Look for Ambassador. They r popular but busy. They also have dinner trip with fireworks
Update: Kayaking is ok now with Catamaran/p>
a short tour leaving in the afternoon is an option also. This's the way to visit Thien Cung and Dau Go cave those are less touristy always
Yeah, this May has definitely been more unstable than usual. Lots of sudden rain and thunderstorms lately. The good news is that it usually doesn’t ...
Look for Halong Bay Transfers or use taxi at cruise port
Private transfer is worth considering if you're going straight to the airport.Much smoother than waiting for a shared shuttle to drop other passengers...
Early June is actually when summer holidays begin for students in Vietnam, so Halong gets much busier around that time.If possible, try to avoid Satur...
To be honest, during a public holiday, avoiding crowds completely is almost impossible.You’re traveling right at the end of a long break, which is whe...
You’re actually very lucky with your timing.Around May 1, Halong hosts a big festival with parades, live performances, and even fireworks launched fro...
look for Catherine Horizon
Yes, the classic Halong Bay day route can get quite crowded.Most cruises follow the same itinerary: - Thien Cung cave- Sung Sot Cave - Titov Island ...
Group tours are definitely more budget friendly. They’re also a good option if you enjoy a social atmosphere and don’t mind being around other travele...
Vietnam mainly celebrates Lunar New Year, not Western New Year like in the US or UK. So you won’t see a full shutdown like in some countries Western...
In Halong Bay, light rain usually doesn’t stop shore excursions. Most tours (Halong, Hanoi, Ninh Binh) still operate as normal, just with slightly l...
After your overnight cruise, you’ll get all your luggage back at the harbor.From there, you can bring it onto the day cruise with you.Most people just...
If you want to experience both, you’ll need to combine itineraries yourself.A common way is:- 2D1N Bai Tu Long Bay cruise first - Then a day tour to H...
If you depart from Cat Ba, you’ll usually get more flexible options. There are shorter tours 5–6 hours, full-day trips, speedboat tours, or even just ...
A good backup plan is to stay in Halong for a night or switch to another destination. Ninh Binh is a popular alternative, and interestingly, the weath...
There’s also a beach on Tuan Chau that’s free to access. Nice for a walk in the evening, though it’s not the most spectacular beach in the area. I...
Staying one night on Tuan Chau can make sense if you want a slower, more relaxed schedule. Especially if you're planning to take the ferry to Cat Ba t...