15 Three-Day Cruises Worth Booking, Wherever You Sail

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, or choose 3 days and 2 nights, aboard Amanda Cruise from Hanoi. Expect a seaview cabin, meals, kayaking, caves, Ti Top Island, Tai Chi, cooking, and squid fishing. Confirm the exact boat and route, since Amanda, Amanda Luxury, and Hera Grand options differ.

“The room we got has nothing to do with the picture in the advertisement which is a generic picture. The boat is nice but definitely not 5 stars. I will give Amanda cruise 3 stars maximum. The ad is deceiving.”

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2.3-Day Ninh Binh, Ha Long, & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,401 reviews · from $313

Travel from Hanoi to Bai Dinh, Trang An, and Mua Cave, then spend a night in a 5-star cruise cabin with a private balcony in Lan Ha Bay. Expect English-speaking guides such as Peter or James, Vietnamese meals, kayaking, swimming, Tai Chi, and careful WhatsApp support from Jessica.

“Great range of activities and sight seeing. Really got to see a lot of the region. The pagoda and bamboo boat ride in Ninh Binh were wonderful. Our boat on the bay was excellent. The food quality, room quality and staff were exceptional. Transfer coaches were good although the coach on the way home was a little worn. Would highly recommend this tour.”

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3.Mon Chéri Cruises 5 star: Amazing 3 days exploring Halong & Cat Ba island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,280 reviews · from $360

Spend three days and two nights aboard the five-star Mon Chéri yacht, visiting Lan Ha Bay, Halong Bay, and Cat Ba Island. Expect private balcony cabins, included meals, kayaking, swimming, caves, Tai Chi, live music, and a crew known for attentive service. Hanoi limousine transfers cost extra.

“The Mon Chéri cruise is an absolute must-do for three days and two nights. You’ll get so much more out of it. Everyone was incredibly friendly and attentive throughout the trip. The views were spectacular, and we cruised to several different Read more”

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4.Paradise Elegance Cruise 3 days 2 nights Halong Bay Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,154 reviews

Spend three days aboard Paradise Elegance Cruise among Halong Bay’s limestone karsts. You’ll visit Ti Top Island, Tien Ong Cave, Sung Sot Cave, and Cua Van Floating Village, with meals, Tai Chi, a pool, and air-conditioned ensuite cabins included. Hanoi transfers cost extra.

“We were on the 2 night/3 day cruise in the Captain’s View cabin. The programme was fairly busy and sights on 1st and 3rd day were extremely overcrowded. It was fantastic to have a chance to explore the bay on the second day on a smallRead more”

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5.3-Day Ninh Binh Trip and Ha Long Bay 5-Star Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 884 reviews

This three-day trip pairs Ninh Binh’s Hoa Lu, Trang An, and Hang Mua with a five-star Ha Long or Lan Ha Bay cruise. Expect hotel pickup, guides such as Mr Ha, Alex, or Nancy, kayaking, meals, a private balcony cabin, and a bathtub.

“Tour guides all very friendly & helpful. All very well organised, organisers went above and beyond and made it very special trip for us celebrating special occasion.”

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6.Doris Cruise 5 star cruise 3 days visiting Halong – Lan Ha Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 652 reviews · from $425

Join Doris Cruise from Hanoi for three days around Lan Ha Bay, with kayaking, bamboo boats, Viet Hai Village by bicycle, Three Peaches Beach, Dark and Bright Cave, meals, and two nights in an air-conditioned cabin. The cruise carries up to 54 people.

“A great 2 night. Lots of activities, great food and plenty of it. The views are stunning. The staff are amazing. A shout out to Lucien aka as Michael McIntyre”

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7.All Inclusive 3-Day 2-Night explore Ha Long Bay with Au Co Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 648 reviews · from $388

Cruise Vietnam’s Gulf of Tonkin for two nights aboard Au Co, with cabin accommodation, meals, kayaking, Viet Hai Village, Cua Van Floating Village, Sung Sot Cave, Tai Chi, and optional Hanoi transfers by bus or seaplane.

“excellent tour, wonderful boat. excellent food ! worth the rather high price.... just wish they could clean out all the rubbish that floats around the bay.”

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8.3-Day Hanoi-Ninh Binh-Halong-Lan Ha Bay 5 Star Cruise & Balcony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 485 reviews · from $265

You travel from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc or Trang An, Mua Cave, and Bai Dinh Pagoda, then continue to a one-night Ha Long or Lan Ha Bay cruise. Expect changing guides and possibly changing groups, but comfortable transfers, a private balcony cabin, kayaking, tai chi, meals, and strong local support.

