The 15 Best Boat Trips in Hanoi

1.Ha Long Bay Day Cruise – Swimming, Meal, Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,415 reviews · from $41Our pick

Review of a $41 Ha Long Bay day cruise from Hanoi with Sung Sot Cave, kayaking, Titop Island, lunch, swimming, and sunset snacks.

“My partner and I had a great time! Our guide, Sunny was amazing! He gave us lots of informations about the Vietnamese culture, which we loved. The cruise was really fun! The view is amazing and all the activities were really cool. The only thing which wasn’t as amazing was the food on the cruise… But other than that, I would highly recommend it! Thank you, Sunny!”

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2.Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,384 reviews · from $33Best value

Review of a $33 Ninh Binh day tour from Hanoi, covering Hoa Lu, Tam Coc by boat, village cycling, Mua Cave, lunch, and practical costs.

“This experience was great, each activity was paced perfectly and we were able to accomplish a lot in one day. The buffet/ lunch provided was great. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly.”

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3.Amanda Cruise – Ha Long, Lan Ha Bay – All Inclusive 2D1N & 3D2N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,358 reviews · from $56

Amanda Cruise explores Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay with caves, kayaking, Ti Top Island, meals, activities, and Hanoi transfers.

“One day before the tour booked for Amanda Criuse we were informed about an issue with water leak on the booked boat and re-booked to the Hera Grand Cruise to the same level cabin. To be honest, I didn't belive this reason (iit repeats in many reviews on Tripadvisor) with water leak and more, it was overbooking or something like that but it doesn't matter because the Gera Grand Cruise was really very good for us. Minh and his staff have made a great job to make our 2 Days Cruise comfortable and interesting. The boat is not made yesterday but still comfortable and nice to be there. Staff is…”

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4.Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,512 reviews · from $48

Review of Cozy Bay’s Ha Long Bay day cruise from Hanoi, with buffet lunch, Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, kayaking, and sunset views.

“Ha Long Bay is awesome and well worth the trip! The best part of the tour was the boat ride where it’s peaceful and you can take in the sites. A note though-it’s all very crowded so just prepare yourself for that. Minh our guide was so great and made the tour even better!”

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5.2-Day Halong & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise with Balcony

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,300 reviews · from $188

Review of a 2-day Halong and Lan Ha Bay 5-star cruise from Hanoi, with balcony cabins, kayaking, caves, meals, and practical booking tips.

“The boat is great and there is a nice atmosphere on board. Food is fish based so if you don't like it request a diff menu.”

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6.Mon Chéri Cruise 5 star: Unique 2 Days Tuan Chau – Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,422 reviews · from $195

Review of Mon Chéri Cruise in Halong and Lan Ha Bay, with food, kayaking, cabins, price, itinerary, tips, and booking advice.

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7.Doris Cruise 5 star cruise 2 days visiting Halong Bay Lan Ha Bay private balcony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,338 reviews · from $235

Review of Doris Cruise’s 2-day Halong and Lan Ha Bay trip, with private balconies, kayaking, meals, Hanoi transfers, and practical booking advice.

“The whole experience was great . Specially Emily treated us very well . She took care the whole group , asked for well being and food and everything . Big thanks 😊”

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8.CozyBay Cruise-The Best Small Group 2D/1N inHalong-All inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,199 reviews · from $122

CozyBay Cruise offers a budget-friendly 2-day Ha Long Bay trip from Hanoi with meals, kayaking, caves, Titop Island, and a private cabin.

“Value for money. We did everything the other boats did. The boat was nice, but can do with a bit of a facelift. The crew and host were lovely. The food on board was amazing. They serve a lot of food. We had a wonderful time and recommend it to all budget travellers.”

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9.Hera Cruise – All Inclusive Multi Days Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,967 reviews · from $56

Review of Hera Cruise’s 2-day Halong Bay tour from Hanoi, with kayaking, caves, Ti Top Island, meals, transport, and practical booking tips.

“Absolutely fabulous. Beyond expectation. Traveled with my husband and 2 kids 4 and 6 yrs old. Everyone was so accommodating.”

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10.Ninh Binh Day Trip: Hoa Lu-Trang An/Tam Coc-Mua Cave-Cycling-Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,886 reviews · from $43

Review of the Ninh Binh day trip from Hanoi, with Hoa Lu, Trang An boat ride, Mua Cave hike, cycling, lunch, costs, and practical tips.

“The tour guide hit on me via WhatsApp the minute he saw me arriving at by the pick-up point. Unsolicited & unprofessional. I felt like we were rushing through the activities & moving from one location to the next without the oppoRead more”

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11.Renea Cruises – BEST Small Boat in Bai Tu Long & Halong Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,485 reviews · from $139

Review of Renea Cruises in Bai Tu Long Bay, with quiet scenery, kayaking, cave visits, meals, cabins, costs, and practical tips.

“Cong, our tour guide was fantastic! Answered all questions and provided a lot of information about all the places we visited. So personable and friendly wirh everyone. Food was fabulous! Thank you chef! Enjoyed all the activities and slept Read more”

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

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

Review of a 3-day Hanoi trip to Ninh Binh and Lan Ha Bay, with Mua Cave views, Trang An boats, and a 5-star cruise.

“I really liked how well organised whole trip was. We were passed from person to person. No chance you will be confused or lost. Best experience i’ve had so far.”

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13.Islands & Caves Ha Long Cruise with Lunch & Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,317 reviews · 4 - 13 hours · from $34

Review of Hanoi’s Ha Long Bay day cruise with seafood lunch, Thien Cung Cave, kayaking, bamboo boats, transport, tips, and value advice.

“Perfect on time. Bus was fine. The stop at the pearl farm was nice. I've never seen this, so it was new and interesting to me. Food was fine, they had vegetarian options. The kayaking was included and a lot of fun. I also enjoyed the walk through the cave. They weren't annoying with tips oder selling. I really recommend the trip.”

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14.Halong Bay Day Tour By Diamond Era Cruise,Titop,Sung Sot & kayak

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,301 reviews · from $48

Diamond Era Cruise explores Halong Bay from Hanoi with Sung Sot Cave, kayaking, Titop Island, buffet lunch, and sunset views for $48.

“Halong Bay is such a beautiful place and we should have booked an overnight cruise! The weather was beautiful this Thursday and we enjoyed every single activity recommended - cave, kayak, and hike. The buffet lunch was Ok. I wish to acknowledge our tour guide Andy who did his very best to make sure that each family group was looked after and kept happy despite a group of disrespectful and challenging passengers. The sunset “party” on the top deck was fun but the music was too loud and noisy for such a beautiful and serene view. Overall it was a great day at Halong Bay!”

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15.Best seller Halong Bay Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,233 reviews · from $37.59

Review of a $37.59 Halong Bay day cruise from Hanoi, with Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, lunch, kayaking, transfers, and practical tips.

“Picked up feom the hotel by our guide. Our ride was a ca max 20 pax bus which drove us via a pearl shop to the harbor for an early departure. Lunch was so so, but the rest was perfect. Relative few people on our bost compared to other boats which was nice.”

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