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15 Tours with a Buffet in Hanoi to Build a Day Around

24 tours  ·  from $28

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 tours with a buffet worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming - Boarding at Tuan Chau Harbor
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Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming

1.Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,512 reviews · from $48Our pick

Spend 11 to 12 hours traveling from Hanoi to Halong Bay by shuttle bus and modern cruise boat. Guide names vary, with Minh, Tim, Duc, Binh, and others praised for clear service. Expect Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, kayaking or a bamboo boat, buffet lunch, and a sunset party.

“Magnificent scenery and well scheduled itinerary. Bamboo boat riding was a memorable activity of whole trip”

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Ninh Binh Day Trip: Bai Dinh-Trang An-Mua Cave, Buffet, Boat, Bus - Bai Dinh Pagoda and its oversized numbers
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Ninh Binh Day Trip: Bai Dinh-Trang An-Mua Cave, Buffet, Boat, Bus

2.Ninh Binh Day Trip: Bai Dinh-Trang An-Mua Cave, Buffet, Boat, Bus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,183 reviews · from $55

Spend 11 to 12 hours exploring Ninh Binh from Hanoi. Visit record-setting Bai Dinh Pagoda, eat a Vietnamese buffet, row through Trang An caves, and climb nearly 500 steps at Mua Cave. The tour includes transport, tickets, lunch, water, and an English-speaking guide, with groups capped at 29.

“Enjoyable and educational visit to Ninh Binh where we learnt about Vietnamese history at the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Had a lovely time cruising down the river through limestone caves and a challenging climb to what was a phenomenal view of the area. U need to put aside some money for tips but it was a day we'll spent.”

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Buffet on Paradise Delight Dining Cruise Halong Bay Tour - What your $38 includes
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Buffet on Paradise Delight Dining Cruise Halong Bay Tour

3.Buffet on Paradise Delight Dining Cruise Halong Bay Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,034 reviews · from $38

Spend about four hours aboard Paradise Delight, a modern dining ship in Halong Bay. You get a buffet lunch or dinner, canapés, scenic cruising, cave visits with illuminated stalactites and stalagmites, and an entertainment program. The activity starts and ends at Halong Bay.

“great, tasty food and very funny staff , everything was simple but luxurious, a great experience, I like everything here, reasonable prices, anyone who hasn't been here should come and experience it once, it's worth it.”

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Best Halong 5 star Day Trip, inclusive,buffet,cave,kayak,transfer - Morning pickup from Hanoi’s Old Quarter
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Best Halong 5 star Day Trip, inclusive,buffet,cave,kayak,transfer

4.Best Halong 5 star Day Trip, inclusive,buffet,cave,kayak,transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 933 reviews · from $45

You’ll spend a long day on Halong Bay with an English-speaking guide, six-plus hours aboard a modern cruise, a seafood buffet, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, kayaking or a bamboo boat at Luon Cave, and a sunset party. Duy is one guide specifically praised for smooth organization.

“Speed boat ride through the Ha Long Bay & cave visiting were very enjoyable. Food & guide were also very good.”

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Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Trip - Luxury Cruise & Buffet Lunch - The limousine ride and the early Hanoi pickup
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Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Trip – Luxury Cruise & Buffet Lunch

5.Ha Long Bay Day Trip – Luxury Cruise & Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 673 reviews · from $62

Spend 12 hours moving from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay in a comfortable limousine, then cruise among limestone islands aboard a 5-star boat. You’ll visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, swim at Ti Top Island, and finish with a sunset snack party. Guides such as Tinh, Henry, and Jason lead the day.

“Trinh was an amazing guide - we had such a good time and learnt a lot about the history and the area. The activities were so well organised and the boat, food and service was top notch. Everything ran so smoothly right from pickup. Highly recommend - it’s great value and a must see. A personal thanks from us, Trinh, for a memorable day. We wish you the best with the future and will carry very happy memories of our day at Ha Long Bay ☺️”

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From Hanoi: Hoa Lu & Tam Coc with Buffet lunch & Cycling - The buffet lunch: plentiful, practical, and not gourmet
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From Hanoi: Hoa Lu & Tam Coc with Buffet lunch & Cycling

6.Hoa Lu & Tam Coc with Buffet lunch & Cycling

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 616 reviews · from $28Best value

Travel from Hanoi to Hoa Lu and Tam Coc with an English-speaking guide such as Kenny, Sofia, or Toan. Visit royal temples, eat a local buffet, row through limestone caves, cycle village lanes, and optionally climb Hang Mua’s 500 steps.

“The tour itself was well run, and our guide Hanna was very engaging and fun. The activities were better than described and exceeded our expectations.”

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Halong Bay: Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet, Kayak, Swim - The road from Hanoi to Tuan Chau Harbor
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Halong Bay: Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet, Kayak, Swim

7.Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet, Kayak, Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 456 reviews · from $42

You’ll cruise Halong Bay from Hanoi with an English-speaking guide such as Minh, James, Tim, or Trung, depending on the departure. Expect Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave kayaking or a bamboo boat, TiTop Island, a buffet lunch, and a lively sunset party.

“Today was amazing! The views were incredible, food was incredible & all made even more enjoyable by the lovely tour guide James!”

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Halong bay 5star Cruise Day Trip: Buffet lunch & Limousine bus - Boarding at 11:45 and settling in for lunch
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Halong bay 5star Cruise Day Trip: Buffet lunch & Limousine bus

8.Halong bay 5star Cruise Day Trip: Buffet lunch & Limousine bus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 388 reviews · from $35

Travel from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay by limousine bus, board at Tuan Chau Marina, and spend the day among limestone islets. Your guide leads you through Surprise Cave and Titop Island, with a seafood buffet, cooking class, optional kayaking, and a sunset party on the return cruise.

