


10 Best Recommended Cruises in Halong Bay 2023
See our top-recommended cruises from budget to luxury ones for your unforgettable boat trip in Halong Bay. Choose the best boat and enjoy BestPrice Travel's hot deals for all early bookings!
- Top 10 2023
- Luxury Cruises
- Bai Tu Long Bay Cruises
- Lan Ha Bay Cruises
- Overnight Cruises
- Day Cruises
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9.5Excellent - 60 reviewsWhile organizing a trip to Hanoi, specifically to Sapa and Halong Bay, I came across… Ms. Tina Tran -
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Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha BayJacuzzi Lounge Bar/Cafe Private BalconyWhy book?- A harmonious combination of lavish wooden design and modern style
- A spacious high-end restaurant has no dead corner
- All overnight cabin has a private balcony and bathtub with no extra bed fee
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Light Cave, Viet Hai village, Ba Trai Dao beach
- Couples, Honeymoon, Young Adults, Family with Kids
22 cabins - Metal Boat - Launched in 2019$162 /pax -
9.3Excellent - 171 reviewsThe rooms are comfortable. The crew was helpful. We cruised to Bai Tu Long, and… Ms.Megan Jean Smith -
Australia
Bai Tu Long Bay2 Nights without Day BoatWhy 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
- Thien Duc, Cap La, Hon Co Island – Thien Canh Son Cave, Vung Vieng
- Small group, Active travellers, Seniors
11 cabins - Wooden Boat - Launched in 2010$155 /pax -
9.4Excellent - 37 reviewsFirst, very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent food, suit my taste. Interesting… Tim Bell -
Germany
Halong Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay- Spring Deals: 30% OFF
Spa & MassageWhy book?- Top deck restaurant
- Interesting quiz nights & board games
- Private dining option available
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Vung Vieng, Cong Dam, Thien Canh Son Cave
- High-end travelers, Families with Kids, Group visitors
16 cabins - Wooden Boat - Launched in 2014$150 /pax -
9.4Excellent - 61 reviewsWe would recommend this cruise to anyone! The staff was kind and incredibly accommodating,… Ms.Mia Devina -
Australia
Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba Island- Spring Promotion: 30% OFF
Cigar/Pocker Club Fitness Center Lounge Bar/CafeWhy book?- Only ship owner private water slide
- Exclusive deck for meetings
- Exciting Cigar & Poker club
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Ao Ech Area, Dark & Bright Cave
- Family with Kids, Group Travel, Events & MICE
30 cabins - Metal Boat - Launched in 2020$187 /pax -
9.5Excellent - 25 reviewsOur first Halong Bay trip and everything was so good. Thanks to Minah's good suggestion,… Manoj Ram Hardasani -
India
Hanoi - Halong BayWhy book?- Visit various highlights of Halong Bay in 8 hours
- Experience the luxurious service day cruise
- Mega menu with more than 50 dishes
- 1 day
- Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Titop Island
- Group Travel, Young Adults, Luxury Travellers
Steel - Launched in 2021$64 /pax -
9.5Excellent - 69 reviewsBeautiful and spacious room. High-end and professional services. Friendly and useful… Ms.Aleksandra Dawidowska -
United Kingdom
Halong Bay - Lan Ha BayFitness Center Jacuzzi Private BalconyWhy book?- Lovely private Jacuzzi & standing shower in all cabins
- The first cruises have medical centers
- Best for a Halong family experience
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Viet Hai Village, Ao Ech, Dark & Bright cave, Viet Hai village
- Wealthy traveler, Leisure traveler, Family with kids
18 cabins - Steel Boat - Launched in 2017$158 /pax -
9.6Excellent - 101 reviewsWe went on a date night sail through Lan Ha Bay. The encounter is wonderful. The… Mr. Pedro Dama -
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Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba IslandFitness Center Lounge Bar/Cafe Private BalconyWhy book?- An overnight cruise in Cat Ba Island with well-decorated by an artful and vintage design
- Delicious food including both Western and Vietnamese cuisine
- Immense sundeck for organizing various big events
- 1 night
- Dark & Bright Cave, Trung Trang Cave, Viet Hai Village
- Luxury travellers, Couples, Family with Kids, Company trip, Wedding Events
43 cabins - Metal Boat - Launched in 2019$168 /pax -
9.1Excellent - 151 reviewsBest cruise on the Heritage Halong Bay so far. Nice service, good qualified staff,… Ms.Kelly Crabtree -
United States
Halong Bay - Titop Island - Sung Sot Cave - Cua Van VillageSpa & MassageWhy book?- Traditional wooden junk
- Spacious sundeck with lounge area and sun beds
- Offer tailored-made menu options
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Budget and Mid-range travelers, Solos, Couples
15 cabins - Wooden Boat - Launched in 2009$132 /pax -
9.1Excellent - 85 reviewsTotally happy with how the trip goes, comfortable cabin, delicious food, nice guide… Seren Berry -
Brazil
Halong Bay - Bai Tu Long BayWhy book?- Elegant traditional-style junk
- Budget cruise with diverse activities and full meal on-board
- All cabins have view to the bay
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Luon Cave, Titop Island, Fairy Lake, Drum Cave, Pearl Farm, Surprising Cave
- Budget traveler, Solo
14 cabins - Wooden Boat - Launched in 2013$126 /pax -
9.3Excellent - 36 reviewsLovely stay on the Orchid Trendy cruise! Incredible service, staff, and food were… Ms.Amanda Cowgill -
United States
Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba IslandFitness Center Jacuzzi Kids ClubWhy book?- Route to the famous attraction of Lan Ha Bay
- New kid's club - more private time for parents
- 4-season swimming pool in 15m2
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Tra Bau area, Ao Ech area, Viet Hai village
- Family with kids, Group of friends, Seniors
20 cabins - Metal Boat - Launched in 2017$166 /pax
FAQs
1. Is Halong Bay cruise worth it?
Yes, it is worth trying. Halong Bay is definitely a place you should not miss when travelling to Vietnam because of its unique beauty.
