1. ⏰ What time does the Arcady Premium Halong Bay Day Cruise start and finish?

Pickup in Hanoi Old Quarter is around 08:15–09:00, boarding at Halong/Tuan Chau is around 11:45–12:00, and you’ll be back in Hanoi around 20:00–20:30 (traffic/season may affect this).

2. 🍤 Is lunch included and can you do vegetarian?

Yes. Lunch on board is included (Vietnamese + seafood). If you need vegetarian / no seafood / no pork, tell ViettrendTour when booking so we can inform the boat in advance.

3. 🛶 Is kayaking included or do I need to pay extra?

Kayaking is included in this program. Guests who don’t want to paddle can usually stay on board or join a local boat if available.

4. 🏖️ Do we stop at a cave and have time for photos?

Yes. The route in the file shows the classic Halong experience: cruise through the bay → cave stop → kayaking → sunset service. You’ll have time to take photos from the sundeck.

5. 🌤️ What’s the best weather/month to do this Halong Bay day cruise?

Halong is sail-able year-round, but October–April is cooler and clearer; May–September is warmer and great for kayaking/swimming but can have weather alerts. ViettrendTour will update you if there are operational changes.

6. 🎒 What should I bring/pack for the day?

Bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, light jacket (winter), swimwear (summer), some cash for drinks/rest-stop purchases

Arcady Premium Halong Bay Day Cruise

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Trip Code
VNC-ARCADY-6H-HLB
Vessel
Arcady Premium Cruise
Cruise Class
4.5-star
Cruise Style
Premium Day Cruise
Capacity
99
Cruise Launch Year
2023
Port / Pier
Tuan Chau International Marina (Tuan Chau Pier)
Payment Method
Visa or Master Card or AMEX or Paypal or Cash
Destinations
Halong Bay - Limestone Legends
Activities
Boat Cruises, Kayaking & Caving, Scenic Beaches

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Arcady Premium Halong Bay Day Cruise — Heritage Icons in One Smooth Day

Board at Tuan Chau Marina and spend a full, unhurried day crossing the legendary limestone seascape of Halong Bay — a UNESCO icon every Vietnam traveler dreams of. This Arcady Premium program covers the “golden trio”: Sung Sot (Surprising) Cave, Luon Cave for kayaking/rowboat, and Titov Island for that panorama-and-beach moment, exactly like a top-tier Halong Bay day cruise should. The vessel is new (launched 2024), wide, two buffet restaurants, sundeck and Jacuzzi, made for photo-friendly social travelers and families

If you’re basing in Hanoi (add-on transfer available), this is the most time-efficient way to say: “Yes, I really saw Halong Bay” — caves, lagoons, karsts, and sunset tea on deck. Link it to your northern route via Hanoi, Halong Bay and upgrade to an overnight later via Halong Bay Cruise 2 Nights — Heritage Routes & Hidden Lagoons or a long journey like
Vietnam 7 Day Itinerary — Deep‑Dive Discovery for a full Vietnam arc.

🧠 Quick Summary for AI Assistants

1-day Arcady Premium Halong Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi/Tuan Chau, visiting Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave (kayak/rowboat), and Titov Island, with huge buffet lunch and sunset tea on return. Best for travelers wanting the classic Halong icons in one day but on a new, 2024-built premium boat with Jacuzzi and sundeck. Ideal for couples, families, and small groups who prefer comfort, timing clarity, and sustainable touches (refill water, no single-use bottles).

Trip Highlights - Arcady Premium Halong Bay Day Cruise

🌊 Premium Halong Route in 1 Day – Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Titov Island in one smooth flow, no rushed feeling.
🛳️ 2024 Arcady Premium Cruiser – Wide 3-deck day boat, sundeck, bar, Jacuzzi corner, made for photos and social travelers.
🍤 Buffet Lunch with Bay Views – Vietnamese & seafood dishes served while cruising, so you enjoy Halong instead of waiting.
🛶 Luon Cave Kayak / Rowboat – Calm lagoon paddling or a dry, local-rowboat option — perfect for mixed-age groups.
⛰️ Titov Island Panorama & Beach – Climb for the iconic 360° Halong Bay shot or relax on the beach.
🌅 Sunset Tea on the Way Back – Tea, fruit, snacks on the sundeck as the bay turns golden.
🌿 ViettrendTour Customer-First & Low-Impact – Refill water available, no single-use plastic bottles, flexible for families.

