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FAQs For Halong Bay Cruise Tours
Yes, Halong Bay is definitely worth a try. As one of the world-famous natural heritage sites, Halong Bay features the best destination for cruising in Vietnam. Why is it worth it?
Deeper exploration: Cruising is the best way to go further into the beautiful archipelago of the Gulf of Tonkin
Perfect seascape: Stay 2â3 days relaxing on the ship, soaking up the fresh air and tranquility of the bay
Exciting activities: Retreat by entertaining onboard (mini golf, poker, pool, spa, karaoke) and offboard (kayaking, boat rowing, cave visiting, catamaran, etc.)
For the best travel experience, the best time to go to Halong Bay is March – April and October – November, when the weather is cool (20 – 28°C) and dry (less rainfall).
Also, you can choose other months to visit:
May – September: Perfect time to get summer deals and flash sales up to 40% OFF
January – April: Enjoyable time to take part in Halong festivals and welcome Tet Holiday onboard
To better plan, please check out Best Time to Visit Halong Bay for Perfect Weather & Great Deals.
Here are the top places to visit on most of the cruises, varying from islets, caves, and beaches to fishing villages.
Titop Island: A famous viewpoint with a panoramic bay view and stunning beach
Sung Sot Cave: An amazing cave to admire gorgeous stalactites and stalagmites
Ba Trai Dao Beach: A beautifully pristine beach to enjoy swimming and sunbathing
Dark & Bright Cave: Top favorite destination to do kayaking in Lan Ha Bay
Thien Canh Son Cave: One of the largest limestone caves in Bai Tu Long
Vung Vieng Floating Village: A tranquil village known for its serene beauty and pearl farming.
On average, the cruise prices range from US $108 – $300 per person for 1 night, US $206 – $550 per person for 2 nights, and US $65 – $120 per person for a day trip.
Most cruises do not include the transfer in their package. You must pay extra for the transfer if you want to be picked up from Hanoi.
Please see the price table for 2025 below for your reference:
Trip type
Low season High season
Day trip
US$ 65 – 95 US$ 75 – 120
2 days 1 night
US$ 108 – 248 US$ 130 – 300
3 days 2 nights
US$ 206 – 400 US$ 240 – 550
Shuttle bus round trip
US$ 40 – 50 US$ 40 – 50
* The price is per person in USD
* Low season: May – Sep, High season: Jan – Apr & Oct – Dec
How long you stay in Halong Bay really depends on your budget and available time.
1 night: On a budget from US $108/pax, you can visit 1 – 2 attractions and join tai chi, cooking class, kayaking, or boat rowing onboard.
2 nights: With US $206/pax or more, you can add on 1 – 2 hidden places to visit on the second day and enjoy more time sightseeing and relaxing.
Still wondering about your plan? Please keep in touch with us via: halongtourexpert@gmail.com or WhatsApp us at: +84 88 626 1368.
It takes around 2.5 – 3 hours (including break time) to transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter to Halong Bay by limousine bus or car.
For those who transfer from Hanoi airport, it takes about 3 hours of driving to Halong Bay.
The slowest way is by train (7 hours), while the fastest way is by seaplane (45 minutes).
For those planning a Halong Bay cruise from Hanoi, these travel options will help you maximize your time enjoying the beautiful scenery.
The overnight cruise usually returns to the port at 11:00 – 11:30 on the last day of the itinerary. You will get to your hotel in Hanoi by 15:30 – 16:00 in the afternoon.
For the day cruise trip, the disembarkation time is around 16:00 – 17:00 and the drop-off time in Hanoi is approximately 20:00.
Note: If you want to book a flight on the same day, choose a domestic flight after 17:00 and an international flight after 18:00.
Yes, you are allowed to swim in some areas of the bay, specifically:
Halong Bay: You can only swim in Titop Island, where most Halong overnight cruises pass by on the first day of the itinerary.
Lan Ha Bay: You are freely swum by the overnight anchor point around Ao Ech and Tra Bau Area.
Bai Tu Long Bay: Unlucky, swimming is restricted in this area for safety reasons.
Note: Please wear a life jacket if needed and donât go swimming alone!
