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A large white cruise ship with three sails, named 'Royal Palace Cruise,' sailing on blue water. 1
A hotel room with a large bed, blue pillows, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture, and a view of the sea. 2
A group of people kayaking on a calm river with dense green foliage in the background. 3
A group of people on a boat with a view of a coastal landscape. 4
A sunset over a body of water with people on a boat. 5
By VIETNAM OPENTOUR CO LTD

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is £360 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Cruise the emerald green waters of Ha Long Bay in refined luxury
    • Marvel at the thousands of limestone karst rock formations
    • Hike to the top of Ti Top Island for panoramic views

Activity location

    • Hanoi
    • Hanoi, Hà Nội, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Ngọc Châu, Tuần Châu, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam | Meet at Block 26 at the Terminal.
    • Tuần Châu, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam

Check availability

Standard Room - No Pickup from Hanoi

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

This option does not include transfer from Hanoi. Make your way directly to Tuan Chau International Terminal.

Language options: English
Starting time: 11:30
Price details
£360.39 x 1 Adult£360.39
Total
Price is £360.39

Standard Room - Pickup from Hanoi

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

The price is based on twin/ double. If your group is odd number, a triple room will be arranged

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:20
Price details
£395.24 x 1 Adult£395.24
Total
Price is £395.24

Standard Room - Pickup from Hanoi

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

The price is based on twin/ double. If your group is odd number, a triple room will be arranged

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
£429.24 x 1 Adult£429.24
Total
Price is £429.24

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Return shuttle bus transfer from Hanoi (if option selected) - by normal big coach
  • Inclusions
    Guide
  • Inclusions
    Squid fishing
  • Inclusions
    Double or twin shared room, air-conditioned with en suite bathroom (air-conditioning on the boat is turned on from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
  • Inclusions
    All meals on board
  • Inclusions
    Complimentary bottled water in your cabin
  • Inclusions
    Welcome drink
  • Inclusions
    Entrance and sightseeing fees (Surprising Cave. Titop island, hiking to the top of the island, kayaking, and swimming)
  • Inclusions
    Tai Chi lesson
  • Inclusions
    Cooking demonstration
  • Inclusions
    Happy hour
  • Exclusions
    Drinks
  • Exclusions
    Tips (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Visa arrangements and personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Surcharge of $18 per person on Christmas, New Year, Tet holidays (from February 16, 2026) to February 20, 2026)
  • Exclusions
    upgrade Deluxe limousine - small group return transfer - 20 USD per person

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Unaccompanied minors
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Due to small size, the boat can cruise even at the places with shallow water where other big cruises can not touch. Royal palace cruise brings valued customers to the most tranquil places in halong bay, discovering stunning scenery. Hiking to the peak of Titop island to capture the panoramic views of the lengendary bay. The package includes 4 meals and all funny activities like kayaking, swimming, squid fishing, singing karaoke and discovering the Surprising cave

    Day 1: Halong Bay (L, D) - Scenic cruise, hiking, swimming, kayaking
    Following pick-up from your hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi at around 8:00 AM, depart for Ha Long Bay and journey to Tuan Chau Port for an estimated arrival time of 12:00 PM. Complete all your check-in formalities, and then enjoy a set menu seafood lunch as you set sail across the emerald green waters. Marvel at the thousands of limestone karst islands, islets and rock formations emerging from the water in curious shapes. Take part in a kayaking activity and venture close alongside the limestone cliffs. Explore a tranquil bay or hike to Ti Top Island to get a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay from the top of the mountain. Swim in the inviting waters, weather permitting.

    Watch the sunset during a party on the upper deck in the late afternoon, before feasting on a special dinner cooked by a professional chef. Enjoy some time at leisure in the evening to relax, sing some of your favourites songs at a karaoke session or go on a night squid fishing adventure.

    Day 2: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B, L) - Surprising Cave, scenic cruise, cooking classHa
    Wake up early to take beautiful photos of the sunrise. Then, join a Tai Chi session before breakfast. Next, journey to Surprising Cave to discover the most beautiful grotto in Ha Long Bay. Check out at 09:00 and cruise around the lesser explored areas of the bay on the way back to Tuan Chau Port. Take part in a cooking class and enjoy a farewell lunch before you disembark at Tuan Chau Port at around 11:45 AM. Journey back to Hanoi by bus and get dropped off at your hotel in Hanoi city centre at around 3:30-4:00 PM.

Location

Activity location

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    • Hanoi
    • Hanoi, Hà Nội, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Ngọc Châu, Tuần Châu, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam | Meet at Block 26 at the Terminal.
    • Tuần Châu, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam