Detailed Timetable of Halong Bay Cruise Tours During the Day (Morning, Afternoon, Evening)

Halong Bay, one of the world’s natural heritage sites with the majestic beauty of over 1,969 limestone islands, is always an attractive destination for both domestic and international tourists. To meet the diverse needs of visitors, tour organizers have designed various time slots for visiting the bay, from short tours lasting a few hours to full-day tours, and even dinner cruises and event cruises.

Tour Time Slots:

  • Short Tour: 3-4 hours (morning, afternoon)
  • Medium Tour: 5-6 hours (morning, afternoon)
  • Long Tour: 7-8 hours (full day)
  • Dinner Tour: 3 hours

Currently, visitors can choose from many types of tours with different durations. The short tour lasting 3-4 hours is suitable for those who have limited time and mainly want to sightsee, while the medium tour of 5-6 hours allows you to have more experiences and spend more time at each sightseeing spot.

For those who want to explore Halong Bay more thoroughly, the long tour of 7-8 hours is an ideal choice. In addition, there is also a dinner tour lasting 3 hours, offering a unique nighttime experience on the bay, viewing the city.

Tour TypeDeparture TimeBoats
4-hour TourMorning: 08:00 Afternoon: 12:00• Traditional wooden boats: Ha Binh, Toan Thang, Huy Loc
6-hour TourMorning: 09:00 Afternoon: 12:00• Traditional wooden boats: Ha Binh, Huy Loc• 2-deck iron boats: Wego, Alova, Wonder Bay• 3-deck iron boats (99 passengers): Apollo, Sonata…
Lunch Tour, City Sightseeing09:30• Saquila Yacht
7-hour TourMorning: 08:30, 09:40• 3-deck iron boats (99 passengers): Huy Loc – Ambassador Cruise (500 passengers)
8-hour TourMorning: 10:00• 3-deck iron boats (99 passengers): Maia Cruise, Amethyst Cruise, Iris Cruise, La Casta Daily Cruise
Dinner TourEvening: 18:00• Cruise ships (99 – 500 passengers): Ambassador Cruise, Sea Octopus Cruise, Saquila Yacht, Iris Cruise

Morning Halong Bay Tour Times

Morning tours usually start at 8:00 or 9:00 AM, which is an ideal time to explore Halong Bay. The 4-hour tour starting at 8:00 AM takes visitors to famous sites such as Fighting Cocks Islet, Thien Cung Cave, Dau Go Cave, and the Ba Hang area. The 6-hour tour departing at 9:00 AM covers attractive destinations like Luon Cave, Titop Island, and Sung Sot Cave, along with activities such as swimming, cave exploration, and mountain climbing for sightseeing.

Afternoon Halong Bay Tour Times

Afternoon tours typically depart at 12:00 PM, offering the opportunity to watch the stunning sunset over the bay. The 4-hour afternoon tour ends at 4:00 PM, while the 6-hour tour lasts until 6:00 PM, allowing visitors to enjoy breathtaking sunset moments. This time of day is usually less crowded than the morning and provides beautiful lighting for photography.

Sunset on Vream Cruise
Sunset on Vream Cruise

Dinner Cruise on the Bay

The dinner tour is a unique experience, starting at 6:00 PM and lasting until 9:00 PM. Visitors will enjoy a luxurious dinner on the cruise ship in the romantic ambiance of the sunset and the sparkling lights from Ha Long City. This is the perfect choice for couples or special celebrations. With the dinner tour, the boats do not move much but will certainly provide an extremely exciting experience.

Dinner Cruise tour
Dinner Cruise tour on Ambassador cruise

Types of Halong Bay Tours

4-Hour Tour focuses on the main attractions of Halong Bay:

  • Fighting Cocks Islet
  • Stone Dog Islet
  • Incense Burner Peak
  • Thien Cung Cave
  • Dau Go Cave
  • Kayaking at Ba Hang

6-Hour Tour, the most popular tour with farther destinations and more experiences:

  • Luon Cave (kayaking, bamboo boat rowing)
  • Titop Island (swimming, mountain climbing)
  • Sung Sot Cave

7-8 Hour Tour offers the most complete experience, with ample time to enjoy the scenery as in the 6-hour tour. In addition, you can participate in activities and relax on the boat:

  • Resting and relaxing
  • Photography
  • Experience onboard activities: afternoon tea, sunset watching, sunbathing, using Jacuzzi hot tubs.

Types of Halong Bay Cruises

Visitors can choose among various types of boats, not only traditional wooden boats but also new generations of modern and extremely luxurious cruises.

  • Traditional wooden boats imbued with Vietnamese cultural features, suitable for short tours of 4-6 hours.
  • Modern 2-deck and 3-deck iron boats, more suitable for longer tours with many amenities.
  • Luxury cruises specially designed for dinner tours and 7–8-hour tours, offering a luxurious and high-class experience. These cruises can accommodate from 150 to 500 guests.

Some Halong Bay Cruises You Can Choose

Saquila Yacht

  • 150-passenger yacht
  • Specializes in lunch (City Voyage) and dinner (The Yacht Dining) culinary tours
  • Suitable for hosting luxurious events
Saquila Yatch Ha Long
Saquila Yatch Ha Long

Ambassador Cruise

  • 500-passenger cruise ship
  • 7-hour tour departing at 08:30 AM
  • Dinner tour featuring fireworks viewing and musical performances
Ambassador day cruise Overview 2
Ambassador day cruise

Sea Octopus Cruise

  • 300-passenger cruise ship
  • 7-hour tour departing at 09:00 AM
  • Dinner tour with musical performances
Sea Octopus Cruise- 8 hour
Sea Octopus Cruise- 8 hour

Symphony Cruise

  • 250-passenger cruise ship
  • 7.5-hour tour departing at 09:30 AM
  • Dinner tour
  • Features 2 hot tubs
Symphony cruise
Symphony cruise

Iris Cruise

  • 99-passenger cruise ship
  • 7-hour tour departing at 10:00 AM
  • Dinner tour with TANYA showIris By Night
Iris Cruise
Iris Cruise

Amethyst Cruise

  • 100-passenger cruise ship
  • 8-hour tour departing at 10:00 AM
  • Features Jacuzzi hot tub
Amethyst Cruise
Amethyst cruise

All the cruises are modernly equipped and provide professional services. Each cruise has its own unique features in design and service, from luxurious to distinctive styles, meeting the diverse needs of tourists.

You should book your tour at least 1–2 days in advance and carefully check the itinerary and included services. Tours of 6–8 hours are recommended to have the most complete experience of Halong Bay. With morning tours, visitors will have the opportunity to watch the beautiful sunrise, while afternoon tours offer impressive sunset scenes. Don’t forget to bring swimwear and a camera to capture the best memories of your trip!

 

 

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Đinh Hiếu Minh

The author of articles on the Vivu Halong website has 15 years of experience working in the tourism industry, particularly specializing in Halong Bay cruises. I wish to share information and my experiences with readers to help you plan your trip and enjoy the best of Ha Long Bay.

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