All cruises in Halong Bay must have permission from the Management Board to stay overnight in the Bay. Based on the weather predictions (high winds, monsoon, thunderstorm, cyclone, storm…), the Management Board has the authority to cancel all cruises on a certain day to guarantee the safety of tourists.
In those cases, the following policies will be applied for the cruise:
If the cancellation is informed before you leave Hanoi (you have not used any service yet): 100% refund
If the cancellation is informed during the trip (you have already used some services: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel,…): Only the fee of these services will be charged and we will refund the whole remaining amount
If the trip is cut down from 3 days/2 nights to 2 days/1 night, we will charge as 2 days/1 night trip, plus other services you have already used, and refund the remaining amount
Important notes:
The cancellation is announced ONLY by the Management Board and often on short notice of time. Therefore your understanding of these situations is highly appreciated.
The period from May to July is considered stormy weather in Halong Bay with many unpredictable weather conditions. Hence more cruises will be canceled on short notice during this season.
In all cases, please contact our consultants directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
Payment and Cancellation
All cruises in Halong Bay must have permission from the Management Board to stay overnight in the Bay. Based on the weather predictions (high winds, monsoon, thunderstorm, cyclone, storm…), the Management Board has the authority to cancel all cruises on a certain day to guarantee the safety of tourists.
In those cases, the following policies will be applied for the cruise:
If the cancellation is informed before you leave Hanoi (you have not used any service yet): 100% refund
If the cancellation is informed during the trip (you have already used some services: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel,…): Only the fee of these services will be charged and we will refund the whole remaining amount
If the trip is cut down from 3 days/2 nights to 2 days/1 night, we will charge as 2 days/1 night trip, plus other services you have already used, and refund the remaining amount
Important notes:
The cancellation is announced ONLY by the Management Board and often on short notice of time. Therefore your understanding of these situations is highly appreciated.
The period from May to July is considered stormy weather in Halong Bay with many unpredictable weather conditions. Hence more cruises will be canceled on short notice during this season.
In all cases, please contact our consultants directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
You can pay us through one of the following ways:
⢠Credit cards: credit card payment is completely secure on our website and can be made online long time in advance of your trip.
⢠Bank transfer: for large amount of money, you can request for bank transfer to avoid the transaction cost. Please email us for our bank details.
⢠Cash: you can pay us by cash – we will collect the cash at your hotel or preferred meeting place upon mutual agreement.
Note: Please kindly note that all bank card and fee are borne by payers. In an effort to keep the cost low for you we waive credit card fee (2.8%) for deposit for all bookings made directly online. For the balance, if the amount is more than 300 USD, a 3% card processing fee will be applied.
When you decide that you need to cancel your booking, please notify us immediately by email. We do not accept cancellation notice by phone or any other means for verification reason.
Please review our cancellation policy below:
More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
From 30 to 11 days prior to check-in: 15% of total rates
From 10 to 07 days prior to check-in: 30% of total rates
Less than 7 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
No-Show: 100% of total rates.
Most cruises posted on our site are filling out fast, for the quality of service and low price offered. We suggest you to make the reservation as soon as possible, especially if you are planning to travel in high season months from September to December. Planning your trip ahead will save you time and hassle.
Additional Questions
If you are pregnant, we advise you to make a serious check-up with your doctor. If your doctor say you can go, you can. However if you are more than 32 weeks pregnant, we recommend you to hold off your trip as the cruise trip still requires some light activity such as climbing up and down or getting on and off board.
No, they are not included in any cruise packages. In general, meals are included and in each cabin there are complimentary bottles of mineral water. Some cruise may offer free tea/ coffee in meals but other drinks will be charged.
No, you donât. When you make a booking with us, your cruise trip is already included entrance fees and sightseeing tickets, you donât have to pay any additional fees.
Yes, you can. Most of cruises in Halong Bay will happily meet any of your special requests. However, please kindly be reminded that you should make note with us well in advance so we can have more time to prepare the most perfect meal for you and your family.
You are suggested to bring sunblock, sunglasses, insect repellents, wide brim hats, swimming suites, warm clothes in winter, and your original passport for check in. If you are travelling with young kids, candy, picture books, minigames, learning tools may be helpful.
