Bai Tu Long bay Shore Excursions

Nontouristic Bai Tu Long bay private day tour from Hanoi/ Halong/Hai Phong

Duration: 11 hours
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Quick Details

  • Tour location: Bai Tu Long bay in Van Don area
  • Departure: 6:30 am
  • Tour Duration: 11 hours
  • Tour Runs: Minimum 2 persons. Maximum on request

Spend your day on an awesome day to go off the beaten track to see hidden gem of Bai Tu Long day cruise, another bay belongs to Van Don bay area with Hanoi Eco Tour . You will experience the rustic beauty and less-visited bay with the magnificent beauty of limestone island, hike DOng Trong island. Enjoy a day with fun activities such as checking out the less-visited island, cave exploration, hiking the island for the amazing panoramic view from the top, lunch on board with fresh seafood and travel off the tourist trail in Bai Tu Long bay

We also offer this tour for Shore excursion passengers from Halong bay. 

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Nontouristic Bai Tu Long bay private day tour from Hanoi/ Halong/Hai Phong

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Overview of Bai Tu Long bay 1 day tour from Hanoi 

Duration: 12 hours (6.30am to 18.30pm) 
Pick up and drop off : At your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or any other places 5 kilometers from Hanoi Old Town

Style of Tour: 100% of our tour are PRIVATE which means that you have your own experience

A private Halong Bay cruise with lots of tourists costs around USD 215 per person, what would you pick touristy or non-touristy option with almost a little price and scenery and the same things to do like an overnight trip sharing with 30 other people, Which one do you choose?

Highlights of this Bai Tu Long bay day cruise

  • Truly off the tourist trail route, we hardly see tourists on the way. You might be the only one in the bay
  • Untouched natural beauty as known as not a famous tourist attraction
  • There is plenty of space for taking cool photos because of not many tourists around you. 
  • See the secret viewpoint to see a panoramic view of the bay
  • Explore undiscovered caves with ancient people used to live there
  • Swimming in a private beach with crystal clear water or jumping off the boat (You can’t do it in on a Halong Bay tour)
  • Visit oyster farm only known by locals
  • Kayaking amongst oyster farm surrounded by amazing limestone mountains is really unique (Summertime only from May to August) 
  • Vegetarian option is available 
  • No tourist trap 

Who shouldn’t go on this Bai Tu Long one day cruise from Van Don

If you are traveling on a budget then you aren’t suitable for this cruise option. Why are this tour is a bit pricy than other tours in Halong Bay because of followings reasons

  • Travelling on freeways but comfortable with high toll fee (Over 400 kilometers or 250 miles round trip – a) 
  • The distance is 60 kilometers further than Halong Bay so the transfer rate is higher
  • Hiring a boat in Van Don area with limited choice, we often pay 50% extra for boat services!
  • For those who just want to see the highlights, taking some nice check-in photos. Because this tour is for those who like an authentic and unique adventure with fun activities, experience local living and enjoy local food
  • For those who like to see Trip Advisor review and follow what others did because we are taking you to infamous tourist attractions. 

PLEASE NOTE: This Bai Tu Long day tour regularly sells out… We highly recommend booking as soon as possible to avoid missing out!

Itinerary of Bai Tu Long day cruise

6.30 am : Our guide will meet and greet you up at your hotel lobby in the Old quarter area depart for Bai Tu Long bay day cruise. After 3 hours drive in new freeway, arrive in Cai Rong port,

10.00 am : Show your passport to border police to check and check in the boat

Board on a traditional junk to explore magnificent Bai Tu Long passing by stunning limestone mountains,  local oyster farms, cruise amongst amazing rock formations dated back 500 million years ago. 

11:45 Enjoy kayaking to get a closer look at the amazing rock formations,  floating houses and oyster farms.(Optional) . You will be the only one in a super peaceful area without a single tourist around you. 

Jump off the boat and swim in crystal clear seawater (Optional) 

Note : If you don’t like to swim or kayak, we can offer a motorbike ride ( you sit on the back of the motorbike like passengers) to ride around a local island (less visited by tourists) 

Back to the boat for having lunch with seafood menu (We do offer vegetarian food as well) 

Admire the stunning beauty of Bai Tu long on the sundeck whilst cruising further.

14:30 Hiking to see amazing Dong Trong cave, which is known as the biggest cave in Bai Tu Long Bay area . Continue hiking up to reach its top of the island to see a panoramic view of Bai Tu Long bay and Cai Rong port. A great chance for shooting cool pictures

15:15 Disembark Cai Rong port.Get on our car and drive back to Hanoi

Stop for refreshments on the way 

6:30 Arrive in Hanoi and farewell.

This tour can be customized based on your interest 

Note:

  • We also offer tours for shore excursion passengers
  • If you are staying in Halong, we will be leaving the hotel around 8.20am
  • The itinerary can be changed without prior notice
  • Bring your original passport and evisa letter (You can download and print from the files (for those who got visa exemption, there is a entry stamp in one of the page in your passport) 
  • We are leaving the hotel early so ask the hotel to prepare takeaway breakfast the night before
  • We offer Bai Tu Long cruise day tour from Van Don for travellers in Northern Vietnam who like to cruise the bay off the beaten track . Our Bai Tu Long tours is non-touristic and no tourist traps. 
  • If you want to depart later, we are happy to change the schedule. 
  • If you stay in Halong, we will offer a customized Bai Tu Long day cruise that departs from Halong. Please contact us via email at info@hanoiecotour.com or Whatsapp at +84.974.313.104 for further information. 

