Halong Bay Cruises

Overview of Halong Bay Cruises 2022

As a Natural World Heritage, Halong Bay owns a unique beauty that could not be found anywhere in the world. A cruise is a great choice to explore the Bay as cruising is the only way that you can admire all the glory conveniently.

Just about 2 hours shuttle buses from Hanoi to Halong Bay, a cruise will bring you on an unimaginable trip through the majestic karst small and big mountains in interesting shapes, visit stunning natural caves, kayaking, and swim in the offshore crystal clear seawater, observe the local daily life floating in the Bay, etc.

Halong Bay Cruise - a must-do experience in Vietnam

Halong bay cruise price & itinerary

You can choose a Halong Bay tour based on your demands and your budget. Hundreds of cruises provide varied service standards for both day trips and overnight cruises at different prices ranging from budget to luxury.

Halong Bay Cruise prices 2022

Luxury cruise (5-star):

Halong Bay luxury cruises offer both day trips & overnight options with prices ranging from US $160 to US$ 190/person for a 1-night cruise that can satisfy even the most difficult guest with the perfect services and promise an unforgettable experience.

Mid-range cruise (4-star):

The mid-range cruises are also available for 1-night cruises with prices from US$ 135/person to US$ 165/person. 70% of the 4-star cruises in Halong Bay are made of steel, and the newer the boat, the more impressive its design.

Cheap cruise (3-star):

A cheap cruise price is only about US$ 90/person to US$ 130/person for an overnight cruise. Most of the cheap cruises in Halong are made of wood in a rustic style, quite small, and not many cabins on them (only about 9 – 15 cabins on average).

Besides, not all cruises in Ha Long Bay do the same itinerary. You can easily find and choose the Halong Bay itinerary with different cruise duration, departure ports, and areas based on your preference.

Available options usually include a day trip, 2 days 1-night, 3 days 2 nights, 4 days 3 nights, or a custom itinerary with duration. Based on the cruising area, you can choose a cruise in Halong Bay central, Bai Tu Long Bay, Cat Ba Island or Lan Ha Bay cruises. With cruise port, you can choose cruises from Halong International cruise port, Tuan Chau harbor, Hon Gai pier, or Got port.

Halong Bay cruising itinerary map

Day cruise:

As the travel time is limited: from 4 – 8 hours, a Halong Bay day cruise from Hanoi can only show the Bay's general view; however, these shortened itineraries are suitable for those who do not have much time to explore the Bay. The typical itineraries for a day trip allow travelers to visit some famous caves and islands, such as Thien Cung Cave, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and Cock Fighting Islet. 

Overnight cruise:

The Halong Bay cruise overnight is the most chosen one. You can decide between 2 days 1 night or 3 days 2 nights itinerary.

• 2 days 1-night: are most popular because the itinerary isn’t short and too long to fit almost all tourists. Compared with the day trip, the 2d1n owns diverse options for the itinerary, which allows you to travel deeply inside Halong.
• 3 days 2-night: are the perfect option for those who dive deep into the glory of the Bay. With the itinerary, you will have the chance to visit Halong Bay and visit 3 stunning Bays: Lan Ha Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay, and Cat Ba island.

Besides that, join an overnight cruise, and you have more time to enjoy kayaking in Halong Bay, and more exciting activities such as swimming, night bars on the sundeck, squid fishing, etc.

Kayaking in Halong Bay

How to book the best Halong bay cruise?

As avoiding scams is quite hard, it is important that tourists need to find a reputable travel agent to book a cruise confidently. BestPrice Travel is the most popular name among thousands of travel agencies providing cruise booking services. Here're the price and the reason to choose and book them of the 10 best Halong Bay cruises in 2022:

1. Mon Cheri Cruise - Best seller cruise in 2022

Having been the best-selling cruise of BestPrice Travel for years, Mon Cheri is always the top pick for any tourist who seeks a remarkable experience on Halong Bay. Although it is not so impressive from the outside, this 5-star cruise boat has claimed its position by providing high-end services at the cheapest price.

Highlight service and facilities:

• Has a private jacuzzi for most cabin standards
• Biggest panoramic-view sundeck Jacuzzi pool (15m2)
• Mini-golf on the sun deck

Why book?

• BestPrice Travel’s best-selling cruise in 2022
• The most reasonable price 5-star cruise on Halong Bay: only from USD 170/pax
• Serve delightful authentic Halal Foods

2. Scarlet Pearl Cruise - Best modern luxury ship

The Scarlet Pearl is always a shining star among the best cruise boats on Halong Bay. This splendid cruise is one of the most modern yachts here with trendy design and an ecologically energy-saving system - plus point for anyone who cares about sustainable tourism. 

Highlight services & facilities:

• Has 1 extremely large restaurant (300m2) and 2 bars (inside & outside) 
• The only boat that has Pearl Museum to tell more about the pearl and Halong Bay’s history.
• Outdoor jacuzzi available for relaxation while enjoying the stunning panoramic view of the bay.

Why book?

• The most modern luxury ship in Halong Bay
• The only cruise providing luxury Catamaran for the 3rd day’s itinerary, available for hire to operate special events (proposal or private ceremonies).

3. Sena Cruise - Best 4-star boat in Lan Ha Bay

Sena Cruise is one of the newest mid-range cruises in the bay with a unique design and perfect services. Although it is rated at 4-star standard, you still can have a luxury travel experience while cruising with Sena.

