The 15 Best Two-Day Trips

1.Best Lan Ha Bay Cat Ba Cruise 2 Days 1 Night Less touristy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,055 reviews · from $87Our pick

Spend two days and one night around Cat Ba and Lan Ha Bay, with a cruise among limestone islets, a Ba Trai Dao swim stop, and a Viet Hai Village visit. Cabins are shared for two or three people. Guides may include Tony, Hai, or Shin, and kayaking, biking, and entrance fees cost extra.

“This was a fun filled wonderful experience. Highly recommend the 2 day one night experience. You pack a lot in between kayaking, swimming, biking, karaoke, delicious food. Shin was the best guide imaginable.”

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2.All-Inclusive 2 Day/1 Night Halong Luxury Cruise, Meals, Cave, Kayaking,Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 668 reviews · from $50

Spend one night aboard a small-group luxury cruise through Ha Long, Bai Tu Long, and Lan Ha bays. You’ll visit Sung Sot and Thien Canh Son caves, kayak through a lagoon, swim at Titop Island, and enjoy meals, Tai Chi, cooking, and squid fishing.

“Booked a luxury 5 star overnight but it really felt like a generous 3 star. The post said pick up is included but after booking we got a message that says it’s an additional $20 per person surcharge. They asked for allergens a couple of times before and we stated gluten free. But at the boat the workers seemed confused on what it was. They really did try to accommodate though and customized items. But the confusion in the dietary when asking in advance was odd.”

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3.CozyBay Boutique 2D1N Kayak, Swiming ,Titop, Cave, Expressway way

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 619 reviews · from $122

Spend one night aboard Cozy Bay Boutique with an English-speaking guide, visiting Surprise Cave, Titop Island, a pearl farm, and a kayaking area. You’ll get four meals, a cooking class, sunrise views, and round-trip Hanoi transfers. The boat is intimate but basic, so expect value rather than luxury.

“We enjoyed our stay on the Cruise. Our guide Tam and cruise staff were really kind and helpfull. The activities were nice. The shop not as good as on the photos but still the price/value ratio was good comparing to other cruises. We met really nice people and had a great time together.”

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4.Halong Bay 2D1N Cruise multi options, transfer, swim and kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 441 reviews · from $55

Choose a 4-star or 5-star overnight cruise from Hanoi, with a private cabin, meals, kayaking, swimming, and famous Halong Bay sights. The 5-star option adds a balcony, bathtub, cooking class, and morning Tai Chi. Transfers can also continue to Ninh Binh.

“This is definitely not a five star cruise. I can give them a three star. I saw other cruises around and can compare with the others that looks much better .”

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5.HaLong, LanHa bay 2days and 1 nite Kayak on Vega Legend Cruise.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews · from $183

Spend two days aboard Vega Legend Cruise, sailing from Tuan Chau Harbor toward quieter Lan Ha Bay, with kayaking and an overnight stay. Day two brings a tender ride to Cat Ba Island, a bicycle trip through Viet Hai Village, and guidance from staff such as Tiger.

“This tour was the most amazing thing I have ever done. You HAVE to do it if you are in Hanoi. One of the reasons: TIGER our guide, he is just out of this planet, he is AMAZING, of course ALL the staff too, but he is 20/10. The ship was beautiful, Read more”

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6.KAYAK/SUP IN DA LAT (1/2 day)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 364 reviews · from $18Best value

Spend about three hours on Tuyen Lam Lake with a guide such as Viet, Harry, Fin, or Ving. Learn basic paddling, visit pine forest viewpoints and seasonal sights, then stop on an islet for handmade coffee and cake. Choose a sunrise, morning, or sunset departure.

“Good experience. Kayaking in the lake is very refreshing and relaxing. The view is stunning. Harry is a great guide. I reccommend this activity.”

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7.Halong Bay 2D1N Cruise Tour, Full Meals, Caves, Kayak &Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 300 reviews · from $171

Spend one night on a Lotus cruise through Halong and quieter Lan Ha Bay. You’ll kayak, visit Dark and Light Cave, join a cooking class, try squid fishing, and enjoy full meals. Guides such as Cody are noted for keeping activities lively and explaining local life.

“Wonderful trip to Ha Long Bay. Great cruise. Cody was a great guide and tour leader in the cruise. Food was great and there were a lot of activities. Thank you!”

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8.Halong Bay 2D1N BEST CRUISES All-Inclusive: Transfer, Meals, Kayak, Cave, Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 288 reviews · from $139

Spend one night aboard a small Halong Bay cruise with an air-conditioned cabin, meals, an English-speaking guide, kayaking, cave visits, and island time. Your route may follow Halong Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay, or Lan Ha Bay, so confirm the chosen option before booking.

