Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night (3-Days / 2-Night option available)
Departure & Return: Hanoi → Hon Gai Pier → Bai Tu Long Bay → Hanoi
Cruise Style: Boutique mid-range steel-hulled ship with 18 cabins (max ~40 guests) Tripadvisor+15Best Halong Cruises+15jackytravel.com+15
Perfect For: Budget-conscious luxury-seekers, families, couples, cultural explorers
✨ Why Choose Swan Cruise?
One of the few cruises sailing Bai Tu Long Bay, offering a quieter, less crowded alternative to Halong Bay’s main waters Facebook+12halongbaycruises.com+12vietnamescapetours.com+12.
Cozy boutique ship with 18 ocean-view cabins including Deluxe, Suite Balcony, Triple, and Family connecting rooms (14–28 m²) halongbaycruises.theterribletourguide.com+5Halong Bay Tours+5halongbaycruises.com+5.
Inclusive activities: kayaking, Tai Chi, cooking class, squid fishing, and local floating village visits. Friendly, English-speaking guides and staff swancruiseshalong.com+3halongbaycruises.theterribletourguide.com+3vietnamescapetours.com+3.
Excellent service and high-value rating from guests: consistently scoring ~9.2–9.4 for comfort, cleanliness, and overall experience Booking.com.
🗓 Sample Itinerary – 2 Days / 1 Night
Day 1: Hanoi → Hon Gai → Bai Tu Long Bay (L/D)
08:00–08:30: Hotel pick‑up in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
12:30: Arrival at Swan waiting lounge in Hon Gai Harbour; boarding begins. Welcome drink and safety briefing.
13:30: Set sail across Bai Tu Long Bay while enjoying a Vietnamese set menu lunch.
15:00: Kayaking or swimming at Cap La Island, a serene part of the bay famous for emerald waters.
17:30: Sunset “happy hour” on the sundeck as cruise moves to anchorage.
19:00: Set-menu dinner with seafood and Vietnamese fusion. Optional squid fishing or karaoke at night. Booking.com+11halongbaycruises.theterribletourguide.com+11vietnamescapetours.com+11gadttravel.com
Day 2: Bai Tu Long Bay → Thien Canh Son Cave → Return to Hanoi (B/L)
06:00: Tai Chi session on the sundeck at sunrise.
07:00: Western-style breakfast with tea and local delicacies.
08:00: Visit Thien Canh Son Cave—a dramatic grotto of towering stalactites and scenic views.
09:30: Return onboard for Vietnamese cooking demonstration. Learn fresh spring rolls or fruit carving.
11:00–12:00: Lunch while cruising back, before disembarking at Hon Gai Harbour.
17:00: Arrival back in Hanoi. gadttravel.com+6halongbaycruises.theterribletourguide.com+6vietnamescapetours.com+6
🛌 Cabins & Onboard Facilities
Cabin types: Deluxe (14 m²), Suite (18–22 m²), Suite Balcony (28 m²), Triple & Family Connecting (up to 36 m²) halongbaycruises.com+3BestPrice Travel+3Halong Bay Tours+3.
Amenities: All cabins offer private bathrooms, air conditioning, minibar, large sea‑view windows, and cultural wood decor.
Facilities include a sundeck with loungers, indoor restaurant/bar with panoramic views, Tai Chi space, and evening entertainment area. Free Wi‑Fi in public spaces. halongbaycruises.comgadttravel.comHalong Bay Tours.
✅ Inclusions
Welcome drink, cold towel & cruise briefing
All meals onboard (Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch)
Kayaking, Tai Chi, cooking demo, squid fishing
Visiting Cap La Island & Thien Canh Son Cave
English-speaking guide, insurance & entrance fees
Round-trip bus from Hanoi if booked, or independent arrival at Hon Gai pier
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❌ Exclusions
Beverages beyond included meals
Personal expenses, tips, visa fees
Spa services or optional extras (e.g. karaoke drinks)
Transfer from Hanoi unless arranged (shuttle approx. 40 USD pp)
💰 Typical Prices (2025)
From US $120–130 per person for 2D1N in Deluxe or Suite Balcony room.
Family and triple connecting cabins cost moderately more, ideal for groups or families.
Feedback highlights that this cruise delivers excellent value versus bigger luxury cruises. BestPrice Travel
🌍 Highlights at a Glance
Quiet & scenic route through Bay Tu Long Bay’s emerald waters
Boutique ambiance with limited cabins and personal service
Engaging cultural and active itinerary, ideal for wellness and nature lovers
High-value mid-range option with excellent reviews for comfort and service
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