Halong Bay One Day Escape
Hanoi, Vietnam
From USD 98.00
Office phone number: +84 (0) 904 193 308
Halong Bay One Day Escape
Hanoi, Vietnam
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
There's a reason Halong Bay is one of the most photographed places in Vietnam — it's ridiculously beautiful. Hop on a traditional junk, glide through the azure waters while enjoying a spot of seafood lunch on boat. After lunch, sail past some of the bay’s most iconic locations and have a guide walk to the Surprise Cave and climb up to the top of island. There's no better way to travel Halong Bay for a day!
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Highlights
- Escape the hustle and bustle of busy Hanoi for the relaxing pace of Halong Bay
- Cruise on a boat, navigating the iconic limestone karsts that tower above the water
- Enjoy a local seafood lunch as you pass by numerous beautiful islets
- Explore Sung Sot Cave, the most famous grotto of Halong Bay
- Climb up to the top of Titop Island for epic views of the Bay
Local Impact: How you taking this tour will benefit the local community:
- The admission fee we pay to the Halong Bay UNESCO site is used to help ongoing conservation efforts in the bay.
- This tour helps preserve our natural heritage by saying no to plastic, your guide can help you find a water source to fill up your bottle.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 10 - 11 hours
- Meeting point:
The front entrance of the Hanoi Opera House, 1 Trang Tien Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.
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- Starting time: 9.00 AM
- Ending point:
Drop off at centrally located hotels in Hanoi.
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, round trip transportation by express highway, Halong entrance fees as indicated, lunch on the boat, tea break on boat.
Exclusions: Items of a personal nature, tips / gratuities for driver or guide, beverage, kayaking or bamboo boat.
Halong Bay is one of the most loved spots in Vietnam for a reason — it's gorgeous. On this Halong Bay tour, we take you away from the hectic pace of life in Hanoi and introduce you to the tranquil, beautiful Halong Bay.
Our Halong Bay tour begins with a 2-2.5 hour drive by the expressway Hanoi- Hai Phong- Halong with a stop along the way to use the restroom.
On arrival at Tuan Chau Marina in Halong City, we board our private boat for a cruise in Halong Bay, famous for its spectacular limestone karsts jutting out of the peaceful green waters of the bay. The views are spectacular as we cruise amongst the nearly 2000 islands that fill the bay.
You will see first hand why Halong Bay has been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage site since 1994 and announced as one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature in 2011. Halong Bay means "Bay of the Descending Dragon" and legend has it that in ancient times when the Vietnamese were fighting off foreign invaders, the gods sent a family of dragons to assist in the fight. During the battle, the dragons spat out jewels that would later become the islands that now are scattered around the bay.
We'll enjoy a seafood lunch on board while we cruise among the breathtaking scenery. What a way to spend the day! Soak up the majestic atmosphere from the top deck and enjoy the stunning views or relax below in comfortable surroundings
After lunch, we'll have a chance to explore Sung Sot Cave, the biggest and most beautiful grotto in Halong. After that, we will move to Titop Island and climb up to the top for epic views of the Bay.
Back on the boat, we will enjoy the sunset and an afternoon tea while cruising back to the harbour.
We return to Hanoi by expressway in the late afternoon, where you have a chance to reflect on this memorable day.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, round trip transportation by express highway, Halong entrance fees as indicated, lunch on the boat, tea break on boat.
Exclusions: Items of a personal nature, tips / gratuities for driver or guide, beverage, kayaking or bamboo boat.
Dress standard: Sunscreen, sunglasses light and comfortable clothing and swimming suit.
Your Trip: This tour is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 16.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Additional Information: When booking, please use the additional request box on the checkout page to inform us of any dietary requirements (ie. vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free). Please provide as many details as possible. Note that with advanced notice, we are able to accommodate most requests. Please do not wait until the day of the tour to inform us.
Child Policy: Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +84 (0) 904 193 308
Email address: info@hanoiurbanadventures.com
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