Top 15 2-Day Experiences from Hanoi

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

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

Spend 2 days and 1 night aboard Amanda Cruise, with Hanoi pickup, meals, a private sea-view cabin, kayaking, swimming, cave visits, Ti Top Island, Tai Chi, and squid fishing. Check your boat and route carefully, since Amanda and Amanda Luxury offer different experiences.

“Pick up was as per planned. We arrived at a waiting terminal for an hour and a half before boarding boat. Had lunch which was nice and then we got our keys to our room. Room was okay but not five star. We went on our excursion for thRead more”

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

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

Cruise from Hanoi through Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay in a private balcony cabin with meals, kayaking, cave visits, swimming, tai chi, spring-roll making, and squid fishing. Your guide may be Mr Dong, Jackie, Mike, or Tom, depending on the boat assigned.

“The activities were great really good mix. A little bit more time for swimming and kajaking would have been awesome.”

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

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

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by air-conditioned bus, then trek through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai with a local English-speaking guide. Sleep in a village bungalow or stilt-house dorm, eat simple local meals, and return to Hanoi after a second day on the trails.

“Very good trip - Su was a very good host and the trip was well planned. Ta Van village is incredibly beautiful too. Would recommend.”

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4.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 Cruises between Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay, with an overnight suite, Vietnamese meals, kayaking, bamboo boats, cooking, squid fishing, and sunrise views. The cruise departs from Got Pier, with Hanoi limousine transfers available for an added fee.

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

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

Cruise Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay aboard Doris Cruise, with a private balcony, onboard meals, kayaking or rowing, swimming, a cave visit, tai chi, and a cooking class. Emily, Mona, Jessica, and other English-speaking staff help keep the trip organized from Hanoi to the bay and back.

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

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

Spend one night aboard Cozy Bay Cruise with a maximum of 23 passengers. From Hanoi, you’ll visit Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island, kayak, cook spring rolls, watch sunset, fish for squid, and return by expressway. Guides such as Tam, James, Michael, and Tony lead the trip.

“This trip was absolutely breathtaking, the views of the islands were stunning. The boat we stayed on was lovely, rooms were nice and clean, food on the boat fantastic and what to say about the staff friendly, polite and Charlie our guide was brilliant. Don’t miss a trip it’s well worth it.”

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7.All inclusive Bhaya 2-Day Halong Bay Tour

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

You’ll cruise Ha Long Bay aboard Bhaya Cruises for one night, with meals, a cabin, cave visits, kayaking options, cooking, Tai Chi, and squid fishing. Choose Hanoi pickup or meet at Ha Long’s Bhaya Cruise Center. Staff such as Dinh Quoc Huy and Tom help keep the trip organized.

“First of all the boat on the picture is not the one you go on. They have different ones but no one's with the brown sails anymore. Does not matter because the trip was amazing. Pick up was on time. They unfortunately stop at a pearl farm foRead more”

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8.2-Day Luxury Halong Bay Aspira Cruise from Hanoi

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

Spend one night aboard the 5-star Aspira Cruise, sailing Halong and Lan Ha bays from Tuan Chau. Expect a private balcony, sea-view bathtub, four meals, kayaking or a bamboo boat ride, Tai Chi, cooking, squid fishing, and an English-speaking guide. Hanoi transfers cost extra.

“Large spacious cabin with jacuzzi bath and large balcony area Excellent food , lots of choice and plentiful food Staff helpful and welcoming”

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

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

Spend one night in a private balcony cabin aboard a 5-star cruise through Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay. From Hanoi, you’ll kayak, swim, visit a cave, join a cooking class, watch sunset, and wake to Tai Chi. Lucas coordinates many bookings, while onboard hosts such as Lee and Dan may guide your stay.

“The whole arrangement was fantastic. Mr. Lucas was in touch throughout the whole trip and made sure that we were picked up and dropped off at our accommodations in Hanoi on time and that our trip was comfortable. Lee, who was our cruise manager, was charismatic and accommodating. He planned out a comfortable pace and fun activities to do on the cruise.”