“10 Stars to Ms. Pineapple at Ninh Binh Bungalow for taking care of everything f that we asked, 10 Stars to Mr. James, our Tour guide for entire day 1 support. He was very kind. 10 Stars to Mr. Morning, the guide on the cruise. 10 Stars to Mr. Tam, the chef on the cruise. 10 Stars to Ms. Lilly for taking full attention to bring the food that we requested. Top quality service, Personal care taken in all places, If you are an Indian Vegetarian Foodie but do not prefer eggs, mushrooms, garlic & onion - please book this trip and they will take care of you. We traveled…”

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9.All-Inclusive 3 Day/2 Night Halong Luxury Cruise Meals, Cave, Kayaking, Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 346 reviews · from $290

Spend two nights aboard a Halong Bay cruise with Hanoi pickup, private balcony cabin options, full meals, cave visits, kayaking, swimming, Tai Chi, cooking, and squid fishing. Routes may use Halong, Lan Ha, or Bai Tu Long Bay, with guides and managers such as Kenny, Ha, and Tim praised for attentive service.

“We were disappointed with the room as there were not exactly like the pictures . We had booked the highest priced cruise and unfortunately we were not given the name of the ship before 24 hrs of departure. The first day was so busy and crowded but the second day it was magical . We were a small group and we went to less touristy places . The food was amazing as was the staff . There are no activities after dinner except for the squid fishing which was lame . No tv working so evenings were boring . I think that the fact that the ship caters to 1…”

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10.Peony Cruise : Unique 3 Days 2 Nights – Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 307 reviews · from $719

Sail for 3 days and 2 nights through Lan Ha Bay aboard a 20-cabin Peony Cruise ship. Enjoy kayaking, swimming, tai chi, a cooking class, Viet Hai Village, and Trung Trang Cave, with meals included. Staff members such as Harry, John, Mario, and Tom have earned special praise for attentive service.

“Very great cruise. Food was amazing on board ! And service is excellent especially with Mario. The room was well decorated, enough big and with amazing set up”

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11.Halong Explorer 3-Day Deluxe Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 184 reviews · from $255

Spend two nights aboard Phoenix Cruise, traveling from Hanoi through Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay. You will kayak at Luon Cave and Ba Trai Dao Beach, visit Titop Island and Sung Sot Cave, eat Vietnamese seafood, make spring rolls, and try night squid fishing. The guide may be named Sea.

“Activities were great. However, I would have liked more swimming opportunities, especially in the hotter weather.”

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12.3-Day Lan Ha Bay & Viet Hai 5★ Cruise + Free Hanoi Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 158 reviews

You spend two nights aboard a five-star Lan Ha Bay cruise, with meals, Tai Chi, kayaking, cave visits, cooking, and a day trip to Viet Hai Village. Cruise managers such as Ha and Nancy may be assigned, though the boat depends on availability. Hanoi pickup is free for eligible stays through September 2025.

“Mr Ha was a lovely host. Very accommodating. The food was incredibly selic6and the staff were very kind. Definitely recommend!”

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13.Luxury Cruise 5 star Top Tier Lan Ha bay 2D1N/ 3D2N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · from $205

Spend two or three days cruising Lan Ha Bay from Hanoi, with cave visits, kayaking, swimming, Tai Chi, and optional Viet Hai cycling. Guides such as Huy, Victor, and Taylor are praised for attentive service. Check the exact boat and duration before booking.

“Mixed feelings about this cruise. While the staff and food were great.”

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14.3D2N Halong Bay – The Explorer Journey with Grand Pioneers Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 135 reviews · from $514

Spend 3 days and 2 nights aboard Grand Pioneers Cruise in Ha Long Bay, with Sung Sot and Luon caves, kayaking near Trinh Nu or Trong Cave, Ba Trai Dao beach time, and a pearl farm visit. Guides and attentive staff, including names such as Yung, Dien, Alice, and Lucie, help keep the trip smooth.

“Excellent accommodation, spotless (Executive suite). Food: excellent, good variety and for the vegetarian in the group (me), they went out of way having options. And more than you would want! Staff, both good service and local guides, exRead more”

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15.From Lan Ha Bay: 3-Day 2-Night Cruise with Meals & Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 131 reviews · from $272

Spend two nights aboard V’Spirit Cruises between Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay. You’ll kayak at Tra Bau, visit Viet Hai village, see Bright Cave by boat, swim near Ba Trai Dao, and enjoy balcony-cabin comfort. Guides such as Victor, Andy, Tony, and Dan are known for clear, friendly service.

“In this tour, there are many staff, tour guides, some of them are very experienced and new but they were all very good. They were smiling and pleasant all the time. It was a fun and memorable experience for me so far! Highly recommended! Transportation was very good. Stress free. For the 1st day, it was Bobbi. He was very funny smiley and organized. He kept on reminding us about the itinerary for the next few hours which is really important so that we are aware about what’s happening. I enjoyed the boat ride. Cooking lesson was fun. The vodka prawn cooking show was also interesting. Delicious too! Taichi lesson…”

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