From Hanoi: 2-Day Ha Long Bay Boat Tour
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Take an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay with pickup from Hanoi Old Quarter. Be in awe of incredible rock formations set in shimmering waters. Check out caves and islands or lounge on the sun deck.
Highlights
- Cruise through turquoise waters with picturesque views of paradise
- Feel worlds away as you sail through towering limestone islands
- Get off the boat to visit Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and Luon Cave
- Learn how to make local cuisine and attempt to make a spring roll
- Enjoy the chance to go night fishing, sing karaoke, or kayak in the bay
Description
Day 1: Hanoi to Ha Long Bay
Get picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and have a short break on the way to Tuan Chau Harbor. Board the ship and enjoy a welcome drink as you get a brief introduction to the cruise and hear about the safety guidelines. Afterward, check in to your cabin.
Once settled, have lunch while cruising in the magnificent Ha Long Bay. Admire fascinating rock formations as you float toward the Sung Sot Cave. Then, hop off the boat and explore Titop Island, known for its viewpoint and a place to swim on the beach.
Rejoin the cruise and choose to take a shower, relax on the sundeck, or watch the sunset while lounging or drinking a cocktail. Shortly after, your sunset party and cooking class will begin. After learning how to make fresh spring rolls, have dinner in the middle of the bay.
Conclude your evening with some night fishing, karaoke singing, or retire early back to your cabin.
Day 2: Ha Long Bay to Hanoi
Wake up early to breathe in the fresh air and enjoy breakfast before taking a cruise to Bohon Island. Visit Luon Cave by bamboo boat or kayak. Return to the ship and check out of your cabin. Have lunch on the return journey to Tuan Chau Harbor.
From the harbor board a bus which will take you back to Hanoi and reach the old quarter in the late afternoon.
Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hanoi Old Quarter (if option selected)
Guide
Boat cruise
Double, triple, or twin shared room (air-conditioning on the boat is turned on from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
Entry tickets
Meals onboard (3 main meals and 1 breakfast)
Toiletries
Kayaking
Fishing equipment
Karaoke
Sunset party
Cooking class
Complimentary bottled water in your cabin
Value Added Tax.
Important Information
- Free Wi-Fi is offered but the connection in the bay is sometimes not good
A surcharge of $45 will be required to be paid in cash if you need 1 private cabin for you only (solo traveler)
A surcharge of 25 US$ per person applies for travel on certain holidays. These Christmas Day (December 24, 2025), New year (December 31.2025).
In case of any cancellation due to bad weather or other tour operations, you should directly contact GetYourGuide
Air-conditioning on the boat is turned on from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund