There are 2 Apricot Cruises (one cruise with 10 cabins, another with 13 cabins) with beautiful cabins to ensure intimate privacy and comfort for all guests. Welcome to Halong Apricot Cruise! Have a fantastic Halong tour on elegant Halong Apricot Cruise. The warm hospitality with superior service bring the best memories about Halong Discovery cruising blue water of Halong Bay. Apricot Cruise aims to deliver an unparalleled experience for guests, with an authentic Vietnamese feel within the neoclassical design and a boutique allure with our bespoke services. Take the opportunity to relax and explore a beautiful country, while you enjoy great accommodations at an exceptional value.
The management are committed in provide continuous training and development opportunities towards their career to the local Vietnamese crew which in return the crew provides excellent hospitality services which above our guest expectation. The Culture Traditional architecture yet the modern of The Apricot Cruises bring you the cultural experience of the local Vietnamese during your trip. Upon arrival, the guest will be escort and guide to the ship by the cruise manager and team of crew on a traditional costume of Vietnam.
Apricot Cruise Halong Bay Cabins
These are cruise cabins for Apricot Cruise Halong Bay:
Apricot Cruise is the initial 3-star cruise on Halong Bay operators a Exclusive and Distinction Itinerary. Golden Sun's destinations in the itinerary is Dog Islet, fighting cock islet, Hoa Cuong Fishing Village and Luon Cave, Ti Top Cave and Sung Sot Cave will be a memorable journey of tourists to visit Halong Bay.
Day 1: hanoi - halong bay
7:45 - 8:30: Our guide will meet you at your hotel. The shuttle bus or private car pick up.
Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta.
12:00 – 12:30 Arriving Tuan Chau Marina .Welcome aboard the cruise . Meet the captain, crew and join us for welcome drink as we tell you about life onboard.
12:30: Check in your cabin . Time to refresh.
13:00: Served a delectable lunch while cruising ahead to Ha Long Bay
14:00: Explore the Surprising Cave – the most beautiful cave in Ha long Bay. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.
15:30 visit the Titop Island – swimming Climbing up to the Top of the Island – take the best view of Halong Bay
Continue cruising to the quiet area while enjoy beautiful seascape on the way
18:00: Enjoy the Sunset Party on sundeck (free wine & fresh fruits).
9:00 Dinner is served.
20:00 Socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around, karaoke singing...
Visit Halong Bay, enjoy the beautiful & tranquil atmosphere of the Bays.
Enjoy excellent Vietnamese Cuisine & special seafood on board.
Visit Pearl Farm, Sung Sot cave
Enjoy the romantic sunrise & sunset and sunset party on cruise sundeck
Fishing and dancing at night with your hubby & your friends.
Amazing day Kayaking through the grottoes & limestone of the Bay
Day 1: hanoi - halong bay
7:45 - 8:30: Our guide will meet you at your hotel. The shuttle bus or private car pick up.
Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta.
12:00 – 12:30 Arriving Tuan Chau Marina .Welcome aboard the cruise . Meet the captain, crew and join us for welcome drink as we tell you about life onboard.
12:30: Check in your cabin . Time to refresh.
13:00: Served a delectable lunch while cruising ahead to Ha Long Bay
14:00: Explore the Surprising Cave – the most beautiful cave in Ha long Bay. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.
15:30 visit the Titop Island – swimming Climbing up to the Top of the Island – take the best view of Halong Bay
Continue cruising to the quiet area while enjoy beautiful seascape on the way
18:00: Enjoy the Sunset Party on sundeck (free wine & fresh fruits).
9:00 Dinner is served.
20:00 Socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around, karaoke singing...
• Explore the Du Cave (Hang Dù) by kayak. Swimming and relaxing at the Dong Tien area ( Hồ Động Tiên ) , a pristine natural cave lapped by the turquoise water .
Lunch is served on board.
• Visit a floating Pearl Farm Village and learn the technique for making high quality pearls.
If the weather permits, we continue cruising to a remote beach for swimming.
Return to your cruise, take time to refresh and relax, joining in our Sunset Party (free wine & fresh fruits)
Eve ning Relaxing:
Take an opportunity to refresh and then join friends for pre-dinner drink in the bar
Dinner is served. Socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around.
