Program Details:
7:45 - 8:15 am | Be picked up from your hotel in the Old Quarter, Hanoi, to depart for Halong Bay.
10:30 am | Take a short break on the way to Halong.
12:15 - 12:30 pm | Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbour and board the cruise. Have the welcome drink and be briefed on the trip and safety guidelines.
1:15 pm | Lunch is served on board with seafood and Vietnamese dishes. Enjoy the meal to recuperate from the long drive while cruising through the wonderful scenery of the bay with thousands of islands.
After lunch, relax on the sundeck and immerse yourself in the panoramic view of Halong Bay.
2:45 pm | Discover Surprising Cave, the largest cave in Halong Bay located in the core area of the bay which usually, only overnight cruises can reach. The cave is named Sung Sot (Surprising) thanks to its scale and beauty that amazes whoever enters.
3:30 pm | Simply relax on the cruise, go kayaking, or take a sampan boat ride to visit Hang Luon (Luon Grottoes) via its three tunnels. Kayaking or taking the boat ride offers you a great way to explore the magnificent bay on your own and feel closer to nature.
4:00 pm | Cruise back to the harbor, take some rest after participating in activities, and enjoy a dish of fruit and snacks.
5:30 pm | Disembark and get on the bus to drive back to Hanoi City.
6:30 pm | Have a short break en route to stretch your legs for around 15 minutes.
8:00 pm | Arrive at your hotel in the Old Quarter. The tour ends.
Essential information:
• The timeline might not be exact due to traffic and other factors.
• All fees will be handled by the guide.
• Inclusions: Transportation with a limousine, cruise, lunch, entrance fees, kayaking or bamboo boat ride, and English-speaking guide.
