2-Day Halong Bay Cruise from Hanoi with Transfers & Kayaking

Duration2 days

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 40 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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

Options

Orchid Cruise 5* - LAN HA BAY

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

Elite of the seas - LAN HA BAY

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

Grand Cozy 4* - HALONG BAY

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

Renea Cruise - BAI TU LONG BAY

Renea Cruise or Similar: Deluxe room 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 - Bai Tu Long - Hanoi: DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG PORT – CONG DO – CAP LA ISLAND
DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY - THIEN CANH SON CAVE – HALONG PORT – HANOI
Transporation: Limousine/shuttle bus round trip from Hanoi via highway express 2.5 hours driving
Pickup included

Amanda Premier - HA LONG BAY

Amanda Premier : Private Room with Ocean Views/ private balcony, lovely bathroom.
Activities: Activities:
- Kayaking in Luon cave area
- Swimming at Titop Island
- Visiting Sung Sot Cave
4 Star
Duration: 2 days: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Bright Cave
1 breakfast, 2 lunch, 1 dinner
Hanoi - Halong Bay: DAY 1: HANOI – HA LONG BAY – LUON CAVE – TITOP ISLAND
DAY 2: SUNG SOT CAVE – HALONG BAY - HANOI
Sharing Limousine/ Mordern Bus
Pickup included

What's included

English-speaking guide onboard
Welcome drink and onboard activities (Tai Chi, sunset viewing)
Overnight stay in private balcony cabin
Lunch
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)

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Cruise Experience

Hạ Long Bay
1 day

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
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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
1 day · Admission ticket included

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
1 day · Admission ticket included

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
1 day · Admission ticket included

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.

Day 2: Sunrise – Halong Bay – Return to Hanoi

Lan Ha Bay
6h · Admission ticket included

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
6h

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
6h · Admission ticket included

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
6h · Admission ticket included

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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will pick all travelers at the hotel where is located in Hanoi Old Quarter

End point

We will pick all travelers at the hotel where is located in Hanoi Old Quarter

Pickup details

Please advise your hotel name? We pick up travelers anywhere within 2km from Hanoi Old quarter area. During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels. Please inform us in advance for the arrangement

Additional information

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.

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