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Our pick: Overnight Cruise Kayak Lan Ha Bay Cat Ba: 2 Days 1 Night — US$ 162 (2d, 4.97★ · 3,918). Best value: Halong Bay Cruise: Luon Cave Kayak, Titop Island & Hanoi Pickup — US$ 16 (2d, 4.94★ · 1,270).

4.8 50 experiences from US$ 16 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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Our pick
Overnight Cruise Kayak Lan Ha Bay Cat Ba: 2 Days 1 Night
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Best value
Halong Bay Cruise: Luon Cave Kayak, Titop Island & Hanoi Pickup
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The 12 best-value of 50 options, side by side

✓ 2026-09-28
OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Halong Bay Cruise: Luon Cave Kayak, Titop Island & Hanoi PickupBest valueUS$ 16 p.p.
US$ 16
2d4.94★ · 1,270free—
Cat Ba, Lan Ha Bay & Monkey Island: Full-Day Boat TourUS$ 22 p.p.
US$ 22
8h–9h4.93★ · 149free+US$ 5 on site
Ha Long Bay: Cruise Day Trip with Kayak, Cave & LunchUS$ 23 p.p.
US$ 23
6h–13h4.90★ · 3,808free+US$ 13 on site
Lan Ha Bay & Ha Long: Full Day Boat Trip with Kayak & LunchUS$ 24 p.p.
US$ 24
8h4.63★ · 70free—
Ha Long Bay: Luxury Day Cruise, Kayak & Sung Sot CaveUS$ 26 p.p.
US$ 26
12h4.98★ · 230free+US$ 13 on site
Ha Long Bay Day Cruise Route 2: Caves, Kayaking & Sunset PartyUS$ 26 p.p.
US$ 26
12h4.88★ · 129free+US$ 25 on site
Ha Long Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi: Surprising Cave & Titov IslandUS$ 26 p.p.
US$ 26
12h4.97★ · 88free+US$ 13 on site
Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay from Cat Ba: 3 caves and swimmingUS$ 27 p.p.
US$ 27
8h4.77★ · 62free—
Ha Long Bay: Cruise Day Tour, Surprise Cave & Titop IslandUS$ 30 p.p.
US$ 30
6h–13h4.86★ · 229free+US$ 13 on site
Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay Cruise: Caves, Kayak & Island HikeUS$ 33 p.p.
US$ 33
6h–12h4.90★ · 100free+US$ 20 on site
Cat Ba to Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay: Full-Day Cruise with KayakingUS$ 35 p.p.
US$ 35
9h4.92★ · 593free—
Ha Long Bay Day Cruise: Buffet, Kayak & Cave from HanoiUS$ 38 p.p.
US$ 38
12h4.83★ · 145free+US$ 3 on site

Real price per person across the 50 options: US$ 16–US$ 480 (median US$ 60). With an extra fee to pay on site: 16 of 50. With 100+ reviews: 39 of 50.

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Private experiences (3)

Ha Long Bay: Private Day Cruise, Caves & Floating Village
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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 ›
Halong Bay 3-Day Cruise: Caves, Kayaking & Private Cabin
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Halong Bay 3-Day Cruise: Caves, Kayaking & Private Cabin★★★★★★★★★★ 4.77 (353)3dYou’ll drift through Halong Bay’s limestone maze by luxury cruise, kayak silent coves, visit floating villages, and wake up to sunrise views from your private cabin. Try your hand at Vietnamese cooking or night squid fishing — or just let yourself be carried along by the rhythm of the bay.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 46View ›
Ha Long Bay Cruise: Private Balcony, Cave & Island Tour
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Ha Long Bay Cruise: Private Balcony, Cave & Island Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.76 (167)2dYou’ll float past limestone islands from your own balcony cabin, kayak into Luon Cave’s calm waters, share stories over sunset BBQ on deck, and wander through Sung Sot Cave’s echoing chambers—all with pickup from Hanoi and a local guide who brings Ha Long Bay’s legends to life. It’s more about slowing down than ticking boxes.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 160View ›

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Kayaking Halong Bay: Luon Cave & Titov Island from Hanoi
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Kayaking Halong Bay: Luon Cave & Titov Island from Hanoi★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (158)5h–6hA six-hour kayaking and swimming tour of Halong Bay departing from Hanoi or Halong City, with hotel pickup, a guided cruise through limestone passages, kayak access to Luon Cave's hidden lagoon, a climb to Titov Island's summit, and Vietnamese lunch aboard. The tour suits all fitness levels and includes an English-speaking guide, water bottle, and all activity gear.Is it for me?Pick Hanoi pickup for a full day starting from the city; pick Halong City pickup if you're already there and want to minimize travel time before boarding.Free cancellationfromUS$ 40View ›

Half day and longer (43)

Ha Long Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi: Jacuzzi on the sundeck
