Last updated 17 October 2026 by the Ava Travel team in Hanoi. Every row on this page comes from the day-by-day programme on the cruise pages Ava Travel sells: 96 ships, 2 days 1 night. Prices are Ava Travel’s, per person, two sharing a cabin, October to April, with the May to September price where it is lower.
The short answer, using Ava Travel’s own cruise programmes: of the 96 two-day cruises Ava Travel sells, 23 stop at Ti Top Island, 28 visit Sung Sot Cave and 22 go to Luon Cave; 71 include kayaking and 68 have a cooking class or cooking demonstration. Ti Top, Sung Sot and Luon are all on the classic Halong Bay route, so if those three stops matter to you, choose a Halong Bay ship. The cheapest that visits both Ti Top and Sung Sot is Victory Cruise at $111 ($110 May to Sep) per person.
| Stop or activity | Ships (of 96) | Where | Cheapest at Ava Travel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ti Top Island | 23 | Halong Bay 23 | Victory Cruise, $111 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Sung Sot Cave | 28 | Halong Bay 28 | Victory Cruise, $111 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Luon Cave | 22 | Halong Bay 22 | Victory Cruise, $111 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Kayaking | 71 | Lan Ha Bay 38, Halong Bay 25, Bai Tu Long Bay 8 | Victory Cruise, $111 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Cooking class or demo | 68 | Lan Ha Bay 37, Halong Bay 24, Bai Tu Long Bay 7 | Victory Cruise, $111 ($110 May to Sep) |
Which Halong Bay cruises stop at Ti Top Island?
Ti Top Island has a small beach and a stepped path to a viewpoint over the bay. These 23 ships Ava Travel sells stop there, cheapest first. Most stop on the afternoon of day 1; a few go early on day 2.
| Cruise | Bay | When | What the ship’s programme says | From, per person (Ava Travel) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victory Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 | Swimming stop at Titop Island. | $111 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Hera Classic Boutique Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 | Titop Island. Climb to the viewpoint or swim. | $114 ($112 May to Sep) |
| Syrena Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:15 | Titop Island. Swim, or climb the steps to the top. | $115 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Oriental Sails | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 to 17:00 | Titop Island. Climb to the top for the view, or swim off the beach. | $125 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Ruby Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 | Titop Island. Swim or climb to the viewpoint. | $129 ($115 May to Sep) |
| La Regina Royal Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:00 | Sung Sot Cave, the largest in Halong Bay, then Titop Island for a swim or the climb to the viewpoint. | $132 ($127 May to Sep) |
| Victory Star Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 | Swimming stop at Titop Island. | $136 ($130 May to Sep) |
| Mila Lux Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 | Titop Island. Swim from the beach or climb to the viewpoint. | $140 ($135 May to Sep) |
| Lily Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:45 | Titop Island. Swim from the beach or climb to the viewpoint. | $145 ($130 May to Sep) |
| Starlight Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 to 17:00 | Titop Island. Climb to the viewpoint, then swim from the beach. | $145 ($132 May to Sep) |
| Athena Luxury Cruise | Halong | Day 2 | Titop Island. Swim or climb to the viewpoint. | $152 ($150 May to Sep) |
| Ambassador Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 | Ti Top Island. Swim from the beach or climb for the 360 degree view. Or stay on board for the sundeck, afternoon tea… | $165 |
| Du Yen Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 | Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island. | $165 |
| Aimee Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 | Swimming stop at Titop Island. | $167 ($162 May to Sep) |
| Sea Stars Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 to 17:00 | Titop Island. Climb to the viewpoint or stay on the beach. | $167 |
| Paradise Elegance Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 to 15:30 | Ti Top Island. Climb to the viewpoint or swim off the crescent beach. | $170 ($144 May to Sep) |
| Alisa Premier | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 to 08:30 | Titop Island. Swim or climb to the viewpoint. | $180 ($160 May to Sep) |
| Hermes Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:20 to 16:20 | Titop Island. Climb to the viewpoint or swim. | $180 ($160 May to Sep) |
| Indochine Premium Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 | Titop Island. Swim or climb to the viewpoint. | $190 ($168 May to Sep) |
| L’amour Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 to 08:30 | Titop Island. Climb to the viewpoint or swim. | $190 |
| Athena Premium Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:45 | Titop Island to swim, relax on the beach or climb to the viewpoint. | $195 |
| Victorious Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 to 16:00 | Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat, then Titop Island to climb to the viewpoint or swim from the beach. | $195 ($170 May to Sep) |
| Paradise Legacy Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 to 15:30 | Ti Top Island. Hike to the summit or swim at the beach. | $205 ($185 May to Sep) |
Which Halong Bay cruises visit Sung Sot Cave?
