Top 15 2-Day Experiences in Vietnam

1.Amanda Cruise – Ha Long, Lan Ha Bay – All Inclusive 2D1N & 3D2N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,358 reviews · from $56Our pick

Spend two days aboard Amanda Cruise between Hanoi and Ha Long Bay, with a private sea-view cabin, meals, kayaking, cave visits, swimming, Tai Chi, cooking, and squid fishing. Guide quality varies, so confirm your boat, route, cabin, and transfer details before paying.

“Highly recommended: although the room has no terrace, it has windows from where the views are beautiful. Varied activities, very friendly and professional staff and comfortable boat.Auto-translated”

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2.Lan Ha – Ha Long Bay – Dau Be island 2D/1N from Cat Ba in less touristy areas.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,460 reviews · from $170

Set out from Cat Ba with guides such as Ben, Jack, Tony, Hang, or Danny for a small-group overnight cruise through Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay. Kayak into Ba Ham Lake, visit caves, fishing villages, beaches, and Dau Be Island, then sleep in a private cabin with a bathroom.

“My tour was originally cancelled due to the government closing the bay during a tropical storm. Although my time in Cat Ba was short, the company worked with me to get me another chance. In the end, I had a beautiful day and overnight, aRead more”

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3.2-Day Halong & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise with Balcony

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,300 reviews · from $188

Travel from Hanoi by limousine to a 5-star boat in Halong and Lan Ha Bay. You get a private balcony cabin, meals, kayaking, swimming, cave visits, spring-roll making, tai chi, and squid fishing. Cruise schedules vary, so your cave or beach stops depend on the boat assigned.

“The kayaking was great and the stop in the bay beautiful Guides where super helpful and fun - we played a bit of volleyball”

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4.Sapa 2 Days 1 Night From Hanoi – Overnight in Ta Van Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,669 reviews · from $59

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by air-conditioned bus, then trek through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai with a local English-speaking guide. You spend the night in a bungalow or dorm-style stilt house, with meals included. Guides may include Su, Khu, Cat, May, Mu, Chang, or Dao.

“A great tour, just let down by the bus. Sapa is absolutely beautiful and the two hikes you do are phenomenal views of rice fields and mountains. It’s a long journey to get there but worth it. Our guide Mu was lovely and taught us lots about SRead more”

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5.Mon Chéri Cruise 5 star: Unique 2 Days Tuan Chau – Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,422 reviews · from $195

Board Mon Chéri Cruise at Got Pier for a two-day sailing through Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays. You’ll have time for kayaking, swimming, bamboo-boat cave visits, sunset and sunrise photos, Vietnamese meals, a cooking class, and squid fishing. Hanoi limousine transfers cost extra.

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6.Doris Cruise 5 star cruise 2 days visiting Halong Bay Lan Ha Bay private balcony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,338 reviews · from $235

Spend two days aboard Doris Cruise among Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay limestone islands. You get a private balcony, meals, kayaking or a rowboat, swimming, Tai Chi, a cooking class, and Hanoi Old Quarter transfers. Emily, Mona, and Jessica are praised for warm, attentive service.

“The whole experience was great . Specially Emily treated us very well . She took care the whole group , asked for well being and food and everything . Big thanks 😊”

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7.CozyBay Cruise-The Best Small Group 2D/1N inHalong-All inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,199 reviews · from $122

Spend one night on a small CozyBay cruise from Hanoi, with meals, a private air-conditioned cabin, kayaking, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, a cooking class, and squid fishing. Guides such as Tam, James, and Michael are praised for their friendly help and clear explanations.

“Cabin a little basic but a fabulous small boat experience with a nice group of people. Loved the kayak experience”

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8.All inclusive Bhaya 2-Day Halong Bay Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,556 reviews · from $144

Spend one night aboard Bhaya Cruises in Halong Bay, visiting Trinh Nu and Sung Sot caves, joining Tai Chi and cooking activities, and enjoying meals on board. Choose Hanoi pickup or meet at the port. Expect a small-group cruise, comfortable cabins, and an itinerary shaped by weather and tides.

“Great tour, lovely staff, comfortable air conditioned rooms and amazing food!!! Highly recommend.”

