Halong Bay 2-Day 1-Night Cruise from Hanoi with Optional Transfers, Swimming, and Kayaking
by Victory Era Travel
Overview
This 2-day, 1-night boat cruise on Halong Bay offers an overnight stay in a private cabin with ocean views. Guests can choose between 4-star cruises featuring a private bathroom and window, or 5-star cruises that include a private bathtub, balcony, and additional amenities like a cooking class and morning Taichi session. The cruise includes full meals: lunch, dinner, and breakfast, along with activities such as swimming near Titop Island, kayaking, squid fishing, karaoke, and games available on most boats. Sightseeing tickets cover attractions like Surprising Cave and Dark and Bright Cave. Transfers are flexible and available either round-trip between Hanoi and Halong or one-way from Hanoi to Halong and then from Halong to Ninh Binh (Tam Coc). Travel between cities is by air-conditioned bus. The cabins come fully furnished with air conditioning, LED TV, seating area, safe box, minibar, hairdryer, and cotton bedding. Additional provisions include towels, slippers, life jackets, fire extinguishers, luggage storage, and two bottles of water per person during the cruise and bus rides. An English-speaking professional guide is present throughout the cruise. Board insurance is also included. The operator coordinates cruise assignments according to availability and confirms details within 24 hours of booking to ensure reliable service. Drinks during meals, tips, holiday surcharges, spa services, and single cabin bookings are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Hotel Pickup and Transfer
Between 7:45 and 8:30, a driver will collect the guest from their hotel if it is situated in the Old Quarter. Afterwards, the journey continues to Halong Bay via the expressway.
30 min
Participate in Activities
Guests will have time to take part in various entertaining activities.
1080 min
Morning Bay View and Breakfast
At 6:15, guests can experience the bay in the morning before breakfast. This includes a Tai Chi session on the sundeck to refresh with sea air, followed by coffee, tea, and pastries served at 6:30 in the restaurant.
30 min
Morning Relaxation and Check-out
After a relaxing morning, guests will check out of the cruise. The Halong Bay cruise option arrives at the port around 10:30 to 10:45, while the Lan Ha Bay option arrives between 11:00 and 11:30.
240 min
Transfer to Hanoi and End
At 12:00, a driver will pick up guests who request transfer to Hanoi. The return to the drop-off point in Hanoi is scheduled between 14:30 and 15:00, marking the end of the journey.
180 min
Meeting point
Waiting in the front of Hanoi Opera house
End point
Waiting in the front of Hanoi Opera house
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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