The international cruise ship tourism to Ha Long is continuously gradually vibrant, in which the Beihai – Halong route is hoped to open a potential big market and create a new tour for Vietnamese guests.
The Beihai – Halong route used to be active vibrantly from 1998. However, the tourism route had to stop its operation for many reasons. After 16 years suspended, it was revived in November, 2024.
Opening again this cruise ship route sealed solidarity partnership cooperation of both sides, especially with the tourism industry. After that, two succcessive ships arrived in Ha Long last year with around 1500 people.
Tourists of the route are also excited with spectacular landscapes of Ha Long Bay world natural heritage, along with lots of tours discovering local unique characteristics. According to the information of Hon Gai Tourism and Service JSC of Quang branch, it reopened and exploited this tour with the price approximately 1000 – 1500 NDT (about 3.5 to 5.3 million VND). The price just includes 2 nights staying, meals on boat and other services. Other expenses on land visitors have to pay themselves.
This is just a promotion price for tourists on their first trips, in which the real fees may be higher. “The route is expected to warm-up the cruise ship tourism connecting both destinations, as well as creating interesting products and opening attractive journeys for tourists of two countries”. Mr. Nguyen Ha Hai, Director of the company said.
In the rush phase of November 2025, there will be 3 turns per week dispatched from Beihai to Halong. It is truly a good signal for lasting and stimulating development for this marine route. To diversify and enhance the journey attraction, the unit is able to open broader tours, routes and trips. When arriving in Ha Long, tourists can continuously go to Hanoi, Ninh Binh or extend their journeys to Da Nang, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh city… About the matters, Hon Gai Tours Quang Ninh and other travel agencies have prepared various options meeting tourists’ demands.
In addition, with the regular journey coming back soonly, it will make opportunities for Vietnamese travellers joining in the luxurious tourism journey to Beihai – one of the most beautiful cities of China. Hon Gai Tours Quang Ninh are discussing with its partners to introduce Ha Long – Beihai cruise ship tours for Vietnamese guests, including 4 days 3 night or 5 days 4 nights.
Quang Ninh Tourism Information Promotion Center
