12–13 hours
2 languages
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket

Highlights

IRIS CRUISE – inspired by the Iris flower, symbolizing nobility, wisdom, faith, and hope, and named after the Greek rainbow goddess – offers an extraordinary Halong Bay experience from Hanoi. Sail through the Gulf of Tonkin’s emerald waters and discover over 1,600 limestone islands and islets, most untouched by humans. Onboard, immerse yourself in Vietnam’s rich culture, history, and art while enjoying a unique luxury cruise amid Halong Bay’s breathtaking natural wonders.

Inclusions

What's included

Swimming, Caving, Photo Hunting and Relaxing
Welcome Drink and Sunset Party
Entrance fees for Halong Bay Route & English Guide
7-hours exploration Halong Bay with Luxury Cruise
Limousine Bus Roundtrip Hanoi - Halong (Option from Hanoi only)
01 buffet lunch/set menu and Jacuzzi Pool

What's not

Personal Expenses
Beverage on Cruise , Holiday Surcharge , Kayaking at Hang Luon Cave

Itinerary

For guests booking with transfer from Hanoi, enjoy convenient pick-up from hotels in the Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House between 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM. For those booking the cruise only, please arrive at Halong International Cruise Port by 10:00 AM to board the luxurious Iris Cruise for a 5-star day experience in Halong Bay. Relax in the Jacuzzi pool, admire the stunning limestone karsts, and enjoy a day of premium activities and gourmet dining while exploring this UNESCO World Heritage site.
3 hAdmission included
Board the luxurious Iris Cruise at Halong Bay from 10:00 AM, enjoy a welcome drink, and admire the breathtaking limestone karsts as you sail through this UNESCO World Heritage site. Delight in a buffet or set-menu lunch for small groups before exploring the spectacular Sung Sot Grotto with its shimmering stalactites and stalagmites. Choose to kayak or ride a sampan boat (extra charge) and visit Ti Top Island to swim, sunbathe, or hike to panoramic viewpoints. Relax on the sundeck with live music and canapés or unwind in the Jacuzzi pool while soaking in Halong Bay’s stunning scenery. Conclude your 1-day luxury experience as the cruise returns to the harbor around 4:30–5:00 PM.
6 h
Sung Sot Cave, also known as “La Grotte des Surprises,” is one of Halong Bay’s most famous and spectacular caves. Discovered by the French in 1901, it is the widest and most stunning cave in the bay, renowned for its majestic stalactites, stalagmites, and uniquely shaped rock formations. A must-visit highlight on the Iris Cruise luxury day tour in Halong Bay.
30 minAdmission included
Ti Top Island is one of Halong Bay’s top destinations for swimming and hiking. Blessed with stunning scenery and pleasant weather, Ti Top Beach is a must-visit spot for nature lovers exploring Vietnam, offering breathtaking views and a perfect escape on your Iris Cruise day tour from Hanoi.
30 min
For guests booking the Iris Cruise with transfer from Hanoi, enjoy a comfortable Limousine Bus ride from Halong International Cruise Port back to Hanoi. Drop-off is at Hanoi Old Quarter between 19:45 and 20:15, completing your unforgettable Halong Bay day cruise experience.
3 hAdmission included

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Know before you go

Meeting point: FOR GUESTS BOOK TRANSFER FROM HANOI: We will pick up all guests in Hanoi Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if outside
Pickup: Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 99 travellers
Operated by: Asia Package Travel

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Hanoi

Its from-price is 43% above the median of the 2545 day trips we list in Hanoi.
Its length is typical for the group.

About Hanoi

Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, mixes lakeside temples, French colonial boulevards and an Old Quarter where street food and scooters fill every lane.

The Old Quarter's narrow streets, each once devoted to a single trade, sit just north of Hoan Kiem Lake, where the red Huc Bridge leads to the Temple of the Jade Mountain. Wander at dawn to see tai chi by the water, or after dark when the pavements fill with food stalls and low plastic stools.

Top-ranked sights in Hanoi: Ha Long Bay, Hanoi Old Quarter, Long Bien Bridge (Cau Long Bien).

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