2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 985 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony worth booking?
2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony is a 48-hour experience in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, from $40 per person. It scores 90 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 985 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 90 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (985)
- Duration
- 48 hours
- From
- $40 per person
2 Day discovery Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay. Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island for Halong, Cat Ba Island and Dark and Bright Cave for Lan Ha, Some options at below 1. If you choose #Halong Bay route - Visit & Activities: Beautiful Sung Sot Cave, Trekking Titop Island, Swimming, Sunbathing, Cooking Class, Squid Fishing, Kayaking at Luon Cave, Tai Chi. Highlight activities 2. If you choose #Lan Ha Bay route - Visit & Activities: Da Chong Islet, Duck Islet, Kayaking, Swimming, Sunbathing, Sunset Party, Squid Fishing, Dark & Bright Cave, Cooking Class (Second option Visit Ba Trai Dao Beaches kayaking and swimming here). Outside activities more kayaking and swimming
What you get
About this experience
2 Day discovery Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay. Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island for Halong, Cat Ba Island and Dark and Bright Cave for Lan Ha, Some options at below 1. If you choose #Halong Bay route - Visit & Activities: Beautiful Sung Sot Cave, Trekking Titop Island, Swimming, Sunbathing, Cooking Class, Squid Fishing, Kayaking at Luon Cave, Tai Chi. Highlight activities 2. If you choose #Lan Ha Bay route - Visit & Activities: Da Chong Islet, Duck Islet, Kayaking, Swimming, Sunbathing, Sunset Party, Squid Fishing, Dark & Bright Cave, Cooking Class (Second option Visit Ba Trai Dao Beaches kayaking and swimming here). Outside activities more kayaking and swimming
What's included
Included
- Free a birthday cake for customer have birthday on cruise ( need request before 1 day tour)
- 24-hour room service
- English speaking tour guide on board.
- Lunch
- Squid fishing at Night
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Cooking Class
- Kayaking & Local Rowing Boat
- Free set-up honeymoon & anniversary cabin ( need request before 1 day tour)
- Swimming
- Walkin shower, Hot water, private bathroom, Walkin shower, Hot water,...
- Welcome Drink (soft drink, tea or coffee)
- All activities on Cruise
- All Entrance Fee
- Sunset Party
- Full furnished cabin with Air-conditioner
- Tai Chi Class
- 5-Star Cruise - Double/Twin Private Balcony Cabin Ocean View
Not included
- Drinks and other services not clearly mentioned.
- Bus transfer 2 ways Hanoi - Halong-Hanoi (Ninh Binh - Halong-Hanoi) (Hanoi - Halong- Ninh Binh)
- New Year, Christmas, National Holiday extra surcharge
- Extra surcharge Peak Season from 1 Oct to 30 April
- Solo Travelers Single Supplement Extra Surcharge for private room
- Government VAT:
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ha Long Bay
The bus pick-up all travelers around Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Trang An, Bai Dinh 7:00am for pick-up and please inform to our operator by email or booking chat
Meeting point
Ha Long Bay
The bus pick-up all travelers around Hanoi Old Quarter and if customer stay in outside of Hanoi Old Quarter Please come to Hanoi Opera House Around 8:00am for pick-up and please inform to our operator by email or booking chat
Meeting point
Ha Long Bay
The bus pick-up all travelers around Hanoi Old Quarter and if customer stay in outside of Hanoi Old Quarter Please come to Hanoi Opera House Around 8:00am for pick-up, and please inform to our operator by email or booking chat
Meeting point
Ha Long Bay
Time check-in cruise: 11:30AM - 11:50AM at the Port Please contact with us to get more details about the port for check-in cruise. Manager/Guide of Cruise will pick you up around 11:30AM
Meeting point
Ha Long Bay
Time check-in cruise: 11:30AM - 11:50AM at the Port Please contact with us to get more details about the port for check-in cruise. Manager/Guide of Cruise will pick you up around 11:30AM
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
The bus pick-up all travelers around Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Trang An, Bai Dinh 7:00am for pick-up and please inform to our operator by email or booking chat
Ends at
The bus pick-up all travelers around Hanoi Old Quarter and if customer stay in outside of Hanoi Old Quarter Please come to Hanoi Opera House Around 8:00am for pick-up and please inform to our operator by email or booking chat
Ends at
The bus pick-up all travelers around Hanoi Old Quarter and if customer stay in outside of Hanoi Old Quarter Please come to Hanoi Opera House Around 8:00am for pick-up, and please inform to our operator by email or booking chat
Ends at
Time check-in cruise: 11:30AM - 11:50AM at the Port Please contact with us to get more details about the port for check-in cruise. Manager/Guide of Cruise will pick you up around 11:30AM
Ends at
Time check-in cruise: 11:30AM - 11:50AM at the Port Please contact with us to get more details about the port for check-in cruise. Manager/Guide of Cruise will pick you up around 11:30AM
Ends at
Hanoi Old Quarter
Ends at
Ha Long Bay International Port Bai Chay
Options you can book
Halong Bay Full Day Cruises
