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As the largest Halong Bay cruise tour operator, Jasmine Cruise offers a cruise experience which combines the bay's magnificent scenery with a taste of Vietnam's rich traditional culture, while ensuring all the amenities and services discerning travellers expect. Jasmine Cruise stands among the most reputable and sought after cruise operators, providing authentic cruises to affordable prices. We welcome you to Halong Bay.

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Bhaya Classic boats I, II, III and IV have been refreshed in an effort to create a more elegant feel and updated appearance for guests. During Summer 2015, the interiors of all the cabins in each vessel were refurbished with new wooden floors, wooden panels, an updated set of beddings and room decorations.

The new look was officially revealed in September 2015, and incorporates the “beauty of nature inspired the new classical and traditional decoration.” Green and brown hues are meant to create a comfortable and harmonic atmosphere.

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The finest luxury experience in halong bay.

Crown Legend Cruises is where Halong Bay becomes the most memorable and finest luxury experience of your lifetime. Whether it’s your first-time journey or an exciting come-back trip to the site, the sweet combination of luxurious world-class 5-star cruise and top-notch service quality brings guests a totally different Halong Bay in a cultural voyage in the UNESCO Heritage Site.

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A cruise trip with Crown Legend Cruise never gets bored with an exciting list of onboard and off-board activities in Halong Bay , where guests can immerse themselves in the less touristy area of the sea. Crown Legend Cruises brings an authentic Vietnam experience to intemational guests as they cruise in the signature destination of the country. An onboard cooking demonstration with Crown Legend’s talented Head Chef allows guests to lear interesting dining habit of local residents as well as have a quick taste of home-cooking dishes that have traveled a long way in Vietnam history. Take a quick glance into the warm and cozy tradition with the exceptional Tea Ceremony onboard of Crown Legend Cruises, where the original taste of fresh tea portraits how Vietnamese socialize and enjoy their free time.

How can one miss kayaking while cruising in Halong Bay? Revelling in the beauty of this world heritage from the water view while kayaking through the breathtaking limestones and islands. Swimming off-board in one of the white-sand beaches that haven’t been touched by human to experience nature by yourself.

Itineraries

Day 1: hanoi – halong bay – lunch – luon cave- titop island – sunset party- cooking demonstration – dinner – squid fishing.

7:30 – 8:30 If you book our cruise with the transportation, our guide will show up at your hotel in the Old Quarter & together we will get on the bus/limousine. After picking up everybody, we will head directly to Halong bay; among the road we will enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red river delta.

11:30 Arriving at the Crown Legend Cruise check-in lounge. You will have time to refresh yourself after the long drive from Hanoi and wait for check-in.

12:15 After taken to the Crown Legend Cruise, you will be checked-in. While enjoying welcome drinks, you will be introduced the itinerary and safety briefing by Cruise Manager.

13:00 You will have time to savor your delicious buffet lunch and enjoy the stunning views as the boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, passing the famous Fighting Roosters and Finger Islets.

14:30 – 16:00 Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Luon Cave Take your option either exploring the cave yourself on kayak or comfortably on bamboo boat rowed by the locals.

16:00 – 17:00 Visit to Titov Island.

17:30 – 19:00 Back on board, you can enjoy sunset party with HAPPY HOUR (from 17:30 – 19:00) – buy2 get 1 free on drinks at Crown Legend Bar or Sundeck.

18:00 Join in our cooking demonstration, our chef will show you how to make our specialties (spring rolls).

19:15 Delight in the shimmering atmosphere of thousands of stars while dining with fantastic, expertly prepared dishes.

20:30 This is the perfect time to relax with karaoke or enjoy the drink at Crown Legend Bar. Besides, we provide free for squid fishing tools at reception.

22:00 Overnight on boat: clean air – conditioned rooms with private washroom.

Day 2: Tai Chi – Breakfast- Sung Sot Cave – Lunch – Hanoi

06:00 Warm up your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with a breathtaking view as the sunrises on Halong Bay. Sunrise photo-hunting in the bay is once a lifetime experience; however, this activity is not mandatory. You can choose to stay in bed.

07:00 – 07:30 Light breakfast is served at the restaurant.

07:30 – 08:30 Your next stop is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, one of the biggest caves in Ha Long Bay with beautiful stalactites. You will be surprised by the breathtaking panoramic view across the Bay once you exit the cave as well as the stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years which have taken on fascinating shapes.

08:30 – 09:30 Back on board, you settle your bill, check-out and return to Tuan Chau Island

09:45 – 10:45 Brunch is served at the restaurant while the boat heads back to the harbor.

10:45 – 11:00 Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina, return to Hanoi.

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions without prior notice.
• Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (01) week prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required prior to departure at least 3 days with your full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiration date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
• Wi-Fi is available onboard free of charge. However, regular interruption is expected due to nature of internet signal at sea.
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• 04 meals included: Breakfast and Set-menu 2 lunches + 1 dinner
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Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Lunch – Luon cave- Titop Island – Sunset party- Cooking demonstration – Dinner – Squid fishing

16:00 – 17:00 Hike to the top of Titov Island or Trinh Nu cave for stunning panoramic views of the Bay. After your hike, go for a refreshing swim in Halong Bay’s emerald waters or sip from a coconut in the shade.

Day 2: Lan Ha bay – Dark & Light Cave – Ba Trai Dao Beach – Pearl Farm – Cat Ba island

08:30 We will transfer you to a day cruise to go further into Lan Ha bay. Lan Ha bay located in the Southern of Halong bay with less touristic, tranquil zone and emerald water.

10:30 We will stop at Dark & Light Grotto in Lan Ha bay for kayaking. At here, we will have chance to get in touch with the nature. It’s such a peaceful place that you can hear yourself breathing. This is also the natural habitat for monkey, goats and seabirds. If we are lucky, we might see them at their daily basis.

11:30 We will get back on the day cruise for lunch.

12:30 We will take you to one of the most beautiful beach in Lan Ha bay: Ba Trai Dao beach. Here, you can swim among the beach and jump off the boat for an amazing experience.

14:45 Let’s cruising more into Halong Bay & Lan Ha bay, we will stop at the Pearl Farm Exhibition Center & Museum. We can all learn how mollusks naturally product a pearl & the process of creating & farming pearl in modern day.

17:25 We will be back at our cruise, you can enjoy sunset party with HAPPY HOUR (from 17:30 – 19:00) – buy2 get 1 free on drinks at Crown Legend Bar or Sundeck.

Day 3: Halong Bay – Sung Sot Cave – Hanoi

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Ambassador Signature Cruise

Style: Modern    Rooms: 39   

Step on board the elegant and opulent Ambassador Signature Cruise for an unforgettable journey as you discover Lan Ha Bay's magnificence. With 39 trendy and modern cabins and a capacity for 120 guests, this 5-star floating hotel has everything you need for a feel-at-home journey in the middle of the sea: air conditioning, private balconies, en-suite bathrooms, and bathtubs. Along with first-rate accommodation, Ambassador Signature also offers a premium Asian – European cuisine experience as well as a complete complement of modern facilities, including a luxury spa on board, a piano lounge, and a restaurant & bar.

Orchid Trendy Cruise

Style: Modern & International    Rooms: 20   

Being a sister cruise of Orchid Classic Cruise, Orchid Trendy is also a luxurious overnight cruise accommodating 20 cabins on board with a private balcony on each cabin overlooking the World Heritage Site. Possessing the finest amenities with the most professional crew as her sister, Orchid Trendy Cruise is a promisingly great alternative of the luxury segment for those who wish to explore Lan Ha Bay with a first-class leisure trip.

Ambassador Cruise

Style: Modern & International    Rooms: 46   

Launched in November 2018, Ambassador Cruise by now has been affirmed its notable reputation among Halong Bay luxurious cruises. Not only being the BIGGEST and NEWEST steel vessel in Halong Bay, but Ambassador Cruise also possesses distinctive highlights: signature Michellin menu with various options, finest amenities, one and only outdoor jacuzzi in Halong Bay Cruises, classy live music, and professional butlers; which make it exceptional to the others. Confidently proud as a top-notch cruise, Ambassador Cruise assures that every single moment of yours in Halong Bay would be the incredibly sumptuous experience ever. 

Orchid Classic Cruise

Style: Modern    Rooms: 14   

Being one of the best luxury 5-star cruises as well as the first cruise company to set up a newly overnight cruise itinerary throughout Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay, Orchid Cruise leads passengers to explore the pristine beauty of the Heritage Site which is less touristic and more wildly untouched. With only 14 spacious cabins, Orchid Cruise offers a really comfortable private space with an upgraded level of premium cruising services that make your discovery full of exceptional experiences.

