Review Author: Becca D, Port Douglas, Australia

Review Date: 27 Nov 2019

Review Body: We went on the two day 1 night cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay, and would recommend this type and this company over others. This area is a lot less crowded than Ha Long Bay, less boats which means less chance of hearing music or loud people from other boats nearby. The other reason I would recommend this company is their itinerary isn't the same as others. Other companies offer the same activities for a 1 day and a 2 day trip, which means you're paying more for the same thing. The boat was beautiful, it was a 3 star and was definitely better than I was expecting, awesome decore and great showers. Day 1) We started with lunch on the boat, then went to explore a cave (one of the coolest caves I've ever seen!) with an interesting history, then swimming, and then a free drink and snacks, then a cooking demonstration and then dinner (So many courses you will be so full!) day 2) started with tai chi, then a light breakfast, then kayaking through a floating village, then brunch and room check out and just cruising back to the bay. The scenery is stunning, you could sit on the top deck the entire time and enjoy the view as well and that alone is worth the money! The staff are all great and the cruise managers Anna and Harry are FANTASTIC! Anna made the our time of the cruise extra special!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: dftravelgirl2014, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Review Date: 05 Dec 2019

Review Body: We booked a one night stay on board Victory Star Cruises on Halong Bay in Vietnam. It was wonderful and I found out during our cruise they offer a 2 night package as well. Book the two nights!!! Victory Star had short excursions off the boat to see a cave or go swimming or stay on board if you like. We anchored in a small cove over night and had only 2 other boats near us. Very quite and peaceful. I heard from other tourists who were with other boast companies that their boats anchored in an area with a lot of boats and was noisy all night. They did not like that. The next day we did an excursion to a floating village and were rowed around in San pans. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Our crew had Anna, Harry and Cherry to take care of us. They did a great job. I am a vegetarian and it was not problem with meals. The rooms were nice size and very clean and comfortable. You could sit up on deck and watch the formations go by sit on your balcony which all the rooms had. Victory Star and her crew made our trip better than expected. Thank you!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Theoldmanrivers

Review Date: 02 Oct 2019

Review Body: Myself and a couple of my friends visited Ha Long bay for one of the overnight trips around the bay with the Victoria star boat company. Wasnt to sure what to expect but all came clear as soon as we arrived. Our host Anna was welcoming and very helpful and always had a smile on her face. Everything ran like clockwork from the times the boats set sail to food being ready to eat. Anna and the crew always put our safety first above all else and always made sure that everyone was secure and comfortable before proceeding on or off the boats. From the tender boats to the main vessel and the staff I couldn't fault anything that we did the food was delicious and the views are like things from dreams. Highly recommend this to anyone. Massive thank you to all the crew for making this a memory that will always stay with me. For the rite reasons. Regards Luke M

Review rating: 5

Review Author: annuuraj, Pune, India

Review Date: 23 Nov 2019

Review Body: Right from the time we were received at Halong Bay, transferred by a tender to our Junk, Victory Star, till our final departure, the service was impeccable. Our cabin was delightful, well appointed, with an en-suite bathroom and a little balcony overlooking the water. Anna, the tour manager was the Star of the Victory Star cruise! She was everywhere- organising, informing, organising and accompanying. A good lunch, cave visit, swimming in the Bay (don't miss that experience) Sundowners on the Upper Deck and...not everything should be divulged! The entire trip, cuisine, comfort, was far better than what we expected. We highly recommend it. The scenery is spectacular. Try everything, including waking up early morning for a Taichi class! We were part of a group and everyone loved the experience. The crew were efficient and courteous. Go for it!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: eve605, London, United Kingdom