Overnight on board: clean air – conditioned rooms with private washroom
Shuttle bus around the tripEntrance fees, taxes and service chargeEnglish speaking guideLuxury accommodation with A/C, bathtub & shower, mini barKayaking or rowing boatWelcome drinkMeals on boardSunrise Tai Chi demonstrationInsurance on-boardCooking class on cruise
Excluded:
DrinksTips for tour guide and driverPersonal expensesAll services and items not
Included:
Shuttle bus around the tripEntrance fees, taxes and service chargeEnglish speaking guideLuxury accommodation with A/C, bathtub & shower, mini barKayaking or rowing boatWelcome drinkMeals on boardSunrise Tai Chi demonstrationInsurance on-boardCooking class on cruise
Excluded:
DrinksTips for tour guide and driverPersonal expensesAll services and items not
ExteriorFamily Suite BalconyBalconyDouble BalconySuite Panoramic windowDouble cabinTwin bedTwin Ocean oceanFamily Suite OceanFamily Suite 2nd floorDouble OceanDouble cabinFamily Suite 1st floorConnecting Ocean ViewBathroomSundeckRestaurantRestaurantFloating Village TripFishingCooking classTaichiKayakingKayaking
CHILDREN POLICIES
< 4 years old: Free of charge (share transfer seats & bed with adults)
From 4 – 8/9 years old: 75% of adult rates if using extra bed at cabin - depends on each cruise
From 9/10 years older: 100% as adult rates - depends on each cruise
CANCELLATION POLICIES
Cancellations only become effective once our sales office receives notification of cancellation IN WRITING to our email: contact@halongtraveltour.com
For individual guests or group of guests with number of person lower than 6:
If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
If cancelled before 1 days or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged
For group of guest with number of person larger than 6:
If cancelled up to 10 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 5 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
Later or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged
For group of guest whose charters the boat
If cancelled up to 30 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 15 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
Later or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged
NOTES FOR PASSENGERS
Surcharge 25% for Merry Christmas, New Year's Eve and Chinese Lunar Year
Registration is required. Guest must contact with us 1 day before to supply passport’s information as: full name, gender, date of birth, nationality, passport number, visa expiry… otherwise, guest will get introduction about the method to check in, policies…. we will not responsible for any extra charge in case of late, missing. All of above cases are considered as no-show (not arrival).
Please note that the time may be changed depending on the policies of Halong bay management or weather permission. We will inform you before getting on the cruise.
For using the transfer service only: Daily shuttle bus departs from Hanoi Old Quarter at 8.00 – 8.30am, arriving Halong Bay at 12.00 – 12.30pm)
9.1
Based on 86 reviews
Score breakdown
Cruise quality
9
Food/Drink
9
Cabin quality
8.9
Staff quality
9.5
Entertainment
9
Traveler rating
Excellent:39
Very good:29
Good:18
Average:0
Poor:0
Terrible:0
Bobby
Australia
Booked a cruise through this agent and the cruise experience was beautiful. The sightseeing tours were exciting. Photos do not do this place justice. It is absolutely stunning. Everywhere you go the views are amazing. The sunsets and sunrise are perfect. Get your camera ready as this place is beautiful..
10
Lay Kee T
Hong Kong
The name halong came from the legend that a dragon landed on this bay. The view is wonderful. Each one of scattered islands gave me wonderful photos. My trip was just a day trip and I think it is too short. Spend at least one night. Yes photos of ha long bay are stunning, but you will be more stunned if you actually go there and see them with your own eyes..
10
Eddie Loak
Latvia
Halong Bay was Visit on our Cambodia/Vietnam tour, we were very lucky to have our own guide and Junk Boat with crew.The Bay is such a beautiful place, we had a wonderful time spending all morning on the boat with lunch cooked for us.Halong Bay is certainly a must Visit if touring North Vietnam, fully recommended..
9
Mark J
Vietnam
The views of the limestone islands in the Bay are stunning, especially if the weather cooperates. Strongly encourage one night on one of the many boats that ply the bay to allow for a less hurried itinerary and the very pleasant experiences of sunrise and sunset views. The boats are highly regulated and must stick to designated areas, but they are enough for lots of enjoyment. Various stops at caves, lookouts, kayaking, and small beach. Very good food on board our cruise with A-Class Stellar Cruises! Cabin was much cleaner and more "luxurious" than I expected..