Peony Cruise

Style: International & Boutique    Rooms: 20   

Peony Cruise is one of the luxury cruises of Big Bay Group launched in October 2018. Following the successful sister cruise ship,Mon Cheri Cruise, Peony Cruise brings to passengers the chances to explore the magnificent and pristine beauty of the cruising route through Lan Ha Bay. Housing 20 spacious luxury cabins artfully designed in the modern style, Peony Cruise promises to provide memorable voyages with a professional crew and premium cruising services.

Scarlet Pearl Cruise

Style: Modern & International    Rooms: 23   

Being one of the newest and biggest 5-star cruises in Halong Bay, Scarlet Pearl Cruise guarantees passengers from all over the world the ultimately luxury experience from beginning until the end with spacious modern waiting lounge in Tuan Chau Port, luxurious and well-furnished steel main ship, as well as super-advanced Catamaran Sailboats used for day trip. Besides, with 2 days 1 night itinerary equivalent with that of 3 days 2 nights from other cruise lines and featuring unique route exploring untouched Lan Ha Bay, Scarlet Pearl Cruise confidently assures every single minute you experience onboard would be the most impressive moments in your lifetime.

Paradise Elegance Cruise

Style: Modern    Rooms: 31   

Managed by the pioneering cruising company in Halong Bay, Paradise Group, Paradise Elegance Cruise is an outstanding brand in Paradise Cruises Collection, which is renowned by its exquisite service and high-end professionalism among Halong Bay Fleets. This cruise is an ideal option for anyone seeking a luxurious experience to Halong Bay, which will definitely bring to guests the exceptional touch for their fantastic voyage amid the World Heritage Site.

Nostalgia Cruise

Style: Boutique    Rooms: 10   

Scheduled to set sail in December 2022, Nostalgia Cruise promises an exceptional voyage to amazing yet less touristy corners of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. With only 11 elegant cabins, this unique boutique cruise ship pays much attention to details of both interior and exterior, as well as always guarantee top-notch service. You will see traditional decor arts and well-designed wooden furniture that remind much of the royal Vietnamese architecture. If you are seeking serenity, peace and purity in the beauty of Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay, Nostalgia Cruise is surely the perfect option.

Mon Cheri Cruise

Style: Modern & International    Rooms: 18   

Mon Chéri Cruise offers 18 stylish cabins alongside the elegant restaurant and bars, fitness facilities and spa service. The cruise provides 5-star standard services with professional staff to guarantee that can satisfy even the most demanding guests. In addition, we absolutely serve the Western and Asian cuisines, and Mon Chéri Cruises is the first cruise in Halong bay having a separated kitchen for Halal foods which are cooked by foreign Chefs with well equipped Halal Cooking Certification. Moreover, unlike the classic Halong bay tour, Mon Chéri Cruise departs from Hai Phong city, which is approximately 1.5 hours driving from Hanoi, thus the transferring time from Hanoi to the harbor is considerably reduced. 

Paradise Grand Cruise

Expected to join the luxurious cruise segment in Lan Ha Bay at the beginning of 2020, Paradise Grand Cruise welcomes passengers to explore and discover the pristine natural beauty here on newly distinctive itineraries. Proudly managed by one of the pioneering cruise companies owning one of the best fleets in Halong Bay – Paradise Vietnam, Paradise Grand promisingly creates the incredibly sumptuous voyage to a mystic and tranquil Lan Ha Bay – another charming beauty amid the Heritage Site.

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Situated on the Gulf of Tonkin, Halong Bay - one of the World's New7Wonders of Nature is the perfect blend of aesthetic, geological and geomorphologic values. Experienced at least 500 million years in many different geological states, Halong Bay now is well-known as the paradise of sea and islands with thousand of lime-stone mountains and islets in various sizes and shapes. Furthermore, this is also a wonderful destination for cruising , kayaking and enjoying tropical charming beaches.

Coming to Halong Bay , one of the world's natural heritages and also among seven natural wonders, soon you will notice taking part in a Halong Bay cruise is the best way to completely explore the stunning beauty of this destination. The feeling of cruising through around 3,000 thousand islets of Halong Bay is definitely a fantastic experience to every tourist.

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Pioneering in cruising the wonderful northeast gateway of Vietnam: Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba Island , Orchid Cruises offers premium experiences with finest quality boats: Premium - Classic - Trendy.

Engage in a journey of sublimate emotions with Orchid Cruises, enjoy high-class services and experience the quintessence of Vietnamese cuisine in the heart of this charming world heritage.

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One of the prettiest ships in Halong, the steel-hulled Au Co offers smooth sailing through Halong and Lan Ha bays. Retrace the steps of colonial-era explorers in vintage style aboard this 32-cabin ship, visiting hidden beaches, forested islands, and gorgeous sea lakes.

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The Athena Executive Suite with Balcony is our most affordable cabin.

Located on the second deck of the Athena Cruise, the Athena Elegant Suite with Balcony

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Roomy and comfortable interior with generous headroom throughout and large sliding glass window to outside seating area at balcony and all rooms consists of electric refrigerator, and high-quality equipment and utensils and en-suite bathrooms & automatically flush toilet and especially, two bright and spacious Restaurant and Open Sky Men Bar with convertible seats to admire the beautiful sea scape and sunbath with ambient lights

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Athean Cruise was launched in 2017 and designed exclusively for Relaxing and Enjoying Boat Trip with customers in mind. With 22 ensuite cabins, Athena Cruise is a spacious boat for single guests and large groups. Its roomy saloon and Restaurant and Bar are 2 separate places open to a rear seating and front area, and you will love its large sundeck with second steering position, dining area, Open Sky Men Bar and sunbathing area and Athena Cruise is the perfect boat for couples or families with their loved ones.

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2024 promises to be a blooming year for Halong Bay, with the launch of many new cruise lines from budget to luxury. Start planning your trip to this World's Seven Wonder? Below is the best of what Halong cruises have to offer.

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HalongBayTours select the best cruise list based on customers feedback versus total number of travelers. We commit to giving you the most unbiased rating of current cruises in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Please note that these are not the only great options to travel with - we can find one for every of your budget preference and group dynamics so feel free to contact our team for further information. 

Orchid Classic Cruise

2 nights were enjoyable. We went swimming and kayaking a lot, cycling on the island was fun. Elle and all …

• Exclusive departure port - only 2.5 hours from Hanoi
• Unique routing
• Extremely spacious cabin (36-72sqm)
• Luxury decoration
• All cabins have balcony and bathtub
• Cruise length: 2 days , 3 days
• Destinations: Halong Bay , Lan Ha Bay
• Cruise length: Tai Chi, Swimming, Squid Fishing , Kayaking, Cooking Class, Spa

Peony Cruise

The cabin was spacious and well-equipped. Andrew was kind and very helpful. The Vietnamese food was great. Kayaking was nice.

• Best mid-range cruise in Lan Ha Bay
• Short transfer time on limousine bus
• Great rooms with balcony
• Destinations: Lan Ha Bay , Cat Ba Island
• Cruise length: Tai Chi, Swimming, Squid Fishing , Spa, Kayaking, Cooking Class, Cycling

Genesis Luxury Regal Cruise

The boat itself has an amazing design. We booked the Senior Suite. It was beautiful and spotlessly clean. The facilities …

• Elegant Indochine-style
• Spacious cabins all with private balcony
• Family suites and connecting suites available
• Destinations: Halong Bay , Lan Ha Bay , Dark and Bright Cave
• Cruise length: Tai Chi, Swimming, Spa, Kayaking, Cooking Class, Climbing, Squid Fishing , Cycling

Stellar of the Seas Cruise

Such a wonderful time. Great facilities. 5-star service. Friendly and caring staff. Beautiful ship. Breathtaking landscape. Nothing to complain about.

• Ultra-luxury cruise
• Short transfer time from Hanoi (only 2.5 hours)
• Mini-golf course on board available
• Triple and family cabin available
• Cruise length: Tai Chi, Swimming, Squid Fishing , Spa, Kayaking, Cooking Class

Ambassador Cruise

Such a nice time with the best cruise in Halong Bay!

• Outdoor Jacuzzi available
• Road journey just 2.5 hours from Hanoi via expressway
• Elevator available
• Cruise length: 2 days
• Destinations: Halong Bay , Sung Sot Cave , Ti Top Island , Tung Gau Area
• Cruise length: Tai Chi, Swimming, Spa, Kayaking, Climbing, Squid Fishing , Fishing Village

Capella Cruise

We booked 2 nights and 3 days on Capella Cruise.