Review Date: 08 Feb 2020

Review Body: We are just back from a 1 night stay in Halong Bay on the Victory Star and it was a a lovely experience from booking all the way through to departure. Louis was our booking contact and could not have been more helpful, when we arrived aboard we given the presidential suite which we were not expecting. The team did not know this trip was to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary so this was a lovely surprise. The menu is lovely, presentation fabulous and the staff very careful to ensure any dietary needs were covered. Ti Chi with Cherry was a lovely start to the 2nd day. She multitasked with Harry a number of roles over the 2 days and they were very professional. Special thanks to Anna the tour guide for this boat who was great fun, positive and couldn't do enough to help everyone. Super team and a super time.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: O5889UHsharona

Review Date: 02 Nov 2019

Review Body: We have just returned from an amazing 2 day one night trip with Victory Star Cruises. Food was great and plentiful, views stunning (v lucky with the weather) and the staff were great, very friendly and attentive- nothing to much. We were celebrating anniversary and the team recognised this and surprised us! I would thoroughly recommend Victory Cruises and if we return to Vietnam (for an anniversary perhaps?! ) we will definitely head back to Halong Bay with Victory Star Cruise. The floating village not to be missed and swimming in the water. One last thing the rooms are great so big for a boat- we were in a suite and it had a balcony, it was very nice and clean. Thanks to Anna, Cherry and Abby and rest of the crew. Sharon and Kevin

Review rating: 5

Review Author: severine4queen, San Jose, Costa Rica

Review Date: 08 Nov 2019

Review Body: Everything was planned in the smallest details. We arrived at the port from Ha Noi with our tour bus, and the ship was already waiting for us close to the coast. We boarded a small boat that took us to the ship where our suite was already prepared for a fantastic one day journey. The bed was confortable, the pillows were perfect to our taste, the food was deliciously seasoned and in sufficient amount. Many activities on and off the ship were a nice touch to the ride. Visit of a cave, cooking and Tai Chi lesson, swimming in the bay, fishing calamars at night, all fun stuff with the team from the staff that made it all happen. Thanks to Anne, Cherry and Harry for the good times. I would go again anytime!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Tricia1418

Review Date: 04 Jan 2020

Review Body: We had a 2 night 3 day cruise on this boat around Halon bay. It was amazing. We were made to feel so welcome by the staff especially Anna and Cherry. They couldn't do enough to make our trip a successful one. Anna had good command of the boat staff and guests and was more than happy to sit and chat with us. We had a good trip out on the bay with Keung our guide and Anna and Cherry. The boys behind the bar serving us one night made us feel like we were on a cruise of a life time. The cabins were clean and comfortable. The food was excellent. We were sad to leave. Please pass on our comments to Anna Cherry and all the staff. They do an amazing job making their guest holidays so good.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Cho J, Seoul, South Korea

Review Date: 02 Oct 2019

Review Body: This was undoubtedly the journey of a lifetime The wife of mine and I did the three days two nights journey aboard the Victory Star and could not be more content together with the alternative left. The views could not be beaten as well as our crew went above as well as beyond to make certain we'd an adventure that will last a lifetime. Our guide Tommy made certain we got to see anything we needed to see and planned a couple of local excursions. Our captain was often there to make things that are sure going smooth and included an individual touch to the entire journey. I'd certainly suggest this particular drive to anybody who wishes a far more personal experience in the Halong Bay

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Pascaledude

Review Date: 24 Nov 2019

Review Body: We had a wonderful time on that boat with Anna, Cherry and Harry. All the members of the crew were very nice and kind. I appreciated the visit to the caves and to the floating village. And of course, the spring roll and taichi classes, plus the swim stop into the beautiful Ha Long Bay. A once in a lifetime experience! The room was super luxurious with a balcony for every room and even a shower with a view! The negative point were the other passengers. Everyone rushing in the morning buffet as if there were no tomorrow or trying not to wait in the line. Otherwise, I would say if you visit Vietnam Ha Long Bay is a must and traveling with Victory Star, you won't regret.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Philtripad

