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Review Author: Rachita R
Review Date: 15 Oct 2019
Review Body: Truly memorable experience I had booked a day cruise in Halong Bay for my father's birthday. After reading through loads of reviews on TripAdvisor, I finally decided to go with Anthony because I felt we would get a great view of the bay by taking a route which was less touristy. We had a great time on the cruise, being surrounded by incredible views of the bay. The tour guide, Hung, was incredibly energetic and friendly. As it was my father's birthday, I had requested Anthony to arrange for a birthday cake during the cruise. Not only was a lovely cake arranged, Hung had planned a great birthday surprise for my Dad. We cut the cake together on the cruise and everyone sang 'Happy Birthday' for him. It was such a memorable experience for everyone on board and I am pretty sure everyone enjoyed the cake as well:) I'm really glad I booked this cruise with Anthony - he is incredibly helpful, fast to respond and reliable! And thanks for organizing such an amazing birthday surprise for my father!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: chiliheidi
Review Date: 02 Dec 2019
Review Body: Relaxing Ha Long Bay trip We were picked up near our hotel by a comfy mini-bus, then hopped in a nice new boat to Ha Long Bay. There’s about a 15-20 min rest stop before the boat ride. There’s food, drinks and groceries that you can buy. The toilets were clean and lots of stalls. The toilets on the left side facing the rest stop are better. We were given snacks and a bottled water. Lunch was more than enough and was a very tasty feast served per table. We ate the fresh spring rolls that we made, and were served yummy fruits and tea on the way back. The rest, food and drinks can be bought in the boat. Toilets available in the boat with shower if you choose to swim. Was told the Bay water was very salty. After the trip, we were dropped off back to our hotels or other nearby preferred location.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Dan A
Review Date: 27 Oct 2019
Review Body: Highly recommended Family with 1 small child (6 years old) from Romania. The tour guide, Kimmi, was awesome! The sites were very beautiful, the activities well chosen. The bus ride is a bit too long, but that does not depend on the organization, which was very good from our perspective. Boat trip was especially impressive, even though it rained. Highly recommend this company, with very friendly and helpful staff (we met Anthony, Danny, and Kimmi). We went to Ha Long Bay with them the previous day and it was also great (I think we liked it even more). Best regards, Dan Gabriel.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Hugo P
Review Date: 02 Dec 2019
Review Body: Anthony was our tour guide during our trip from Hanoi to Halong Bay, and a great host at that. He is very knowledgeable and delivers all kind of interesting tidbits with charme and humor. He also is very helpful when you need someone local for how to do the next leg of your trip, like we did. If you are nice to him, he will also sing and prepare some delicious nem for you.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Cicloone
Review Date: 09 Nov 2019
Review Body: Amazing Halong bay and Sunset We loved this amazing one day trip, to Halong bay. The pick up was on time and the guide (Jack) was very friendly. The boat has good conditions and the buffet has variety with various dietary options (Vegans and vegetarian). Has i ferry's and companies, the drinks are paid separately, but they are quite cheap, thought.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: David F
Review Date: 18 Nov 2019
Review Body: Ha Long Bay - Day trip One of the most beautiful spots I’ve ever been to and terrific guide Anthony. He kept in contact with me before, during and after the trip. We had delicious food, and great activities with enough time to relax. Anthony has a lot of energy, loves to smile and joke, but most importantly he looks after his people.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Betsy R
Review Date: 01 Nov 2019
Review Body: Anthony the guide extraordinaire Anthony is an engaging, entertaining and informative guide. We enjoyed our overnight La Paci cruise in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay that he led. Food needs improving but activities (kayaking, swimming, trip in a small wooden boat around Lan Ha Bay) were great!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: binh b
Review Date: 18 Nov 2019
Review Body: lovely tour guide and surprise service we went this tour with ANTHONY, his knowledge is awesome, he told alot of story about VIETNAM, The scenery of HALONG and LAN HA bay is.the best in the world, hospital cave in cat ba national park make our trip surprise and admirable for Vietnamese
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Santino79
Review Date: 20 Oct 2019
Review Body: Ha Long Bay Day Trip We had a ton of fun! The guide was excellent! We had lunch on the boat, followed by kayaking, swimming, and the exploring a cave. After that we had a snack (hands on making spring rolls) and sailed back. It was a long day but beautiful as worth it!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Ruvi D
Review Date: 18 Nov 2019
Review Body: Wonderful day trip to halong bay Anthony was an excellent tour guide , we had such an awesome day on the boat going to ha long bay. We did some very fun activities like kayaking , swimming, seeing caves and a cooking class. would highly recommend this tour!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Benn
Review Date: 03 Nov 2019
Review Body: Incredible place I was recommend Lapadora cruises from my friend, it really worth for money, they did well orgnization and especially ourtour guide Anthony, He made all trip stunning surprisingly, I will definitely come back nd travel with Anthony again
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Angela
Review Date: 20 Oct 2019
Review Body: Relaxing tour We took mini bus for less than 2 hours and boat for around 1.5 hours to Ha Long Bay. I did enjoy the meal and the spring roll class on the boat! It would be even better if I know swimming as there is a session for rowing and swimming!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Remus G
Review Date: 25 Nov 2019
Review Body: Best tourguide in Vietnam We had a wonderfull experience with Anthony. He speaks very well english and he is always ready to serve and help you with information. He aims to please. Good knowledge, great people skills. Highly recommended.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Fergus C
Review Date: 25 Nov 2019
Review Body: 2 days 1 Night in Lan Ha Bay Tour is really cool, the activities were fun and the scenery is amazing. BUT the experience was made so much BETTER because we had Anthony (An) as a guide. Soft spoken local guy with a great smile! cảm ơn bạn
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Stephy T
Review Date: 25 Nov 2019
Review Body: We took 2days with Lapadora cruises we have organized by Anthony, it was such a nice trip, we was so.lucky that the weather with us, food on the trip is perfectly, Dao, the cruise manager go beyond the services so far, would recommend
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Kendrick Jordan
Review Date: 18 Nov 2019
Review Body: Ha Long Bay Spectacular I didn’t plan on coming here but I’m glad I did. Anthony the tour guide made sure we were very taken care of! He will answer any questions needed with professionalism. I highly recommend booking with this guy
Review rating: 5
Review Author: tranduckien95
Review Date: 25 Nov 2019
Review Body: wonder trip with Anthony Anthony have a strong enthusiatism and energy, He shared to our group with so many experiences and knowledge, all the history through out Vietnam, with a vast knowlege we believe that he will moving ahead
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Rumianek H
Review Date: 25 Nov 2019
Review Body: Relax in great place The cave looks great, right by the towering karsts and turquoise waters. Very relaxing and quiet. Then you'll learn how to wrap Nem and how pearls are made. Great time, funny guide, good company.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Ngu M
Review Date: 25 Nov 2019
Review Body: Great day with Anthony and cruise ship That is great tour that we have been joined, Anthony was excellent tour guide with many kind of knowledge and experiences, we would do again with him in near future to go Sapa
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Andy H
Review Date: 18 Nov 2019
Review Body: HaLong Bay 2day/1night cruise The scenery was amazing and the activities were very fun with the excellent tour guide Anthony, with his many skills! If you're in Hanoi, you mustn't miss out on this HaLong Bay tour.
Review rating: 5

