Uncover the best of Halong Bay the local Way

"We visited Ha Long Bay with Tuyen. The journey from Hanoi was very comfortable with a private driver, and Tuyen taught us about Vietnam's history during the journey too. We visited a mother of pearl farm on the way, which was super interesting. When we arrived at Ha Long bay, Tuyen guided us through the crowds to a private boat. The boat was perfect - amazing having the space to ourselves and the catering team on board were also lovely. We visited some caves on the cruise and spent the rest of the time relaxing on the boat which was absolutely lovely and just what we needed. Tuyen was very knowledgeable about places we visited and was able to answer any questions we had. He's also great at personalising the trip to your group and made us feel really comfortable. We would definitely recommend! Thank you!! "

"We had an absolutely perfect day in Halong Bay thanks to Tuyen! He was 150% reliable, extremely knowledgeable, and made the whole day both seamless and very interesting. His recommendation to visit beautiful Thien Cung cave before heading out onto the bay was excellent, and enjoying the rest of the day on our own private boat made the experience even more special. The visit to the pearl farm was also fascinating, and we especially appreciated that there was absolutely no pressure to buy anything. Everything was perfectly arranged, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommended!"

"Had a great day with Ruby. First of all the weather was wonderful and the views were beautiful at HaLong Bay. Ruby was on time for the pick up. Smiling and engaging. Knowledgeable about the bay and its history. Informed us of the history of the caves. Was with us the entire time ready to point out details or interesting facts. Also was aware of what was legal to do inside the caves!! Nice to know! It was a nice trip and would recommend using her as your guide for any excursion. "

"I had a great time touring around Hanoi either Trang. She has a lot of experience and told me a lot of great stories. "

"Had the pleasure of booking a private one day tour with Tuyen (pronounced Twin) to Halong bay. Right from the start I knew it was going to be a great trip. Twin contacted me before the trip to ask us what we were interested in doing on the tour. He gave us some options and then offered advice after we discussed our desires. It was truly a unique trip exactly what we wanted and hoped for. Twin picked us up at our hotel in a new SUV that was big and comfortable for the ride to Halong. Twin told us about Vietnam and its history during the ride to Halong. The time flew by. When we arrived he escorted to our private boat for the day. We departed seconds after boarding. Lunch was amazing both the vegetarian option for my wife and the Vietnamese food for me. And, of course, the bay was beautiful, worth the drive over from Hanoi. I can’t think of a better way to see the bay. Highly recommend Tuyen as a guide."

"The trip was lovely, but too expensive. Right at the start, we were asked if we wanted an upgrade for an additional €25. We didn't get to see the pagoda, probably because we didn't want to visit the pearl farm."

"Ruby was my guide during a 12 hour excursion to Halong Bay from Hanoi. The time flew by and the trip was memorable, in large part due to Ruby. Her breadth of knowledge of all things Vietnam, rolled in with her impressive language skills and her own international travel provide lots of local insights, interesting conversations and fun along the way. In the event you're considering hiring a \"local\" ss a guide, you don't need to look any further than Ngoc Ruby!"

"We had a wonderful day with Ruby in Ha Long Bay. She organized everything perfectly according to our wishes. Along the way, we were able to visit a pearl farm before taking a boat trip through Ha Long Bay and visiting a cave."

"Our day with Loan exploring Halong Bay was nothing short of magical. From start to finish, Loan went above and beyond to make our experience special. The breathtaking views, the seamless organization, and the unique touch of having fresh fish delivered by a local fisherman for our lunch made this an adventure to remember. Loan’s warmth, knowledge, and passion truly set the bar high. If you’re looking for an authentic and unforgettable experience, she is the perfect guide. We feel like we’ve made a new local friend!"

"I had the absolute pleasure of having Ruby as my guide during my trip to Hanoi, and I cannot recommend her enough! Ruby is fun, personable, and incredibly well-versed in the local areas and culture, making every moment of the tour engaging and enjoyable. She goes above and beyond to ensure you are well taken care of, checking in every step of the way to make sure you’re having the best experience possible. As someone who travels alone and doesn’t eat much, I initially thought a food tour might not be worth it for me. However, Ruby was so thoughtful and generous—she recommended fantastic spots to eat around the Old Quarter, which turned out to be some of my favourite meals during the trip! Her attention to detail and genuine care for her clients set her apart. Thanks to Ruby, I had an incredible experience in Hanoi. She truly made my trip unforgettable. If you’re considering a guide in Hanoi, you cannot go wrong with Ruby. I highly, highly recommend choosing her—you’ll be in great hands. I’ll definitely be recommending her to anyone I know visiting Hanoi!"