Day trips · 2 DAYS
Dive deeper into the bay then any day trip can offer, exploring the highlights and hidden gems of this UNESCO World Heritage Halong Bay. Discover TiTop Island, Sung Sot Cave, and Luon Cave, immersing yourself in the nature and beauty of the incredible limestone karst formations.
This tour must be booked at least 3 days before the tour date. If you’d like to join on short notice, just reach out to us directly — we’ll be happy to check last-minute availability for you!
DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – SUPPRISING CAVE – TITOP ISLAND (L/D)
08:00-08:30 — Pick-up from Mad Monkey Hanoi by shuttle bus, departing to Ha Long Bay with a bathroom break along the way.
11:30 — Arrive to Tuan Chau Harbour.
12:00 — Welcome on board! Enjoy a welcome to drink and get a brief introduction + the cruise safety guidelines. Check-in to your cabin.
13:00 — Enjoy your lunch with Vietnamese traditional dishes, while cruising in the magnificent Ha Long Bay.
14:30 — Visit Sung Sot, the surprising cave! This is your classic instagram cave - well lit, nice walkway, plenty of stalagmites and stalactites.
15:30 — Our cruise will take you to the Titop Island. The viewpoint at its peak offers incredible views all around Halong Bay. You can also have a splash in the bay or sunbathe on the beach.
17:00 — Head back to the cruise. Relax on the sundeck as the sunsets — sip a cocktail or two, and enjoy the sunset as it dips below the limestone formations.
18:00 — Join our cooking class, where you can learn how to make traditional fresh spring rolls.
19:00 — Dinner is served on the cruise in the middle of the breathtaking bay.
After dinner: Join activities various activities such as squid fishing, karaoke, or simply relax on sundeck with more cocktails — the choice is yours!
Note: Cabins are shared, they are available based on either twin or triple beds.
DAY 2: LUON CAVE KAYAKING / BAMBOO BOAT – HANOI (B/L)
07:00 — Enjoy breakfast and sunrise in the bay in the ships onboard restaurant.
08:30 — We cruise along to Luon Cave, which is located on Bo Hon Island. Luon Cave has the shape of an arc and is 60 meters in length and 2.5 – 4 in height depending on the tide. Because of the limited height, the only way to visit Luon Cave is by a small boat or a kayak. You can choose to head out in a kayak or a bamboo boat for the true Vietname experience!
10:00 — Check-out and enjoy one final fantastic cruise on the bay.
11:00 — Enjoy lunch while Cruising back to Tuan Chau Harbour.
12:00 — We arrive at the harbour. Get on the bus to head back to Hanoi.
16:00 — Return back to our Mad Monkey hostel and grab yourself a beer in the bar!
Mad Monkey Hanoi
Run by the property, not a third party you meet on the day
From $142.40
/person