!!! How to choose THE BEST Halong Bay Cruise? Learn More »   Halong Bay Cruise Price »
Got a question? (+84) 916 952 668

What is Halong Bay Cruise?

You choose a Halong Bay Cruise for spending your precious time on exploring and experiencing the exciting strange land, where is believed we will be got the unforgettable impression. What an exotic landmark!

Halong Bay

Onboarding the boat of a floating journey, you seem to be overwhelmed by natural beauty where mountain lakes are closely integrating. That is why Halong Bay Cruise is increasingly becoming a great option for travelers to travel in Vietnam.

1. Halong Bay Location

Halong Bay is located in northeastern Vietnam, is part of the Gulf of Tonkin including a marine part of Cam Pha Town and Van Don island district, about 150km far from Hanoi. The travel time from Hanoi center to Halong city is around 3.5 – 4 hours by national roads, but it is recently reduced to 2 – 2.5 hours due to the operation of the new expressways Hanoi – Hai Phong – Halong that makes it more convenient and comfortable to visit Halong Bay.

On December 17th, 1994, during the 18th session of the World Heritage Council of UNESCO held in Thailand, Halong Bay was officially recognized as a Natural Heritage, which claims the value of global World Heritage.

Halong Bay

2. Traveling on a Halong Bay Cruise

Halong Bay is formulated by more than two thousand limestone islands and islets strewn on the blue claim water; therefore, the best way to explore the captivating beauty of this natural wonder is sailing on a cruise deep into the bay. From the cruise, tourists can easily grasp and capture the pristine beauty and essence of Halong Bay at a very close distance.

The cruises are divided into mainly two types including day boats and overnight boats. Each Halong Bay Cruise has an assigned itinerary and cruise terminal controlled by the local authorities. There are three ports that all cruises embark from, including Tuan Chau Marina, Hon Gai Port (both in Halong City), and Got Ferry Port (in Hai Phong). The cruises from these ports will explore different parts of Halong Bay with various attractions. Guests after arriving at the port will complete check-in procedures on board and start the discovery of the natural scenery.

Tuan Chau Marina

3. Halong Bay Main Attractions

Halong Bay owns the karst cave topography, the limestone islands, and islets. The vast majestic mountains surround the emerald gulf. The stones carry the unique shape of which characteristics are associated with rustic homely names from truly physical characteristics or origins.

From the cruise terminal, tourists take 4km to visit Thien Cung Cave. It is located on the island of Dau Go. The inside cave is a naturally aesthetic architecture, bringing the beauty of nature.

Thien Cung Cave

Dinh Huong Stone sits across the middle of the Bay, it is very similar to leaf shield. When the tide is out, the stone reveals as a 4-foot meandering censer. Passing through Dinh Huong rock, approximately 1 km, visitors will see two stones looking like the shape of two chicken with wings lifted together on the sea, known as Fighting Cock.

Chopstick Rock is a high rocky mountain round about 40 meters, looking like its previous natural exposure. In addition, there are other gulf islands such as Cat Ba Island and Monkey Island.

Another must-see site is Sung Sot Cave, first called by Frech name Grotte de la surprise. It is located in the center of the World Heritage, Halong Bay, on Bo Hon Island.  This attraction is considered one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay.

Titov Beach

There are also plenty of outdoor activities for customers such as swimming, kayaking, hiking, following the cruise route in the heart of the heritage area: Sung Sot Cave - Titov Beach - Me Cung Cave - Luon Cave and Bo Nau Cave

4. Choosing a Halong Bay Cruise

All of Halong Bay Cruises are built of iron or wood in which most wooden cruises are old boats sailing for years. Due to the safety requirements from the local authorities, all new boats are steel/iron vessels with white-painted cover and modern facilities. Each cruise can include many cabins and until now, the newest is President Cruise with 46 cabins. For family holidays or visitors who love the privacy and do not like to share with everyone else, a small private boat with 2 – 6 cabins can be a great option. You can check out the Family Halong Bay Cruises or Private Halong Bay Cruises collections on our website for reference. 

Family Halong Bay Cruises

On the cruises, the facilities and amenities are fully equipped and well-displayed from the public space to the cabins. Besides restaurant and bar areas, the cruises also provide beauty care services (sauna, foot and body massage), Karaoke or movie room, and morning Tai Chi class on Sundeck.

The outdoor recreation is almost the same on the cruises. The most popular activities are kayaking, cave exploring, swimming and hiking on the bay islands. Tourists can also spend time on squid fishing at night or playing small board games offered by the crew team.

Halong Bay Cruises

Halong Bay is a natural maze of limestone islets that you should never miss if you have a vacation to Vietnam as taking a Halong Bay Cruise is a fun and relaxing experience. We hope that the above information helps you understand more about cruising in Halong Bay. If you want more information, check out our articles about Halong Bay or contact our Cruises Expert Team for any inquiry.

Halong Bay Cruise: Onboard Wi-fi and Phone Connections
Halong Bay Cruise: Onboard Wi-fi and Phone Connections

A lot of passengers wonder about wifi and phone signals onboard Halong Bay Cruises as traveling doesn’t mean that you lost connections with the...