• Aesthetic Indochina architecture
• Elegant retro wooden interior
• Great itinerary with many activities
• Largest entry-level suites
• All cabins with private balcony and ocean-view bathtub
• Professional and attentive crew
• Destinations: Lan Ha Bay , Dark and Bright Cave
• Cruise length: Swimming, Squid Fishing , Spa, Kayaking, Cooking Class

Paradise Elegance Cruise

Everything was great apart from the excursions. All the boats dropped by the same destination at the same time, disrupting …

• Expansive sundeck
• Spa and wellness center
• Piano lounge with live music
• All cabins have balcony
• Just 2.5 hours road travel from Hanoi
• Destinations: Halong Bay , Ti Top Island , Surprise Cave , Luon Cave

Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan

Amazing for the whole journey. Heritage Binh Chuan was fabulous. We booked a Captain room for a 2-night stay. The …

• Spacious cabins with private balcony
• Swimming pool on sundeck
• Exclusive Arts Gallery
• Free Kayaking
• Cruise length: Swimming, Squid Fishing , Spa, Kayaking, Cooking Class, Tai Chi, Cycling

Orchid Trendy Cruise

We had a great time. Thank you to the whole team for celebrating my birthday. Everyone was super friendly and …

• Only 2.5 hours transfer from Hanoi
• Free kayaking
• Unique cruise routing
• Luxury cabins all with balcony and bathtub
• Newest cruise in Halong Bay
• Destinations: Lan Ha Bay
• Cruise length: Tai Chi, Swimming, Spa, Kayaking, Cooking Class, Squid Fishing , Fishing Village

Scarlet Pearl Cruise

The bay is picturesque. Our cabin was beautiful with a balcony to watch the view. The staff was caring and …

• Catamaran-style cruise
• Outdoors Jacuzzi
• All rooms with private balcony
• Cruise length: Tai Chi, Swimming, Squid Fishing , Spa, Kayaking

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We are looking for a private cruise ship that will be able to host our wedding! We will have 30 total people. The wedding date is undecided but it will be sometime in late August to early September. We will need transportation to and from Hanoi. Can you provide us with quotes from multiple cruises so we can see what they provide plus price points so we can choose the cruise that is right for us! Thank you so much in advance, Dennis and Mealyn

Dear Dennis Ho, Thank you for your email. As per your sharing for a private cruises for 30 people, I would like to suggest you some cruise options: Orchid Classic Cruise with 14 cabins (2 rooms will be shared for 3 people), Sena Cruise 16 cabins, Amanda Luxury Cruise 16 cabins, and V'Spirit Cruise 18 cabins. Please kindly consider and let me know if any cruise option works for you? Besides, please kindly consider that the period August - September may occasionally incur rain and storm which may affect your ceremony. If you can change it to October or especially November, when there is less chances of rain and storm, it would be better. I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

We have a booking for a 2 night cruise on Peony Cruise Line Nov 8 - 10. What time do we arrive back to Hanoi on Nov 10 using your shuttle service. We are looking at reserving a bus to Sa Pa at 16:30. Will that give us enough time to catch our bus?

Dear Joe Incorvaja, Thank you for your email. You will return to Hanoi Old Quarter at around 14:30 - 15:00 thus it would be fine for a bus departing at 16:30. If you have other questions, please feel free to ask us! Best regards, Jolie (Ms.)

Hello, I am looking at booking one of your cruises for June. I am wondering if you have a bus shuttle service option from Ha Long to Ninh Binh at the end of the cruise. Thank you.

Dea Tina Gratton, We have shuttle bus Hanoi-Halong-Hanoi but if you go to Ninh Binh after the cruise, we can also help book Halong-Ninh Binh bus (local bus) at 18 USD/per person/one way. If you are interested, please feel free to let me know the cruise date and number of guests, I will assist you book cruise with Ninh Binh transfers for your best convenience! Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

i will stay in Hanoi, so the shuttle pick up from our hotel?

Dear Suria, Shuttle bus will pick you up at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter so if you are staying in this area, the pick-up will be right at your hotel. Should you need further assistance, please feel free to ask. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

Looking for a luxury cruise for 3 nights 4 days

Dear Karen Bishop, Thank you for contacting us. Please kindly consider some cruises for 4 days 3 nights such as Elite of the Seas Cruise, Stellar of the Seas, Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan Cat Ba, or Capella Cruise. I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Planning for an overnight Halong Bay Trip for 10th June 2024. Can you suggest your favorite cruise? Also, we would appreciate if the pick and drop service from Hanoi is included if possible.

Dear Aditya, Thank you very much for contacting us. Please consider some nice cruises below:

1. Paradise Elegance Cruise: 310USD/deluxe balcony cabin for 2 persons, shuttle bus round trip 30USD/per person

2. Hermes Cruise: A Junior Suite is 370USD/2 persons including shuttle bus round trip

3. Sea Stars Cruise: An Executive Balcony is now available at 440USD/2 persons, shuttle bus round trip is 35 USD/per person

I hope these are something for your consideration. If you have any other cruise in your mind, please feel free to let me know. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Looking for a 2 day 1 night of Ha Long Bay for a couple on 24th July 2024. We would like to go to Bai Tu Long Bay and the fishing village. We would also like picked up from Hanoi and dropped off in Ninh Binh if possible. Thanks, Rachael

Dear Rachael Mackenzie, Thank you for your question. I would like to suggest some cruises to Bai Tu Long Bay as follows: 

1. Signature Cruise: US$ 290/Junior Suite with US$ 19/person for shuttle bus Hanoi - Halong - Ninh Binh

2. Dragon Legend Cruise: US$ 390/Deluxe cabin with US$ 39/person for shuttle bus Hanoi - Halong - Ninh Binh

3. Lily Cruise: US$ 300/Deluxe cabin with US$ 34/person for shuttle bus Hanoi - Halong - Ninh Binh

I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries.

Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

We are looking to do a 3 day 2 night cruise in Halong Bay next February or March. We would like to ensure that we spend each night in a different location. Can you please advise us as to which cruises offer this? We are probably looking at the 5* options. Many thanks

Dear Jayne Whaley, The cruises must stop at the same location at night and the difference in the itinerary is mostly during the day time. It means you will visit different points each day during your 3 day 2 night trip. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

Does Scarlet Pearl offer any 3 days 2 night cruises between August 15th and 22th?

Dear Jan Hundgeburth,

Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, Scarlet Pearl does offer 3 days 2 nights trip on everyday. It costs US$ 650/Silver Pearl cabin with US$ 30/person for a shuttle bus round trip. I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Hi, I'm planning to book a overnight trip to halong bay on July 18th. I saw in internet that the whether conditions wont be favorable on late july, so just checking up if the cruises still operate on july 18th?

Dear Lekha Ganesan,

Thank you for reaching out. The weather is quite unpredictable these years but I can tell you that the cruises are still operated daily. In case the weather is too bad for sailing that the Port Authorities stop all cruises from sailing for safety reason, cancellation by the cruise for reasons related to a situation of force majeure, such as government restriction or regulation, health, natural disasters, acts of God, etc., customers will be refunded the amount depending on circumstances. If the tour has yet to take place, full refund will be made. If the tour is ongoing, partial refund will be made. No refunds or exchanges can be made while the tour is ongoing and the customer decides to opt out. If you do not use any of the service, no compensation will be given for the unused portion of the tour. Should you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact us. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

we are a group of 6 Filipinos looking for a 3 days 2 nights halong bay cruise. arriving in hanoi june 11. can you send quotations ?

Dear Emillie, Thank you very much for contacting us. Please consider the best-seller cruise options for your trip on 12th Jun as follows:

(1) Peony Cruise: 3 deluxe balcony cost 520 USD/cabin x 3 cabins; excluding transfers

(2) Orchid Classic Cruise: 3 Suite Balcony cost 610 USD/cabin x 3 cabins, excluding transfers

(3) Genesis Luxury Regal Cruise: 3 Junior Suite cost 650 USD/cabin x 3 cabins, excluding transfers

(4) Capella Cruise: 3 Oasis Suite cost 750 USD/cabin x 3 cabins, excluding transfers

Please consider and let me know if you need further assistance.

Best regards,

Bonnie (Ms.)

Hello I would like to see a cruise from Hanoi to Siem Reap from 31/12 to 02/01 02 adults. Thank you.

