This Ha Long Bay day trip from Hanoi suits travellers who would rather not set an alarm for dawn. The Sea Lion sails the afternoon route, so the bus leaves the city after breakfast, lunch is served as the boat clears the harbour, and the day closes with the light going down over the karsts.
Between lunch and sunset come three stops, each with a choice to make: walk the caverns of Sung Sot, swim or climb on Ti Top, then paddle or be rowed into the lagoon at Luon. Between stops, the panoramic lounge and the pool on deck give you a place to rest. It works well for friends and couples who like some activity followed by a slow, social evening on the water, and for families who want the bay without a very early start.
A welcome drink and a short safety talk before the boat sails out.
Vietnamese and international dishes with seafood, served as the boat passes the Stone Dog and Incense Burner islets.
Walk through the large chambers of stalactites, with a wide view of the bay at the exit.
Time for a swim at the small beach or the climb to the lookout.
Paddle a kayak through the arch into the lagoon, or sit back in a bamboo boat.
Music, wine and snacks on deck as the Sea Lion turns back toward port.
Cruise-only guests leave the boat here; the shuttle bus heads on to Hanoi.
Package from Hanoi: hotel pickup in the Old Quarter between 08:00 and 08:30, or Hanoi Opera House at 07:45, with drop-off at your hotel around 21:00. Cruise only: meet the group at Halong International Cruise Port at 11:45.
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