You will get a memorable experience that combines relaxing and exciting activities: kayaking, boat rowing, cave exploring, rock climbing, etc. while cruising in the bay.
2. How much is cruise in Halong Bay 2023?
Halong bay cruise price is depended on the season, availability, and duration. Most of cruises does not include the transfer in their package. You have to pay extra for the transfer if you want to pick up from Hanoi.
The price in 2023 for a day trip is between $65 - $95/ person and $120 - $200/person for 1-night cruise. Please see the prices table below for your reference:
(Note: price is per person in USD)
Cruise Type | Price of Low season (May - Sep) | Price of High season (Jan - Apr & Otc - Dec) |
Day trip | 65$ - 95$ | US 75$ - 120$ |
2 days 1 night | 120$ - 200$ | US 130$ - 250$ |
3 days 2 nights | 220$ - 400$ | US 240$ - 250$ |
Charter boat - 1 night | 330$ - 500$ | US 360$ - 600$ |
Charter boat - 2 nights | 660$ - 1.000$ | US 720$ - 1.200$ |
Shuttle Bus round trip | 40$ -60$ | 40$ -60$ |
3. Should I book cruise Halong Bay in advance?
Yes, you should book your cruise 3-6 months in advance, before arriving in Vietnam. There are 3 main reasons below:
- You can get early bird deals which can save a lot
- More time to find the best cruise and avoid any risk about not availability
- Find the best agent who offers the best price and best support
4. What is cancellation policy due to bad weather of Halong Bay?
All cruises in Halong Bay must have permission from the Management Board to stay overnight in the Bay. Based on the weather conditions (high winds, monsoon, thunderstorm, cyclone, storm...), the Management Board has the authority to cancel all cruises on a certain day to guarantee the safety of tourists.
In those cases, the following policies will be applied for Cruise:
- If the cancellation is informed before you leave Hanoi to Halong Bay (you have not used any service yet): 100% refund.
- If the cancellation is informed during the trip (you have already used some services: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel,...): Only the fee of these services will be charged and we will refund the whole remaining amount
- If the trip is cut down from 3 days/2 nights to 2 days/1 night, we will charge as 2 days/1 night trip, plus other services you have already used, and refund the remaining amount.
Important Notes:
- The cancellation is announced ONLY by the Management Board and often on short notice of time. Therefore your understanding of these situations is highly appreciated
- The period from May to July is considered storm weather in Halong Bay with many unpredictable weather conditions. Hence more cruises will be canceled with short notice during this season.
- In all cases, please contact our consultants directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
5. How to choose the best cruise in Halong Bay?
It is not easy to find the best cruise among over 100 cruises in Halong Bay. Below are 4 small tips for you:
- Decide itinerary & cruise route: The central (classic route), Lan Ha Bay (new trendy route), Cat Ba Island (combine trip to stay in the island), or Bai Tu Long Bay (less touristy route).
- Estimate your budget: There are different types of cruise from budget (from US120$ person/night), mid-range (from US135$ person/night) to luxury (from US165$ person/night), so let's check how much you want to spend.
- Check which cruise fits with your needs: for family with kids, private charter, couples, honeymoonm activity onboard...
- Choose the reputable agent to book
Questions & Answers (235)
Hi, I checked your cruise package on the website, and I don't know the difference between a cruise in Lan Ha Bay and a cruise on Cat Ba Island. Which destination is more experience and interesting than?
The itinerary is the same, the difference is the cruise on Cat Ba will just pick up in Cat Ba Island. Thank you
Hi I am Wilson, I am in halong bay and I am single traveler, I would like to join halong bay Cruise tomorrow, can you let me what kind of choice do I have?
I am not sure your budget but we have available Phoenix Cruise (4*), Rosy Cruise (4*) or Mon Cheri Cruise (5*)
Hi I was checking your cruise package for Hanoi to Ha long bay. Wanted to check if you serve vegetarian or indian food?
We do serve vegetarian but not Indian food.
Hi. We want to organize a wedding on a cruise in Halong Bay, and our wedding will be this May. We want a luxury and world-class cruise that can accommodate 50 guests for our wedding. Can you suggest to us which cruise is suitable and the prices, please?
if you want to do in Day cruise, there will be ambassador cruise , if there is night cruise we have scarlet pearl or stellar of the sea will suitable with you
Hello. I want a two-day, one-night stay that is luxurious (excellent cuisine, roomy), includes transportation from Hanoi, and includes kayaking. Caves and pearl farm okay, also hill hiking is good to get great views of the bay. Not sure whether bai tu long is better than lang ha or ha long? and which one has greater views and fewer people? Thanks a lot!
Current most unique route and quite is Bai Tu Long, So you can choose SIgnature or Dragon legend to enjoy the most luxurious trip.