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Where to Sleep on the Water: the 15 Best Overnight Bay Cruises

26 tours  ·  from $55 a head

Staying out means seeing the bay after the day fleet has gone home - dinner at anchor, squid fishing off the stern, the karsts at first light. These 15 compare cabins, itineraries and how far from the crowd each boat actually goes.

Amanda Cruise - Ha Long, Lan Ha Bay - All Inclusive 2D1N & 3D2N - Hang Luon Cave is the hands-on part of the day
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Amanda Cruise – Ha Long, Lan Ha Bay – All Inclusive 2D1N & 3D2N

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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Featured: All-Inclusive OVERNIGHT Halong Cruises - many options - Choosing between Ha Long, Lan Ha, and Bai Tu Long
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Featured: All-Inclusive OVERNIGHT Halong Cruises – many options

2.Featured: All-Inclusive OVERNIGHT Halong Cruises – many options

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,490 reviews · from $149

Choose a one-night cruise through Ha Long, Lan Ha, or Bai Tu Long Bay, with an air-conditioned private cabin, meals, Hanoi transfers, and guided excursions. Depending on your route, you may kayak, visit caves, hike Titop Island, ride a bamboo boat, or cycle on Cat Ba Island.

“Unfortunately this tour was a complete tourist trap and not worth the money. The main stops (the cave and Titop Island) were overcrowded and not impressive — we waited around 20–40 minutes just to get into the cave, and it definitely wasRead more”

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Top Tier: Overnight Ha Long Bay Cruise 5-Star, Balcony Cabin-2D1N

3.Top Tier: Overnight Ha Long Bay Cruise 5-Star, Balcony Cabin-2D1N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,251 reviews · from $174

Cruise from Hanoi to Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay aboard an Aspira 5-star ship, with a private balcony cabin and bathtub. You can kayak, ride a local rowing boat, join a cooking class, practice tai chi, fish for squid, and wake to limestone islands outside your window. Hanoi pickup is available for an extra fee.

“Highly recommend this booking. It was perfect for a short yet immersive trip to Lang Ha bay. The staff were welcoming and attentive. We were picked up and dropped off from and to our hotel by their bus service which was very convenient. Read more”

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Swan Cruises Ha Long & Bai Tu Long Bay 2D1N - Thien Canh Son Cave - A cabin, meals, and the value of the $170 price
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Swan Cruises Ha Long & Bai Tu Long Bay 2D1N – Thien Canh Son Cave

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

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

Spend two days aboard Swan Cruises from Hanoi, sailing the quieter Bai Tu Long Bay. Expect kayaking at Cap La Island, Thien Canh Son Cave, tai chi, a cooking lesson, full meals, and a deluxe seaview cabin. Guides such as Tommy and Sunday have been especially memorable.

“Bai Tu Long Bay is beautiful, the cruise staff were extremely attentive and our guide Sunday was excellent. We decided to not participate in the activity ( Kayaking, cave visit ) as it was too cold. Because of this we had the entire boat to ourselRead more”

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Overnight Halong Bay-Lan Ha Bay Cruise with V’Spirit Cruises

5.Overnight Halong Bay-Lan Ha Bay Cruise with V’Spirit Cruises

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 834 reviews · from $135

Spend two days aboard a V’Spirit junk in Halong and Lan Ha Bay. You’ll kayak at Tra Bau, visit Cat Ba Island, join tai chi and a cooking class, and enjoy four meals. Guide Hai has earned praise for attentive care. Confirm Hanoi transfer details before booking.

“This was for sure bucket list for me and the cruise with V’Spirit did not disappoint. The small group lent itself to a cozy feel on board. The staff was super attentive. We lucked out with good weather and even a little sunshine in December. TRead more”

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Halong Pandora 5 Star Cruise 2D1N-All Inclusive, cave, transfer - From Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Tuan Chau Wharf
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Halong Pandora 5 Star Cruise 2D1N-All Inclusive, cave, transfer

6.Halong Pandora 5 Star Cruise 2D1N-All Inclusive, cave, transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 796 reviews · from $160

Spend one night in a private ocean-view cabin while cruising Halong and Lan Ha bays. The package includes Hanoi transfers, meals, kayaking, a cave visit, cooking class, Tai Chi, squid fishing, and sunset activities. Guides may include Lee, Tao, Kevin, Cody, or Peter.

“Kevin was a great tour guide! He was very knowledgeable and very humorous while being extremely professional. I would recommend Kevin be given a pay raise. The activities were very fun and safe. We totally love the foods that were provided to us during our cruise. I highly recommend all foreign tourists to enjoy the LA Pandora Cruise if anyone ever come to Vietnam.”

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Overnight Halong Bay Cruise on the Starlight - Sunset, happy hour, and life on deck
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Overnight Halong Bay Cruise on the Starlight

7.Overnight Halong Bay Cruise on the Starlight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 729 reviews · from $188

Spend two days aboard the Starlight in Halong Bay, with full-board meals, a Jacuzzi cabin, Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, Luon Cave, kayaking or a bamboo boat, tai chi, and cooking activities. Hanoi Old Quarter pickup is available for an extra fee.

“They Halong Bay looks nice,but crowded with up to 50 boats of different size means thousands of tourists clogging sites and beaches and trashing the environment. Our staff,food and boat was excellent. Nice big cabin with balcony. Good service.”

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Overnight Bio Bay Kayak Tour in Vieques Island - From mangroves to the sunset beach
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Overnight Bio Bay Kayak Tour in Vieques Island

8.Overnight Bio Bay Kayak Tour in Vieques Island

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 549 reviews · from $65

Meet at Trade Winds in Esperanza 30 minutes early, then ride to Vieques’ bioluminescent bay. You’ll kayak through mangroves, pause at a beach near sunset, and paddle back as the water glows. Guides such as Adel, Deon, and Dillon are praised for clear instruction and lively commentary.

