Day 1: Tuan Chau Port - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay
08h20-09h00: Limousine D-car picks you up at your hotel in the old quarter or at 34 Hoa Ma Str, Hai Ba Trung Dist, Ha Noi, or Hanoi Opera House (If you book a shuttle bus from Hanoi – There is an additional charge for booking).
12h00: The crew members of Mon Cheri Cruise will welcome you at No.16, Tuan Chau Marina, Quang Ninh. Phone for receptionist at Mon Cheri Cruise lounge: +84 987671669 / +84936905115
12h45: You will be taken aboard our support vessel and travel from the wharf via the bay to board our luxurious craft, Mon Chéri Cruise.
Welcome fresh drinks, wet towels, and a special lunch of fresh food, and an assortment of appetizing delicacies will be served.
You will be enchanted when decadently dining on our luxury junk. Life just doesn’t get better than this! We then set sail for Lan Ha Bay – A member of the World’s Most Beautiful Bays.
15h00: We will visit the Dark and Bright cave, famous for Lan Ha Bay’s pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape. Here you will take some photos of the romantic, lyrical local see-sights.
This is also the best time for tourists to enjoy bamboo boats or kayaking which is an interesting activity to discover the truest beauty of the limestone mountains and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay.
Afterward, visitors immerse in the emerald green water of Lan Ha Bay with exciting swimming activities or enjoy mini pool with jacuzzi on Mon Chéri Cruise.
16h30: Return to Mon Chéri Cruises. It is an ideal time for photography enthusiasts to capture the stunning moment of sunset at Lan Ha Bay.
17h30-18h30: Join the cooking demonstration and “happy hour” with buy one get 1 free.
19h30: Enjoy a romantic dinner at the restaurant on Mon Chéri Cruise.
21h00-22h00: Enjoy the nightlife of the bay from the top deck. Immerse yourself in music, enjoying a glass of cocktail from the bar, watching famous films, and relaxing on the cruise.
Otherwise, you can fish squid with the sailors or simply relax in the room and watch the bay from the balcony.
Overnight on the cruise.
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Tuan Chau Port
06h00: Start your day full of energy with a Tai-chi class on the deck and watch the sunrise.
06h45-07h15: A light breakfast is available at the restaurant with tea, coffee, traditional Pho or Bun Ca, and cakes (breakfast time can change due to the itinerary).
07h30-09h00: You will join the tour of Cat Ba World Biosphere by transshipment. It takes 30 minutes to transfer from Gia Luan to Trung Trang – one of the most impressive caves in Cat Ba island, Vietnam.
The limestone cave has thousands of stalactites in various shapes, offering geological values with a typical cave ecosystem.
09h30: Checking out of the room. Then the lunch in the restaurant is ready for you, pay the extra fee (if any) at the reception while traveling to the port.
Kindly needed pay for the costs in charge of the front desk (if any) while traveling to the port.
10h30-11h00: Disembark and move back to the port.
11h30-11h45: Arrive Tuan Chau Marina.
Note: The itinerary is subject to change without notice, in accordance with the weather and other operating conditions.
Day 1: Tuan Chau Port – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay
08h20 – 09h00: Limousine D-car picks you up at your hotel in the old quarter or at 34 Hoa Ma Str, Hai Ba Trung Dist, Ha Noi, or Hanoi Opera House (If you book a shuttle bus from Hanoi – There is an additional charge for booking).
12h00: The crew members of Mon Cheri Cruise will welcome you to No.16, Tuan Chau Marina, Quang Ninh. Phone for receptionist at Mon Cheri Cruise lounge: +84 987671669 / +84 936905115
12h45: You will be taken aboard our support vessel and travel from the wharf via the bay to board our luxurious craft, Mon Chéri Cruise. Welcome fresh drinks, wet towels, and a special lunch of fresh food and an assortment of appetizing delicacies will be served.
You will be enchanted when decadently dining on our luxury junk. Life just doesn’t get better than this! We then set sail for Lan Ha Bay – A member of the World’s Most Beautiful Bays.
15h00: We will visit the Dark and Bright cave, famous for its pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. Here you will take some photos of the romantic, lyrical local see-sights.
This is also the best time for tourists to enjoy bamboo boat or kayaking which is an interesting activity to discover the truest beauty of the limestone mountains and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay.
Afterward, visitors immerse in the emerald green water of Lan Ha Bay with exciting swimming activities or enjoy mini pool with jacuzzi on Mon Chéri Cruise.
16h30: Return to Mon Chéri Cruises. It is an ideal time for photography enthusiasts to capture the stunning moment of sunset at Lan Ha Bay.
