VIETNAM
Vietnam's standout days.
The 15 most popular cruises & boat tours in Vietnam. What each day is actually like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Hanoi to Ha Long Bay day cruise: Sung Sot Cave, Luon kayaking, Titop swim, seafood lunch, and wine sunset party.
“Sunny was a great guide! We made the most out of the day and enjoyed a relaxing day with great tips and info. We also got vegetarian food on the ship. Highly recommend the tour with Sunny!”
Full-day Ha Long Bay cruise from Hanoi with Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave kayaking, Titop Island swim and hike, plus a sunset party.
“Ken was a great guide! He was amazing at keeping track of a bus full of people and explaining everything to us and keeping us informed of all the different options of various activities we could do throughout the day and letting us know what time we needed to meet back up. Also, he’s pretty…”
Full-day Ninh Binh tour from Hanoi with Hoa Lu history, Tam Coc bamboo-boat views, and a 500-step Mua Cave climb, plus optional biking.
“I liked it better then ha long bay! Cycling was great. Go hiking as high as possible. I'd even recommend to stay there for a night!”
Hoi An cooking class with market shopping, bamboo basket boats, net fishing, and a hands-on meal. Small groups, recipes included.
“We had SO much fun on this cooking class — it was truly one of the most memorable experiences of our trip! Everything was beautifully organised, from the visit to the local market, to the basket boat ride, to trying our hand at traditional fishinRead more”
One-day Ha Long Bay cruise from Hanoi with Suong Sot Cave, Titop Island, kayaking or bamboo boat, buffet lunch, and a sunset party.
“Very well organised tour. Such a beautiful place to visit. Our tour guide, Duc was very knowledgeable and we were kept well informed throughout the day.”
2-day Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay 5-star cruise with balcony cabin, kayaking, caves, spring-roll cooking class, tai chi, and squid fishing.
“the cruise was absolutely amazing! the boat is beautiful and the room very comfortable. the activity were even better than I imagine . the food is delicious and served like in a gastronomic restaurants. finally the crew is adorable and present any time day and night to answer at your demande especially miss hao she…”
Small-group day trip from Ho Chi Minh City covering Củ Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta, with boat rides, music, and lunch included.
“It was a great tour. We went to Cu Chi tunnels and our tour guide Neim provided us with a lot of information about the war. The tunnels were a great experience to go in. We then drove to Mekong delta and enjoyed visiting the islands. It was a all Day tour and very well…”
Two-day Halong Bay cruise from Tuan Chau with air-conditioned private cabins, Sung Sot Cave, kayaking option, and included meals.
“What a different a day made. We had an amazing 24 hours during this overnight cruises. Good schedule, good food and good services.”
Mekong Delta day trip from Ho Chi Minh City: My Tho boat islands, coconut village tastings, Khot cake cooking, and Vinh Trang Pagoda.
“Well organised with great communication. Make sure you bring lots of small $$ 50,000 and 100,000 dong etc. as the tour guide discussed the importance of tipping during the various parts of the day. Overall the tour was perfect for a touristy day trip from HCMC. We didn't sleep great the night before as our…”
2-day Doris Cruise from Hanoi with a private balcony, kayaking in Lan Ha Bay, tai chi, cave visits, and all meals included for $235.
“The whole experience was great . Specially Emily treated us very well . She took care the whole group , asked for well being and food and everything . Big thanks 😊”
Spend 9 hours in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta by motorboat, rowboat, and tuk-tuk, with fruit, honey tea, coconut candy, and folk music.
“Phong was energetic, funny and very informative. He’s a great guide.”
Hoi An half-day market, bamboo basket boat through coconut palms, and a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class for about $17 with lunch or dinner.
“Perfect activity made loads of food and was in a lovely location”
Small-group 2-day Ha Long Bay cruise from Hanoi with A/C cabin, kayaking, cave visits, cooking class, and onboard meals for $122.
“Had a good time in this tour. We were picked up on time at our hotel and was taken to the boat as well. Once at the cruise boat, we were well taken care of and given food with special request as well”
Hoi An night lantern boat trip on the Hoai/Thu Bồn River. Release a paper lantern from a private wooden boat with your group.
“It was a beautiful experience. The guide and boatman were very helpful.”
2-day all-inclusive Halong Bay cruise from Hanoi with ocean-view junior cabin, Luon Cave kayaking, Ti Top Island, Sung Sot Cave, meals and Wi‑Fi.
“Absolutely fabulous. Beyond expectation. Traveled with my husband and 2 kids 4 and 6 yrs old. Everyone was so accommodating.”
