Swan Cruise
Swan Cruise is a budget steel hull cruise launched in 2018, sailing Bai Tu Long Bay with 18 cabins. Enjoy kayaking and swimming, fresh seafood dining and the best local price.
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Room Types & Prices
18 cabins on board · 3 Days 2 Nights
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Deluxe
Size: 18 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Suite
Size: 18-22 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
Add & book together
Family Connecting Door (4pax)
Size: 25 m² Max adults: 4
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
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Includes taxes & fees
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Price for 01 cabin · 4 adults, 1 child
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Suite Balcony
Size: 28 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
Add & book together
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Route
Bai Tu Long Bay
Class
Budget
Cabins
18 Cabins
Hull
Steel hull
Launched
2018
About Swan Cruise
Swan Cruise sails the scenic waters of Bai Tu Long Bay, departing from Hon Gai Harbour. Launched in 2018, the steel hull vessel offers 18 well-appointed cabins and a relaxed, attentive service that has earned a 8.4/10 rating from 175 guest reviews.
Onboard experiences include kayaking, swimming, caves, with fresh local seafood served throughout the 3 days 2 nights program. Our local team personally inspects every cruise so you book with confidence at the best available rate.
Onboard Facilities
Activities & Experiences
3 things we love most about Swan Cruise
Cruise Itinerary
Programs and schedules subject to change due to weather conditions.
Route Map
Swan Cruise · 3 Days 2 Nights
- 1Hon Gai Harbour
- 2Vung Vieng Fishing Village
- 3Thien Canh Son Cave
- 4Cong Dam Area
- 08:00
Optional shuttle pick-up from your Hanoi hotel for the scenic ~2.5h transfer to Hon Gai Harbour.
- 12:00
Check in at the Swan Cruise lounge, board the cruise and enjoy a welcome drink and seafood lunch as you sail into Bai Tu Long Bay.
- 15:00
Kayaking and swimming at a sheltered anchorage; relax on the sun deck.
- 16:30
Guided visit to Thien Canh Son Cave.
- 18:30
Sunset party, cooking demonstration and a multi-course dinner on board.
- 06:30
Sunrise tai chi, then breakfast as the cruise ventures into the quieter reaches of Bai Tu Long Bay.
- 09:00
Explore a floating fishing village by local rowing boat and meet the families who live on the water.
- 12:00
Lunch on board, then an afternoon of kayaking and swimming at a secluded beach.
- 18:30
Sunset cocktail hour and dinner on board.
- 06:30
Sunrise tai chi on the sun deck, followed by tea and coffee.
- 08:00
Morning excursion to Vung Vieng village by tender or bamboo boat.
- 09:30
Brunch on board while cruising back towards Hon Gai Harbour.
- 11:00
Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi (optional add-on).
Important Notes
- Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather and tide conditions.
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay: the decision is made by the Halong Bay Management Board on the day of departure.
- In the event of a weather cancellation we will arrange an alternative date on request, or refund in accordance with the cruise policy.
- Passengers should arrive at the harbour at least 30 minutes before the overnight cruise boarding time.
Cruise Inclusions & Options
Everything that is and isn't covered, plus our cruise & booking policies.
- English speaking guide.
- Entrance fees and sightseeing tickets.
- Accomodation in air-conditioned cabin.
- All meals on board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- Kayaking.
- Wi-Fi on shuttle bus and waiting office.
- Cooking class.
- Welcome drinks, cold handkerchief.
- Taichi class.
- Insurance.
- Drinks and gratuities and personal expenses.
- VAT
- Round trip transfer services (Hanoi – Ha Long – Hanoi).
- Peak season surcharge
- The increase of entrance fee which can be applied in 2021 according to Ha Long Bay Management.
- Check in on board: 12:00 PM
- Check out: 11:30 AM
- Return Hanoi: 4:30 PM
- The FOC rate for children under 4 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 4 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
- Children from 4-11 will pay extra charge 75% of adult rate.
- Children from 12 and above must pay full fare as adult.
- Peak season surcharge: Surcharge $40/adult and $30/child for cruise tours on Christmas (24/12), New Year (31/12). Surcharge $30/adult and $15/child per night for Tet Holiday (16, 17, 18, 19/02/2026)
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
- From 30 to 11 days prior to check-in: 15% of total rates
- From 10 to 7 days prior to check in: 30% of total rates.
- Less than 7 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
141 customer reviews for Swan Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding46
- Excellent85
- Very good7
- Good3
Traveler type
- Young couples3
- Mature couples2
- Groups of friends1
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.
Guest reviews
- 8.5Layla Farsi🇳🇱 Netherlands23-04-2024
Very good
We rate this ship as okay. We prefer more adventurous trips but that's fine. The bus was very good with comfortable seats. Tour guide was informative. The harbor is bustling with many other shipping lines. It was a blessing when we booked a room with a private balcony. Spending t
Mature couples - 9.4Valentina Chavez🇲🇽 Mexico15-04-2024
Excellent
We loved the journey with the Swan cruise. Everything went well and smoothly. The program made our trip special. The crew was willing to help us anytime we needed to. Clean and warm room, easy to get a good sleep. Karaoke was fun to join in at night. Thanks Swan for these memorie
Young couples - 9.4Davide Ricci🇮🇹 Italy14-05-2024
Excellent
The itinerary was great. Kayaking and swimming on the bay was wonderful. The cave was interesting to see. Nice tour guide and friendly crew. Recommended!