9
Prahant
India
Took the float plane both ways to save time. We only had one day and this was the best way to spend it. Thoroughly recommend the organisation we went with..
9
Law Ting
Singapore
2 night 3 day cruise with v spirit, highly recommend, magic site even though we didn't go far into the bay. Lots of other boats at times added and detracted from the experience. Highly recommebd taking the extra night. Be careful who you go with as we heard some horro stories. Recommend v spirit great people, great service and food..
9
John
Vietnam
Just go and enjoy.. We stayed in a local boat Signagture over night so had a great opportunity to spend time just looking at the stunning scenery.. we also went canoeing to see some hidden away caves..
10
Alex
United Kingdom
Halong Bay has been a dream of mine to visit for so long. It was breathtakingly beautiful and I could never get tired of the views! The colours and layers of all the cliffs and mountains are spectacular. Just make sure you find the right cruise - ours was overpriced and not worth it so do your research first! Also don't be surprised that there are a large number of boats around at night as they all park up together, but during the day we seemed to be on our own quite a lot. I think in the future this place won't be so nice as there is already so much rubbish floating around that it will continue to accumulate. Save this place by not littering and taking any rubbish back with you that you can..
9
Joanna
Canada
This area has been a World Heritage Place among seven wonders of nature since 1994. What a beautiful spot on earth. A Halong Bay with its breathtaking beauty was undeniable and it is the most popular site to visit in Hanoi. There are many other things to do pay on the bay as well, like caving many many caves to choose from. Very helpful and informative and fun as well. If by overnight cruise, you can kayak by yourself to discover the bay, the cave more exciting..
10
Pedesen
Malaysia
the local village tour to Muong Hoa valley, Lao Chai and ta Vun village were worth for a visit. They also arrange a free taxi from our hotel in Sapa town to cable car station for us to visit Fansian peak..
There are 2 Apricot Cruises (one cruise with 10 cabins, another with 13 cabins) with beautiful cabins to ensure intimate privacy and comfort for all guests. Welcome to Halong Apricot Cruise! Have a fantastic Halong tour on elegant Halong Apricot Cruise. The warm hospitality with superior service bring the best memories about Halong Discovery cruising blue water of Halong Bay. Apricot Cruise aims to deliver an unparalleled experience for guests, with an authentic Vietnamese feel within the neoclassical design and a boutique allure with our bespoke services. Take the opportunity to relax and explore a beautiful country, while you enjoy great accommodations at an exceptional value.
The management are committed in provide continuous training and development opportunities towards their career to the local Vietnamese crew which in return the crew provides excellent hospitality services which above our guest expectation. The Culture Traditional architecture yet the modern of The Apricot Cruises bring you the cultural experience of the local Vietnamese during your trip. Upon arrival, the guest will be escort and guide to the ship by the cruise manager and team of crew on a traditional costume of Vietnam.
Apricot Cruise Halong Bay Cabins
These are cruise cabins for Apricot Cruise Halong Bay:
Apricot Cruise is the initial 3-star cruise on Halong Bay operators a Exclusive and Distinction Itinerary. Golden Sun's destinations in the itinerary is Dog Islet, fighting cock islet, Hoa Cuong Fishing Village and Luon Cave, Ti Top Cave and Sung Sot Cave will be a memorable journey of tourists to visit Halong Bay.
Day 1: hanoi - halong bay
7:45 - 8:30: Our guide will meet you at your hotel. The shuttle bus or private car pick up.
Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta.
12:00 – 12:30 Arriving Tuan Chau Marina .Welcome aboard the cruise . Meet the captain, crew and join us for welcome drink as we tell you about life onboard.
12:30: Check in your cabin . Time to refresh.
13:00: Served a delectable lunch while cruising ahead to Ha Long Bay
14:00: Explore the Surprising Cave – the most beautiful cave in Ha long Bay. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.
