Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam

Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi

Outty Ranking 55 4.3 · 8 traveler reviews72 hoursFrom $235
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55/100

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4.3/5

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Is Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi worth booking?

Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi is a 72-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $235 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 8 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
55 / 100
Rating
4.3/5 (8)
Duration
72 hours
From
$235 per person

Fantasea Cruise System with 2 boats in Halong Bay with 14 cabins and 9 cabins. Two of them will bring to visitors the most exciting experiences in Halong Bay with all popular attractions such as: Sung sot Cave (Amazing/Surprising Cave), Ti Top Beach & Island, Lan Ha Ba, Kayaking, Cooking demonstration, Sunset Party, etc. We offer for customers on budget- friendly cruise - the unique cruising route, we promise! • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in the most convenient way. • Spend 2 nights in a private cabin on the boat. • Enjoy all-inclusive meals during the tour as program. • Doing kayaking to explore the exciting areas of Halong Bay. • Spend second day explore Lan Ha Bay (Less Tourist Area).

What you get

    About this experience

    Fantasea Cruise System with 2 boats in Halong Bay with 14 cabins and 9 cabins. Two of them will bring to visitors the most exciting experiences in Halong Bay with all popular attractions such as: Sung sot Cave (Amazing/Surprising Cave), Ti Top Beach & Island, Lan Ha Ba, Kayaking, Cooking demonstration, Sunset Party, etc. We offer for customers on budget- friendly cruise - the unique cruising route, we promise! • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in the most convenient way. • Spend 2 nights in a private cabin on the boat. • Enjoy all-inclusive meals during the tour as program. • Doing kayaking to explore the exciting areas of Halong Bay. • Spend second day explore Lan Ha Bay (Less Tourist Area).

    What's included

    Included

    • Cooking Class, Sunset Party & Night Squid Fishing
    • Meeting Point at Tuan Chau Cruise Port (Option from Halong Bay)
    • 2 Nights at Classic Standard Room with en-suite standing bathroom
    • Visit Halong Bay, Sung Sot Cave & Titop Island
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Breakfast
    • English speaking guide during the tour
    • 07 Meals on board (03 Lunches, 02 Dinners, 02 Breakfasts)
    • Bus Transfer Roundtrip Hanoi - Halong (Option from Hanoi Only)
    • Welcome Drink onboard
    • 01 bottle of water/person on Bus and in cabin
    • Entrance fees for sightseeing as itinerary
    • Kayaking, Swimming, Hiking & Relaxing
    • Take transfer boat to discover Lan Ha Bay on Second Day

    Not included

    • Other Beverages & Personal Expeneses
    • Tips for Crews/Guide/Driver are appreciated
    • Surcharge Holiday

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Hanoi

    FOR THE GUESTS BOOK TOUR FROM HALONG BAY, NO TRANSFER: Please come by your own to Tuan Chau Cruise Port at 11:30 am to complete the registration procedures for boarding the cruise. If any late arrival, you might be denied by port authority or subject to an extra fee.

    Meeting point

    Hanoi

    FROM HANOI : If you stay outside Old Quarter Area , pick up at meeting point: Hanoi Opera House before 8h30 am

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    FOR THE GUESTS BOOK TOUR FROM HALONG BAY, NO TRANSFER: Please come by your own to Tuan Chau Cruise Port at 11:30 am to complete the registration procedures for boarding the cruise. If any late arrival, you might be denied by port authority or subject to an extra fee.

    Ends at

    FROM HANOI : If you stay outside Old Quarter Area , pick up at meeting point: Hanoi Opera House before 8h30 am

    Options you can book

    • FROM HANOI + SHUTTLE BUS

      Pick Up at Hanoi Old Quarter : P/U Time : 8h00 - 8h30 AM in Old Quarter Area/Hanoi Opera House/Local Tours Vietnam Office if outside. Shuttle Bus Roundtrip: Standard Quality and Big Group on Bus Fantasea Cruises or Similar: Private Classic Room with Standard Quality and Standing Shower bathroom on first floor Duration: 3 days: 2 Nights on Boat to explore Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay Meals on Boat as Program Hanoi -Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay Pickup included

    • FROM HALONG BAY, NO TRANSFER

      Start & Finish at Halong Bay: Please come by your own to Tuan Chau Cruise Port at 11h30 AM for meet group and boarding cruise (No later than) Transfer on Request: Please extra if you need transfer with pick up/drop off from Hanoi Old Quarter Fantasea Cruises or Similar: Private Classic Room with Standard Quality and Standing Shower bathroom on first floor Duration: 3 days: 2 Nights on Boat to explore Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay Meals on Boat as Program Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay Starting point: Heritage Westlake Apartment, 677 Đ. Lạc Long Quân, Tây Hồ, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Local Tours ASIA

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    4 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    8 verified traveler reviews for Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    katerW9685WG · September 2026

    Fantasea 3D2N cruise disappointment ... and not because of the weather.

