Luxury Halong Bay Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch and Kayaking

5.0 (10 reviews) 12 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Sea Lavie is more than just a cruise; it is a journey to awaken your senses. Amidst a space imbued with the Indochine spirit, With designed itineraries, the delicious and abundant menu, professional service, and well-trained staff, Sea Lavie promises to bring customers a truly memorable experience. Cruise through the stunning Halong Bay, where emerald waters meet limestone islands, on this luxury day trip with Sea Lavie. Enjoy a mouthwatering buffet lunch featuring fresh seafood, unwind in a jacuzzi or relax on the sun deck. Explore the breathtaking Sung Sot Cave and kayak through the serene Luon Cave, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site. With attentive service and a well-paced itinerary, this cruise promises a delightful escape into nature's wonder.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 99 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Sea Lavie

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–7 years) · Adults (8–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Round-trip transfer from Hanoi (If option is selected)
Included: Welcome drink on the cruise
Included: Professional English-speaking tour guide
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: Kayaking or local bamboo boat experience
Included: Vietnamese lunch buffet
Included: Sunset party with tea, red wine, snacks and fruits
Included: Carbonated beverages: Free 1 soft drink/water In happy hour
Included: Halong Bay 5 Star Day Cruise

Not included

Not included: Beverages
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Hanoi Opera House

Passing by

07:45-08:40 – Hotel Pick-Up

Your English-speaking tour guide will pick up guests from various hotels in Hanoi's Old Quarter, between 07:45 AM and 08:40 AM. Striving 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.
Hạ Long Bay

Passing by

11:15-11:45 – Boarding the Cruise

The bus will arrive at Tuan Chau Marina and reach your pier, where your 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 11:15 AM
Hon Ga Choi Island

Passing by

11h45-13:15 – 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, Dinh Huong Island and especially Fighting cock island- Symbol of Ha Long bay

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

one hour Admission included

13:15-14:30 – Explore Surprising Cave (Sung Sot Cave)

You will stop at Bo Hon Island, where your 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

one hour Admission included

14:30-15:30 – 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

one hour

15:30-16:30 – 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.
Hạ Long Bay

Passing by

16:30 - 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 you sail back to the harbor.
Hanoi Opera House

Passing by

18:00 – 21:00 Disembark – Bus to Hanoi

You 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.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please note that Tuan Chau International Marina has two halls, so make sure to go to "A Hall". Also, please ensure arrive at the designated time of no later than 11:30am

Please contact us once you have arrived. If we are unable to locate you at the departure time, we will proceed with the trip.

End point

Please note that Tuan Chau International Marina has two halls, so make sure to go to "A Hall". Also, please ensure arrive at the designated time of no later than 11:30am

Please contact us once you have arrived. If we are unable to locate you at the departure time, we will proceed with the trip.

Pickup points

Hotel Emerald Waters Classy
Leman Old Quarter
La Aurora Hang Hanh
Hanoi Jasmine Premium Hotel & Travel
Hanoi Rose Hotel
Laura2 House
Warm Loft - Heart of Old Quarter Ha Noi
Amara Hanoi Hotel
Hoan Kiem Legend Ha Noi Hotel
S79 Ami Hotel
La Passion Premium Cau Go
Hanoi Royal Hotel & Travel Old Quarter

and 810 more pickup points

Cover Location: Hotels located in Hanoi Old Quarter. (Some small street in Hanoi Old Quarter is inaccessible by large bus, our team member will come to hotel and lead you to the bus by walking)

Meet up at Hanoi Opera House if your hotel is not located in Hanoi Old Quarter

Then depart to Halong Bay by Expressway

Have a short break for 30 minutes to relax in halfway

Using your ticket

After booking and one day before departure, we will proactively contact you via WhatsApp/Gmail to confirm the pick-up and meeting location, and we will proactively handle the ticket changes after we have picked up the customer.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.