15:30 visit the Titop Island – swimming Climbing up to the Top of the Island – take the best view of Halong Bay
Continue cruising to the quiet area while enjoy beautiful seascape on the way
18:00: Enjoy the Sunset Party on sundeck (free wine & fresh fruits).
9:00 Dinner is served.
20:00 Socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around, karaoke singing...
Visit Halong Bay, enjoy the beautiful & tranquil atmosphere of the Bays.
Enjoy excellent Vietnamese Cuisine & special seafood on board.
Visit Pearl Farm, Sung Sot cave
Enjoy the romantic sunrise & sunset and sunset party on cruise sundeck
Fishing and dancing at night with your hubby & your friends.
Amazing day Kayaking through the grottoes & limestone of the Bay
Day 1: hanoi - halong bay
7:45 - 8:30: Our guide will meet you at your hotel. The shuttle bus or private car pick up.
Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta.
12:00 – 12:30 Arriving Tuan Chau Marina .Welcome aboard the cruise . Meet the captain, crew and join us for welcome drink as we tell you about life onboard.
12:30: Check in your cabin . Time to refresh.
13:00: Served a delectable lunch while cruising ahead to Ha Long Bay
14:00: Explore the Surprising Cave – the most beautiful cave in Ha long Bay. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.
15:30 visit the Titop Island – swimming Climbing up to the Top of the Island – take the best view of Halong Bay
Continue cruising to the quiet area while enjoy beautiful seascape on the way
18:00: Enjoy the Sunset Party on sundeck (free wine & fresh fruits).
9:00 Dinner is served.
20:00 Socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around, karaoke singing...
• Explore the Du Cave (Hang Dù) by kayak. Swimming and relaxing at the Dong Tien area ( Hồ Động Tiên ) , a pristine natural cave lapped by the turquoise water .
Lunch is served on board.
• Visit a floating Pearl Farm Village and learn the technique for making high quality pearls.
If the weather permits, we continue cruising to a remote beach for swimming.
Return to your cruise, take time to refresh and relax, joining in our Sunset Party (free wine & fresh fruits)
Eve ning Relaxing:
Take an opportunity to refresh and then join friends for pre-dinner drink in the bar
Dinner is served. Socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around.
Overnight on board: clean air – conditioned rooms with private washroom
Shuttle bus around the tripEntrance fees, taxes and service chargeEnglish speaking guideLuxury accommodation with A/C, bathtub & shower, mini barKayaking or rowing boatWelcome drinkMeals on boardSunrise Tai Chi demonstrationInsurance on-boardCooking class on cruise
Excluded:
DrinksTips for tour guide and driverPersonal expensesAll services and items not
Included:
Shuttle bus around the tripEntrance fees, taxes and service chargeEnglish speaking guideLuxury accommodation with A/C, bathtub & shower, mini barKayaking or rowing boatWelcome drinkMeals on boardSunrise Tai Chi demonstrationInsurance on-boardCooking class on cruise
Excluded:
DrinksTips for tour guide and driverPersonal expensesAll services and items not
More Photos
ExteriorFamily Suite BalconyBalconyDouble BalconySuite Panoramic windowDouble cabinTwin bedTwin Ocean oceanFamily Suite OceanFamily Suite 2nd floorDouble OceanDouble cabinFamily Suite 1st floorConnecting Ocean ViewBathroomSundeckRestaurantRestaurantFloating Village TripFishingCooking classTaichiKayakingKayaking
Cruise Policy
CHILDREN POLICIES
< 4 years old: Free of charge (share transfer seats & bed with adults)
From 4 – 8/9 years old: 75% of adult rates if using extra bed at cabin - depends on each cruise
From 9/10 years older: 100% as adult rates - depends on each cruise
CANCELLATION POLICIES
Cancellations only become effective once our sales office receives notification of cancellation IN WRITING to our email: contact@halongtraveltour.com
For individual guests or group of guests with number of person lower than 6:
If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
If cancelled before 1 days or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged
For group of guest with number of person larger than 6:
If cancelled up to 10 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 5 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
Later or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged
For group of guest whose charters the boat
If cancelled up to 30 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 15 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
Later or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged
NOTES FOR PASSENGERS
Surcharge 25% for Merry Christmas, New Year's Eve and Chinese Lunar Year
Registration is required. Guest must contact with us 1 day before to supply passport’s information as: full name, gender, date of birth, nationality, passport number, visa expiry… otherwise, guest will get introduction about the method to check in, policies…. we will not responsible for any extra charge in case of late, missing. All of above cases are considered as no-show (not arrival).
