Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 12 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise worth booking?
Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise is a 24-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $220 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (12)
- Duration
- 24 hours
- From
- $220 per person
Explore Halong & Lan Ha Bays with kayaking, caves, luxury cruise, and local culture. 3-day luxury cruise through Halong & Lan Ha Bays with caves, kayaking, and sunsets. Discover hidden Lan Ha Bay, iconic Halong Bay, fine dining, and unique experiences. Small-group 3-day voyage featuring caves, kayaking, beaches, and scenic cruising. Sail beyond the crowds with exclusive Lan Ha Bay routes and premium onboard service.
What you get
- All meals as in the itinerary
- Jacuzzi & Sunset party on Halong Bay Cruise
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel by limousine bus
- Tourist Attraction fees
- English speaking tour guide
- Kayaking in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay
About this experience
Explore Halong & Lan Ha Bays with kayaking, caves, luxury cruise, and local culture. 3-day luxury cruise through Halong & Lan Ha Bays with caves, kayaking, and sunsets. Discover hidden Lan Ha Bay, iconic Halong Bay, fine dining, and unique experiences. Small-group 3-day voyage featuring caves, kayaking, beaches, and scenic cruising. Sail beyond the crowds with exclusive Lan Ha Bay routes and premium onboard service.
What's included
Included
- All meals as in the itinerary
- Jacuzzi & Sunset party on Halong Bay Cruise
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel by limousine bus
- Tourist Attraction fees
- English speaking tour guide
- Kayaking in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay
Not included
- Drinks on meals
- Personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Sung Sot Cave
Sung Sot Cave is one of the most famous and impressive caves in Halong Bay, Vietnam. Located on Bồ Hòn Island, it’s a must-see destination for travelers exploring the bay. Highlights: Two Large Chambers: The cave consists of two main chambers. The first chamber is spacious, resembling a grand hall, and the second opens up even more dramatically, filled with stunning rock formations. Stalactites and Stalagmites: The cave features an extraordinary variety of stalactites and stalagmites, naturally formed over millions of years. Many formations resemble familiar shapes like animals or mythical creatures, sparking visitors’ imaginations. Panoramic Views: After exploring the cave, visitors are rewarded with a short hike to a viewpoint offering breathtaking views of Halong Bay’s limestone islands and emerald waters. Lighting Effects: Inside, the cave is artistically lit with multicolored lights, enhancing the surreal beauty of the rock formations and making the experience even more magical.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Ti Top Island
Ti Top Island (also spelled Titov Island) is one of the most popular and picturesque stops in Halong Bay, Vietnam. It offers a perfect combination of stunning natural beauty, panoramic views, and a relaxing beach. Ti Top is one of the few islands in Halong Bay with a naturally white, sandy beach. The beach is small but clean and ideal for swimming, sunbathing, or just relaxing by the calm emerald waters. A steep stone staircase (about 400 steps) leads to a viewing platform at the top of the island. The climb is a bit of a workout, but the reward is a spectacular 360-degree view of Halong Bay’s iconic limestone karsts and scattered islets. The viewpoint at the summit is one of the most photographed locations in Halong Bay, especially at sunrise or sunset. Besides swimming, some tours offer kayaking around the island, allowing visitors to explore nearby coves and rock formations.
90 minutes here
Hạ Long Bay
Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Quang Ninh Province, northern Vietnam. Famous for its breathtaking natural beauty, the bay features over 1,600 limestone islands and islets rising dramatically from emerald green waters. Formed over millions of years, the karst landscape of Ha Long Bay creates a surreal seascape of towering cliffs, hidden caves, floating fishing villages, and quiet lagoons. Popular attractions include Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Ti Top Island, and floating markets. Ha Long Bay is a top destination for cruises, kayaking, cave exploration, and photography, offering a perfect blend of natural wonder and cultural charm.
120 minutes here
Hon Ga Choi Island
Hon Ga Choi Island, also known as Fighting Cocks Islet or Trong Mai Islet, is one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam. This distinctive formation features two towering limestone rocks, each approximately 12 meters high, that resemble a rooster and a hen facing each other. Over time, these formations have become a symbol of Ha Long Bay and are often featured in tourism materials and even on Vietnam's 200,000 VND banknote.