Dear Liliana Simonini, I am sorry that our cruise is for sightseeing in Halong Bay, Quang Ninh only. If you are interested in them, please kindly let me know! I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Hello, we are a group of seven ( 4 adults, 3 children aged 12, 13, 13) searching for a three day, two night Ha long Bay Boat cruise beginning on the 31st December 2024. Are there any cruises with connecting rooms for families that cater for up to seven people?

Dear Chloe James, Thank you for your inquiry. I am sorry that a pair of connecting rooms can accommodate a maximum of 4 or 5 people only. Your family can consider a double/twin room for 2 people and a pair of connecting rooms. It normally ranges from US$ 430/cabin to US$ 1120/cabin for 2 persons for 3 days 2 nights stay (excluding transfer). So, it would be best if you could share more details of your budget so we can send our best suggestions. I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

I wonder that the detail about the round trip shuttle bus to Henoi if I book the Hermes Cruise 2 Days/1 Night tour(https://www.halongbaytours.com/cruise/hermes-cruise/2-day-1-night.html). Could I get on the shuttle bus from any hotel which in Hanoi Old Town? How could I provide the hotel information to bus, so the bus can come to pick us. *If you have customer service in madarin, please let me know.

Dear Syuan Ruei Jhang, Round trip shuttle bus will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter area. You only need to put the hotel address in the email to us or in the field "address" when you book on our website. Should you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact us. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

Hello, when the Doris Cruise will be back at port on the 06 May. I like to go by bus from Quang Ninh to my next place an need to know when I will be able to leave the boot.

Dear Mr. Thomas, Thank you very much for your question. The disembarkation time is about 12:30pm at Tuan Chau Pier. Should you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact us. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

Hello is there a boat cruise from da nang to ha long bay

Dear Brendan Cornell, I am sorry that the cruise tour is for sightseeing in the bay only, it is not for transfer from this region to the other ones. Please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Looking for a 3 day/2 night cruise that includes a bioluminescence night kayaking. Plan to be there January 1st or 2nd. Do you have any options?

Dear Michael Censullo, I am sorry that no cruise tour offers bioluminescence night kayaking, I hope it is not a big matter for you. I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

We are 3 couples, 3 double cabins, looking for a cruise in the Halong Bay, boarding on 11 January 2025 disembarking on 12 January 2025 (one night)

Dear Mr. David Slomka, Thank you very much for contacting us. I would like to send you our best cruise options now available on your trip date 11 - 12 Jan 2025 for 2 days 1 night as follows:

1/ Peony Cruise: - Cabins: 3 Deluxe Balcony - Cost: 310 USD/cabin for 2 pax - Shuttle bus: 35 USD/per person/round trip

2/ Orchid Classic Cruise: - Cabins: 3 Suite Balcony - Cost: 450 USD/cabin for 2 pax - Shuttle bus: 40 USD/per person/round trip

3/ Scarlet Pearl Cruise: - Cabins: 3 Silver Pearl - Cost: 370 USD/cabin for 2 pax - Shuttle bus: 30 USD/per person/round trip

4/ Essence Grand Cruise: - Cabins: 3 Veranda Suite - Cost: 520 USD/cabin for 2 pax - Shuttle bus: 35 USD/per person/round trip

If you need further information please let me know!

My brother and I are going to Vietnam between 18th and 28th January 2025 and we would like to go for a 2 or 3 night tour Please share a quotation for mid-range and luxury cruises with buffet meals. Thank you.

Dear Arlene Talavera, Thank you for your email. I would like to suggest you our best luxury and mid-range cruises as follows:

1. Stellar of the Seas: US$1120/Junior Suite for 2 persons and US$45/person for shuttle bus round trip

2. Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan: US$790/Delta Suite for 2 people and US$35/person for shuttle bus round trip

3. Capella Cruise: US$880/Oasis Suite for 2 people and US$35/person for shuttle bus

4. Scarlet Pearl Cruise: US$710/Silver Pearl for 2 persons and US$30/person for shuttle bus round trip

5. Genesis Regal Cruise: US$660/Junior Suite for 2 persons and US$30/person/bus round trip

6. Peony Cruise: US$590/Deluxe Balcony cabin for 2 persons with US$ 30/person for shuttle bus round trip

7. Doris Cruise: US$ 600/Junior Suite balcony and US$30/person/bus round trip

8. Hermes Cruise: US$710/Junior Suite with free shuttle bus round trip

Hi！ I wonder if i take a 2D1N halong bay tour,the second day can they bring me to the airport? and if yes what time we can arrive at the airport?

Dear Nan Tian, Thank you very much for contacting us. Shuttle buses usually pick up and drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter but we can also arrange an extended ride for you to go to Hanoi Airport at just 10 USD/per person. You will reach the airport by 3:00-3:30 pm. If you need to be at the airport earlier, we can also help with private car going directly from the pier to the airport. Should you need further assistance, please feel free to contact us. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

Hello, I Visited Halong Bay and i had the opportunity of being in this AMAZING cruise a month ago. I went with my partner and I would like to know if you'd ever have a wedding on the cruise? We are very interested in celebrating with a small group of friends (30 or 40) our wedding next year. I will be very happy to have some news for you. thankyou.

Dear German Oliva Campos, Thank you for contacting us. You can surely take the cruise trip for your wedding. For group of 30 to 40 people, you can consider some cruises such as Sena Cruise (16 cabins - 32 people), V'Spirit Cruise (18 cabins - 36 people), Orchid Trendy Cruise (20 cabins - 40 people) or Rosy Cruise (22 cabins - 44 people). Should you need further information, don't hesitate to ask us. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Hi, we are a family of 11, we planning to avail of 2D1N on the your cruise on June 5. We need assistance for our trip from Hanoi to halong bay.

Dear Suevy Patoboy, Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to send you the best promotion program for your trip on Jun 5 as follows:

1. Orchid Classic Cruise - 5 Suite Balcony: 165 USD/per person excluding transfers

2. Peony Cruise - 5 Deluxe Balcony: 150 USD/per person excluding transfers

3. Genesis Luxury Regal Cruise - 5 Junior Suite: 160 USD/per person excluding transfers

I hope you can consider these best-seller cruises and let me know which one you prefer. Please feel free to contact me if you need any further information. I am more than glad to assist you.

What cruise would you recommend for a young couple in their early 20s. We don’t want a party boat but also don’t want to be the youngest on the boat. Ideally one that caters to a younger clientele. Planning a 2 day, 1 night cruise of halong bay. Want a la crate meals if possible as well, a pool and balcony off room. Do not want a budget cruise. Either luxury or mid range. Thanks.

Dear Audrey D, Thank you for your inquiry. Actually, the cruise trip is for all ages so there may be both the young and the elderly on the boat at the same time. The cruise will offer both set menu and buffet depending on different meals. I would like to suggest you our best luxury and mid-range cruises as follows:

- Luxury cruises: Essence Grand Cruise, Heritage Binh Chuan, Orchid Clasic, Stellar of the Seas, Ambassador, Capella, Scarlet Pearl Cruise

- Mid-range cruises: Genesis Regal Cruise, Peony Cruise, La Casta Cruise, Hermes Cruise, La Pandora Cruise

Should you need further please let me know if you have any other inquiries.

We are planning our first trip to Vietnam (Hanoi). We want to include an overnight cruise at Halong Bay. We are three: my wife and I, and our 16 year old daughter. Questions: 1. How can we make the reservation? 2. What is the available date of cruise if we're planning the trip on June 2024? 3. Is June a good time to do the cruise? 4. The summer program includes a round trip from Hanoi? Thanks.

Dear Mr. Peter Henson, Thank you for contacting us.

1. You can book the cruise directly on our website or we can assist you to book it manually.

2. The availability depends on each cruise and may change day by day. Please share with us the cruise and travel date so we can check the availability accordingly.

3. It will be quite hot in June so it is favorable for water activities. This is also the low season so the price is much better.

4. The round-trip transfer from Hanoi is usually not included in the tour price, except for some cruises with a promotion. Currently, there are promotions for Heritage Binh Chuan, Indochine, Elite of the Seas, Nostalgia, and Stellar of the Seas that you can consider.

Please let me know if you have any other inquiries.

