2-Day Halong Bay Cruise from Hanoi with Balcony & Kayaking
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Escape the crowds and experience Halong Bay on a more peaceful, boutique cruise. Relax in your private balcony cabin, kayak hidden lagoons, and enjoy all meals onboard.
WHY TRAVELERS CHOOSE THIS CRUISE
• Smaller, boutique-style cruise for a more relaxed and less crowded experience
• Private balcony cabins with panoramic bay views
• Carefully paced itinerary — no rushing, more time to enjoy
• Scenic route designed to avoid the busiest tourist areas
• All meals included with freshly prepared Vietnamese cuisine
• Hassle-free Hanoi Old Quarter pickup and drop-off
HIGHLIGHTS
• Wake up to sunrise over Halong Bay from your cabin
• Kayak through quiet lagoons and hidden corners of the bay
• Relax on a spacious sundeck with uninterrupted views
• Enjoy freshly prepared meals onboard (not mass buffet style)
• Morning Tai Chi session with ocean views
• Optional evening squid fishing experience
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hanoi – Halong Bay – Cruise Experience
Accommodations
Balcony room
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Hạ Long Bay
Your journey begins with a comfortable pickup from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, followed by a scenic drive to Halong Bay. Upon arrival, step aboard your boutique cruise and enjoy a welcome drink as you begin sailing through the breathtaking limestone landscape. After check-in, savor a freshly prepared lunch while cruising deeper into quieter parts of the bay. In the afternoon, explore the bay by kayak or bamboo boat, gliding through calm waters and discovering hidden lagoons away from the crowds. Return to the cruise to relax on the sundeck as the sun sets over the horizon — one of the most memorable moments of the trip. Dinner is served onboard, followed by optional evening activities or simply unwinding under the stars ---- IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Cruise itinerary may vary slightly depending on weather and conditions This is a boutique cruise experience, not a large luxury resort-style ship Activities are optional — guests can choose to relax onboard at any time
Halong Bay
OPTION: HALONG BAY ROUTE 07:45–08:30 – Pickup from Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House. 08:45 – Transfer via expressway (short break en route). 11:45–12:30 – Arrive Tuan Chau Harbor, board Cozy Bay Grand Cruise, welcome drink & check-in. 13:00 – Buffet lunch while cruising through Halong Bay. 14:30 – Visit Titov Island (hike for panoramic view or swim). 16:00 – Explore Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat. 17:30 – Sunset on sundeck + Happy Hour (Buy 2 Get 1). 18:00 – Cooking class & sunset party. 19:00 – Dinner on board. Evening – Free time: squid fishing, karaoke, relax, or spa (extra).
Lan Ha Bay
OPTION: LAN HA BAY ROUTE 08:30–08:50 – Pickup in Hanoi Old Quarter 11:30 – Arrive Tuan Chau Marina, check-in Peony Cruise. 12:00–12:30 – Transfer to main cruise, welcome drink & briefing. 13:00 – Lunch while cruising through Lan Ha Bay. 15:30 – Visit Tra Bau Area for kayaking or swimming. 17:30–18:30 – Sunset, cooking class & Happy Hour (Buy 1 Get 1). 19:30 – Dinner on board. Evening – Relax, squid fishing or spa (extra). Overnight on Peony Cruise.
Bai Tu Long Bay
OPTION: HALONG BAY ROUTE 07:30–08:15 – Pickup from your hotel in Hanoi. 12:00 – Arrive at Ha Long International Cruise Port, transfer to cruise. 12:30 – Board the cruise, welcome drink & briefing. 13:00 – Lunch while cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay. 15:00 – Visit Cap La Island for kayaking, swimming, or relaxing on the beach. 17:00 – Return to cruise, relax on sundeck. 18:00 – Sunset party & Happy Hour. 19:00 – Dinner on board. Evening – Free time: squid fishing, games, or relax under the stars.
Sunrise – Halong Bay – Return to Hanoi
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Lan Ha Bay
Wake early to witness sunrise over the bay, a peaceful and unforgettable experience. Join a light Tai Chi session on deck or simply enjoy the fresh morning air. After breakfast, continue cruising through scenic areas before returning to the harbor. Brunch is served as the boat makes its way back. Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi, arriving in the afternoon
Hạ Long Bay
OPTION: HALONG BAY ROUTE: Morning activities: 06:00 – Wake up early to witness the peaceful sunrise over Ha Long Bay. 06:15 – Refresh your body with a relaxing Tai Chi session on the sundeck. 06:45 – Enjoy morning tea/coffee and a light buffet breakfast with scenic bay views. 07:40 – Visit Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave), the largest and most famous cave in Halong Bay, renowned for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites. 09:00 – Return to the cruise, freshen up, and pack your luggage. 09:30 – Check-out of the room. Please put your luggage outside your cabin and leave the room key at the reception desk. Our staff will transfer your luggage to the waiting area. 10:30 – Enjoy your early Buffet lunch onboard while sailing back to the harbor. 11:45 – Disembark at Tuan Chau Harbor. Farewell crew members. 12:15 – Transfer back to Hanoi via expressway. 14:30 – Short stop on the way (20-30 minutes). 16:00 – Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. The trip ends.
