Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch
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Is Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch worth booking?
Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch is a 12-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $61 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 22 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (22)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $61 per person
✔️ Transfer by Limousine Bus - Max 20Pax Via New Express Highway ✔️ Join Most Interesting Activities: Kayaking or Bamboo boat, Swiming... ✔️ Enjoy Vietnamese traditional Lunch with Buffet ✔️ Visit Sung Sot Cave - A most
What you get
- 1 Small bottles of water on bus.
- All Sightseeing & Entrance Fee Tickets
- Lunch
- Kayaking or Bamboo Boat, Climb up
- Pick-up and and drop off at your hotel by Limousine Bus in Hanoi Old Quarter area
- 6 Hours Boat Trip on Deluxe Cruise
About this experience
✔️ Transfer by Limousine Bus - Max 20Pax Via New Express Highway ✔️ Join Most Interesting Activities: Kayaking or Bamboo boat, Swiming... ✔️ Enjoy Vietnamese traditional Lunch with Buffet ✔️ Visit Sung Sot Cave - A most nicest and biggest cave in Halong Bay ✔️ Visit Titop Island, Trekking Titop Peak for taking photos with panoramic view of the bay.
What's included
Included
- 1 Small bottles of water on bus.
- All Sightseeing & Entrance Fee Tickets
- Lunch
- Kayaking or Bamboo Boat, Climb up
- Pick-up and and drop off at your hotel by Limousine Bus in Hanoi Old Quarter area
- 6 Hours Boat Trip on Deluxe Cruise
- English speaking guide during trip.
Not included
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Hanoi
7:40 – 08:10: Our guide and bus come to pick up at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Halong Bay via highway (2.5 hours, stop ~20 minutes to restroom) (Option Pick up Hanoi). Arrival Tuan Chau Port at noon, cruise through the turquoise waters and admire the rock formations, islets: Incense, Bunner, Cock Fighting... Soak in the breathtaking surroundings while enjoying a Vietnamese Lunch on cruise.
Pass by without stopping
Hạ Long Bay
✔️ 11.20am - 11.40am: Arrival Tuan Chau island,Check on Boat and have Vietnamese traditional Lunch with seafood while cruising though the amazing rocks: Insence Bunner, Stone Dog, Cock fighting … ✔️ Travelers visit Halong Bay for an up-close look at its amazing limestone islands, rock formations and caves. Whittled away over centuries by wind and water, they’re breathtaking.
360 minutes here
Sung Sot Cave
✔️ 13.00pm: Explore the longest,biggest and the most beautiful grotto of Ha Long bay(Sung Sot Cave - Surprising Grotto). ✔️ " Sung Sot cave is the largest, perhaps the most renowned, and likely the most visited of all. "
45 minutes here · Admission included
Hang Luon Cave
Luon Cave has been named among the most amazing tourist attractions in Halong Bay. Those who enjoy kayaking will find this to be the perfect destination because of the poetry landscape of the majestic mountains and their combination of water, clouds, and cliffs.
45 minutes here · Admission included
✔️ Otherewise the beach on the island is one of the most organised in all of Halong Bay for tourists, with deck chairs, cool drinks, souvenirs, and fresh water showers available. ✔️ You can swim or sunbathe, or spend some time relaxing in deck chair, sipping on a coconut and people watching. "
45 minutes here
✔️ 15.45pm: Visit Titop island: ✔️ Swimming on the beach. ✔️ Trekking Titop peak for taking photos with panoramic view of the bay. ✔️ " TiTop Island where you can do Swimming or Climbing up to the top of the island where there is a best place to overview the beauty of Ha Long bay. With a beneficial reason: for many this is one of the highlights of their Halong Bay experience. Even more, after climbing, you can reward yourself with a cool, refreshing dip in the waters of Halong Bay.
60 minutes here
Hanoi
20.30pm - 21.00pm: Arrive back at your hotel in the Old Quarter.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
✔ 07:40m - 08:05am : We will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Center . If customer stay outside Hanoi Old Quarter Center, Please should be ready at our office at 07.40am to join the tour - Address : 33 Ngo Huyen Str, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
✔ 07:40m - 08:05am : We will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Center . If customer stay outside Hanoi Old Quarter Center, Please should be ready at our office at 07.40am to join the tour - Address : 33 Ngo Huyen Str, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Hanoi Explore Travel
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Camera
- Sunblock cream & sunglasses
- Umbrella or raincoat
- Appropriate clothing for the season
- Do not wear shorts when visiting temple
- Swimming suits
- Hiking shoes
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 22 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
22 verified traveler reviews for Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Halong Bay Day Tour
Amazing agency! They have helped me find the best Halong Bay package for my family! Great experience! Highly recommended!
via Tripadvisor
Unique and highly informative
It was a surreal experience. We were picked up from our hotel and the driver was really professional and nice. The car was comfortable and the tour guide super informative. We thoroughly enjoyed the cruise, lunch and kayaking. Highly recommended.
via Tripadvisor
day to halong bay
Amazing experience from the team and Robert hung . Recommended for family friends and couples. Also food was very good and tasty
via Tripadvisor
Ha long bay tour
Nice tour guide who could give a lot of information. The boat trip was great, with some amazing views and stops along the way. Would recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Should visit once if in Vietnam.
The location is so beautiful. Team is very helpful and supportive. Enjoyed a lot with family. Clicked so many beautiful pictures.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $61 to $65
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $61 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.
Is Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 22 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Halong Bay Day Cruise 6 Hours with Kayaking Swimming Buffet Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hanoi?
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On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hanoi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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