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Ha Long Bay 1-Day Cruises | Everything you Need to Know

See the best of Ha Long Bay in a single day

Explore Ha Long Bay’s caves, islands, and emerald waters in just one day. A Ha Long Bay day cruise covers top sights like Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Titop Island, with optional kayaking, short hikes, and a relaxing lunch onboard.

What’s included in a Ha Long Bay 1-day cruise?

Meals

Enjoy a Vietnamese buffet or fresh seafood lunch on board. Vegetarian and halal options are available on request.

Cave visits

Walk through stunning limestone caves like Sung Sot, Thien Cung, or Dau Go and see impressive stalactites and natural formations.

Transfers

Round-trip hotel transfers from Hanoi or Tuan Chau make your day stress-free (optional on some 3-star cruises).

Extras

An expert guide will also be assisting you on the way. All entry fees to caves are covered. Bottled water is provided, and insurance is included.

Your Ha Long Bay 1-day cruise itinerary

Visitors exploring the illuminated stalactites and rock formations inside Thien Cung Cave, Vietnam.
  • Duration: 11 hours
  • Transfers included: Yes. Round-trip hotel transfers from Hanoi or Tuan Chau are included.
  • Attractions: Thien Cung Cave, Dau Go Cave, Stone Dog Islet, Dinh Huong Islet & Fighting Cock Islet.
  • Activities: Cave exploration & a 45-minute kayaking/bamboo boat ride.
  • Food: A seafood lunch will be served onboard.
Boats near Titop Island in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, with lush greenery and a hilltop pavilion.
  • Duration: 6 hours (without transfers) / 13 hours (with transfers)

  • Transfers included:

    • 3-star cruise: Optional round-trip hotel transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter (A/C bus)
    • 5-star cruise: Round-trip hotel transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter included
    • Two-way electric cart transfer from the harbor to the cruise (5-star only)
  • Attractions: Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave & Titop Island.
  • Activities: Cave exploration, kayaking or bamboo boat ride (extra charge for the 3-star cruise), beach swim, short hike at Titop Island & sunset party.
  • Food: Onboard Vietnamese buffet lunch or optional Indian set menu (5-star cruise only) & snacks.

Frequently asked questions about Ha Long Bay day cruises

Most day cruises include hotel transfers, lunch, a guide, cave visits, kayaking, and optional hikes. Amenities vary by cruise class.