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Lily Cruise 2 Days/1 Night

Lily Cruise 2 Days/1 Night is a Lan Ha Bay cruise with local support from Ava Travel. Send us your date and group preference... From $100.

Lan Ha Bay cruise overview

Lily Cruise 2 Days/1 Night is a Halong Bay smart mid-range cruise selected for travellers who want a clear overnight cruise plan and local support from Ava Travel Hanoi. Lily Cruise is a smart mid-range Halong Bay cruise for travellers who want the core bay experience without stretching the budget.

Why choose Lily Cruise 2 Days/1 Night?

The trip focuses on limestone scenery, onboard meals, kayaking or cave visits, and a simple transfer plan from Hanoi. This product page is written to help you understand whether the cruise fits your travel style before you reserve a cabin.

  • Best for: first-time visitors who want a reliable Halong Bay overnight cruise at a sensible price.
  • Main strengths: reliable mid-range choice, good for first-timers, straightforward itinerary.
  • Before you book: Choose a higher cabin category if views and room comfort are important.

2-day itinerary for Lily Cruise 2 Days/1 Night

Departure: Tuan Chau Marina. Route focus: Halong Bay. This is the typical 2-day, 1-night programme for this cruise; timing can change with tide, weather, harbour instructions, and the operator schedule on your exact date.

  • Day 1 · 11:30 · Board Lily Cruise: Check in for a value-focused Halong Bay overnight trip.
  • Day 1 · 12:30 · Lunch while cruising: Cruise through Halong Bay's central limestone scenery.
  • Day 1 · 14:30 · Sung Sot Cave: Visit Sung Sot Cave or the assigned cave stop.
  • Day 1 · 16:00 · Titop Island or Luon Cave: Swim, viewpoint, kayak, or bamboo boat activity depending on route.
  • Day 1 · 18:00 · Sunset and dinner: Cooking demo, dinner, and optional squid fishing.
  • Day 2 · 06:30 · Breakfast on deck: Morning coffee, tea, and bay views.
  • Day 2 · 09:30 · Brunch return: Brunch and disembark late morning.

Ava Travel checks the latest operating file before payment, so you know whether your departure uses this standard route or a seasonal adjustment.

Cabins and who it suits

Cabin names and layouts vary by operator, but the main choice is usually between a standard sea-view cabin, a balcony or higher-deck cabin, and a larger suite or family setup. Couples should usually prioritise balcony position and deck level. Families should confirm bedding, child pricing, and whether connecting or larger cabins are available.

If you are choosing between several cruises, tell Ava your travel date, group size, budget, and preferred comfort level. We will compare live availability and explain whether Lily Cruise 2 Days/1 Night is the best fit or whether another Halong, Lan Ha, or Bai Tu Long Bay cruise would suit you better.

Booking tips from Ava Travel

  • Book earlier for weekends, public holidays, and the October to April high season.
  • Ask us to confirm whether transfer from Hanoi is included or quoted separately.
  • Tell us about vegetarian, vegan, allergy, honeymoon, birthday, or mobility notes before confirmation.
  • For families, confirm child age, bed sharing, extra bed policy, and cabin capacity before checkout.

Frequently asked questions

Is Lily Cruise 2 Days/1 Night suitable for first-time visitors?

Yes, it can work well for first-time visitors if the style and price match your expectations. Ava Travel will confirm the latest route, transfer timing, and cabin options before you pay.

What is usually included?

Most 2-day, 1-night cruises include accommodation, onboard meals, entrance fees for the scheduled route, and guided activities such as kayaking, cave visits, swimming, cooking class, or squid fishing. Final inclusions are confirmed for your exact departure date.

Can Ava Travel help choose the cabin?

Yes. Send us your group size and budget. We will check available categories, explain the trade-offs, and recommend the room setup that makes the most sense.

What happens if the weather changes?

Bay management and the cruise operator can adjust or cancel sailings for safety. If that happens, Ava Travel helps you understand the operator policy and the best available alternative.

What's included

1 night accommodation in selected cabin tierAll meals: lunch + dinner on Day 1, light breakfast + brunch on Day 2Welcome drink on arrival + 2 bottles of mineral water per cabin per dayEnglish-speaking guide and onboard activities crewSightseeing fees + overnight permit (Halong Bay, UNESCO World Heritage Site)Kayaking + cave exploration as per itineraryBamboo boat excursion + cooking class demonstration (Day 2)Onboard travel insuranceVAT and service chargesSquid fishing rods and bait (Day 1 evening)Bamboo boat excursion through local fishing village (Day 2 morning)Wooden junk with open-air sundeck — ideal for budget travellers (20 cabins)

The 2 days · 1 nights itinerary

Day 1

Hanoi → Marina → Halong Bay (Lunch & Dinner Included)

  • 07:30 – 08:00 Pick-up from Hanoi Old Quarter (add-on transfer available — confirm details with Ava after booking).
  • 08:00 – 11:30 Scenic transfer to Halong / Tuan Chau International Marina.
  • 11:30 – 12:00 Board cruise — welcome drink, fresh towel, cabin check-in.
  • 12:00 – 13:00 Welcome lunch while sailing into Halong Bay.
  • 13:30 – 15:30 Cave exploration at Me Cung Cave or Trinh Nu Cave by tender.
  • 15:30 – 17:00 Kayaking through limestone arches; swimming stop at a quiet cove.
  • 17:00 – 18:30 Free time — relax on sundeck or in cabin.
  • 18:30 – 20:00 Set dinner with Vietnamese seafood — 3 courses.
  • 20:00 – 21:30 Squid fishing from deck with rod and bait — crew will show you how.
  • 21:30 Free evening — overnight anchored in Halong Bay.
Day 2

Halong Bay → Cave Visit → Hanoi (Breakfast & Brunch Included)

  • 06:30 Optional sunrise Tai Chi session on open deck.
  • 07:00 – 07:30 Light breakfast (tea, pastries, egg options).
  • 07:30 – 09:30 Bamboo boat through a fishing village; spring roll cooking class on board.
  • 09:30 – 10:30 Brunch on board while cruising back to port.
  • 10:30 – 11:00 Check-out, settle bills, farewell photos.
  • 11:30 – 12:00 Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina.
  • 12:00 – 15:30 Transfer back to Hanoi (drop-off in Old Quarter).

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.

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