The World Heritage site known as the “Halong Bay of the Sea,” renowned for its breathtaking beauty, is an absolute must-see destination in Vietnam. Given that cruise boats in Halong Bay are almost monopolized, opting for a package tour often proves to be more cost-effective than planning an independent trip.
– If you choose to travel independently from Hanoi to Halong Bay for a day trip, the round-trip transportation between Hanoi and Halong will set you back around 500,000 VND. Add to that the Halong Bay cruise ticket, which includes scenic spots and costs 490,000 VND, and the taxi fare from the Halong bus station to the cruise port, approximately 100,000 VND.
This brings the total cost for independent travel to over 1,000,000 VND.
– In contrast, the most affordable package tour departing from Hanoi starts at just 900,000 VND. This all-inclusive price covers transportation between Hanoi and Halong Bay, the cruise (complete with lunch and scenic stops), making it an incredibly value-packed option.
*Here’s a general itinerary for the day:
– Depart from Hanoi city around 8:30 AM, with the convenience of hotel pick-up service.
– Arrive at the Halong Bay cruise pier (Tuan Chau Port) by 12:00 PM, board the ship, and enjoy a delightful lunch with stunning views from the second deck.
– Reach Hang Luồn at 2:00 PM, where you can experience a serene bamboo boat ride or adventurous kayaking.
– Arrive at the Surprise Cave at 3:00 PM, where you might find a queue of eager visitors ready to explore the cave’s wonders.
– Head to Ti Top Island by 4:45 PM for some invigorating mountain climbing or a refreshing swim (note that sea swimming may not be available this season).
– Depart from Ti Top Island by boat to Halong Port at 5:30 PM.
– Board the bus from Halong Port to Hanoi at 7:00 PM.
– Arrive back in Hanoi city by 9:00 PM, with the added comfort of hotel drop-off service.
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