Embark on a mesmerizing 2-day, 1-night adventure aboard the Amanda Luxury Cruise, where you’ll discover the enchanting beauty of Halong Bay from an entirely new perspective. This unforgettable journey will lead you to iconic destinations like Finger Island, Candle Island, Ba Trai Dao Island, and the picturesque Tra Bau fishing village.
Along the way, immerse yourself in the serene charm of Lan Ha Bay, a pristine paradise still untouched by mass tourism. Experience the thrill of kayaking or taking a bamboo boat ride, allowing you to get up close to the sparkling, crystal-clear waters that define this magical region. Indulge in a luxurious dining experience aboard the cruise, where you’ll savor exquisite meals served under the soft glow of candlelight, accompanied by the refreshing sea breeze. This captivating trip promises to create timeless memories that will linger long after the journey ends.
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Highlights
Hotel pickup should be confirmed and priced in the final offer because the published Exclusions list separately mentions the Hanoi transfer.
Depart from Tuan Chau Port and pass by landmarks such as Finger Island and Candle Island.
Enjoy lunch on the Amanda Luxury Cruise.
Explore Tra Bau fishing village.
Join the sunset party and cooking class on the cruise.
Participate in a Tai Chi session on the deck.
Discover Lan Ha Bay and visit the Dark and Bright Cave.
Row a bamboo boat or kayak to experience the authentic beauty of the limestone mountain
Overview
Cruise Name: Amanda
Number of boats: 01
Number of cabins: 20 cabins
Passenger berths: 40
Length: 56m
Width: 11m
Height: 11m
Crew members:32
Launching: November 2017
Cabins
1/ Amanda Luxury Suite
02 cabins (double bed)
02 nd floor: 45m2
2/ Senior Suite Cabin
06 cabins (Double/Twin)
02nd floor: 30m2
3/ Junior Suite Cabin
12 cabins (Double/Twin)
01st floor: 30m2
What to check before booking Amanda Luxury Cruise 2D1N
Vietnam Story’s current description places this cruise in Lan Ha Bay, mentioning Dark And Bright Cave. These details help compare route styles but do not establish a guaranteed excursion on your travel date. Start with our guide to Lan Ha Bay. Cave, village and beach excursions can differ between vessel programmes.
Dark and Bright Cave visits often involve transferring to smaller craft; confirm the current route. When choosing a cabin, ask about double versus twin bedding, the deck level, stairs, a child’s sleeping arrangement and any special food preparation. The family and senior cabin checklist can help separate practical needs from promotional descriptions.
Inclusions to resolve in writing
Hanoi transfer: The highlights or inclusions mention transport but the exclusions also mention it. Treat Hanoi pickup as unresolved until the operator confirms the price and meeting point.
Activities and meals: confirm any kayaking, cooking, beach visits, meal count and Indian vegetarian or Jain requirements for your exact sailing.
Booking terms: request the permitted itinerary, cabin category, extra charges, Tet/holiday supplement and weather or cancellation rules.
Ask for a tailored Vietnam Story quote: Tell our Vietnam-based team your travel dates, India departure airport, cabin count, ages and meal requirements. We can compare available bay cruise options and provide the agreed inclusions before payment.
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Sunshine03762139442
October 28, 2026
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One of our best experiences ever!
What a trip to Vietnam?! One of our most beautiful holidays. Special thanks to Ivy for the way she organised our tour. So flawless & amazing! Can’t wait to do this again!
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SLMunnings
October 28, 2026
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Aussies in Vietnam
this is our 5th TAD adventure. When booking you know where you are going but from experience we know it’s the Tour Leader that will make or break the trip. Tom greeted us and started with setting up a What’s App, a great idea, it is more than just helpful, it brings the team together, sharing & caring. it didn’t take long for everyone to jump onboard adding info, asking questions and adding /sharing photos. Tom sorted our rooms, handed out our keys, had Water everyday, paid ahead for entry to excursion destinations, organised for laundry etc which certainly ment less headaches for everyone ( upgrade) Organising the bus to save walking or taxi/uber ride (upgrade) With Tom’s wide smile, warm personality & good English we knew we were in good hands, always happy to help out and deal with our issues (they happen) As a tour leader we rate him AAA. If every tour guide followed his lead they would be a winner for their company & everyone taking their tour Thank you Tom for making our trip so enjoyable and stress free Sharon & Matt 🙏🫶
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T V
October 26, 2026
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Great experience
5 Stars – Excellent Tours and Wonderful Guides! We had an absolutely fantastic experience during our recent visit to Hanoi, Vietnam! We booked two private tours, and both exceeded our expectations. A very special thank you to our wonderful tour guides, Hung and Cathy, who made our time in Vietnam truly memorable. Both were incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and passionate about sharing the history, culture, and beauty of their country. Everything was exceptionally well organized, and the attention to detail throughout both tours was outstanding. Our guides went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable, enjoying themselves, and getting the most out of each experience. We especially appreciated their warm hospitality, flexibility, and willingness to answer all our questions. Their enthusiasm and personal touches made the tours even more enjoyable. Vietnam is a beautiful country with amazing people, and Hung and Cathy were wonderful ambassadors for it. We cannot thank the entire team enough for making our visit so special. We highly recommend their services to anyone visiting Vietnam and would absolutely book with them again! Thank you, Hung and Cathy, for the wonderful memories and exceptional hospitality!