Review Date: 26 Nov 2019

Review Body: My group of friends and I took the 2 day one night cruise to bai tu long bay and had a great time. Way less crowded than ha long bay - only counted 10 other boats in the bay when we were anchored for the night. The scenery was stunning, the food on the boat was good (they were able to cater to vegetarian diets - and vegan too, but was a bit more limited). The hosts were Anna and Harry - we were looked after mainly by Anna and she was amazing - good sense of humour, spoke English really well and was very informative. The rooms were also really comfortable with air con and modern bathrooms. All in all, we had an awesome time and would definitely recommend this trip!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Birchermuesli, Zurich, Switzerland

Review Date: 21 Nov 2019

Review Body: We did the 3 days 2 nights trip and it was perfectly organized from beginning to the end. The service was amazing and Anna, Cherry and Harry took really good care of us. We received a room upgrade which made our trip even more comfortable! I recommend to stay 2 nights as it can be a hectic schedule if you only stay 1 night. On the second day we did a cayak tour it was only us on the day boat where we also had lunch and time to relax in the bay. Like a private tour :). The food was also good lots of seafood and the staff pays attention to detail and doesn't serve the same menu as the night before. Would definately recommend it!!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Sabine8514, Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen, Germany

Review Date: 19 Jan 2020

Review Body: The Itinerary was good and the service from start till end was really great. We enjoyed every minute. We have been lucky, as only we booked the 2 Nights Tour, so we did kayaking on the 2nd day alone. Amai showed us a very nice cave and shared a lot of information on the cave and Vietnamese culture with us. We also had time for swimming on a nice private beach. We enjoyed the great food. They also made it happen, that we got no Seafood but only fish. Anna and the crew was really nice and helpful. The Rooms are ok. We were able to change to a Suite, so we also had some more space in the Bathroom.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Wendy W, Cranbourne, Australia

Review Date: 20 Oct 2019

Review Body: Two nights of gentle floating on an amazing Bay in Vietnam. Visit to a wonderful cave, swimming from the back of the boat, wonderful food, great service, kayaking, private beach tour with fabulous lunch waiting when we returned to the small boat. It was just a wonderful relaxing and gentle cruise. The staff were really lovely, generous with their time and just so ready to assist. Harry our guide was wonderful and so informative. Recommend that everyone does 2 nights rather than the usual 1 as it gives you more time to explore the bay.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Gunar J

Review Date: 28 Dec 2019

Review Body: We booked the day trip with Victory Star Cruises and also had a wonderful time. We went the very least touristic trip which was an extremely sensible move. Nearly no other tourists and an extremely relaxing tour. The tour guide of ours was extremely active with every individual and also made the day special for everybody regardless of age. A fantastic day trip to escape the community. Halong Bay is gorgeous. The tour guide kept everybody engaged throughout the entire trip and was funny and thoughtful. A must-do trip and guide!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Lorne M, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Review Date: 15 Feb 2020

Review Body: It is a fantastic area to be at. And also when one visits it throughout the dawn, the point of view is impeccable. The clouds precisely in addition to the hill and issuing it that beauty is really remarkable. The suggested some time to visit is within the first hrs to capture the "clouds on hill" perspective. Later part of the morning in the summers it is typically warm and humidity is adding up. So prepare ahead of time for the trip of yours. Thank you Victory Cruise and all staff. We are going to come back without a doubt.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Eric M

Review Date: 29 Sep 2019

Review Body: This was an excellent cruise as well as the crew truly sold it! Many of our guides had been extremely useful & went above as well as beyond to help the friend of mine and me, also going up to now as making recommendations and assist us to plan though to do after the cruise. The activities like kayaking, the cave also, swimming as well as said fishing was a lot of fun. The areas were spacious and really nice, as was the whole boat. I'd certainly recommend Victory Star Cruise primarily based on the experience of mine.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: lorrainebear, Argyll

Review Date: 14 Sep 2019

Review Body: My friend and I recently had the pleasure of being on the Victory Cruise for 2 nights during our trip of Vietnam . Anna and her team are amazing and can't do enough for you! The cabin was lovely and we even had a balcony! The food was absolutely delicious! The nicest we have had so far on our trip ! We enjoyed all the activities swimming, kayaking even although we had to be rescued, Tai Chi and the visit to the floating village ! I cannot recommend enough ! Do not hesitate to book ! You will not regret it !

