Halong Bay day tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city
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Is Halong Bay day tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city worth booking?
Halong Bay day tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city is a 9-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $13 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (18)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $13 per person
4 hours boat tour to visit the striking, passages uninhabited islets and outcrops have been given imaginative names by the locals, due to their perceived shapes, including Cock Fighting and Thumb, Dog, Fire, Incense Burn
What you get
- All Fees and Taxes (For group tours 310.000d/person entrance fee not inclusive)
- Lunch (Seafood + Vietnamese food) or Vegetarian or to your diet. Not applied for Group from Halong
- Round-trip air-conditioned transfer. Pick up 3 kms radius from port for Option from Halong city
- Our boat: 01 Large & beautiful sundeck w sun loungers , 01 restaurant, 1 clean kitchen, 2 toilets
- Kayaking or bamboo boat at Ba Hang Cave (Customer brings extra cloths and towel if choose to kayak)
About this experience
4 hours boat tour to visit the striking, passages uninhabited islets and outcrops have been given imaginative names by the locals, due to their perceived shapes, including Cock Fighting and Thumb, Dog, Fire, Incense Burner... while enjoy Vietnamese mouth-watering lunch on boat. - A boat tour starts from Halong city for your convenience. An Afternoon Tea on the Sundeck of the cruise will surely give a special moment to tourists in the World heritage of Vietnam - A new 7 Wonders of the Modern World.
What's included
Included
- All Fees and Taxes (For group tours 310.000d/person entrance fee not inclusive)
- Lunch (Seafood + Vietnamese food) or Vegetarian or to your diet. Not applied for Group from Halong
- Round-trip air-conditioned transfer. Pick up 3 kms radius from port for Option from Halong city
- Our boat: 01 Large & beautiful sundeck w sun loungers , 01 restaurant, 1 clean kitchen, 2 toilets
- Kayaking or bamboo boat at Ba Hang Cave (Customer brings extra cloths and towel if choose to kayak)
Not included
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- 310,000d Government Entrance fee to Halong bay (Group tour only)
- Surcharge: 8USD more per person on the lunar New year holiday (30/12& 1.2.3/1 every Lunar new year)
- TEMPORARY 80.000d surcharge for double diezel due to the war. Remove when oil goes back 60$/barrel
What you'll see and do
Hanoi
Private tour starts @9.30 AM we pick up at your hotel lobby anywhere in Hanoi city. Group tour start pick up from 8h00 to 8h30 AM at your hotel in Hanoi lobby in Hanoi Old Quarter (Hoan Kiem district). If your hotel is outside we pick up 8h50 -9h00 at the Opera House front. Drive to Halong bay via high-speed way 2.5 hours. If you book group option starting from Halong city, we pick up 3 kms radius from our port from 7h00 to 7h40 Am or at our meeting point at 7h30 AM.
150 minutes here
Hon Ga Choi Island
The cruise starts together with lunch and the first place to visit Famous rock which is the symbol of Halong
Pass by without stopping
Dong Thien Cung
13h45: Visit the Thien Cung cave of Dau Go Island in Halong bay within 50 minutes. The walk route includes around 200 steps up and 200 steps down together with a walking path of 400m inside the cave.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Hon Dinh Huong Island
The boat cruise around to Dinh Huong islet - then we start the bamboo boat row or a 35 minutes kayak (Fee exclusive in group tour) (Extra cloths needed) inside the area of Ba Hang fishing village. We start to cruise back to the port.
Pass by without stopping
End the boat tour at around 4h20 PM at the cruise harbor For travelers book the 12h duration tour, kindly wait at the reception for the shuttle to go back at 5h30 PM. 19h00 for private or 20h30 for group tour: We return to start point. End of the tour. We wish you a great time in Vietnam.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Group start from Halong City
Lunch & entrance fee exclusive: Lunch: 150.000d Fee: 310.000d shared with other people ONLY WHEN YOU ARE IN HALONG: Book only when you are already in Halong city (near our port) - 160kms from Hanoi. If you are in Hanoi, Pls book the other. Classic Wooden boat Pick up inclusive: Pick up inclusive in Halong city center 3 kms radius from Halong International cruise port Pickup included
Group tour from Hanoi
shared with other people Duration: 12 hours Group tour from Hanoi: Shuttle 2 ways and lunch inclusive. Exclusive Halong bay entry 310.000d/person Pick up: Old Quarter (Hoan Kiem district) Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- vi, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Vietnam Tour Tailor Company
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vietnam Tour Tailor LTD has zero negotiation and tolerance for review abusement to gain personal profit on tour. Any of these would need to our legal action to protect our trademark. Customer has right to review but also has obligation to read all tour details and follow the option booked. If anybody just wants to travel for free, we are not the one to deal with .
- Please prepare 310.000d cash to give our guide at tour start to buy government entry tickets. We do not own it or do government ticket business. Credit card payment for Entry fee is added 10% VAT tax + bank fee. If you book option from Halong city no lunch and want lunch, another 150.000d (6$) is needed to prepare.,
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for Halong Bay day tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Travelled on Sunlight...
Travelled on Sunlight Grand with Mr Tung, who’s very friendly. The tour was well-planned and there’s an extra speed boat option on top of kayaking/ bamboo boat, which was fun. Make sure your group have enough stamina for hiking if you want the best view!
via Viator
excellent and enjoyable...
excellent and enjoyable cruise, thoroughly enjoyed, great company great value. well worth the trip..
via Viator
Magical Experience
Our Ha Long Bay tour was nothing short of spectacular. From start to finish, everything was seamlessly organized, and the experience exceeded all expectations. The tour guide was warm, attentive, and knowledgeable, sharing fascinating stories about the bay's history and legends.
via Tripadvisor
Our tour guide Alex did a...
Our tour guide Alex did a great job in bringing my group to Ha Long Bay. We have learned a lot about Vietnamese history and culture.
via Viator
Better than expected
Very well organized. Excellent Bus, efficient program, good value for money. Tour guide Toan and driver Nam made the tour a smooth experience. Nice little cruise boat and for what we paid for the tour we were surprised how much food we got. I can certainly recommend the tour.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $13 to $30
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Halong Bay day tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Halong Bay day tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city cost?
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Prices start at $13 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 tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city take?
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Plan for about 9 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 tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 18 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 tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city?
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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 tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Halong Bay day tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city?
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Around 6 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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Halong Bay day tour 4 hours Cruise from Hanoi city 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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