In Vietnam’s spectacular Gulf of Tonkin, travel doesn’t just mean following the itinerary. These days, you have more options for exploring all three bays – Hạ Long, Lan Hạ and Bái Tử Long – your own way. Riveting seascapes will always be the highlight, whether you’re coming for a romantic cruise, active adventure, or something completely different. Here are some unique ways to experience Vietnam’s most beautiful bays.
If you only have a day to spare, you can still take in the world-famous seascapes in Hạ Long Bay, thanks to excellent new roads that make the journey from Hanoi under just two hours. Pick from a range of three-star to five-star cruises for a value-packed five-hour excursion on the water. A delicious Vietnamese lunch is served on board as you cruise past Hạ Long’s magnificent karsts. There’s time for a cave visit and even a bamboo boat tour of a floating village before catching the sunset on your way back to the harbour.