17h30-18h30: Join the cooking demonstration and “happy hour” with buy one get 1 free.
19h30: Enjoy a romantic dinner at the restaurant on Mon Chéri Cruise.
21h00-22h00: Enjoy the nightlife of the bay from the top deck. Immerse yourself in music, enjoying a glass of cocktail from the bar, watching famous films and relaxing on the cruise.
Otherwise, you can fish squid with the sailors or simply relax in the room and watch the bay from the balcony.
Overnight on the cruise.
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Viet Hai Village – Cat Ba Island
06h00: Start your day full of energy with a Tai-chi class on the deck and watch the sunrise.
06h45-07h15: Breakfast is served at the restaurant.
08h00-08h30: You will be transferred to the day tour cruise to visit the bay to go further than Lan Ha Bay. During cruising time, you can admire the beauty of the Bay with thousand islets.
10h30-11h00: You start the journey to discover Viet Hai village, a peaceful village with extremely beautiful scenery by bike or tram along the trails, through vast rice fields. You stop to rest and visit the old house made from straw, mud, bamboo … find out the lives of local people.
12h15-13h30: Return to the day tour cruise. You will be served lunch with a variety of dishes at the restaurant.
13h30: The cruise takes you to the pristine beach area, you are free to swim or participate in kayaking activities.
16h30: Return to Mon Chéri Cruises. You will be watching the sunset fall on Ha Long Bay, immersed in the soothing or vibrant music, sipping a cocktail.
19h30: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant on Mon Chéri Cruises.
21h00-22h00: Enjoy the nightlife of Ha Long Bay from the deck. Immerse yourself in music, enjoy a glass of cocktail from the bar and relax on the cruise.
Otherwise, you can fish squid with the sailors or simply relax in the room and watch Ha Long Bay from the balcony.
Overnight on Mon Chéri Cruise.
Day 3: LANHA BAY – TUAN CHAU PORT
06h00: Start your day full of energy with a Tai-chi class on the deck and watch the sunrise.
06h45-07h15: A light breakfast is available at the restaurant with tea, coffee, traditional Pho, or Bun Ca and cakes (breakfast time can change due to the itinerary).
07h30-09h00: You will join the tour of Cat Ba World Biosphere by transshipment. It takes 30 minutes to transfer from Gia Luan to Trung Trang – one of the most impressive caves in Cat Ba island, Vietnam.
The limestone cave has thousands of stalactites in various shapes, offering geologicalvalues with a typical cave ecosystem.
9h30: Checking out of the room. Then the lunch in the restaurant is ready for you, pay the extra fee (if any) at the reception while traveling to the port.
Kindly needed pay for the costs in charge of the front desk (if any) while traveling to the port.
10h30-11:00: Disembark and move back to the port.
11h30–11h45: Arrive Tuan Chau Marina.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Inclusion & Exclusion
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Applied to Mon Cheri Cruise Lan Ha Bay
Later changes or downward adjustments to the number of guests of the reservation will be considered a late cancellation and a fee will be applied as below. An upward adjustment will be confirmed and charged based on the situation of actual availability.
- From 1 to 6 cabins
- Up to 20 days before your cruise date: Free of charge
- 15 -19 days before your cruise date: 50% of the total price
- 7 – 14 days before your cruise date: 70% of the total price
- Less than 7 days: Full charge
- Up to 6 cabins
- Up to 50 days before your cruise date: Free of charge
- 35 -50 days before your cruise date: 20% of the total price
- 20 -34 days before your cruise date: 50% of the total price
- 10 – 19 days before your cruise date: 70% of the total price
- Less than 10 days: Full charge
- Charter
- Up to 100 days before your cruise date: Free of charge
- 65 – 99 days before your cruise date: 50% of the total price
- 45 – 64 days before your cruise date: 70% of the total price
- 35 – 44 days before your cruise date: 90% of the total price
- Less than 35 days: Full charge
Refunds due to bad weather will be issued based on the length of the tour already completed.
*** In case of bad weather, the fee will be applied as follows:
All cruises in Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay which want to stop overnight in the Bay must be licensed to manage the Bay and provide safe service.
In the days of bad weather (rainstorms, high winds, big waves, etc.), the Bay management board will consider giving a license or not to the overnight cruise provider to ensure the safety of tourists.
In such a case, we will apply the following policies:
- If you arrive at the harbor and have lunch, then go back to Hanoi, we will charge only lunch service + the transfer (if taken).
- If you arrive at the harbor and have lunch, visit Halong bay within 5 hours, then go back to Hanoi, we will charge only for the daily cruise trip, entrance fee, lunch and the transfer (if taken).