NO Accommodations Cave,Kayaking,Swimming: Visit Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Kayaking, Swimming, Titop Island Duration: 6 hours Lunch Full Day Tour: Full Day Cruise Pickup included
LAN HA 5 STAR CRUISE & BALCONY
PRIVATE BALCONY CABIN VIEW: All Open View-Full luxury furniture and amenities- Private Balcony Cabin View Bathtub/Shower and full amenities bathroom LOCAL INTERESTING ACTIVITIES: Da Chong Islet, Duck Islet, Kayaking, Squid Fishing, Swimming, Sunset Party, Dark & Bright Cave, Cooking Class, Taichi. ACTIVITIES ON BOAT INCLUDED: Squid fishing, sunset party, cooking class, Tai chi in morning Duration: 2 days: 2-Day discovery Halong-Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise & private balcony cabin MEALS & WELCOME DRINK: 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner. 2 Mineral Water Bottles in room. Serve buffet & Set Menu Include vegetarian foods Discovery Lan Ha Bay 2 Day: Discovery Lan Ha Bay 2 Day on the Luxury 5 Star Cruise & Private Balcony Cabin Ocean View, Swimming, Kayaking, fishing TRANSFER Limousine Bus: Pick up & Drop depend by client request, transfer by highway 2,5 hours Provided the top service: Provided the best service, personal take care and many fun activities
BAI TU LONG BAY 5 STAR CRUISE
5 Star Private Balcony Cabin: Private balcony cabin ocean view. The room is luxury with amenities, and can see all of Halong Bay from your room. LOCAL INTERESTING ACTIVITIES: Visit Thien Canh Son Cave, discovery Cong Do, Cap La Area Kayaking, Sunbathing, Swimming, Cooking DEMO Class, Squid fishing. ACTIVITIES ONBOARD: Cooking class,Tai chi class, Squid fishing, Sunset party, happy hour, Vung Vieng Village, Swimming, kayaking Duration: 2 days: 2 Day Bai Tu Long Bay-Stay on Luxury 5-Star Cruise with private balcony and discovery all Halong Bay destinations MEALS, WELCOME DRINK: 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner. Welcome drink, 2 Mineral Water Bottles in room. LESS TOURIST AREA 2 DAY TOUR: Discovery beautiful destination of Bai Tu Long, enjoy with many activities, swimming, kayaking and Vung Vieng Village TRANSFER: Pick up & Drop off Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi by client request. Starting point THE BEST SERVICE: We provided the best service and customer care one by one step. And we provided the true service and many activities on trip
HA LONG 5-STAR CRUISE BALCONY
PRIVATE BALCONY CABIN: 5-Star Cruise-Full luxury furniture, Private balcony cabin Ocean View Private Bathroom all luxury amenities LOCAL INTERESTING ACTIVITIES: Visit Sung Sot Cave, TiTop Island, Luon cave kayaking or Bamboo Boat, Cooking Class, Squid Fishing, Kayaking, Swimming. ACTIVITIES ON BOAT INCLUDED: Squid fishing, sunset party, cooking class, Taichi in morning Duration: 2 days: 2-Day 5-star cruise with private balcony cabin Visit, Sung Sot Cave, Kayaking Luon Cave, Titop island, swimming on the beach SET MENU MEALS & WELCOME DRINK: 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner. Welcome Drink, 2 Mineral Water Bottles in room. 2- Day 5 Star Cruise Service: 5 Star Cruise & private Balcony Cabin, Swimming, Cave, kayaking, Tai Chi, Cooking Class, Fishing TRANSFER BY LUXURY LIMOUSINE: Pick up & Drop depend by client request & Transfer by highway 2,5 hours 5- Star Cruise Service: Provided the top service and many fun activities and discovery famous destinations Halong Bay
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ha Long Bay Lux Cruises
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- FOC 1 child under 4 years old, share cabin with parents. Only 1 child is allowed share cabin with parents. Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- 75%/Adult rate for child 4 - 9 years old. Child above 10 years old is same Adult.
- Itineraries are subject to change due to bad weather, tide levels and operating conditions.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Cruise check-in 11h40 - 12h00 & Check-out 11h00 - 11h30 (need to check-out earlier than usual cause cruise's staffs must clean rooms to welcome other new guests.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 973 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
973 verified traveler reviews for 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
La Casta cruise
Very good! Staff were wonderful!c food was so good, and activities were very enjoyable! Would go again!
Response from the operator: Dear Client, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback regarding our cruise! We truly appreciate your kind words and the time you took to share such a thoughtful and informative review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our service satisfactory. Delivering excellent service is at the core of what we do, so it’s incredibly rewarding to receive such praise. We would be happy to share your compliments with the entire crew, as your kind remarks will undoubtedly brighten their day. Thank you once again for your thoughtful feedback and recommendation. At Halongbayluxcruises.com, we are committed to providing top-notch service. If any customers would like more information about our cruises, please feel free to contact us at +84962261687 or +84978358422. Wishing you all the best in the future! Best regards, Jessica
via Tripadvisor
Excellent
The service was excellent. The announcement and guidelines were clear and accurate. Enjoyed every bit of the day. I will give a 5 star.
