Let Dragon Bay Cruise open the door to a world of luxury and serenity in the heart of the magical Lan Ha Bay. Here, every passing moment is a delicate pause – an exquisite harmony between elegance and natural beauty. With 26 lavish rooms and suites, you’ll discover masterpieces of design, where each private space features a sea-view balcony – your front-row seat to breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. Unwind on the spacious sundeck, immerse yourself in the cool blue waters of the infinity pool, or savor refined Asian and European flavors in the elegant restaurant. Dragon Bay promises an unforgettable getaway, where you are free to explore the untouched charm of Lan Ha Bay.
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Highlights
Visit Dark and Bright Cave, famous for its pristine natural beauty and poetic charm.
Explore Viet Hai Village – a peaceful traditional fishing village with stunning natural landscapes, best discovered by bicycle.
Swim at Ba Trai Dao Beach.
Discover Tra Bau Floating Village.
Is Dragon Bay Premium Cruise 3D2N suitable for your Vietnam trip?
This three-day, two-night cruise currently lists Cat Ba in its route overview (Lan Ha Bay). It is a planning outline rather than a promise that every stop runs on every departure. Compare the itinerary with our the Cat Ba and Lan Ha Bay geography. Cat Ba visits should be checked against the ship’s tender and day-trip plan, not assumed from the route label.
Before choosing an extra night on board, ask what genuinely changes on the second full day—sailing area, excursions, transfer to a smaller boat or free time. See our day cruise, 2D1N and 3D2N comparison. For Indian families and mixed-age groups, confirm stairs, room occupancy, accessible boarding and whether vegetarian or Jain dishes can be prepared to your exact requirements.
What to confirm in the current quotation
Cabin and activities: check vessel name, bed configuration, deck access, permitted itinerary and what is optional or weather-dependent.
Transport: Hanoi–bay transport appears in the exclusions; request a firm pickup point, vehicle and price.
Rates and terms: The Tour Notes contain a historical cabin price table. Do not rely on the displayed USD or INR amounts without a new written quotation. Ask separately about holiday surcharges, drinks, personal costs and the applicable cancellation/weather policy.
Plan with Vietnam Story: Send our Vietnam-based team your India departure city, Vietnam dates, group size, cabin preference, ages and dietary requirements. We can compare this vessel with the Ha Long Bay cruise collection and confirm an available route and inclusions in writing before deposit.
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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!
12:00: Transferred by tender. Embark on Dragon Bay Cruises and receive a warm welcome while enjoying the welcome drink, our cruise manager will deliver the cruise briefing and safety introduction. After that, you will check in at your cabin.
13:00: Inviting lunch is served while Dragon Bay Cruises set sail into magnificent Ha Long Bay – an extension of Ha long Wonder which is much quieter and less crowded. We will pass by the famous Finger Islet, Candle Islet, and thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands.
15:30: We will visit the Dark and Bright cave, famous for its pristine natural beauty and poetic features, which is one of the most attractive seascapes of Lan Ha Bay. Here you will take some photos of the romantic, lyrical local see-sights. This is also the best time for everyone to enjoy kayaking/sightseeing by bamboo boat.
Afterward, visitors immerse in the emerald-like green water of Lan Ha Bay with exciting swimming activities; an interesting activity to discover the truest beauty of the Limestone Mountains and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay.
17:00 – 18:00: Back to Dragon Bay and relax on the cruise. It’s time for Sunset in Ha Long Bay, a moment you will keep telling your friends/family about it. It’s not only the outstanding scenery but we also can feel the atmosphere, the temperature, and the magnificence of nature. Enjoy our “Sunset Party “and a special offer from the bar to celebrate this moment.