Hello My husband and I are staying at Vinpearl at Ha Long Bay and wan to take an overnight cruise around the bay and caves. Can you please let me know which is your most luxurious cruise and can you pick us up at our hotel

Dear Meeta Seth, I would like to suggest you our best luxury cruises: Essence Grand, Heritage Binh Chuan, Stellar of the Seas, Orchid Classic, Ambassador Cruise, Capella Cruise, Scarlet Pearl Cruise. If you are staying at Vinpearl Halong, you can simply take a taxi to the cruise pier which is in either Halong International Cruise Port in Bai Chay or Tuan Chau Marina. I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)  

Dear all, hope this email finds you well. I kindly ask you if its possible booking the transfer to pick up two adults from Hanoi Airport to the cruise. We will arrive on 27.08.2024. Waiting your kindly reply. Best Regards Alessia

Dear Alessia Notaro, If you are from the airport, you can take a taxi to the Old Quarter and then take a bus from here to Halong. Or we offer a private sedan car from the airport straight to Halong at US$ 100 for 2 persons. Please let us know if you have further concerns. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Hi, I was hoping to book the Sena Cruise for September 2024. We are three adults (44, 37 and 12) with one boy (10). I have tried to book and it shows that we can share a room (terrace suite)? Is this correct?

Dear Cornelius Moller, Thank you for your question. The Terrace Suite on Sena can accommodate your family of 4, however, one of your children will need to share the bed with you. Should you need further information, please let us know. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)  

I'm interested in the 4 days/3 nights ha long bay cruise.

Dear Heidi Mumford, Thank you for contacting us. Some cruises running for 4 days 3 nights are Elite of the Seas, Stellar of the Seas, Capella, Heritage Binh Chuan Cruise. Besides, you can also consider some private 4 day/3 night cruises such as Bhaya Legend Cruise (1 cabin), L’Amour Junk (1 cabin), Prince Junk (4 cabins), Dragon’s Pearl Junk (10 cabins), Dragon Legend (24 cabins). Should you need further information, feel free to contact us. Best regards, Jolie (Ms.)

2 questions: 1- would the price be cheaper if we do not rrequire pickup & drop off in Hanoi ?We would like to be picked up & dropped off a Tuan CHau hotel . 2- At what time the 3D2N tour ends? Do i have enough time to go to Hai Phong to catch the 15:20 flight from Hai Phong to Hue. Also can we be dropped at Hahong airport to try to make it?

Dear Luunam Nguyen, Thank you for your questions. Please find our answers below:

1. The transfer service Hanoi - Halong is not included in the room rate. You can book it separately on your need. The shuttle bus only picks up and drops off at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. If you stay in a hotel in Tuan Chau, please take a taxi to the cruise dock. 2. All overnight tours end at around 10:30 - 11:30 am and you will have enough time for your flight. Since the bus only drops guests off in Hanoi, you can book a private car from Halong to Haiphong Airport.

Should you need further information, feel free to contact us.

hi, is there a discounted price if i book for 3 person? we want to stay in the same room. and please also suggest which cruise serves halal food

Dear Bella Febrilia, Thank you for your question. My name is Annie from Halong Bay Tours department and I am very glad to assist you with your trip. At the moment, only Mon Cheri Cruise offers Halal food. The cruise also offers Ocean Suite Triple cabin which can accommodate 3 persons. I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)  

Hi, I arrive at Hanoi airport at 8am. Would it be possible to join a cruise departing the same day? I'm interested in a one night cruise. Thanks  

Dear Logan Ansell, Thank you for your question. If you can leave the airport by 9:00 am, you can make it on time for the cruise on the same day. However, if you have time, I would suggest you to stay in Hanoi for one night and take the cruise trip the following day to avoid the risk of delay. We also offer a shuttle bus round trip from Hanoi Old Quarter so you can save the private transfer cost from the airport to Halong as well. I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Mary  

Hi, I need pick up from Ninh Binh and drop to Hanoi Airport. Is it possible for 2 adults and 1 child 4years old?

Dear Biswajit Jena, Thank you for contacting us. If you are from Ninh Binh, we offer shuttle bus at US$ 19/person/way. From Halong to Noi Bai Airport, you can consider a shuttle bus or private car depending on your flight schedule. I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)  

Hi, if I book with yo for a cruise in Halong bay, for August do I pay now or can I pay upon arrival? Thanks

Dear Yara Soussan, Thank you for your email. To confirm your booking, we need to collect 30-50% of the total cost to secure your booking. The remaining balance will be collected closer to your trip. Please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Hello, I'm interested in a 2 night 3 day Halong bay luxury cruise, starting April 18. Just wondering, do all of the cruises go to Ti Top Island and allow us to get off and go to the top? If not, which ones allow this? Thank you very much!

Dear Ashar Pirzada,

Thank you for your inquiry. Please consider some cruises that visit Ti Top Island below:

1. Essence Grand Cruise: US$ 810/Ocean Suite with US$ 35/person for shuttle bus round trip

2. Paradise Elegance Cruise: US$ 680/Deluxe cabin with free shuttle bus round trip

3. Hermes Cruise: US$ 710/Junior Suite cabin with free shuttle bus round trip

4. Athena Cruise: US$ 670/Executive Suite with fee shuttle bus round trip

5. Indochina Sails Cruise: US$ 520/Superior room with US$ 30/person for shuttle bus round trip

6. Mila Cruise: US$ 420/Deluxe room with US$ 15/person for shuttle bus round trip

7. Amanda Cruise: US$ 450/Deluxe room with US$ 20/person for shuttle bus round trip

Please consider and let me know if you need further information.

Do you do transfers pick up ninh binh then drop off hanoi? Looking at booking a 2 night 3 day cruise at weekend Thanks

Dear Clair Todd, Thank you for your email. My name is Annie from Halong Bay Tours department and I am very glad to assist you with your trip. We do offer transfer Ninh Binh - Halong - Hanoi. The shuttle bus costs US$ 19 to US$ 39/person depending on different cruises and the private sedan car costs US$ 210 for 2 persons. Please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

I am wondering if you have a cruise available for 2 nights and 3 days that visits Cat Ba island and Bai Tu Long.

Dear I. Vroemen, Thank you for your email. I am sorry that the cruise can visit either Lan Ha Bay/Cat Ba or Bai Tu Long Bay. Should you need further information, we are very happy to assist. Best regards, Halongbaytours Team

Hello, I am enquiring about cruises to surprise cave. do you have a nice one you can recommend? And is 1 night sufficient? Thank you. Warm regards, Suzannah

Dear Suzannah Yeung, Thank you for your reaching out. If you want to visit Surprise Cave, some cruises you can refer to are Catherine Cruise, Essence Grand Cruise, Ambassador Cruise, Paradise Elegance Cruise, Hermes Cruise, Athena Cruise, Indochina Sails Cruise. Besides, a 2 day/1 night trip is totally fine with adequate activities. But if you have time, a 3 day/2 night trip includes more attractions and you will not feel so rushed to travel back and forth from another destination. Feel free to let us know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Halongbaytours Team.

We have 2 adults and 2 kids (11yrs +). Can we book the room for 4pp for the price of $240 USD FOR 2 days 1 night cruise trip in Aust 1/2024? Thanks.

Dear Jessica Tran, Thank you for your question. My name is Annie from Halong Bay Tours department and I am very glad to assist you with your trip. May I suggest some cruise options for you as follows:

(1) Amanda Cruise: US$ 480 for 2 Deluxe cabin & US$ 20/person for shuttle bus round trip.

(2) Hera Classic Boutique Cruise: US$ 440 for 2 Deluxe cabin & US$ 20/person for shuttle bus round trip

(3) Sapphire Cruise: US$ 460 for 2 Deluxe & US$ 30/person for shuttle bus round trip

(4) Mila Cruise: US$ 440 for 2 Deluxe cabin with US$ 15/person for shuttle bus round trip

(5) Renea Cruise: US$ 500 for 2 Deluxe & free shuttle bus round trip

I hope this gives you some options to consider and if you have any other budget please let me know any time!

Annie (Ms.)

Hello. I am enquiring for a cruise for 3 days 2 nights food and dink included on a luxury cruise please. It will be me and mu sister. I will be celebrating my 40th Birthday on the boat on the 11th Jan. So 10 to 12 Jan 2025 please. Can you help?

Dear Wanja Van den berg, Thank you for contacting us. Some of our best luxury cruises you can refer to are Essence Grand Cruise, Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan, Orchid Cruise, Stellar of the Seas, Ambassador Cruise, Capella Cruise, Scarlet Pearl Cruise, etc. The tour will include all meals and for the drink, you can order and pay for it on the boat. Please consider and let us know if you need further details. Best regards, Halongbaytours Team.

