Halong Bay Holidays

Experience the very best in comfort, style and fine dining during off-the-beaten-track itinerary which will take you beyond Halong Bay to explore the more secluded shores of its lesser-known neighbouring bays. Enjoy activities such as t’ai chi, kayaking, cave explorations and fruit carving demonstrations. There are 32 spacious cabins, most of which have private balconies offering views from the side of the ship. The excellent facilities include a bar, open-air Jacuzzi, boutique library and restaurant serving a fusion of Vietnamese and western dishes including freshly caught seafood and seasonal fresh produce.

The newly refubished Bhaya Classic fleet varies in size and features 15-20 en suite cabins. The classic style of the vessel reflects Vietnam’s heritage and there is a relaxed, informal feel on board.  Bhaya Cruise is committed to preserving the environment and supporting the local community with several initiatives. Bhaya Cruises is a vital supporter of the Save the Langur campaign to protect the endangered primates on Cat Ba Island by selling merchandise onboard to support the campaign. There is a zero single-use plastic policy on board, and every year, staff participate in an annual clean-up event to remove waste around the bay. Bhaya Cruises also works with Viet Hai villagers and Cat Ba Island authorities to support the livelihood development of local people and encourage passengers of Bhaya Cruises to enjoy organic vegetables and fruits produced by Viet Hai farmers.

This is a great introduction to the main sights of Northern Vietnam but there are plenty of ways to adapt this itinerary and personalise it to your interests, including staying at your choice of hotels and adding in additional experiences. We recommend adding this itinerary before exploring Central Vietnam or choosing one of the beach resorts on the east or southern coasts.

Experience the very best in comfort, style and fine dining during off-the-beaten-track itinerary which will take you beyond Halong Bay to explore the more secluded shores of its lesser-known neighbouring bays. Enjoy activities such as t’ai chi, kayaking, cave explorations and cooking classes.

Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Bangkok vie to be your favourite city on this wide-ranging itinerary, with urban adventures blended with a cruise through Halong Bay, temple discoveries in Siem Reap, and downtime on the beach in Phuket.

Hanoi is the perfect springboard for your journey, awakening your senses in your first three days. Moving through ever-changing gears, you’ll cruise Halong Bay, boat along the Perfume River, and get swept up in the melee of Ho Chi Minh city, ending on a reflective note in the temples of Siem Reap.

The journey begins in Vietnam, with your first two weeks getting to know Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City. Then you’ll head to Cambodia, starting in its busy capital before swapping the bustle of Phnom Penh for the tranquillity of Angkor. A final stop in Laos has you exploring gilded wats and splendid Indochinese villas.

Board a traditional junk boat to weave through the emerald waters and limestone pillars of Halong Bay. This sensationally beautiful part of Vietnam is perfect for swimming and kayaking, and you can venture into caves and grottoes to marvel at stalactites and stalagmites. You’ll stay in a Deluxe Cabin for two nights on a small ship where there’s a restaurant and sundeck to enjoy as you sail. Start your mornings with Tai Chi on deck before plunging into the water to swim or simply find a quiet patch to relax.

Bhaya Premium Cruises provide a more exclusive way of experiencing the beauty of Halong Bay. The ships are smaller, with just three to seven cabins and a maximum of 16 passengers, and one of the highest crew-to-guest ratios in the region. This one-night cruise takes you to the Trinh Nu area and the impressive Sung Sot Cave and includes a host of on-board experiences such as Tai Chi on the deck and the chance to create authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

The maximum number of cabins aboard is just seven and the largest group of guests is 16; these mpre intimate cruises have one of the highest crew-to-guest rations in the bay meaning that the service is second to none. Cruise highlights include a few cave explorations, a visit to a floating village and kayaking in the private Tuag Sau area.

Step out your comfort zone and head to Vietnam on this two-week adventure with all the family. Whether you want to bring your child's history lessons to life or you're travelling with a teenager that has a never ending appetite, this itinerary has something for everyone. Hopping between Vietnam's more modern cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, the historical sites of Hue and the emerald green waters of Halong Bay, you'll get to tick off all the main sights of Vietnam.