Northern Vietnam · SHORE EXCURSIONS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 9 shore excursions tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Ha Long Bay’s $89 day cruise, with caves, kayaking, Tiptop Beach, Vietnamese lunch, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“The small boat ride was excellent very calming and peaceful Angela was an excellent guide very knowledgeable and easy to understand”
Cruise from Ha Long International Port through limestone islands, caves, and a pearl farm with lunch, an English-speaking guide, and port transfers.
“The day was beautiful…a little crisp but perfect for layering. Sonny was a thoughtful, flexible and obviously experienced guide. We toured HaLong Bay by boat, saw limestone islands as far as the eye could see, walked up to some of the most Read more”
Trade Ha Long Bay for Hanoi’s Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison, Old Quarter, Train Street coffee, and a local lunch.
“Our first time in Hanoi and Kimo was such a brilliant guide. Explaining all about the history, religion and culture. So many times we said wow on this trip. Such a great way to see all the highlights of Hanoi.”
Review of a $79 Ha Long Bay shore excursion with port pickup, cave visits, kayaking, Vietnamese lunch, and guide support for cruise passengers.
“Was a wonderful tour, very relaxing and enjoyable. Did the full day tour and wasn't sure I would like the included lunch, but is was delicious!”
See Hanoi’s key landmarks on a private shore excursion from Halong Bay, with a guide, Vietnamese lunch, entrance fees, and port transfers.
“Long ride from Port to Hanoi, but worth it. Great dinner. Timing needs some work since we arrived at Hanoi Hilton as it was closing.”
Explore Thien Cung Cave, Dau Go Cave, and Ha Long Bay on a small-group shore excursion with lunch and an English-speaking guide.
“Booked this thinking this was a normal tour. The operator mentioned this was for excursions for cruise tours. They made it a private tour and I had the whole boat to myself - now that's an idea for a private party. The location is less busier thaRead more”
Review of a full-day Hanoi shore trip from Halong Port, with Old Quarter walks, Train Street, lunch, temples, and cruise-safe timing.
“Had a wonderful day in Hanoi exploring all the sights. Our tour guide GAM, was very knowledgeable and helpful. She was also very flexible with helping to go to the best locations.”
Review of a private Hanoi shore excursion from Ha Long Port, covering Hanoi's key sights, lunch, transport, guides, value, and practical drawbacks.
“Excellent professional guide and friendly service! Highly recommended to best visit the bustling city of Hanoi..”
Review of a six-hour private Ha Long Bay cruise from the port, with Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, kayaking, lunch, and flexible service.
“We were happy with this cruise. The guide was very accommodating. And she was very patient with us .”
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