8h00 - 8h40: English speaking guide will pick you up at your hotel (around the Old Quarter area). 9h00 - 11h30: Start two and a haft hours road journey to Quang Ninh Province via express way. Quick stop over for stretching your legs on the way.
11:45 - 12:15 BOARDING THE CRUISE Arrive to Ha Long Bay - Embark from Tuan Chau Marina onto Hercules cruise. A complimentary welcome drink will be served.The boat starts cruising. 12:30 LUNCH ON BOARD Enjoy Buffet lunch with Vietnamese traditional food while cruising though thousands of limestone islands such as: Dog Rock, Insence Bunner and especially Fighting Cock – a symbol of Ha Long Bay.
13:30: Visit Sửng Sốt Cave – one of the largest and most beautiful caves of Halong with its multi-shape stalactites and stalagmites.
14:45: KAYAKING OR BAMBOO BOAT Experience kayaking or bamboo boat trip to visit Luon Cave.
15:45 SWIMMING OR HIKING Coming to Ti Top Island, you can either enjoy yourselves swimming at the beach or take a hike up to the top of the Island for a quite impressive panorama of the Bay (~300 steps up).
16:30 SUNSET PARTY It is time for a rest after activities and capture the sunset on the bay. Complimentary Vietnamese tea, fresh juice, fruit, ang little cake will be served. 17:45 - 18:00 GET BACK ON BUS Back to Ha Long harbor. Disembark to get on the bus, moving back Hanoi. Enjoy the return sail back.
20:30 - 21:00 Our guide will drop you off at your hotel (around the Old Quarter area).
The staff confirmed the arrangement after we booked the tour. The Limosine was very comfortable and the tour guide was very responsible, took good care of every one and always wore a warm smile. The cruise is neat and tidy with modern design. Buffet lunch was good. The visits in Halong bay was well paced. Most important of all, it is value for its money. We enjoyed it so much.
There are many different boats and tour operators available. Don’t stress yourself with which one to choose. Just book the “ Hercules Grand”! I could not imagine any other boat out there that can compare to the “Hercules Grand”! This specific company does everything from start to finish. “MINH” our tour operator is with you the entire trip making sure your itinerary goes as it should. The quality of the service, food, and the destinations you will experience are top notch! THANK YOU!
We had an amazing experience on the Hercules Grand day trip! Everything was well-organized, smooth, and enjoyable from start to finish. The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, giving us enough time to explore while still feeling relaxed. A special shoutout to our tour guide, Nam, who truly made the trip even better. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and always attentive to everyone in the group. His insights and enthusiasm added so much value to the experience, and he made sure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment. Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking for a fun and hassle-free day trip!
Alex was the BEST tour guide!!! This was a 5 star tour, boat, view, food, everything! Alex was phenomenal, caring kind and made sure we had everything we needed. He put his group first!! This tour is absolutely stunning and so worth every penny. Do not skip on your time to hanoi!
Henry was an excellent guide. He gave good historical information while getting us to and from the various activities efficiently. Ha long bay was beautiful. The cave is a must see. The 430+ steps up to and down from the viewpoint on Ti Top Island were difficult, but doable. If you have dexterity issues you might want to just do the beach instead. Enjoyed the day.
The day trip from Hanoi to the spectacular Ha Long Bay UNESCO-listed area was fantastic! Exceptional value combined with a wide variety of experiences mixing breathtaking scenery, great buffet lunch, incredibly fun sunset party on the rooftop of the boat, and of course all of the friendly people. The tour accommodated for people with different fitness levels, and transport provided was safe and particularly comfortable. Overall, a highly recommended tour if you are visiting Hanoi! Special thanks to Binh for sharing so much knowledge and entertainment 🎤🕺🏼 across the day!
What an amazing trip! Sam our tour guide was great and our experience from start to finish was well worth the money! The boat/ship was modern and the food was fantastic!
