Ha Long Bay Cruise: Caves, Kayaking & Swimming (Standard/Luxury)

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Ha Long Bay Cruise: Caves, Kayaking & Swimming (Standard/Luxury)
Choose between 2 Cruise options: • STANDARD CRUISE: Traditional Vietnamese Set Menu Lunch • LUXURY CRUISE: Buffet Lunch & Jacuzzi for added comfort and relaxation. Escape the hustle of Hanoi and discover the stunning beauty of Ha Long Bay on a small-group tour. Cruise through emerald waters surrounded by dramatic limestone karsts, explore hidden caves, and enjoy a delicious Vietnamese Lunch onboard. Round-trip transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter are available with selected options. Enjoy fascinating insights from a professional local guide Main Highlights: • TITOP ISLAND – Swim, relax on the beach, or hike to the summit for breathtaking panoramic views of Ha Long Bay • LUON CAVE – Explore a peaceful lagoon by kayak or traditional bamboo boat, surrounded by limestone cliffs Speedboat rides are available for an additional fee • SUNG SOT CAVE – Discover Ha Long Bay’s most famous cave, renowned for its spectacular stalactites & stalagmites All entrance fees included (except speedboat).
Free cancellation Pickup included

What's included

  • Kayaking or Bamboo Boat
  • English-speaking guide
  • LUNCH
  • ENTRANCE_FEES
  • PUBLIC_TRANSPORTATION
  • 1 bottle of water on the bus (only included if transfer option selected when booking)

What's not included

  • ALCOHOLIC_BEVERAGES
  • Tips for tour guide, driver, and personal expenses.
  • Other things are not mentioned in Program.

Itinerary

  1. Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave) : The largest and most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay, famous for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites. ▶This visit involves 40–60 minutes of walking, including stairs. Guests with mobility issues may relax on the boat. ▶As the cave entrance is narrow and there is only one way in, queues may be required during busy periods. Please follow your guide, stay in line, and avoid pushing or overtaking other visitors. (50 min) Admission included
  2. Titop Island : Free time to swim at the beach, relax on the island, or hike to the top for a panoramic view of the bay. Boats are not allowed to anchor at Titop Island. After dropping guests off, the boat must temporarily leave the area. The boat will return to pick you up at the scheduled time. Please follow the guide’s instructions and return to the pier on time for pick-up. (45 min) Admission included
  3. Hang Luon (Luon Cave) : You can choose to go kayaking (2 people per kayak), enjoy a bamboo boat ride (10–12 people per boat), or simply relax on board . ▶Children over 10 years old and taller than 130 cm (both conditions required) may kayak only when accompanied by a parent. For safety reasons, kayaking is limited to adults under 100 kg. ▶Speedboat is optional and not included. Extra fee is paid on the spot if you choose it. (30 min) Admission included

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Applies only to travelers who booked the "Meet at Port" option. Please be ready at the meeting point by 11:35 AM. Your tour guide will meet you between 11:35 AM and 11:50 AM. As the cruise departs on schedule, we are unable to wait for late arrivals.
End point
Applies only to travelers who booked the "Meet at Port" option. Please be ready at the meeting point by 11:35 AM. Your tour guide will meet you between 11:35 AM and 11:50 AM. As the cruise departs on schedule, we are unable to wait for late arrivals.

Practical information

Operated by
Real Vietnam Travel
Max group size
60 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
vi, en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • To help protect the environment, single-use plastic bottles are not permitted in Ha Long Bay. We encourage guests to bring a reusable water bottle if they prefer not to purchase drinks onboard.
  • Fri–Sun: Drop-off may be near your hotel due to walking streets.
  • Tours may be delayed, canceled, or depart later due to weather or unforeseen conditions
  • Travelling with friends or family but booked separately? Please let us know in advance, and we will do our best to ensure your group travels together.
  • Children over 10 years old (over 130 cm, meeting both conditions) can kayak only with a parent.
  • Kayaking is only suitable for adults under 100 kg for safety reasons.
  • ( Children aged 3–7: Please bring the child's original passport for the child entrance fee. Otherwise, the adult fee applies. No copies accepted. )

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 12 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.