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Hang Luon Cave
Luon Cave is one of Halong Bay’s most serene and unique natural attractions, offering a peaceful contrast to the grandeur of larger caves like Sung Sot. It’s especially known for its tranquil scenery and access by boat or kayak. Unlike other caves, Luon Cave has a low, arched limestone entrance that you can only pass through by small boat or kayak—larger vessels cannot enter. Hidden Lagoon: Passing through the short tunnel (about 60 meters), you enter a quiet, enclosed circular lagoon surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and lush vegetation. It feels like a secret world, completely cut off from the bay. No Walking Inside: This is not a walk-through cave like others. The beauty of Luon Cave lies in the experience of gliding through it, listening to birds chirping and seeing monkeys, orchids, and possibly wild goats on the cliffs above. Ideal for Kayaking: Luon Cave is one of the best spots in Halong Bay for kayaking, offering calm, clear water and stunning reflections of the cliffs.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Lan Ha Bay
Lan Ha Bay is a stunning natural wonder located south of Ha Long Bay in northern Vietnam. Known for its emerald waters, limestone karsts, and peaceful atmosphere, the bay features more than 400 islands and islets covered with lush greenery. Unlike the busier Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay offers a quieter and more authentic experience, making it ideal for cruising, kayaking, swimming, and exploring hidden lagoons and floating fishing villages. With its pristine beauty and rich biodiversity, Lan Ha Bay is one of Vietnam’s most captivating coastal destinations.
360 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Pick-up from Hanoi
Arcady Boutique Cruise Duration: 3 days 2 Lunches Hanoi - Halong - Lan Ha Limousine Bus Pickup included
Pick-up from Halong
Arcady Boutique Cruise Duration: 3 days Full board Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay Pickup included
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Arcady Travel
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Physical effort
2 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
12 verified traveler reviews for Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing magical day cruise
The cruise was just the perfect day! The food was delicious and well prepared and the crew was helpful and fun. Tony and Haim and everyone was so great. The cocktails were great and each excursion was well planned and awesome! Can’t wsay enough about it! Highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Fun trip and nice boat
The boat itself was very nice. Our group was small, we had a lot of free space. The lunch consist of a good selection of seafood, meat and veg options. Drinks are not included but you can purchase them. Similar to hotel prices. The trip was fun and we got to see a lot in a short time. Kayaking was fun but be cautious on the boats as they don't pay attention to you and you can easily get hit. The trip to tip top moutain was quite narrow and steep with lots of ppl. The view was worth it though. The jacuzzi was a nice bonus after all the hiking. The staff and guide was very nice throughout the trip.
via Viator
Ha long Bay cruise - drawbacks
Overall ok. Comfortable, clean boat. Nice food. Drawbacks - cruise is a bit too long. Timeschedule not respected. We arrived back in Hanoi after 10 PM. In some spots we stayed too long from my perspective. They are very crowded spots - on our return, in addition to being late driver stopped for 30 minutes on the highway at a kind of store to buy stuff and eat This we didn t like. Noone from the bus liked it. We were all anxios to get back to the city where there are plenty of better options for eating
via Tripadvisor
Lovely 3D 2N Halong Bay Cruise
We booked 3D/2N Halong Bay cruise at the last minute. Boat: nice size - not very many passengers - maybe 40. Room: we had a junior suite - tighter than I expected but knowing we would be out most of the time it was perfect. It had a balcony which we loved and the bathroom was nice. Stairs: be aware there are a lot of stairs to go anywhere on the boat. Food: just ok. We never went hungry but it was not impressive food if you’re here for that! Excursions: well managed and enjoyable. We loved the day on the day boat - very relaxing.
via Tripadvisor
Very nice experience
We had a very nice experience! The cruise boat and crew were nice, but our tour guide Micky was excellent and created a wonderful atmosphere for the whole group.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $220 to $290
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Arcady Travel, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 79.1.
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Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $220 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 Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise take?
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Plan for about 24 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 Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 12 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise?
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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 Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 24-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise?
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Around 4 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 24-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise 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 Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise?
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Included: All meals as in the itinerary; Jacuzzi & Sunset party on Halong Bay Cruise; Pick up and drop off at your hotel by limousine bus; Tourist Attraction fees; and English speaking tour guide. Not included: Drinks on meals; and Personal expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 810 listed pickup locations in and around Hanoi. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise 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 Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise?
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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 Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise 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 Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise?
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Across 12 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
What booking options are available for Hanoi: 3D2N Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay with Arcady Boutique Cruise?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Pick-up from Hanoi, Pick-up from Halong. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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