About Us
Vietnam's Trusted
Halong Bay Cruise Expert
Halong Tour Expert - Locally based in Hanoi since 2012, we handpick and verify every cruise across Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay, and Bai Tu Long Bay — so you book with confidence and travel with peace of mind.
10,000+
Happy travelers served
80+
Verified cruise partners
10+
Years of experience · Since 2012
9.5/10
Average traveler rating
Halong Tour Expert · Est. 2012
Our story
Born from a passion for Halong Bay
Halong Tour Expert was founded in 2012 by Jimmy — a Hanoi-based Vietnam travel specialist with over 10 years of experience, who built this platform to help travelers find the right Halong Bay cruise without the confusion.
Our mission: use first-hand local knowledge to match every traveler with their perfect cruise — at the best price, with full support from booking to return.
- Personally verified 80+ cruise vessels across 3 bays
- Licensed by Vietnam National Authority of Tourism
- Local team available 7 days a week, responds in 24 hours
- Best price guaranteed — we match any lower price
- Halal-certified cruise options available
Why choose us
Why book with Halong Tour Expert?
6 reasons thousands of travelers trust us every year.
Best price guaranteed
Day cruises from $54, Overnight cruises from $120, Luxury cruises from $145. No middlemen — direct with operators. Find it cheaper? We match it.
Every cruise personally verified
Over 10 years of first-hand reviews. Jimmy has personally inspected 80+ vessels — cabin quality, food, safety, and crew standards. See all verified cruises →
24/7 local support
Hanoi-based team responds within 24 hours, 7 days a week. WhatsApp +84 88 626 1368. With you from booking to return transfer. Contact us anytime →
9.5/10 average rating
Based on 388+ verified traveler reviews. We only feature cruises rated 9.0/10 or above by independent travelers on TripAdvisor.
Responsible tourism
Partners committed to UNESCO heritage site protection. Eco-friendly options available including solar-powered vessels.
Halal-friendly options
Halal-certified cruises on request including Mon Cheri Cruise. Muslim-friendly specialty — Halal food, prayer facilities, no alcohol.
Our credentials
Trust signals & certifications
Licensed by Vietnam National Authority of Tourism
License No. 01-539/ 2012 / TCDL-GPLHQT
Issued by Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT)
Valid · Operating since 2012
Issued by Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT)
Valid · Operating since 2012
Physical office in Hanoi
To 10, Ngoc Thuy Street, Long Bien District, Hanoi · +84 88 626 1368
Verified TripAdvisor reviews
9.5/10 average rating from 388+ independent verified traveler reviews.
Secure payment partners
Visa · Mastercard · PayPal · UnionPay · Skrill. SSL encrypted booking process.
Traveler reviews
What our travelers say
Real reviews from verified travelers — unedited, unfiltered.
9.5
★★★★★
"Truly exceeded our expectations. The team at Halong Tour Expert was incredibly helpful from start to finish. We will certainly choose them again for our next Vietnam trip."
★★★★★
"The Halong Bay trip was the standout highlight of our two weeks in Vietnam. Booking online with Halong Tour Expert made everything incredibly convenient and stress-free."
★★★★★
"We had an absolutely amazing trip! The views were breathtaking, the activities were so much fun, and the service was exceptional. Highly recommend Halong Tour Expert to everyone."
★★★★★
"Professional, reliable and great value. Jimmy and the team handled everything perfectly. Our Lan Ha Bay cruise was the best part of our entire Southeast Asia trip."
Our team
Meet the Halong Tour Expert team
Real people, real local knowledge — based in Hanoi, passionate about Halong Bay.
JI
Jimmy
Sales Manager
Over 10 years in Halong Bay travel sales. Personally verified 80+ vessels. Licensed by Vietnam National Authority of Tourism. Based in Hanoi.
YH
Yen Huynh
Senior Cruise Sales Specialist
5+ years matching travelers with their perfect Halong Bay cruise. Specialist in luxury and Halal-certified cruise bookings.
JN
Jenny Hoang
Tour Operations Manager
Manages cruise operations and customer support. Ensures every traveler receives 24/7 assistance from booking to return transfer.
DD
David Duc
SEO & Vietnam Tour Expert
Over 10 years of SEO and Vietnam travel expertise. Helps travelers discover the best cruises through search and content strategy.
Ready to plan your Halong Bay trip?
Browse 80+ handpicked cruises or contact our local team in Hanoi — we respond within 24 hours, 7 days a week.
