Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

Cozy Bay Classic Cruise 2D1N from Hanoi by Expressway Transfer

2 Days Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 2-day Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay cruise from Hanoi
  • 02 Overnight stay on a boutique cruise with private en-suite cabin
  • 03 Kayaking or local rowing boat experience among limestone islets
  • 04 Visit Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island
  • 05 Enjoy a sunset party, cooking class, and night squid fishing
  • 06 Roundtrip transfer from Hanoi by expressway included
  • 07 All meals on board included as per program

Discover the beauty of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay on this 2-day cruise from Hanoi, combining expressway transfers, overnight accommodation on board, and time to enjoy Vietnam’s iconic limestone seascapes. Travel by boat through striking karst formations, relax on deck, and take in the changing scenery as you cruise between bays and islets.

Along the way, enjoy included meals on board, kayaking or local rowing boat activities, and visits to well-known sights such as Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island. With a boutique-style cruise experience, private en-suite cabin, and onboard activities including a sunset party, cooking class, and night squid fishing, this trip offers a comfortable and memorable way to experience one of Vietnam’s most famous UNESCO-listed landscapes.

You will be enchanted when decadently dining on our luxury junk, our lavish interpretation of a traditional Vietnamese boat.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Halong, Hanoi, Hai Phong
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hanoi - Hai Phong Highway - Luxury Cruise - Lan Ha Bay - Halong Bay - Overnight on Boat (Lunch + Dinner)09:00 - 09:30: Your air-conditioned transfer vehicle will collect you from your hotel in Hanoi and convey you to Hai Phong at approximately 11:30am.12:00: You will be taken aboard our support vessel and travel from the wharf via the bay to board our luxurious craft Luxury Cruise. You will be welcomed aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. Our friendly and professional crew will conduct a compulsory safety procedure session and then you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up. We encourage you to explore our luxuriously-appointed ship then watch the magical landscape cruise past. 13:15: A special lunch of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing delicacies will be served. You will be enchanted when decadently dining on our luxury junk, our lavish interpretation of a traditional Vietnamese boat. Life just doesn’t get better than this! We then set sail for Lan Ha Bay, passing Da Chong islet where you can see an ancient lighthouse built by the French over a century ago. 15:00: The final part of the cruise takes us through the Cua Van area to Lan Ha Bay (part of Halong Bay). The 300 or so karst islands and limestone outcrops of Lan Ha are stunning with their pristine, snow-white beaches. You can explore Ba Trai Dao beach via kayaks or immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters. 17:00: It’s time to return to your lavish liner and cruise to your evening accommodation. 17:30 - 18:30: Happy hour? We offer an extensive drinks list including special offers such as two for one drinks. 19:15: You can spoil yourself with a unique Dinner in our distinctive restaurant. 20:45 - 12:00: It is now time to relax with an exotic cocktail and drink in the evening landscape. Our bar offers a wide range of wine, beer and liqueurs and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day sailing on the Bay. You can order an indulgent spa service, watch movies, go squid fishing or simply relax on our roof top deck under the cover of a brightly illuminated sky. Enjoy a romantic overnight on Luxury Cruise.Enjoy a romantic overnight on Luxury Cruise.

Ha Noi - Ha Long Bay

09:00 - 09:30: Your air-conditioned transfer vehicle will collect you from your hotel in Hanoi and convey you to Hai Phong at approximately 11:30am.

12:00: You will be taken aboard our support vessel and travel from the wharf via the bay to board our luxurious craft Luxury Cruise. You will be welcomed aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. Our friendly and professional crew will conduct a compulsory safety procedure session and then you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up. We encourage you to explore our luxuriously-appointed ship then watch the magical landscape cruise past.

13:15: A special lunch of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing delicacies will be served. You will be enchanted when decadently dining on our luxury junk, our lavish interpretation of a traditional Vietnamese boat. Life just doesn’t get better than this! We then set sail for Lan Ha Bay, passing Da Chong islet where you can see an ancient lighthouse built by the French over a century ago.

15:00: The final part of the cruise takes us through the Cua Van area to Lan Ha Bay (part of Halong Bay). The 300 or so karst islands and limestone outcrops of Lan Ha are stunning with their pristine, snow-white beaches. You can explore Ba Trai Dao beach via kayaks or immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters.

17:00: It’s time to return to your lavish liner and cruise to your evening accommodation.

17:30 - 18:30: Happy hour? We offer an extensive drinks list including special offers such as two for one drinks. 19:15: You can spoil yourself with a unique Dinner in our distinctive restaurant.

20:45 - 12:00: It is now time to relax with an exotic cocktail and drink in the evening landscape. Our bar offers a wide range of wine, beer and liqueurs and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day sailing on the Bay. You can order an indulgent spa service, watch movies, go squid fishing or simply relax on our roof top deck under the cover of a brightly illuminated sky. Enjoy a romantic overnight on Luxury Cruise.

Enjoy a romantic overnight on Luxury Cruise.

2
Day 02

Luxury Cruise - Dark & Bright Cave - Halong Bay - Hanoi (Light Breakfast + Brunch)

Luxury Cruise - Dark & Bright Cave - Halong Bay - Hanoi (Light Breakfast + Brunch)

06:30: The morning is the best time of the day on Lan Ha Bay. You might like to head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions or relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice to watch the stunning scenery unfold before you. 07:00: A light breakfast of pastries, tea and coffee will be served in our restaurant.

7:30 - 9:15: The final stage of your trip is to be taken through the mysterious caves and amongst the remote islets via local rowing boats. The breath-taking beauty of this World Heritage region will certainly impress you. Following this, you will journey back to the main ship.

09:30: It’s time to check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland. After a final early brunch and a last farewell from our crew at

11:30, you will board our transfer boat and head back to the wharf where you will be met by your return trip vehicle to transfer you to Hanoi.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus Transfer Roundtrip Hanoi - Halong (TOUR FROM HANOI ONLY)
  • Pick Up/Drop Off at Tuan Chau Cruise Port (TOUR FROM HALONG BAY)
  • All Cabins with private en-suite bathroom
  • Kayaking or Local Rowing/Swiming/Cave Exploring
  • Sunset Party/Cooking Class/Night Squid Fishing on Boat
  • Entrance Fees for Sightseeing Halong Bay, Sung Sot Cave & Titop Island
  • Experienced English Speaking Tour Guide with Better Care
  • All Meals on Boat as Program ( 1 Brekfast, 1 Dinner, 2 Lunches)
  • Boutique Cruise with Small Group on Boat - Best Care

What's Not Included

  • Beverages & Personal Expenses,
  • Tips for crews/guide/driver are appreciated
  • Holiday Surcharge

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Ticket provides direct entry
  • FOR TOUR FROM HANOI WITH TRANSFER: We will pick you up at your hotels/stays in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House or Authentic Hanoi Travel Office if outside and depart to Ha Long Bay.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hanoi, VN
Tour start
Hanoi, VN
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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