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Where to Book Evening Sailings: 15 Trips Worth the Crossing

65 tours  ·  from $18 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 evening sailings worth the fare, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Hamburg: 90-Minute Evening Lights Harbor Cruise - The first views: Hamburg glowing after sunset
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Hamburg: 90-Minute Evening Lights Harbor Cruise

1.90-Minute Evening Lights Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,728 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $27Our pick

Join Maritime Circle Line at Landungsbrücken for a 90-minute evening ride on a traditional barge. The German-speaking captain shares harbor stories as you pass Speicherstadt, the Elbphilharmonie, container ships, and glowing terminals. Bring cash for drinks and remember that the Speicherstadt section depends on the tide.

“Was an amazing tour. We had drinks and the guide was extremely funny. Staff was super friendly”

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Paradise Elegance Cruise 2 days 1 night Halong Bay Tour - Private cabins and wooden-boat comfort
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Paradise Elegance Cruise 2 days 1 night Halong Bay Tour

2.Paradise Elegance Cruise 2 days 1 night Halong Bay Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,403 reviews Top rated

Spend two days aboard the Paradise Elegance, a 17-cabin wooden cruise in Ha Long Bay. You get private air-conditioned accommodation, three meals, Tai Chi, Sung Sot Cave, and optional kayaking, Ti Top Island, spa treatments, cooking, and squid fishing.

“What a different a day made. We had an amazing 24 hours during this overnight cruises. Good schedule, good food and good services.”

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Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise - Starting at the Charleston Maritime Center
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Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

3.Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,352 reviews · 1h 30m · from $49

Spend 90 minutes aboard a 1920s Bay-Steamer replica with a live English-speaking captain. You’ll pass Fort Sumter, The Battery, the Ravenel Bridge, Civil and Revolutionary War sites, and more than 75 points of interest. Choose daytime or sunset, with indoor seating, an upper deck, and drinks and snacks for purchase.

“I loved all of it. The boat ride was smooth and the captain was great! I wouldn't improve anything.”

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San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise - Starting at Pier 39 and Dock J
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San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

4.San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,342 reviews · 1 hour 35 minutes (approx.) · from $88

Board Adventure Cat at Pier 39 for a 1-hour-35-minute evening sail across San Francisco Bay. You’ll pass Alcatraz, cruise beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, watch Sausalito and the skyline change in the fading light, and enjoy one beer, wine, or non-alcoholic drink. Bring a jacket and headphones for the multilingual audio guide.

“This was an amazing experience and an excellent way to see the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz! The captain and crew were also excellent. Definitely a must when you’re in San Francisco!”

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San Juan Sunset Harbor Boat Ride - The food and drinks included
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San Juan Sunset Harbor Boat Ride

5.San Juan Sunset Harbor Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,320 reviews · from $109

Sail San Juan Bay at sunset with views of Old San Juan, El Morro, Paseo de la Princesa, and Casa Bacardi. Rafael and the crew mix local stories with music, dancing, rum punch, beer, soft drinks, and light snacks. Hotel pickup may be available, but the boat has no bathroom.

“Amazing boat ride in San Juan! The crew was super friendly, the views were stunning, and the whole experience was relaxing and fun. The captain shared fun facts about the area, pointed out landmarks, and made sure we had great spots for photos.Great music, great vibes definitely a must do when visiting Puerto Rico!”

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From Hanoi: Ha Long - Bai Tu Long Bay 2-Day 1-Night Cruise - The ride from Hanoi to SunWorld Port
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From Hanoi: Ha Long – Bai Tu Long Bay 2-Day 1-Night Cruise

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,113 reviews

Cruise from Hanoi through Ha Long and Bai Tu Long Bays aboard a smaller vessel with an ocean-view cabin. You’ll kayak near Cap La Island, visit Thien Canh Son Cave, swim at Hon Co Island, learn to make nem cuon, and enjoy guidance from staff such as Cong, Hung, Duc, and Peter.

“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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San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran - A small catamaran instead of a floating crowd
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San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

7.San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,097 reviews · 1h 30m · from $90

From Pier 39, Adventure Cat Sailing Charters takes you across San Francisco Bay on a 55- or 65-foot catamaran. Expect Alcatraz, Sausalito, Pier 39 sea lions, and a close pass beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, plus one complimentary drink and a friendly English-speaking crew.

“Such a wonderful transformative experience! I highly recommend the sunset bay cruise offered by this company. It was like having friends who just happened to have a Luxury Catamaran. As a single female traveler I felt included and safe. The crew offers to take photos of you against the scenic backdrops. The first drink is included which is a very nice touch and the crew offers to bring you the drinks. Another wonderful touch is the squall jackets available for guests to wear because it gets a bit chilly on the bay. I took one of the big boat cruises at the beginning of my trip and this one was…”

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Halong Bay Cruise 2 days 1 night from Hanoi included transfer - Your first afternoon on Halong Bay
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Halong Bay Cruise 2 days 1 night from Hanoi included transfer

8.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 a night among Halong Bay’s limestone islands. You’ll visit a cave and beach, kayak, eat Vietnamese seafood, join a cooking class, and wake for sunrise or tai chi. Cabins, meals, water, and Hanoi transfer are included.

