Ha Long Bay Cruises: The 15 Best Boats to Book

1.Ha Long Bay Day Cruise – Swimming, Meal, Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,415 reviews · from $41Our pick

Review of a $41 Ha Long Bay day cruise from Hanoi with Sung Sot Cave, kayaking, Titop Island, lunch, swimming, and sunset drinks.

“My partner and I had a great time! Our guide, Sunny was amazing! He gave us lots of informations about the Vietnamese culture, which we loved. The cruise was really fun! The view is amazing and all the activities were really cool. The only thing which wasn’t as amazing was the food on the cruise… But other than that, I would highly recommend it! Thank you, Sunny!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,358 reviews · from $56Top rated

Amanda Cruise offers a two-day Ha Long Bay escape with caves, kayaking, Ti Top Island, meals, Hanoi transfers, and polished service.

“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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3.Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,512 reviews · from $48

Review of Cozy Bay’s Ha Long Bay day cruise from Hanoi, with buffet lunch, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, kayaking, and sunset views.

“So much that is good but we were super impressed with our tour guide (Minh) who made contact with everyone the night before departure and so no last minute worries about pick up points and times”

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4.Featured: All-Inclusive OVERNIGHT Halong Cruises – many options

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,490 reviews · from $149

Compare Halong, Lan Ha, and Bai Tu Long overnight cruises with Hanoi transfers, meals, cabins, kayaking, caves, and practical booking advice.

“Don’t book with them they took our money and never showed up. When we tried to call them they kept on hanging the phone, SCAM!”

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

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

Review of a 2-day Cat Ba cruise through quieter Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay, with kayaking, caves, beaches, meals, and a private cabin.

“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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6.Full day trip to Lan Ha-Ha Long Bay from Cat Ba, avoid the crowds

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,317 reviews · from $41

Explore Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays from Cat Ba by kayak, boat, and beach swim, with lunch, floating villages, and fewer crowds for $41.47.

“An absolutely amazing day! The guides, Hang and Kong, were fantastic. The beach swimming was awesome and the kayaking through the lagoons and caves was incredible. Very affordable; food and cold beers were great also.”

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

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

Review of a 2-day Halong and Lan Ha Bay luxury cruise from Hanoi, with balcony cabin, kayaking, caves, meals, and practical booking tips.

“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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8.Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,551 reviews · from $40

Review of a $40 Halong Bay day tour from Hanoi with Sung Sot Cave, kayaking, Titop Island, seafood lunch, and sunset cruise.

“An amazing day out. The bay was gorgeous in the mist. Loved Titop Island and the cave. The bamboo boat was a relaxing way to see more of the area. Thanks Hercules!”

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

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

Spend two days on Mon Chéri Cruise through Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays with caves, kayaking, fine dining, sunrise views, and an overnight suite.

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

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

Review of Doris Cruise’s 2-day Halong and Lan Ha Bay trip, with private balcony, kayaking, meals, Hanoi transfers, and practical booking advice.

“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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11.Halong Bay – Hera Cruise – All Inclusive Multi Days Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,967 reviews · from $56

Cruise Halong Bay from Hanoi with Ti Top Island, Luon Cave kayaking, Tai Chi, meals, a standard ocean-view cabin, and round-trip transfer.

“Was a beautiful cruise with a fantastic crew, nice views all around, room was very comfortable and exceeded my expectations. Good food and good drinks! All around great time”

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12.All inclusive Bhaya 2-Day Halong Bay Tour

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

Review of Bhaya Cruises’ 2-day Halong Bay trip, with caves, kayaking, meals, cabin stay, Hanoi transfers, and practical booking advice.

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

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13.2-Day Luxury Halong Bay Aspira Cruise from Hanoi

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

Review of Aspira’s 2-day luxury Halong Bay cruise, with private balconies, kayaking, meals, Tai Chi, cave visits, and Hanoi transfer advice.

“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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14.Renea Cruises – BEST Small Boat in Bai Tu Long & Halong Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,485 reviews · from $139

Spend two days aboard Renea Cruises in quieter Bai Tu Long Bay with kayaking, cave visits, sunset views, meals, and seaview cabins.

“It was a wonderful experience to wake up in Bai Tu Long Bay. The team was also wonderful ! If you have time, an overnight cruise is a must.”

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15.2-Day Halong Sapphire Cruise with Balcony Cabin

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,447 reviews

Spend one night on Sapphire Cruise through Halong and Lan Ha Bays, with kayaking, swimming, Tai Chi, meals, and Hanoi transfers included.

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

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