Sung Sot (Surprise Cave) is the largest cave on the Halong Bay route, and it is busy. These 28 ships Ava Travel sells visit it. If you would rather skip it, see how to avoid the crowds on a Halong Bay cruise.
| Cruise | Bay | When | What the ship’s programme says | From, per person (Ava Travel) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victory Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:20 | Visit Sung Sot Cave. | $111 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Hera Classic Boutique Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 | Sung Sot Cave, the largest in Halong Bay. | $114 ($112 May to Sep) |
| Syrena Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:05 | Sung Sot Cave. | $115 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Oriental Sails | Halong | Day 1, 15:00 to 16:00 | Guided visit to Sung Sot Cave. | $125 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Hera Grand Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 | Sung Sot Cave, the largest in Halong Bay. | $126 ($117 May to Sep) |
| Emeraude Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:15 | Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest in Halong Bay. | $127 ($122 May to Sep) |
| Ruby Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 08:00 to 09:00 | Sung Sot Cave with your guide. | $129 ($115 May to Sep) |
| La Regina Royal Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:00 | Sung Sot Cave, the largest in Halong Bay, then Titop Island for a swim or the climb to the viewpoint. | $132 ($127 May to Sep) |
| Victory Star Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:20 | Visit Sung Sot Cave. | $136 ($130 May to Sep) |
| Mila Lux Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 | Sung Sot Cave on Bo Hon Island. The steps are steep, so wear proper shoes. | $140 ($135 May to Sep) |
| Lily Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:45 | Sung Sot Cave with your guide. | $145 ($130 May to Sep) |
| Starlight Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:00 to 16:00 | Guided visit to Sung Sot Cave. | $145 ($132 May to Sep) |
| Athena Luxury Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:45 | The ship stops at Bo Nau Cave. Tender to Sung Sot Cave. | $152 ($150 May to Sep) |
| Ambassador Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 | Sung Sot Cave, the largest cave in Halong Bay. | $165 |
| Du Yen Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 | Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island. | $165 |
| Aimee Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:20 | Visit Sung Sot Cave. | $167 ($162 May to Sep) |
| Sea Stars Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:00 to 16:00 | Sung Sot Cave, the largest cave in Halong Bay. | $167 |
| Paradise Elegance Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:45 to 08:45 | Sung Sot Cave and its huge chambers. | $170 ($144 May to Sep) |
| Alisa Premier | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 to 15:30 | Sung Sot Cave. Wear good shoes. | $180 ($160 May to Sep) |
| Hermes Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 | Sung Sot Cave, about 120 steps up to the entrance. | $180 ($160 May to Sep) |
| Indochine Premium Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:45 | Guided 45-minute visit to Sung Sot Cave (or Me Cung Cave). | $190 ($168 May to Sep) |
| L’amour Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 to 15:30 | Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest in Halong Bay. | $190 |
| Calista Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:20 | Sung Sot Cave. | $192 ($170 May to Sep) |
| Athena Premium Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:45 | The ship stops at Bo Nau Cave. Tender to Sung Sot Cave. | $195 |
| Victorious Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 to 09:15 | Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest in Halong Bay. | $195 ($170 May to Sep) |
| Paradise Legacy Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:45 to 08:45 | Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave). | $205 ($185 May to Sep) |
| Grand Pioneers Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:30 to 17:00 | Sung Sot Cave, reached by tender with the crew. | $213 ($196 May to Sep) |
| Catherine Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:30 to 16:30 | Sung Sot Cave by transfer boat. Or stay on board for the pool, the kids’ club, or the spa at extra cost. | $215 ($205 May to Sep) |
Which Halong Bay cruises go to Luon Cave?
