Photographs of the destinations on this route — not of the specific hotel or boat you'll be booked into.
Explore Hà Nội's Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake, then embark on a luxurious Ambassador Day Cruise through Hạ Long Bay, visiting Sung Sot Cave and Titov Island for swimming and panoramic views.
★2 daysSmall group
This journey combines the vibrant charm of Hà Nội with the natural wonders of Hạ Long Bay. Experience a luxurious day cruise through the iconic karst landscapes. Begin your adventure in Hà Nội, where you'll have time to explore the Old Quarter or Hoan Kiem Lake at your own pace. The next day, transfer from Hà Nội to Hạ Long Bay for an Ambassador Day Cruise, sailing past majestic limestone islets, visiting Sung Sot Cave, and enjoying Titov Island for swimming or climbing.
Day by day
Day 1
Hà Nội – Arrival
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Check in to your central Hanoi hotel from 2:00 PM and wander the capital at leisure — the Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake are on your doorstep. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2
Hà Nội - Hạ Long Bay Ambassador Day Cruise
A dawn pick-up, then the very best of Halong Bay in a single glorious day — caves, islands, a premium lunch and live music on the sundeck — before returning to your hotel by 8:00 PM. 06:00 Pick-up in Hanoi by Ambassador shuttle 08:00 Check-in at Ambassador's Lounge and embarkation 09:00 Light breakfast on board while sailing Halong & Bai Tu Long Bay 10:30 Sung Sot Cave — the largest cave in the bay 11:30 Titov Island — swim and climb for panoramic views 12:00 Premium lunch at the restaurant 13:30 Luon Cave — kayaking* or a bamboo-boat ride* 14:20 Afternoon tea on decks 3 & 4 15:00 Live music on the sundeck (weather permitting) 16:00 Disembarkation 20:00 Arrive back at your Hanoi hotel
The hotels and cruises named in this itinerary are the ones we book first. If a property is fully booked on your travel dates, we will replace it with another one of the same standard (or better) in the same area, and confirm the change with you before you pay — the tour price stays as quoted.
What's included
- Round-trip shuttle bus transfer from/to Hanoi hotel
- Ambassador Day Cruise in Halong Bay
- English-speaking guide on board the cruise
- Buffet lunch on board
- Entrance fees for sightseeing as per itinerary
- Welcome drink and afternoon tea
Not included
- Accommodation in Hanoi
- Breakfast and Dinner
- Drinks (alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, bottled water) on board
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide and driver
The route
2 stops · 2-day trip
- 1Hà NộiThe capital — old quarter and street food
- 2Hạ Long BayLimestone islands, overnight cruises
Good to know
Meals included are one breakfast and one buffet lunch on board the cruise. Enjoy a luxurious Ambassador Day Cruise experience. Round-trip shuttle bus transfers from your Hanoi hotel to Halong Bay are provided. An English-speaking guide is available on board the cruise. This tour does not include accommodation in Hanoi, dinner, most drinks, personal expenses, travel insurance, or tips.
Price per person
The larger the group, the less each person pays.
| 1 | 2–3 | 4–5 | 6–8 | 9–11 | 12+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $330 | $210 | $190 | $180 | $170 | $160 |
Per-person reference prices — a specialist confirms the final quote by email.
From$160
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