- If you arrive at the harbor and have lunch, visit areas in the bay, stay overnight on a cruise, the next day, have breakfast and go sightseeing, have lunch, then go back to Hanoi, we will charge for the 2 days 1 night price for cruise trip + the transfer (if taken).
- If you arrive at the harbor and have a lunch, visit areas in the bay, stay overnight on a cruise, the next day have breakfast and go sightseeing, have lunch, visit the bay within 5 hours, then go back to Hanoi, we will charge for the 2 days 1 night price and 5 hours on a daily cruise trip, lunch, entrance fee + the transfer (if taken).
Note:
The Bay Management Board often gives notice to cancel the overnight sleep permit, possibly while you are on the tour. In such situations, we would like to ask for your understanding about it.
The rainy season from August to October in Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay often has very unusual weather conditions, so overnight cruises in the bay can be canceled unexpectedly, and often with very late notice.
In all cases, please contact our staff, we will always do our best to ensure your satisfaction.
What's Included
- One – two nights on luxury Mon Chéri Cruises
- Welcome drinks with warm/cold tissues
- Room with air conditioning and private balcony
- Four-season Mini Pool, Outdoor Jacuzzi;
- Sightseeing tickets in the program
- Guides on board
- 7 meals on the program: 02 Lunches, 02 Dinners, 02 Breakfast, 01 Brunch
- Kayaking; Night squid fishing;
- The visit Trung Trang Cave
- Service fees and travel insurance
What's Excluded
- Shuttle Service to the Ferry
- Terminal
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips and other services not mentioned in the “Inclusion” section
No. Drinks, tips and other personal expenses are not included in our Halong Bay cruise price, so you’ll need to cover these costs separately.
Of course, provided we have the ingredients you require. Let us know in advance and we will do our best.
Our check-in time is at 11.30 a.m. We can arrange an extra boat to transfer you to the cruise if you are late, but you will need to cover the extra cost for the private transfer.
Sure, just let us know in advance as space for meals at the sundeck is limited.
No, you don’t. All cave entrance fees are included in the cruise price, so you don’t need to remember to take your change when you join us for one of our off-board excursions
The meals, except drinks, are included in the price. You only need to pay for the drinks or any extra food you may want to order.
Yes, we do. We strive to satisfy all special dietary needs our guests might have – vegetarian and vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free, food allergies or religious restrictions. Just kindly let us know in advance what your requirements are.
All our staff members speak English, so you’ll have no problem communicating with us during your time on board our cruise. However, we will appreciate any Vietnamese that you can use in conversations with us!
Yes, we have life jackets for all guests on board and our staff is trained in emergency procedures.
Definitely start with your passport! Please also remember to bring some sunblock, sunglasses and a hat, a swimming suit and some insect repellent. If you’re travelling in winter, then don’t forget to pack some warm clothes (you’ll find them very useful when you join our Tai Chi class at sunrise).
Overall rating
4.4 / 5
based on 59 reviews
Review summary
- Cruise condition/Cleanliness
4.4 / 5
- Room comfort/Standard
4.4 / 5
- Staff Performance
4.3 / 5
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Food/Dining
4.2 / 5
- Service Quality
4.4 / 5
- Value for money
4.4 / 5
Glad we picked it
This has been one of our best vacations we have ever had. The cruise was as expected..Perfect!
Elon Walker
Australia
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
October 15, 2022
Wonderful experience with the kids!
The Lan Ha Bay cruise was a wonderful experience! The scenery was beautiful and the jacuzzi was a great way to relax after a day of exploring. The mini golf course was also a lot of fun for my husband and kids.
Emily Thompson
United Kingdom
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
October 11, 2022
Excellent experience with Mon Cheri cruise
We took the Mon Cheri cruise through Lan Ha Bay and it was an amazing experience! The cabins were spacious with panoramic windows and great views, and we also had our own private balcony. As a couple, we felt like we had plenty of space and privacy.
Ingrid Kristiansen
Norway
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
September 23, 2022
Great cruise experience
We had a wonderful time on this cruise! The cabins were great. Really clean and well decorated, and the service was excellent. The food was delicious and there was plenty of it. Our sons usually eat everything but this time they met their match!
Dónall Óg Ó Ceallaigh
Ireland
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
September 11, 2022
Overall 10/10
From start to finish everything went according to plan. Thanks to the wonderful staff onboard the paradise sails cruise. The food was wow, just wow. We’ll definitely do it again someday soon!
Frank Rodriguez
United States
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
September 8, 2022
Great!
The cabins were spacious and had windows to take in the incredible views of Lan Ha Bay. We also loved having our own private balcony to relax on. The food was delicious.
