Halong Bay UNESCO Site Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking
- Travel to Vietnam’s famous UNESCO World Heritage Site on this memorable Halong Bay Day Tour from Hanoi
- Admire the ancient limestone pillars and tiny islets as you cruise the bay onboard a traditional junk boat
- Get a chance to experience the beauty of Halong’s islands at your own pace during a fun kayaking session
- Have a taste of Vietnam’s appetizing local cuisine with a delicious seafood lunch onboard the boat
- Enjoy a closer look at the impressive stalactite and stalagmite formations of “Heaven Palace” as you explore Thien Cung Cave
- There are five routes with many different Points of Interest in Ha Long, please find here for more details about the Points of Interest of Route 1
What to Expect from Halong Bay Day Tour
Dragonfly Cruise is known for providing various Halong Bay tours and explore one of Halong Bay’s most stunning and well-known caves - Thien Cung Thien Cung Cave, also known as Heavenly Palace Cave, is a truly spectacular natural wonder located on Dau Go Island in Halong Bay. It’s considered one of the largest and most beautiful grottoes in the area Dragonfly Cruise places a strong emphasis on convenient and comfortable transfer services, making it easier for travelers to access Halong Bay from Hanoi and other locations


















Reviews
Reviews summaryThe experience was truly the best experience in my life. The trip was very good. The food on the ship is very good. And of course, the service, the systematic and organized tour from Dragonfly Tour. This tour is very excellent and it is a great experience. Great food, great environment, and great service. I highly recommend the tour.
Halong Bay is a must see tourist spot in Vietnam. We went on a cruise with lunch included. The lunch was great and the tour was worth it. The tour guide and driver are very approachable. He helped us in taking good photos.
HALONG BAY TOUR Our Halong Bay tour? ABSOLUTELY BLEW OUR MINDS 🚢 We’ll be honest – we were a little skeptical after reading mixed things online… but wow, were we wrong! Our tour bus had only 10 people, and the cruise ship just 15 – it felt like we’d booked a private, exclusive experience! Our tour guide, named Du, speaks English well and is helpful and polite. The bus ride was smooth. There were a few stops at places like a pearl farm and a marble shop with a coffee bar to promote local businesses – this is completely understandable. Halong Bay is spectacular, though the water is a bit murky and may not be suitable for swimming. The Ba Hang Floating Fishing Village was a great experience. And then there was Thien Cung Cave – a total game changer! It’s super accessible and very tourist-friendly. 10/10 would recommend to anyone planning a Vietnam trip! Book through Klook and pay all upfront – it’s worth every penny.
The day trip from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay was fabulous. We were picked up from our hotel in Old Quarter at about 8.20am (indicated pickup location during booking).The journey was 3 hrs one way with 1-2 stops for toilet breaks / food. There was a short visit (20mins) to one of the pearl factories nearing cruise station. Boarded the cruise at about 12noon and were seated according to our group. Lunch was then served shortly. No sharing with others. After which we went on the boat ride, visited 3 caves. The last activities was to the main cave by foot, it was magnificent inside the caves. We rode the cruise and returned to the cruise station by 4pm. The return journey took about 3 hours back to Old Quarter and we were dropped off close to our hotel. Overall, the trip was worthwhile and recommended!
staff was responsive in whatsapp. tour guide was really polite and hospitable. everything was well planned. food was alaso great. the guide also ensured asks everyone for any allergies. the bus ride was comfortable. there’s enough stop/rest.
I went to Halong Bay on 22/6/25, guided by Mr. Milano, who is an English speaker. Hotel pickup is available if the hotel you staying at is located in Hanoi's Old Quarter. The tour guide will contact you for pickup at the hotel. If not, just call the office number found on Google to clarify. It took almost a 4-hour bus ride from Hanoi to Tuan Chau International Marina with rest stops in between. The bus is clean and comfortable. Had lunch at the ‘restaurant’ on the cruise. Vegetarian options are available; you just need to indicate that during Klook booking. The food served is a bit plain for me, but I am still able to enhance the flavor with the sauce provided. The tour went well. The tour guide pointed out those famous rocks, like the Fighting Cock Islet and Incense Burner, along the way. My favorite part is being on a bamboo boat, as I am able to enjoy the scenery up close. You can opt to kayak if you are adventurous. Have great sightseeing in Thien Chung Cave.
It was another good trip. There was a pick-up and drop-off service, a large bus. Each person was given a bottle of drinking water. There were 2 rest stops to use the restroom. On the way back, if you don't want to return to the hotel, you can inform them of the place to get off (only where the bus passes). The guide provided good service and care. There was food on the boat, a set meal, about 8 dishes, excluding drinks.
really great value for money because the hotel pickup was good, lunch was more than we expected and tasty, saw great sights, kayaking and caves, and stopovers during the 3 hr one way bus trip. worth it. didnt even expect a quick trip to a pearl farm
Food was underwhelming, but everything else amazing. Very energetic tour guide, the view was like nothing else (pictures attached) and kayaking was super fun as they allowed solo kayaking (only for non busy days). Would do this again.
We had an amazing time on our Ha Long Bay tour with Charming Vietnam Agency. The itinerary was well-planned, with fun activities like kayaking and cave visits. It was overall chill and relaxing so no need to worry at all, only other annoying and noisy tourists, and the 3hr bus rides are uncomfortable due to long distance and small spaces. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the boat was clean and comfortable. Our tour guide was professional and amazing, helping us take photos with our cameras upon request, and recommending places to eat after tour. (It was so good!) Watching the sunset over the bay was magical! We are truly thankful for the hospitality provided by charming viet agency, because they helped us to take care of our luggages safely(we didnt manage to secure a place to store luggage) and warmly invited us into their office before our next scheduled activity at night. Highly recommend this tour for an unforgettable experience.
Good to know
Please be noted: A surcharge will apply if your participation date is on public holiday, payable onsite (Kindly check package details for your reference)
- Lunar New Year
- April 28 - May 2
- Sep 1 - Sep 3
- Dec 31 - Jan 1
Insider Tips:
- Dress appropriately in good walking shoes for the cave exploration
- Wear or bring slippers for the kayaking
- You might want to consider bringing an extra set of clothes in case you get wet during the tour
- Enjoy endless fun at the newest theme park once you arrive!
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