Please note that the time may be changed depending on the policies of Halong bay management or weather permission. We will inform you before getting on the cruise.
For using the transfer service only: Daily shuttle bus departs from Hanoi Old Quarter at 8.00 – 8.30am, arriving Halong Bay at 12.00 – 12.30pm)
Reviews
9.1
Based on 86 reviews
Score breakdown
Cruise quality
9
Food/Drink
9
Cabin quality
8.9
Staff quality
9.5
Entertainment
9
Traveler rating
Excellent:39
Very good:29
Good:18
Average:0
Poor:0
Terrible:0
Bobby
Australia
Booked a cruise through this agent and the cruise experience was beautiful. The sightseeing tours were exciting. Photos do not do this place justice. It is absolutely stunning. Everywhere you go the views are amazing. The sunsets and sunrise are perfect. Get your camera ready as this place is beautiful..
10
Lay Kee T
Hong Kong
The name halong came from the legend that a dragon landed on this bay. The view is wonderful. Each one of scattered islands gave me wonderful photos. My trip was just a day trip and I think it is too short. Spend at least one night. Yes photos of ha long bay are stunning, but you will be more stunned if you actually go there and see them with your own eyes..
10
Eddie Loak
Latvia
Halong Bay was Visit on our Cambodia/Vietnam tour, we were very lucky to have our own guide and Junk Boat with crew.The Bay is such a beautiful place, we had a wonderful time spending all morning on the boat with lunch cooked for us.Halong Bay is certainly a must Visit if touring North Vietnam, fully recommended..
9
Mark J
Vietnam
The views of the limestone islands in the Bay are stunning, especially if the weather cooperates. Strongly encourage one night on one of the many boats that ply the bay to allow for a less hurried itinerary and the very pleasant experiences of sunrise and sunset views. The boats are highly regulated and must stick to designated areas, but they are enough for lots of enjoyment. Various stops at caves, lookouts, kayaking, and small beach. Very good food on board our cruise with A-Class Stellar Cruises! Cabin was much cleaner and more "luxurious" than I expected..
9
Prahant
India
Took the float plane both ways to save time. We only had one day and this was the best way to spend it. Thoroughly recommend the organisation we went with..
9
Law Ting
Singapore
2 night 3 day cruise with v spirit, highly recommend, magic site even though we didn't go far into the bay. Lots of other boats at times added and detracted from the experience. Highly recommebd taking the extra night. Be careful who you go with as we heard some horro stories. Recommend v spirit great people, great service and food..
9
John
Vietnam
Just go and enjoy.. We stayed in a local boat Signagture over night so had a great opportunity to spend time just looking at the stunning scenery.. we also went canoeing to see some hidden away caves..
10
Alex
United Kingdom
Halong Bay has been a dream of mine to visit for so long. It was breathtakingly beautiful and I could never get tired of the views! The colours and layers of all the cliffs and mountains are spectacular. Just make sure you find the right cruise - ours was overpriced and not worth it so do your research first! Also don't be surprised that there are a large number of boats around at night as they all park up together, but during the day we seemed to be on our own quite a lot. I think in the future this place won't be so nice as there is already so much rubbish floating around that it will continue to accumulate. Save this place by not littering and taking any rubbish back with you that you can..
9
Joanna
Canada
This area has been a World Heritage Place among seven wonders of nature since 1994. What a beautiful spot on earth. A Halong Bay with its breathtaking beauty was undeniable and it is the most popular site to visit in Hanoi. There are many other things to do pay on the bay as well, like caving many many caves to choose from. Very helpful and informative and fun as well. If by overnight cruise, you can kayak by yourself to discover the bay, the cave more exciting..
10
Pedesen
Malaysia
the local village tour to Muong Hoa valley, Lao Chai and ta Vun village were worth for a visit. They also arrange a free taxi from our hotel in Sapa town to cable car station for us to visit Fansian peak..
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