Daniel Jacklin
United Kingdom
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
September 6, 2022
Great!
Our family just returned from the Mon Cheri Cruise and it was absolutely amazing! We opted to make our own way to the harbor to check-in. But got the transfer back. Worth the extra money for the private transfer atleast we could have toilet breaks!
Emma Antil
United Kingdom
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
August 30, 2022
Beautiful scenery
We were really excited to take our cruise in Lan Ha Bay and it did not disappoint! The scenery is breathtaking and the frequent stops at select beaches, caves, and islands were really convenient. Recommend this cruise!
Benjamin Crawford
United Kingdom
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
July 25, 2022
Great for our family.
The Mon Cheri cruise was exceptional! Halong Bay was perfect with good weather, and the things to do were a lot of fun. We would definitely recommend this trip.
Zoey Neilan
Canada
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
July 15, 2022
wonderful moments with beautiful scenery
This was the perfect cruise for our family! The stops were frequent and allowed us to see some of the most beautiful parts of Lan Ha Bay. Our kids loved swimming and exploring the caves and we all enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere on board. One of the best vacations ever!
Éamonn Ó Dónaill
Ireland
Travelled as Family
2 Days 1 Night
July 2, 2022
Perfect
We thoroughly enjoyed our cruise on Lan Ha Bay. The jacuzzi was a great way to relax after a day of exploring the beautiful scenery. The mini golf course was also a fun diversion for the kids. While my husband loved the top deck bar and lounge. Especially, the cold Tiger beers after sunbathing and swimming all day!
Mia Hernández
United Kingdom
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
June 8, 2022
Everything we expected and MORE!
The cruise is world class. The rooms are spacious and have enormous windows that gave almost panoramic views of the karst mountain formations in Halong Bay. The service is 5-star and all the activities were great. We particularly enjoyed canoeing and rappelling! The staff is very professional. The best part is that Mon Chieri upgraded our room for free! To top it all off, the company gave us a call after the cruise to say they will send a special gift to us at our hotel in Hanoi!”
Becky Pruden
France
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
November 15, 2019
We wish we could have stayed longer
It’s school break in the US so we decided to visit Halong Bay as a family. The cruise was actually recommended by a friend of my dad who had nothing but praises for Mon Chieri. It was a great bonding experience for everyone so we’re thankful we decided to go. The cruise was well organized – with very friendly staff, world-class facilities, and great food on board. Excellent choice of activities too. The only regret we had was we only booked the 2-day package. We felt like we missed some of the attractions and activities that Halong has to offer. Hopefully we can come back soon!”
Herbert Hatchett
United States
Travelled as Family
2 Days 1 Night
October 23, 2019
For the price we paid, this cruise can’t be beat!
It was incredible, the amount of food served was exceptional and absolutely delicious. Top-notch facilities , the room we had was clean, comfortable and spacious. The top deck was perfect for relaxation with plenty of loungers. The cost for cruises in Halong bay are quite steep, but considering this is one of the most reasonable options, it was perfect for our family! The tour was breathtaking, seeing all the limestone islands and we get to kayak in such a tranquil area of Lan Ha Bay was simply amazing!”
Jeanette Winstead
Australia
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
September 18, 2019
Mon Cheri exceeded our expectations
The boat was exquisite. New, clean & finely decorated. Everything looks exactly as they were in the photos. The staff was very accommodating and the food was delightful to say the least. The activities were great: swimming, kayaking, squid fishing, cooking class, cave exploring etc. You can also arrange transfer to/from your hotel in Hanoi.”
Ahmale Dlamini
South Africa
Travelled as Single
2 Days 1 Night
August 24, 2019
Fun trip
We took part a two day – one night cruise in Lan Ha Bay with my girlfriend by Mon Chéri. The boat was very nice, the cabin was cosy and comfortable. Food was ok and the crew organized very exciting programs for us like kayaking on the Bay or short trekkings on some islands. Generally we were satisfied with it. We advice it for everyone.
Joan W
Canada
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
August 7, 2018
Highly recommend!
As Halong Bay is UNESCO World Heritage New7Wonders of Nature in which I really would like to recommend you to choose Mon Cheri cruise. Mon Cheri cruise is the newest and fastest cruise ever.
The bedroom is spacious and beautifully decorated. My single bed is super comfy with 2 pillows. The balcony has 2 chairs for enjoying scenery and fresh air. However, the bathroom curtain is not very thick so you can see everything inside out.
After lunch, it is time for kayaking along Lan Ha Bay. The beach is clean because a cruise manager is very kind to always pick up the trashes at the beach to preserve the nature.