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Prasanna T
October 23, 2026
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Excellent support
Excellent customer service and co ordination. Prompt and proactive support by Ms Ivy who made the experience more enjoyable.
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FarAway10075616666
October 23, 2026
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Nina is the best customised tour planner
Absolute fun and wonderful planning as per our liking. Not too tight schedule, relaxed, yet covered important places. Had good stay. Good time at beach, had fun parties, the cruise was wonderful. Nina helped us plan everything perfectly. Thanks nina.
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Paul H
October 23, 2026
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Lical expeeience in Hoi An
On a Trip A Deal tour, our local tour guide in Hoi An Dung was from this company and she wad amazing. Always going the extra mile to make our trip perfect.
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Karen A
October 23, 2026
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Ninh Binh day trip
Fabulous day trip to Ninh Binh with guide Hai Nguyen. Incredible experience for my first trip to Vietnam….. wonderful climb and then traditional row boats trip. Very informative and brilliant way to get to know a bit more about the country.
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Nazar N
October 22, 2026
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A Wonderful and Memorable Vietnam Trip! 🇻🇳 Thanks to Nina
We had a wonderful time exploring Vietnam, and the entire trip was smooth and well organised. Staying in Hanoi’s Old Quarter was a great experience, and we really enjoyed exploring the beautiful landscapes of Ninh Binh and taking the boat ride through Trang An. The highlight of our trip was the overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay. The stunning scenery, peaceful overnight stay, and morning kayaking made it a truly memorable experience. The limousine transfers were also comfortable and hassle-free throughout the trip. A special thanks to Nina for helping customise our itinerary and patiently answering all my questions from day one. Her support and guidance made the planning process much easier and gave us confidence before the trip. Overall, everything went smoothly, and we returned home with lots of beautiful memories. Thanks to Nina and the entire team for making our Vietnam trip such a wonderful experience. Highly recommended. 😊❤️
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Krishna Sowjany... G
October 22, 2026
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An Excellent Guide – Thank You, Hai Nguyen!
An Excellent Guide – Thank You, Hai Nguyen! Hai Nguyen made our Vietnam trip truly memorable! He was punctual, friendly, patient, and incredibly helpful throughout our time with him. He explained everything so well that we could appreciate not just the places we visited, but also the culture and stories behind them. What touched me most was his willingness to go the extra mile. At Mua Cave, he patiently helped me climb the steps and encouraged me along the way. He also helped us take lovely photographs, assisted us with shopping, and took us to a place selling beautiful bamboo products. His suggestions to visit the night market and take an evening walk around the lake added some wonderful experiences to our trip that we might otherwise have missed. Hai was always considerate, and attentive to our needs. His warmth and genuine helpfulness made us feel comfortable and well looked after. It is these little gestures and personal touches that make a trip memorable, and Hai certainly made a difference to ours. Thank you, Hai, for your kindness, patience, and for helping us create such lovely memories in Vietnam. We are so glad we had you as our guide and would wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone visiting Vietnam. You made our trip extra special!
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nishant v
October 21, 2026
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Title: A lovely Vietnam trip with great support from Nina and Ivy
We had a wonderful time in Vietnam and came home with so many lovely memories. A big thank you to Nina for arranging our trip and to Ivy for helping us throughout the tour. Having the hotels and transfers organised made travelling between destinations much easier. When our flight timing changed, we appreciated having someone to contact and help us work through the arrangements. We really enjoyed exploring Vietnam together, and we’re grateful to everyone who helped make the trip a success. Thank you, Nina and Ivy, for looking after us. We would happily recommend your team to friends and family planning a visit to Vietnam!
Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Harbor, guests will be transferred to the main boat by tender. Welcome to the Amanda Luxury Cruise, where our cruise manager will deliver a briefing on the cruise and safety instructions. Guests will then check in to their cabins.
12:00: Departure from Tuan Chau Harbor.
Enjoy a welcome drink while the Amanda Luxury Cruise begins its sail into the magnificent Halong Bay – an extension of the Halong Wonder that is much quieter and has fewer tourists. The cruise will pass famous landmarks such as the Finger Islet and Candle Islet, as well as thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands.
13:00: Lunch on board.
Guests will be served a fabulous lunch while cruising along the stunning Halong Bay.
15:30: Explore Tra Bau floating village. Depending on the weather, guests will have two options for exploring the area:
Option 1: Swimming at Ba Trai Dao Island.
Option 2: Our small boat will take guests to visit a fishing village named Tra Bau to join a kayaking experience and explore the Tra Bau area – the famous filming location for Kong Skull Island (King Kong) in Quang Ninh in 2018.