Young couples - 9.4Maximilian Muller🇩🇪 Germany10-05-2024
Excellent
1 night in Bai Tu Long Bay was our best choice. The trip went smoothly from start to finish. Quick pickup and comfortable van. The ship was a bit old but the accommodation was clean and well-equipped. Food was really delicious. The staff welcomed us warmly and treated us like fam
Mature couples - 9.2Wu Chia-Chi🌍 Taiwan08-05-2024
Excellent
An overnight cruise that everyone should try once in their lifetime. It was more wonderful than we could imagine. We were impressed with the professional service and clear communication of the staff. The hosts welcomed us warmly. A trip experience but feels like home. Highly reco
Groups of friends - 9.4Huang Ying🇨🇳 China02-05-2024
Excellent
The cruise on Bai Tu Long Bay is very beautiful. Every activity is well planned. The staff are lovely and helpful. The bed was very comfortable and the view was great. We enjoyed 2 wonderful days on the ship and offboard activities. Thank you everyone for helping us have an unfor
Young couples
Frequently Asked Questions
Transfers are an optional add-on. We offer a shared shuttle bus and private limousine that you can add during booking.
Yes — free cancellation up to 7 days before departure for a full refund, in line with our cruise policy.
Children of all ages are welcome; family cabins and child pricing are available on request.
Questions & Answers (104)
Looking for more info? Send your question and our Hanoi team will answer it here as soon as possible.
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Asked by Michelle · 2 months, 1 week ago
Do you do airport pickup at Cat Bi Airport? What would the cost be?
1 answerAAnswered by Annie · 2 months, 1 week ago
Dear Mrs. Michelle Lay, Please find the cost of the transfer as follows:
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Asked by Janine Chung · 4 months ago
What time would we arrive back in Hanoi on the second day?
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 4 months ago
Dear Jannie, I wish to advise you that you will finish the cruise trip by 10.45 AM on the second day. Regards, Phoebe
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Asked by Veronika Tuma · 1 year, 3 months ago
Hello is the shuttle to and from Hanoi free also for family of 4 people staying in the family room with connecting door? I can't see that when I go to booking.
1 answerAAnswered by Mary · 1 year, 3 months ago
Dear Veronika Tuma, The free shuttle bus and kayaking apply to trip dates from now until September 2025 for the 2-day, 1-night itinerary. So if your trip date falls within this period, you will see the promotion. Should you have any questions, please let us know. Regards, Mary
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Asked by AT · 1 year, 5 months ago
Hello, how much is the round trip shuttle per pax from Hanoi?
1 answerAAnswered by Mary · 1 year, 5 months ago
Dear AT, The round trip shuttle bus from Hanoi to hanoi is $15/person. Should you need more information, feel free to contact us. Regards, Mary
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Asked by Gerry O'Connor · 1 year, 8 months ago
Can we visit the caves and the beach in a boat ? I don't comfortable in a kayak? Thank you.
1 answerAAnswered by Cindy · 1 year, 8 months ago
Dear Gerry O'Connor, If you do not want to do kayak, you can just walk around or relax at the Cap La beach. I am sorry there is no option for bamboo boat there. Should you have other questions, please let me know. Best regards, Cindy
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Asked by Genevieve Power · 1 year, 10 months ago
Does the 2 day 1 night cruise off a stop at the fishing village and also squid fishing please
1 answerAAnswered by Cindy · 1 year, 10 months ago
Dear Genevieve Power, Please be advised that the Swan Cruise does not stop at the fishing village. You may consider Signature Cruise to do that. This cruise goes to Vung Vieng floating village and you can do kayaking around this area. Squid fishing is available on most of the cruises. Best regards, Cindy
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Asked by LAN · 1 year, 11 months ago
I'm interested in the 2 nights cruise but was planning to stay in Halong Bay an extra night and find my own accommodation. Would I still be able to take the free shuttle bus back to Hanoi even if it is a day later than when I leave the cruise?
1 answerAAnswered by Bonnie · 1 year, 11 months ago
Dear Lan, After the cruise trip, you can stay at your hotel in Halong and come to the cruise lounge the following day to join the shuttle bus returning to Hanoi. Shuttle bus pick-up and drop-off at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter at about 8:00-8:30am/2:30pm, drop-off and pick-up at the cruise pier at about 11:00-11:30am. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)
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Asked by Alfonsina Di Martino · 2 years ago
Hello, what is the round trip cost per person of transportation to Hanoi? Thank you
1 answerAAnswered by Annie · 2 years ago
Dear Alfonsina Di Martino, We now have the special offer of a free shuttle bus for Swan Cruise until Sep 2024. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)
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