Photographs of the destinations on this route — not of the specific hotel or boat you'll be booked into.
Discover the best of Northern Vietnam with an escape to Hà Nội and an indulgent overnight cruise on Hạ Long Bay, exploring limestone islets, Luon Cave, and Titov Island before a unique cave dining experience.
★3 daysSmall group
This journey combines the vibrant energy of Hà Nội with the serene beauty of Hạ Long Bay. Experience a luxurious overnight cruise through the bay's iconic landscapes, complemented by unique cave explorations and dining. Your adventure begins in Hà Nội, where you check into the 5-star Apricot Hotel and explore the capital's charms at your leisure. The next day, transfer to Hạ Long Bay for an overnight voyage aboard the Ambassador Cruise, visiting Luon Cave and Sung Sot Cave. Conclude your cruise with a morning tai chi session and a visit to Titov Island, followed by a unique dining experience inside Dragon Pearl Cave before returning to Hà Nội.
Day by day
Day 1
Hà Nội – Arrival
HotelAPRICOT HOTEL 5★ — Sketch or similar
Welcome to Vietnam! Check in to your hand-picked hotel in central Hanoi from 2:00 PM and enjoy the capital at your own pace — the Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, or a street-food discovery. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2
Hà Nội – Hạ Long Bay · Ambassador Overnight Cruise
CruiseAMBASSADOR CRUISE HALONG (46 CABIN) 5★ — Deluxe or similar
At 8:00 AM your car glides from Hanoi to Halong (about 2.5 hours). Step aboard the Ambassador for an unhurried voyage among the World Wonder's islets — premium privileges included. 11:00 Check-in at Ambassador's Lounge — Halong International Cruise Port 12:20 Board the Ambassador; welcome briefing at the Piano Lounge 12:45 Premium lunch while sailing among the World Wonder's limestone islets 14:15 Luon Cave — drift through on a local-rowed bamboo boat, or kayak* 15:45 Sung Sot Cave — the bay's largest cavern (or afternoon tea, spa*, outdoor Jacuzzi on board) 17:30 The ship anchors — cooking class, or Happy Hour* with canapés 19:00 fine-dining dinner on the sundeck with live band (band rests on Mondays) 20:40 Live music, squid fishing, spa* or an in-cabin movie — overnight on the bay
Day 3
Hạ Long Bay – Dragon Pearl Cave – Hà Nội
Sunrise tai chi, a swim at Titov Island and a full breakfast on the water. After disembarking, a theatrical finale: the "Quest for the Sacred Pearl" show and lunch inside the million-year-old Dragon Pearl Cave, before arriving back in Hanoi around 5:00 PM. 06:10 Tai chi session on the sundeck 06:30 Light breakfast — coffee, tea and fresh pastries 07:15 Titov Island — swim in turquoise water or climb to the panoramic summit 08:30 Full breakfast at the restaurant 09:30 Bill settlement and check-out 10:15 Disembark at Halong International Cruise Port 12:00 Welcome and check-in at the Dragon Pearl Cave 12:20 "The Quest for the Sacred Pearl" — a multi-sensory performance 13:00 "Tastes of the World" lunch inside the million-year-old cave 14:30 Journey's end — onward transfer
The hotels and cruises named in this itinerary are the ones we book first. If a property is fully booked on your travel dates, we will replace it with another one of the same standard (or better) in the same area, and confirm the change with you before you pay — the tour price stays as quoted.
What's included
- Round-trip shuttle bus transfer from/to Hanoi hotel
- Ambassador Day Cruise in Halong Bay
- English-speaking guide on board the cruise
- Buffet lunch on board
- Entrance fees for sightseeing as per itinerary
- Welcome drink and afternoon tea
Not included
- Accommodation in Hanoi
- Breakfast and Dinner
- Drinks (alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, bottled water) on board
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide and driver
The route
2 stops · 3-day trip
- 1Hà NộiThe capital — old quarter and street food
- 2Hạ Long BayLimestone islands, overnight cruises
Good to know
Accommodation: Overnight stay on a 5-star cruise (Ambassador Cruise). Accommodation in Hanoi is not included. Meals: One premium lunch, two breakfasts, and one unique cave dining experience are included. Other meals and drinks on board are not included. Transport: Round-trip shuttle bus transfers between Hanoi and Halong Bay. Local bamboo boat or kayaking options are available at Luon Cave. Guiding: English-speaking guide on board the cruise. Exclusions: Personal expenses, travel insurance, tips for guide and driver.
Price per person
The larger the group, the less each person pays.
| 1 | 2–3 | 4–5 | 6–8 | 9–11 | 12+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $630 | $400 | $360 | $340 | $330 | $290 |
Per-person reference prices — a specialist confirms the final quote by email.
From$290
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