HANOI · VIETNAM
Hanoi’s best days out.
The 15 cruises & boat tours worth planning a day around in Hanoi and the north. What each one includes, what it costs, and who runs it.
Ha Long Bay day cruise from Hanoi with Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave kayaking, Titop beach and views, seafood lunch, sunset party.
Most Popular“Sunny was a great guide! We made the most out of the day and enjoyed a relaxing day with great tips and info. We also got vegetarian food on the ship. Highly recommend the tour with Sunny!”
Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc and Mua Cave: an air-conditioned day trip with English guide, boat ride, optional bike ride and buffet lunch.
“a great experience with a very knowledgeable guide, we highly recommend this tour of ninh binh and sonny was the best tour guide ever!”
All-inclusive Amanda Cruise from Hanoi for Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay: cave highlights, kayaking, Ti Top Island, meals, and sea-view cabins.
“Everything was very nice, and the quality/price ratio was very good!”
Cozy Bay Ha Long Bay day cruise from Hanoi: Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top views, kayaking/bamboo boat, swimming, lunch and sunset party for $48.
“The guide we had (Duc) was excellent! He did such a good job and was very informative, knoweldgable and friendly. We would definitely recommend him. The whole process of this tour was seamless. Worked out so well. The only drawback were the crowds! So many tour companies do this same experience. Also the food was…”
5-star Hanoi to Lan Ha Bay cruise with balcony cabin, kayaking, caves, spring-roll cooking, tai chi, squid fishing, and full meals.
“kayaking was very nice. alsl they arranged us a beautiful honeymoon cabin. food was amazing”
5-star 2-day Mon Chéri cruise through Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay with bamboo cave ride, kayaking, and sunset-sunrise overnight.
“Mon cheri cruise was excellent cruise”
Two days on Doris Cruise in Halong and Lan Ha with kayaking, caves, tai chi, and a private balcony, plus round-trip Hanoi transfers.
“The whole experience was great . Specially Emily treated us very well . She took care the whole group , asked for well being and food and everything . Big thanks 😊”
Overnight Ha Long Bay cruise with a private balcony and bathtub, meals and activities included, plus sunrise tai chi, kayaking, and spring-roll cooking.
“Not a great value for the money. Kind of boring. The boat was nice and clean. I was expecting it to be outdated but it wasn't. Staff was great.”
CozyBay is a small-group Ha Long Bay 2-day, 1-night cruise from Hanoi with A/C cabins, cave visits, kayaking, and full meals.
“Me and my girlfriend absolutely loved this cruise! We are both backpacking and wanted to find a budget cruise, and we were so pleased we booked with cozy cruises after searching endlessly online. Tam and crew were the best! They made sure that everyone was okay and having a great time. The food was super…”
Hera Cruise Halong Bay is a 2-day, all-inclusive sailing from Hanoi with cave visits, kayaking, Ti Top Island, Tai Chi, and meals.
“Its a unique kind of honeymoon as well de stress from normal work life. A good vibes seeing the nature and well caves.”
Ninh Binh day trip from Hanoi with bicycle at Hoa Lu, Trang An grotto boat ride, Mua Cave 500 steps, buffet lunch, and shuttle pickup.
“I'm very torn on how to write this review... Our guide was great- good English, very energetic. Van was comfortable. Temple stop was nice, good information by our guide. I think we stayed too long though. Everyone was just standing around and we could have gotten on the road to the next stop. The cycling…”
All-inclusive luxury cruise in Ha Long Bay with Sung Sot and Luon caves, Titop Island, kayaking or bamboo boat, sunset party, jacuzzi.
“The guide was very good - Mr. Bean - very caring and jovial. Motivated to go to the cave despite me having knee problem. The 1st driver that picked us up from Hanoi Hotel was very slow and was all the time talking on the phone. The second driver got us back in less than…”
2-day luxury Aspira cruise in Halong and Lan Ha Bay with balcony cabins, jacuzzi, kayaking, cave visits, Tai Chi, and gourmet meals.
“Outstanding staff, kayaking was fun, food was perfect, really good company. If you can - try squid fishing !”
A 2-day, small-boat Bai Tu Long cruise from Hanoi with seaview cabins, kayaking at Cap La, cave visits, and all meals included.
“Enjoyed our cruise with Renea Cruises and our engaging host Cong. Kayaking was very enjoyable as was the visit to the caves. Bai Tu Long was much less crowed but still spectacular. Food was good, drinks a little pricey. Tour length was perfect for us, although really only one day, as we left at 12.30…”
Two-day Sapphire Cruise from Hanoi through Lan Ha and Halong Bay with a balcony cabin, kayaking, Dark & Bright Cave, and smooth transfers.
“Power is a wonderful host. Very hospitable and lively. Enjoyed our stay thoroughly Good food and relaxing atmosphere. Recommended.”
From the Old Quarter to Halong Bay, every corner of the north and every way to reach it.