Itinerary

Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: You will go on a cruise and do kayaking
Itinerary Description: 8:30 AM - 9AM: The car will pick you up at the meeting point in Ha Noi then depart for Ha Long Bay. En route you will pass fields of busy farmers practicing their traditional methods of cultivation. 12:00 - 12:25 PM Step on board the boat 12:30 - 12:50 PM Lunch will be served on board by the crew while the boat is on its way around the most beautiful islets such as the Dog islet, Incense Burner Islet, Fighting Cock Islet among thousands of limestone islands. 02:00 - 02:15 PM : You will visit the Surprising cave, one of the most beautiful ones in Ha Long Bay 03:00 - 03:15 PM: Enjoy kayaking or bamboo boat rowing at Luon Cave area. Get on Titov island for swimming or climb up to the top mountain to take Halong Panorama 4:00 - 5:00PM: Get back onboard to cruise back toward Tuan Chau harbor. Enjoy a cooking class (make fresh spring rolls). 06:00 PM: Back to Tuan Chau Harbor. Get on the bus back to Ha Noi. 8:30 PM: Arrive Hanoi
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1D Halong w/ Surprise Cave, Cooking Class & Lookout Point!

5.0
|39 Reviews
Group size
Up to 30 guests
DURATION
12 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 30 guests
This is a comfortable one-day trip to Halong Bay, with a comfortable mini-bus transfer from Hanoi. Anthony, the boat operator, often guides the trips - he's very popular with travellers for his good humour and for his detailed knowledge of the areas in Halong Bay.

What You’ll be Doing

You will go on a cruise and do kayaking
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What’s Included

Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
All the activities such as: kayaking, cooking demonstration, sunset party
Return shuttle bus transfer from Hanoi Old Town (designated meet-up point) via highway

Not included

Alcoholic Beverages
Transport from other parts of Hanoi (other than the designated meet-up point)

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Where we'll meet

Start Point

Free pick-up from ( 59 Bát Sứ Street, Hàng Bồ ward, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam )
  • 30 mins before selected timeslot

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

Daily
08:30AM - 08:00PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

Cancellation & other policies

  • Cancellation

    Cancel 7 days before activity for a full refund

What to Pack

  • Backup batteries and charger
  • Binoculars
  • Camera
  • Cash (for purchasing drinks during happy hour, buying souvenirs or tips)
  • Change of clothes
  • Electrical adapter
  • Flipflops
  • Hat (it gets sunny!)
  • Hiking shoes
  • Insect repellent
  • Light jacket/sweater (for the evenings)
  • Passport (required for registration on the boat)
  • Shorts & T-shirts
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Swimsuit
  • Toiletries
  • Umbrella and/or light rain jacket
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Meet your host

Vietnam North Travel is managed by Anthony, he has been working in Halong Bay for 5 years experiences. He has good knowledge of the area and is keen on guiding people and sharing his story and experiences.
Experience: 10 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 100%
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