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Ha Long Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi: Jacuzzi on the sundeck★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (3,905)11h–12hYou're picked up from your Hanoi hotel or Opera House, transferred to Tuan Chau Harbor, and board a 5-star vessel for a 5-hour cruise that includes Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island's peak climb, and kayaking through Luon Cave's lagoon. Lunch is an international buffet served onboard, and the return includes a sunset party with wine and snacks before the evening drive back to Hanoi. The whole day takes about 12 hours, and everything—boat, guide, meals, transfers—is included.Is it for me?Book this if you want Ha Long Bay's main sights—the cave, the island, the kayaking—handled in a single day without arranging your own transport or timing, and the 5-star vessel with Jacuzzi and sunset party is what makes the day feel less like a checklist and more like an actual escape.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −25%fromUS$ 40View ›
Ha Long Bay: Cruise Day Trip with Kayak, Cave & Lunch
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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
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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 ›
Ha Long Bay Cruise from Hanoi: Sung Sot Cave & Kayaking
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Ha Long Bay Cruise from Hanoi: Sung Sot Cave & Kayaking★★★★★★★★★★ 4.72 (3,532)2dYou board a cruise in Ha Long Bay after a three-hour pickup from Hanoi, kayak through caves and around limestone islets, swim at Titop Island or Cat Ba, attend a cooking class, and sleep in a private cabin overnight. The next morning brings tai chi, breakfast, a visit to Sung Sot Cave or Dark & Bright Cave, and a return bus to Hanoi by mid-afternoon—all transfers, meals, and entrance fees included.Is it for me?Right for travelers leaving Hanoi without a car who want caves, kayaking, and an overnight on the water without arranging transport or meals separately. Expect an early 8am pickup and a return by mid-afternoon the next day—that schedule is what fits both the cruise departure and the Hanoi drop-off into a single overnight trip.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 149View ›
Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay: 5-Star Overnight Cruise, Balcony Cabin
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Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay: 5-Star Overnight Cruise, Balcony Cabin★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (2,647)2dYou’ll float through Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay in a private balcony cabin with all meals included—kayak at quiet coves, try Tai Chi at sunrise on deck, join a Vietnamese cooking class and relax with live music after dinner. It’s peaceful but never dull; you’ll remember how it felt to wake up surrounded by water.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −18%fromUS$ 150View ›
Ha Long Bay Cruise: Small Group, Kayak & Cave, Cooking Class
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Ha Long Bay Cruise: Small Group, Kayak & Cave, Cooking Class★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (2,448)2dYou’ll float through Ha Long Bay’s limestone peaks on a small-group cruise, kayak into quiet corners, wander through Sung Sot Cave’s echoing chambers, and try rolling your own noodles at sunset. With fresh meals onboard and an unexpected herbal foot bath after karaoke, this overnight trip lets you slow down and really feel life on the bay.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −25%fromUS$ 124View ›
Ha Long Bay 5-Star Day Cruise: Titop Island, Cave & Jacuzzi
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Ha Long Bay 5-Star Day Cruise: Titop Island, Cave & Jacuzzi★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (1,988)12hYou get picked up from your Hanoi hotel early morning, driven to Tuan Chau Marina, then spend the day on a cruise exploring Ha Long Bay's limestone karsts, caves, and islands. You'll walk through Surprise Cave, kayak or row through Luon Cave, climb or swim at Titop Island, and end with a sunset party in the Jacuzzi before returning to your hotel by evening. The whole day—from pickup to drop-off—runs about 13 hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Ha Long Bay highlights in one full day without arranging your own transport, entrance tickets, and timing—the fixed schedule and included pickup handle all three, which is what makes a 13-hour day feel manageable rather than chaotic.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 39View ›
Ha Long Bay: Luxury Day Cruise, Caves & Titop Island Swim
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Ha Long Bay: Luxury Day Cruise, Caves & Titop Island Swim★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (1,943)6h–7hYou’ll find yourself floating past limestone towers on a luxury Ha Long Bay day cruise, picking up micro-moments: cool cave air on your skin, laughter echoing off stone during kayaking at Luon Cave, salt on your lips after swimming at Titop Island. With hotel pickup from Hanoi and lunch included, this trip leaves you quietly changed.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −24%fromUS$ 60View ›
Ha Long Bay: Day Cruise, Sung Sot Cave & Kayaking with Lunch
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Ha Long Bay: Day Cruise, Sung Sot Cave & Kayaking with Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (1,458)12h 15mYou’ll cruise through Ha Long Bay’s limestone islands with a local guide, kayak into Hang Luon Cave, explore Sung Sot Cave’s surreal formations, swim or hike at Ti Top Island, and share lunch on deck before heading back to Hanoi. Expect laughter, salt air, and one or two moments you’ll want to keep for yourself.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 38View ›