Highlight services & facilities:

• Large restaurant on the sun deck and spacious cabins compared to other 4-star boats in Halong
• Owns a small library on board
• Offers “Vietnamese tea tasting” instead of a cooking class

Why book?

• The best cruise for anyone finding a luxury trip at a mid-range price
• A no-plastic boat - the perfect choice for an environmentally friendly cruise
• The only cruise boat still includes visiting the floating village in its itinerary 

4. Orchid Cruise - Best luxury traditional boat

Orchid Classic Cruise is now also called Orchid Cruise to distinguish it from its siblings which are Orchid Trendy (also known as Azalea Cruise) and Orchid Premium. In fact, it is hard to find a 5-star boat which is still in good condition with modern facilities and provides outstanding services in Halong Bay like the Orchid. Therefore, this lovely boat is always the most recommended for anyone who wants to travel to Halong Bay on tradditional style boat.

Highlight services & facilities:

• Spacious family cabins with a max capacity of 6 people
• A Fancy outdoor Jacuzzi on the sundeck with a panoramic view
• The only boat includes “local wine tasting” in the cruise’s activities

Why book?

• Excellent travel experience rated by more than 1400 tourists on TripAdvisor (over 1600 reviews)
• Enthusiastic and professional staff recommended by most of the tourists
• Spacious private balconies available for all cabins

5. Peony Cruise - Best value for mid-range cruise

For years, the Peony cruise has been one of the best choices for 4-star boats in Halong. As one of the very 1st boats sailing to Lan Ha Bay, Peony knows this area inside out. Cruising with Peony, you will have a chance to see and experience all the best of Halong Bay.

Highlight services & facilities:

• Private balconies and sitting areas for all cabins
• A new Jacuzzi Pool on the sundeck with a stunning view of the bay

Why book?

• The first 4-star cruise travels to Lan Ha Bay with many years of experience
• A way to support the Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation

6. Swan Cruise - Best itinerary of 3-star cruise

Among hundreds of boats in Halong, Swan cruise scores in tourists’ hearts with its outstanding service. There is no cruise in the bay, even the 5-star ones, can receive more praise for its service, especially the staff, than Swan Cruise. If you are finding a trip exploring Halong Bay at a cheap price with the best service, this boat is always the top choice!

Highlight services & facilities:

• Large windows to Halong Bay available for all cabins
• Meals with both Vietnamese and International dishes
• Large sundeck with panoramic views

Why book?

• Provide the best service 3-star cruise at extremely cheap prices
• Best reviewed cruise on TripAdvisor - about 4800 excellent reviews

7. Paradise Elegance Cruise - Best service 5-star ship

There is no doubt that Paradise Elegance is one of the best luxury cruises in Halong Bay with the most perfect services. Traveling on this boat, you will be experienced the outstanding international 5-star standard for both services and facilities on board.

Highlight services & facilities:

• 15m2 Jacuzzi on sundeck - the biggest in the bay
• Live music performances in the cruise lounge
• Canapes sunset party
• The only boat traveling in Halong Bay has the butler service

Why book?

• Apply international standards for a 5-star cruise from services to facilities
• 2-star Michelin dining menu for the best culinary experience

8. Heritage Binh Chuan Cruise - Best luxurious boutique cruise

Inspired by Vietnamese history and culture, the Heritage Binh Chuan cruise is the most gorgeous luxury boutique boat sailing through Halong to Lan Ha Bay. 

Highlight services & facilities:

• Owns the biggest swimming pool in Halong Bay (32m2)
• Has both outdoor and indoor restaurants and also a sundeck bar
• A wine cellar with a wide selection of the finest wines
• Vovinam lesson for morning exercise

Why book?

• Awarded TripAdvisor’s “Best of the best” in 2022
• A boat telling stories about Vietnamese history and culture through an exclusive gallery exhibiting precious antiques and masterpieces
• Offers “royal dinner” - enjoy delightful fancy dinner in Vietnamese traditional costumes

9. Capella Cruise - Best onboard activities for a 5-star cruise

Capella is one of the biggest ship from Halong to Lan Ha Bay. Different from most cruise boats here, Capella impresses tourists with its special modern & colonial design which created the luxurious and elegant beauty of the boat. In addition, it is hard to find another 5-star cruise with so many interesting onboard activities like Capella.

Highlight services & facilities:

• Panoramic-view jacuzzi and pool
• Interesting waterslide
• Exciting Cigar and Poker club
• Bathtubs with glorious ocean view available for all cabins

Why book?

• The only Halong cruise owns a Poker Club on board
• Safe pool for children (only 1m dept and a safeguard’s always available)

10. Hermes Cruise - Best new cruise in Halong Bay

As the newest 5-star cruise traveling on Halong Bay, Hermes cruise brings a new wind with many surprises for tourists. For anyone who is food-lovers, this boat will give you a special culinary experience with fresh foods and fine dining.

Highlight services & facilities:

• A la carte dinner with traditional music on the sundeck
• An open kitchen at the boat’s stern
• Large balconies for all cabins - can set up private dinners

Why book?

• The only boat cruising Halong Bay itinerary has an outside Jacuzzi
• Tourists have 1.5 hours more for experiencing the bay than traveling with other cruises
• A special gift set for guests after the cruise includes ceramics cups in seagrass bags

With more than 12 years of experience and 10 years awarded “Traveller Choice” of TripAdvisor, tourists definitely should mark BestPrice as the top priority travel agent to book cruise trips with no hesitation.