Luon Cave is a lagoon reached through a low arch, by kayak or by bamboo boat rowed by a local. These 22 ships Ava Travel sells go there.
| Cruise | Bay | When | What the ship’s programme says | From, per person (Ava Travel) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victory Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:45 | Kayaking at Luon Cave. | $111 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Syrena Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:15 | Luon Cave by traditional bamboo boat. | $115 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Oriental Sails | Halong | Day 2, 08:00 to 09:00 | Luon Cave by sampan with a local rower, or by kayak. | $125 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Ruby Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:00 | Kayaking in the Luon Cave area. | $129 ($115 May to Sep) |
| La Regina Royal Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 | Luon Cave by kayak or by bamboo boat rowed by a local. | $132 ($127 May to Sep) |
| Victory Star Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:45 | Kayaking at Luon Cave. | $136 ($130 May to Sep) |
| Lily Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:15 | Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat. | $145 ($130 May to Sep) |
| Starlight Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 08:00 to 09:00 | Luon Cave by shared sampan with a local rower, or by kayak. | $145 ($132 May to Sep) |
| Athena Luxury Cruise | Halong | Day 1 | Luon Cave by kayak (free) or bamboo boat rowed by a local. | $152 ($150 May to Sep) |
| Ambassador Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 | Luon Cave and its arched passage. Go by bamboo boat with a local rower, or by kayak at extra cost. | $165 |
| Du Yen Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:15 | Luon Cave and kayaking. | $165 |
| Aimee Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:45 | Kayaking at Luon Cave. | $167 ($162 May to Sep) |
| Paradise Elegance Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 to 17:00 | The enclosed lake at Luon Cave, by bamboo boat or kayak. | $170 ($144 May to Sep) |
| Alisa Premier | Halong | Day 1, 15:30 to 16:30 | Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat. | $180 ($160 May to Sep) |
| Hermes Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:00 to 15:00 | Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat. | $180 ($160 May to Sep) |
| Indochine Premium Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 | Luon Cave by sampan rowed by a local, or by two-person kayak. | $190 ($168 May to Sep) |
| L’amour Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:30 to 17:00 | Luon Cave by bamboo boat or kayak. | $190 |
| Athena Premium Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 08:00 | Luon Cave by kayak (free) or bamboo boat rowed by a local (about 50,000 VND per person). | $195 |
| Victorious Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 to 16:00 | Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat, then Titop Island to climb to the viewpoint or swim from the beach. | $195 ($170 May to Sep) |
| Grand Pioneers Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 to 08:45 | Luon Cave and its natural arch, by bamboo boat or kayak. | $213 ($196 May to Sep) |
| Catherine Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 to 08:30 | Speedboat to Luon Cave, then through by bamboo boat. | $215 ($205 May to Sep) |
| Emperor Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:15 to 08:30 | Luon Cave by bamboo boat, rowed by local fishermen. | $220 ($190 May to Sep) |
Cruises that visit both Ti Top Island and Sung Sot Cave
23 ships do both on the same trip: Victory Cruise ($111), Hera Classic Boutique Cruise ($114), Syrena Cruise ($115), Oriental Sails ($125), Ruby Cruise ($129), La Regina Royal Cruise ($132), Victory Star Cruise ($136), Mila Lux Cruise ($140), Lily Cruise ($145), Starlight Cruise ($145), Athena Luxury Cruise ($152), Ambassador Cruise ($165), Du Yen Cruise ($165), Aimee Cruise ($167), Sea Stars Cruise ($167), Paradise Elegance Cruise ($170), Alisa Premier ($180), Hermes Cruise ($180), Indochine Premium Cruise ($190), L’amour Cruise ($190), Athena Premium Cruise ($195), Victorious Cruise ($195), Paradise Legacy Cruise ($205). Prices are Ava Travel’s, per person from, October to April.
Is kayaking included on a Halong Bay cruise?
On most ships, yes. 71 of the 96 cruises Ava Travel sells have kayaking in their programme. On 3 of them the programme says kayaking costs extra, usually because the free option at that stop is a bamboo boat rowed by a local. The cheapest with kayaking in the programme:
| Cruise | Bay | When | What the ship’s programme says | From, per person (Ava Travel) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victory Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:45 | Kayaking at Luon Cave. | $111 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Oriental Sails | Halong | Day 2, 08:00 to 09:00 | Luon Cave by sampan with a local rower, or by kayak. | $125 ($110 May to Sep) |
| Emeraude Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 16:00 to 17:00 | Pearl farm, with kayaking available. | $127 ($122 May to Sep) |
| Ruby Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 15:00 | Kayaking in the Luon Cave area. | $129 ($115 May to Sep) |
| La Regina Royal Cruise | Halong | Day 2, 07:30 | Luon Cave by kayak or by bamboo boat rowed by a local. | $132 ($127 May to Sep) |
| Renea Cruise | Bai Tu Long | Day 1, 15:00 | Kayaking and swimming at Cap La Island. | $132 ($130 May to Sep) |
| Treasure Junk Cruise | Bai Tu Long | Day 1, 15:00 | Kayaking in the Cong Do area. | $132 ($122 May to Sep) |
| Swan Cruise | Bai Tu Long | Day 1, 15:00 | Vung Vieng floating fishing village by bamboo sampan or kayak, then free time on the sundeck or a swim. | $135 |
| Victory Star Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:45 | Kayaking at Luon Cave. | $136 ($130 May to Sep) |
| Oasis Bay Cruise | Lan Ha | Day 1, 16:00 to 17:00 | Swimming, kayaking and the trampoline at Tra Bau. | $137 |
| Mila Lux Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 14:30 | Pearl farm, with kayaking in the same area. | $140 ($135 May to Sep) |
| Calypso Cruise | Lan Ha | Day 1, 15:00 | Dark and Bright Cave, through the cave to the lagoon beyond, by shared sampan with a local rower or by kayak. Then a… | $142 ($135 May to Sep) |
Kayaking at extra cost on: Ambassador Cruise, Ambassador Signature Cruise, Capella Cruise.