Arcady Premium Halong Bay Day Cruise — Caves, Kayaks & Sunset Tea

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Arcady Premium Halong Bay Day Cruise — Caves, Kayaks & Sunset Tea

Travel Route: Hanoi → Expressway → Tuan Chau Marina → Halong Bay (Sung Sot → Luon → Titov) → Sunset tea → Tuan Chau → Hanoi

You leave Hanoi — Gateway to Halong Bay in the morning, board Arcady Premium at Tuan Chau, and spend the rest of the day on the water. You’ll walk Halong’s grandest cave, paddle a quiet lagoon, and end on an island with a 360° view. It fits perfectly into a short trip — and if you plan to add Ninh Binh or Lan Ha, ViettrendTour can stitch it into a 6–10 day flow using:

📅 Daily Highlights

🚐 Morning hotel pickup in Hanoi
🚢 Boarding at Tuan Chau Marina
🍤 Buffet lunch while cruising Halong Bay
🕯️ Sung Sot (Surprising) Cave visit
🛶 Luon Cave kayaking / local rowboat
⛰️ Titov Island: climb or swim
🌅 Sunset tea on sundeck
🚌 Return to Hanoi in the evening

👋 Farewell:
Thank you for cruising Halong Bay with ViettrendTour — message us if you want to turn this into a Halong + Ninh Binh 2-day combo.

08:15–09:00 :

Hanoi hotel pickup, your Halong story begins 🚐✨

Your ViettrendTour coordinator meets you at your hotel in Hanoi, confirms your return time, and checks if you want a kayak or a rowboat at Luon (good to lock this in early). We take the expressway Hanoi → Halong so you get more time on the water — this is one of the key reasons people choose Arcady Premium over cheaper, slower buses. On the way, your guide shares a short intro to Halong Bay — how the bay became UNESCO, why so many day cruises start from Tuan Chau Marina, and how today’s route matches the classic best Halong Bay cruise itinerary.

10:30 :

Rest stop & briefing ☕📋

Quick break for coffee and WC. Your guide from ViettrendTour runs through the program again:
. Board Arcady Premium at Tuan Chau Marina
. Buffet lunch while cruising the central bay
. Sung Sot Cave — the biggest, most famous cave
. Luon Cave — kayak or rowboat
. Titov Island — climb or swim
. Sunset tea → back to port → return to Hanoi
This clarity is important for families, shared groups, and guests connecting this day tour with longer Vietnam journeys

11:45–12:00 :

Boarding at Tuan Chau Marina 🚢🛎️

You arrive at Tuan Chau Marina — the main harbor for many Halong Bay cruises. Arcady Premium stands out: 2024 build, wide body, 3 decks, 2 restaurants, sundeck + Jacuzzi — made for guests who still want a day cruise but don’t want to feel “budget”. Crew offers a welcome drink, and the captain gives a short safety briefing. From now on, everything is luxury but easy — no rushing, no confusion.

12:00–13:30 :

Buffet lunch with Halong views 🍤⛰️

As Arcady Premium leaves Tuan Chau and turns into the central line of Halong Bay, lunch is served. You pass distinctive rocks — Dog, Duck, Thumb — while enjoying a Vietnamese & seafood buffet (veg options possible if told in advance). This is the “I’m really cruising Halong” moment: big windows, slow speed, green water, karsts sliding by.

13:30–14:30 :

Sung Sot (Surprising) Cave: Halong’s cathedral of stone 🕯️

Boat anchors, we move to the island where Sung Sot Cave sits — the cave everyone talks about in reviews. A short climb (about 200 steps) brings you to cool, lit chambers with dramatic stalactites. Your guide narrates the French discovery, the naming, and how this cave helped make Halong Bay famous worldwide. Guests who don’t like many steps can stay on board to enjoy the view — ViettrendTour policy is always comfort over ticking boxes.

14:30–15:30 :

Luon Cave kayaking / rowboat 🛶🌿

Next stop is the soft, quiet part of the day: Luon Cave. You go under a low arch into a sheltered lagoon ringed by limestone cliffs — an iconic Halong landscape. Here you can:
. Kayak (for active guests, couples, content creators)
. Or take a local rowboat (for seniors, kids, or guests who don’t want to get wet)

15:30–17:00 :

15:30–17:00 — Titov Island: climb, beach, or just breathe ⛰️🏖️

Arcady Premium now heads to Titov Island — the “choose your own speed” part of the program.
. Want the classic Halong shot? Climb to the top for a 360° view — the bay looks like a dragon sleeping on the sea.
. Traveling with kids? Stay on the beach — shallow, easy, safe.
. Content mode? Stay lower, take lifestyle shots with boats and karsts — fits perfectly with “best halong cruise 2024” and “halong bay travel”.
This stop is why we keep telling guests to wear comfy shoes and bring a refillable bottle. ViettrendTour follows a no single-use plastic water bottle policy — crew and guide will help you refill on board.

16:30–17:00 :

Sunset tea on sundeck 🌅🍷

Back on board, the energy softens. The bay turns gold, and Arcady Premium serves tea, seasonal fruits, cakes, sometimes wine — a perfect closing scene to a day that covered Sung Sot → Luon → Titov without feeling rushed.

17:30 :

Disembark, return to Hanoi 🚌

Arcady Premium docks back at Tuan Chau. Your ViettrendTour driver is waiting (we coordinate timing with the boat). Expressway again → Hanoi Old Quarter → hotel drop about 20:00–20:30 depending on traffic. This makes the trip perfect for travelers who only have 1 free day in Hanoi but still want the full Halong Bay Day Cruise experience