Bai Tu Long Bay Cruises
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Bai Tu Long Bay Cruises with Origin Vietnam offer a peaceful and authentic alternative to the more crowded areas of Ha Long Bay. Located in the northeastern part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site (recognized in 1994), Bai Tu Long Bay features thousands of limestone islands, secluded beaches, hidden lagoons, stunning caves, and traditional floating villages.
If you are feeling tired of the touristy atmosphere in Ha Long Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay is the perfect choice. Its untouched beauty and tranquil landscapes create an ideal setting for a relaxing and meaningful journey.
The best way to experience Bai Tu Long Bay is by taking an overnight cruise. Depending on your budget, you can choose from luxurious cruise lines to more affordable options. Each offering a unique way to explore this breathtaking seascape. Most Bai Tu Long Bay cruise itineraries include transfers, entrance fees, meals, onboard activities, and an English-speaking guide.
To help you find the perfect trip, we’ve curated a list of the best Bai Tu Long Bay cruises below. If you don’t see a cruise that fits your needs, please contact us. Our team will be happy to customize a trip tailored to your preferences.
Discover Bai Tu Long Bay with Dragon Legend Cruise
During the journey, you will be immersed in the pristine beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay and immerse yourself in local life in Vung Vieng fishing village, explore the mysterious Thien Canh Son cave, kayak in the blue water
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Overnight Cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay
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Dragon Pearl Junk
Designed as traditional Chinese junk to make your honeymoon extremely memorable, and the added luxuries for couples make it super-special
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L'Amour Junk
First small luxury junk with just one cabin in Bai Tu Long Bay. Private and warm services. Built with handcrafted teak and oat, fully decorate to celebrate your love
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Prince Junk
Prince Junk is a traditionally designed wooden boat, ideal for small groups of close friends, family or couples to enjoy the magical Bai Tu Long Bay
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Signature Cruise
Are you looking for a luxury cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay? Look no further, come to Signature Cruise. You will feel the luxury of design, excellent service, and activities that will always keep you entertained.
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Renea Cruise
With Renea Cruises, you will explore the little-known Bai Tu Long Bay, passing by thousands of wonderful islands. Your time here will be one of the best experiences you have while traveling to Vietnam.
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Best Overnight bai Tu Long Bay Cruises Recommended by Our Travel Experts
Discover expert-recommended overnight Bai Tu Long Bay cruises: Luxe junks, kayaking, caves & serenity away from Halong crowds. Book 2025 deals at Origin Vietnam for unforgettable Vietnam escapes!
It’s great for: Family, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Sunworld International Harbor → Thien Canh Son cave → Cong Do → Cap La area → Vung Vieng village → Sunworld International Harbor
It’s great for: Family, Group of friends, Old couple, Young couple, Honeymoon
Cruise Line:
Sunworld International Harbor → Bai Tu Long → Cap La Island → Cua Van Floating Village → Lan Ha Bay → Dark and Bright cave → Cong Do → Vung Vieng Fishing Village → Sunworld International Harbor
It’s great for: Family, Group of friends, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Tuan Chau Marina → Bai Tu Long Bay → Thien Canh Son cave → Vung Vieng fishing village → Tuan Chau Marina
It’s great for: Family, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Halong harbor → Bai Tu Long Bay → Thien Canh Son cave → Cong Dam area → Vung Vieng fishing village → Halong harbor
It’s great for: Family, Group of friends, Young couple, Single
Cruise Line:
Ha Long international cruise port → Bai Tu Long bay → Vung Vieng fishing village → Cong Dam → Cap La area → Thien Canh Son Cave → Ha Long international cruise port
It’s great for: Family with teens, Group of friends, Old couple, Young couple, Solo Traveller
Cruise Line:
Ha Long international port → Halong Bay → Luon cave → Titov island → Lan Ha Bay → Bright Cave area → Ba Trai Dao area → Pearl Farm → Sung Sot Cave → Ha Long international port
It’s great for: Family with teens, Group of friends, Young couple, Single
Cruise Line:
Hon Gai pier → Bai Tu Long Bay → Oan lagoon → Monster head → Cap La area → Thien Canh Son Cave → Hon Co island → Hang Trong → Vung Vieng floating fishing village → Hon Gai pier
It’s great for: Family with kids, Group of friends, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Hon Gai pier → Bai Tu Long Bay → Thien Canh Son Cave → Cap La area → Vung Vieng floating fishing village → Hon Gai pier
It’s great for: Family with kids, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Ha Long wharf → Bai Tu Long Bay → Vung Vieng Floating Fishing Village → Thien Canh Son cave → Cong Dam Area → Ha Long wharf
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The unparalleled service began with our knowledgeable travel consultant, Ms. Angela. Her meticulous planning and recommendations ensured a seamless and enjoyable experience tailored to our interests.
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Bai Tu Long Bay Cruise FAQs
Everything you should to know before booking and enjoy wonderful cruise Bai Tu Long Bay.
Is Bai Tu Long Bay less touristy than Ha Long Bay?
Bai Tu Long Bay is sometimes called a children of Halong Bay. But it’s much larger than Halong. Bai Tu long remains an off the beaten track. It’s a perfect one for adventure lover and avoid the crowds of Halong Bay. Because it’s less touristy area, water cleaner, beach also cleaner too.
