Halong Bay Tour Packages 

Have you ever imagined cruising on emerald green waters surrounded by limestone cliffs? And that is what you will get in Halong Bay in Vietnam. Halong Bay is a natural wonder in the world which is located in the Gulf of Tonkin. Halong translates as “Descending Dragon”. According to local folklore dragons descended from the sky to help Vietnam against invaders. When they landed they threw down pearls and jade. These became the thousand islands of limestone that you see today. 

With the Halong Bay tour you can explore this beautiful place. Halong Bay is composed of over 1,600 islands. A great number of them are surrounded by lovely green foliage. It is not only beautiful but also full of mystery and history. Fishermen have existed in floating villages for thousands of years. Many travelers choose to tour Halong and view its beautiful scenery. Go on a Halong Bay day tour and see its beauty. Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994. Its quiet waters, caves, and serene islands present adventure. Do you want to visit this magic spot? Go on a Halong cruise tour and have an amazing trip.

Our popular Vietnam tour packages: Ho Chi Minh City Tour packages, Da Nang Tour packages, Hanoi Tour packages, Ha Long Tour packages

Top 5 Things to Do in Halong Bay 

1. Halong Bay Cruise Tour

Halong Bay can be explored through a Halong Bay cruise tour. A lot of tourists also reserve Halong Bay one day tour to enjoy the beauty of the bay. You will be able to observe sunset and sunrise, fresh seafood, and sleep under the stars on undisturbed waters.

2. Kayaking Adventures

Kayaking allows you to take a close view of secluded caves and villages during Halong travel. Kayak across calm lagoons, narrow caves and silent bays inaccessible to large vessels.

3. Visit the Caves

Halong Bay includes Sung Sot Cave and Thien Cung Cave. They comprise colorful stalagmites looking like natural art.

4. Floating Fishing Villages visit

Get an insight into the lives of local people as they dwell on water in floating villages such as Cua Van. Book a Halong Bay day trip and meet fishermen, to get to know their everyday life and even to go fishing.

5. Swimming and Beach Escapades

Have a rest on the secluded beaches such as Ti Top Island. You can take a swim in the water or hike up for a great view.

Best Places to Visit in Halong Bay

1. Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave)

It is the biggest famous cave in Halong Bay. Once you go inside, you will observe huge rock structures, low-hanging ceilings, and colored lights that make everything inside glow. It is like entering a fairy tale land underground. Book Halong Bay tour 2 days 1 night and visit this place. 

2. Thien Cung Cave or Heavenly Palace Cave

This cave is very beautiful. It contains beautiful stalactites which resemble frozen waterfalls. It is even more amazing to explore because of the colorful lighting. Explore this cave by taking a Halong Bay cruise day tour. 

3. Ti Top Island

The Ti Top Island is known by its small sandy beach and trekking routes. After complete hiking you may relax at the beach and swim in the clear waters.

4. Cua Van Floating Village

It is one of the biggest floating fishing villages. It is the place where floating houses of different colors are inhabited by people. It is possible to visit it by boat or kayak and observe how local people live on the water daily. You can choose Halong Bay 1 day tour and explore this floating village quickly. 

5. Bai Tu Long Bay

Bai Tu Long Bay has beautiful scenery. It is recommended to choose a Halong Bay 1 day tour for a great experience. 

Best Time to Visit Halong Bay 

Spring from March to May:

It is one of the finest times to tour Halong. The weather is sunny and is best for taking a Halong cruise tour and sightseeing. 

Summer from June to August:

It is the highest tourist season for Halong travel. It is humid and swimming and water activities are good. But there might be some tropical storms, so watch the weather forecast. You can go on a Halong Bay day tour during this time and have the best experience. 

Fall from September to November:

Lots of tourists think that it is the finest period for Halong Bay trip. It is cool with clear skies and minimum rain. It is an ideal season to go on cruises, kayak and take Halong tour 1 day. 

Winter from December to February:

It is cooler in winter with an average temperature of 15 to 20 °C. It may be misty and this makes the bay look more beautiful. It is not the best time to go swimming, but still, it is gorgeous period to visit, in case you like fewer people around you.

How to Reach Halong Bay

By Air: There are no direct flights to Halong Bay from India. The closest international airport is Hanoi. Air tickets are between 35000 to 18000 INR.

By Bus/Car: Halong Bay is 170 kilometres from Hanoi. You can reach by car or bus. The cost of the bus ticket is INR 700-1500. The cabs will cost INR 4,000 to 6,000. It is a 3 hour long trip. The Halong Bay day trip also includes transfers.

By Train: You can reach Haiphong by train. It is near Halong Bay. Train tickets from Hanoi to Hai Phong will approximately cost INR 300 to 700.

Best Restaurants in Halong Bay 

Linh Dan Restaurant

Famous Dish: Grilled squid (Cha Muc). It's a local delicacy that you can try on a Halong Bay tour. It is prepared using fresh squid and is quite delicious.

Cua Vang Restaurant

Famous Dish: Seafood Hotpot. It has a large pot of shrimp, fish, and vegetables. They are cooked at the table.

Co Ngu Restaurant

Famous Dish: Steamed Clams with Lemongrass. Steamed clams are served with lemongrass and taste great.