Cooking Demonstration is an onboard activity that helps passengers not only to sample fine cuisine but also learn more about Vietnamese culinary culture. Cruise Chef will show and guide you on how to make Vietnamese traditional dishes such as fresh or dried springing rolls and/ or how to carve different kinds of vegetables and fruits. You may be invited to participate in a fun competition with other passengers to find who is the fastest to make the dish. Finally, you can have your dish of food, enjoin yourself or share it with your companions. An interesting activity for those who love cooking and cuisine!
Before dinner, our experienced captain will choose the most tranquil area to anchor overnight.
19:00: Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff, night view on Lan Ha Bay is incredible with the sound of the ocean.
Enjoy overnight activities on board as squid fishing, and fabulous drinks at our bars, movies, spa therapy, or just relax in your room. Overnight at your cabin.
06:00: Be an early bird for a photo hunt and join our Tai-chi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind. If you enjoyed the sunset, we believe that you would love to see the sunrise on the bay.
07:00: Dragon Bay Cruises continues to pass by amazing karst towers while tea, coffee, and light breakfast are served with fresh air and peaceful surroundings.
08:30: You will be transferred to the day tour cruise to visit the bay to go further to Cat Ba Island. You start the journey to discover Viet Haivillage – a peaceful traditional fishing village with beautiful naturistic scenery by bike, through vast rice fields. We will rest and visit the old local house made from straw, mud, bamboo, etc. We will have chance to talk with the locals to understand about their daily life.
12:00: Return to the day tour cruise. You will be served lunch with a variety of dishes on the cruise.
14:00: The cruise takes you to the pristine beach area- Ba Trai Dao beach. This is the most beautiful beach in Lan Ha Bay with nature amazing white sand, very quiet and less tourists, you are free to swim or participate in kayaking activity.
16:30: Return to Dragon Bay Cruise. You will be watching the sunset fall on Lan Ha Bay, immersed in soothing or vibrant music, sipping a cocktail.
19:15: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant on Dragon Bay Cruise.
20:45 – 00:00: Enjoy the nightlife of Halong Bay from the deck. Immerse yourself in music, enjoy a glass of cocktail from the bar, sing karaoke and relax on the cruise. Otherwise, you can fish squid with the sailors or simply relax in the room and watch Halong Bay from the balcony.
06:00: Be an early bird for a photo hunt and join our Tai-chi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind. If you enjoyed the sunset, we believe that you would love to see the sunrise on the bay.
07:00: Dragon Bay Cruises continues to pass by amazing karst towers while tea, coffee, and light breakfast are served with fresh air and peaceful surroundings.
08:00: Explore Tra Bau floating village.
Our small boat brings you to visit a fishing village names “Tra Bau” to join the kayaking experience to explore the Tra Bau area – the famous filming location for Kong Skull Island (King Kong) in Quang Ninh in 2018. You can visit the fish raft and interact with local fishermen to explore daily life and traditional fishing methods. Our conveyer boat will pass slowly through the pearl farming village so you can see how the locals cultivate pearls.
09:30: Back to the boat for chck-out.
10:00: Brunch time.
During the time, a well-prepared lunch is served. Our Cruises slowly navigates emerald water and thousands of Karst Mountains towards the Harbor.
11:30 – 12:00: Bus transfer service by the highway from Ha Long to Hanoi is available for booking in advance. Arrive at your hotel at around 16:00 – 16:30, end of an unforgettable trip.
Price USD/person
Type of cabin
Double/ Twin cabin
Single cabin
298
482
Deluxe room – 1st floor
321
530
Executive room – 2nd floor
321
Connect Family – 3rd floor
Price table list
Services
Price Net/ Person
Cruise cost only
Sharing cabin
Single cabin
Deluxe room – 1st floor
250 USD(21,780 INR)
380 USD(33,106 INR)
Executive room – 2nd floor
250 USD(23,522 INR)
420 USD(36,590 INR)
Connect Family – 3rd floor
270 USD(23,522 INR)
N/A
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.
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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 Hanoi to Hanoi and explore each destination in journey order.
Start
Hanoi
End
Hanoi
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
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.
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
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
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)
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.