If you book the “Depart from Hanoi” option, we’ll pick you up at your hotel/stay in the Old Quarter area between 05:30 AM – 06:00 AM. Please be ready in the lobby on time to ensure a smooth and timely departure. If your hotel is outside the Old Quarter, please kindly make your way to your meeting point at Hanoi Opera House (No. 1 Trang Tien Street). We will inform you of the exact pick-up time one day before departure. The drive to Halong Bay takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. Important: Late arrivals or no-shows will miss the tour and no refund will be provided. We recommend arriving 5 minutes early to make sure you don’t miss the pick-up.

For guests booking the “Depart from Halong” option (no transfer included), please make your own way to Counter No. 28, Halong International Cruise Port by 08:20 AM for check-in and boarding. If you arrive late, you will miss the cruise and no refund will be provided.

The Sea Octopus team warmly welcomes your guests at Ha Long International Cruise Port with a vibrant traditional drum performance. Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink as your crew introduces the day’s schedule. Enjoy a light breakfast on board while the Sea Octopus Cruise glides smoothly over the sparkling waves and prepares you for an unforgettable journey through the World.

An ideal stop for guests to immerse themselves in the crystal-clear waters or conquer the summit of Titop Island for a breathtaking panoramic view of the heritage bay from above.

Glide through Luon Cave by bamboo boat or kayak, where crystal-clear waters reflect towering limestone cliffs in a peaceful emerald setting. (*) This service is not included in the tour price. Guests who choose not to participate may relax with other delightful activities on board.

Delight your senses with a grand buffet of over 60 dishes, featuring Asian–Western fusion and local specialties.

The largest and most magnificent cave in Ha Long Bay, with sparkling stalactites and stalagmites carved by nature into unique.

Savor cakes, fruits and refreshing mocktail by the surreal beauty of Ha Long Bay at sunset, when the cruise is returning to Ha Long International Cruise Port.

Return: After the cruise, you will take a car from Ha Long International Port back to Hanoi. Drop-off will be at the first meeting point or your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter. The trip ends at around 19:30. Thank you for choosing Sea Octopus Cruise!