Halong Bay 5 Star Luxury Day Cruise from Hanoi with Buffet Lunch

Halong Bay 5 Star Luxury Day Cruise from Hanoi with Buffet Lunch

By Arcady Travel

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Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
12h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Discover the beauty of northern Vietnam on this 5-star Halong Bay day cruise. Departing from Hanoi, explore Ha Long’s stunning limestone karsts, hidden caves, and islands. Enjoy a luxury buffet, fine wine, and relax in the Jacuzzi while our local guides share insights into Vietnamese culture and history. This cruise offers a perfect blend of sightseeing, relaxation, and cultural immersion.

Please note that all booking confirmed before February 1st, 2026 do not include the Halong Bay entrance fee. The ticket price is listed at 310,000 VND/person. Kindly prepare cash and ask our tour guide to purchase the ticket for you.

Activity location

Sung Sot Cave
- Halong Bay, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tuan Chau International Marina
- Unnamed Road
- Tuần Châu, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam

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Meet at Tuan Chau Marina-NoBus

12h
English

Sunset Party : Relax and simply take in the stunning views of the bay. End the day by retiring to sundeck of the cruise, enjoy sunset time.
Duration: 6 hours
Lunch: The package will include a sumptuous lunch served on board, with a variety of seafood, vegetarian, and meat dishes to choose.
Pickup not included: Please be ready at the Tuan Chau International Marina by 11:30am https://maps.app.goo.gl/dL6d4VXZkP3UKtbLA and contact us

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 11:30

Price details

RM 181.45 x 1 AdultRM 181.45

Paid at activityRM 47.50

Total

By Limousine Bus from Hanoi

12h
English

Sunset Party: Relax and simply take in the stunning views of the bay. End the day by retiring to sundeck of the cruise with Wine, Juice.
Duration: 12 hours
Lunch : The package will include a sumptuous lunch served on board, with a variety of seafood, vegetarian, and meat dishes to choose
Limousine Bus Transportation
Limousine Bus pickup/drop off: We will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quater and take you directly to Halong Port and return to Hanoi same day.
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:00

Price details

RM 217.74 x 1 AdultRM 217.74

Paid at activityRM 47.50

Total

By Limousine Dcar from Hanoi

12h
English

Luxury
Duration: 12 hours
Buffet lunch
Dcar Limousine pickup
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:00

Price details

RM 241.93 x 1 AdultRM 241.93

Paid at activityRM 47.50

Total

What's included, what's not

on the bus
Welcome drink on the cruise
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Ha Long Bay Entrance Fee (applies to all bookings confirmed from February 1, 2026 onward)
Round-trip transfer by luxury limousine bus from Hanoi (If option is selected)
Access to onboard Jacuzzi and sundeck
Kayaking or local bamboo boat experience
Vietnamese lunch buffet
Sunset party with tea, red wine, snacks and fruits
Halong Bay 5 Star Day Cruise
Ha Long Bay Entrance Fee (applies to all bookings confirmed before February 1, 2026)
Additional beverages during lunch
Gratuities
Pickup outside of Hanoi Old Quarter

Know before you book

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
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please make sure to bring the necessary items such as water, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes for the tour.
You will need cash for other extra service on the way to the harbor and on the cruise.
Please note that all booking confirmed before February 1st, 2026 do not include the Halong Bay entrance fee. The ticket price is listed at 310,000 VND/person. Kindly prepare cash and ask our tour guide to purchase the ticket for you.

Activity itinerary

Hanoi Opera House (Pass by)

07:45-08:40 – Hotel Pick-Up Our English-speaking tour guide will pick up guests from various hotels in Hanoi's Old Quarter, between 07:45 AM and 08:40 AM. We strive to make pick-ups as timely as possible, but due to morning traffic in the Old Quarter and the number of hotels to collect from, this time is approximate. Please be ready to help expedite the process.

Halong Bay (Pass by)

11:45-12:00 – Boarding the Cruise The bus will arrive at Tuan Chau Marina and reach our pier, where our welcoming staff will be waiting for you with a big smile. For guests who have not booked transportation from Hanoi, please be at Tuan Chau International Marina by 11:45 AM.

Hon Ga Choi Island (Pass by)

12:00-13:30 – Lunch on Board The cruise departs from Tuan Chau harbor for a joyful journey to discover the beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage site, Ha Long Bay. Along the way, you will pass by the grandeur of the legendary bay with thousands of limestone islands, including Dog Rock, Duck Rock, and especially Thumb Rock – a beautiful limestone islet rising from the sea in the shape of a giant thumb. Enjoy a huge buffet lunch with a variety of dishes, including seafood and Vietnamese food. Vegetarian options do available in the buffet.

Sung Sot Cave

1h 30m

13:30-15:00 – Explore Surprising Cave (Sung Sot Cave) We will stop at Bo Hon Island, where our tour guide will take you to Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave), the largest and most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay. After about 200 steps through the forest canopy, the entrance of the cave will appear. A paradise will unfold before you. You will explore the cave for about 45 minutes before returning to the cruise. (For tourists who cannot walk much, you can stay on the cruise and relax on the sundeck.)

Hang Luon Cave

15:00-16:00 – Kayaking Luon Cave The cruise heads to Luon Cave. Here, you can get active with kayaking (about 30 minutes) or enjoy the beautiful scenery at Hang Luon (Creepy Cave) with a rowboat, rowed by the local people of Ha Long Bay.

Ti Top Island

16:00-17:00 – Titop Island – Titop Beach – Titop Mountain We will stop at Titop Island. On this small island, you can climb halfway up the mountain to enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Ha Long Bay. The spectacular sight from above provides an unforgettable experience. Alternatively, you can relax and enjoy swimming at Titop Beach, where the clear, refreshing waters offer the perfect opportunity to cool off.

Halong Bay (Pass by)

17:00 - 18:00 – Sunset Party Enjoy complimentary wine, Vietnamese tea, and fresh fruit as the sunset begins to set, painting the sky in deep reds, purples, and yellows. Relax in Jacuzzi and take in the scenery as we sail back to the harbor.

Hanoi Opera House (Pass by)

18:00 – 21:00 Disembark – Bus to Hanoi We will dock at the harbor, board the buses, and travel back to Hanoi via the high-speed highway, with a quick stop halfway before continuing the journey. The tour guide will drop you off at the front door of your chosen hotel in the Old Quarter. Depending on traffic conditions, the drop-off time may take a little longer. On weekends, drop-off times are often delayed due to road closures for the Walking Street.

Location

Activity location

Sung Sot Cave
- Halong Bay, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tuan Chau International Marina
- Unnamed Road
- Tuần Châu, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam

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