The Vietnamese claim that Halong Bay is a wonder of the world and I must say I do agree. I joined a small group on the day tour to Halong Bay. Took us around 3.5 hours to get to the Halong Bay pier with a rest stop at a large souvenirs shop which in my opinion can be skipped. Tour operator could have taken the highway which would have shaved off the journey by 1.5 hours. The cruise on board the boat was nice though, accompanied by a seafood lunch. The scenery was breathtaking and one must visit the 2 largest caves (by walking) in Halong Bay. Prior to exploring the caves, you will transfer to a small boat to explore the stalactites within the cave. This is the time when you can also choose to kayak and do a little of your own exploration but we were interested in taking photos and hence chose the ‘lazy’ option of someone rowing the boat for us. Overall the experience is well worth it. The next time I return to Halong Bay, I will definitely choose to stay a couple of days there.

This trip was amazing for nature lover. This is very suitable for the people who go short trip to Hanoi cuz they got to taste the beauty of Halong Bay. First at all, cruise is nice and clean. We sit in the boat and enjoy the view all the way. Lunch on the boat was good. Quite a lot of choice. Activities are interesting especially bamboo boat was fun . Last but not least, our tour guide, Hung was very knowledgeable and easy to approach. Thanks

Ha Long Bay day tour on Phoenix day cruise! Amazing experience! pick up service at your hotel in the morning friendly tour guide and good food prepare for hot weather!

Good company to choose for a day trip to Halong Bay. They do offer several nights on the bay as well. Our guide Hom did a wonderful job entertaining the group for the 3 hour trip back and forth from Hanoi. Gave us facts and jokes about the area. The boat ride itself is pretty good; lunch served was mostly seafood and appreciated. Halong Bay, the cave, the bamboo boat ride were amazing! Highly recommended!

Day trip! My fiancé and I thoroughly enjoyed our day trip to Halong Bay. The duration was just right and we got to experience bamboo boating at the bay + walk through the Thien Cung caves. Remember to bring some cash to tip your rower if you choose the bamboo boating option (over kayaking). Our guide, Cody, was very knowledgeable and friendly - he shared many fun facts about Vietnam & made sure we all got to see the interesting limestone forms in the caves.