Two thousand limestone islands. One deck worth waking up for.
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Halong Bay cruises: quick answer
Halong Best Cruises compares 96 overnight cruise ships on Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay. Listed rates run from $115 to $490 per person per night, with a typical ship around $195. The tables below rank the ships by rating and by price, using the figures shown on each ship page.
Full comparison with answers to the most common questions: best Halong Bay cruises compared.
Highest rated Halong Bay cruises (100+ reviews)
| Cruise | Length | From, per person per night | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Pioneers Halong Bay Cruise 1 | 2 days / 1 night | $275 | 5/5 (520) |
| Grand Pioneers Halong Bay Cruise 2 | 2 days / 1 night | $285 | 5/5 (480) |
| Catherine Cruises Ha Long Bay | 2 days / 1 night | $260 | 5/5 (420) |
| Indochine Premium Halong Bay | 2 days / 1 night | $260 | 5/5 (310) |
| New La Casta Star 6-Star Cruise Lan Ha Bay – Bathtub Ocean View | 2 days / 1 night | $250 | 5/5 (295) |
| Indochine Cruise Lan Ha Bay | 2 days / 1 night | $235 | 4.9/5 (520) |
| Orchid Classic Cruise | 2 days / 1 night | $240 | 4.9/5 (460) |
| Sea Stars Cruise | 2 days / 1 night | $320 | 4.9/5 (428) |
Lowest listed rates
| Cruise | Length | From, per person per night | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halong Fantasea Cruise | 2 days / 1 night | $115 | 4.6/5 (195) |
| Luna Cruise Luxury Ha Long Bay | 2 days / 1 night | $115 | 4.9/5 (340) |
| Fantasea Imperial Cruise | 2 days / 1 night | $120 | 4.7/5 (210) |
| Halong Arcadia Cruise | 2 days / 1 night | $125 | 4.8/5 (167) |
| Halong Luxury Cruise | 2 days / 1 night | $125 | 4.7/5 (118) |
| Halong & Bai Tu Long Cruises | 2 days / 1 night | $130 | 4.8/5 (156) |
| Garden Peak Cruise | 2 days / 1 night | $135 | 4.8/5 (154) |
| Halong Sapphire Cruises | 2 days / 1 night | $135 | 4.8/5 (235) |
How many Halong Bay cruises can I compare on this site?
Halong Best Cruises lists 97 cruise ships (96 of them overnight cruises) covering Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay. Each ship page shows cabins, rates and an itinerary.
How much does an overnight cruise in Halong Bay cost?
Listed rates start from $115 and go up to $490 per person per night; the middle ship is about $195. The price depends on the ship, cabin and date.
Which Halong Bay cruises are the cheapest?
The lowest listed rates are Halong Fantasea Cruise (from $115), Luna Cruise Luxury Ha Long Bay (from $115), Fantasea Imperial Cruise (from $120).
How do I book a Halong Bay cruise here?
Open a ship page, choose a cabin, date and number of guests, and send the request. The team replies by email with a written confirmation.
We have sailed every junk in the bay — so you do not have to guess.
Every ship we sell is inspected in person, twice a year, by our own team. We know which cabins catch the sunrise, which crews cook like family, and which routes dodge the crowds. That knowledge is the product.
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Three Distinct Bays. Which One Is Yours?
Each bay offers a completely unique seascape, atmosphere, and sailing style. Click any bay below to view all verified luxury cruises sailing there.
UNESCO World Heritage
2 Vessels
Ha Long Bay Cruises
The legendary heartland of northern Vietnam. Marvel at 1,900+ colossal limestone pillars, world-famous Sung Sot Cave, and Ti Top Island panoramic viewpoints.
Pristine & Serene
40 Vessels
Lan Ha Bay Cruises
The quiet southern twin bordering Cat Ba Island. 400 pristine karst islets, 139 secluded white sandy beaches, and crystal lagoons free from day-boat crowds.
Off the Beaten Path
17 Vessels
Bai Tu Long Bay Cruises
The wild, tranquil northeastern frontier. Prehistoric geological caverns, authentic floating fishing villages, and quiet anchorages for true peace of mind.
Emperors Diamond
- 26 ocean-view suites only — no crowd, ever
- Glass-bottom infinity pool & open-air cinema on the top deck
- Private butler service and a Chefs Table tasting menu
- Optional seaplane transfer from Hanoi — 45 minutes, door to deck
Three budgets. Zero bad choices.
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One bay. Six unmissable stops.
The gold line traces our classic first-day circuit. Overnight, ships slip away from the day-boat corridor to quiet anchorages most visitors never see.
- 01Tuan Chau HarborGateway to 1,900+ islands.
- 02Sung Sot CaveThe grandest cavern at 10,000 m2.
- 03Ti Top Island459 steps to the famous panorama.
- 04Luon CavePaddle through a stone arch.
- 05Viet Hai VillageCycling on Cat Ba Island.
- 06Lan Ha BayThe quiet southern twin.
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Inspected in person
Our team boards and scores every ship twice a year. If it slips, it comes off the site.
Best-price guarantee
Find the same cabin cheaper anywhere and we refund the difference. No fine print.
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Flexible by default
Free date changes up to 21 days before departure on every cruise we sell.
“Night two, anchored in a silent cove of Lan Ha Bay, was the single best evening of our three weeks in Vietnam.”
“Our advisor rebuilt our itinerary twice when our flights changed — no fees, no drama.”
“Booked the budget option expecting basic. Got a teak cabin, five-course dinners and a walking encyclopedia of a guide.”
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