Plan Your Trip - Halong Bay

Travelling to Halong Bay

We have compiled different bits and bites of the experience that are told by past travelers to Halong Bay into what we called the essential things you need to know before visiting. You can find recommendations on many topics from transportation, accommodation and food to weather advice, healthcare tips, and even shopping guide. These recommendations are only for reference, but there can be also your great local friends while visiting Halong Bay, or just a way to make you feel safer and more confident when taking the trip.

Insight Guides

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Do I Need a Visa for Vietnam? - Visa-Free Countries to Vietnam 2024

Vietnamese New Year Traditions and Celebrations

Explore The 5 Best Floating (Fishing) Villages in Halong Bay

12 Interesting Facts About Halong Bay

6 Things You Should Know About Halong Bay Culture

Hanoi Old Quarter: 20+ Things to Do & Travel Guide

26 Best Things to Do in Halong Bay

Things to Know About Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Halong Bay

Halong Bay Geology: How Was Halong Bay Formed?

9 Traditional Foods for Vietnamese New Year

Halong city - Best things to do & travel guide

The Legend of Halong Bay: Discover Myths Behind The Names

Community Based Sustainable Tourism in Halong Bay

Eco-tourism in Halong Bay

Discover Halong Bay's Rich Archaeological History

Explore The Halong Bay's Cultural Values

Is Halong Bay Worth Visiting? 12 Reasons to Visit Halong Bay

The 6 Best Ways to See Halong Bay

6 Best Alternatives To Halong Bay

News & Updates

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Happy New Year (2022) From VisitHalongbay Team

Quang Ninh welcomed over 660 thousand tourist visits during the early days of the Lunar New Year.

Halong bay tourism news - monthly review (April 2023)

New Van Don - Mong Cai Expressway set to open to traffic

Halong Bay Among World's Most Beautiful Destinations 2022

Halong Bay Tourism Statistics 2024: Latest Data

Suggested Itineraries

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Halong Bay 2 Days Itinerary For First-Timers

How Many Days Should You Spend in Hanoi and Halong Bay?

Halong Bay 3 Day Itinerary For First-Timers

5 Days Itinerary: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Sapa (for the first timers)

4 Days Hanoi - Halong Bay - Ninh Binh Itinerary

The 10 Best Halong Bay Tour Packages

Transportation

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Halong Bay Seaplane Flight (Hanoi to Halong Bay)

Hanoi to Halong Bay: How to Travel 2024

How to Get from Ninh Binh to Halong Bay

How To Travel From Ho Chi Minh City To Halong Bay

Cat Ba Island Ferry: Timetables, Tickets & Travel Guide

Hanoi to Halong Bay by Helicopter

How to Get from Thailand to Halong Bay

Halong Bay Airport: Which Airport to Choose?

9 Best Luxury Shuttle Bus Services From Hanoi to Halong Bay

Halong Bay to Cat Ba Island by Ferry, Speedboat and Bus

How to Get from Hai Phong to Halong Bay

How to Get to Halong Bay

Hanoi to Halong Bay By Private Car

How to Take a Bus From Hanoi to Halong Bay

Halong Bay to Ninh Binh: How to Travel

How to Get from Singapore to Halong Bay

How to get to Cat Ba Island

Hanoi Airport to Halong Bay by Bus, Taxi and Limousine

Van Don International Airport Halong Bay - The Complete Guide

How to Get from Sapa to Halong Bay: By Bus, Train and Taxi

How To Travel From Da Nang To Halong Bay

Hanoi To Halong Bay By Taxi

Hanoi To Cat Ba Island: 3 Best Ways To Travel with Ease

Hanoi To Halong Bay Distance

Travel Tips

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Food Safety: 5 Tips for Safe Dining of Seafood in Halong Bay

Getting Around Halong Bay: Guide to Public Transportation

Pearl Farm in Halong Bay: The Complete Guide

What to Eat in Halong Bay: Top 6 Local Foods Every Visitor Should Try

Where to Stay in Halong Bay [Updated 2024]

Halong Bay Map: Where is Halong Bay, Vietnam?

12 Best Things to Do in Cat Ba Island (Vietnam)

A Guide To Traveling in Halong Bay During Tet Holiday

Kayaking In Halong Bay: The Complete Guide

9 Safety Tips for Swimming in Halong Bay

A Guide to Visiting Halong Bay for the First Time

The 12 Best Restaurants in Halong Bay [2024]

Vietnamese Tet (Lunar New Year) 2025 & 2026: Jan. 29, Animal Sign Snake, Zodiac

11 Best Things to Do in Halong Bay Other Than Cruise

30+ Most Useful Vietnamese Phrases and Vocabulary for Travelers

How to Avoid Scams in Halong Bay [Tours + Cruises]

The Best Places to Go Shopping in Halong Bay

Best Luxury Hotels and Resorts in Halong Bay

Halong Bay Nightlife: 8 Best Things To Do In Halong Bay At Night

Outdoor Adventures: A Guide to Rock Climbing and Parasailing in Halong Bay and Cat Ba Island

Weather

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Halong Bay Weather in February

The Best Time to Visit Halong Bay

Halong Bay Weather

Halong Bay Weather in August

Halong Bay Weather in January

Halong Bay Weather in April

Halong Bay Weather in October

Halong Bay Weather in November

Halong Bay Weather in June

Halong Bay Weather in July

Halong Bay Weather in December

Halong Bay Weather in September

Halong Bay Weather in March

Halong Bay Weather in May

Where to stay

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10 Best Hotels in Cat Ba Island

Questions and Answers (6)

David McGILL 1 year, 6 months ago

best hotel to stay in halong bay

Visithalongbay Team 1 year, 6 months ago

@David McGILL, Some of the best hotels in Halong Bay you can consider are Vinpearl Resort & Spa Halong, Wyndham Legend Halong, D’Lioro Hotel & Resort, A La Carte Ha Long Bay Hotel, Royal Hotel Halong, Royal Lotus Halong Resort & Villas, Muong Thanh Luxury Quang Ninh Hotel, etc. If you need further information, don't hesitate to contact us. Regards,

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KSam 2 years, 4 months ago

Hello! I’m looking to plan a 2 night/ 3 day cruise. We would like to stay between 150.00- 250.00 each . There will be three of us. Any suggestions. We do love relaxation, great food and some luxury features.

Lan 2 years, 4 months ago

@KSam There two popular cruising routes, Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay. If you are interested in Lan Ha Bay, we recommend the Heritage Binh Chuan and Stellar of the Seas cruises. Alternatively, for Halong Bay, we suggest the Paradise Elegance or Ambassador Cruise. Please let us know which route you prefer so that we can assist you in selecting the right option for your needs.

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Marie-Luise Geßler 2 years, 8 months ago

We would like to do the Sung Sot Cave in the 6-hour day boat. When will the boat drive tomorrow from the Tuan Chau International Port?

Mia Nguyen 2 years, 8 months ago

@Marie-Luise Geßler We would suggest you book with Paradise Delight, this is one of the best day cruises that visit Sung Sot cave and will depart from Tuan Chau port at 8:30 AM.

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