Ha Long Bay: 3-Day Au Co Cruise with Viet Hai Village & Caves
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Ha Long Bay: 3-Day Au Co Cruise with Viet Hai Village & Caves★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (1,112)2dYou’ll cycle or ride through peaceful Viet Hai village on Cat Ba Island, kayak beneath limestone cliffs at Trinh Nu Beach, visit Cua Van Floating Village by boat, and explore Sung Sot Cave’s vast chambers. All meals are included along with round-trip transfer from Hanoi — expect small moments of connection and plenty of time just watching the light shift across Ha Long Bay.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −100%fromUS$ 180View ›
Halong Bay 5-Star Day Trip from Hanoi: Cave & Kayak
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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 ›
Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island: 3-Day Kayaking & Trekking from Hanoi
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Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island: 3-Day Kayaking & Trekking from Hanoi★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (984)3dYou get picked up from your Hanoi hotel, driven to Ha Long, and board the Vega Legend cruise for two nights anchored in Lan Ha Bay's quieter waters. Days include kayaking through limestone channels and hidden lagoons, a moderate trek up Cat Ba Island's Ngu Lam peak with views across three bays, village cycling, and a cooking class. All meals, guide, kayak gear, and park entry are included; you return to Hanoi by mid-afternoon on day three.Is it for me?Pick this if you want the main Lan Ha and Cat Ba highlights without arranging your own transport, guide, meals, and park tickets—the fixed itinerary and small-group boat are what make it possible to see three different landscapes and a real village in three days without the stress of logistics.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-18%fromUS$ 295View ›
Ha Long Bay Cruise: Caves, Kayaking & Titop Island Swim
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Ha Long Bay Cruise: Caves, Kayaking & Titop Island Swim★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (906)12hYou’ll board your Ha Long Bay cruise straight from Hanoi’s Old Quarter with hotel pickup included. Explore Sung Sot Cave’s cool tunnels, kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave’s peaceful lagoon, then swim or hike for panoramic views at Titop Island—all with lunch on board and an easygoing local guide who keeps things real.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 39View ›
Ha Long Bay: 3-Day Luxury Cruise & Lan Ha Cycling
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Ha Long Bay: 3-Day Luxury Cruise & Lan Ha Cycling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.82 (858)3dYou board a new 6-star cruise at Tuan Chau Marina and spend three days kayaking through Lan Ha Bay, cycling a quiet village, swimming at hidden beaches, and learning to cook Vietnamese food in the ship's galley. All meals, activities, and two nights in a private-balcony cabin are included; the transfer from Hanoi is optional but worth booking if you don't have a rental car.Is it for me?Book this if you want three days on the water without arranging your own transport, meals, or activities — the fixed itinerary and all-inclusive pricing mean you arrive, board, and the rest is planned.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −16%fromUS$ 480View ›
Ha Long Bay 2-Day Cruise: Kayak, Cave & Cooking Class
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Ha Long Bay 2-Day Cruise: Kayak, Cave & Cooking Class★★★★★★★★★★ 4.86 (620)2dYou’ll wake up surrounded by Ha Long Bay’s limestone peaks, kayak near hidden pearl farms, wander through Sung Sot Cave with a local guide, and end your day sharing barbecue under starlight on deck. With hotel pickup from Hanoi included and only a handful of cabins onboard, this cruise feels personal — like you’re part of a small adventure rather than just another tour.Is it for me?Kayaking, cave exploration, and island visits all happen on this overnight cruise—your meals and transport are handled, and the small cabin count means you won't feel crowded.Free cancellationKids −25%fromUS$ 150View ›
Cat Ba to Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay: Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking
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Cat Ba to Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay: Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (593)9hYou start with hotel pickup from Hanoi at 6am, reach Cat Ba by 8:30am, then spend the day on a small-group boat moving between two UNESCO bays. Kayak through three caves, snorkel in calm lagoons, visit a working fishing village and fish farm, and eat fresh seafood lunch on deck. Life jackets, snorkel gear, and all entrance fees are included. The boat returns to Cat Ba in the late afternoon.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see both Lan Ha and Ha Long in one day without arranging boats, gear, or meals yourself — the fixed schedule and inclusions handle all of it. Plan for a full day out from 6am to evening, which is what makes covering two bays and three caves possible.Free cancellationKids −48%fromUS$ 35View ›
