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summary::-webkit-details-marker { display: none; }\n\n.atm-cruises .atm-faq-item summary::after {\n  content: \"+\";\n  position: absolute;\n  right: 28px;\n  top: 50%;\n  transform: translateY(-50%);\n  color: var(--gold-deep);\n  font-size: 24px;\n  font-weight: 300;\n  line-height: 1;\n}\n\n.atm-cruises .atm-faq-item[open] summary::after { content: \"\u2212\"; }\n\n.atm-cruises .atm-faq-item p {\n  padding: 0 28px 24px;\n  margin: 0;\n  color: var(--muted);\n  font-size: 15px;\n  line-height: 1.85;\n  font-weight: 300;\n}\n\n.atm-cruises .atm-faq-item p a {\n  color: var(--gold-deep);\n  border-bottom: 1px solid var(--gold);\n}\n\n.atm-cruises .atm-faq-item p a:hover,\n.atm-cruises .atm-faq-item p a:focus-visible {\n  color: var(--green);\n  border-color: var(--green);\n}\n\n\/* ============ CTA ============ *\/\n.atm-cruises .atm-cta {\n  padding: 90px 20px;\n  background: var(--cream);\n  text-align: center;\n}\n\n.atm-cruises .atm-cta-inner {\n  width: 92%;\n  max-width: 850px;\n  margin: 0 auto;\n}\n\n.atm-cruises .atm-cta h2 {\n  margin: 0 0 18px;\n  color: var(--green);\n  font-family: 'Cormorant Garamond', Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif;\n  font-size: clamp(30px, 3.8vw, 48px);\n  line-height: 1.08;\n  font-weight: 500;\n}\n\n.atm-cruises .atm-cta p {\n  max-width: 640px;\n  margin: 0 auto 30px;\n  color: var(--muted);\n  font-size: 15px;\n  line-height: 1.85;\n  font-weight: 300;\n}\n\n.atm-cruises .atm-cta-actions {\n  display: flex;\n  flex-wrap: wrap;\n  justify-content: center;\n  gap: 12px;\n}\n\n\/* ============ FOOTNOTE ============ *\/\n.atm-cruises .atm-footnote {\n  padding: 28px 20px;\n  background: var(--green-dark);\n  text-align: center;\n}\n\n.atm-cruises .atm-footnote p {\n  margin: 0;\n  color: rgba(255,255,255,.68);\n  font-size: 10px;\n  line-height: 1.5;\n  letter-spacing: 1.7px;\n  text-transform: uppercase;\n}\n\n\/* ============ RESPONSIVE ============ *\/\n@media (max-width: 900px) {\n  .atm-cruises .atm-hero { min-height: 440px; }\n  .atm-cruises .atm-hero-inner { padding: 65px 0 60px; }\n  .atm-cruises .atm-grid--4 { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }\n  .atm-cruises .atm-feature { grid-template-columns: 1fr; gap: 26px; }\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 600px) {\n  .atm-cruises .atm-hero { min-height: 400px; }\n  .atm-cruises .atm-hero-inner { padding: 55px 0 50px; }\n  .atm-cruises .atm-hero h1 { font-size: 32px; }\n  .atm-cruises .atm-hero-intro { font-size: 15px; }\n\n  .atm-cruises .atm-grid--2,\n  .atm-cruises .atm-grid--3,\n  .atm-cruises .atm-grid--4 { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n\n  .atm-cruises .atm-section,\n  .atm-cruises .atm-cta {\n    padding-top: 60px;\n    padding-bottom: 60px;\n  }\n\n  .atm-cruises .atm-faq-item summary {\n    font-size: 16px;\n    padding: 18px 50px 18px 22px;\n  }\n\n  .atm-cruises .atm-faq-item p { padding: 0 22px 20px; }\n}\n\n<\/style>\n<\/head>\n\n<body>\n\n<main class=\"atm-cruises\" id=\"main-content\">\n\n  <!-- ============ 1. HERO ============ -->\n  <header class=\"atm-hero\" role=\"banner\">\n    <div class=\"atm-hero-image\">\n      <img fetchpriority=\"high\"\n        src=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-red-sail-boat-banner.webp\"\n        alt=\"Traditional red-sail junk boat cruising among the limestone karsts of Halong Bay, Vietnam\"\n        width=\"1600\"\n        height=\"900\"\n        loading=\"eager\"\n        fetchpriority=\"high\"\n        decoding=\"async\"\n      >\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"atm-hero-inner\">\n      <div class=\"atm-hero-content\">\n\n        <p class=\"atm-eyebrow\">Asia Travel Mates<\/p>\n\n        <h1>Cruises in Vietnam &amp; Indochina<\/h1>\n\n        <p class=\"atm-hero-intro\">\n          Discover Vietnam and Indochina by water \u2014 from the limestone\n          landscapes of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay to the waterways of the\n          Mekong Delta. Explore selected cruises, cabins, itineraries and\n          destinations, with practical information to help you choose the\n          right journey.\n        <\/p>\n\n        <ul class=\"atm-hero-nav\" aria-label=\"Cruise sections\">\n          <li><a class=\"atm-hero-nav-primary\" href=\"#featured-cruises\">Explore Cruises<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#destinations\">Halong Bay Cruises<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#destinations\">Lan Ha Bay Cruises<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#destinations\">Mekong Cruises<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#itineraries\">Cruise Itineraries<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#cabins\">Cabins &amp; Rooms<\/a><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/header>\n\n  <!