Response from the operator: Dear Client, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback regarding our cruise! We truly appreciate your kind words and the time you took to share such a thoughtful and informative review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our service satisfactory. Delivering excellent service is at the core of what we do, so it’s incredibly rewarding to receive such praise. We would be happy to share your compliments with the entire crew, as your kind remarks will undoubtedly brighten their day. Thank you once again for your thoughtful feedback and recommendation. At Halongbayluxcruises.com, we are committed to providing top-notch service. If any customers would like more information about our cruises, please feel free to contact us at +84962261687 or +84978358422. Wishing you all the best in the future! Best regards, Jessica
via Tripadvisor
La Regina
The cruise was amazing! Jack and the rest of the staff were super lovely and accomodating. Would definitely recommend.
Response from the operator: Dear Client, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback regarding our cruise! We truly appreciate your kind words and the time you took to share such a thoughtful and informative review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our service satisfactory. Delivering excellent service is at the core of what we do, so it’s incredibly rewarding to receive such praise. We would be happy to share your compliments with the entire crew, as your kind remarks will undoubtedly brighten their day. Thank you once again for your thoughtful feedback and recommendation. At Halongbayluxcruises.com, we are committed to providing top-notch service. If any customers would like more information about our cruises, please feel free to contact us at +84962261687 or +84978358422. Wishing you all the best in the future! Best regards, Jessica
via Tripadvisor
The boat and cabins were...
The boat and cabins were clean and as pictured. The staff were friendly. The food was mostly buffet and it was ok but not memorable. The communication between our group and the tour provider was excellent. The travel time to and from the bay to Hanoi is significant ie 1/2 day either side. Whilst the bay is beautiful it is also full of rubbish and our group was reluctant to go for a swim. The bay is busy with a large number of vessels out and about. Overall it was a good experience but our group thought the travel time and the rubbish in the water put a significant dampener on the experience.
via Viator
Boat crew and tour guides...
Boat crew and tour guides are very friendly but I got the worst diarrhea and stomachache of my life that last multiple days Right after the cruise. It was miserable
Response from the operator: Dear Customer, Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We sincerely appreciate all customer feedback, as it helps us continuously improve our services. After receiving your review, we conducted a thorough internal investigation and would like to share the following: Your trip took place nearly one year ago. As a significant amount of time has passed, we believe there may be some misunderstanding or confusion regarding certain details of the experience. We carefully reviewed our communication records, operational reports, and feedback from the cruise. According to our records, we were unable to find any complaints or concerns reported to our team during or immediately after your trip. We also attempted to contact you to better understand the issues mentioned in your review. However, due to the length of time that has passed since your trip and the limited contact information available to us, we have unfortunately been unable to reach you. As the review was submitted almost one year after the trip, it is naturally more difficult for us to investigate and verify every detail accurately. Nevertheless, we take your comments seriously and will continue reviewing the matter carefully. Please understand that we fully respect every customer's opinion and review. Our intention is not to dismiss your experience, but to better understand what may have happened and use any valid feedback to improve our service. We sincerely thank you for your feedback and will continue working hard to provide the best possible experience for all our guests. Best regards, Customer Service Team
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 48 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $290
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 345
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 90
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2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ha Long Bay.
How much does 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony cost?
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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ha Long Bay usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony take?
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Plan for about 48 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ha Long Bay is not rushed.
Is 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 90 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 985 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Ha Long Bay, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 48-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony?
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Around 345 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ha Long Bay can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ha Long Bay and add a light layer if any part of the 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ha Long Bay within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ha Long Bay?
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On Outty we rank every Ha Long Bay experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ha Long Bay Day Cruise – Kayaking, Sung Sot Cave & Titop Island, 2 Day 1 Night Luxury Azura Cruise through Halong & Lan Ha Bay, Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island Day Tour - Nature Escape, Less Crowds. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ha Long Bay?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ha Long Bay?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony?
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Included: Free a birthday cake for customer have birthday on cruise ( need request before 1 day tour; 24-hour room service; English speaking tour guide on board; Lunch; and Squid fishing at Night. Not included: Drinks and other services not clearly mentioned; Bus transfer 2 ways Hanoi - Halong-Hanoi (Ninh Binh - Halong-Hanoi) (Hanoi - Halong- Ninh; New Year, Christmas, National Holiday extra surcharge; and Extra surcharge Peak Season from 1 Oct to 30 April. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 1454 listed pickup locations in and around Ha Long Bay. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony?
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Across 985 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for 2-Day Ha Long-Lan Ha Bay-Bai Tu Long Bay 5 Star Cruises & Balcony?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Halong Bay Full Day Cruises, LAN HA 5 STAR CRUISE & BALCONY, BAI TU LONG BAY 5 STAR CRUISE, HA LONG 5-STAR CRUISE BALCONY. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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