Thien Cung Cave cruises

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.

The tour I was planning to take didn't have enough people, so I went to Titop Island with a 1-hour extension and another cave. As a result, I enjoyed it because there were more activities (participating in a speedboat, bamboo boat, or kayak for an additional fee). The lunch, which I didn't expect much from, was more voluminous than I expected, and I was full and enjoyed it. I participated with a friend who came to visit from Japan, and I was glad that my friend was very satisfied and said it was a good memory. By the way, I am an aunt who is not confident in my physical strength, but I climbed the 400 steps of Titop Island and went to the top. The stairs were quite steep, and I barely managed. (If it's too difficult, you can see a beautiful view from the middle and turn back.)

We had a wonderful day with this trip! First of all, I’d like to say thank you to Kimi as our tour guide. He is an amazing person to manage everything by himself from morning to night time. It is not easy to make sure 40+ people are safe and having a good time! He is so kind, funny, and take his responsibilities in another level! Thank you so much, Kimi! Also not forget to our driver, Michael! — The trip was great, we really had a good time and enjoyed everything that they prepared for us. The lunch was delicious! The toilet is clean. Thank you so much! Terima kasih 🇮🇩

It takes about 3 hours from hotels in Hanoi to Halong Bay with a break on the way. It was a chartered cruise just for our group of 13 people. After departing, we enjoyed a cruise while having drinks and a 10-course meal. During the meal, the ship cruised very slowly, and there were almost no waves, so there was hardly any rocking. I was impressed by the guide's explanations and stories, as well as their extensive knowledge and language skills. I was also satisfied with the tour, as they were considerate of the participants and we were able to fully enjoy the charm of Halong Bay. I would like to participate again if I have the opportunity.

Halong bay is beautiful. We really enjoy the scenery there. Especially Ti Top island where we climbed up to the peak. The scenery of the bay is magnificient.

You really can't appreciate the magnificent natural beauty of Ha Long Bay from photos; you have to experience it in person. I highly recommend it. Luckily, our tour guide was Johnny Handsome, who many others have praised in their reviews. He worked hard to make the tour exciting and ensured we traveled safely and smoothly. The driver was a bit gruff but drove very safely. Since my hotel was in a complicated location, the tour started with a motorcycle transfer. We then rode a comfortable large bus on the highway, stopping twice for restroom breaks at souvenir shops and a pearl store during the approximately 2.5-hour journey. Upon arriving at the pier, we were immediately escorted onto the boat for a lunch buffet. The food was reasonably good. Drinks were available for an additional charge. We first chose between a bamboo boat, a kayak, or a speedboat (with an extra fee), and then split up to enjoy our chosen activity. The bamboo boat was rowed for us, allowing me to take photos at a leisurely pace. Kayaking seemed challenging for beginners, as they had to navigate through many passing bamboo boats. Next, we moved a short distance by boat to visit a cave. The cave tour was about 2 km and took approximately an hour. The initial ascent to the entrance was a steep staircase, and there were many ups and downs on stairs afterward, which was honestly tiring. However, there were spots with panoramic views of Ha Long Bay, where I was able to take beautiful photos. After that, we moved a short distance by boat to Ti Top Island, where you can swim or climb to an observation deck. To be honest, my legs were tired from the cave, so I just relaxed on the boat, haha. The day concluded with a sunset party. It was very simple, with tea, a small amount of red wine, small mango cookies, fried rice crackers, and watermelon. You could order beer, cocktails, and juices for an additional charge, but it was a bit disappointing. Nevertheless, the sunset over Ha Long Bay was incredibly beautiful and amazing. We spent the entire day in the same seats on the same boat, so I could leave my belongings (except valuables) and travel light for sightseeing. On the way back, we stopped at one souvenir shop for a restroom break, and I was driven close to my hotel while dozing off. It was a fulfilling and enjoyable day.

Really worth the package, the whole day was really relaxing, well managed by our guide naming 'Tea'. Quite energetic and relaxed while managing all the members, giving value to each of us and helping us all the way along.

We are open during the Lunar New Year period. The bus picks up passengers from various hotels in Hanoi at around 5 AM, a little over a two-hour drive, with a brief stop at a highway rest area in between. After arriving at the visitor center at around 8 AM, check in at the reception area (near Highlands Coffee) and take a shuttle bus to the pier to board the boat. The stopover time on each island is about 30-40 minutes, and you will be transferred by different small and medium-sized boats. You need to follow the instructions of the staff. Since the time is tight, you can ask the staff to help you clear the way, get tickets, and get rafts, otherwise you may lose time just queuing. The same bus will wait for returning passengers at the visitor center. The return trip was delayed by 1 hour due to other passengers in the group, but the driver was very patient. There were no shopping stops throughout the trip. Thanks to the efforts of the staff, the arrangement was very smooth, and the food was delicious. A satisfying experience!