Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night in Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam

Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night

Outty Ranking 49 3.9 · 35 traveler reviews48 hoursFrom $183

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49/100

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3.9/5

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Is Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night worth booking?

Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night is a 48-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $183 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 35 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
49 / 100
Rating
3.9/5 (35)
Duration
48 hours
From
$183 per person

Velar of the Sea Cruise is a brand new 5 star cruise on Ha Long Bay with luxurious facilities and neoclassic style. It only takes you 2 hours to transfer from Hanoi. As soon as you arrive on the cruise, you can enjoy the

What you get

  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Dinner
  • Welcome drink
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Breakfast

About this experience

Velar of the Sea Cruise is a brand new 5 star cruise on Ha Long Bay with luxurious facilities and neoclassic style. It only takes you 2 hours to transfer from Hanoi. As soon as you arrive on the cruise, you can enjoy the elegance of the French - Indochina style with comfortable interior. A unique trip with selected attractions not only bring a perfect leisure time but also help tourists immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. Every experience here is promised to be a never-forgotten memory to any tourist.

What's included

Included

  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Dinner
  • Welcome drink
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Breakfast
  • Guide and Kayaking

Not included

  • Personal Fees

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

Before you book

Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Yangon Private Day Tours

Know before you go

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 35 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Food and drink

7 mentions

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

Photo opportunities

4 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Traveler reviews

35 verified traveler reviews for Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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clarisatay8 · March 2026

Halong bay

The ship is not worth four star the food is not good They should serve bottled water and half a little bit more drink such as tea, coffee and the room have cracked. The door is squeaking. They need to fix that. But scenery is excellent.

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Marnee J · February 2026

Highlight of my Vietnam adventure

The rooms are massive, the bath huge w spa functions. The open air balcony where you can sit and enjoy the view. Seriously I could’ve sat there for days . I’m not much for activities but I love a cocktail and a relax. This cruise was right up my alley. But if I did want to do stuff there was canoes swimming caving . But honestly it’s the lovely staff that made us feel special every part of the journey. I wanted to mention where we docked at night we were only 1 of a couple of boats in that area. Thank you team at Velor of the sea.

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C1912NYalessandras · December 2025

Great view and nice rooms but not 5 stars

The bay is beautiful and having a windowed room is really wonderful because you can enjoy the view while lying down and relaxed. The bathrooms were very nice but the slippers they provided us in the room were already used and dirty. During the first outing activity in a boat we almost fell 2 times because a man kept getting up and moving from one top to the other without respecting the balance. I couldn’t wait to get off because it wasn’t safe at all and I did a lot of excursions like that. I think the kitchen demonstration activity is quite a scam, there is no room for everyone, people are attached and you can’t see anything unless you push people away. The next day I was so disappointed by the activities that I didn’t even participate in the other proposals. At the buffet no queue and people pushing you or overtaking you without rules. The staff is kind and helpful but it is absolutely not a 5 star experience

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310nitah · November 2025

Misleading and disappointing Velar cruise of CatBa island area

We booked an expensive 3day/2-night cruise through an agent in Hanoi, Bamboo Ha Giang.We were picked up from our hotel in Ninh Binh, taken to Halong Bay, then on board the Velar ship, at 12.30pm.Ours was a superior deluxe room, and was excellent. The buffet lunch was good, no complaints there. The set dinner was very average, some of it inedible. We were told we should be ready for being off-loaded at 8.30am the next morning, and we would be taken to a hotel on CatBa island. I protested, as that meant only a few hours on a cruise ship, not even 24-hours. I was then told that a day cruise boat would pick us up. After a sub-standard measly early breakfast, ( 6am) we were off-loaded onto a day boat. After 2-hours on it , we were told we would be landed on our hotel in Cat Ba. Again, we protested, and the manager agreed to arrange for the off-loading for 5pm. The day cruise was okay, we visited a village, went to a pearl farm, the manager " Y" was very good, and we landed in CatBa island in a reasonable 4 *hotel on the island. The next day we were to be picked up at 11am for our drive to Hanoi. This is very misleading-- how is it a 3-day cruise? Most of it was on land! We were barely a total of 28-hours on a boat.How is it a 2-night cruise, when our second night was in an island hotel? The cruise staff were always eager to off-load us from the cruise ship, yet we had paid for a cruise trip, in a luxurious room. I would not recommend this cruise. And, the food was bad.

via Tripadvisor

ericbT6219IQ · May 2025

Very poor & not safe

AVOID. We had a Rat in our Room. Staff were not helpful at all with this issue. The staff/ crew on this boat seemed fine until we had a problem, then they were useless. Please be warned this boat is not safe to travel on. We had a large Rat in our Room at 2.30am. Ran across floor towards a hole in the window. We reported this to night manager, he did very little apart from tell us to wait until the morning & he would get housekeeping to remove the rat. We had to report it again at 4.30am, Rat ran up the curtain & into ceiling. Totally disgusting. We packed our bags & went to reception after reporting it a second time. We were later given a different room (next door) for a few hrs to rest. Obviously it was impossible to rest as we had 2 children with us in an adjoining room & we had to ensure they were OK. Staff told us at 5.30am that they found & removed the Rat.....when we made a formal complaint through our booking agent later that morning the cruise manager asked for photos of the Rat! This is after his own Staff told us they had found & removed it. His response was to offer a discount off the drinks bill. His attitude was very poor. My strong advice is DO NOT VISIT THIS BOAT it is unsafe, not clean & Staff are useless when you have an issue. We are in process of reporting this to the Tourism Dept & Health & Safety Dept. DO NOT VISIT THIS BOAT.

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Good to know

Duration
48 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$183 to $390
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
12
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 49

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)46
Review evidence (18% weight)53
Booking momentum (14% weight)45
Value for money (12% weight)82
Listing quality (10% weight)92
Local standing (8% weight)0
Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night: questions travelers ask

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

How much does Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night cost?

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Prices start at $183 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 Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night 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 Hanoi is not rushed.

Is Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 35 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night?

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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 Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night 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 Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night?

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Around 12 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 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Velar of the Sea - 5 Star Luxury on Halong Bay 2 days 1 night 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 Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. 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.

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