The 15 2-Day Trips in Northern Vietnam That Earn Their Price

1.Amanda Cruise – Ha Long, Lan Ha Bay – All Inclusive 2D1N & 3D2N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,358 reviews · from $56Our pick

Amanda Cruise explores Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay with caves, kayaking, Ti Top Island, meals, Hanoi transfers, and overnight cabins.

“Visiting Ha Long Bay was a dream of mine and Roxanne and team deliver a very luxurious experience. Although there were a couple of issues along the way Roxanne and team handle them effectively and professionally! The team in the yacht were exceptional. Thank you for making my dream come true! I would highly recommend their service!!!”

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2.Lan Ha – Ha Long Bay – Dau Be island 2D/1N from Cat Ba in less touristy areas.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,460 reviews · from $170

Cruise Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay from Cat Ba, kayak through Ba Ham Lake, swim at quiet beaches, and sleep aboard a small boat.

“Good experience in a nice setting. Clean and big rooms, very good food for lunch, dinner and breakfast.”

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3.2-Day Halong & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise with Balcony

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,300 reviews · from $188

Review of a 2-day Halong and Lan Ha Bay 5-star cruise from Hanoi, with balcony cabin, kayaking, caves, meals, and practical booking tips.

“The boat is great and there is a nice atmosphere on board. Food is fish based so if you don't like it request a diff menu.”

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4.Sapa 2 Days 1 Night From Hanoi – Overnight in Ta Van Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,669 reviews · from $59

Trek Sapa’s rice terraces and hill villages from Hanoi, with an English-speaking guide, Ta Van homestay, meals, and round-trip bus travel.

“This 2 day trek was a fun and enlightening experience which myself and my partner enjoyed thoroughly. The views were breathtaking and our guide Chang was friendly, helpful and lovely. The homestay we stayed the night were welcoming aRead more”

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5.Le Journey Cruises – All Inclusive 2D1N and 3D2N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,500 reviews · from $71

Review of Le Journey Cruises in Halong and Lan Ha Bay, with caves, kayaking, meals, transfers, cabin advice, costs, and honest drawbacks.

“Amazing the whole experience. The crew and Tom were the best! Will repeat It again no doubts. Food and activities, all perfect?”

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6.Mon Chéri Cruise 5 star: Unique 2 Days Tuan Chau – Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,422 reviews · from $195

Spend two days aboard Mon Chéri Cruise among Ha Long and Lan Ha bays, with caves, kayaking, meals, sunset views, and an overnight suite.

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7.Doris Cruise 5 star cruise 2 days visiting Halong Bay Lan Ha Bay private balcony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,338 reviews · from $235

Review of Doris Cruise from Hanoi, with private balcony, kayaking, Lan Ha Bay, meals, transfers, and practical value advice.

“Mona was really helpful and sweet with us and food was excellent in quality. We like our guide mona the most ❤️. View was excellent. Rooms were great and luxurious. We felt best here . And our guide Mona was really cooperative and sweet . Management was really great .”

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9.CozyBay Cruise-The Best Small Group 2D/1N inHalong-All inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,199 reviews · from $122

Review of CozyBay Cruise’s affordable 2-day Ha Long Bay trip from Hanoi, with private cabin, meals, kayaking, caves, and Titop Island.

“Value for money. We did everything the other boats did. The boat was nice, but can do with a bit of a facelift. The crew and host were lovely. The food on board was amazing. They serve a lot of food. We had a wonderful time and recommend it to all budget travellers.”

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10.All inclusive Bhaya 2-Day Halong Bay Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,556 reviews · from $144

Review the Bhaya 2-day Halong Bay cruise, with caves, kayaking, meals, cabin stays, Hanoi transfers, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“Great trip with Bhaya cruises and with free upgrade. No more than twenty- five people on boat but made friends with another traveller. The staff were amazing, the sights incredible but most enjoyable was the quiet tranquillity of the cruise compared with the intoxicating energy of Hanoi. An absolute must for anyone!”

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11.2-Day Luxury Halong Bay Aspira Cruise from Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,517 reviews · from $178

Spend one night aboard the luxury Aspira Cruise, with Lan Ha Bay views, balcony cabins, kayaking, Tai Chi, and gourmet meals.

“Fantastic trip, beautiful cabin, amazing staff and lovely food! We had a wonderful and relaxing time.”

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12.2-Day Halong Sapphire Cruise with Balcony Cabin

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,447 reviews

Spend two days aboard Sapphire Cruise in Halong and Lan Ha Bays, with a balcony cabin, kayaking, swimming, meals, and Hanoi transfers.

“Power is a wonderful host. Very hospitable and lively. Enjoyed our stay thoroughly Good food and relaxing atmosphere. Recommended.”

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13.2-Days, 1-Night Halong Bay Discovery Cruise from Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,156 reviews · from $140

Review of a 2-day Halong Bay cruise from Hanoi with kayaking, caves, meals, sunrise views, and a one-night cabin for $140.

“A different and an enjoyable experience altogether. The package was well worked out. I would have loved to have the sunrise view, which I feel should be included in the package. Vegetarian food option was an enjoyable treat for vegetarians.”

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14.2-Day Lan Ha & Halong Bay 5 Stars Cruise with Balcony

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,147 reviews · from $162

Review of a 2-day Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay cruise from Hanoi, with balcony cabin, kayaking, cave visits, meals, and practical booking advice.

“Celebrated a great birthday with my partner on board. Beautiful room and views.”

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15.Orchid Cruises Halong Bay 2Day/1Night on 5 Star

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,136 reviews · from $420

Review of Orchid Cruises’ 2-day Halong Bay trip, with Hanoi transfers, balcony cabins, meals, kayaking, caves, and Tai Chi.

“An overnight cruise was definitely the right choice. This option gave ample time for not only enjoying the beautiful and peaceful atmosphere of Halong Bay, but also allowed us to get to know our fellow passengers, and to take part in intereRead more”

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