The 15 Best 2-Day Experiences in Vietnam

1.Amanda Cruise – Ha Long, Lan Ha Bay – All Inclusive 2D1N & 3D2N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,358 reviews · from $56Our pick

Spend two days and one night aboard Amanda Cruise from Hanoi, with meals, a private sea-view cabin, Tai Chi, cooking, kayaking, swimming, and cave visits. The standard Ha Long route includes Ti Top Island, Hang Luon, and Sung Sot Cave. A 3D2N Lan Ha Bay option is also available, with possible upgrades or boat changes.

“One day before the tour booked for Amanda Criuse we were informed about an issue with water leak on the booked boat and re-booked to the Hera Grand Cruise to the same level cabin. To be honest, I didn't belive this reason (iit repeats in many reviews on Tripadvisor) with water leak and more, it was overbooking or something like that but it doesn't matter because the Gera Grand Cruise was really very good for us. Minh and his staff have made a great job to make our 2 Days Cruise comfortable and interesting. The boat is not made yesterday but still comfortable and nice to be there. Staff is…”

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2.Lan Ha – Ha Long Bay – Dau Be island 2D/1N from Cat Ba in less touristy areas.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,460 reviews · from $170

Join Cat Ba Ventures for a small-group 2-day cruise from Cat Ba through Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays. Guides such as Ben, Tony, Tom, Hang, and Danny lead kayaking, cave visits, swimming, and meals aboard a traditional junk. Expect quieter waters, private cabins, and a few boat transfers.

“The whole experience was just amazing and well organized. Jack, our guide on the boat, was very helpful and took very good care. He took us to beautiful location away from the crowds. The boat, room and facilities were clean and comfy. DiRead more”

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3.2-Day Halong & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise with Balcony

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,300 reviews · from $188

Cruise from Hanoi to Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay in a private balcony cabin on a 5-star boat. You’ll kayak, swim, visit caves by bamboo boat, learn spring-roll making, join tai chi, and try squid fishing. English-speaking guides such as Jackie, Mike, Tom, and Hao lead the trip, while the exact cave and beach stops can change.

“From the moment we first got picked up all the team made us feel so special and I would recommend this trip and company 100% . 5 stars I would give this trip 11/10👍”

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4.Sapa 2 Days 1 Night From Hanoi – Overnight in Ta Van Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,669 reviews · from $59

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by air-conditioned bus, then hike through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai with an English-speaking local guide such as Khu, Su, May, or Cat. You’ll sleep in a village bungalow or stilt-house dorm, eat included meals, and return to Hanoi after a second day on the trail.

“Fantastic walking experience, lovely stay at La Tan village. Su was our guide amazing and so helpful ☀️”

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5.Mon Chéri Cruise 5 star: Unique 2 Days Tuan Chau – Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,422 reviews · from $195

Spend two days aboard Mon Chéri Cruises between Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay, with an overnight suite, Vietnamese meals, kayaking, swimming, a bamboo boat ride, cooking, and squid fishing. Pickup from Hanoi is available for an extra $20 each way. Expect a small group of up to 35 people and a polished cruise with time to slow down.

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6.Doris Cruise 5 star cruise 2 days visiting Halong Bay Lan Ha Bay private balcony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,338 reviews · from $235

Spend two days aboard Doris Cruise exploring Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay from Hanoi. You can kayak or swim at Tra Bau, row through Dark and Bright Cave, join tai chi and a cooking class, and relax on a private balcony. Staff members including Emily, Mona, and Jessica have been praised for attentive service and help with special food requests.

“Mona was really helpful and sweet with us and food was excellent in quality. We like our guide mona the most ❤️. View was excellent. Rooms were great and luxurious. We felt best here . And our guide Mona was really cooperative and sweet . Management was really great .”

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7.CozyBay Cruise-The Best Small Group 2D/1N inHalong-All inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,199 reviews · from $122

Spend two days and one night aboard Cozy Bay Cruise, traveling from Hanoi with an English-speaking guide such as Tam, Michael, James, or Charlie. You’ll visit Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island, kayak, join a cooking class, watch sunset, and sleep in a private air-conditioned cabin. Expect generous meals, a social small-group setting, and a boat that is comfortable but not luxurious.

“Definitely the highlight of our time in Vietnam. The cruise was gorgeous. Caves were super cool. Loved making spring rolls on the boat. Highly recommend this tour!”

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8.All inclusive Bhaya 2-Day Halong Bay Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,556 reviews · from $144

Spend two days and one night aboard a Bhaya cruise in Ha Long Bay, with a cabin, meals, cave visits, cooking, Tai Chi, and time on the water. You can join in Hanoi or at the Ha Long cruise center. Expect a polished, tightly scheduled trip, friendly service, and scenery that does much of the talking.

