


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/ PoolWhy 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 -
9.2Excellent - 29 reviewsIt is worth staying the night on the boat in Halong Bay. You can eat delicious cuisine… Mr. Herry Jenth -
Maldives
Halong BayWhy book?- Various fantastic & chilling activities
- A Mid-range cruise with many choices of cabin types
- Unique Halong Bay route to explore Surprise Cave & Trinh Nu Cave
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Trinh Nu Cave, Sung Sot Cave
- Group Travel, Family with Kids
25 cabins - Metal Boat - Launched in 2022$129 /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 IslandJacuzzi/ PoolWhy 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 -
9.5Excellent - 16 reviewsAlthough we had taken a two-night cruise with a different company five years ago,… Ms.Debra Beaty -
Australia
Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha BayWhy book?- The first luxurious day boat sailing in Lan Ha Bay
- 7.5 hours exploring the most famous attractions
- Great services, authentic deluxe decorations, delicious food
- 1 day
- Dark and Light Grotto
- Couples, Singles & Solo, Young Adults, Luxury Travellers
Metal Boat - Launched in 2018$115 /pax -
9.3Excellent - 119 reviewsStunning views. The food was tasty. The host was polite and made the experience… Ms.Linda Anne Jackson -
Australia
Halong BayWhy book?- Wide view to the bay with huge windows
- Classic itinerary on Halong Bay
- Wooden boat of high quality services
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Tung Sau Area, Titop Island, Cua Van Village, God Cave, Sung Sot Cave, Bo Hon Area
- Mid-range traveler, Family
22 cabins - Metal Boat - Launched in 2012$149 /pax -
9.2Excellent - 6 reviewsIt was a wonderful Halong Bay for us on Nostalgia cruise; the food was varied and… Ms.Megan Rohrlach -
Australia
Lan Ha BayJacuzzi/ PoolWhy book?- A luxury cruise with a unique & combination of Indochinese design and Hue features
- Only 10 aristocratic cabins with higher solitude and more custom-made service
- Unique royal Vietnamese cuisine and Hue traditional tea after dinner
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Trung Trang Cave, Viet Hai Village, Dark & Bright Cave, Ao Ech Area
- Couples, Luxury Travellers, Group Travel, Family with Kids
10 cabins - Metal Boat - Launched in 2022$145 /pax -
9.6Excellent - 50 reviewsFantastic cruise. It was worth the time and money we spent for the trip. Halong… Elsie Blackwell -
Malaysia
Halong bay - Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba IslandJacuzzi/ PoolWhy book?- Classic Indochina design
- Luxurious wooden furniture
- Stunning Bay view from large window
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Dark & Bright Cave, Army Cave, Viet Hai Village, Ba Trai Dao
- Couples, Group of friends
20 cabins - Metal Boat - Launched in 2018$150 /pax -
9.4Excellent - 23 reviewsThe ship's staff were exceptional, and there were numerous dining spaces on board,… Ms.BrooksOvewS -
India
Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba IslandKids ClubWhy book?- Classic cruise with sails
- Jacuzzi on sundeck
- 1 night, 2 nights
27 cabins - Metal boat - Launched in 2018$460 /pax -
9.2Excellent - 111 reviewsAs we made our travel arrangements, we also directly reserved a trip to Ha Long… Ms. Becca -
Costa Rica
Halong BayWhy book?- 15 years of experience hosting international guests
- A Halong overnight cruise designed in time-honored traditional style
- Mid-range boat with well-appointed cabins and suites with large en-suite bathrooms
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Surprising Cave, Titov Island, Luon Cave, Cua Van village
- Family, Group of friends
15 cabins - Wooden Boat - Launched in 2007$160 /pax -
9.3Excellent - 42 reviewsJust returned home after the trip. It was nice to enjoy the view of Halong Bay and… Malik Brewer -
Australia
Halong Bay - Lan Ha BayWhy book?- Unique cruising route
- Mini-golf course on top deck
- Interesting activities
- 1 night, 2 nights
- Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Dark and Bright Cave, Ba Trai Dao, Pearl Farm
- Budget traveler, Solo
32 cabins - Wooden boat - Launched in 2012$156 /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 (236)
I am travelling with family of 4 member including my parents who are around 80 yrs old. We would like to book a private cruise primarily to cover Lan Ha & touch Halong for a 3D/2N trip. The trip dates are 30th April to 2nd May. Our flight from Hanoi is at 6.00pm on 2nd May, so we need to be at the airport by 3.30 PM on 2nd May. We are primarily looking to have a relaxed holiday without too many activities. Also, we would want only Vegetarian food during the course of the trip. Let me know recommendation and other booking details and we can take this forward to finalize booking. Rgds
We current have available option with Valentine Premium Cruise 2 cabins on 30 Apr for 2 night cruise. If you book private transfer can be at airport about 15:00.
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