Explore Bai Tu Long Bay on a Boutique Cruise – 2 Days 1 Night

Duration2 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Escape the crowds of Halong Bay and discover the quieter, more pristine beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay. Cruise through stunning limestone islands and crystal-clear waters, explore the bay by kayak, and enjoy an authentic Vietnamese dining experience on a traditional boutique boat. With cozy cabins, small-group travel, and a peaceful off-the-beaten-track route, this 2-day, 1-night Bai Tu Long Bay cruise offers a relaxing and unforgettable way to experience northern Vietnam’s spectacular seascape.

Options

FROM HANOI WITH TRANSFER

Starting at HANOI OLD QUARTER : We will pick up at hotels/stays inside Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House
Boutique Wooden Private Room: Renea Cruise or Similar: Boutique Wooden Private Room with Seaview Windown & Standing Bathroom on the first deck
Pickup included

FROM HALONG WITHOUT TRANSFER

Start & Finish at Halong Bay: Please come by your own to Halong International Cruise Port before 12h00 pm noon time
Pickup included

What's included

English-speaking Tour Guide
Kayaking/Rowing Bamboo Boat, Caving, Relaxing...
Entrance Fees
2 bottles of mineral water in the cabin
Lunch
Boutique Cruise through Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay
Dinner
Meeting Point at Halong International Cruise Port (TOUR FROM HALONG)
Breakfast
Pick Up at Hanoi Old Quarter by Shuttle Bus Roundtrip (TOUR FROM HANOI)
WIFI (very limited depends on the cruising area)
Welcome drink and sunset party on boat

Tipping and gratitude
Other beverages
All other services not mentioned

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi or Halong Cruise Port – Bai Tu Long Bay – Overnight Cruise (B/L)

Old Quarter
3h · Admission ticket included

08:00–08:30 AM – Hotel Pickup in Hanoi
“Our shuttle bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter or at Hanoi Opera House and begin the journey to explore the stunning bays of northern Vietnam. The journey to Halong Cruise Port takes approximately 3 hours, with one short stop along the way for a break.”
Hạ Long Bay
Pass by

NOTE – FOR GUESTS BOOKING THE TOUR FROM HALONG BAY WITHOUT TRANSFER:
Please make your own way to Ha Long International Cruise Port and arrive before 12:00 PM (noon) for the meeting point and cruise boarding. Please arrive on time, as late arrivals may miss the cruise.

12:00–12:30 PM – Check-in & Transfer to the Cruise
Arrive at the waiting lounge at Ha Long International Cruise Port, where you can relax while the captain completes the registration procedures. Then, transfer by tender boat to the cruise and begin your Bai Tu Long Bay adventure.
Bai Tu Long Bay
15h · Admission ticket included

12:45 PM – Welcome & Check-in
Enjoy a welcome drink, safety briefing, and cabin check-in.

01:30 PM – Lunch & Cruising
Enjoy a Vietnamese set-menu lunch while cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay.

03:00 PM – Kayaking at Cap La Island
Kayak through stunning karst scenery, with time for swimming and relaxation.

05:30 PM – Sunset Party
Enjoy a sunset party while cruising to the overnight anchorage.

07:00 PM – Dinner
Savor a delicious Vietnamese set-menu dinner on board.

08:30 PM – Evening Activities
Enjoy games, squid fishing, or relax and admire the peaceful bay at night.

Day 2: Bai Tu Long Bay – Thien Canh Son Cave – Halong Cruise Port or Hanoi (B, L)

Bai Tu Long Bay
2h · Admission ticket included

06:00 AM – Tai Chi & Morning Views
Start your day with Tai Chi on the sundeck or enjoy the peaceful bay scenery with tea or coffee.

07:00 AM – Breakfast
Enjoy a Western-style breakfast on board to recharge for the day ahead.
Thien Canh Son Cave
1h · Admission ticket included

08.00: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave.
Bai Tu Long Bay
2h 30m · Admission ticket included

09:00 AM – Return & Freshen Up
Return to the cruise, freshen up, and finish packing.

10:00 AM – Vietnamese Cooking Demonstration
Learn to make a simple Vietnamese dish such as Nem Cuon or try your hand at fruit and vegetable carving.

11:00 AM – Vietnamese Lunch
Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on board.

11:30 AM–12:00 PM – Disembark
Arrive at Ha Long Cruise Port and disembark.
Halong Bay
Pass by

FOR THE GUESTS BOOK TOUR FROM HALONG, NO USING TRANSFER SERVICE: You finish 2 days cruise at Halong International Cruise Port after boat return to mainland. …
Old Quarter
3h · Admission ticket included

03:00–03:30 PM – Transfer Back to Hanoi
For guests booking our transfer service from Hanoi, board the transfer vehicle and return to Hanoi Old Quarter, arriving between 03:00 and 03:30 PM.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

FOR THE GUESTS BOOK TOUR FROM HALONG, NO TRANSFER : Please come by your own to Halong International Cruise Port before 11.30 AM for meeting point and boarding cruise (No later than because you will miss cruise)

End point

FOR THE GUESTS BOOK TOUR FROM HALONG, NO TRANSFER : Please come by your own to Halong International Cruise Port before 11.30 AM for meeting point and boarding cruise (No later than because you will miss cruise)

Pickup details

FOR TOUR FROM HANOI WITH TRANSFER : We will pick up at hotels/stays inside Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if outside between 8h00 AM to 8h30 AM.

Additional information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No wheelchair accessible
We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking

Cancellation policy

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