Hanoi: Bai Tu Long Bay Day Cruise with Cave, Kayak & Lunch


Before you book
- The round-trip transfer from a Hanoi Old Quarter hotel (07:00-08:00 pick-up, back about 20:00) is a booking option at extra cost. The boat leaves the Ha Long International Cruise Port; check-in is at 12:00.
- With the transfer it is a 12 to 13 hour day: about 3 hours on the road each way and 12:00 to 17:30 on the water, with lunch served on the way out to Thien Canh Son.
- Not included: drinks other than water, tips, personal expenses and travel insurance. Not suitable for people with mobility impairments: the cave is a climb up stone steps.
- The seller, Vietnam Tourism & Service, is a private company, not Vietnam's national tourism authority.
- Storms can close the bay at short notice, mostly June to September. Free cancellation ends 24 hours before departure, so ask the seller before you book whether a closure gets you a new date or a refund.
About This Experience
A day cruise from the Ha Long International Cruise Port into the Cong Do area, which cruise lines call Bai Tu Long, with lunch on board, Thien Canh Son cave and kayaking. A Hanoi Old Quarter transfer is optional.
Highlights
- Cruise through the less-crowded Bai Tu Long Bay
- Explore the magnificent Thien Canh Son Cave
- Kayak among dramatic limestone karsts
- Enjoy a freshly prepared Vietnamese lunch onboard
- Admire iconic islets and stunning bay scenery
What's Included
- ✓ Round-trip transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter (if sellected)
- ✓ Day cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay
- ✓ Vietnamese lunch on board
- ✓ Entrance fees
- ✓ Kayaking activity
- ✓ English-speaking guide
- ✓ Drinking water
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Beverages not mentioned
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
Good to Know
- Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the cave visit.
- Swimwear and a change of clothes are recommended for kayaking.
- The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather or operational conditions.
- Hotel pickup is available from hotels within Hanoi Old Quarter.
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
What to bring
- Hat
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Water