Lan Ha Bay
OPTION LAN HA BAY ROUTE 6:00 : Begin the day full of energy with the Tai Chi session and enjoy the sun just rising up beyond the horizon. 6:45 - 7:15 : Breakfast is served while cruising back to Gia Luan jetty. (Breakfast time maybe adjust and follow the real itinerary) 7:30 - 9:00 : You will join the tour of Cat Ba World Biosphere by transshipment. It takes 30 minutes to transfer from Gia Luan to Trung Trang – one of the most impressive caves in Cat Ba island, Vietnam. The limestone cave has thousands of talactites in various shapes, offering geological values with a typical cave ecosystem. 9:30 : Return to the main boat from the cave and the guests will do the cabin check out. Luggage is placed outside of the cabin. Lunch is served at the restaurant. Settle the bar bill by the desk at the restaurant (if any) 10:30 - 11:00 Disembark 11:30 - 12:00 Ready to transfer back to Hanoi
Bai Tu Long Bay
OPTION BAI TU LONG BAY 06.00: Start your day with a Tai Chi session on sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape. Coffee will be available around 06:30 07.00: Breakfast will be served as a buffet, familiar to your stomach to fulfill your strength and ready for another day. 07.30: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave. 08.30: Return to the cruise. You should have enough time to pack your luggage and have a shower. 09.15: Check-out. Heavy luggage in the corridor. Key on the door. 09.45: Prepare a simple Vietnamese dish – fresh spring rolls – with a detailed explanation by the guide. 10.15: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese brunch on the boat. 10.45 – 11.30: Payment and debarkation. Return to the Port and wait for the shuttle bus. 12.00: Our bus will take you back to Hanoi. 14.30 – 15.00: End of tour. You will be dropped off at your hotel in Hanoi
What‘s Included
English-speaking guide onboard
Welcome drink and onboard activities (Tai Chi, sunset viewing)
Overnight stay in private balcony cabin
Dinner
Breakfast
Entrance fees and sightseeing tickets
Kayaking or bamboo boat experience
All meals onboard (lunch, dinner, breakfast, brunch)
Round-trip transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter
Beverage, Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
Services not mentioned above
Beauty spa and massage services
Visa arrangements
Public holiday surcharge 45USD/pax (Christmas, New Year and Tet holiday in Vietnam)
Single room on request with an extra cost (contact us)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Halong Bay 5* Cruises (2D1N)
Amanda Cruises or Similar: Junior Suite with Balcony, 25m2 with spacious, luxurious and modern design and a large window overlooking the Bay
Great food and services
Duration: 2 days
1 breakfast, 2 lunch, 1 dinner
Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi: - Visit Halong Bay: Sung Sot cave, Titop island, Kayaking or bamboo boat trip around Luon Cave/ islets.
Transporation: Limousine/shuttle bus round trip from Hanoi via highway express 2.5 hours driving
Pickup included
Amanda Premier 4*
Amanda Premier : Private Room with Ocean Views/ private balcony, lovely bathroom.
Activities: Visit less crowded area: Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba island area, biking in island, Dark and Bright cave, kayaking-swimming.
4 Star
Duration: 2 days: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Bright Cave
1 breakfast, 2 lunch, 1 dinner
Hanoi - Halong Bay- Lan Ha Bay
Sharing Limousine/ Mordern Bus
Pickup included
Grand Cozy Cruise 4*
Grand Cozy Cruise: Room with ocean view, Bathtub & Standing shower
Activities:: Caving, Swimming, squid fishing; cooking class, sunset party, Tai Chi and more
4 Star services
Duration: 2 days: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Tiptop Island - Pearl Farm
1 Breakfast, 2 lunch, 1 dinner
Limousine Sharing Round trip
Pickup included
Elite of the seas 6*
Elite of the seas: Great balcony cabins on 6+ stars cruise, the cabins are met at high-end equipment
Activities: Cooking class, Tai chi class, Squid fishing, Sunset party, happy hour
Duration: 2 days: 1 Night stay on the Cruise
All meals: 2 lunches | 1 dinner | 1 breakfasts (Halal , vegan, vegetarian on your request)
Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay
Private Car Round trip
Pickup included
Orchid Cruise 5*
Orchid/ Peony Cruise: Junior Suite Cabin with 30m2, Private sitting area, Private balcony.
