Until now, a Halong Bay tour took 4 hours one way. If you use the highway, you can reach Halong City in just 2.5 hours. Halong Bay is a world heritage site that represents Vietnam and is a famous spot visited by tourists from all over the world. The English guide will explain in detail about the fantastic scenery of Halong Bay, its background, and also the culture and history of Vietnam, so you will become more interested in Vietnam. Rent a car and enjoy an easy tour with a dedicated driver and English guide. ◆Notes About private tours: The car transfer between Hanoi and Halong Bay is private, but the cruise will be with other people. Schedule 9:00: An English guide will pick you up at the hotel. From Hanoi to Halong Bay, it takes about 2.5 hours by highway. We will take a 10-minute break at a SA on the way. 12:00: Arrive at Halong Bay. After a buffet-style lunch on board the cruise ship, you will enjoy a sea kayak or rowboat tour, then visit Sung Sot Cave, and climb the 420 steps to the observation deck on Ti Top Island, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Halong Bay. 17:00: Tea time on deck (coffee, fruit, sweets) 18:00: End of cruise. Return to Hanoi with your English guide. It's about a 2.5 hour drive on the highway. We'll take a 10 minute break at a service area on the way. 20:30: Arrive in Hanoi *Times are approximate.