Top 10 Halong Bay Junk Boat Cruises 2024
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9.6Excellent - 238 reviewsThe facilities were just as promised. The itinerary was well-planned. The bus ride… Ms.Apoorva R - United StatesLan Ha Bay - Cat Ba IslandBar Cafe & Lounge PoolWhy book?
- Bestseller 4-star junk cruise in Lan Ha Bay 2023/24
- 20 deluxe cabins with private balconies & bathtubs
- High-quality service as a luxury cruise
- 1 night 2 nights
- Trung Trang Cave, Tra Bau Area, Viet Hai Village
- Group travel, Family with kids, Events & MICE
20 cabins - Metal Boat - Launched in 2018$159 /pax -
9.4Excellent - 267 reviewsThe cruise was amazing, with excellent organization, professionalism, and friendliness.… Mr.Michael G - AustraliaHalong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba Island
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- Travelers' Choice 2024 - Free Hanoi Food Tour
Bar Cooking Class JacuzziWhy book?- One of the best boutique luxury cruises to Lan Ha Bay
- Beautiful Sky Bar and jacuzzi pool with pretty lights on the sundeck
- All cabins have private balconies & bathtubs
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Trung Trang Cave, Ao Ech Area, Viet Hai Village, Ba Trai Dao
- Seniors, Couples, Luxury travelers
14 cabins - Metal - Launched in 2016$190 /pax -
9.4Excellent - 224 reviewsWe booked a 3-day cruise in Halong Bay, Vietnam with the BestPriceTravel agent Ms.… Jose J - SpainHanoi - Halong Bay - Bai Tu Long BayBar Free Wi-fi JacuzziWhy book?
- Traditional wooden junk boat
- Cruising through the off-the-beaten-track Bai Tu Long Bay
- Broad cabins with private balconies and jacuzzi
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Vung Vieng Village, Cong Dam Area, Thien Canh Son Cave
- Seniors, Singles & Solo
12 cabins - Wooden - Launched in 2013$151 /pax -
9.1Excellent - 112 reviewsHi, my experience was really positive, very nice ship, with clean and comfortable… Andrea C - ItalyHalong BayBar Cooking Class Free Wi-fiWhy book?
- Elegant Vietnamese traditional-style junk boat
- Budget cruise with nice service
- All cabins have large sea-view windows
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Luon Cave, Titop Island, Bright Cave, Ba Trai Dao Area, Pearl Farm, Surprising Cave
- Budget traveler, Solo
14 cabins - Wooden Boat - Launched in 2013$107 /pax -
9.1Excellent - 49 reviewsThe classic ship offers opulent amenities and dining, and the devoted crew team… Kertin M - NorwayHalong BayBar Cafe & Lounge Free Wi-fiWhy book?
- The first junk boats in Halong Bay powered by biodiesel.
- Traditional Vietnamese design while having high standards of construction.
- Offer various kinds of service: bar, spa & massage, events, etc.
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Luon Cave, Titop Island, Sung Sot Cave, Trinh Nu Cave, Pearl Farm
- Couples, Group of friends
32 cabins - Metal Boat - Launched in 2009$143 /pax -
9.2Excellent - 175 reviewsEverything about this trip was wonderful. The staff from Bestprice Travel and Paradise… Alexander K - CanadaHalong BayBar Butler Service Live MusicWhy book?
- Traditional wooden junk
- Spacious sundeck with lounge area and sun beds
- Offer tailored-made menu options
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Titop Island, Luon Cave, Sung Sot Cave, Cua Van Village
- Budget and Mid-range travelers, Solos, Couples
15 cabins - Wooden - Launched in 2009$127 /pax -
9.3Excellent - 188 reviewsMy buddies and I spent two days and one night on a boat to Bai Tu Long. This area… Joy M - AustriaBai Tu Long Bay2 Nights without Day Boat BarWhy book?