Sunset party is great with snack, sangria and fruit juice. But we took advantage of happy hour for buy 2 get 1 free. After that, there was Vietnamese spring roll cooking class. The night ended with squid fishing. I started the second day with Taichi class in early morning, then having breakfast before going to take bamboo boat for relaxing for the up-close scenery of Cat Ba Island. Cruise manager took good care and well explained the history.
For the way back, I got a limousine van with massage chair. It was too good to be true when I forgot my thing and they drop by the hotel to return it. All in all, I do recommend you to choose Mon Cheri. It’s really the impressive experience.
Irene L
United States
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
August 6, 2018
Great Time in Halong Bay
We had a great time on this cruise with lots of activities and very friendly staff who organise everything and make the whole trip run smoothly. A big thanks to the crew for making us feel very welcome.
Alice H
United States
Travelled as Family
2 Days 1 Night
August 5, 2018
Great cruise!
The cruise was wonderful. We did the 2 night 3 day trip…. We all agreed the full day out on Lan Ha Bay was one of our favorite days in Vietnam. There was a great boat ride through part of the bay, kayaking, swimming, a fishing thing, tons of amazing views.
On board the main boat, the crew was helpful and friendly! The food was delicious and ABUNDANT (sooo much food!). The room was nice and clean with a beautiful view.
Denise E
United States
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
August 4, 2018
Must try!
We were for 2 days and one night. The crew was exceptional ensuring all of us had everything we needed. The boat accommodated us very comfortably. The meals we were served were delicious and the entertainment during dinner added to the fun. Thank you Mon Chéri!
Michelle W
Australia
Travelled as Family
2 Days 1 Night
August 3, 2018
Lovely Crew!
We booked the cruise at the last minute through our hotel and it was a great experience ever. We can’t say enough good things about the crew on Mon Chéri. They were excellent, friendly and attentive, they took great care of us all the time. Our room was very comfortable and clean, with great view to outside. Kayaking and cave excursion were both interesting and fun. We loved our cruise and would certainly come back!
Alan B
New Zealand
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 31, 2018
Glad we chose Mon Chéri!
2 nights staying on Mon Chéri was indeed the best time of our Vietnam trip! The crew took care of all our needs in the best possible manner. Guide was super cool, also enjoyed playing guitar in night with fellow mates. Truly a cruise to remember, highly highly recommended.
Mary L
United States
Travelled as Group
3 Days 2 Nights
July 30, 2018
Best cruise of Ha Long Bay
Their service was excellent. The crew were helpful, friendly and smiling. I think here is the best choice to see this heritage among hundreds of boats. Keep going Mon Chéri. Thank you!
Jessica R
United States
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
July 30, 2018
Absolutely lovely.
Went with my beautiful girlfriend, we both had an amazing time. We were lucky enough to have 2 days of beautiful weather. Would recommend to others who want to experience the beauty and enjoy a cozy stay in Halong Bay .
Ronald C
Canada
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 29, 2018
Absolutely lovely.
Went with my beautiful girlfriend, we both had an amazing time. We were lucky enough to have 2 days of beautiful weather. Would recommend to others who want to experience the beauty and enjoy a cozy stay in Halong Bay .
Ronald C
Canada
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 29, 2018
Love it
We had the most amazing time during our visit to halong bay. The boat was small with beautiful decoration. We never tired of sitting out on balcony and just watching the beautiful scenery drift by. The crew was fantastic, very attentive and friendly. We definitely loved this boat and we will recommend in future to other guests.
George K
Canada
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 28, 2018
Wonderful Trip
We went on Mon Chéri as apart of our honeymoon. The service was amazing and food outstanding. Our bartenders catered to our every need. We were even spoiled with a honeymoon cake and gift! Thanks Mon Chéri for a great trip to an amazing place.
Larry G
United Kingdom
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 28, 2018
Great Experience!
We booked a 2 day, 1 night cruise in Halong Bay with Mon Chéri boat and it was one of the best decisions we have made. It took us only 2 hours drive to Lan Ha Bay including a short break at the crafts center for toilet and shopping. The boat was at the perfect size. The cabin was lovely and spacious for a cruise with well-equipped bathroom. The staffs were super friendly and attentive, they made everything become easy. We really enjoyed all the activities (swimming and kayaking in Three Peach beach area, boat rowing to Dark and Bright cave, …). We will definitely come back and do this again.
Cheryl C
New Zealand
Travelled as Family
2 Days 1 Night
July 27, 2018
Amazing Halong cruise!
