Passeios por Thien Cung Cave

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 we had planned was canceled due to insufficient numbers, so we went to Ti Top Island for an extra hour and visited a different cave instead. However, this actually increased the number of activities (we paid extra to participate in either a speedboat, bamboo boat, or kayak ride), so we had a lot of fun. The lunch, which I hadn't expected much from, was surprisingly generous and delicious, leaving us completely full. I went with a friend who was visiting from Japan, and she was also very satisfied and happy to have made good memories, which was great. By the way, even though I'm an older woman who isn't very confident in my physical stamina, I climbed the 400 steps on Ti Top Island all the way to the top. The stairs were quite steep, and I barely made it. (If it gets too difficult, you can still see beautiful views from spots along the way and turn back.)

Kami memiliki hari yang indah dengan perjalanan ini! Pertama-tama, saya ingin mengucapkan terima kasih kepada Kimi sebagai pemandu wisata kami. Dia adalah orang yang luar biasa dalam mengelola semuanya sendiri dari pagi hingga malam. Tidak mudah untuk memastikan 40+ orang aman dan bersenang-senang! Dia sangat baik, lucu, dan menjalankan tanggung jawabnya ke tingkat yang berbeda! Terima kasih banyak, Kimi! Jangan lupakan juga pengemudi kami, Michael! — Perjalanan itu luar biasa, kami benar-benar bersenang-senang dan menikmati semua yang mereka siapkan untuk kami. Makan siangnya lezat! Toiletnya bersih. Terima kasih banyak! Terima kasih 🇮🇩

It took about 3 hours from our hotel in Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, including a short break. We had a private boat charter for our group of 13 people. After setting sail, we enjoyed a cruise with drinks and a 10-course meal. During the meal, the boat traveled very slowly and there were almost no waves, so it hardly rocked at all. We were very impressed by our guide's explanations and stories, as well as their extensive knowledge and language skills. With their consideration for the participants, we were very satisfied to experience a tour that allowed us to fully enjoy the charm of Ha Long Bay. We would like to participate again if we have the opportunity.

Vịnh Hạ Long thật đẹp. Chúng tôi thực sự rất thích phong cảnh ở đó. Đặc biệt là đảo Ti Tốp, nơi chúng tôi đã leo lên đến đỉnh. Khung cảnh của vịnh thật tráng lệ.

The magnificent natural beauty of Ha Long Bay is something you truly can't appreciate from photos alone; 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 lively and ensured we traveled safely and smoothly. The driver, though a bit gruff, drove very safely. Since my hotel was in a complicated location, the tour started with a motorbike transfer. We then traveled comfortably on a large bus along the highway, stopping twice for toilet breaks at a souvenir shop and a pearl shop during the two-and-a-half-hour journey. Upon arrival at the pier, we were immediately guided onto the boat for a lunch buffet. The food was reasonably good. Drinks were extra. We first chose between a bamboo boat, kayak, or speedboat (with an additional charge) and enjoyed our respective activities. The bamboo boat was rowed for us, allowing us to take photos at leisure. Kayaking seemed challenging for beginners, as it navigated through many passing bamboo boats. Next, we moved a short distance by boat to visit a cave. The cave tour was about 2km and took an hour. The initial ascent to the entrance was a steep staircase, followed by repeated ups and downs on stairs, which was honestly tiring. However, there were spots with panoramic views of Ha Long Bay, and I managed to take beautiful photos. After that, we moved a short distance by boat to Ti Top Island, where you can swim or climb to the observation deck. Honestly, 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: tea, a small amount of red wine, small mango cookies, fried rice crackers, and watermelon. You could order beer, cocktails, and juices for an extra charge, but it was a bit disappointing. Nevertheless, Ha Long Bay at sunset was incredibly beautiful and the highlight. Since you spend the entire day on the same boat in the same seat, you can leave your belongings (except valuables) and travel light for sightseeing. On the way back, we had one toilet break at a souvenir shop, and I was dropped off near my hotel while I was dozing off. It was a fulfilling and enjoyable day.

本当にパッケージの価値がありました。一日中とてもリラックスでき、ガイドの「ティー」さんが見事に管理してくれました。彼女は非常にエネルギッシュでありながら落ち着いて全員をまとめ、私たち一人ひとりに価値を与え、終始助けてくれました。

The service operates during the Lunar New Year. The bus picks up passengers from various hotels in Hanoi around 5 AM. After a journey of just over two hours, with a brief stop at a highway rest area, we arrived at the visitor center around 8 AM. We then reported to the reception (near Highlands Coffee) ourselves, took a shuttle to the pier, and boarded the boat. Each island stop lasts about 30-40 minutes, with transfers between different small and medium-sized boats. It's essential to follow the staff's instructions. Due to the tight schedule, you can ask staff to help clear the way, get tickets, or retrieve rafts, otherwise, you might lose a lot of time just queuing. The same bus waited at the visitor center for returning passengers. Our return was delayed by an hour due to other passengers, but the driver was very patient. There were no shopping stops throughout the trip. Thanks to the staff's efforts, the arrangements were very smooth, and the food was delicious. A truly satisfying experience!