17:00 – 18:00: Sunset party, happy hour, and cooking class.
Return to the Amanda Luxury Cruise and relax on board while enjoying the Sunset Party and Happy Hour deal. Guests can also participate in the cooking demonstration and learn more about Vietnamese culinary culture. Our cruise chef will show and guide guests on how to make traditional Vietnamese dishes such as fresh or dried spring rolls, and/or how to carve different kinds of vegetables and fruits.
19:00: Dinner on board.
Guests can savor delicious local food prepared and served by our wonderful on-board catering staff while taking in the incredible night view of Lan Ha Bay.
21:00 – 23:00: Overnight activities.
Enjoy various activities on board such as squid fishing, drinks at the bar, movies, spa therapy, or just relax in your room.
6:00 – 7:00: Start your day with a Tai Chi class on the sundeck of the Amanda Luxury Cruise, while enjoying the fresh air and peaceful surroundings.
Have a light breakfast on board as the cruise continues to pass by amazing karst towers.
8:00: Explore Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay by visiting the Dark and Bright cave, famous for its pristine natural beauty and attractive seascape. Take some memorable photos of the romantic and lyrical local sights. Enjoy an interesting activity of bamboo boat or kayaking to discover the truest beauty of the limestone mountains and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay.
9:00: Return to the cruise for check-out.
10:00: Enjoy a well-prepared brunch while the Amanda Luxury Cruise slowly navigates through emerald waters and thousands of karst mountains towards the harbor.
11:00 – 11:30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor and book in advance for a bus transfer service by the highway from Halong to Hanoi.
15:00 – 16:00: Arrive at your hotel.
Price table list
Services
Price Net/ Person
Cruise cost only
Sharing cabin
Single cabin
Junior Suite (1st floor, with private balcony)
Junior Suite connecting door
135 USD
(11,761 INR)
230 USD
(19,994 INR)
Senior Suite (2nd floor, with private balcony)
Suite connecting door
150 USD
(13,068 INR)
255 USD
(22,216 INR)
Royal suite cabin (2nd floor, with private terrace)
165 USD
(14,375 INR)
281 USD
(24,437 INR)
Limousine bus 2 ways Hanoi – Ha long- Hanoi
25 USD
(2,178 INR)
Children Policy
Under 5 years old:
Children under 5 years old sharing the full price cabin with adults: Free of charge (Limited to 1 child/1 cabin).
From 2nd children: Charged 50% adult (without extra bed).
From 5 to 10 years old:
01 Child stays in the double/twin cabin with 2 adults: charged 75% adult.
From 11 years old:
Children from 11 years old will be charged as adults
Two children below 11 years stay in a private cabin are charged at 100% of the full cabin rate.
Cancellation policy for Tours
30% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled 5 days before departure
50% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled between 48 hours – 72 hours before departure
75% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled between 24 hours – 48 hours before departure
100% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled less than 24 hours before departure or no show
Interactive tour route
Route Map
Follow the tour route from Halong Bay to Hanoi and explore each destination in journey order.
Start
Halong Bay
End
Hanoi
Duration
2 days 1 night
Route map and ordered stops
The interactive route map enhances the ordered tour stops shown beside it. If the map is unavailable, the complete route remains readable in the list.
Days 1–2
Amanda Luxury Cruise Trip Day 1; Amanda Luxury Cruise Trip Day 2
Tea, coffee, bottled mineral water and amenities according to room standards.
All meals on board
Foot bath basin in the room and free herbal bags
Fruit in all rooms
Kayaking and swimming in Tra Bau
Rowing Boat
Cooking Class
Afternoon Tea
Wifi on board
Complementary room setup for birthday (if any), wedding anniversary, honeymoon
Sightseeing tickets
Service fee and insurance as required in sightseeing tickets.
TAX
Personal expenses
Tipping for tour guide and driver
Others not mentioned nor specified above
Surcharge for holidays: 2 Sept, 24 Dec – Christmas, 31 Dec, Tet (Lunar New Year; applicable dates and any supplier surcharge to be confirmed in your written quote)
Transfers Hanoi – Ha long – Hanoi by shuttle limousine
We have a minimum age requirement of 18 years old to join the tour. Group members aged 16-17 years old are welcome to join the tour but only with a family member that will act as their guardian whilst on tour. Aside from that, no age requirements at all!
Our tour run everyday, but our main focus are private tours for small group like couple or family. To request a customized tour, please note it down in your special request, send us your detail requirement and we will work closely with you to tailor your unforgettable trips.
Incase you cannot find your tour guide/airport representative, please stay calm, stay where you are and contact the tour guide that we provided or contact us to tell your address, we will contact our tour guide/ representative to looking for you as soon as possible.
Pease note that most of Halong bay trips are group tours, that means you will share the limousine transport with other guests to save your money but still feel comfortable. If you would like to get the private transfer, please contact us at anytime to get the deal.
