Cruises  /  3 Days / 2 Nights

Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay · Overnight cruise

Aqua Luxury Cruise

New-Generation Boutique Luxury in Lan Ha Bay

3 Days / 2 Nights

Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay

The Cruise

3 Days / 2 Nights aboard the Aqua Luxury Cruise.

Aqua Luxury Cruise is one of the newest premium vessels in Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay, offering a boutique experience across 32 modern cabins with spacious balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows for uninterrupted views of the limestone landscape. Designed for travelers who appreciate style and comfort, the cruise blends contemporary facilities with warm Vietnamese hospitality. Onboard you'll find a panoramic sundeck, elegant restaurant, sky bar, spa rooms, and a range of activities for both relaxation and adventure.

Cabins & Suites

Where you'll stay aboard.

Junior Suite Balcony
28m² · Private balcony · Sea view
28m² superior cabin with a private balcony, floor-to-ceiling sea-view windows and premium bedding.
Junior Connecting Balcony
32m² · Private balcony · Sea view
32m² junior suite with private balcony, panoramic windows and a marble bathroom.
Junior Triple Balcony
38m² · Private balcony · Sea view
38m² senior suite with a private balcony, sea-view windows and refined contemporary interiors.
Queen Suite Balcony
40m² · Private balcony · Sea view
40m² suite with a private balcony, floor-to-ceiling windows and an ocean-view bathtub.
King Suite Terrace
Up to 45m² · Private balcony · Sea view
The flagship suite, up to 45m², with a generous private balcony and the bay's finest panoramic views.

The Itinerary

How your 3 days / 2 nights unfolds.

Day 1
Hanoi → Ha Long → Lan Ha Bay → Tra Bau
08:00–08:30Pick-up from your Hanoi Old Quarter hotel and transfer to the coast with a short rest stop.
11:45Arrive at Tuan Chau International Port and complete check-in at the waiting lounge.
12:30Transfer to the Aqua Luxury by speedboat and settle into your cabin.
13:00Buffet lunch as the cruise sails through Ha Long Bay into the quieter Lan Ha Bay.
14:45Arrive at Tra Bau in Lan Ha Bay for kayaking and swimming in the clear water.
17:00Sunset on the sundeck, a sunset party, and a Vietnamese cooking class.
19:00Dinner on board, then card games, karaoke or squid fishing. Overnight on board.
Day 2
Tai Chi → Quay To Kayaking → Ba Trai Dao Beach
06:00Optional sunrise Tai Chi on the sundeck.
07:00Breakfast as the cruise moves between the islands of the bay.
12:30Lunch on board, surrounded by the quiet scenery.
14:00Kayak the Quay To area among limestone karsts and floating fishing villages, or relax and swim at Ba Trai Dao Beach.
16:00Return to the cruise for a sunset party and a traditional cake-making session.
19:30Dinner on board; evening at leisure with the bar, squid fishing or karaoke. Overnight on board.
Day 3
Military Hospital Cave → Brunch → Hanoi
06:00Tai Chi on the sundeck for early risers.
06:30Breakfast at the restaurant.
07:15Visit the Military Hospital Cave (Quan Y Cave) on Cat Ba Island, a wartime field hospital built inside the limestone.
09:30Return to the cruise and check out.
09:45Brunch as the cruise heads back toward Tuan Chau Marina.
11:20Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina and transfer back to Hanoi, arriving mid-afternoon. End of trip.

Highlights

What makes it special.

The cabins

Thirty-two balcony cabins

Every cabin has a balcony and floor-to-ceiling windows, so the limestone landscape is in view from inside as well as out.

On board

Sundeck, spa and sky bar

Facilities run to a panoramic sundeck, an elegant restaurant, a sky bar, spa rooms, a gym and a lounge.

On the water

Kayaking and cave visits

Days include kayaking, swimming and cave visits, with a sunset party, squid fishing and Tai Chi also on the programme.

The feel

Boutique and uncrowded

Run as a boutique operation rather than a big ship - uncrowded, with personalised service and warm Vietnamese hospitality.

Cabins at a glance

Every grade aboard Aqua Luxury Cruise, side by side.