“Halong Bay is amazing! If you can't stay the night out there, then do this tour! Our guide Thanh was fantastic!”

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Halong Bay Day Tour Luxury Cruise With Jacuzzi and Buffet Lunch - Boarding at noon and lunch on the bay
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Halong Bay Day Tour Luxury Cruise With Jacuzzi and Buffet Lunch

9.Halong Bay Day Tour Luxury Cruise With Jacuzzi and Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews · from $50

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Hanoi to Halong Bay, with roughly six hours on a premium boat. You’ll visit Sung Sot Cave, hike or swim at Titop Island, kayak or take a bamboo boat, enjoy a buffet lunch, and finish with fruit, cake, and sunset. Guide Sam is frequently praised for his helpful, clear explanations.

“Good experience and nice hosting by the staff and also organised well”

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Sea Lion Luxury 5-Star Halong Day Cruise,Buffet Lunch,Shuttle Bus - Boarding the Cozy Bay Premium Cruise
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Sea Lion Luxury 5-Star Halong Day Cruise,Buffet Lunch,Shuttle Bus

10.Sea Lion Luxury 5-Star Halong Day Cruise,Buffet Lunch,Shuttle Bus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · from $56

Spend 11 to 12 hours from Hanoi exploring Halong Bay by Cozy Bay Premium Cruise. You’ll visit Surprise Cave and Titop Island, kayak or take a bamboo boat at Hang Luon, eat a 30-dish buffet, and return by limousine bus. Guides such as Timtam, Jacky, Peter, and Jason have earned especially warm praise.

“Superb. My second time but this time with Viator, its more impressive. It meets my expectation. Limousine bus, buffet lunch, cave tour and the boat ride were amazing.”

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From Hanoi: Ha Long Bay 5-star Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch - Boarding the cruise and paying the extra fees
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From Hanoi: Ha Long Bay 5-star Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch

11.Ha Long Bay 5-star Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 258 reviews · from $50

Spend a full day cruising Ha Long Bay with guides such as Jacky, Sam, or Robert Hung. You will visit Surprise Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, climb Titop Island, swim, and eat a buffet lunch aboard a comfortable boat.

“We had an amazing experience from start to finish. Our guide Robert Hung was fantastic- full of information all day. Coach was comfortable. Lunch buffet was great. Visiting the caves was an amazing experience as well as the sped boat ride. Totally recommend to family & friends.”

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Ninh Binh Full-Day Trip to Trang An Mua Cave Hoa Lu Buffet Lunch - Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s former capital
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Ninh Binh Full-Day Trip to Trang An Mua Cave Hoa Lu Buffet Lunch

12.Ninh Binh Full-Day Trip to Trang An Mua Cave Hoa Lu Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 228 reviews · from $52

Spend about 12 hours exploring Hoa Lu, rowing through Trang An’s caves, cycling rural lanes, and climbing Mua Cave’s steps. Hotel pickup, lunch, bottled water, entrance fees, and an English-speaking guide are included. Guides such as Happy, Leo, Loan, and Tommy have led past departures.

“This was a great tour seeing some of the major sites. Our tour guide Happy was fantastic and was very well on track with everything. The boat ride was a bit too long but other than that everything was perfect.”

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From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Tour Highlights - Transfer & Buffet Lunch - Hoa Lu and the first capital of Vietnam
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From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Tour Highlights – Transfer & Buffet Lunch

13.Ninh Binh Tour Highlights – Transfer & Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 198 reviews · from $35

Travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh by air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide, then choose sights such as Hoa Lu or Bai Dinh, Trang An or Tam Coc, and Mua Cave. Guide Dang has earned praise for clear help and good timing. Expect a long day, hot sun, and a simple Vietnamese buffet.

“The weather was pretty hot, make sure you bring sunglass and hats, overall it was amazing view and experience”

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Exploring Bai Dinh Pagoda -Trang An -Mua Cave with Buffet Lunch 1 Day From Hanoi - A local buffet lunch with goat meat
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Exploring Bai Dinh Pagoda -Trang An -Mua Cave with Buffet Lunch 1 Day From Hanoi

14.Exploring Bai Dinh Pagoda -Trang An -Mua Cave with Buffet Lunch 1 Day From Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · from $48

Join a small-group day trip from Hanoi to Bai Dinh Pagoda, Trang An, and Mua Cave. You’ll ride through Ninh Binh, eat a buffet lunch with goat meat, row through four caves, and climb about 500 steps for wide views. Guides such as Ruby and Jack are praised for clear, friendly help.

“If you're in Hanoi, don't hesitate—book these tour packages. The team was super responsive and cooperative. Thanks to them, I made it back to Hanoi to catch my flight to another city on time. Highly recommended.”

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Ninh Binh Tour: Deluxe & Small Group Tam Coc Hoa Lu - Boat, Biking, Buffet Lunch - The 7:25 am departure from Hanoi
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Ninh Binh Tour: Deluxe & Small Group Tam Coc Hoa Lu – Boat, Biking, Buffet Lunch

15.Ninh Binh Tour: Deluxe & Small Group Tam Coc Hoa Lu – Boat, Biking, Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · from $39

Spend 10 hours exploring Ninh Binh by limousine bus, visiting Hoa Lu, cruising through Tam Coc’s caves, cycling past villages, and eating a Vietnamese buffet. Guides such as Linh, Long, Loi, and Peter Hoang have been praised for friendly service and clear local insight.

“Tour was excellent. Tour guide Zing was knowledgeable and made it very enjoyable. Loved the bike ride through local village and the boat ride”

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