
8h–11h4.98★ · 744free—

Real price per person across the 7 options: US$ 23–US$ 159 (median US$ 50). With an extra fee to pay on site: 4 of 7. With 100+ reviews: 6 of 7.

Default order: price per person.

Ha Long Bay: Cruise Day Trip with Kayak, Cave & Lunch
›
‹
Ha Long Bay: Cruise Day Trip with Kayak, Cave & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (3,808)6h–13hYou’ll float through Ha Long Bay’s limestone maze by boat, explore the vast Surprise Cave with a local guide, kayak calm lagoons where silence feels rare, then climb Titop Island for those wild panoramic views. Seafood lunch on deck brings everyone together before heading back to Hanoi—expect laughter, salty air, and memories that linger longer than you’d guess.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 23View ›
Cat Ba to Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay: Day Cruise, Kayak, Swim
›
‹
Cat Ba to Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay: Day Cruise, Kayak, Swim★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (3,800)9hYou’ll slip away from Cat Ba for a full-day cruise through Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay—kayak hidden caves, meet local fishermen at Cai Beo village, swim at empty beaches like Ba Trai Dao, and share lunch on deck with new friends. With a local guide handling all logistics (including pickup), you get time to just look up and breathe it all in.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −32%fromUS$ 41View ›
Halong Bay 5-Star Day Trip from Hanoi: Cave & Kayak
›
‹
Halong Bay 5-Star Day Trip from Hanoi: Cave & Kayak★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (1,025)10h–12hYou get picked up from your Hanoi hotel, spend six hours on a luxury cruise through Halong Bay's limestone islands, climb Titop Peak for a panoramic view, explore two caves by foot and kayak, eat a seafood lunch onboard, and return with a sunset party and wine included. The whole day — transport, entry fees, guide, food — is handled, so you're not arranging tickets or timing yourself between stops.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Halong Bay experience — caves, kayaking, island views, and a full day on the water — without arranging your own transport, tickets, or timing between stops. The fixed schedule and included pickup mean you're not negotiating logistics in the morning or figuring out how to get back to Hanoi at night.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 50View ›
Ha Long Bay Day Cruise: Buffet, Kayak & Cave from Hanoi
›
‹
Ha Long Bay Day Cruise: Buffet, Kayak & Cave from Hanoi★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (145)12hYou’ll travel from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay with hotel pickup included, cruise past limestone islands on a modern boat with buffet lunch, kayak through Luon Cave’s calm waters, explore Surprise Cave’s cool chambers, and end your day sipping wine as sunset colors shift over the bay. Expect laughter with your guide and small surprises along the way.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 38View ›
Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge Day Trip with Lunch & Guide
›
‹
Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge Day Trip with Lunch & Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.56 (132)6h–7hYou’ll ride Southeast Asia’s longest cable car above lush forests, walk across Ba Na Hills’ famous Golden Bridge, explore gardens and French-inspired villages, and enjoy a generous buffet lunch with your local guide. With hotel pickup in Da Nang included, expect sensory moments and unexpected laughs you’ll remember long after you leave.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 86View ›
Ha Long Bay: 6-Hour Cruise, Sung Sot Cave & Ti Top Island
›
‹
Ha Long Bay: 6-Hour Cruise, Sung Sot Cave & Ti Top Island★★★★★★★★★★ 4.00 (2)6hYou board at Tuan Chau Harbor and spend six hours cruising Ha Long Bay with stops at Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave for kayaking, and Ti Top Island for swimming. Lunch and use of the onboard Jacuzzi pool are included, along with an English-speaking guide and a sunset party on the return cruise. You're back on land by early evening.Is it for me?Book this if you're short on time but want to see the main sights of Ha Long Bay without arranging transport, cave entry and timing yourself — the fixed six-hour schedule packs three major stops and lunch into one day.Free cancellationKids −25%fromUS$ 60View ›
Ha Long Bay: Private Day Cruise, Caves & Floating Village
›
‹
Ha Long Bay: Private Day Cruise, Caves & Floating Village★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (744)8h–11hYou’ll cruise Ha Long Bay by private boat with a local guide, explore ancient caves like Thien Cung Grotto, kayak or ride a sampan through floating villages, and enjoy fresh seafood lunch onboard. It’s not just sightseeing — you’ll taste salt air, hear local stories, and feel what makes this place linger long after you leave.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 159View ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 7 of the 7 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last half a day or longer.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Ha Long Bay: Cruise Day Trip with Kayak, Cave & Lunch is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.90 out of 5 across 3,808 reviews.

More things to do in Hanoi

Do you need help planning your next activity?