Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking in Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam

Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking

Outty Ranking 48 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews12 hoursFrom $105

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Is Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking worth booking?

Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking is a 12-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $105 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
48 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
12 hours
From
$105 per person

HIGHLIGHTS: *) The best journey in Halong for 1 day trip: visiting Halong bay + cave + beach *) Luxury car/minivan for transfer Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi by express-way *) Nicer boutique cruise in Halong Bay *) Kayaking o

What you get

  • English speaking guide, tea break, kayak/bamboo boat
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

About this experience

HIGHLIGHTS: *) The best journey in Halong for 1 day trip: visiting Halong bay + cave + beach *) Luxury car/minivan for transfer Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi by express-way *) Nicer boutique cruise in Halong Bay *) Kayaking or Bamboo Boating around Halong *) Vietnamese delicious lunch + canapé sunset party

What's included

Included

  • English speaking guide, tea break, kayak/bamboo boat
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

Not included

  • drinks, tips, tax, personal expenses

What you'll see and do

  1. Hanoi

    8.30 -9.00: Get picked up at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quater/ Opera House to depart Halong Bay Our journey follows Hanoi – Haiphong- Tuan Chau Highway (about a 2.5 - 3 hours drive)

    180 minutes here

  2. Hạ Long Bay

    12:00 - 12:30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, get on the boat to start the excursion discovering the beauty of the world heritage site. 12:30: Enjoy set menu lunch on the boat with many special dishes of Halong. While having lunch, you all can see the beautiful scenery on both sides with thousands of limestone such as Fighting Chicken and Incense Buner Islets – 2 symbols of Halong Bay 14.00: Arrive at Bo Hon Island, and you will visit Sung Sot Cave – the most beautiful cave with a lot of stalagmites and stalactites 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 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 at the harbor.

    360 minutes here

  3. Hanoi

    Get on the bus and return to Hanoi 20:30: Get dropped off at the hotel. Tour ends

    180 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Hanoi

We can pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

Ends at

We can pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi

Options you can book

  • Private car, Private Cruise

    Private Halong cruise. Private car:: private Car round way express road pick up and drop off at your hotel in Hanoi. Pickup included

  • Private car, shared cruise

    Share cruise:: cruising on Bay, passing Dog Island, Lucky Island, Fighting Chicken Island, Kayaking or Bamboo Boat, Explore the Cave. Private car Hanoi - Halong: : Private car pick up and drop off from Hanoi. Duration: 12 hours: This tour starts from Hanoi at 8:30 to 9:00 at your hotel and finishes in Hanoi at 19:30 - 20:00 Lunch is included. : Vegetarian food is available upon request. Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 7 travelers per booking
Operated by
BCFamilyTour.com

Know before you go

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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Traveler reviews

2 verified traveler reviews for Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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rhonab633 · September 2024

Amazing Hanoi Tour

We have an amazing tour to Halong Bay with Mia our tour guide. We experiences a great cruise around Halong bay. Mia was the best tour guide in our tour in Hanoi . Even let us experience best authentic Vietnam food Thanks to Mia and Bc family tour.

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Mark_N · October 2023

A brilliant day out

What a fantastic trip! I cant recommend this trip and the team who look after you enough. We were met in our hotel by our guide for the day and then taken by private transfer bus to meet our boat. The bus was comfortable and clean and we made good time across the country. On the journey out guide provide us with a brief history of Vietnam which was both informative and fun. The boat crew were fantastic and the food was bountiful and amazing. We visited a cave and then swam in the sea then onto kayaks to explore around a hidden lake.we did not feel hurried or hassled at any time our guide was very courteous at all times.. After these it was back on the boat and back to the port before the trip home. A long day but very worth while and we were looked after from start to finish by an excellent team.

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Good to know

Duration
12 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$105 to $539
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 48

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)90
Review evidence (18% weight)16
Booking momentum (14% weight)12
Value for money (12% weight)34
Listing quality (10% weight)80
Local standing (8% weight)52
Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.

How much does Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking cost?

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Prices start at $105 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 Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking 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 Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking?

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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

Is Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking 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 Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking?

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Around 1 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 Private tour Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Cave, Kayaking 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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