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9.2-Day Luxury Halong Bay Aspira Cruise from Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,517 reviews · from $178

Spend one night aboard the 5-star Aspira Cruise in Lan Ha Bay, with a private balcony, sea-view bathtub, four meals, kayaking or bamboo boating, Tai Chi, cooking, and squid fishing. You’ll meet at Tuan Chau at 11:00 am, or add the Hanoi Old Quarter transfer separately.

“Great Experience! Lovely Staff and Well Organized Tour. The Only Recommendation to book Premium Room 2nd floor and above. Don’t expect for WiFi :)”

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10.2-Day Halong Sapphire Cruise with Balcony Cabin

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,447 reviews

Sail from Tuan Chau Harbour through Halong and Lan Ha Bays in a balcony cabin with air conditioning and an en-suite bathroom. You’ll kayak to Dark and Bright Cave, swim in open water, join a spring-roll class, and enjoy meals onboard. Guides Luc, also called Power, and Trae are often part of the team.

“Power is a wonderful host. Very hospitable and lively. Enjoyed our stay thoroughly Good food and relaxing atmosphere. Recommended.”

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11.Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,183 reviews · from $81

Spend two days tracing the Mekong from My Tho to Can Tho, with motorboat and sampan rides, fruit tasting, local workshops, Cai Rang Floating Market, a rice noodle factory, bánh xèo cooking, and a three-star hotel stay. English-speaking guides include Bac, Ben, Pham, Phuc, Ele, and others.

“Awesome experience, our guide, Pham was super funny and her english very good guided us through the many and various activities in Mekong and Can Tho”

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12.2-Day Lan Ha & Halong Bay 5 Stars Cruise with Balcony

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,147 reviews · from $162

You’ll spend one night in an air-conditioned junior suite with a private balcony while cruising Lan Ha and Ha Long bays. Expect kayaking, swimming, cave visits, cooking, squid fishing, Tai Chi, and full meals. Lucas usually handles trip coordination, while onboard hosts such as Lee, Dong, Dan, or Tommy guide the cruise.

“Kayaking and swimming was super fun and the hospital cave was super cool! Henry made the experience even more amazing!! You can really tell that he loves his job and his enthusiasm and energy made the whole cruise magical! YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY GO ON THE CRUISE WITH HENRYYYY!!!!”

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13.Orchid Cruises Halong Bay 2Day/1Night on 5 Star

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,136 reviews · from $420

Travel from Hanoi to Lan Ha and Halong bays aboard Orchid Cruises, with a private balcony cabin, meals, guide, kayaking, cave visits, Tai Chi, and a cooking class. Guides and crew may include Chris, Bang, Lily, Win, or Mr. Dong. Return transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter are included.

“Orchid Cruises is a must-do! Our short trip through Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay was nothing short of amazing. The boat is stunning, with huge cabins and private balconies perfect for soaking in the incredible views. Everything was flawlessly plRead more”

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14.Ha Long – Bai Tu Long Bay 2-Day 1-Night Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,113 reviews

Spend one night on a smaller traditional boat in Ha Long and quieter Bai Tu Long Bay. You will kayak near Cap La Island, visit Thien Canh Son Cave, swim at Hon Co Island, learn to make nem cuon, and enjoy meals, Tai Chi, and squid fishing with guides such as Cong, Hung, Duc, or Peter.

“From start to finish, the service has been exceptional! We got pick up right at our hotel in hanoi, the staffs who greeted us were all in smiles. Our guide is Duoc, he is attentive, friendly, knowledgeable and gave information about Halong Bay well. The tour has many activities for a 2D1N tour, from kayaking, squid fishing, karaoke, cave visiting, making spring roll and Tai Chi! All the crew staff have been friendly and kind! I’m so fortunate to pick the right cruise for my family. A small size cruise that goes to the quieter part of Halong Bay. We have the whole bay to ourselves. Beds are comfortable. Even…”

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15.Halong Bay Cruise 2 days 1 night from Hanoi included transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,061 reviews · from $168

Leave Hanoi’s Old Quarter for a two-day Halong Bay cruise with an overnight cabin, meals, kayaking, a cave and beach visit, sunrise or tai chi, and a Vietnamese cooking class. The group can reach 30 people. A vegetarian menu is available if requested when booking.

“Good: - hotel pickup but it would have been nice to have a phone number for the coordinator! - boat was awesome. Our cabin was lovely and had key AC. Crew very nice. Food was great- it was like 8 courses each meal. Not as good: - every Read more”

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