Thanks to Mon Chéri cruise and your team. We had a great and memorable time in Lan Ha Bay forever. It was a regret that I could book 3 day 2 night cruise instead of 2 day 1 night. The boat was very charming with just around 20 guests on boat. The itineraries were really well organized so we were not rush to join. Our cabin was lovely with jacuzzi, bath tub and private balcony. The staff was always hard-working, funny and kind. The most activity I like on this cruise was the best dinner with Vietnamese tradition music play. I would definitely choose Mon Chéri if I come back!
Jane C
United Kingdom
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 26, 2018
Amazing Halong cruise!
Thanks to Mon Chéri cruise and your team. We had a great and memorable time in Lan Ha Bay forever. It was a regret that I could book 3 day 2 night cruise instead of 2 day 1 night. The boat was very charming with just around 20 guests on boat. The itineraries were really well organized so we were not rush to join. Our cabin was lovely with jacuzzi, bath tub and private balcony. The staff was always hard-working, funny and kind. The most activity I like on this cruise was the best dinner with Vietnamese tradition music play. I would definitely choose Mon Chéri if I come back!
Jane C
United Kingdom
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 26, 2018
Highly recommened
From the moment we got on the ship to the moment we got off the staff couldnt do enough! The food was amazing and the staff prior asked for any special needs as they cater for all. The kayaking around Halong bay, beach, and going in the caves is not to be missed!! The entertainment throughout dinner set a perfect evening with the staffs watching the sunset on the bay. They went out after work and spent time teaching us how to squid fish, teach us some vietnamese and in turn learn some english.
The rooms were very spacious and clean with a spectacular view. A great experience all around.
Lois N
New Zealand
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
July 24, 2018
A great time in Halong Bay
We took a two day tour with Mon Cheri and it was a lovely and great experience. The boat is really good, cabins are comfortable and the crew is friendly and helpful. Special thank to our guide, a great person and with a lot of passion for what she does. We recommend this company and Halong Bay
Ralph K
Canada
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 23, 2018
A great time in Halong Bay
We took a two day tour with Mon Cheri and it was a lovely and great experience. The boat is really good, cabins are comfortable and the crew is friendly and helpful. Special thank to our guide, a great person and with a lot of passion for what she does. We recommend this company and Halong Bay
Ralph K
Canada
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 23, 2018
Amazing stay
We get picked up on the mini bus, given refreshments and head down to the bay. The staff were so polite and helpful making things really enjoyable. The food was at great quality for the whole trip! Our room was spotless, bathroom was massive and immaculate.
The activists you can take part in are well thought of and exciting!! Especially the cooking class we had great fun.
I would highly recommend this cruise as everything was perfect!
Celia B
United Kingdom
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 22, 2018
Amazing stay
We get picked up on the mini bus, given refreshments and head down to the bay. The staff were so polite and helpful making things really enjoyable. The food was at great quality for the whole trip! Our room was spotless, bathroom was massive and immaculate.
The activists you can take part in are well thought of and exciting!! Especially the cooking class we had great fun.
I would highly recommend this cruise as everything was perfect!
Celia B
United Kingdom
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 22, 2018
Good job, Mon Cheri!
We booked a 2 days, 1 night tour on the cruise and everything was arranged to perfection. The cabins were huge, spotless clean and comfortable. The food was very good and carefully prepared. There were also a list of activities to take part in (visiting caves, kayaking, happy hour at sunset, cooking lessons, thai chi at dawn, visits to war-time refuges in Cat Ba, spa treatments…) so we never got bored! Most of all though, we have appreciated the attentiveness of the Mon Cheri Cruises staff, who has been great in providing excellent customer service. Well done!
Nick C
Canada
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 21, 2018
Didn’t want to leave!
Had an amazing stay on Mon Cheri. The cabin was 5 Star- beautiful bed, bathroom and every room had a balcony. Staffs were as lovely as the foods. Great onboard activities. Would love to go back- great memories of a wonderful stay. Beautiful boat!
April G
New Zealand
Travelled as Single
3 Days 2 Nights
July 20, 2018
Cruise with smiles!
It’s my very first time on a luxury cruise overnight on ocean, and i can’t say enough about their great service and warmest welcome. Room is big with wide view and useful balcony. Huge bathroom and very comfortable. The food was good and the itinerary was smart. Highly recommend to everyone looking for Halong Bay visit.
Wilma V
United Kingdom
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 18, 2018
Lovely cruise with excellent team
The ship looked new with excellent facilities and the staff is very passionate and helpful. There were a plenty of activities (kayaking, cooking, fishing, Cat Ba Island visit). We highly recommend MonChéri cruise for their top-notch service, smiles and kindness! We wished we had an extra night onboard as we loved it! Cheers to Hoang, our day trip organizer.
