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Ha Long Bay Day Cruise - Swimming, Meal, Kayaking

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Activity provider: DGB - INDOCHINATODAYTRAVEL
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full-day tour in Ha Long Bay, taking in Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Ha Long Bay and Ti Top Island. Run by DGB - INDOCHINATODAYTRAVEL, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Sung Sot Cave
  • Ti Top Island
  • Ha Long
  • Runs 1 days
  • Pickup and drop-off at Hanoi Old Quarter area (if option selected)
  • English-speaking tour guide during the trip

Ha Long Bay Day Cruise - Swimming, Meal, Kayaking: Key Facts

PriceFrom $52.78 per person
Duration1 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 1-day experience in Ha Long, built around Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island and Ha Long. It is run by DGB - INDOCHINATODAYTRAVEL, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers Pickup and drop-off at Hanoi Old Quarter area, tour guide during the trip, Cruise visit Halong Bay, Set-menu lunch and Kayak or bamboo boat. It does not cover Other drinks and meals not mentioned, Speedboat fee, Surcharge for New Year and Travel insurant, Tips to Tour guide and driver, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hotel pickup in Ha Long Bay. DGB - INDOCHINATODAYTRAVEL confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with DGB - INDOCHINATODAYTRAVEL before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting/pickup location

Depends on the selected option

Sung Sot Cave

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

Luon Cave, Ha Long Bay

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Kayaking, Bamboo rafting, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

Ti Top Island

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Swimming, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

Ha Long

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Sunset, Scenic views on the way (2 hours)

3 drop-off locations

Phố Hàng Bạc, Tuan Chau International Marina, Hanoi Old Quarter

Detailed Itinerary

Starting/pickup location: Depends on the selected option

Sung Sot Cave: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

Luon Cave, Ha Long Bay: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Kayaking, Bamboo rafting, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

Ti Top Island: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Swimming, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

Ha Long: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Sunset, Scenic views on the way (2 hours)

3 drop-off locations: Phố Hàng Bạc, Tuan Chau International Marina, Hanoi Old Quarter

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at Hanoi Old Quarter area (if option selected)
  • English-speaking tour guide during the trip
  • Cruise visit Halong Bay
  • Set-menu lunch
  • Kayak or bamboo boat
  • Visit to Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Titop Island
  • Swimming on the beach
  • Hike on Titop Island
  • Entrance fees as per itinerary
  • Sunset party with tea, fruit, and light foods
  • Mineral water on bus

Excludes

  • Other drinks and meals not mentioned
  • Speedboat fee (optional add-on service available upon request at the site)
  • Surcharge for New Year
  • Travel insurant, Tips to Tour guide and driver

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Ha Long Bay. DGB - INDOCHINATODAYTRAVEL confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 1 days
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
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Traveler Reviews

4.8/5
based on 13751 reviews
Guide
4.9/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Gillian
September 13, 2026

The day was fantastic! Great value. The cruise provided lovely food which suited everyone, kayaking was fun and the whole day was so good, we even could cool off on the boats small pool. Highly recommend!

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Todd
September 12, 2026

Thang was a great guide on this tour. He was extremely clear on the itinerary, giving enough time at each stop and location. Additionally, he was very friendly and approachable and gave lots of really interesting information about the area. The boat was very nice and comfortable with very good facilities.

5
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Marco
September 12, 2026

Linh was a great tour guide. Very good English speaking, helpful and was happy to answer any questions. He also helped me sort out some issues I was having with my sleeper bus that night. Legend.

5
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Patricia
September 11, 2026

We had a very enjoyable day out on the day trip to Halong Bay. Our guide Tony was responsive on confirming the meetup and responsible to ensure that no one was left behind. The trip was clearly communicated on each location and what to do and when and where to be picked up. My family enjoyed the day trip very much. Driver was also drove safely.

5
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Yesua
September 11, 2026

Truong was an amazing and sweet guide. He was really interactive and made sure everyone having fun and was okay. Made sure the whole group was safe and everything. Would 100% recommend again.

5
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Nicolas
September 10, 2026

Alex was a great guide, the tour was amazing, good price, nice places. Great staff in the cruise.

5
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Diana
September 10, 2026

Was a really nice day visiting the cave, doing some kayaking, the cruise was really nice. Our tour guide Alex was incredible

5
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Simone
September 10, 2026

We had a wonderful day exploring Ha Long Bay with Thang as our tour guide. He was very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, and shared lots of interesting information throughout the tour. He was also attentive to everyone in the group and made sure we were comfortable and enjoying the experience. Ha Long Bay was absolutely beautiful, and having such a great guide made the day even more enjoyable. Thank you, Thang, for making this experience so memorable! Highly recommended! 🇻🇳💙

5
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Laura
September 10, 2026

Booked the day before without any issued and had an enjoyable day in Ha Long Bay. Our tour guide Thang was lovely.

5
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Fabian
September 9, 2026

Alex was really kind and help us with all the questions and useful information

5
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Tia
September 9, 2026

Mike was the best guide and made our trip memorable. He is the perfect host and delivered beyond our expectations with historical facts, funny jokes, recommendations for excursions and overall made the entire trip easy. Highly recommend this activity to anyone visiting Hanoi !! When you book, ask to be in Mike group you won’t regret it.

5
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Rob
September 9, 2026

Amazing trip We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience Highly recommended

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Ha Long Bay. DGB - INDOCHINATODAYTRAVEL confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover other drinks and meals not mentioned, speedboat fee (optional add-on service available upon request at the site), surcharge for new year and travel insurant, tips to tour guide and driver. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Overnight cruises sleep on board; day cruises do not. Cabins on the boats we book are private with an ensuite bathroom, and the grade of boat is stated in the option you choose rather than left vague. Bay conditions occasionally force an itinerary change, which the operator decides on the morning and is not something we can promise around.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Pickup and drop-off at Hanoi Old Quarter area (if option selected), English-speaking tour guide during the trip, Cruise visit Halong Bay, Set-menu lunch, Kayak or bamboo boat, Visit to Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Titop Island, Swimming on the beach, Hike on Titop Island, Entrance fees as per itinerary, Sunset party with tea, fruit, and light foods, Mineral water on bus
The duration of the Ha Long Bay Day Cruise - Swimming, Meal, Kayaking is typically 1 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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