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

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

Leave Hanoi at 9:00 am for a two-day Orchid Cruises voyage through Lan Ha and Halong Bays. Expect a private balcony cabin, included meals and entrance fees, Tai Chi, kayaking, a cave visit, and a cooking class. Drinks cost extra, and pickup is limited to Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

“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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11.Ha Long – Bai Tu Long Bay 2-Day 1-Night Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,113 reviews

Travel from Hanoi to Bai Tu Long Bay on a small overnight cruise with an ocean-view cabin, kayaking at Cap La Island, Thien Canh Son Cave, swimming, Tai Chi, and Vietnamese cooking. Guides such as Cong, Hung, Duc, and Tony lead the activities, while the crew handles meals and cabin service.

“An EXCEPTIONAL tour!! The entire staff was extremely kind, professional, and attentive, especially our cruise manager, Peter, who made the entire experience exceed our expectations. He was friendly, hard working, had a great sense of humor, and went above and beyond to make it a special experience for everyone on board. All of the activities were scheduled with a perfect amount of rest and fun— We especially loved the 6am Tai Chi led by Peter on the top deck! This trip is perfect for everyone: solo travelers, families with kids, couples, groups, and more. We HIGHLY recommend booking this for your visit to Halong Bay where you can truly experience…”

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12.Halong Bay Cruise 2 days 1 night from Hanoi included transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,061 reviews · from $168

Leave Hanoi’s Old Quarter by shuttle and spend two days among Halong Bay’s limestone islands. You’ll sleep in a private cabin, kayak, visit a cave and beach, eat Vietnamese meals, and join a cooking class. The group can reach 30 people, with smaller boats possible depending on the cruise assigned.

“Reviewing operator, ship and guide that you would get while booking this one, and this is not a review of HaLong Bay itself (that is beautiful depending on weather). Tour operator BestPrice Travel., JSC booked me to a cruise ship that looks Read more”

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13.Best Lan Ha Bay Cat Ba Cruise 2 Days 1 Night Less touristy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,055 reviews · from $87

Travel from Hanoi to Lan Ha Bay for a 2-day, 1-night cruise through limestone islets and quiet coves. You’ll swim at Ba Trai Dao, visit Viet Hai Village, and may kayak or bike for an extra fee. Guides such as Tony, Hai, and Shin are noted for friendly, helpful service.

“First off all, the landscape is amazing. You will start to see nice views as soon as boat leaves the port. We were in the boat called ‘Sunlight Cruise 68’. Staff on the boat and our guide was very friendly and helpful in every way. Shared a lot of information. The food on the boat was excellent. They had provided with many varieties. The prices for extra drinks purchased were not bad. Rooms were in good shape, don’t expect a luxury suit. It’s value for money. If you are traveling solo, and want a room for yourself, you need to pay extra. Else they’ll pair you with another person or…”

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14.Sapa 2 Days 1 Night Overnight At Homestay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 899 reviews · from $89

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by VIP cabin bus, then hike through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Giang Ta Chai, and Su Pan. You’ll sleep in a private Ta Van homestay room, join a cooking class, eat four included meals, and trek with a local English-speaking guide in a group of up to 12.

“We had an amazing tour with Mao! She looked after us and shared her experience of her home village and traditional life of the Mung people during our trek! She is an incredible woman I couldn't recommend enough!”

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15.Swan Cruises Ha Long & Bai Tu Long Bay 2D1N – Thien Canh Son Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 860 reviews · from $170

Travel from Hanoi to Bai Tu Long Bay on a two-day Swan Cruises trip with a deluxe seaview cabin, meals, kayaking at Cap La Island, Thien Canh Son Cave, tai chi, and a Vietnamese cooking class. Guides such as Tommy and Sunday have helped make the cruise especially enjoyable.

“Our guide Tommy was by far the best aspect of this trip. He was smart and funny with a keen interest in geology, zoology angle geo politics, he was able to identify squid and a flying fish in the waters surrounding our boat and was ablRead more”

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