Are you looking for a luxurious getaway that combines elegance with unforgettable experiences? Join Doris Cruise on a spectacular 2-day, 1-night journey to explore the mystical beauty of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature as you visit enchanting caves like the Dark and Bright Cave, experience the serene life of a fishing village and savor exquisite meals freshly prepared onboard. In addition, indulge in exciting activities such as kayaking on crystal-clear waters, cooking classes with professional chefs, Tai Chi practice, squid fishing at night, and witnessing a breathtaking sunset over the bay. Let Doris Cruise create an unforgettable escape filled with incredible memories!
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Highlights
Our driver will pick you up at your hotel.
Enjoy lunch on the cruise while taking in the majestic natural scenery of Ha Long Bay.
As the cruise passes by Thumb Island, and Gia Luan Pier in Lan Ha Bay, you can relax, swim, or sunbathe on the deck.
Join a cooking class led by the head chef.
Participate in a Tai Chi class on the deck.
Explore the Dark and Bright Cave by kayaking or taking a bamboo boat.
The cruise will dock at Tuan Chau Harbor, marking the end of your journey, and you’ll return to Hanoi by limousine.
Fleet
Port Location: No 35, Tuan Chau Harbor
Exterior: Luxury Modern Cruise
Capacity: 59 passengers
Outdoor Jacuzzi (open year-round)
Doris Cruise is guaranteed the best safety level based on the high requirement from Local Authority on overnight on board. Our fleet’s vessel updated the new and safety equipment to an overnight cruise in all sea and even in bad weather conditions. All our private cabins are equipped with alarm devices linked to a central control.
Doris Cruise is also fully equipped with fire extinguishers, hydrants and hoses, life jackets and clear emergency instructions.
Doris Restaurant & Bar locates on the 3rd floor offer with panoramic opening view of the Bay. Customers can be connected with the amazing beauty of Lan Ha Bay while enjoying the meals by day and night.
Doris Sundeck: With a square of 350m2 on spacious sundeck, Cooking class, Taichi class and Afternoon tea are available for you to join.
What we’d verify before booking Doris Cruise 2D1N
On an overnight Lan Ha Bay cruise, the actual cabin, permitted sailing route and weather alternatives matter more than a generic “luxury” label. Ask the operator to confirm the boarding port, room deck, bed configuration and any stairs or smaller boats involved in excursions. If travelling with parents or children, use our cruise cabin and accessibility checklist to compare vessels.
Request your Vietnam Story sailing quote: Send the departure date, passenger count, guest ages, preferred cabin setup and any vegetarian or Jain food requirements. Our Vietnam-based team can check the specific ship, included transfers, meals, activities, holiday surcharges and cancellation conditions for your dates. Review other Ha Long Bay cruise options before deciding.
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Hear From Travelers Who Experienced Vietnam With Vietnamstory.in
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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!
08:00 – 08:30: Our driver will pick you up at your hotel.
09:00: Departure to Halong Bay for around 2.5 Hours with 20 minutes short break.
11:30 – 12:00: Arrive Tuan Chau harbor.
12:00 – 12:30: Get transfer to Doris Cruise by a tender boat.
At around 13:00: Warmly welcome to Doris Cruise and enjoy Welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines.
Enjoy the lunch while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.
Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor were belonged to Lan Ha Bay. Drop anchor for swimming or just simply sunbathe on the cruise (private, wild and fresh air).
Head back toward the sleeping area.
Check-in your cabin.
17:30: Come back to Doris Cruise and participate in our sunset party. Take photos and relax.
18:30: Join cooking class guided directly by Chef of Doris Halong Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam.
19:00: It is time for your romantic dinner.
21:00: You are free for relaxing on cruise. Playing games, squid fishing, relaxing with massage service (on request) and stay overnight on the Doris Cruise.
06:30: Early morning sun risers and you can enjoy Tai-chi lesson on the sundeck.
07:00 – 07:45: Have breakfast while cruising on the beautiful bay.
08:00: Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Dark & Bright Cave. Take your option either exploring the cave yourself on kayak or comfortably on local bamboo boat rowed by the locals.
09:30: Check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay.
10:00: Enjoy the brunch on the cruise with Vietnamese cuisine.
10:45: You will be transferred by tender to Tuan Chau Harbor.
11:30: Doris Cruise are landing Tuan Chau Harbor, tourist say goodbye to sailors and finish the cruise.
12:00 – 12:30: Return to Hanoi by the limousine.
15:00 – 15:15: Arrive in Hanoi.
Price table list
Services
Price Net/ Person
Cruise cost only
Sharing cabin
Single cabin
Junior Balcony Suite (1st floor)
155 USD
(13,504 INR)
279 USD
(24,306 INR)
Senior balcony suite (2nd floor)
165 USD
(14,375 INR)
297 USD
(25,875 INR)
Executive Suite with Terrace (2nd floor)
205 USD
(17,860 INR)
369 USD
(32,147 INR)
Honeymoon Suite with Terrace (3rd floor)
230 USD
(20,038 INR)
414 USD
(36,068 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 under 8 years old:
01 Child stays in the double/twin cabin with 2 adults: charged 50% adult.
From 8 to under 12 years old:
01 Child stays in the double/twin cabin with 2 adults: charged 75% adult.
From 12 years old:
Children from 11 years old will be charged as adults.
Cancellation policy for Tours & Tour Packages Reservations
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
DAY 01: Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay – Ba Tra Dao/ Tra Bau (L/D); Day 02: Lan Ha Bay – Dark…
Full equipped luxury en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water
All meals on board (02 lunches, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast)
Complimentary 02 bottled mineral water inside the cabin
Complimentary morning tea and coffee
Welcome drink
Tai Chi
Cookery demonstration
Entrance and sightseeing fees
Local rowing boat or Kayaking
Fruits and local wine party
Internet Wi-Fi on dining room
Fishing equipment
English speaking guide
On board insurance and service charges
TAX
Travel Insurance
Personal expenses
Tipping for tour guide and driver
Others not mentioned
Holiday surcharges: Sailing during Tet, Vietnamese public holidays, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve or major festival periods may affect cruise rates. Vietnam Story will confirm any applicable supplier surcharge in writing for your exact departure date.
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.