Things to bring

  • Sun cream
  • Sung glasses
  • Hats
  • Towels (If you want to swim)
  • Buck spray
  • Walking shoes
  • Flip flops
  • Rain ponchos
  • Cash in VND

 

Price :599 USD for 2 people, 639 USD For 3 people, 699 USD for 4 people

Promotion price: 259 USD per person (Group of 2 people), 199 USD per person(Group of 3 people), 150 USD per person (Group from 4 people). Only 30 first bookings from 15th of May to 30th of June, 2024. 

Book now to get good deals or pay a high price, WhatsApp us at +84974313104

Promotion price 

Included

  • Experienced English speaking tour guide
  • Transfer by private car 
  • Lunch with fresh seafood onboard
  • Private cruise in Bai Tu Long bay (Decor rustic) 
  • Kayaking around the stunning lagoon
  • A water bottle per person per day

Excluded

  • $50 extra for the minivan 16 seaters (Good for group from 5 people) 
  • Tipping for tour guide and driver
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel Insurance

Note : Activities that you take part is more than the activities of an overnight boat and the price for a private tour. So it’s a reasonable price not a high price. 

Why to book Bai Tu Long Bay one day tour from Hanoi with Hanoi Eco Tour

Experienced and dedicated team

Our founder has been working in the tourism industry over 10 years includes 4 years working as in-house English speaking tour guide for a Halong Bay cruise so he knows the bay at its best. On the other hand, we have done well-researched on this new route

Down to earth information : 

We ourselves used to serve ton of customers over the pass 10 years, we know what you want : looking for a trust-worthy company and the rate is published on our website to make sure that you are our target clients or not before contacting us. On the other hand, all articles on this website from our real life experience and you can’t find the same thing from scammers. 

A series of articles about providing detailed information of Bai Tu Long bay, Van Don, Quan Lan island, please check on our blog which proves that we are the reliable persons who spends lots of time and effort in providing a great trip for our beloved clients. 

We don’t show off reviews on Trip Advisors, Because there is a lot of them are FAKE but ours are authentic from visitors who have done the tours with us 

Complete by selling value not price 

Unlike other companies offering lots of services at the same time. We, Hanoi Eco Tour, focus on offering tours to Bai Tu Long Bay in a unique route that you can’t either do it yourselves or with other agents

Frequently asked questions for Bai Tu Long Bay tour

Is this worth it to spend just a day in Bai Tu Long Bay?

Yes, of course. Thanks to new expressway, it just only takes 3.5 hours each way to get to Van Don. This cruise route is unique, off the beaten track and non-touristy; which you never find in any other seat in coach or private tour to the famous Halong Bay

Is the scenery of Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long bay is the same?

Yes, it is pretty much the same with also limestone karts mountains but less than Halong Bay

Which Bai Tu Long bay day cruise is the best?

There are only several companies offering the trip to Bai Tu Long Bay. If you are looking for a common tour then Swan Cruise is a good choice, but for nontouristy Bai Tu Long Bay, Hanoi Eco Tour is the only company that is organizing this type of tour that takes you off the beaten track to see untouched island, ZERO tourist spot for kayaking amount limestone mountains. 

Is Halong Bay too touristy?

SUPER touristy because it is the common option for travellers. I believe, if they know the unique route which we offer, they may consider this tour option

Can you swim in Bai Tu Long bay?

We do have our private area for swimming, just for our guests

Is Bai Tu Long Bay worth visiting?

Yes, it is. The bay got high recommendation on Trip Advisor

Can you do this day trip as an independent traveller?

Yes, you can. But the budget is high (From 500 USD ). 

Is there anything that you can do to save the cost?

yes, Instead of taking a private car. You can take a sharing van. But the problem of longer waiting time. If you start at the hotel at 6.30am, you may get to Ao Tien port around 10.30am which is 1 hour later than a private car. Then when you get back, you need to wait for the car about half an hour. 

At the end of the day, you only save 60 USD for the whole group. Do you think it is worth it?

Do you use a sail boat or a motorboat in Bai Tu Long  bay?

We use motorboats in Bai Tu Long bay, because all of Bai Tu long bay tours offer to many guests and cruise a long distance. 

When is the best time to visit Bai Tu Long ?

From September to December, which is fall and winter in Vietnam, less raining. 

If you don’t mind the heat then summertime from May to August, it is way less touristy than Halong Bay and Lan Ha bay. 

How does the boat look like?

It decors rustic. Not as fancy as the boat in Halong

Is this tour for shore excursion passengers from Halong?

Yes. It’s only 1 hour drive from Hanoi which is pretty suitable for cruise passengers who want to take a day trip to explore the bay tour and avoid the big crowd in Halong. 

How to save the cost for this tour?

You may take the option of taking a shared limousine from Hanoi. You may save 60 USD for 2 people but you need to wait from half an hour to 1 hour to catch the limousine, which means that you use time to save money. 

Is there any toilet onboard?

Yes, it is. 

Is it safe for kids when going kayaking?

We suggest kids kayaking with parents. It’s safe because we do provide lifevests

Will it be wavy or rough on the water?
We are crusing around the bay which is surrounded by hundred of limestone mountains so the water is calm waterways.

How to book 

Hanoi Eco Tour’s team only provides services that we think we can do it at our best

You need to book a unique Bai Tu Long bay day cruise and don’t concerned much about price instead of a reliable tour agent which you can trust, please don’t contact

You can book in the form below or contact us for further information via email at info@hanoiecotour.com or Whatsap at +84974313104

Hope to serve your beloved clients

David Nguyen

Hanoi Eco Tour team

Feb 11, 2024

Bai Tu Long bay day cruise

Happy guests kayaking in the Bai Tu Long day cruise trip

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Swimming in a private beach in Bai Tu Long bay

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Oyster farm in Bia Tu Long bay

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