Region · North
Ha Long Bay
Limestone karsts and an overnight cruise
In short
An overnight cruise (2 days / 1 night) is the best trade-off: a day trip from Hanoi spends more time on the road than on the water. Neighbouring Lan Ha Bay is less crowded with the same scenery.
- Recommended nights
- 1-2
- Best time
- October to April. From July to September typhoons can cancel cruises: pick a free-cancellation offer.
Best months to go: January, February, March, April, October, November, December
Don't miss
- 2-day / 1-night cruise
- Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay
- Sung Sot Cave
Most-booked activities
Hanoi: Ha Long Bay day cruise with swimming, lunch and kayaking
4.8/5 · 14,631 reviews 1 day
See and bookHanoi: 2-day 5-star cruise in Ha Long and Lan Ha Bays with balcony
4.8/5 · 6,215 reviews 2 days
See and bookHanoi: 2-day 5-star cruise in Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays, balcony cabin
4.7/5 · 5,461 reviews 2 days
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