
Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 83 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch worth booking?
Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch is a 6-hour experience in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, from $49 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 83 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (83)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $49 per person
- Travel with local English Speaking Guide - Modern & luxurious cruise design - Long and unique cuisine experience – 6 hours - Authentic cuisine experience - Interesting activities Kayaking/bamboo boat, Caving - Serve Buffet Lunch
What you get
About this experience
- Travel with local English Speaking Guide - Modern & luxurious cruise design - Long and unique cuisine experience – 6 hours - Authentic cuisine experience - Interesting activities Kayaking/bamboo boat, Caving - Serve Buffet Lunch
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Activities: Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Visit a Cave, Insurance on Boat
- All Fees and Taxes
- Select 7:00am travel with VIP Cruise, Select 8:00am travel with normal cruise
Not included
- Private transportation
- Limousine Van From Hanoi to the Harbour cost 20US$/2ways/person, Shuttle bus: 15US$/2ways/person
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Hanoi
THERE ARE 2 OPTS IN OUR PRICE OPT 1: START FROM 7:00AM IT IS USED FOR VIP CRUISE OPT 2: START FROM 8:00AM, IT IS USED FOR NORMAL CRUISE • 8.00-9.00 AM: Master Day Cruises Tour Guide and driver pick up you from Hotel then driver through express way to Ha Long Bay ( If you book the transfer service with us ) •11.00 -11.15: Have a break en-route at a Rest Stop Near to Halong Bay City. Relax at a Pearl workshop to see how this precious gem is collected from the bay and refined into luxurious jewelry
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Tuan Chau Island
• 12.00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor. Check-in and embark on our cruise. The cruise leaves Tuan Chau Harbor for an incredible trip to explore the beauty of Ha Long Bay. • 12.30: Lunch is served Buffet Lunch with Vietnamese traditional specialties and seafood while cruising towards the core area of Halong bay with 340km2 was recognized by Unesco world Heritage, you have a chance to flow your soul to the ocean, breath the nature air and pull the breathtaking view to your eyes, You are wondering the place as beautiful as paradise that you never ever seen before
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Hạ Long Bay
• 14.20: Arrive Amazing cave one of the most beautiful cave of Ha Long Bay. Surrounded by majestic limestone mountains, Amazing cave presents to you a mysterious world with wild and gracious beauty. Just like a sleeping princess, it is waiting for you to wake up. Especially, you will see an a beautiful limestone islet rising from sea water in the shape of a giant thumb, which is then called Thumb Rock. Mother Nature has put Thumb Rock here to send a message of goodness to every passenger cruising in Ha Long. The cameras should be well prepared to take amazing pictures of this place • 14.40: Visit finish farm and floating house then The cruise heads towards Ba Hang area, on the way you will see and take picture of Dog Rock, Duck Rock, Fighting Cock Rock, Lu Hung Islet, formerly known as Ba Hang fishing village but now villagers have moved to another area. Exploring the hidden charm of the gorgeous Ba Hang in 45 minutes by kayaking or bamboo boat trip for you explore the tunnels
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14.45: Do kayaking or bamboo boat through Luon Cave to discover the beautiful lagoon. 15.15: Visit TiTop Island with its sandy beach. You can go swimming here or trek up to the top of the island for sightseeing all of Halong bay
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Hạ Long Bay
16.00: Back to the boat for the sunset party (some wine, fruits, and biscuits) meanwhile the boat is cruising back to the harbor 17.45: Arrive back atthe harbor. Get on the bus and return to Hanoi
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ha Long Bay
please be at Tuan Chau International Harbor for join our tour at 12:00 Noon
Meeting point
Ha Long Bay
PLEASE BE AWARED: TRANSFER SERVICE FROM HANOI TO THE HARBOR NOT INCLUDED TOUR PRICE Shuttle bus service: 15US$ each person round transfer Limousine Bus service: 20US$ each person round transfer - Pick up guest from 8:00am to 9:00am with the location inside old quarter Hanoi
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
please be at Tuan Chau International Harbor for join our tour at 12:00 Noon
Ends at
PLEASE BE AWARED: TRANSFER SERVICE FROM HANOI TO THE HARBOR NOT INCLUDED TOUR PRICE Shuttle bus service: 15US$ each person round transfer Limousine Bus service: 20US$ each person round transfer - Pick up guest from 8:00am to 9:00am with the location inside old quarter Hanoi
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Vietnam Luxury Escapes
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 83 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 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.
