Hanoi: 2 Days Lan Ha & Halong Bay 5-Star Cruise with Balcony

Discover Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays aboard a 5-star luxury cruise with private balcony cabins and bathtubs in every room. Enjoy kayaking, swimming, cooking classes, sunset parties, and stunning bay views

Depart from Hanoi

Either get picked up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and ride to Tuan Chau Wharf, or meet your skipper at the wharf.
Board the Cruise Ship

Board a transfer boat to your cruise ship. After you check in, enjoy a refreshing welcome drink and cool off with a cold towel. Listen to a short briefing with safety instructions and a tour of the cruise.
Explore Ha Long Bay

As you cruise on Ha Long Bay, enjoy a delicious lunch in the onboard restaurant, taking in views of the picturesque canals that lead to the bay.
Option 1: Dark and Bright Cave Kayaking Tour

Discover the Dark and Bright Cave by kayak or bamboo boat for about an hour. After, head back to the boat for some swimming.
Option 2: Explore the Ba Trai Dao Lagoon

Visit the area of Ba Trai Dao and the natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay.

Sunset Cruise, Dinner and Evening Activities

Return to the cruise in time to admire the striking colors of the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Relax in the onboard swimming pool, have fun at the sunset party, or join a traditional cooking class. If you wish, you can purchase an optional massage onboard. After sunset, the captain will drop anchor in a tranquil section of the bay as you enjoy your delicious dinner. Spend the rest of the night squid fishing, watching a movie, listening to music, or having drinks at the bar.

Morning Tai Chi Class and Breakfast

Wake up bright and early to start your day with Tai Chi class and watch the sunrise from the top deck. Enjoy a light breakfast in the restaurant.
Option 1: Kayaking in Ao Ech

Cruise toward Lan Ha Bay explore the Ao Ech area. Enjoy time kayaking around limestone islets and swimming in crystal sea water.
Option 2: Visit the Quan Y Cave on Cat Ba Island

Spend about an hour on the beautiful island in Lan Ha Bay. After returning to the cruise, check out of your cabin. Afterwards, enjoy having brunch on board, before heading onto the tender boat and return to the port.

Disembark at Tuan Chau Wharf and Return to Hanoi

Disembark at Tuan Chau Wharf where you will either make your own way back to Hanoi or enjoy a comfortable transfer service.

Highlights

Cruise through the breathtaking landscapes of Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay
Stay overnight in a luxury cabin with private balcony and ocean views
Enjoy kayaking, swimming, cave visits, and authentic Vietnamese cuisine
Experience unforgettable sunsets and peaceful mornings on the bay

Includes

2-day cruise
Guide
Welcome drinks
2 bottles of water in each cabin
Cold towels
1-night accommodation in a junior suite, air-conditioned ensuite cabin with private balcony.
All meals
Swim stops
Kayak tours
Cooking class
Nighttime squid fishing
Beauty spa and massage services (available for purchase onboard)
Solo traveler surcharge: an additional $80 USD applies.
Round-trip transfer from Hanoi/Ninh Binh ($25 per person) (It is possible to arrange drop-off at a different location from the pickup point)
Gala Dinner Surcharge for Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve ($40 per person)
Use of senior suite room on the second floor (extra $10 per person), VIP Cabin (+$65 per person), or President Suite (+$110 per person)
Vietnam Government VAT, peak season surcharge (applicable to bookings made before 29 June 2026 only)
Other drinks
Tips

Important information

Know before you go

The itinerary may be subject to change at short notice depending on weather or tide conditions.
All activities are optional.
Complimentary honeymoon and anniversary room decorations are available upon request.
Complimentary birthday cakes are available only if your birthday falls during the cruise.
Transportation is not included in any booking option. Shared round-trip transfers are available as an optional service.
A single supplement applies to bookings with 1 guest per cabin (private occupancy).