Top things to do in Halong Bay

Halong Bay is vast and picturesque. The highlight was Dong Thien Cung. The size and formations within the cave were dramatic. Luckily most ot the bus ride from Hanoi is on a freeway, but even with that the bus ride took 2.5 - 3.0 hours one way

TOOK A DAY TOUR OFF THE CRUISE SHIP IN HA LONG BAY. I stepped off the cruise ship and entered the terminal building. The first area on left this group was selling their trip. They were very interested in signing up as many as was there. I asked for the smallest group as I was solo. They put me on a boat with around 20 total which I don’t mind. At around 930 am they walk you across the street and on to your boat. No one Dolan’s ion of life rafts or life jackets. We started out and cruised most of the day with some nice stops. The bay of ha long is a cultural spectacular, and should not be missed in your lifetime. One must visit this area. The scenery was amazing. One stop at beach was packed with many boats that file in there and drop their clients. Nothing to do but sit there and wait, unless you want to take a swim, but it was a bit cool. There are many tours, this one was fine, lunch was included and it was passable.beer and sodas available for xtra charge.

Value for money, 5 stars service. Value for money. The Ha Binh Cruise team provided excellent service. Besides, it is vegetarian friendly. Surprisingly, they cook delicious and excellent vegetarian food. Our guide Johnny was great. When visiting the cave he tried to arrange us away from the crowd (there was a few groups of tourist arrived at the same time). We strongly recommended to take Ha Binh Cruise in Ha Long Bay. The entire trip was awesome, as introverts, we felt great, really great.

I had an amazing time and I can say the same for my friends as well! Food was pretty good and the presentation of it was even better! Special thanks to the staff for being so kind, cheerful and most importantly very helpful throughout our time during the cruise.

The atmosphere, ambience and food were excellent. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We started late due to bad weather but a memorable experience as we visited 'Surprise cave' the largest cave in Halong bay. It is a worth visiting place to see the natural phenomenon and to become awestruck. We has also enjoyed live music with dance in the returning journey to Halong bay. Very Good memories to remember for life time.... We are vegetarian Indian. The cruise offered us vegetarian Indian food: roti, panneer, dal and rice with other side dishes. There were many vegetarian options to choose and we enjoyed it overall. But on the food counter of vegetarian dishes, they also placed some sea food and chicken dishes , which created a little bit chaos for strict vegetarians. If they can have separate counter with tag" vegetarian " with only vegetarian dishes , it will add more to the experience. Overall experience was very good.

Large and comfy boat tour. Overall good experience. Boat is very large, modern and comfortable with many viewing decks. You get allocated a table for the day. This is where you have lunch and can base your stuff. The lunch was amazing with so many buffet options. Check in at the terminal was easy and plenty of crew on board to look after you. We stopped at the caves and a small beach as well as an internal lake accessed via a large cave. Ha long Bay was pretty, but it seemed all the boats are in a hurry to rush you through the caves and other sights and unfortunately the weather was very hazy and polluted while there limiting distant views.

Entire experience was hassle free. F&B staffs took very good care, esp. Hazel and Jhona. The considered all our food preferences. Food was amazing, rooms neat and very maintained. Must consider!

Food was great! It was raining but the trip still went well. We ate breakfast lunch and dinner . Then we went to the caves which was great also.

Maia cruise

Tony is a good guide, he knows how to take care of everyone and remembers everyone’s face. Constantly having small talks in between to keep us entertained. He gives his best in explaining the history and also talks about the interesting love story between the hen and rooster.
The buffet has variety of food which is amazing but vegetarian options only had 4 dishes (dry noodles, tofu, spring rolls, mushrooms).
Would be great if the cruise includes complementary mineral water for bus and cruise ride. Bus is 3 hours ride very big comfortable chairs but it does not recline. Overall the experience is okay for first time goers.

Amazing experience with Maia Cruise

Nhung provide good service to all tourists and very helpful and friendly. Recommended to join this tour

So fun!!!

Amazing classy experience on the boat and with the extremely competent and available staff, honorary mention for Tony on his great work.

Maia Cruise gives you the best at Ha Long bay

Great tour from the very first moment we stepped on board to the return to harbour after brilliant tour along Ha Long bay and amazing sunset. The crew is very friendly and supportive. Top deck with small open pool was our location during entire cruise. Selection of food was above the expectations. Very tasty, by the way. The views just superb!
The boat looked pretty new. Clean and with all you need during the cruise.
Highly recommended!

Tour day of Ha long bay amazing on Maia cruise

What an amazing day had on this cruise boat, tour guide Tony was great. If you’re looking to visit Ha long bay this team are the ones to use. The lunch was plenty and the staff so friendly.