Cabin grades aboard Aqua Luxury Cruise
CabinSizeOutlook
Junior Suite Balcony28m²Private balcony · Sea view
Junior Connecting Balcony32m²Private balcony · Sea view
Junior Triple Balcony38m²Private balcony · Sea view
Queen Suite Balcony40m²Private balcony · Sea view
King Suite TerraceUp to 45m² · Private balcony · Sea view

How long aboard

Two days or three, on this boat.

2 days, 1 night

The classic cruise

An afternoon and evening on the water, a night at anchor and a morning sail out. The length most travellers choose.

See the 2 Days / 1 Night itinerary ›

3 days, 2 nights

The unhurried sailing

Day two is when the fleets disperse and you reach the further coves - the bay at its most peaceful.

This is the itinerary on this page

Not sure yet

Read the comparison

We wrote a longer piece on how the two lengths actually differ once you are on the water.

One night or two ›

Similar cruises

Other boats on the same water, same length of trip.

Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay cruises
Alisa Premier Cruise
Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay · 3 Days / 2 Nights
A deeper three-day voyage into the quieter, secluded corners of the bay.
View cruise ›
Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay cruises
Aqua of the Sea Cruise
Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay · 3 Days / 2 Nights
Three unhurried days across Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay's finest corners.
View cruise ›
Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay cruises
Capella Cruise
Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay · 3 Days / 2 Nights
A deeper, more playful three-day escape across Lan Ha Bay.
View cruise ›

See every boat on our Ha Long Bay cruises, or narrow by length: 2 days, 1 night and 3 days, 2 nights.

Aqua Luxury Cruise - common questions

About this boat, and about cruising the bay.

What cabin types does Aqua Luxury Cruise have?

There are 5 cabin grades aboard Aqua Luxury Cruise: Junior Suite Balcony, Junior Connecting Balcony, Junior Triple Balcony, Queen Suite Balcony and King Suite Terrace. Sizes run from 28m² to 40m². The full table of sizes, beds and outlook is on this page.

Which bay does Aqua Luxury Cruise sail?

Aqua Luxury Cruise sails Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay. If you are still deciding between the bays, our comparison of Ha Long, Lan Ha and Bai Tu Long sets out how they differ in traffic, scenery and how far you travel to reach them.

Where does Aqua Luxury Cruise depart from?

Embarkation is at Tuan Chau. Boarding starts around 08:00-08:30. The hour-by-hour itinerary above gives the timings for the day.

Is the 2 Days / 1 Night or the 3 Days / 2 Nights better on this boat?

Both run the same boat and the same cabins. The 3 days / 2 nights adds a second full day, which is when the day boats have gone and the itinerary reaches the quieter water. The 2 days / 1 night covers the headline sights and gets you back to Hanoi a day sooner.

How do I get to the boat from Hanoi?

Road transfer from Hanoi takes roughly two and a half to four hours depending on which harbour the boat uses. We arrange the transfer with the cruise as one booking, so the timings match the boarding window rather than leaving you to work them out.

What is included in the price?

Overnight cruises in Ha Long normally include the cabin, all meals on board, the guided activities in the itinerary above and the bay entrance fees. Drinks, spa treatments and the transfer are the items that vary most between boats. We confirm exactly what is and is not included for this boat in writing before you pay, because it differs by operator and by season.

What happens if the weather stops the boat sailing?

Ha Long Bay closes to cruise traffic when the harbour authority says so, usually for storms. If that happens we move the date or refund the cruise - you are never held to a sailing that cannot run. Our refund policy sets out the detail.

Can children come along?

Yes. Most boats take children of any age and price them in bands rather than as adults, and many have family cabins or connecting rooms. Tell us the ages when you enquire and we will say which boats suit and what each one charges.

Can the kitchen handle dietary requirements?

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy requirements are all workable, but they need to be given at booking rather than on the day - the boat provisions before it leaves harbour and cannot restock at sea.

When is the best time of year to sail?

October to April is the settled season, with clear air and cool mornings. May to September is warmer and better for swimming, with a higher chance of a storm closing the bay. Our guide to Ha Long Bay goes into the months in more detail.

Add this cruise to your trip

We'll build the Aqua Luxury Cruise into a complete, private Northern Vietnam itinerary, planned and run for you, with the right cabin and every transfer handled.

Get your free personalised itinerary ›
Contact UsWhatsApp