Ambassador Day Cruise: Ha Long Bay Tour with Sung Sot & Ti Top

We had the best experience with our tour guide, Tu, and the amazing Halong Bay Ambassador Cruise. The tour started with round-trip transportation in a luxurious bus, and once we arrived in Halong Bay, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea on the luxurious Ambassador Cruise. We also walked through limestone caves, played on the beach, and experienced canoeing, making it a very fun and fulfilling day. If you are considering several Halong Bay tours, you should definitely choose this one. The level of satisfaction is absolutely different. Also, our tour guide, Tu, was very knowledgeable and humorous, and he supported our family in a fun way. We are very grateful. Please visit Halong Bay and experience the Ambassador Cruise with Tu!

The weather was perfect for my off-season trip to Hanoi, which made it a very enjoyable experience. I was able to see picturesque scenery, creating lasting memories of Hanoi. Although I was traveling alone and felt a bit lonely, I was delighted when a staff member who spoke Korean verbally explained things to me. The buffet offered a wide variety of delicious food, but as an introvert who isn't fond of spices, I mostly stuck to the vegetable dishes. The manager, noticing this, seemed concerned and kindly suggested various other food options. Haha. I was so tired from an early start that I fell asleep during the final live performance, but even with my eyes closed, it sounded wonderful. Lol.

While the price was a bit higher compared to other tours, the lunch buffet was excellent, offering a wide variety of delicious dishes including both meat and seafood. The large size of the boat also meant less rocking, making for a very comfortable tour overall. Each group was assigned a table on board, which served as a resting and dining area throughout the cruise. We were on the 3rd floor, and the 4th floor was used similarly. Private rooms on the 2nd floor were also available for an additional charge. Our local guide, Lucky, did an excellent job organizing everything from boarding to disembarking. He provided a laser-guided tour inside Sung Sot Cave and was very attentive during transfers, allowing us to enjoy the tour with peace of mind. The early departure time was also a plus, as it allowed us to visit attractions efficiently before they got too crowded. After leaving Luon Cave, our final stop, there was a live performance on deck. The setlist, featuring popular songs from the US, Vietnam, and China, was surprisingly enjoyable. We opted for round-trip transportation from Hanoi city, which took a full 2.5 hours on the way there and 3.5 hours on the way back. The bus had comfortable three-row seating with reclining options, but it would be wise to plan how to spend your time during the journey.

I was a bit worried after hearing that traveling on a large cruise ship might be difficult if there were too many people, but thankfully those worries were unfounded as the entire trip was amazing. The staff were so kind and the food was delicious~! I love mantis shrimp, but since it was my first time having to peel them, I was struggling. A staff member brought me scissors and even demonstrated how to peel them. Special thanks to Ruby, the staff member in charge of Korean! She took such good care of every little detail, making the trip so comfortable. She even got off at the sightseeing spots with us, braved the heat while moving around, acted as our guide, and actively helped us with whatever we needed, making it a truly wonderful trip. However, I do think you need to double-check the times when booking the limousine service. This might have been because I changed my travel date the day before, but we arrived just 7 minutes before check-in closed and even received a message on WhatsApp asking when we would arrive. It was a heart-pounding moment, but once we boarded, it was such a happy trip💕 Thank you, Ruby! ❤️👍

The food was better than eating out. Although the tour was a one-day itinerary, it was well-organized and fun overall. I was worried about the language barrier and getting around since there weren't as many Koreans as I expected and it was my first time, but Ruby, the person in charge, spoke Korean well and guided me every time we moved, which made it even more comfortable and enjoyable. I highly recommend trying it at least once, especially with the live show!

It had been a very long time since my last visit to Ha Long Bay. I had never taken a cruise before, so this time, despite traveling solo, I made time for it, and it turned out to be a wonderful experience. I didn't expect much since the price wasn't expensive, but they assigned individual seats and provided guides who spoke various languages to ensure there were no communication barriers. During the cave exploration, the guide accompanied us, helping with photos and guiding us just like a professional package tour guide, making the trip so comfortable and enjoyable. They provided a simple breakfast with options like pho, and upon our return, a quite well-prepared buffet was waiting. During the meal, we enjoyed a high-end dining experience while listening to live keyboard music and a singer's performance. They served coffee and tea for dessert, and I want to give a belated round of applause to the staff who did their absolute best. I especially want to send a special thanks to the female guide who was so kind to me and the passengers sitting next to me. Her detailed guidance in fluent Korean made the trip so comfortable and enjoyable. Thank you, Ambassador Cruise~~~

amazing experience of the day cruise tour with ambassador. Mr. Hoang took special care of us and made our honeymoon really special. a big shoutout to the indian food they have, its tastier than it looks.

My day on the Ambassador Cruise was one of the best Halong Bay experiences I’ve had. From the music and food to the island hopping and kayaking, everything felt relaxing and well-organized. Tony’s service made it even better. The live band on the sundeck created a perfect backdrop as we sailed past the limestone karsts. It wasn’t loud just enough to make the scenery feel cinematic. Lunch on board was a highlight: a generous buffet with Vietnamese and international dishes. The itinerary covered the classic stops without feeling rushed. We visited Sung Sot Cave, stopped at Ti Top Island for a swim, and kayaked through the calm lagoon in the Luon Cave area. Tony stood out for his attentiveness and professional approach. He was quick to answer questions and helped coordinate activities smoothly. If you want a full-day Halong Bay cruise with good music, solid food, classic sights, and easy water activities, the Ambassador Cruise delivers. Tony’s service makes the experience personal.

There were many cruise ships and I was wondering which one to choose, but I'm really glad I chose this one. I could tell right away that it was different from other ships. The dedicated check-in counter, the luxurious ship, the high-quality food, the activities, the cool staff were all very kind and wonderful. I also stayed in a private room, and it was so nice that I wanted to stay there for a night. The weather wasn't very good, but the ship was so wonderful that I didn't mind at all. I had the best memories of my trip to Hanoi. If I had another chance, I would choose this ship.

I took the Ambassador Cruise for the Ha Long Bay tour, and while the weather was fantastic, the cruise itinerary was also absolute perfection. We had assigned seating, and a manager-like staff member came over to give us a schedule with a brief introduction, letting us know there was a Korean-speaking staff member available if we needed anything. A staff member named Ruby proactively guided us at every port of call and constantly checked in on us inside the cruise ship to see if we were having fun and if we needed anything! Ruby was so kind, and all the other staff members were incredibly friendly as well. The cruise ship was clean, and the buffet offered a wide variety of food and was SO delicious! They even gave us snacks right when we first boarded the ship and again after the tour ended... Honestly, if anyone is planning a Ha Long Bay cruise tour, I would definitely, without a doubt, strongly recommend the [Ambassador Cruise]. They even had live performances during lunch and on the way back after the tour ended! I am so grateful to the Ambassador Cruise staff for giving me such wonderful memories!!