Which Halong Bay cruises have a cooking class?
68 of the 96 cruises Ava Travel sells have cooking on the programme, usually before dinner on day 1. On 34 it is a hands-on class (often fresh spring rolls); on 34 the programme calls it a cooking demonstration, where the chef cooks and you watch. The cheapest with a class:
| Cruise | Bay | When | What the ship’s programme says | From, per person (Ava Travel) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emeraude Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 18:00 to 18:30 | Make Vietnamese spring rolls as the sun sets. | $127 ($122 May to Sep) |
| Ruby Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 18:00 | Fruit carving or spring roll class. | $129 ($115 May to Sep) |
| La Regina Royal Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 17:00 | Back on board for sunset and happy hour, or a spring roll class with the chef. | $132 ($127 May to Sep) |
| Lily Cruise | Halong | Day 1, 17:15 | Afternoon tea on the sundeck and a fresh spring roll class as the ship moves to its overnight anchorage. | $145 ($130 May to Sep) |
| Venezia Cruise | Lan Ha | Day 1, 17:15 | Back on board for sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin and a cooking class with the chef. | $148 ($132 May to Sep) |
| Sena Cruise | Lan Ha | Day 1, 17:00 | Back on board for the sunset party and a spring roll cooking class. The ship anchors for the night. | $150 ($143 May to Sep) |
| Athena Luxury Cruise | Halong | Day 1 | Happy hour and a Vietnamese cooking class, then dinner. Films, squid fishing, or a massage at extra cost. | $152 ($150 May to Sep) |
| Le Journey Elegance Cruise | Lan Ha | Day 1, 17:30 | Fresh spring roll class with the chef. | $152 ($142 May to Sep) |
| Aspira Cruise | Lan Ha | Day 1, 18:15 | Vietnamese cooking class. | $155 ($140 May to Sep) |
| Aqua Of The Seas Cruise | Lan Ha | Day 1, 17:00 | Sunset party and cooking class. | $155 ($132 May to Sep) |
| Mila Grand Cruise | Lan Ha | Day 1, 17:30 | Back on board for sunset, happy hour and a spring roll class. | $155 ($130 May to Sep) |
| Amour Cruise | Lan Ha | Day 1, 18:00 to 18:15 | Spring roll class with the executive chef. | $160 ($142 May to Sep) |
Frequently asked questions
Do all Halong Bay cruises stop at Ti Top Island?
No. 23 of the 96 two-day cruises Ava Travel sells stop at Ti Top, all on the Halong Bay route. Lan Ha Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay ships visit other islands and caves. The cheapest with a Ti Top stop is Victory Cruise at $111 ($110 May to Sep) per person.
Which Halong Bay cruise goes to Sung Sot Cave?
28 of the cruises Ava Travel sells, from Victory Cruise at $111 ($110 May to Sep) per person. The full list with the day and time of the visit is in the Sung Sot table above.
Is kayaking free on Halong Bay cruises?
On 71 of the 96 ships Ava Travel sells, kayaking is in the programme; on 3 of those the programme says it costs extra. Check the cruise page before you book if kayaking matters to you.
Do Halong Bay cruises include a cooking class?
Most do: 68 of the 96 ships Ava Travel sells, 34 as a hands-on class and 34 as a demonstration. It is included in the cruise price.
Can a cruise change its stops?
Yes. The stops on this page come from each ship’s published programme, and a ship can change a stop on the day because of weather. Ava Travel confirms the programme for your date when you book.
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