Halong Bay 3 days 2 nights cruise
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Halong 3 days 2 nights cruises will give you chances to explore rural parts of the bay, see both its nature beauty and vibrant cultural life.
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- Address: No.26 Tuan Chau Marina, Halong Bay
- Route: Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba Island - Dark and Bright Cave
- Cabin: 26
- Launched: 2025
Vintage design with wooden interiors
Each room features private balconies
Exceptional service
- Address: No.11 Tuan Chau Marina, Halong Bay
- Route: Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba Island - Dark and Bright Cave
- Cabin: 32
- Launched: 2023
Elegant cabins and public areas furnished with natural wood
All cabins offer a luxury bathtub and a private balcony
24/7 front desk for help and privacy.
- Address: No.12 Tuan Chau Marina, Halong Bay
- Route: Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Ti Top Island
- Cabin: 19
- Launched: 2017
Charming wooden boat
Daily traditional fashion show
Budget friendly but excellent services
- Address: Halong International Port
- Route: Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Ti Top Island - Luon Cave
- Cabin: 21
- Launched: 2017
Professional services and friendly staff
All rooms feature private balconies
Various activities: explore caves, kayak, savor gourmet Vietnamese cuisine
- Address: Halong International Harbor, Bai Chay, Halong City
- Route: Bai Tu Long Bay - Thien Canh Son Cave - Cong Do - Vung Vieng
- Cabin: 14
- Launched: 2017
Traditional with boutique style
Sailing Bai Tu Long Bay - the least touristy bay of Halong
Small boat but luxurious service!
- Address: A20, Port 1, Tuan Chau Marina, Halong Bay
- Route: Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Ti Top Island -Luon Cave
- Cabin: 55
- Launched: 2023
High-end yet eco-friendly technology built
Longest and one-of-a-kind itinerary in Halong Bay!
Travel 2 nights without changing to day boat!
Q&As
Why should you take Halong Bay cruise 3 days 2 nights
If you want more than just a quick look at Halong Bay, a 3 days 2 nights cruise is the perfect option for you. Unlike a 1-day or 1 night trip, this longer itinerary will allow you to truly enjoy the beauty of the bay, by giving more time to relax and exploring the less touristy area of the bay.
More Time to Relax
After the 3-hour drive from Hanoi (and 6 hours in total for round trip), a 2-night cruise gives you more time to rest and enjoy the peaceful bay.
See More of Halong Bay
With a longer trip, you’ll travel deeper into the bay and visit quiet, less touristy places that day trips or 1-night cruises can’t reach.
Do More Activities
You’ll have more time for unique activities like biking in Viet Hai Village, swimming at Ba Hang, or relaxing on the quiet beach of Ba Trai Dao. These activities are unique and only available in 2 nights itinerary
How much does a Halong Bay 3 days 2 nights cost?
The cost of Halong Bay 3 days 2 nights cruises depends on the cruise type, season, and route. However, most cruises fall into one of these 3 categories:
Luxury Cruises – from 300 to 500 USD per person
These cruises feature spacious cabins with private balconies, fine dining, and premium facilities like spas or jacuzzis.
Recommended options:Scarlet Pearl Cruise, Doria Cruise
Mid-Range Cruises – from 250 to 350 USD per person
Comfortable rooms with full amenities, private balcony, swimming pool, buffet meals, and a mix of guided and free-time activities.
Recommended options:Dragon Bay Premium,Le Journey Elegance
Budget Cruises – from 200 to 250 USD per person
Basic yet well-equipped cabins, full-board meals, and standard sightseeing.
Recommended options:Le Journey Luxury Cruise,Calypso Cruise
What to do in a 2 nights Halong Bay cruise?
Kayaking:
You’ll have chances to do lots of kayaking among the stunning limestones of the bay such as: Luon Cave (Halong Bay), around islands at Tra Bau (Lan Ha Bay), and in Cap La (Bai Tu Long Bay). Move through caves and past limestone rocks.
Swimming
2 nights in Halong Bay will drop by various unspoiled beaches, including Ba Trai Dao Beach (Halong Bay), Cat Ba Island (Lan Ha Bay), and Cong Dam (Bai Tu Long Bay).
Biking:
Ride a bike through Viet Hai Village (Lan Ha Bay). Pass by houses, fields, and engage with local people.
Cave Visiting:
Walk inside stunning Sung Sot Cave (Halong Bay), kayak through Dark & Bright Cave (Lan Ha Bay), or climb up to Thien Canh Son Cave (Bai Tu Long Bay). See rock walls, shapes, and large open spaces inside the caves.
Visit Fishing Villages:
Visit Vung Vieng Village (Bai Tu Long Bay) or Cua Van fishing village (Halong Bay). Watch how people live on floating houses and see how they fish and do daily tasks on the water.
Sunset and Night Activities:
Stay on the cruise boat in the evening. Watch the sunset, try squid fishing, and look up at the sky from the deck.
Duration and Itinerary
There are 3 different itineraries for you to choose, including Halong Bay, the main area or its neighbors: Lan Ha Bay or Bai Tu Long Bay. Each cruise only allow to travel 1 itinerary only. Below is details of each itinerary:
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Halong Bay 2 nights cruise gives you more time to explore remote areas of Halong, do more activities like biking or visiting fishing villages, and enjoy the bay at a slower pace. The second day is often spent on a day boat for off-the-beaten-path experiences.
Ha Long Bay: Famous sights, more touristy
Lan Ha Bay: Quieter, great for biking and village visits
Bai Tu Long Bay: Most peaceful, fewer boats, scenic beauty
All meals on board are always included. You'll have 2 breakfast, 3 lunches and 2 special dinners.
Usually yes, but on Day 2 you will transfer to a smaller day boat for activities, then return to your main cruise ship in the evening.
Most cruises offer Wi-Fi, but it’s usually slow and not always reliable, especially when it cruising deeper into the bay.
It takes about a 2.5 to 3-hour drive. Most cruises offer transfer services (bus or limousine), which can be added to your booking after you choose the cabins.
