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Nostalgia Cruise 2 Days/1 Night
Nostalgia 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 $155.
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
Lan Ha Bay
Duration
2 days · 1 nights
Pickup support available
Choose your cabin
Live prices for your date and guests. Ava confirms cabin & Hanoi pickup within 1 hour of booking.
Guests
2adults
0children
Prices are per cabin for the selected date, 2 days 1 night. Children (2-11) are charged 75% of the adult rate; infants under 2 travel free.
CabinWhat's includedPrice
Princess Suite
Room with balconyDouble Bed or 2 Beds
✓ All onboard meals included✓ Activities as per itinerary✓ Cabin & pickup confirmed in 1 hour
Best value$310per cabin · 2 adults
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Queen Suite
Room with balconyDouble Bed or 2 Beds
✓ All onboard meals included✓ Activities as per itinerary✓ Cabin & pickup confirmed in 1 hour
$350per cabin · 2 adults
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King Suite
Room with balconyDouble Bed or 2 Beds
✓ All onboard meals included✓ Activities as per itinerary✓ Cabin & pickup confirmed in 1 hour
$480per cabin · 2 adults
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Lan Ha Bay cruise overview
Nostalgia Cruise 2 Days/1 Night is a Lan Ha Bay boutique heritage cruise selected for travellers who want a clear overnight cruise plan and local support from Ava Travel Hanoi. Nostalgia Cruise is a boutique Lan Ha Bay cruise with a heritage-inspired look and a calm overnight mood.
Why choose Nostalgia Cruise 2 Days/1 Night?
It works well for travellers who want atmosphere, comfortable cabins, and a more personal feeling than a large modern ship. This product page is written to help you understand whether the cruise fits your travel style before you reserve a cabin.
- Best for: couples and small groups who want a charming, quieter Lan Ha Bay cruise.
- Main strengths: boutique heritage style, quiet Lan Ha Bay route, good for couples.
- Before you book: Ask Ava to confirm room category and balcony details before payment.
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 Nostalgia 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.
What's included
RestaurantBarSundeckCooking classKayakingSquid fishing
The 2 days · 1 nights itinerary
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 Guided visit to Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave) — Halong Bay's largest and most iconic karst cavern.
- 15:30 – 17:00 Kayaking and swimming near Me Cung Cave; floating village photo stop.
- 17:00 – 18:30 Free time — relax on sundeck or in cabin.
- 18:30 – 20:00 A la carte dinner with local specialties; sundeck bar open for evening drinks.
- 20:00 – 21:30 Sundeck bar open for evening cocktails + squid fishing from dedicated fishing area.
- 21:30 Free evening — overnight anchored in Halong Bay.
Halong Bay → Cave Visit → Hanoi (Breakfast & Brunch Included)
- 06:30 Optional sunrise Tai Chi or free stretching.
- 07:00 – 07:30 Light breakfast (tea, coffee, baguette, egg, fresh fruit).
- 07:30 – 09:30 Bamboo boat through traditional floating village; spring roll cooking class.
- 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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