I would like to book a 3 day 2 night Ha Long Bay cruise for 1 person for as cheap as possible. What would the price be for a cruise leaving May 8 or May 11

Dear Nathan Khot, Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to suggest you our best budget cruises as follows:

1. Amanda Cruise: US$ 360/Deluxe cabin single & US$ 20/person for shuttle bus round trip

2. Hera Classic Boutique Cruise: US$ 350/Deluxe cabin single & US$ 20/person for shuttle bus round trip

3. Sapphire Cruise: US$ 340/Deluxe single & US$ 30/person for shuttle bus round trip

4. Mila Cruise: US$ 340/Deluxe cabin single with US$ 15/person for shuttle bus round trip

5. Renea Cruise: US$ 340/Deluxe single & free shuttle bus round trip

Dear , You talk about transfer from hanoi but do you have transfert from hai phong or Quang ninh van don? Thank you for your feedback.

Dear William Louviers, Thank you for your question. If you are from Hai Phong or Van Don, Quang Ninh, we offer a private transfer at US$ 45/sedan car for 2 persons. Feel free to let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

I am looking at doing the holaong Bay cruise for three days start on the 20 or 21 December 2022 for 4 people with 2 cabins!!!! Could let me know what you best price is!! Thank you cisco

Dear Cisco, Thank you very much for your inquiry, we are glad to welcome you to Halong Bay! Based on your travel plan, may we suggest you the best cruises currently available on 20Dec for 3D2N itinerary as below: - Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan: https://www.halongbaytours.com/cruise/heritage-cruise-binh-chuan/3-days-2-nights.html (02 Delta Suite cabins for 04 persons are available at cabin price USD 1640 + shuttle bus USD 40/per person. Total USD 1800.) - Scarlet Pearl Cruise: https://www.halongbaytours.com/cruise/scarlet-pearl-cruise/3-days-2-nights.html (02 Silver Pearl cabins for 04 persons are available at USD 1360 + shuttle bus USD 25/per person. Total USD 1460.) - Stellar of the Seas: https://www.halongbaytours.com/cruise/stellar-of-the-seas-cruise.html (02 Junior Suite cabins for 04 persons are available at USD 1640 + shuttle bus USD 20/per person. Total USD 1720.) Which one do you prefer please? Should you need further assistance, please feel free to contact us. Best regards, Rosie (Ms.)

Dear Ms. Anna MacDonald-Johnson, Thank you for your question and it's our pleasure to assist you with your request. May I know if you wish to travel in Jan, Feb or March? If you have a budget range or cruise preference please let us know and we will find the best deal for your group! Best regards,

Dear Mr. Geoff, Thank you very much for your questions. We can arrange the day trip on either 26th or 27th December and the trip would last from noon until 4:00pm approximately. Kindly note that our day cruise departs from Tuan Chau Pier which is about 20 minutes from Bai Chay. You can take a taxi on your own or we can arrange private pick up/ drop off for you at extra cost. Best regards,

Dear SpaBabie, Thank you for your question. Era Cruise will start operating from Dec 24th 2017 so you can surely pick it for your trip in March-April. However, Era Cruise does not go to Bai Tu Long Bay, just Lan Ha Bay. If you prefer to cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay, please consider Signature Cruise ( https://www.halongbaytours.com/cruise/signature-cruise.html ) or Indochina Junk lines ( https://www.halongbaytours.com/indochina-junks.html ). All of these cruises are highly recommended. I hope that helps. Kind regards

Hello, I am staying in Halong Bay for New Years, and I would like to do a cruise party on NYE.. will Glory be doing anything like this on New Years Eve?

Dear Brook Ruth, Thank you for your question. I am sorry that the shuttle bus only picks up from hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. The train station is 10-15 minutes away and it's difficult to pick up from there due to many passengers getting in and out. As you are arriving early in the morning (train from Sapa arrives in Hanoi around 5:00-6:00am daily), you can get to the central area for breakfast and then go to our office for pick-up and the pick up time for Glory Cruise bus is between 7:30am and 8:00am. Best regards,

Dear Mr. Michael, Thank you for your question. As Halong Bay does not have any airport, the nearest airport is Hai Phong and you consider flying there. If you take Orchid Cruise the distance from Hai Phong Airport to the pier is only 40 minutes. If you take other cruises that depart from Tuan Chau or Hon Gai, the travel time is around 2 hours. Hope that helps!

Are overnight or day cruises better?

If you have time and a higher budget, overnight cruise is always recommended since you will have more time to relax and enjoy the beauty of the bay from day to night. overnight cruises also offer more activities on board and offboard such as cooking class, sunset party, squid fishing, taichi, visiting a fishing village, etc. However, if you just have limited time and want to take a glimpse of Halong bay in an economical way, day cruises could definitely be a choice.

How long does it take from Hanoi to Halong Bay? Does the cruise shuttle bus pick up at the airport?

It takes you around 2.5 hours from Hanoi to Halong Bay by car. The cruise shuttle bus picks up and drops off in Hanoi Old Quarter area (Hoan Kiem) only. If you arrive at the airport, you should book a private car to go directly from there to the port or spend one night in Hanoi first and book the cruise for the next day.

If I want to stay for another night in Halong, does the shuttle drop me off at the hotel in Halong?

The cruise shuttle bus only drops off in Hanoi Old Quarter. You should book a taxi from the port to your hotel in Halong for more convenience.

Are meals and transportation included in the tour?

Transportation is not included in the cruise price. You can book it separately later after booking the cruise. As for meals, all meals mentioned in the program are included. There are normally 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner for 2 day/1 night programs; and 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners for 3 day/2 night programs.

What cruises are best for honeymooners?

Cruises with nice cabins and interiors are usually preferred by honeymoon couples. You can refer to some cruises such as Orchid Trendy, Mon Chery, Orchid Classic, Indochine, Heritage Binh Chuan, Heritage Line Ylang, Ginger, etc. Some small junks ideal for those couples who want the utmost privacy is L’Amour Junk, Bhaya Premium, and L’Azalee Premium.

What private cruise is suitable for 10 adults and 4 children?

Orchid Premium cruise could be ideal for your group. The cruise has only 5 ultra-luxury cabins of which there are 2 couples of connecting cabins. All cabins have a private balcony and a private bathroom with an ocean-view bathtub. There are also a jacuzzi pool and spa for relaxation onboard.

What cruises visit Cat Ba Island?

Some cruises visit Cat Ba Island in1-night programs while some add Cat Ba to the 2-night programs only. You can refer to some cruises namely Orchid Classic, Orchid Trendy, Mon Cheri, Peony, Indochine, Stella of the Seas, Heritage Binh Chuan, Capella, etc. Please contact our travel consultants to have a detailed itinerary.

I want to celebrate my anniversary on the cruise. Can I request a bouquet, cake, and a special dinner on the cruise?

Yes. Most cruises can prepare for your anniversary. Some cruises offer complimentary room decoration for your special anniversary. However, a bouquet, cake, and special dinner will be charged based on your need.

Is it easy to get seasick on cruises?

No. Halong Bay is very calm and the boat cruises slowly on the bay. Thus, it is not easy to get seasick on cruise trips

Do all cruises have cabins with balconies? Are cabins on the upper decks worth it?

Not all cruises have cabins with balconies. Luxury cruises (5*) often have all cabins with balconies. Some Deluxe cruises (4*) and Superior cruises (3*) have both cabins with balconies and those with windows only.

Although there might not be a big size difference between cabins on the lower and upper deck, those on the upper deck offer a nicer view from a higher position. Especially, higher-class cabins at a higher rate are always situated on the upper levels with extra benefits and facilities.

Do I have to pay for any expenses onboard or all are included?

The tour price includes cabins, meals, drinking water (not other beverages), sightseeing and entrance fee, tour guide, and activities in the program. Personal expenses such as spa, massage, beverages, kayaking (some cruises), tips,...are not included in the price. You should bring some cash or cards to pay at the end of the tour.

Are cruises canceled if there are heavy rains?

No. Cruises run as normal if there are heavy rains. Just in case of tropical monsoons or storms, the trip will be canceled if there is an official announcement from Halong bay’s management board.

What will be if our trip gets canceled due to storms? Can we get a full refund?

Please note that the decision to cancel a cruise trip is made entirely by Halong Port Authority and often based on wind level. According to our cancellation policy due to bad weather, if the tour is canceled in advance with prior notice, a full refund will be made. On the other hand, if the tour is canceled midway through, you will be charged for services already use (such as shortened cruise trip, or breakfast, or shuttle bus, whichever applies in specific cases).

Can I change the cruise after I have booked one?

According to our booking policy, if you cancel the trip more than 30 days prior to check-in, there is no charge. You can change the cruise after you have booked one if more than 30 days prior to check-in. Otherwise, there will be a surcharge for change since we have to cancel one cruise and book another one. Nonetheless we always try our best to accommodate your change with minimal fee whenever possible so please reach out to us as soon as you can.