First-Hand Experience On Halong Bay Kayaking
First-Hand Experience On Halong Bay Kayaking

In addition to swimming, climbing, and visiting some well-known caves, kayaking is one of the most popular activities to explore when you get the...

Easy Guide To Choose The Best Halong Bay Cruise
Easy Guide To Choose The Best Halong Bay Cruise

As Halong Bay is one of the top tourism locations in Vietnam and there are a variety of cruises available in the area, including half-day, full day,...

How To Get To Halong Bay From 3 Nearby Airports
How To Get To Halong Bay From 3 Nearby Airports

Most tourists choose to travel from Hanoi Old Quarter to Halong Bay via the transportation service that the cruise line or their hotel offers. But...

9 Best Reasons Why You Should Book a Halong Bay Cruise
9 Best Reasons Why You Should Book a Halong Bay Cruise

Halong Bay is a very famous place for tourists in Vietnam, with its unique landscape of rock islands and stunning sandy beaches. If you’re planning...

Should You Visit Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay?
Should You Visit Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay?

While Halong Bay is one of the most well-known natural wonders in the world, Lan Ha Bay is a stunning natural beauty without a name on the travel...

Halong Bay Cruise Packing List & Important Notes
Halong Bay Cruise Packing List & Important Notes

When it comes to packing for a trip, it always seems that we may forget at least one thing to put in the bag. And for many travelers, packing for a...

How To Plan A Trip To Halong Bay
How To Plan A Trip To Halong Bay

Nestled in the Gulf of Tonkin, Halong Bay is a mesmerizing natural wonder and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Vietnam. With its emerald waters,...

LATEST UPDATES ON VIETNAM VISA
LATEST UPDATES ON VIETNAM VISA

With many travelers, the application for a visa is the hardest part when they prepare for a trip. And for foreign visitors to Vietnam, the visa issue...

Top 7 Best Islands in Halong Bay: A Paradise Within Vietnam's Jewel
Top 7 Best Islands in Halong Bay: A Paradise Within Vietnam's Jewel

Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a mesmerizing destination in Vietnam known for its stunning natural landscapes. Within this picturesque...

All Caves in Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay You Should Visit
All Caves in Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay You Should Visit

Halong Bay and its neighboring Lan Ha Bay are renowned for their stunning natural beauty and unique karst landscapes. Among the many attractions in...

The Best Experiences when you take a Halong Bay Cruise
The Best Experiences when you take a Halong Bay Cruise

Halong Bay is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Vietnam. This natural wonder, located in the Gulf of Tonkin, is famous for its emerald...

What is Halong Bay Overnight Cruise? Best Halong Bay Overnight Cruises Recommended for your trip
What is Halong Bay Overnight Cruise? Best Halong Bay Overnight Cruises Recommended for your trip

Halong Bay is a breathtakingly beautiful destination located in northeastern Vietnam. Well-known for the stunning limestone cliffs, crystal-clear...

What is a Luxury Halong Bay Cruise? Best Luxury Halong Bay Cruises Recommended for your trip
What is a Luxury Halong Bay Cruise? Best Luxury Halong Bay Cruises Recommended for your trip

With a backdrop of towering limestone karsts and emerald green waters, Halong Bay is one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world that is...

How To Choose the Best Halong Bay Cruise?
How To Choose the Best Halong Bay Cruise?

Once you decide to experience a Halong Bay Cruise for your vacation, you then know it’s a long and overwhelming process to choose the best cruise...

Top 10 Reasons to Choose a Halong Bay Cruise
Top 10 Reasons to Choose a Halong Bay Cruise

Halong Bay, located in the northern part of Vietnam, is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful places in the world for its emerald waters, towering...

Halong Bay Cruise Prices: Tips & Suggestions
Halong Bay Cruise Prices: Tips & Suggestions

Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Natural Wonder located in the Gulf of Tonkin in northeast Vietnam. Known for its emerald waters,...

Top 6 Best Halong Bay Cruises 2023
Top 6 Best Halong Bay Cruises 2023

After a two-year hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Halong Bay reopens and welcomes international tourists. It is time to come back to the...

Best Places That Halong Bay Cruises Glide Through
Best Places That Halong Bay Cruises Glide Through

After reopening to international tourism, Halong Bay Cruises welcome back many foreign tourists to explore the Bay's mysterious and majestic beauty,...

Top 10 Best New Halong Bay Cruises 2023
Top 10 Best New Halong Bay Cruises 2023

After the reopening of Vietnam tourism, Halong Bay comes back strongly as one of the hottest travel hubs of the country with many new choices of...

Being Halong bay cruise experts with over 10 years of experience. Let us help you!

Halong Bay Cruises team is grateful to bring you a cruise vacation that will exceed your greatest expectations and offer you exceptional value. With the confidence and knowledge to find the right Halong bay cruise choice, we are always here to listen and arrange everything as your desire. Don't hesitate to send us your requests. We will send you the best offers shortly!

Call us Whatsapp Booking
Loading...