“Wonderful tour with such a great team. Welcoming, friendly, clear and helpful. Food was great and weather just made it ideal! Not a party boat so it is a great tour for solo travellers, couples and families (in my experience there was a bit of everything).”

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9.Ha Long & Lan Ha Bays: 2-Day Cruise with Meals & Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 212 reviews · from $136

Cruise Ha Long and Lan Ha Bays aboard V'Spirit Cruises, with a private balcony and bathtub in every cabin. You will visit Bright Cave by bamboo boat, kayak around Tra Bau, swim, enjoy Tai Chi, and eat Vietnamese and international meals. Guides such as Jimmy, Tom, Peter, and Dong are noted for warm, capable service.

“Everything was great, the rooms were better than expected and tour guide Dong was helpful and full of knowledge. Recommended!”

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10.2-Day Halong Bay Boutique Cruise with Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 156 reviews · from $133

Spend one night aboard a classic oriental boat with kayaking, cave visits, swimming, sunset, cooking, and seafood meals. Choose Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, or Bai Tu Long Bay before departure. Guides such as Popeye and Donny add a friendly touch, while free Hanoi transfers keep the trip simple.

“The boat was old and showing lots of ware. Don’t go with huge expectations and you will be ok. The cabin was small and cute. Very comfortable bed. Bathroom was old and had a problem with leakage from shower. So floor soaking wet. Guide Donny was lovely but you can see he’s exhausted. They all work very long days and very little time off. The rest of the crew were lovely and very kind. We were celebrating our anniversary and they put lovely towel swan and flowers on the bed and a surprise cake at dinner which was wonderful. We really had a great time aboard and the activities off…”

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11.Emerald Cave Kayaking Tour from Las Vegas, Best Dam 1/2 Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $119

Paddle from Willow Beach up the Colorado River with guides such as Johnny, EJ, Cameron, or Gabriel. Expect calm water, Emerald Cave, a short hike to Hoover Dam’s original survey site, wildlife, snacks, and beginner-friendly instruction. Bring sturdy shoes and allow three to four hours.

“As my mother would say...JUST WOW. This trip was absolutely incredible. E.J. was our guide and he was very cool and knowledgeable. We got to hike through a flowing river and got to go in Emerald Cave where the water was unlike anything I've ever seen. This was a really cool experience and we all had a blast. Thank you Adventure Child :)”

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12.Ho Chi Minh City: 2-Day Bike & Kayak Mekong Delta Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 64 reviews · from $68

Join a small group from Ho Chi Minh City for two days of cycling, kayaking, river boats, cooking, rice planting, fishing, and a night at Family Tiny Garden homestay. Guides such as Chow, Jack, Milo, Kenny, and Dennis lead the activities in English or Vietnamese.

“Chow was AMAZING, friendly , knowledgeable and a genuine great guy. He managed to fit so much into two days without feeling rushed . The only issue was waaaaaay too much food !!”

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13.2-Day Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay Cruise with Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 45 reviews · from $128

Spend two days cruising Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay, with kayaking, swimming at Three Peaches Islet, a spring roll class, squid fishing, and a bicycle ride to Viet Hai Village. English and Vietnamese guides lead the trip, with hotel pickup available in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

“Enjoyed the spring roll cooking class, kayaking, bike ride to village , fish foot massage, meals were exceptional .”

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14.2D1N Halong Bay 6-Star Cruise: Fine Dining, Cave & Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 41 reviews · from $239

Spend one night on a 6-star Ha Long Bay cruise with a private balcony, bathtub, fine Vietnamese and international meals, and visits to Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and Luon Cave. You will kayak or ride a bamboo boat, join a cooking class, and start day two with Tai Chi on the sundeck.

“Great trip! We all enjoyed the cruise. The cruise manager Dan and his crew were very accommodating, the activities were all on time and the food was very nice! I would recommend.”

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15.Ninh Binh: Lan Ha Bay 2D 1N cruises- bike tour, kayak, meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 19 reviews · from $110

Cruise Lan Ha and Ha Long bays aboard a new 10-cabin boat for up to 20 people. You’ll kayak, swim, cycle through Viet Hai Village, join a spring-roll class, and enjoy squid fishing. Guides such as Tom and Tony add friendly help, while private balconies give you quiet time between activities.

“Great combination of activities. Our kids (age range from 5 to 16) liked it a lot: kayaking, swimming, jumping from the boat, karaoke, cycling and the fish massage.”

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