“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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Best Lan Ha Bay Cat Ba Cruise 2 Days 1 Night Less touristy - Day one: entering Lan Ha Bay
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Best Lan Ha Bay Cat Ba Cruise 2 Days 1 Night Less touristy

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

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

Cruise through Lan Ha Bay’s limestone islets, swim at Ba Trai Dao, kayak beneath karsts, and cycle or explore Viet Hai Village. The trip runs about two days and one night from Hanoi, with shared cabins, meals, and groups capped at 25. Guides may include Tony, Hai, or Shin.

“Amazing tour. Itinerary was perfect and our tour guide Tony was great. The scenery is absolutely stunning. Only negative aside from the usual tourist trap bus stops along the way (unavoidable unless you book private transport) was the food oRead more”

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Palma Bay: Boat Tour with BBQ, Snorkelling, & Sunset Option - Leaving Can Pastilla and seeing Palma from the water
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Palma Bay: Boat Tour with BBQ, Snorkelling, & Sunset Option

10.Palma Bay: Boat Tour with BBQ, Snorkelling, & Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,047 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Spend three hours aboard the Super Delfin Verde from Palma Bay, swimming near Cala Vella or the marine reserve, eating a BBQ meal, and enjoying music with crew members such as Roger, Juan Diego, and Santi. Choose a daytime cruise or a sunset sailing, with snorkeling gear and one drink included.

“Very nice trip with the boat and the crew is very attentive. It would have been great if it was longer than only 3 hour and staying at more bays to spend some more time swiming but anyway it was very good to have lunch and drinks.”

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2 Hour Champagne Sunset Cruise from Grace Bay, Providenciales (Adult Only) - Two Hours Along the White Sand Coast
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2 Hour Champagne Sunset Cruise from Grace Bay, Providenciales (Adult Only)

11.2 Hour Champagne Sunset Cruise from Grace Bay, Providenciales (Adult Only)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,010 reviews · from $121

Board the 48-foot Island Magic from Grace Bay for a two-hour, adults-only sunset sail. Sip Champagne, wine, beer, or rum punch, snack on conch fritters, and watch the reef, coastline, and sunset with music from the crew.

“Ocean Vibes is a great tour company. Special shoutout to Reggie! Conch apps were spectacular. Definitely let them take your photo!”

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Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise - Pier 33 and the short ride to Alcatraz
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Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

12.Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 969 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $139

Visit Alcatraz by day or night with round-trip ferry service from Pier 33, a 45-minute audio tour, and time to explore the island. Add a separate 60-minute Blue & Gold Fleet cruise from Pier 39 for skyline views, sea lions, and a ride under the Golden Gate Bridge.

“Alcatraz visit is excellent, would recommend. However the evening SF Bay cruise was a little disappointing. We couldn’t hear the history being told as the boat engines were loud and there was too many young screaming children for my liking”

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1 night Halong Bay Cruise-Titov Island,Surprise Cave,kayak,meals - Lunch among Ha Long Bay’s famous rock formations
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1 night Halong Bay Cruise-Titov Island,Surprise Cave,kayak,meals

13.1 night Halong Bay Cruise-Titov Island,Surprise Cave,kayak,meals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 855 reviews · from $135

Spend two days on Ha Long Bay with a small group of up to 22 people. Kayak or take a local rowing boat through Luon Cave, visit Titov Island and Surprise Cave, enjoy included meals, and sleep in an air-conditioned cabin. Guides such as Alex and Bobby have earned strong praise for their care and energy.

“The Lavender Elegance Cruise was more than I expected, the boat is realy nice, the rooms were great, the crew in the boat was nice and Alex the tour operator was awesome. Alex was the person who picked us up from the hotel and helpeRead more”

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From Hanoi: 2-Day & 1 Night Halong Bay Tour - Day one: seafood, rock formations, and Luon Cave
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From Hanoi: 2-Day & 1 Night Halong Bay Tour

14.2-Day & 1 Night Halong Bay Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 801 reviews · from $140

Travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Ha Long Bay for a one-night cruise on a 4-star junk boat. Visit Surprise Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat at Luon Cave, swim at Ti Top Island, enjoy seafood meals, and make Vietnamese spring rolls with an English-speaking guide such as Dan, Sea, or Tinh.

“I’d like to congratulate the guide, very understandable English and explained a lot detailed stuff about Vietnam”

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Halong Bay 2 Days 1 Night Traditional Boat - Day one: Sung Sot Cave and the first look at the bay
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Halong Bay 2 Days 1 Night Traditional Boat

15.Halong Bay 2 Days 1 Night Traditional Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 710 reviews · from $98

Spend one night aboard a traditional Halong Bay boat from Hanoi, with Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, and Luon Cave on the route. You get shared twin or triple cabins, two lunches, dinner, and breakfast. Check the extra entrance and kayaking charge before booking, and confirm room needs with guide Mickey.

“From the get go a bad experience. We were picked up late and made to sit away from each on a full bus. We were picked up last. Then we were given the wrong rooms on the boat.. we needed 3 singles.. instead the guide Mickey gave iRead more”

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All-Inclusive 2 Day/1 Night Halong Luxury Cruise, Meals, Cave, Kayaking,Swimming - Day one: Bai Tu Long, Halong Bay, and the first views
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All-Inclusive 2 Day/1 Night Halong Luxury Cruise, Meals, Cave, Kayaking,Swimming

17★ 5.0All-Inclusive 2 Day/1 Night Halong Luxury Cruise, Meals, Cave, Kayaking,SwimmingFrom $50668 reviews

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