“The tour time was moved due to moonlight and we didn't have service so we showed up to our reservation on time but no one was coming for us. Luckily we got service and talked to the tour guide and they initiated a refund.”

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Sena Cruises Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay 2D1N Luxury Boutique Tour

9.Sena Cruises Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay 2D1N Luxury Boutique Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 467 reviews · from $190

Spend one night aboard Sena Cruises between Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay, with a private balcony cabin, four meals, kayaking at Dark and Bright Cave, Tra Bau, tai chi, and a cooking class. Guides such as Sunday, Mike, and Hope Luong may lead the trip.

“Sunday was incredible,engaging, and knowledgeable as well. He spent over 1+ days with us. He is a tour guide, magician, singer, chef, Tai chi instructor, and really great guy.”

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Halong Bay 2D1N Cruise multi options, transfer, swim and kayaking - Day one: lunch, water activities, and evening on board
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Halong Bay 2D1N Cruise multi options, transfer, swim and kayaking

10.Halong Bay 2D1N Cruise multi options, transfer, swim and kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 441 reviews · from $55Best value

You’ll sail for one night through Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay, with an English-speaking guide, private cabin, meals, kayaking, swimming, and onboard activities. Choose a 4-star cabin or a 5-star option with balcony and bathtub, then add Hanoi, Halong, or Ninh Binh transfers.

“This is definitely not a five star cruise. I can give them a three star. I saw other cruises around and can compare with the others that looks much better .”

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Halong Milalux 5 Star Cruise 2d1n,All inclusive,transfer - Leaving Hanoi for Tuan Chau Wharf
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Halong Milalux 5 Star Cruise 2d1n,All inclusive,transfer

11.Halong Milalux 5 Star Cruise 2d1n,All inclusive,transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 439 reviews · from $175

Spend one night aboard the 20-cabin Milalux, a rustic metal boat with private balconies. You’ll travel from Hanoi by air-conditioned bus, visit Sung Sot Cave and Ti Top Island, kayak, join cooking and Tai Chi sessions, and eat meals onboard. Drinks cost extra.

“This tour was a tour of 2 halves. The tour was amazing, MilaLux is a great boat, the food was incredible and the staff are really good at what they do, especially the two boatman who ferry you to the islands. What delightful gentlemen! The girlRead more”

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Halong Dragon Bay 5 Star Cruise 2D1N-All Inclusive,Cave,Transfer - Lunch among the limestone towers of Lan Ha Bay
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Halong Dragon Bay 5 Star Cruise 2D1N-All Inclusive,Cave,Transfer

12.Halong Dragon Bay 5 Star Cruise 2D1N-All Inclusive,Cave,Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 424 reviews · from $160

Spend one night in an ensuite balcony cabin while cruising quieter Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay. You’ll kayak or swim, visit Dark and Bright Caves, join a cooking class, and return to Hanoi by bus. Guides such as Bruce Lee, Henry, and Young Harry may lead the trip.

“If you are seeking a true 5-Star experience, you may be underwhelmed. This is more like a 4-Star experience at best . . . Nice overall, but not GREAT !”

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Halong Bay 2D1N Cruise Tour, Full Meals, Caves, Kayak &Transfer - Your Lotus cruise cabin and onboard setup
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Halong Bay 2D1N Cruise Tour, Full Meals, Caves, Kayak &Transfer

13.Halong Bay 2D1N Cruise Tour, Full Meals, Caves, Kayak &Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 300 reviews · from $171

Travel from Hanoi to Lan Ha Bay aboard a Lotus cruise with a private balcony cabin, full meals, kayaking, Dark and Light Cave, Tai Chi, cooking, squid fishing, and karaoke. English-speaking guides such as Cody have led lively trips, though guide assignments can vary.

“It was really great experience, he helped us with many activities like kayaking, fishing and many more. Thank you so much for your help and wonderful time.”

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Halong Bay 2D1N BEST CRUISES All-Inclusive: Transfer, Meals, Kayak, Cave, Island - Ti Top Island and the classic Halong Bay route
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Halong Bay 2D1N BEST CRUISES All-Inclusive: Transfer, Meals, Kayak, Cave, Island

14.Halong Bay 2D1N BEST CRUISES All-Inclusive: Transfer, Meals, Kayak, Cave, Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 288 reviews · from $139

Spend two days and one night on a small-group Halong Bay cruise from Hanoi. You’ll get an air-conditioned cabin, meals, cave and island visits, kayaking or a local rowing boat, and round-trip transport. Choose a Halong Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay, or Lan Ha Bay route before booking.

“Wonderful tour with such a great team. Welcoming, friendly, clear and helpful. Food was great and weather just made it ideal! Not a party boat so it is a great tour for solo travellers, couples and families (in my experience there was a bit of everything).”

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2D1N Ha Long Bay by Calypso Cruise, Caves, Meals, Transfer - Sunset, cooking, and dinner onboard
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2D1N Ha Long Bay by Calypso Cruise, Caves, Meals, Transfer

15.2D1N Ha Long Bay by Calypso Cruise, Caves, Meals, Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 212 reviews · from $160

Spend one night aboard a luxury cruise through quieter Lan Ha Bay, with an ensuite balcony cabin, four meals, bamboo boating, kayaking, cave visits, tai chi, and a cooking class. English-speaking guides lead the trip, with Hanoi Old Quarter pickup and return included.

“Amazing views and good food on cruise for 2 days and 1 night. Guide Trung was knowledgable and spoke good english. Nice sundeck and rooms with balcony were clean.”

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