Ha Long Bay Day Tour from Hanoi with Kayaking & Lunch
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Ha Long Bay Day Tour from Hanoi with Kayaking & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (440)6h–10hYou’ll cruise Ha Long Bay from Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a local guide, kayak through Luon Cave, climb Titov Island for sweeping views, visit a pearl farm workshop, and share lunch onboard while meeting travelers from everywhere. Expect laughter, new tastes, and moments that stick with you long after you’re back in Hanoi.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 50View ›
Halong Bay & Lan Ha Cruise: Kayak, Caves & Cooking Class
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Halong Bay & Lan Ha Cruise: Kayak, Caves & Cooking Class★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (382)2dYou’ll wake up surrounded by Halong Bay’s limestone towers, kayak through Lan Ha’s quiet waters, taste fresh seafood at lunch, and try your hand at Vietnamese cooking with locals guiding you along the way. From sunrise Tai Chi to drifting through caves by bamboo boat, every part feels personal—like being let in on something locals have known forever.Free cancellationfromUS$ 189View ›
Ha Long Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi: Kayaking, Cave & Beach
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Ha Long Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi: Kayaking, Cave & Beach★★★★★★★★★★ 4.52 (257)6h–13hYou get picked up at your Hanoi hotel, transferred to Tuan Chau Marina, and spend six hours cruising Ha Long Bay with stops at Sung Sot Cave and Ti Top Island for swimming and hiking. Lunch, kayaking or bamboo boat rowing, and a sunset return are included. The bus drops you back at your hotel by evening, so you don't arrange transport, book separate cave entry, or figure out the day's timing yourself.Is it for me?Pick this if you're based in Hanoi and want the main Ha Long Bay sights — caves, islands, swimming — without arranging your own transport, cave tickets or timing; the fixed schedule and included pickup handle all three, which is what makes a full day on the water possible without a rental car.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 50View ›
Ha Long Bay: Luxury Day Cruise, Kayak & Sung Sot Cave
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Ha Long Bay: Luxury Day Cruise, Kayak & Sung Sot Cave★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (230)12hYou’ll sail Ha Long Bay’s blue-green waters on a luxury day cruise with buffet lunch, kayak through Luon Cave, wander inside Sung Sot Cave’s cool chambers, and climb TiTop Island for those unreal views. With an English-speaking guide and all logistics sorted—including pickup from Hanoi—you’ll get both comfort and small surprises along the way.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −18%fromUS$ 26View ›
Ha Long Bay: Cruise Day Tour, Surprise Cave & Titop Island
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Ha Long Bay: Cruise Day Tour, Surprise Cave & Titop Island★★★★★★★★★★ 4.86 (229)6h–13hYou’ll kayak through Luon Cave’s calm waters, wander deep into Surprise Cave’s chambers, feast on fresh seafood aboard your boat, and hike up Titop Island for wild views over Ha Long Bay. With an easy pickup from Hanoi and a local guide who keeps things lively, you’ll pack two days’ worth of highlights into one full day—leaving with more stories than you expected.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 30View ›
Halong Bay: 6-Hour Cruise, Kayaking & Titop Island Day Trip
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Halong Bay: 6-Hour Cruise, Kayaking & Titop Island Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.86 (228)10h–12hYou’ll cruise through Halong Bay’s limestone towers, kayak or float by bamboo boat into quiet coves, wander through Sung Sot Cave’s cool chambers, and climb—or just relax—on Titop Island’s sandy beach. With hotel pickup from Hanoi and a fresh seafood lunch included, this day trip is all about small surprises and those little moments you’ll remember later.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 56View ›
Hanoi to Ha Long Bay: 2-Day Cruise, Caves & Titop Island
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Hanoi to Ha Long Bay: 2-Day Cruise, Caves & Titop Island★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (208)16h–18hYou’ll drift through Ha Long Bay’s limestone cliffs on an overnight cruise from Hanoi with all meals included, swim or climb at Titop Island, kayak near pearl farms, and try your hand at making Vietnamese spring rolls before heading back—expect laughter with your guide and sunrise views you’ll remember.Instant confirmationKids −19%fromUS$ 200View ›
Cat Ba, Lan Ha Bay & Monkey Island: Full-Day Boat Tour
