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Curated cruiseNEW 2026Halong Bay14 cabins · Wooden boat
Sunlight Legend Cruise 3 Days/2 Nights
Sunlight Legend is a 14-cabin wooden boat on Halong Bay. Three days, two nights on board with a full day of kayaking and swimming... Ava Travel price: from $204.
Questions before you book? Message us on WhatsApp or send an email. Phone +84 904 251 545. Ava Travel Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Style
Curated cruise
Halong Bay
Duration
3 days · 2 nights
Pickup support available
Choose your cabin
Live prices for your date and guests. Ava confirms cabin & Hanoi pickup within 1 hour of booking.
Rooms
2 adults · 1 cabin
Room 1
Room 2
Room 3
Room 4
Child policies
Guest ageCruise fare
Infant 0 to 3Free
Child 4 to 11Extra bed rate, included in the price shown
Adult 12 and upFull adult fare
1 adult alone, double cabin85% of cabin price
Prices are per cabin for the selected date, 3 days 2 nights. One adult alone in a double cabin pays 85% of the cabin price. Children (4-11) pay the extra bed rate of the boat, already included in the cabin prices shown; infants (0-3) travel free.
CabinWhat's includedPrice
Deluxe Double/Twin (Lower Deck)
Double Bed or 2 Twin Beds
✓ All onboard meals included✓ Activities as per itinerary✓ Cabin & pickup confirmed in 1 hour
Best value$408per cabin · 2 adults
Secure checkout
Deluxe Double/Twin (Upper Deck)
Double Bed or 2 Twin Beds
✓ All onboard meals included✓ Activities as per itinerary✓ Cabin & pickup confirmed in 1 hour
$428per cabin · 2 adults
Secure checkout
Family Triple (3 pax)
1 Double Bed + 2 Single Beds
✓ All onboard meals included✓ Activities as per itinerary✓ Cabin & pickup confirmed in 1 hour
$642per cabin · 2 adults
Secure checkout
Full refund if you cancel more than 30 days before check-in
- More than 30 days before check-inFree
- 30 to 11 days before check-in15% of total
- 10 to 7 days before check-in30% of total
- Less than 7 days, or no-show100% of total
A change of travel date counts as a cancellation and a new booking, and the same scale applies.
If the operator cancels the cruise, or in case of severe weather or force majeure, we move your date free of charge, or refund you in full if we cannot reschedule.
Price includes all taxes and service charges.
Halong Bay cruise overview
Sunlight Legend is a wooden boat with 14 cabins on Halong Bay, run by Sunlight Cruise. The 3 days 2 nights trip spends two nights on board and adds a full day of kayaking and swimming by day boat.
What the three days look like
Day one: lunch on board, Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave and Ti Top Island, a sunset party and a spring-roll cooking class. Day two is spent on a smaller day boat: kayaking at Trinh Nu Cave, swimming at the Ba Trai Dao islands, lunch on the day boat and a pearl farm, then back to Sunlight Legend for dinner. Day three: Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat and lunch on the way back to Tuan Chau, around 12:00.
Choosing a cabin
All 14 cabins have a large sea-view window (no balconies), a private bathroom, air conditioning and a hot shower. The lower deck has 8 Deluxe Double/Twin cabins, the cheapest on board. The upper deck has 5 Deluxe Double/Twin cabins, a little higher above the water, for a small extra charge. There is a single Family Triple cabin (1 double bed and 2 single beds) on the upper deck: it sells out first, so book it early if you are three.
Is Sunlight Legend worth it? Our 2026 verdict
Sunlight Legend is a mid-range cruise on Halong Bay with 14 cabins. The 3 days 2 nights trip is worth it if you want two nights on the water and a full day of kayaking and swimming at one of the lowest prices on the bay.
Good reasons to pick it
- From $204 per person for 3 days 2 nights, the same price all year.
- The Family Triple cabin takes 3 guests for $642 in total, $214 each.
- Day two by day boat reaches quieter kayaking and swimming spots.
Worth knowing before you book
- Cabins have windows, not balconies.
- Drinks on the day boat are paid separately.
- Simple facilities: no pool, spa or gym.
Best for: couples, friends and families on a budget.
2026 prices on Sunlight Legend
| Room type (3 days 2 nights trip) | All year | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Double/Twin, lower deck | $204 | per person |
| Deluxe Double/Twin, upper deck | $214 | per person |
| Family Triple (3 pax), upper deck | $214 | per person, room for up to 3, $642 for the whole room |
Prices are what our booking table charges for this ship, in US dollars, including taxes. The table above this section shows the exact price for your date.
Where to book Sunlight Legend: Ava, the cruise line or a booking site?
You can book with the cruise line directly, on a large booking site, or with us. What you get by booking with Ava Travel:
- The price for your exact date and cabin before you pay, with secure online checkout.