    We did the Fantasea 3D2N cruise. The pick-up in Hanoi was fine and the tour guide was friendly. Halong Bay is beautiful and despite poor weather, we enjoyed a cave visit, a pearl farm and kayaking on the first day. We were disappointed with the 9 cabin boat. Our cabin was so musty, the bedsheets were damp. It was cramped so we had to take it in turns to open our suitcases. More generally, despite the high humidity, air-con was not available until the evening when the generator was put on. Food was fine but there was little to do on board. Staff did not interact much with our small group of 10 people. The lounge area consisted of one L-shaped sofa and a karaoke machine was provided to self-entertain in the evening. Because of an incoming storm, we were told at 7am on day 2 that all boats had to return to port. No one can control the weather, but no assistance was given to get accommodation sorted for that night and when asked if the company would give a part refund for the cancellation, the guide made clear he was not employed by the company and each of us would have to contact our booking agent to sort things out (not an option at 7am on a Saturday morning and a 5 hour time difference). Overall, the most disappointing part of our Vietnam trip.

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback I would like to confirm this is a review of the agency, not the customers. You booked Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi for your customers. You were not available during the trip and it was hard to contact you as an agency and you did not provide the customer's contact in advance so that it was hard for us to support them during the trip. Due to the bad weather, it was difficult for us to arrange the service and we had to get back earlier. We informed the customers in advance. We had done a partial refund. Best regards, Luong

    via Tripadvisor

    Marianne_T · November 2025

    Good overall

    Pleasant stay that allows a global discovery of Halong Bay, some activities unfortunately last very little time

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback, Marianne Talleux We are so happy that you enjoyed the Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong

    via Viator (translated)

    Leong_K · April 2025

    A rewarding experience

    This is my second visit to Ha Long Bay. I have seen many more things than last time. The boat was comfortable and the food was excellent. The tour guide was very helpful.

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback We are so happy that you enjoyed the Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong

    via Viator

    Olivia_W · March 2025

    We did the 2 night...

    We did the 2 night cruise, cannot fault the staff or the boat but we felt like 2 nights and 3 days felt too long. Maybe as the weather wasn’t that great and the group we were with were not that chatty added to that. We were given 3 substantial meals a day and there was a bar to pay for drinks and cocktails too which were good! On the second main day, you actually go on a different boat combined with other cruise people which was good but we didn’t know this was happening.

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback We are so happy that you enjoyed the Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong

    via Viator

    p_terb680 · February 2025

    Amazing trip

    Had an amazing time visiting Ha Long Bay on the 3 day/2 night cruise. All our guides and staff were extremely helpful and the whole cruise was well organised. Visited some beautiful locations such as caves, pearl farm and even went kayaking and swimming. Would definitely recommend to visit for anyone.

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback, Peter Benedek We are so happy that you enjoyed the Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    72 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $235 to $366
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    3
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Local Tours ASIA, who run 183 experiences we rank across 10 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.0.

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    Why this scores 55

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)78
    Review evidence (18% weight)34
    Booking momentum (14% weight)26
    Value for money (12% weight)93
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)31
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.

    How much does Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi cost?

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    Prices start at $235 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi take?

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    Plan for about 72 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 Hanoi is not rushed.

    Is Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 72-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi?

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    Around 3 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 Hanoi 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 Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 72-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi 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 Hanoi 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 Hanoi?

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    On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ha Giang Loop 3-Day Small Group - from Hanoi, (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR, Incense Village Quang Phu Cau, Hat Village and Hanoi City Tour. 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 Hanoi?

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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 Hanoi?

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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 Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi?

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    Included: Cooking Class, Sunset Party & Night Squid Fishing; Meeting Point at Tuan Chau Cruise Port (Option from Halong Bay); 2 Nights at Classic Standard Room with en-suite standing bathroom; Visit Halong Bay, Sung Sot Cave & Titop Island; and Lunch. Not included: Other Beverages & Personal Expeneses; Tips for Crews/Guide/Driver are appreciated; and Surcharge Holiday. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 627 listed pickup locations in and around Hanoi. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi 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 Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi?

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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 Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Hanoi. Standard cancellation terms apply.

    What do travelers say about Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi?

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    Across 8 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Halong Fantasea Cruises - 3 Days 2 Nights Tour From Hanoi?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including FROM HANOI + SHUTTLE BUS, FROM HALONG BAY, NO TRANSFER. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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