“Great tour, lovely staff, comfortable air conditioned rooms and amazing food!!! Highly recommend.”

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9.2-Day Luxury Halong Bay Aspira Cruise from Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,517 reviews · from $178

Spend one night aboard the 5-star Aspira Cruise in Lan Ha Bay, with a private balcony, sea-view bathtub, four meals, kayaking or bamboo boating, cooking, Tai Chi, squid fishing, and sunset views. Hanoi transfers cost extra, and weather or water conditions can change the cave visit.

“Excellent! Staffs are friendly and helpful, cant be better. Food is great and large portions. Dont eat snack or drink too much before dinner because they will give you a full set with a lot of food for dinner. Pick up is on time. Worth the money and must go”

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10.2-Day Halong Sapphire Cruise with Balcony Cabin

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,447 reviews

Spend one night aboard Sapphire Cruise, sailing among Halong and Lan Ha Bays’ limestone islands. You’ll kayak or ride a local boat to Dark and Bright Cave, swim from the vessel, join a spring-roll class, and enjoy meals, Tai Chi, and sunset activities. Guides such as Luc, also called Power, and Trae are known for warm, attentive service.

“Power is a wonderful host. Very hospitable and lively. Enjoyed our stay thoroughly Good food and relaxing atmosphere. Recommended.”

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11.Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,183 reviews · from $81

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho, Ben Tre, and Can Tho for boat rides, village visits, local food, and a 6:00am trip to Cai Rang Floating Market. You will also visit a rice noodle factory, make bánh xèo, and stay one night in a three-star hotel. Guides such as Bac, Phuc, Ele, and Ben are praised for clear English and good humor.

“Absolutely brilliant trip, would recommend! Our guide Vinny was wonderful and funny, the trip was very well organised and felt safe throughout. Despite it being a night away, there were regular stops site seeing which broke up the time spent on the bus. We stayed in a very nice hotel within the local town, which I can’t fault. Thank you! ⭐️”

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12.2-Day Lan Ha & Halong Bay 5 Stars Cruise with Balcony

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,147 reviews · from $162

Spend one night in a private balcony cabin on a 5-star cruise through Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay. You can kayak, swim, visit a cave, join a cooking class, watch sunrise Tai Chi, and enjoy meals onboard. Cruise managers such as Lucas help coordinate transfers and special requests, while the exact route depends on weather and tide.

“The whole arrangement was fantastic. Mr. Lucas was in touch throughout the whole trip and made sure that we were picked up and dropped off at our accommodations in Hanoi on time and that our trip was comfortable. Lee, who was our cruise manager, was charismatic and accommodating. He planned out a comfortable pace and fun activities to do on the cruise.”

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13.Orchid Cruises Halong Bay 2Day/1Night on 5 Star

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,136 reviews · from $420

Spend one night aboard Orchid Cruises, traveling from Hanoi to Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay in a private cabin with balcony. Expect included meals, entrance fees, a guide, Tai Chi, kayaking, cave exploration, and a cooking class. The cruise suits couples, families, and solo visitors, with a maximum of 30 people.

“An overnight cruise was definitely the right choice. This option gave ample time for not only enjoying the beautiful and peaceful atmosphere of Halong Bay, but also allowed us to get to know our fellow passengers, and to take part in intereRead more”

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14.Ha Long – Bai Tu Long Bay 2-Day 1-Night Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,113 reviews

Spend two days aboard Renea Cruise among the limestone islands of Ha Long and Bai Tu Long Bays. Kayak near Cap La Island, visit Thien Canh Son Cave, swim at Hon Co Island, make spring rolls, and join Tai Chi at sunrise. Guides such as Cong, Hung, Duc, and Peter are known for lively, personal hosting.

“a wonderful experience all round: return transport from Hanoi, checkin, staff, food and accommodation were all superb, highly recommended”

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15.Halong Bay Cruise 2 days 1 night from Hanoi included transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,061 reviews · from $168

Leave Hanoi’s Old Quarter by shuttle and spend one night aboard a Halong Bay cruise. You’ll visit a cave with sculptures, kayak, relax at a beach, join a Vietnamese cooking class, and wake to bay views. Cabins include bottled water, while meals, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Hanoi Old Quarter transfers are included.

“Good: - hotel pickup but it would have been nice to have a phone number for the coordinator! - boat was awesome. Our cabin was lovely and had key AC. Crew very nice. Food was great- it was like 8 courses each meal. Not as good: - every Read more”

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