Clarence F
Australia
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
July 16, 2018
Sweet!
We had a wonderful experience. The most memorable part of our trip to Vietnam. The staffs were very courteous, enthusiastic and helpful. The cruise interiors are beautifully designed. And the activities they had for us were really amazing.
Dave W
United States
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
July 15, 2018
Wish we had booked longer!
If you’re looking for a Ha Long Bay overnight cruise, this is the one!
We booked a two day cruise. Meals were good. Not very authentic Vietnamese, but accommodating to people of all flavors. Dont be afraid to ask for more. They are more than happy to oblige.
Great for small intimate groups.
The rooms were clean and comfy. The only complaint was it took quite long to get them cool, and they hardly got cool enough.
There was a cooking class also. The music band played during dinner. We really wish we had done the 3 day cruise.
Antoinette H
New Zealand
Travelled as Group
2 Days 1 Night
July 14, 2018
Brilliant cruise
The cruise was brilliant, the food was delicious, and the staffs were friendly. The room was spacious with balcony and a large window. It was amazing to wake up with the view of Halong bay.
Highly recommended!
Wilha B
Australia
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
July 12, 2018
A beautiful boat and staffs with heart!
We took a 2night/3day trip. The cruise was immaculate and beautifully arranged. Our room was spacious and comfortable. The food was fantastic.The weather cooperated! But the best thing was the staffs, I think. They were so friendly, so hard working and so genuinely dedicated to doing a good job. This is a luxury cruise experience and it is affordable. If you have the chance, try it!
Kelly C
United States
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
July 11, 2018
A beautiful boat and staffs with heart!
We took a 2night/3day trip. The cruise was immaculate and beautifully arranged. Our room was spacious and comfortable. The food was fantastic.The weather cooperated! But the best thing was the staffs, I think. They were so friendly, so hard working and so genuinely dedicated to doing a good job. This is a luxury cruise experience and it is affordable. If you have the chance, try it!
Kelly C
United States
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
July 11, 2018
Beautiful views, modern facilities & superb service
We booked a two day cruise and would highly recommend it. The service on the cruise was fantastic. Our room was modern and spacious, with a balcony which was a great spot to sit down and admire the view. Meals were tasty & very generous (5 courses!). We really enjoyed the tours (kayaking, and to the Hospital Cave on Cat Ba) with a knowledgeable guide. There are also a range of activities to take part in on the ship, and we’d recommend taking part in as many as you can as they were all fun (in particular, squid fishing on the first evening was great). The whole staff team were consummately professionals.
Chelsea B
New Zealand
Travelled as Family
2 Days 1 Night
July 10, 2018
Beautiful views, modern facilities & superb service
We booked a two day cruise and would highly recommend it. The service on the cruise was fantastic. Our room was modern and spacious, with a balcony which was a great spot to sit down and admire the view. Meals were tasty & very generous (5 courses!). We really enjoyed the tours (kayaking, and to the Hospital Cave on Cat Ba) with a knowledgeable guide. There are also a range of activities to take part in on the ship, and we’d recommend taking part in as many as you can as they were all fun (in particular, squid fishing on the first evening was great). The whole staff team were consummately professionals.
Chelsea B
New Zealand
Travelled as Family
2 Days 1 Night
July 10, 2018
Thanks for a great trip
We stayed for 3 days – 2 nights on the Mon Chéri cruise. The third day is a must!!! We went deeper in the bay on the day boat, biked on Cat Ba island to reach the small village Viet Hai. Because we were only two for the middle day, we hiked on the mountain with our amazing guide Binh to get the best view on the bay! The lunch on the boat was delicious and authentic (seafood, barbecue, soup, vegetables and fruits). The crew (all from Cat Ba) was very welcoming and warming. A big thank to Cuong, Lich, Hoa and also the chef, Luyen, for the delicious food on the day boat!!
Steven N
Canada
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
July 8, 2018
Incredible experience,
We recommend this cruises to you to experience better about Ha Long bay (It’s one of 7 best natural places to visit)
Rex T
Canada
Travelled as Group
2 Days 1 Night
July 7, 2018
Premium experience
We arrived at the boat to be greeted by the crew waving to us and their hospitality never ended until we got back in our car to return to Hanoi. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable. The meals were perfect and the activities were well organised. A very enjoyable couple of days (we did the 2 night cruise) and would recommend it to anyone half interested in seeing this beautiful Halong Bay. Mon Cheri is definitely 5 star.
Randal V
India
Travelled as Family
3 Days 2 Nights
July 4, 2018
The 5 Star trip
My just-married wife and I decided to take in a 2 night/3 day Halong Bay Cruise whilst visiting Vietnam on our honeymoon, and everything about the Mon Cheri Cruise was absolutely 5 star.