- The legend of traditional junk in Bai Tu Long Bay
- Best services & interesting activities onboard
- Small boat for peaceful & great experience
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Hon Co Island, Thien Canh Son Cave, Vung Vieng
- Small group, Active travelers, Seniors, Budget travelers
10 cabins - Wooden Boat - Launched in 2010$155 /pax -
9.3Excellent - 63 reviewsThank you for booking the transfer for us. It made the experience so smooth and… Genevieve M - DenmarkHalong Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay
- Travelers' Choice 2024 - Free Hanoi Food Tour
Bar Free Wi-fi JacuzziWhy book?- Wooden Junk boat with a huge 130m2 Sun Terrace
- Off-the-beaten route in Bai Tu Long Bay
- Broad cabins for families with ensuite Jacuzzi bathtub
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Vung Vieng Village, Cong Dam, Thien Canh Son Cave
- High-end travelers, Families with Kids, Group visitors
16 cabins - Wooden - Launched in 2014$154 /pax -
9.2Excellent - 16 reviewsThe cruise is wonderful, and Mr. Peter and Mr. Luke are our favorite tour guides… Ms.Renee C - AustraliaHa Long Bay - Bai Tu LongBarWhy book?
- Classic wooden junk with 4 decks
- Cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay - Untouched path!
- Best value for money - rated by travelers
- 1 night
- Thien Canh Son Cave, Vung Vieng Village
- Budget travelers, Small group, Couples
22 cabins - Wooden - Launched in 2015$121 /pax -
9.4Excellent - 28 reviewsWe booked the Prince junk boat, which only has four beds, so our group had the entire… Wonchul C - United StatesBai Tu Long Bay2 Nights without Day BoatWhy book?
- A private cruise with 04 cabins explores the hidden charm of Bai Tu Long Bay
- Well-trained and expert crew to give attentive services
- Traditional junk with teak and oak paneling and furniture, all constructed by skilled craftsmen
- 1 night, 1 night, 2 nights
- Thien Canh Son Cave, Hon Co Island, Vung Vieng Villlage, Yen Duc Village
- Senior, Family with Kids, Couples, Luxury travellers
4 cabins - Wooden Boat - Launched in 2008$220 /pax
About Halong Bay Junk Boat
It is a fact that finding high-quality Halong Bay junk boats overnight is challenging at present. The reason for this matter is because of the trend of making steel boats in the bay. Cruises made of steel are bigger and more stylish and become hot for travelers in Halong Bay, which makes many people gradually forget about the existence of traditional junk boats. If you want to travel to Halong Bay most authentically, wooden junk must be the best choice.
Junk Cruise Standards
Most of the junk cruises in Halong Bay were launched in the last decade (2007 - 2019), at the early stages of cruising services in Halong Bay. There are new boats and luxury junks, of course, but just a very modest number as the steel junks are dominating the bay right now.
Price range
The majority of these boats are budget cruises with 3 - 4-star service standards and you can easily book one for a 2d1n or 3d2n cruise trip at reasonable prices (only from US $126/ pax). For the higher class, BestPrice Travel offers 5-star luxury junk boats like Emperor (from US $276/pax) and Orchid Classic (from US $175/pax).
Facilities
Although the wooden junks are small, and cannot afford as many functions as the steel boats, they can still provide perfectly the comfort of full-amenity cabins, delicious meals, and all the must-try activities such as sightseeing, swimming, kayaking, and night squid fishing.
Services
There is no worry about the quality of services at Halong Bay Junk Boat Cruise, as they all have many years of experience in the bay with well-trained staff. Some of them offer private and 5-star luxury junk boats to provide the best quality trip for every passenger.
Cruise safety
You don’t have to be concerned about the safety of the wooden boats, as all the junk is maintained periodically, at least once or twice a year. Only recognized boats meeting the government’s safety standards are allowed to travel in the bay.
Cruise Itinerary
While most of the new steel cruises travel through Halong to Lan Ha Bay, a new hot travel route these years, wooden junks mostly travel in Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay, which means you have 2 main options for the itinerary: classic and off-the-beaten-track ones.
Halong Bay
The classic itinerary is ideally suitable for first-time travelers coming to Halong Bay, which allows you to visit the most popular attractions here such as Titop Island, Sung Sot Cave, and Luon Cave.
Bai Tu Long Bay
When you choose the off-the-beaten-track, that means you will have a chance to explore the unspoiled beauty of the bay. The junk cruise will take you deep into remote areas like Vung Vieng Village, Thien Canh Son Cave, and Cong Do Area.
