Sailing Tours in Vietnam: 5 We Would Book Twice

1.[Official]Scarlet Pearl Cruises 5++stars &Catamaran Ultra Luxury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 305 reviews · from $218Our pick

Spend two days aboard Scarlet Pearl’s catamaran in Lan Ha Bay, with Hanoi pickup, a private-balcony cabin, kayaking through Sang Cave, swimming at Ech Lagoon, sunset activities, Tai Chi, meals, and an English-speaking guide. The ship also promotes local products, waste reduction, and protection of the bay’s threatened wildlife.

“Undoubtedly the highlight of our Vietnam trip! We chose the 3-day, 2-night cruise—perfect for our honeymoon. The crew was wonderful, service exceptional, and every excursion unfolded at a relaxed, enjoyable pace. A truly delightful surprise!”

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2.Ben Tre Mekong Zig Zag: Scooter, Sailboat, and Food (Full day)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · from $59

Spend 6 to 7 hours around Ben Tre with local guides such as Chi, Si, or Chung. Ride by scooter or tuk-tuk through coconut villages, visit homes and markets, eat a generous Mekong lunch, rest in a hammock, and cruise quiet river channels. Pickup is available within Ben Tre, with groups capped at eight.

“Chi, has an amazing personality, 😘 such a good kind, helpful and lovely soul. 😍 she has done so so much to make my day as pleasant as possible, best suport on all activities, superb experience guide! I loved so much the excursion on a boRead more”

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3.The Halong Catamaran Premium Day Cruise From Ha Long Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · from $112

Spend about six hours aboard the Halong Catamaran between Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Expect a welcome drink, lunch, kayaking or a bamboo boat, swimming, a cooking demonstration, and sunset tea with cakes. Crew members including Hera and Ben are noted for warm service, and the ship has an open-air deck plus hammock-like nets over the water.

“What a fantastic day out. Great value, beautiful food and a very high quality beverage offering. Hera, our tour guide was fantastic, she was very happy to answer any questions or provide any assistance. Ben, the bar manager was fantastic mixing cocktails and chatting enthusiasticly throughout the day.”

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4.Ben Tre: Scooter, Culture, Sailboat and Mekong Food (Half Day)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · from $49Best value

Spend 4.5 hours in Ben Tre riding by scooter or tuk-tuk through village lanes, sailing a quiet Mekong branch, tasting fruit at a local market, and sharing a 4 to 5 dish home-cooked meal. Pickup and drop-off in the Ben Tre area are included, with groups capped at eight.

“Had a perfect day with An, very relaxed floating on the mekong delta, local insights and very interesting conversations with our guides.”

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5.The Catamaran Luxury Day Cruise to Halong Bay from Hanoi(Best Selling)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · from $95

Spend a full day between Hanoi and Halong Bay aboard a spacious catamaran, with round-trip Old Quarter pickup, a six-course Vietnamese fusion lunch, kayaking or a bamboo boat ride, swimming, a cooking demonstration, and a sunset tea service. Guides such as Viktor, Ben, and Pete lead the day, which can include up to 99 people.

“Great experience! Pick up and drop off in Hanoi in a comfortable bus. Everything ran on time, food was good and the catamaran was spacious. Activities to take part in, or the option to just relax on the deck and enjoy the sights (they are stunning!) Good option for a one-day tour of Ha Long Bay.”

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