Halong Bay is a must-see in Vietnam. It is known as New Seven Natural Wonder of the World as well as World Heritage Site. There are literally hundreds of cruises in Halong Bay and you have many choices. The cheap cruises may not be good ones. The small one but good reputation can be your choice. Let’s choose ones suitable your budget. Here are some tips how to choose a right cruise for your Halong Bay tour.
How to book a right cruises to visit Halong bay?
How to book a right cruises to visit Halong bay?
1> Price and type of cruises:
From US$109 to US$159/ per person for 2 days 1 night, you can get good ones with 3 stars standard. And from US$160 to US $245 if you prefer premium cruises like 4 stars. In addition, please check what’s included in the tour price. For some travel agents, as you check on their website, the price is lower but round-trip transportation may not be included. You may pay extra for a total bill. It seems have some cheaper cruises however the services actually don’t guarantee.
If you are looking for a luxury cruise, our recommendation is Victory Star, Indochina Sail, Violet cruise, Paradise Luxury Cruise, Au Co cruise. The rate is different from each other. The most expensive ones are Au Co and Violet Cruise.
All cruises mentioned above offer joining group tour. It means that you will share the boat with others.
If you join a private one, you can custom itinerary, do your own activities follow instruction of the crews. There is also a plenty of choices such as 1 cabin, 2 cabins to 6 cabins even more for big group (as 16 cabins or 50 cabins with 03 cruises). If you want something private, it will be a good choice for you. You may pay a bit extra than joining a group tour, but you have your own boat, have chance to experience the feeling when have amazing dinner in cave. It’s good for couples, family, or organized some special case.
2>Safety first :
From US$109 to US$159/ per person for 2 days 1 night, you can get good ones with 3 stars standard. And from US$160 to US $245 if you prefer premium cruises like 4 stars. In addition, please check what’s included in the tour price. For some travel agents, as you check on their website, the price is lower but round-trip transportation may not be included. You may pay extra for a total bill. It seems have some cheaper cruises however the services actually don’t guarantee.
If you are looking for a luxury cruise, our recommendation is Victory Star, Indochina Sail, Violet cruise, Paradise Luxury Cruise, Au Co cruise. The rate is different from each other. The most expensive ones are Au Co and Violet Cruise.
All cruises mentioned above offer joining group tour. It means that you will share the boat with others.
If you join a private one, you can custom itinerary, do your own activities follow instruction of the crews. There is also a plenty of choices such as 1 cabin, 2 cabins to 6 cabins even more for big group (as 16 cabins or 50 cabins with 03 cruises). If you want something private, it will be a good choice for you. You may pay a bit extra than joining a group tour, but you have your own boat, have chance to experience the feeling when have amazing dinner in cave. It’s good for couples, family, or organized some special case.
2>Safety first :
You should also check all facilities on board via their websites for safety and security such as life vests, alarm clock, hammer and safety deposit box. Almost of 3 star cruises and higher class also have insurance and seldom to get any accidents for customers. So maybe don’t look a cheaper price which make you decide to book a cruises with bad services with all the same meals, tour guide don’t take care customers…
3>Facilities and Services :
Most of cruises have same facilities and services. Each cabin have private bathroom, air conditional, hair dryer, etc…It is just different for 4 stars and 5 stars cruise which offer other additional facilities such as safety deposit box, book shelves and services snorkeling and fishing equipment , jacuzzi and spa. The services are mentioned to be exclusives.
3>Facilities and Services :
Most of cruises have same facilities and services. Each cabin have private bathroom, air conditional, hair dryer, etc…It is just different for 4 stars and 5 stars cruise which offer other additional facilities such as safety deposit box, book shelves and services snorkeling and fishing equipment , jacuzzi and spa. The services are mentioned to be exclusives.
4>Photo and itinerary:
Visit some cruises website to see the photo of cabin, restaurant, bar, sundeck and so on to make sure that you know what you will get and like this cruise. Review some experience of these last customer on Trip Advisor or your friend. The classic itinerary is Halong bay, visit Amazing cave, kayaking, Soi Sim Island or Titop Island. Other 4 and 5 star is exploring Bai Tu Long bay where you can cruise off the beaten path, away from the crowd.
If you traveling during the summer from May to September, there’s a big deal for most cruises from 10% to 30% discount.
Hope that our suggestion above helps you pick a good cruise and have an enjoyable Halong Bay tour!
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