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Cat Ba, Lan Ha Bay & Monkey Island: Full-Day Boat Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (149)8h–9hYou’ll float through Lan Ha Bay’s maze of limestone islands by boat with a local guide, kayak into quiet corners near Tai Keo Cave, bike into Viet Hai Village for a quirky fish foot massage, then end your day swimming off Monkey Island or sipping tea as sunset colors shift around you. It’s equal parts adventure and slow moments you’ll want to hold onto.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −26%fromUS$ 22View ›
Ha Long Bay Day Cruise: Buffet, Kayak & Cave from Hanoi
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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 ›
Lan Ha Bay & Ha Long Bay Cruise: Infinity Pool, Cooking Class, Kayak
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Lan Ha Bay & Ha Long Bay Cruise: Infinity Pool, Cooking Class, Kayak★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (141)2dYou’ll float through Lan Ha Bay & Ha Long Bay on a modern cruise ship with your own balcony suite, kayak hidden lagoons, try Vietnamese cooking classes, swim in an infinity pool overlooking limestone cliffs, and wake up to sunrise Tai Chi on deck—each moment shaped by small gestures from local guides or new friends you meet along the way.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 190View ›
Halong Bay Day Tour: Luxury Cruise With Cave & Island Stops
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Halong Bay Day Tour: Luxury Cruise With Cave & Island Stops★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (136)11h–12hA full-day cruise from Hanoi to Halong Bay on a five-star luxury vessel with an English-speaking guide, covering Surprise Cave, Titop Island and a kayaking run through Luon Cave. The itinerary holds six hours on the water, hotel pickup and drop-off, buffet lunch with seafood, and entry to both major stops. Sunset drinks and snacks round out the afternoon before the return drive to Hanoi.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see the limestone formations and caves of Halong Bay without arranging transport, timing or entry yourself—the cruise, guide and all stops are coordinated into a single day from Hanoi.Free cancellationKids −25%fromUS$ 62View ›
Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge Day Trip with Lunch & Guide
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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: Full Day Cruise & Sung Sot Cave from Port
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Ha Long Bay: Full Day Cruise & Sung Sot Cave from Port★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (130)7hYou board at the cruise port, spend eight hours on a full-day Ha Long Bay cruise that includes Sung Sot Cave, kayaking or bamboo boat through Luon Cave, swimming at Titop Beach, and a Vietnamese lunch on board. Port pickup and drop-off are included, and an English-speaking guide is with you the whole time. The schedule is timed so you're back before your ship leaves.Is it for me?Book this if you're docked at Ha Long and want the main sights — caves, kayaking, beach time — without arranging a private boat or worrying about missing your ship. The fixed return time is what makes it work for cruise passengers.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −40%fromUS$ 75View ›
Ha Long Bay Day Cruise Route 2: Caves, Kayaking & Sunset Party
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Ha Long Bay Day Cruise Route 2: Caves, Kayaking & Sunset Party★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (129)12hYou board at Tuan Chau Marina at 11:30am and spend the afternoon on Route 2, the less-crowded path through Ha Long Bay. You swim or climb Titop Island, walk through Surprise Cave, eat a seafood buffet onboard, and watch the sunset with wine and fruit. Optional kayaking into Luon Cave adds 30–40 minutes if you want it. An English-speaking guide handles the logistics, and you're back on land by evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Ha Long Bay highlights—swimming, caves, views—without the full-day commitment or the crowds that come with the standard route. The fixed itinerary and included lunch mean you're not arranging transport, food, or timing yourself.Free cancellationKids −22%fromUS$ 26View ›
Ha Long Bay: Emeraude Cruise 2-Day Tour with Cave & Island
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Ha Long Bay: Emeraude Cruise 2-Day Tour with Cave & Island★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (116)2dYou’ll float through Ha Long Bay’s limestone maze on an overnight cruise—swim or hike Ti Top Island, taste local food on deck at sunset, kayak near floating villages, and wander through Sung Sot Cave’s echoing halls. With all meals included and a local guide leading the way, it’s a trip that lingers long after you’re back on shore.Free cancellationfromUS$ 119View ›
Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay Cruise: Caves, Kayak & Island Hike