When is the best time to go to Bai Tu Long?
Bai Tu Long Bay located in the northeast of Vietnam. So the weather is very similar like Halong. But Bai Tu Long weather in the spring season (February – April) is consideration as the best. Because if you spend cruise in Bai Tu Long bay during this period the water temperature is warm.
It’s very good for swimming also very good for water sport activities. Especially the heat and humidity are mild and the sun shines brightly through clear blue skies.
How far in advance should I plan Bai Tu Long Bay day tour?
Bai Tu Long bay day tour is a short time for visiting the bay when you have limited time. It depends on you book private cruise or share cruise, you can active in the time booking.
With private cruise you should book as soon as possible when you make plan so that the cruise is available as your wish when less cruise can have private tour.
When you make share group cruise day trip with many people you should book in advance 1 week to 1 month, and depend on the high season or low season.
Can we discover Bai Tu Long National Park without overnight Cruise
Bai Tu Long National Park is nearly 16 hectares wide with 40 islands, located in the core zone of Bai Tu Long Bay, with rich ecosystems in both terrestrial, underwater and mangrove areas. There is also a sanctuary of many rare and endemic animals. So that if you want to visit Bai Tu Long National park you can go there by speed boat or day boat.
If you are adventure lover so we would like to suggest you do private overnight Cruise Bai Tu Long Bay that you can sails any places in Bai Tu Long National Park zone as you want.
Is it safe todo kayaking activities in Bai Tu Long Bay
Kayaking activities is one of the most trip highlight cruise Bai Tu Long Bay. Because the bay with thousand of island surrounding and the ware is gentle that is perfect for kayaking activities in Bai Tu Long Bay.
Is it reliable to book online for Bai Tu Long Bay cruise?
Yes, it is. Bai Tu long Bay cruise is easy to have fully booked room. Therefore, when you have a request and decide to book room with the cruise the bay you choose, you make deposit online immediately to guarantee the cruise as your wish.
We make security 3D and has security code from your bank to reconfirm while making online payment so it is very safe when you pay by credit card
Are prices based on double occupancy on Bai Tu Long Bay cruise luxury?
Bai Tu Long Bay cruise luxury is for 5 star quality and the price has different cabin type of single, double/twin or triple. So when you book cabin you order specific to get the correct price cabin type.
How do I make a reservation for Bai Tu Long Bay cruise from Hanoi?
Bai Tu Long Bay Cruise from Hanoi is the popular tour for tourist. When you decide a cruise which has the itinerary to Bai Tu Long Bay, you order cabin and cruise with sales executive and then they will confirm you with all details. Shuttle bus will always start and end in Hanoi.
How can we travel to Bai Tu Long Bay from Hai Phong?
There are many ways for you to travel to Bai Tu Long Bay from Hai Phong. They are by bus, taxi or private transport which you can travel from Hai Phong to Halong city and reach the harbor where your cruise to start tour on Bai Tu Long Bay
My reservation was confirmed. What happens next for Bai Tu Long Bay cruise overnight?
Bai Tu Long Bay overnight cruise is the most recommendation for travelling to enjoy the completely the bay’s beauties. After we confirm your booking with us, we will ask you all personal details (all full name as in passport, hotel in Hanoi…) and latest 2 days before trip to make all procedure for overnight on cruise
When is my final payment Bai Tu Long Bay Vietnam?
Before making the trip, the cruise always requires you to make payment in advance and it is from 10 days till 1 month according to each cruise policy.
What are Bai Tu Long Bay activities on cruise trip?
When you make cruise trip, you can have many Bai Tu Long Bay activities such as kayaking, swimming, visiting caves, or some cruises has BBQ lunch or dinner on beach.
Can we make Bai Tu Long Bay package 4 days?
Yes, you can. We have some cruise which have Bai Tu Long Bay package 4 days such as L’Amour Junk (1 cabin), Prince Junk(2 & 4 cabins), Dragon Bay (3 cabins), Red Dragon(5 cabins), Dragon Pearl Junk(11 cabins).
What are the cancellation fees with Bai Tu Long Bay cruise operators?
When you make the booking with Bai Tu Long cruise operators, the sales will confirm you about the cancellation term or you can check it in term and condition on our website.
And it requires from 2 weeks to 1 month for cancellation without charge.
Do I need a passport and travel visas for Bai Tu Long Bay cruise booking?
Yes, you do. You make Bai Tu Long Bay cruise booking requires you to bring your original passport for checking when getting on board from local administration.
Why do we need to spend Bai Tu Long Bay cruise 2 nights?
Bai Tu Long Bay cruise 2 nights will give you more time and space to both relax on cruise and enjoy the beautiful seascapes of the bay. That is why we recommend to spend 2 nights for enjoyment.
Can we make Bai Tu Long Bay cruise from Cat Ba?
Yes, you can. However, you need to move from Cat Ba on ferry to reach Tuan Chau Island. And then depend on the cruise you choose you can move to the cruise’s harbor (Hon Gai, Bai Chay or Tuan Chau harbor) for getting on to discover Bai Tu Long Bay Cruise from Cat Ba.
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