My family and I had a good experience with the tour and cruise. The food was tasty and there was a good variety but the beverage selection was limited. There was a ~45 minute stop at a Pearl factory that we were not aware of beforehand. Each stop in Ha Long Bay is packed with tourists so be ready to line-up. Next time, we would prefer only one stop but at a more peaceful location.
So much fun and the perfect amount of time at every stop. The boat was very nice and clean and the buffet was pretty good! Johnie was awesome and very knowledgeable, providing so much historical and cultural insights. Have already recommended to other tourists we’ve met in Vietnam and wouldn’t hesitate to book again!
Tour operator good and guide but it was just too busy and boats constantly colliding to get into tight spots
Fantastic tour, our Tour guide Eden was personalable and professional, food served on board the cruise exceeded expectations. Would Absoultely recommend to anyone wanting to do a tour of Ha Long Bay
Our tour guide Nam was the best! We were running late from bad traffic, and he got the boat to wait a whole half hour for us! He was so considerate every step of the cruise tour, and made sure we were always taken care of. Nam made the experience ten times better!
We had an amazing trip led by our tour guide Nam. A fantastic experience visiting Ha Long bay and its beautiful limestone mountains and caves. A must see!
Long bus trip to get to Halong Bay but well worth it and bus was very comfortable. The boat was also very comfortable and the food was amazing. Had a great day in this beautiful area. .
Good trip and tour guide. Bus pickup is from Hanoi Opera House and we travelled to the location at ha long bay. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Despite of being unable to pick up the first group of 2 at the first meeting point, our tour guide flexed his plan moving forward with having us three to be picked up first while navigating through the old quarters to pick up the rest of our group of 21 people. Through out the pick up process, Henry and our assigned driver- Dzũng- remained courteous and professional. The tour operator timely reached out to our group to obtain the confirmation as well as to inform us the time and location of the pick up. I did ask to be picked up at our hotel. The request was promptly acknowledged and soon confirmed by Henry later in the evening prior to the tour day. Our group was really impressed with the efficiency on how the tour was run. We were well informed way ahead of time of the upcoming activity and available options. We were so glad that we chose speedboat with additional (affordable) fee to appreciate the beauty of Ha Long Bay even further. Many thanks to the tour operators for a smooth ride and a wonderful experience from Californians ! We were impressed
The bay is beautiful, the boat is nice and clean, Sam, our guide, was really good, and the buffet is good. Cocktails are a little pricey but the beer is ok.
Beautiful trip, affordable, quick and easy communication with our agent Ms. Rosy. She informed us about all details beforehand and the trip was organized to the last detail.
Our trip was awesome! Halong Bay was beautiful, and even though we went on a cold day, it didn’t stop us from doing everything we wanted to! The food was great and Tinh was a great guide! Would definitely recommend! Our favorite part was the Surprising Cave :)
Our booking was changed last minute, but despite this it was still great and Son and the team did everything to make it a great trip. Definitely worth a visit to experience this part of Vietnam in one day.
The guide Sam shared interesting facts about Vietnamese culture during the journey. It wasn’t just about Ha Long Bay but also about daily life in Vietnam, which added depth to the experience. I learned so much while enjoying the views.
Good trip and enjoy the day with you guys a lot. We were a group of 9 people and we had an amazing day. Thanks a lot team for the tour
The food was nice, the environment is good, just abit tired to walk so long, overall good experience, 早上好中国，我爱冰淇淋，祝你你个美好的晚上
Great tour guide. will highly recommend if you are planning for a trip to ha long bay. very detailed explanation on every spot
Great experience if you want to visit halong bay. Nice boat, great service and experienced tour guide. Transportation was also provided and clear communication.
Highly recommend this day trip tour. Amazing scenery and our tour guide Sam was very knowledgeable and spoke great English.
i had a great experience in ha long bay ☺️ even I'm a solo traveler i enjoyed and learn a lot thanks to my tour guide Sam, i will surely recommend it to my family and friends.
