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Discover the Peaceful Side of Ha Long Bay one day trip

private car (7 seated vehicle)

16 seated minivan

Fish rock

Ba Hang caves

Chicken rocks

Thien Cung cave

Thien Cung cave

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Discover the Peaceful Side of Ha Long Bay one day trip

Nature & Outdoor

Car Tour (driver & guide)

Joined 2026

Sammy D.

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Hanoi

English, Vietnamese (Native)

9 hours

Private tour (only you and Sammy D.)

Up to 4 people

If you have seen the busy side of Ha Long Bay, let me show you a quieter one. Travel from Hanoi by private boat along peaceful routes, with fewer crowds and more time to enjoy the spectacular scenery. Explore magnificent Thien Cung Cave, one of Ha Long’s largest caves, famous for its stunning stalactites, and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch on board. With a flexible itinerary, you can experience Ha Long at a relaxed pace.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:00 AM

Meeting Point

At the lobby of your hotel in Hanoi city center (such as Old Quarter and French Quarter)

- I’ll meet you at your hotel in Hanoi, where I’ll warmly welcome you and we’ll begin our journey to Ha Long Bay together.

10:00 AM

Visit the pearl factory

Visit a pearl showroom to see how pearls are made from oysters and browse a selection of beautiful pearl jewelry.

11:00 AM

Check in our private boat cruise

Step aboard our private boat and begin your journey through Ha Long Bay.

10:40 AM

the Magical Thien Cung Cave

Step into the magnificent Thien Cung Cave, one of Ha Long Bay’s largest and most spectacular caves. Discover a magical underground world filled with dramatic rock formations and beautiful stalactites, shaped naturally over millions of years. As we walk deeper into the cave, I’ll share the stories and legends that make Thien Cung such a fascinating part of Ha Long Bay.

12:40 PM

Fabulous seafood lunch while cruising around the Bay

Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch on board while cruising through the breathtaking landscapes of Ha Long Bay. As you dine, admire the bay’s iconic limestone formations, including Stone Dog, Fighting Cocks and Incense Burner Islet, each with its own unique shape and story. Sit back, savor the fresh local seafood and let the spectacular scenery unfold around you.

02:00 PM

Peaceful Sampan or Kayak Adventure at Ba Hang caves

Slow down and enjoy the peaceful beauty of Ba Hang by sampan or kayak. Glide through calm waters surrounded by towering limestone cliffs, hidden caves and the quiet landscapes of Ha Long Bay — a perfect moment to escape the crowds and connect with nature.

02:30 PM

Cruise back to the port

03:00 PM

Check out the boat and get into the car to drive back to Hanoi

05:30 PM

Arrive to your hotel

Arrive back at your hotel in Hanoi, bringing our wonderful Ha Long Bay journey to a happy end.

Ending Point

At the lobby of your hotel in Hanoi city center (such as Old Quarter and French Quarter)

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Professional English speaking tour guide

Private car with AC and experienced separate driver

Private big boat with captain and team

Sampan boat or kayak

Seafood lunch

Entrance tickets

Bottles of water in car

Private car with AC (fuel, parking fee)

+) To 1-4 clients: 7 seated car SUV or MPV such as Kia, Toyota, Expander Mitshubishi

+) To 5-10 clients: 16 seated minivan Ford transit

The vehicles from 2022-2026

To bigger group: I use 35 seated van Thaco or 45 seated van Hyundai Universe or Universe Samco

What‘s not included

Kindly bring cash with you (either in USD or VND)

Drinks (1 dollar for a bottle of water, 2 dollar for beer)

Gratuity upon your appreciation

Tour Important Information

his tour requires a normal level of physical activity.

We will visit a cave that involves approximately 200 steps up and then down.

A seafood lunch will be served on the boat. If you have any food allergies or dietary requirements, please let me know in advance.

My starting time will be flexible upon your current arrival time.

Important message from the supplier

My working time can be flexible

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2026

Sammy D.

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About Tour Guide Sammy D.

Dear valued guests from around the world,

“Xin Chào!” My name is Sammy., and I was born and raised in Hanoi, Vietnam. It is truly my pleasure and honor to be your local expert and companion during your journey through Vietnam.

I graduated from Technology as my major, but I found the tour guide as an amazing job for me since I love sharing Vietnamese culture, history and cuisine. I speak English and am expecting to get German language degree in the near future.

My specialty is creating authentic and unforgettable local experiences through motorbike tours, foodie adventures, hidden gems, and customized shore excursions.

I am passionate about taking travelers beyond the usual tourist routes to discover the true heart of Vietnam that other guides do not take them to. From riding through Hanoi’s hidden alleyways on a motorbike to tasting authentic local cuisine and visiting peaceful countryside villages, my goal is to create the unique authentic experience.

For cruise passengers and travelers with limited time, I carefully design unique shore excursions that make the most of every moment. These experiences may include once-in-a-lifetime motorbike adventures, peaceful escapes in Ha Long Bay away from the crowds, or discovering the hidden side of Hanoi within just a few hours.

I can arrange the private transfers, cruise, hotels and services for package tours.

I would be excited to hear from you and tailor your fabulous trip!!!!

With my very best regards,

Sammy