Bed type: 1 double bed or 2 single beds
Activities:: Cooking class, Taichi, Squid fishing, Swimming, Sunset party
Duration: 2 days: Overnight 24 hours in Lan Ha Bay, visit less touristy area
All meals:: 2 lunches | 1 dinner | 1 breakfast. Vegetarian and Vegan food options on request
Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay:: Visiting the less crowded area: Cat Ba island area or Cave in island, Dark & Bright cave, kayaking-swimming
Luxury Transportation:: Transferred round trip by Limousine
Pickup included
Reviews
26 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice boat trip
Hermann Z,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice old wooden ship, very delicious food. Friendly hospitality, good program. The mattress was a bit hard
Safe and trusting your company!!! Highly recommend!
gielynd2025,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this tour company. Everything was smooth and very organized. Before I came to Vietnam, I was in contact already with David from this tour company. He was able to help me schedule all the tours we did for 2 days stay in Hanoi with ease. My whole family had a great time and I want to say thank you so much to David for making this trip fun and memorable. For us to come here with an ease feeling and making this short trip very relaxing and safe, David is the guy you need to go to! He will give you the best of the best! We started our journey with a private jeep tour in Hanoi - Jenna and Rocky best tour guides and very knowledgeable. Then the next day, we had our Halong Day trip. David was able to accommodate us 7 people total for a private transfer from hotel to cruise with a cabin & balcony and private transfer to the airport. Our driver Quyen was nice and very accommodating. The people we interacted with this trip were very professional, nice and accommodating. I can’t thank enough how David made this trip so nice and unforgettable for us! This tour company and especially David thank you from the bottom of our hearts. I can’t wait to come back to this beautiful country and another countries that David and this tour company to offer. This is a very well recommended, safe and trusting tour company!
Trust David with Your Next Adventure
Jesswiona,Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A trip to Ha Long Bay is an unforgettable experience, and we were so lucky to have David help us organize everything. From the start, he was incredibly helpful, showing us a range of options and working with us to find the perfect tour that fit our needs. David's communication was excellent, and he was always friendly and responsive. He made the entire booking process seamless, and we felt completely confident in his recommendations. The tour itself was fantastic, but it was David's attention to detail and outstanding customer service that made the trip truly special. We highly recommend booking through him and would gladly do it again in a heartbeat!
Top quality travel agency in Vietnam
Excursion15677087607,Dec 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David and his team provided an exceptional experience from start to finish. They meticulously organized our trip, including an overnight cruise to Halong Bay and a multi-day excursion to Ninh Binh, tailored perfectly to our schedule and preferences. The service was outstanding, offering top-quality experiences at a cost-effective price. David stayed in touch with us throughout the journey, ensuring everything ran smoothly and addressing any concerns promptly. I wholeheartedly recommend this travel agency. They went above and beyond to meet our needs and made our trip to Vietnam truly unforgettable. Thank you, David and team, for your dedication and professionalism!
Thank you David Nguyen!
bharatitis,Oct 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Halong Bay overnight stay cruise was organised by David Nguyen. He was absolutely superb in his suggestions and in making the arrangements. He was detailed, clear and very pleasant to deal with. In his hands one is safe and secure.
David did a very good job setting up our travel arrangements. I was very happy to use his services.
Kevin L,Oct 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very thoughtful, listen to what our desires were and met them. The accommodations that he arranged for us were spectacular. If I ever return to this location, I would reach out to David.
Thank for the trip
Adenw69,Feb 26, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ha long bay was very beautiful viewa and nice landscape, fun activities and awesome caves. Kayaking and swimming aswell. I highly recommend our tour guide was great
Amazing cruise
Sanz0028,Feb 25, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have loved every moment of this cruise. The rooms are really nice, the food is delicious with special catering for vegetarians and the scenery is breathtaking. The guide Dinny is a wealth of knowledge and a genuinely great guy. He makes every activity interesting and informative and always makes sure everyone is comfortable and happy. I would highly recommend this cruise to anyone.
Amazing trip
118r digers,Feb 25, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tom is a great travel guide! The tour was a lot of fun and it is very worth doing this tour! The Halong Bay is beautiful and if you are lucky you can see monkeys climbing up the rock face. has super accompanied the tour and brought everything you need to know across in a funny way
Halong Bay
F3317VGmanfredk,Feb 25, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Danny from cruise halong Bay is a very good informed guide. We saw a lot at our cruise and enyoyed it very much. 2 days and 1 night actually have bin too short. We loved it!
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