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Cozy Bay Halong Full-Day 5-Star Cruise from Hanoi with Buffet, Cave, Kayaking, and Swimming
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Cozy Bay Halong Full-Day 5-Star Cruise from Hanoi with Buffet, Cave, Kayaking, and Swimming

by Cozy Bay Cruise

11 hours
Hanoi
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11 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$72$80Save 10%
2 adults × $36
All taxes and fees included

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11 hours
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2 adults × $36
All taxes and fees included
11 hours
$72$80Save 10%
2 adults × $36
All taxes and fees included

Overview

The full-day tour lasts about 11 to 12 hours and starts with optional round-trip transportation by modern bus from hotels in Hanoi's Old Quarter or pickup at Hanoi Opera House for guests outside the Old Quarter. Departure to Halong Bay is via expressway with a 20-minute rest stop where guests can learn about pearl farming. At Tuan Chau Harbor, passengers board the Cozy Bay Premium Cruise for a 5 to 6-hour journey through Halong Bay's islands and islets. A buffet lunch with more than 30 dishes is served on board. Around 2 PM, the cruise stops at Sung Sot (Surprising) Cave for about 30 minutes to explore stalagmites and stalactites shaped like sea creatures. At 3 PM, the boat arrives at Titop Island where visitors can walk on the sandy beach or climb Titop Peak for panoramic views of the bay. At 4 PM, guests have about an hour to kayak or ride a bamboo boat inside Luon Cave lagoon. Swimming is possible in designated areas near the beach or lagoon during this time. The return cruise to Tuan Chau Harbor includes a sunset party on the sundeck with red wine, tea, cakes, shrimp chips, and fresh fruit. The bus departs for Hanoi around 6 PM with a short break for guests to buy a light dinner. Arrival back at Hanoi Old Quarter hotels is scheduled between 9 and 9:30 PM. The tour includes entrance fees to the cave and island, buffet lunch, kayaking or bamboo boat ride, sunset party refreshments, and an English-speaking guide.

Highlights

Full-day 5-star cruise on Halong Bay lasting 11–12 hours
Buffet lunch with more than 30 dishes served on board
Visit Sung Sot Cave with 30 minutes to explore stalagmites
Stop at Titop Island with beach and peak viewpoint
Kayaking or bamboo boat ride in Luon Cave lagoon
Sunset party with red wine, tea, cakes, shrimp chips, and fruit

What's included

Modern bus transport for 2 ways from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter if this option is selected
Kayaking or bamboo boat ride
English-speaking professional tour guide
One bottle of water on the bus, usable only during bus transfer
Sunset party refreshments including red wine, tea, cakes, shrimp chips, and fresh fruits
Entrance fees for Surprising Cave and Titop Island
Buffet lunch with a variety of dishes

What's not included

Drinks and water during the cruise are not included
Gratuities for the guide, driver, and crew are not included
Costs for personal items are not covered
Anything not specified in the tour itinerary is excluded
Holiday surcharge for Lunar New Year on 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th February 2026 applies for Halong departures at 150,000 VND per person
Holiday surcharge for Lunar New Year on 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th February 2026 applies for Limousine Bus at 250,000 VND per person
Holiday surcharge for Lunar New Year on 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th February 2026 applies for Halong departures by Shuttle bus at 150,000 VND per person
Holiday surcharge of 150,000 VND per person applies on 30th April, 1st May, 24th December, 31st December, and 1st January
Pickup and transfer are not included if the option to depart from Halong is selected

Itinerary

1

Hanoi Opera House

At 7:45 AM, guests not staying in Hanoi Old Quarter are picked up at Hanoi Opera House after confirmation. Between 8:00 and 8:30 AM, pickup occurs at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter and the group departs for Halong Bay via the expressway.

5 min

2

Pearl Farm Rest Stop

At 10:30 AM, there is a 20-minute rest break for guests to relax and learn about the pearl farming process.

20 min

3

Sung Sot Cave

Arriving at Tuan Chau Harbor around noon, guests board the Cozy Bay Premium Cruise for a 5 to 6 hour boat trip through Halong Bay’s islands and islets. Lunch is served on board. At 2:00 PM, the cruise stops at Surprising Cave where visitors spend about 30 minutes viewing various stalagmites and stalactites shaped like sea animals.

30 min

4

Ti Top Island

At 3:00 PM, the boat arrives at Titop Island where guests can enjoy the sandy beach or climb Titop Peak for panoramic views of the bay. At 4:00 PM, kayaking or bamboo boat rides are offered inside Luon Cave lagoon. Between 5:00 and 5:30 PM, the cruise sails back to Tuan Chau Harbor while guests enjoy a sunset party with tea, cakes, music, and sunbathing on the upper deck.

30 min

5

Hanoi

Between 6:00 and 6:30 PM, guests board the bus for the return trip to Hanoi via the expressway. There is a 20 to 30-minute stop where guests can have a light dinner on their own. Arrival at Hanoi Old Quarter hotels is expected between 9:00 and 9:30 PM, concluding the trip.

Meeting point

If your hotel is located in Hanoi Old Quarter, please choose hotel pick up list or send the message to us If your hotel is outside of Hanoi Old Quarter, you should be in front of Hanoi Opera House at 7:45 am Pick up from Tuan Chau Marina at 11:00am if customers choose Depart from Tuan Chau Marina

End point

Hanoi Old Quarter: Please select hotel from the pickup list or message us your address Outside of Hanoi Old Quarter: Meet in front of Hanoi Opera House at 7:45 am Tuan Chau Marina: Meet at 11:00am (if customers choose "Depart from Tuan Chau" option only)

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
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