We jad great trip to halong bay with sam . He is very informative and friendly. We highly recommend him as tour guide. 🙏🙏
Wonderful day trip with Sam providing very insightful information about Halonh Bay. Everything about the cruise was good from pick up tp drop off. Cleanliness and staff were good. Food was good with the option of French fries which was good for kids. Could do with some Fried chicken or skewers. Happy Hour should include beers too. All in all money well spent.
The Day Tour was beautiful, from amazing sights to see, to the welcoming environment. This luxury cruise was everything we wanted of our visit to Ha Long Bay. Sam was very helpful and knowledgeable, allowing everyone to have a fun and safe trip.
Amazing! Great staff and great facilities. Food was good, views were great and the kayaking and cave were awesome too!!
Sam is amazing! Would recommend to visit Ha Long with him. Everything was smooth and Sam is really enthusiastic! Comments were very insightful
Sam was an absolute champion throughout the trip. He guided us really well and gave us all necessary information in a clear, crisp and polite manner. Would definitely recommend.
Excellent trip. Must visit all attractions! From start of trip in Hanoi (Opera House) to cruise ship is executed like clock work.
Ha Long Bay is definitely worth visiting! Boat was also very modern, clean, and nice. Our guide Sam was very attentive and helpful.
AMAZING TOUR. WORTHWHILE TO VISIT AND DO THE ACTIVITIES. GO WHILE YOU CAN. ONE OF THE BEST TRIPS I HAVE DONE IN MY LIFE!!!!!!@@
Excellent services and the place very beautiful. Sam is our tour guide, he is very knowledgeable, helpful and nice person.
Thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience today. It was the perfect birthday celebration and I’d definitely return in the near future!
Very good !!!! The scene is amazingg!!!!!!!!! I would never forget the view of ha long bay and would come back again !!!!!
The Ha Long Bay day trip was fantastic! The scenery was breathtaking, and our guide, Sam, was friendly and informative. He made the trip fun and smooth, and the lunch was great. Highly recommend this tour!
An average day out. Started the day by being 30 minutes with no communication. The tour seemed disorganised and constantly rushed. The tour guide would disappear leaving most of the group with no idea what’s going on. Food on the tour was cold (hot buffet). I was expecting more and think you can find better alternatives.
The view were very amazing, we took so many pictures. The cruise lunch buffet is very delicious and my family feels happy in this trip.
Whole trip is amazing. Our tour guide Sam take good care of us. We are having an amazing time on cruise ❤️ The service offer is VIP standard ❤️
This cruise is an experience you cannot beat, especially for the price tag! We were able to visit 3 destinations: TiTop Island, Luon Cave, and Sung Sot Cave. With the time given at each spot, we were able to hike, kayak, sightsee, and still relax! The food provided on the buffet was also really good (LOVED the grilled oysters). Highly recommend for anyone planning to visit Ha Long Bay.
Our guide Sam was incredibly knowledgable, friendly, and personable. The small group size was particularly nice. Overall it was a good trip and I would recommend it to my friends.
Great day trip to Halong Bay with fabulous weather. Well organised. Excellent scenery and great tour guide who provided good commentary at different locations. Provided with a luxury boat and luxury bus after choosing 5 stars package. Highly recommend.
Amazing along bay trio with Hercules, guide was helpful, must have experience for all, highly recommended for all ages 🛳
it was pleasant. must try if you’re in hanoi. i would recommend upgrading to the vip tour and try the speed boat for $8 dollars. it’s a whole day experience with free food and breaks along the way.
Great tour. Loved the experience of the speed boat on the bay and the cave was an unexpected surprise. Sam was the best, he was very thorough with explanations and made the trip fun.
Great trip with amazing food. The Bay itself is amazing! Hercules Premium ship is great, one remark - water in jacuzzi could be warmer ;)
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