If I don't want to join the excursion, can I stay on board?

All activities onboard and off-board are optional. You can skip the excursion and spend the whole time relaxing on the boat.

What experiences do Halong bay cruises offer?

For outdoor activities, you can visit a cave, swim on the beach, kayak, climb up the mountain and watch the overview of Halong bay from above. For onboard activities, you can watch the bay view from the top deck, watch the sunrise and sunset from the private balcony cabin, join a cooking class, fish squid, practice Taichi, relax in a pool onboard, etc.

Are there cabins on Halong day cruises?

At the moment only Ambassador Day Cruise has cabin available. All other day cruises do not have sleep compartment.

Is there any cruise going for 3 or 4 nights in Halong bay?

Yes. There are only a few ships cruising for 3 - 4 nights in Halong Bay with different schedules such as Capella, Stellar of the Seas, Elite of the Seas, Heritage Binh Chuan, Dragon Pearl, Dragon Legend, etc. For most cruises, you can also book 3-4 continuous nights if you want to stay for longer, however, the schedule will be repeated.

How much is a 2 day 1 night cruise?

It really depends on your preference. Budget Cruises (3*) starts from around US$100-130 per person. Mid-range cruises (4*) cost you from US$130 - 160. Luxury Cruises (5*) costs you from US$160 to $400 per person for 2 days 1 night.

What is better, 1 night or 2 nights?

Each program has both advantages and disadvantages. 1-night program is a bit short but more affordable and covers the most outstanding activities in Halong bay, the 2-night program offers a more relaxing schedule and visits farther parts of the bay but is more expensive. Besides, it also depends on available time and personal preference.

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While searching for cruising Halong bay, you may see mostly the 1 night or 2 night itinerary. Very few cruises offer a continuous 4 day 3 night trip since it is a long duration and costs a lot more than the others. Besides, spending up to 3 nights in a destination is not popular and favored for first-timers. Nevertheless, a 4-day cruise tour still bears its own advantages that you may want to try once!

• How is 4 day 3 night cruising?

Since all overnight cruises depart from the port at noon time and get back at a similar time, you only have around 24 hours onboard for a 1-night trip. Therefore, cruising for 3 nights offers you almost 72 hours on the cruise.

Like a floating hotel, a 3-night cruise includes a full range of services with prevailing facilities such as private cabins with a bathroom, all meals in the program, drinks, safety equipment, English speaking tour guide, activities and programs on 4 days, etc. The more luxurious the cruise is, the more variety of facilities and services it offers.

Why should you try 4 day 3 night cruising in Halong?

• More relaxing time

Normally, a 1-night or 2-night program includes all the most signature spots in the bay. Constant activities for these itineraries may make you feel rushed and not have enough downtime to rest and enjoy. For a 4 day 3 night itinerary, the schedule includes more excursions yet the activities may be repeated, especially the onboard activities. You can have more private time in your lovely cabin and balcony, more time for a rejuvenation spa, or simply spend hours lazing on the sun terrace deck.

• Escape from the crowds

Instead of only coming to the most-visited attractions, cruising for 3 nights, you will escape from the crowds with isolated spots and experience maximum privacy and peace. What could be better than a sun-kissed vacation on a pristine sandy beach or floating on a kayak in the middle of the ocean with no one and no other boats around? 4 day 3 night itineraries are perfect for a hassle-free trip on Halong bay.

A great diversity of activities 

3-night cruising undoubtedly offers a great variety of activities both on and off the boat. Depending on each cruise type, the facilities and services may provide a bunch of activities such as playing golf, soaking in the swimming pool, having body massage and skin care, playing poker, singing karaoke, fishing squid, doing Taichi at dawn, etc. Moreover, the onboard activities and facilities may repeat day by day, giving you more options to join without missing one.

As for off-board excursions, you can try almost all typical activities such as swimming, sunbathing on the beach, visiting a floating village, exploring the cave, riding a bike or taking an electric car around a local village, kayaking on the bay, etc. A 4 day 3 night itinerary ensures you to freely choose a leisure or active time.

• Best cruises for 4 day 3 night itinerary

You have the flexibility to book cruises for any duration, as long as you are indifferent to repeated itineraries. However, if you prefer a constant itinerary, a 4-day itinerary can be found in more Lan Ha bay cruises than in Halong or Bai Tu Long bay. Apart from private cruises, here are some suggested shared cruises for a 4 day 3 night itinerary you can refer to:

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1. do we return to the harbor daily to pick up new passengers.

It depends on which cruise and which itinerary you book in advance. If you book a continuous 3-night itinerary on a shared cruise, you will join excursions on a day boat while the mother boat comes back to the harbor to pick up new passengers.

2. Can we choose the attractions to visit?

If you book a private charter cruise, you can send a request to the cruise organizer for the itinerary change. If you book a shared cruise, all passengers share one itinerary and cannot change the attractions. Please note that the alternative attractions must be in the same area as other attractions since each cruise must follow one route in a specific bay.

3. Are the facilities onboard all included?

Except for the spa/massage/sauna, all facilities such as mini-golf, swimming pool, library, and poker club are included in the room rate.

4. Is it possible to extend 1 night if we have booked 2 nights?

Yes. You certainly can extend more nights while you have booked a 2-night trip. In case you are in the middle of the trip, the extension is possible yet you may need to come back to the harbor for the new registration at the port and will go the same itinerary as before.

5. Do I stay overnight on the boat for all 3 nights or do we stay in the hotel as well?

For 4 day 3 night itineraries, you usually stay on the boat for all 3 nights.

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Transportation to Halong Bay Getting to Halong Bay is quite easy with many transport options. Here’s a summary:

Cruise embarkation point: Tuan Chau Marina (Halong City) From Hanoi city center: 146 km – bus / car (2h30’) From Noi Bai International Airport: 148 km – bus / car (3h) or seaplane (45’) From Cat Bi International Airport: 62 km – car / taxi (1h45’)

How to get from Hanoi to Halong Bay For most international travelers, Hanoi is  a natural starting point  for a trip to visit Halong Bay. Whether you’re traveling from the Old

Quarter or directly from the Noi Bai Airport to Halong Bay, you have a range of options at your disposal.

A private car or a  7-seater limousine  arranged by your cruise company is easily the most convenient. Public buses are also available.

How to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Halong Bay Want to visit Halong Bay from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)? There are frequent flights between all of Vietnam’s cities. This is the best option for comfort and saving precious time!

You may have heard that mass tourism has taken its toll on Halong Bay, some also find Halong Bay overcrowded, especially during the high season. However, Halong Hub tour operators have bespoke itineraries to ensure that while in Ha Long Bay, you get as much exposure to  the majestic nature  around you as possible, away from other tourists.

The two neighboring bays  –  Bai Tu Long Bay  and  Lan Ha Bay  – are both much quieter, and equally pretty, and they offer an easy alternative if you want to avoid crowds altogether.

Nature lovers  are drawn to Vietnam by the bay’s legendary landscapes and captivating wildlife, but Halong Bay is equally bursting at the seams with attractions for  adventure-seekers . It’s best to explore them while touring the bay on a cruise boat, hopping on and off the ship to go snorkeling, kayaking, cave spelunking, or trekking in Halong’s beautiful landscape. You can also go parasailing above the bay, try your hand at squid fishing, feast on fresh seafood and pay a visit to floating villages, among many other great attractions.

Take a look at our list of   18 fascinating things to do in Halong Bay , Vietnam.

Prices start from roughly USD100-200 per person, depending on your cabin choice. Cruises are split into budget, mid-range, and luxury packages.

For more details and to  book directly through our site , navigate to our complete list of  Halong Bay Cruises .

And since your days in Halong Bay are going to be filled to the brim with fun, you are likely to suddenly find yourself starving in the evening. Don’t worry, Halong Bay is  a great destination for foodies  – there’s a whole range of mouth-watering local dishes for you to try and all our junk boat cruises have private chefs and feasts written into the itinerary!

One of the things you should definitely factor into your travel plans is  Halong Bay weather . No two months in the bay are quite the same, and the four different seasons all come with different pros and cons.

Generally speaking, the two periods considered most favorable for visiting Ha Long Bay run from September to November and from March to May, and they offer a wonderful mix of pleasant temperatures and mostly clear skies.

For more on Halong Bay weather , check out our detailed guide on  the best times to visit Halong Bay , including a month-by-month weather breakdown.

You have three primary options for your accommodation in Halong Bay: staying on one of the islands, staying inland, and spending one or two nights on a cruise ship.

The best option is to stay on an overnight cruise.