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Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay Cruise: Caves, Kayak & Island Hike★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (100)6h–12hYou’ll cruise through Ha Long Bay’s limestone islands with a local guide, explore Sung Sot Cave’s vast chambers after climbing its stone steps, paddle beneath cliffs into Luon Cave’s peaceful lagoon by kayak or bamboo boat, then swim or hike on Titov Island before relaxing with lunch on deck—all with pickup from Hanoi included.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 33View ›
Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha: Luxury Day Cruise with Kayaking & Lunch
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Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha: Luxury Day Cruise with Kayaking & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (99)7h–8hYou board a 199-seat luxury ship at Halong City's Tuan Chau Marina and spend 7.5 hours exploring Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay with a local guide. The day includes Vietnamese lunch with a bay view, a bamboo boat ride through Bright Cave, time to kayak or swim in the Ao Ech area, a spring roll cooking demo, and a sunset party on deck. Hotel pickup from the Halong area is available; otherwise, you make your own way to the marina by 9:45 AM.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay highlights in one day without arranging separate transport, entry fees, lunch and activities — the fixed itinerary and included guide handle all of that, leaving you to focus on the water and the limestone.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −18%fromUS$ 89View ›
Ha Long Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi: Surprising Cave & Titov Island
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Ha Long Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi: Surprising Cave & Titov Island★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (88)12hYou’ll board a day cruise from Hanoi into Ha Long Bay’s limestone maze, explore Surprising Cave’s cool chambers, kayak or take a bamboo boat at Luon Cave lagoon, then climb Titov Island for panoramic bay views before heading back—still carrying that salty breeze with you.Free cancellationfromUS$ 26View ›
Lan Ha Bay & Ha Long: Full Day Boat Trip with Kayak & Lunch
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Lan Ha Bay & Ha Long: Full Day Boat Trip with Kayak & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.63 (70)8hYou’ll float through Lan Ha Bay past Cai Beo village, kayak under rock arches into quiet lagoons, swim at wild beaches and share a fresh Vietnamese lunch on deck. Expect laughter with your local guide and moments of real calm between adventures—this day trip leaves you lighter than you arrived.Free cancellation-10%fromUS$ 24View ›
Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay from Cat Ba: 3 caves and swimming
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Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay from Cat Ba: 3 caves and swimming★★★★★★★★★★ 4.77 (62)8hA full-day boat trip from Cat Ba takes you to Lan Ha Bay and the southern edge of Ha Long Bay, where you kayak through three tunnel caves, swim at multiple beaches, and dive to see coral reefs. The boat picks you up from your hotel at 7:30 am, returns you by late afternoon, and includes lunch cooked on board, all kayak gear, masks and dry bags, and entrance fees; an English or Vietnamese-speaking guide leads the group.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to visit multiple secluded beaches and paddle through caves in a single day—the itinerary combines both activities in one trip, whereas most options focus on one or the other.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 27View ›
Ha Long Bay: Luxury Catamaran Cruise & Kayaking from Hanoi
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Ha Long Bay: Luxury Catamaran Cruise & Kayaking from Hanoi★★★★★★★★★★ 4.74 (50)6h–12hYou're picked up from Hanoi, driven to Ha Long Bay, and board a luxury catamaran for six hours of cruising, kayaking, and swimming in Lan Ha Bay. Lunch, a cooking demonstration, and a sunset tea ceremony are included, along with entrance fees and the return drive to Hanoi. The whole day, door to door, runs from early morning until around 9 PM.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in Hanoi and want to see Ha Long Bay without renting a car or coordinating multiple bookings — the catamaran, lunch, activities, and round-trip transport are all arranged, and the small-group format means you move at a pace that lets you actually swim and kayak instead of just passing through.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 98View ›
Bai Tu Long Bay Overnight Cruise from Hanoi & Kayaking
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Bai Tu Long Bay Overnight Cruise from Hanoi & Kayaking★★★★★★★★★★ 4.78 (46)2dYou get picked up from your Hanoi hotel, driven to the wharf, and board a private cruise into Bai Tu Long Bay for two nights. Your days include kayaking through limestone formations, swimming, a visit to either Thien Canh Son Cave or a fishing village, tai chi at sunrise, a cooking class, and meals on board. The boat returns you to Hanoi by late afternoon on day three, with cabin, guide, and all food included in the price.Is it for me?Right for travelers leaving Hanoi who want the bay without arranging a dozen separate bookings — the pickup, the boat, the meals, and the guide all move together, which is what makes two nights away from the city actually restful instead of logistically exhausting.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 183View ›
