Halong Bay Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi
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5.0/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Halong Bay Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi worth booking?
Halong Bay Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi is a 11-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $43 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $43 per person
Our day trip leads you to the famous Halong Bay and through the most attractive areas of the Tonkin Golf. Our well-designed cruising route offers you an excellent opportunity to see the most beautiful high points, in and
What you get
About this experience
Our day trip leads you to the famous Halong Bay and through the most attractive areas of the Tonkin Golf. Our well-designed cruising route offers you an excellent opportunity to see the most beautiful high points, in and around the water of the World Heritage site, in a very relaxed way
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Halong Bay Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The best tour guide in Vietnam
My favourite part of the trip was Luan, the tour guide. He was an exceptional guide and made the whole experience better than expected. The views are amazing, weather permitting.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience in a small group of 11 ppl
The trip was great. My family got picked up by a limousine bus there and back. The boat belonged to Genesis tour company, and it was in a great state. The food was good, the atmosphere. My family enjoyed a lot. The staff member, Steven, was very responsive and flexible to all my questions and inquiries on tours. My family did 2 tours with them: Mai Chau (wasn't great) and Halong Bay (was great) However, he was unprofessional at times. He mentioned that I was beautiful (without actually seeing my picture) and my voice was great after sending him a voice message and despite saying that it was unprofessional he didn't stop :( Otherwise, I would totally recommend the tour.
Response from the operator: On behalf of Vietnam Travel Top, we would like to say “Thank you so much” for being our customer. Reading your lovely comment about your holiday in Vietnam makes us very happy and proud of what we are doing. All your feelings are big motivation for our company. We hope that we will have chance to show you more about our beautiful Vietnam. Best Regards, Vietnam Travel Top Team.
via Tripadvisor
Halong bay one night trip
This time I went on a full-day cruise tour of Ha Long Bay with a friend on a group tour. The food was so delicious, I couldn't eat it enough. The tour guide was also very kind and humorous, entertaining us. However, the toilet and shower on the ship were a bit old and the water was not running well.
Response from the operator: We would like to express our sincere thanks for sharing your experience when you was travelling with us. To make sure that everything run smoothly as your trip did, our team was very hard working from email, consult, operate and follow up from head to the tail of your trip. Your satisfaction is the biggest gift for our team effort. It was truly an honor having you as our guest, and we hope we soon will be able to welcome you again on your next adventure. Wish you, your family and your friends are happy and healthy, prosperity! Best regards, Vietnam Travel Top Team!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Great.
Very great tour guide, very serious to explain Any questions can be reflected with him Guides will tell jokes and interact with everyone The whole trip can't be relaxed. Transfer from hotel to return hotel Neither of us are happy. Dining on board is possible The accommodation room on the boat is a little small One must choose a balcony Can relax and stay
Response from the operator: On behalf of Vietnam Travel Top, we would like to say “Thank you so much” for being our customer. Reading your lovely comment about your holiday in Vietnam makes us very happy and proud of what we are doing. All your feelings are big motivation for our company. We hope that we will have chance to show you more about our beautiful Vietnam. Best Regards, Vietnam Travel Top Team.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Really relaxing, tour guide (disruptive) is funny
It is really relaxing, the guide is funny, the meal is delicious, the whole trip is good, the servants on the boat are also serious about each passenger.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your review about Us. Our team are so happy to know that you had great experience in your trip with us. We are so happy when you said you were satisfied with our services. Please kindly recommend us to others. It was truly an honor having you as our guest, and we hope we soon will be able to welcome you again on your next adventure. Wish you, your family and your friends are happy and healthy, prosperity! Warmest Regards Vietnam Travel Team!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Halong Bay Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Halong Bay Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi cost?
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Prices start at $43 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 Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi take?
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Plan for about 11 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 Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 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 Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi?
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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 Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Halong Bay Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi?
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Around 2 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 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Halong Bay Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking from Hanoi 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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