- Your cabin and Hanoi pickup confirmed within 1 hour of booking.
- One contact on WhatsApp for the cruise and the transfer, a local team in Hanoi.
Sunlight Legend: questions travellers ask
How much does Sunlight Legend 3 days 2 nights cost in 2026?
From $204 per person, sharing a double or twin cabin on the lower deck, all year. The price includes the cabin, meals, entrance fees, kayaking, the day boat and the activities in the itinerary.
Does Sunlight Legend have family rooms?
Yes, one. The Family Triple cabin has 1 double bed and 2 single beds and takes up to 3 guests, $642 for the whole room.
Where does Sunlight Legend depart from?
Tuan Chau Harbour in Ha Long. Check-in is around 12:00 on day one and the boat is back at about 12:00 on day three. A limousine from Hanoi Old Quarter can be added at checkout.
What's included
RestaurantSundeckKayakingCooking classSquid fishingKaraoke
The 3 days · 2 nights itinerary
Tuan Chau Harbour – Sung Sot Cave – Ti Top Island
- 08:10–08:30 Optional limousine pick-up from your Hanoi Old Quarter hotel (add it at checkout), with a short rest stop on the way.
- 12:00 Check in at Tuan Chau Harbour, Ha Long.
- 12:30 Board Sunlight Legend: welcome drink, safety briefing and cabin check-in.
- 13:00 Vietnamese lunch while cruising among the limestone islands.
- 14:30 Visit Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, one of the largest caves in Halong Bay.
- 15:30 Ti Top Island: climb to the viewpoint for a panorama of the bay, or swim at the beach.
- 17:00 Back on board. Shower, then relax on the sundeck for sunset.
- 18:00 Sunset party and a cooking class: roll your own fresh spring rolls.
- 19:00 Dinner in the restaurant.
- Evening Squid fishing, karaoke or a drink on the sundeck. Overnight on board.
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
Day boat – Trinh Nu Cave – Ba Trai Dao
- 07:00 Breakfast on board.
- 08:00 Transfer to the day boat and a briefing from your local guide.
- 09:00 Cruise past Dau Nguoi (Head) and Yen Ngua (Horse Saddle) islets.
- 09:30 Kayak around Trinh Nu Cave and Trong Cave.
- 10:45 Cruise to the Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches) islands.
- 12:00 Lunch served on the day boat.
- 13:00 Free time to swim at Ba Trai Dao beach.
- 14:00 Pass Frog Rock and Devil's Face Rock, then visit a pearl farm or Me Cung Cave.
- 14:45 Afternoon tea with fresh fruit. Drinks on the day boat are paid separately.
- 15:00 Return to Sunlight Legend. Dinner on board and overnight.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Luon Cave – Tuan Chau Harbour
- 06:00 Wake up to sunrise over the bay.
- 07:00 Breakfast.
- 08:00 Explore Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat: the arch is too low for big boats, so you paddle into a hidden lagoon.
- 10:00 Check out of your cabin.
- 11:00 Lunch while the boat cruises back.
- 12:00 Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbour. Limousine guests return to Hanoi Old Quarter around 16:00.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for planning a Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay overnight cruise with Ava Travel.
Halong Bay is approximately 160km east of Hanoi, usually about a 3 to 3.5-hour drive by expressway. Ava Travel can arrange shared shuttle or private transfer from Hanoi and confirm the exact pickup time before you book.
Lan Ha Bay is the southern extension of Halong Bay, near Cat Ba Island. It has similar limestone scenery but often feels quieter. Many premium cruises operate around Lan Ha Bay for a calmer overnight route.
A 2-day / 1-night cruise works well if your schedule is short and you want the classic overnight experience. A 3-day / 2-night cruise gives more time for kayaking, swimming, remote areas, and a slower pace.
The best months are usually October to April, when the weather is cooler and drier. Summer can still be beautiful, but rain and storm changes are more common, so Ava Travel checks weather and operator updates before departure.
Most overnight cruises include cabin accommodation, onboard meals, entrance fees for the scheduled route, and activities such as kayaking, cave visits, swimming, cooking class, or squid fishing. Drinks, spa, tips, and transfers depend on the cruise package and are confirmed before payment.
Send Ava Travel your travel date, group size, and cabin preference. We check live availability, confirm the best current price, explain inclusions, and help you complete secure checkout once everything is clear.
What guests say about Ava Travel
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★★★★★
Kehren Eade
“She made the process SO easy, SO manageable, we felt we were in great hands at all times, even though everything was done by remote!”
Tripadvisor, August 2026
★★★★★
Arshia Z
“Whenever we had questions or needed assistance, the response was prompt, helpful, and reassuring.”
Tripadvisor, June 2026
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