The staff were very friendly and attentive to all our needs and desires.
Lovely surprises were in store for us, as the staff had decorated our room to mark our occasion, and also surprised us by dimming the lights at dinner on our first evening, and presented us with a celebratory wedding cake. Brilliant touches Mon Cheri !!!
The itinerary was also excellent. Plenty to do, and loaded with variation.
Would definitely recommend this boat to my friend if they are considering a cruise in Halong Bay.
Donald B
United States
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
July 2, 2018
A hidden gem
I was impressed about Halong bay with Mon Chéri cruise. From timely pick-up to drop-off by a Limousine, everything was smooth and very well organized. The rooms are spacious, luxurious and comfortable. The crew was super friendly and helpful, especially a waiter who name Bon was doing great. Highly recommend!
Tony B
New Zealand
Travelled as Family
2 Days 1 Night
July 1, 2018
A hidden gem
I was impressed about Halong bay with Mon Chéri cruise. From timely pick-up to drop-off by a Limousine, everything was smooth and very well organized. The rooms are spacious, luxurious and comfortable. The crew was super friendly and helpful, especially a waiter who name Bon was doing great. Highly recommend!
Tony B
New Zealand
Travelled as Family
2 Days 1 Night
July 1, 2018
Excellent trip !
It was just perfect ! Although we are vegan, but once giving them the notice, everyday we had special meals that were just AWESOME in Vietnamese style… That was soooo good. Everybody was very helpful, kind, and friendly! They did everything to make us happy. The boat is new, very beautiful. The activities were great. We highly recommend that cruise !!
Maria G
United States
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
June 30, 2018
Beautiful
The cruise was beautiful. Our room was special with a private balcony where we can enjoy the perfect sunsets (and sunrise). The food was incredible and the activities lots of fun. We did 2night/3day and I wish it was longer. I had a full body massage with hot stones and after that I felt so good. I loved it!
I will suggest to add more interactions with locals at Cat Ba island, to know more about their lives and make this trip more cultural and interesting.
James K
United Kingdom
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
June 28, 2018
Beautiful
The cruise was beautiful. Our room was special with a private balcony where we can enjoy the perfect sunsets (and sunrise). The food was incredible and the activities lots of fun. We did 2night/3day and I wish it was longer. I had a full body massage with hot stones and after that I felt so good. I loved it!
I will suggest to add more interactions with locals at Cat Ba island, to know more about their lives and make this trip more cultural and interesting.
James K
United Kingdom
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
June 26, 2018
Absolutely worth it!!!
The ship was really great, the food and service were amazing! We boarded the ship discovering Halong Bay and on our route weren’t many other ships. Even when the weather was not very nice but we still had a great tour in an amazing area!
Clare G
United States
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
June 8, 2018
5 stars, the perfect choice
We have a 2-day cruise with Mon Cheri. The service, as so often in Vietnam, is just incredibly good. We were picked up with a luxury bus (on time) and could enjoy the ride in leather seats and free Wi-Fi. Already on arrival, the employees waved to us and at lunch time we knew what a great choice we met. For lunch there was already a 6 course menu; from shrimp to spring rolls to chicken everything was there. What I remembered most positively was the fact that it was still loose in terms of dress code (wearing shorts at dinner). The ship itself was still very new and to the complete satisfaction. From the upper deck you had a beautiful view of Halong Bay. The cabin was a dream. With only 1 night you did not know what to do first. There was also a cooking class, night fishing, kayaking and a cave tour.
As a farewell there was even a cashmere scarf. As a result, there can be only 5 stars here!
Sven A
Canada
Travelled as Group
2 Days 1 Night
May 22, 2018
A luxury cruise
We did the one-night cruising and it was simply wonderful. From the beginning to the end. The spectacular treatment, the delicious and elegant food, the fantastic excursions … everything.
We had a problem with our room and it was not working well the air conditioning … we have complained and although they fixed, in the end they changed our room and we got the 303 …. wonderful, huge, with jacuzzi and sofa Massages … spectacular.
Thanks to Mr. Huong for making the cruise so perfect for everyone, you are amazing!
Victor C
Singapore
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
May 15, 2018
My best trip ever
It was my honeymoon in HaLong Bay on a nice cruise with a good price. Within two days, I was having so much fun with a lot of activities. The staff there were very friendly. The cabin was huge and luxurious. I would highly recommend that you take HaLong Bay trip on the Mon Cheri Cruise.
Kenny R
New Zealand
Travelled as Couple
2 Days 1 Night
June 23, 2016