Top 10 Halong Bay Junk Boats
From US $126/ 2 days, BestPrice Travel offers the best Halong Bay traditional junk boats with high-quality services and unique cruise experiences onboard. Please refer to our top Halong Bay junk boat overnight in 2023 and choose the best one for you.
Cruise |
Price from (per pax) | Why choose? |
Signature |
US $150 | Authentic traditional wooden junk |
Dragon Pearl Junk |
US $155 | 3d2n itinerary without day boat |
Signature Royal |
US $150 | Large sundeck & broad cabins |
Paradise Sails |
US $130 | Best services |
Phoenix |
US $126 |
Off-the-beaten-track itinerary |
Orchid Classic |
US $175 | Best boutique luxury cruise |
Indochina Sails |
US $160 | Professional staff |
Emperor |
US $276 |
Most luxurious cruise with unlimited services |
If you are a fan of classic style and expect a remarkable cruise trip with a rustic wooden boat, just book one of the above cruises, they all are the best junks in Halong Bay and promise a perfect cruising experience.
Have you had any options on the wishlist? Let's send us a request for further information and helpful advice from our travel consultants.
FAQs
Based on the star rating of the cruise, facilities, and services, here are the best-recommended junk boat cruise in Halong Bay following each demand:
- Most Luxurious: Emperor Cruises
- Most recommended: Orchid Classic Cruise - 5-star cruise provides fewer cabins with acceptable price
- The best choice for Bai Tu Long: Signature Royal Cruise
- Budget cruise: Majestic Cruise
For more options, you can refer to our selective list of the 10 best Halong Bay Junk Boats
The most luxurious junk boat in Halong Bay is Emperor Cruises for its great facilities and only 10 private cabins. Furthermore, Emperor cruise provides massages and saunas, gym services without fee.
There are different prices for Halong Bay Junk Boat based on the number of days, cruise star rating, and the number of private cabins:
- 5-star cruise:
- 2 days 1 night: from $142/pax to $435/pax
- 3 days 2 nights: from $274/pax to $659/pax
- 4-star cruise:
- 2 days 1 night: from $147/pax to $442/pax
- 3 days 2 nights: from $253/pax to $904/pax
- 3-star cruise:
- 2 days 1 night: from $125/pax to $139/pax
- 3 days 2 nights: from $220/pax to $233/pax
This is the list of best private junk boat which is suitable for each demand:
- Best service: Swan Cruise
- Best choice for budget: Dragon Pearl Junk
- Best schedule: Oriental Sails
- Most spacious: Aclass Legend Cruise
- Most romantic: Phoenix Cruise
Besides, you can refer to BestPrice Travel's list of the 10 best private junk boat in Halong Bay.
Questions & Answers (8)
Do you have a 7 to 10 day boat trip for 6 to 8 people on a small boat.(nothing over 12 people)..not interested in luxury. Can be different boats. Looking for a simple more local experience. Thank you
We will send you some option.
Hi, we are 3 adults looking for a luxury 3 day cruise that offers an authentic, off the beaten path itinerary with spacious room accommodations, spa services, pool and alcoholic drinks? I see some boats have rooms with balconies or large windows. Which do you recommend? Looking to book for the end of April 2024. Thanks for your help.
Hi! Most of off-the-beaten-path cruises are quite small or old, so there's only one has pool (actually a big jacuzzi) which is
On the other hand, best cruise boats with full service as your expection travel through the most trendy route (more touristic, of course). You can consider the list at our best selection of Lan Ha Bay Cruise.
We are a group of 4 adults and 4 children and would like a private junk charter Halong Bay around 3rd July 2024 for 2 nights. Can you please let me know if you have an available junk and the cost? Regards
We have available private 2 cabins with Valentine or Legend Halong cost about 1,584 USD for your family.
Hi, we'll be in Hanoi Bay May 4th via Oceania Cruises. 7am - 4 pm. We really would like to explore the Hanoi Bay on a junk boat. Do you have any tours that can fit our schedule? Thanks,
Yes you can rent a private junk with L'amour or some thing similar for 8 hours from 8:00 AM - 3 PM. Please lets me know how many people are there in your group?
I would like to do a 3-day two-night cruise on a junk boat next - we are three adults and we require two rooms. Please let me know what is available. Thanks, Lisa
We have many option junk available on that date, may i know your budget so can suggest you the best one.