Traveler reviews
83 verified traveler reviews for Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A Perfectly Balanced Vietnam & Bali Journey
Stephen organizedA our trip to Vietnam & Bali. He took time to listen to our travel style and desires, then came up with a perfectly balanced itinerary that suited our needs. The trip certainly lived up to our expectations, and we felt confident knowing that Vietnam Luxury Escapes were there to support us if needed. Stephen is knowledgeable and conscientious, and we were greatly impressed. We have already contacted them to plan another trip.
via Tripadvisor
14-day Vietnam & Cambodia Escape
We frequently choose Vietnam Luxury Escapes for our travel experiences and have never been disappointed. Our 14-day trip through Vietnam & Cambodia again surpassed all of our expectations. We had a wonderful guide and driver throughout the journey, and every accommodation VLE selected for us was well above standard. We experienced all the activities promised, exactly as described or even better. The tour was made even more memorable because of our terrific guide. Their expertise, professionalism, and in-depth knowledge of Vietnam and Cambodia truly enriched our experience. The timing of each travel segment was well planned, the free time was greatly appreciated, and the communication before, during, and after the tour was excellent. Great value for money.
via Tripadvisor
Luxury Escapes Vietnam
Wonderful organization, well planned. Vietnam is a wonderful country. It was a combination of history, culture and natural beauty, from Hanoi and Halong Bay to Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City, with modern, cosmopolitan and amazing cities. Special thanks to the tour guides, who were very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful, answering all our questions, and giving us all the information and guidance on what to do and see after the official tour. Thank you all, Vietnam Luxury Escapes! 🥰
Response from the operator: Dear Anike, Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm delighted to hear you enjoyed Vietnam and that our guides helped make your journey even more memorable. It was a pleasure arranging your trip, and we truly appreciate you choosing Vietnam Luxury Escapes. We hope to welcome you back to Asia again soon! Warm regards, Emily,
via Tripadvisor
A one-day Halong bay cruise
We took a full-day trip to Halong Bay, perfectly organized by Clara from Sinh Café. We had an excellent guide, Minh, who enriched the trip with interesting and engaging commentary. Both the transport to the bay and the cruise itself went smoothly without any issues. On the boat, we enjoyed a delicious buffet meal, and in the evening, music at sunset… It fully met all our expectations. I highly recommend it, especially as a wonderful ending to a trip through Vietnam. Zuzana
via Tripadvisor
Tour guide Sam
Tour guide Sam were very excellent and helpful a lot during our tour. I liked the speed boat part and kayaking a lot. Also the boat trip
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $49 to $89
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 29
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 76
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ha Long Bay.
How much does Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $49 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ha Long Bay 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 Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Ha Long Bay is not rushed.
Is Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 83 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ha Long Bay, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with 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 Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch?
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Around 29 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 Ha Long Bay 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 Ha Long Bay and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with 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 Ha Long Bay 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 Ha Long Bay?
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On Outty we rank every Ha Long Bay experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ha Long Bay Day Cruise – Kayaking, Sung Sot Cave & Titop Island, 2 Day 1 Night Luxury Azura Cruise through Halong & Lan Ha Bay, Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island Day Tour - Nature Escape, Less Crowds. 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 Ha Long Bay?
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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 Ha Long Bay?
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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.
What is included in Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch?
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Included: Lunch; Activities: Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Visit a Cave, Insurance on Boat; All Fees and Taxes; and Select 7:00am travel with VIP Cruise, Select 8:00am travel with normal cruise. Not included: Private transportation; Limousine Van From Hanoi to the Harbour cost 20US$/2ways/person, Shuttle bus: 15US$/2ways/; and Alcoholic beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch?
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please be at Tuan Chau International Harbor for join our tour at 12:00 Noon Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch?
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Across 83 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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