Ha Long Bay Day Trip from Hanoi: Sung Sot Cave & Kayaking
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Ha Long Bay Day Trip from Hanoi: Sung Sot Cave & Kayaking★★★★★★★★★★ 4.13 (45)8h–12hYou're picked up from your Hanoi hotel at 7:30am and driven 2.5 hours to Ha Long Bay, where you board a cruise boat and spend five hours visiting Sung Sot Cave, kayaking around limestone karsts, swimming at Titop Island, and eating lunch on the water. Afternoon tea and a return bus ride get you back to Hanoi by 9:30pm. All entrance fees, transport, meals, and an English guide are included.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to see Ha Long Bay's main highlights—caves, islands, kayaking—in one day without arranging your own transport, tickets, or timing. The fixed schedule and included meals mean you show up at your hotel, and the rest is handled.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 60View ›
Ha Long Bay day cruise: Sung Sot Cave, kayaking, Titov Island
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Ha Long Bay day cruise: Sung Sot Cave, kayaking, Titov Island★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (20)7h–13hA day cruise through Ha Long Bay with an English-speaking guide, departing from Tuan Chau harbor at 10:30 and returning by 17:45. You explore Sung Sot Cave (the largest in the bay), kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, climb partway up Titov Island, and swim between stops. Lunch is a buffet on board; the sunset party on deck includes tea, coffee, fruit and free use of the outdoor jacuzzi. Pickup from Hanoi hotels or a meeting point is available as an add-on; children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this cruise if you want the main Ha Long Bay sights—caves, islands, the limestone landscape—without arranging boats, guides or transport yourself. The fixed schedule means you're on the water by 10:30 and back by evening, so the day holds together. If you're staying in Hanoi, add the round-trip transfer and the whole day is handled; if you're already in Ha Long, book the cruise alone and finish at the harbor.Free cancellationfromUS$ 70View ›
Ha Long Bay: 2-Day Cruise with Titop Island & Sung Sot Cave
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Ha Long Bay: 2-Day Cruise with Titop Island & Sung Sot Cave★★★★★★★★★★ 4.71 (17)2dYou board a 14-cabin cruise at midday, settle into a private cabin, and spend two days moving between limestone islands, caves, and swimming spots. Day one includes the Pearl Farm, Titop Island hiking and swimming, and an optional cooking class; day two takes you through Sung Sot Cave before returning to Hanoi by mid-afternoon. Meals, kayaking, entry fees, and the guide are all included, so you show up and the logistics are done.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Ha Long Bay's main attractions — caves, islands, swimming — without arranging separate boat tickets, transport, or meals; the two-night format means you're not rushing the experience, and the small cabin count keeps the boat intimate enough to feel like a real journey.Free cancellationKids −20%fromUS$ 125View ›
2-day Ha Long Bay kayaking from Hanoi: Lan Ha Bay cruise
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2-day Ha Long Bay kayaking from Hanoi: Lan Ha Bay cruise★★★★★★★★★★ 4.42 (12)2dA 2-day cruise from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay with overnight accommodation in a modern luxury cabin, featuring kayaking in Lan Ha Bay, a cooking demonstration on the second morning, and visits to Dark & Bright Cave. The itinerary includes hotel pickup from Hanoi, all meals, an English-speaking guide, and activities like Tai Chi at sunrise, squid fishing, and swimming in the bay's clear waters.Is it for me?You board and stay aboard the whole time—no separate hotel nights, no arranging transport to the bay, no hunting for restaurants. The 2-day length lets you kayak, cook, fish and watch two sunrises without rushing, and the cabin with a balcony means you wake to the karst landscape instead of leaving it behind each night.Instant confirmationKids −17%fromUS$ 189View ›
Ha Long Bay: 6-Hour Cruise, Sung Sot Cave & Ti Top Island
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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 ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 48 of the 50 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. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Overnight Cruise Kayak Lan Ha Bay Cat Ba: 2 Days 1 Night is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.97 out of 5 across 3,918 reviews.

Are private options available?

Yes, 3 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.

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