Hanoi to Halong Bay 2D1N Budget-Friendly Overnight Cruise

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration2 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesVietnamese, English
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This budget-friendly Halong Bay cruise is perfect for travelers seeking a safe, comfortable experience without breaking the bank. Enjoy spotless cabins, delicious onboard meals, and friendly service while cruising the stunning landscapes of Halong Bay. Ideal for those with a packed Vietnam itinerary, this 2-day, 1-night tour lets you explore beaches, islands, and bays aboard a boutique cruise. Swim at Ti Top Island or hike up for panoramic views of the Gulf of Tonkin, all while keeping your travel costs low.

Options

Junior Suite + Transfer

Junior Suite + Transfer from Hanoi
Pickup included

Senior Suite + transfer

Senior Suite + transfer from Hanoi
Pickup included

What's included

  • Shuttle Bus transfer Hanoi to Halong Bay & Return
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Caving & Cooking Class
  • Breakfast
  • In-person guide English or Vietnamese
  • Classic room on Fantasea Cruise or Similar if unavailable
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing as program
  • Beverages, Tips and Personal Expenses

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Overnight Cruises (L/D)
  1. Old Quarter
    Pass by
    We will pick you up from your hotel or accommodation within Hanoi’s Old Quarter between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM. Then, enjoy a comfortable 3-hour drive to Halong Bay via the expressway, including a short break along the way. Start your unforgettable budget-friendly 2-day, 1-night cruise with ease and convenience.
  2. Hạ Long Bay
    4h
    At 12:00 PM, arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor and transfer by tender to the Fantasea Cruise. Check into your cabin and begin cruising through Halong Bay’s iconic limestone formations such as Incense Burner, Stone Dog, and Fighting Cock. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese seafood lunch onboard. Afterward, participate in a fun cooking class to learn how to make fresh spring rolls. Dinner is served at the onboard restaurant, followed by optional activities like karaoke and squid fishing for a memorable evening experience.
  3. Sung Sot Cave
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Guests will explore Sung Sot Cave, also known as the Surprising Cave, one of the largest and most stunning caves in Halong Bay. Among nearly 2,000 limestone islands and towers, Halong Bay is home to 59 registered caves, each contributing to its unique ecosystem. Sung Sot Cave stands out as the most famous, captivating visitors with its majestic chambers and impressive stalactites, making it a must-see highlight on the classic overnight cruise.
  4. 1h
    Guests will visit Ti Top which is a beach that is shaped like a crescent moon and is known for its tranquility and beautiful still blue waters. The sands of the beach have been dyed white by the ocean’s surf creating a perfect picture of paradise.
Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi (B/L)
  1. Hạ Long Bay
    6h
    After breakfast, enjoy kayaking at Ho Dong Tien Cave (Fairy Lake Cave), surrounded by stunning limestone cliffs. Return to the boat to check out your cabin, then join a fun cooking class to learn how to make traditional Vietnamese spring rolls. Around 10:30 – 11:00 AM, have lunch onboard while cruising back to the harbor, arriving between 11:30 and 11:45 AM.
  2. Old Quarter
    Pass by
    At noon, guests bid farewell to Halong Bay and board the shuttle transfer back to Hanoi. You will be comfortably dropped off at your hotel or accommodation in the Old Quarter between 3:30 PM and 4:00 PM. End of an unforgettable 2-day Halong Bay classic cruise experience.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet us at Opéra de Hanoi, Tràng Tiền, Trang Tien, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi if you don’t require pickup

End point

Please meet us at Opéra de Hanoi, Tràng Tiền, Trang Tien, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi if you don’t require pickup

Pickup details

We will pick up all guests at the hotel/stay in the Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please read at your lobby, our guide will come and call your name for Halong Overnight Cruises.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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