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jaclyn D

Review Date: 19 Dec 2019

Review Body: The entire journey to Halong Bay is impressive! The fantastic tour guide who is known as Kevin is really useful as well as attentive about most of us. The cruise was relaxing and fun. They brought us to the much less touristy route that made you think the calm Halong Bay more often. The staff and the cabin were very nice! I'd rate five stars because of this journey for the amazing view, good food, friendly staff, and great tour service! I recommend this particular cruise for three days two nights!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Mitsn V

Review Date: 21 Oct 2019

Review Body: The Bai Tu Long trip with Long was excellent. His energy and enthusiasm about sharing the knowledge of his as well as displaying the magnificence of the bays are captivating. We went to some quieter portion of the bay, which produced a genuine impact, the staff was truly remarkable. They could not do enough making you feel at home and also enjoy the trip of yours. I can endorse this tour, and in case you have the time to do the 3-day tour. It will be worthwhile so much.

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Today you will explore well- hidden Thien Canh Son Cave

Itinerary Description: 12:30 PM- 13:00 PM: Embark on Victory Star. Check-in, enjoy welcome drinks and cruise briefing. 13:00 PM- 14:30 PM: Enjoy lunch while cruising to magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay, admire the fascinating formations on the way. 15:30 PM- 16:30 PM: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave. 17:00 PM- 17:30 PM: Return to the boat – Swim or relax on sundeck. 18:00 PM: Anchor overnight in the Cong Do area. 18:15 PM: Pre-dinner cocktail party (complimentary "Halong sunset" cocktail with snacks). 18:30 PM- 19:00 PM: Cooking class in a restaurant or outdoor. 19:30 PM- 21:00 PM: Savour a delicious set dinner in the restaurant. 21:00 PM- 23:00 PM: Nighttime squid fishing or relax and enjoy the fresh air. Overnight in the Cong Do area.

Itinerary Day 2

Itinerary Summary: Experience: "Sunrise Tai Chi & Bay Exploration"

Itinerary Description: 06.30 AM: Enjoy the sunrise on the Bay. Morning Tai Chi session on the sundeck. 06.45 AM- 07.45 AM: Coffee, tea and light breakfast pastries served in the restaurant. 08.00 AM- 8.30 AM: Full breakfast served in the restaurant. 08.30 AM- 09.00 AM: Pack lightly (swimwear, a set of clothes, sunscreen... ). As there will be different activities during the day, please bring both shoes and flip-flops. 9.00 AM: Transfer to the day boat to go deeper into the Bay. 09.30 AM- 16.30 AM: Enjoy a leisurely day of sightseeing, swimming, and kayaking in a less-visited part of the Bay. A multi-course lunch will be served mid-day. 16.30 AM: Return to Victory. 18.00 AM: Anchor overnight in the Cong Do area. 18:15 AM: Pre-dinner cocktail party (complimentary "Halong sunset" cocktail with snacks). 18.30 AM: Cooking class in a restaurant or outdoor. 19.30 AM- 21.00 AM: Savour a delicious set dinner in the restaurant. 21:00 AM- 23:00 AM: Nighttime squid fishing or relax and enjoy the fresh air. Overnight in the Cong Do area.

Itinerary Day 3

Itinerary Summary: Today you will visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village and intaract with the locals about their tradition and their fishing tehcniques.

Itinerary Description: 06:30 AM: Enjoy the sunrise on the Bay. Morning Tai Chi session on the sundeck. 06:45 AM- 07:45 AM: Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the restaurant. 08:00 AM- 08:30 AM: Transfer to bamboo sampan boat to visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village. Rowers are local people wearing traditional costumes. 09:00 AM- 09:30 AM: Check out of cabins. Start cruising towards the port. 09:30 AM- 10:30 AM: International buffet brunch served in the restaurant.