Halong Bay cruise itineraries range from 2 days 1 night to 3 days 2 nights, each packed with unique activities on one-of-a-kind cruise ships.

If you’re still in two (or three) minds  about how much time is needed, check out our guide to  Halong Bay cruise itineraries

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Aquamarine Cruise offers a luxurious and captivating cruising experience on Halong Bay. Step aboard and embark on a mesmerizing voyage to discover the breathtaking beauty of this renowned destination.

Distinguished as the first cruise to showcase a neo-classical design, Aquamarine Cruise Halong Bay boasts 22 elegant cabins, a restaurant, and a bar, all designed to accommodate up to 70 guests.

Departing from Halong, Aquamarine Cruise presents passengers with a delightful journey through the enchanting landscapes of Halong Bay. Choose from either a 2-day 1-night or a 3-day 2-night itinerary to fully immerse yourself in the dreamlike surroundings.

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10 Reasons To Love Capella Cruise - Best Halong Bay Cruise For Families

T he choices are plentisome (and overwhelming) when it comes to cruising Ha Long Bay. As you walk down the port in Ha Long City, and then watch further into the bay, dozens and hundreds of boats and ships of all shapes and sizes, fill up the incredible landscape. So which one should you choose when traveling with children?

We have three kids and wanted to overnight several nights on Ha Long Bay. We went with Capella Cruise and we can’t recommend them enough! Here are 10 things to know about the best Ha Long Bay cruise for families on Capella Cruise:

1- Capella Cruise Has The Only Water Slide In Ha Long Bay!

Probably not your number 1 priority when shopping for an Ha Long Bay cruise, but hey, for all it’s worth, our family loved it and its spices up the cruise! Also… if your kids see it and you’re on another ship… good luck!

2- Capella Cruise Family Rooms

The family rooms are the first reason we considered Capella Cruise, amongst the hundreds of other choices!

On most other cruise lines, you get very small cabins, and when you travel with children, they sleep on narrow beds, hard mattresses, and the beds go up in the walls during the day. On Capella Cruise, however, the Family Suite is a very large, 2-room suite, with the parental room and its gigantic bed, and a kids’ room with three individual beds. The mattresses and the bedding are the very best!

Every bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with a standalone tub over viewing the bay! The Family Suite has a built-in tub, but the view is just as fantastic! And everyone has a large balcony as well!

In the room, you will find refillable water bottles, with water stations scattered around the ship, as well as Crocs for the whole family, to wear in the cabin or around the ship.

3- Daily Water Activities

Every day after lunch, Capella Cruise anchors in a beautiful bay, surrounded by some of the most gorgeous scenery our planet has to offer.

For a few hours, you are free to kayak anywhere in the bay. Our kids absolutely loved it – they even took naps on the kayak! We spotted locals’ graves on some of the islands, purple crabs, and giant jellyfish (they don’t sting and are a sight to see)!

The use of kayaks is free and included with your cruise – you will be given a life jacket. You can also rent stand-up paddle boards if you wish.

It is during water activities that the slide is open, and you are welcome to swim in the bay as well, enjoy the pool and hot tub, or just jump off the boat, if that’s what your active kiddos prefer to do!

4- All-Inclusive Excursions

Alright – the real reason you are coming to Ha Long Bay, Vietnam and what makes a good experience, great! The excursions are all included in the price of the Capella Cruise!!

You may be very happy to just cruise along the bay and take in the scenery – however, going out and experiencing the islands is the only way to fully take it in.

Depending on the the length of your cruise, you can experience the following excursions, with guides from the ship:

• Bicycle (or golf cart) tour on Cat Ba Island – the only inhabited island in Ha Long Bay: there you will partake in a foot fish massage, tasting of interesting local wines (think cobra wine!!), get a quick geography lesson, and cycle through gorgeous nature
• Three Peach Beach: a quick but sweet stop over at this golden sand beach. The water, a little cold for our liking, was beautiful, and our kids preferred to build a fort on the beach instead. Love that Capella Cruise brings all towels and water bottles on board the speed boat, so you don’t have to!
• Dry cave visit: after a quick speed boat trip, followed by a 15-minute car ride to another part of Cat Ba Island, visit this beautiful dry cave, accompanied by a guide from the ship. Dong Trung Trang is super fun, and unlike most caves, it is over ground, so the temperature is quite warm.
• On disembarkation day, board a bamboo boat to this ocean Dark & Bright Cave, where you can hope to spot one of only 80 langur monkeys left in the world. The government is trying to bring them all to this area of Cat Ba island, to help with conserving and growing the species, as it is one of the most endangered species on the planet. Quick tip – keep an eye out for moving foliage!

5- The Food!!!

We could not believe the gastronomic journey that was Capella Cruise. As with excursion, everyone has the same first dinner, second dinner, and so on. We sailed for 3 nights and all three dinners were incredible!

Dinner is a set menu, but before embarking, you will be asked about food allergies and preferences. From there, the chef will make the necessary changes. I am allergic to oysters and was brought other seafood when oysters were on the menu. We saw several vegetarians being served a totally different menu than ours.

Typically, breakfast and lunch are buffets, though we’ve had a sit-down lunch as well.

We loved being served lunch on embarkation day, as well as breakfast + brunch on disembarkation day. So no one went hungry between leaving the ship and getting back to Hanoi.

6- Different Lengths Of Stay Every Day

This one is a bit of a hard concept to grab, especially if you are used to cruising. With Capella Cruise, your family can choose to cruise 1, 2, or 3 nights (that is, until a new ship is added to the fleet). Because Ha Long Bay is fairly small, the ship anchors in the same anchorage every night, and moves back towards the port to pick up new passengers every day.

While the ship moves back closer to Ha Long City, if you are in between two nights, you will be away on your excursion. On any given day, day 1, 2, and 3 excursions are offered, and depending on which day of YOUR cruise it is, you will partake in that program. So everyone’s Day 1 is the same, no matter the day of the week you embarked.

Here’s the schedule, to help you decide on how many night work best for your family (if you ask me, 3 nights is a must!):

1 NIGHT – lunch and water activities upon embarking the ship, then happy hour en route to the night anchorage, dinner and squid fishing. The next morning, wake up early to visit the Dark & Bright Cave, before enjoying a brunch and disembarkation around 11AM

2 NIGHTS – Embarkation day is the same as for 1-nighters, but as you wake on your first morning, you will board a speed boat to Cat Ba island and enjoy the bike (or golf cart) tour and everything that visit entails, and some beach time at Three Peach Beach. Your second day will be the Dark & Bright Cave / brunch / disembarkation.

3 NIGHTS – Adding on to the 2-night itinerary from above, on your last full day, you will board a speed boat to Cat Ba island and visit Dong Trung Trang Cave! Disembarkation days is Dark & Bright Cave / brunch / disembarkation.

At the end of each excursion, the speed boat will take you back to the anchorage near the city, when you will have lunch shortly after the new guests embark. From there awaits a daily afternoon of water activities.

7- Squid Fishing

Depending on your level of comfort with fishing, this can be a really neat thing to experience. We had never even heard of squid fishing, but squid is plentiful in Ha Long Bay and every night, sailors can fish with the crew. The squid is prepared fresh the following day and it is a very cool experience offered by Capella Cruise, where the kids are more than welcome to join!

8- Getting To Ha Long Made Easy

While we did not use the premium shuttle offered by Capella Cruise, know that it is available. It will pick you up in Hanoi city and drop you off at the cruise terminal, and take you back again after the cruise.

9- Daily Snacks and Happy Hour

Between water activities and dinner, there is about an hour of sailing. We recommend hitting the top decks for a 360-view and for free snacks.

The tropical fruits are amazing and plentiful and Capella Cruise adds some other finger food. It is best enjoyed watching the sun set on this UNESCO World Heritage Site, cocktail in hand, during the buy-2-get-1-free Happy Hour.

10- Daily Cooking Demonstrations

Every night, between Happy Hour and dinner is a cooking demonstration. A member of the crew will teach guests how to make the famous spring rolls. Sailors can partake in the class and roll their own rolls, which are later fried and enjoyed as the night falls!

A really neat Capella Cruise experience!

Best Halong Bay Cruise For Families With Kids

While I am sure other cruise lines do a fine job at hosting families, we can’t recommend Capella Cruise enough when cruising overnight with kids on Halong Bay!

The crew is incredible, the Family Room is extraordinary, and the offerings are second to none. You will love the food, the kindness of the people, the included excursions, and all of the activities on board and in the water.

We have loved our 3 nights with Capella Cruise and can’t thank them enough for hosting us. All opinions are our own.

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