-- ============ 2. CRUISE DESTINATIONS ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--paper\" id=\"destinations\" aria-labelledby=\"destinations-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Destinations<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"destinations-heading\">Cruise Destinations in Vietnam &amp; Indochina<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          Vietnam and neighbouring Indochina destinations offer very\n          different cruising experiences \u2014 from overnight bay cruises\n          among limestone islands to river journeys through rural\n          communities and historic cities.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--2\">\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/halong-bay\/\">\n          <h3>Halong Bay Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>Explore overnight cruises among the limestone islands and karst landscapes of Halong Bay, with itineraries ranging from short escapes to extended journeys.<\/p>\n          <p class=\"atm-card-meta\"><strong>Route:<\/strong> Halong Bay \u00b7 Quang Ninh Province, Northern Vietnam<\/p>\n          <span class=\"atm-card-tag\">Overnight \u00b7 Day<\/span>\n          <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View Halong Bay cruises<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/lan-ha-bay\/\">\n          <h3>Lan Ha Bay Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>Discover the quieter waters, islands, beaches and kayaking areas of Lan Ha Bay through selected overnight cruise itineraries.<\/p>\n          <p class=\"atm-card-meta\"><strong>Route:<\/strong> Lan Ha Bay \u00b7 Cat Ba Archipelago<\/p>\n          <span class=\"atm-card-tag\">Quieter \u00b7 Kayaking<\/span>\n          <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View Lan Ha Bay cruises<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/mekong-river\/\">\n          <h3>Mekong River Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>Experience the waterways of southern Vietnam through river journeys connecting the Mekong Delta with local communities, markets and riverside landscapes.<\/p>\n          <p class=\"atm-card-meta\"><strong>Route:<\/strong> Mekong Delta \u00b7 Southern Vietnam<\/p>\n          <span class=\"atm-card-tag\">River \u00b7 Multi-day<\/span>\n          <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View Mekong cruises<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/vietnam-cambodia\/\">\n          <h3>Mekong Cruises between Vietnam &amp; Cambodia<\/h3>\n          <p>Selected river journeys connect Vietnam and Cambodia, offering a slower way to travel between the Mekong Delta and destinations such as Phnom Penh and Siem Reap.<\/p>\n          <p class=\"atm-card-meta\"><strong>Route:<\/strong> Vietnam \u2194 Cambodia \u00b7 Mekong River<\/p>\n          <span class=\"atm-card-tag\">Cross-border<\/span>\n          <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View Vietnam\u2013Cambodia cruises<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 3. FEATURED CRUISES (GOLDEN RATIO CARDS) ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--ivory\" id=\"featured-cruises\" aria-labelledby=\"featured-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Featured Cruises<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"featured-heading\">Selected Cruise Vessels<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          Explore individual <a href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/ship\/oriental-sails\/\">cruise<\/a> vessels and operators available through\n          Asia Travel Mates. Each cruise profile provides information about\n          the vessel, cabins, facilities, destinations and available\n          itineraries.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--3\">\n\n        <a class=\"atm-cruise-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/oriental-sails\/\">\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__image\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\"\n              src=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Oriental-Sails.webp\"\n              alt=\"Oriental Sails \u2014 classic wooden junk boat on Halong Bay\"\n              width=\"1200\"\n              height=\"742\"\n              loading=\"lazy\"\n              decoding=\"async\"\n            >\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__body\">\n            <h3>Oriental Sails<\/h3>\n            <p>A classic wooden junk offering overnight journeys through Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, with cabins, onboard dining and scheduled excursions.<\/p>\n            <p class=\"atm-cruise-card__meta\">\n              <strong>Destination:<\/strong> Halong Bay \u00b7 Lan Ha Bay<br>\n              <strong>Type:<\/strong> Overnight cruise<br>\n              <strong>Cabins:<\/strong> 18 \u00b7 Max 36 guests\n            <\/p>\n            <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View Oriental Sails<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-cruise-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/indochine-cruises\/\">\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__image\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\"\n              src=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Indochine-Grand-Lan-Ha-Bay.webp\"\n              alt=\"Indochine Grand Cruise \u2014 a premium wooden junk sailing the karst waters of Lan Ha Bay\"\n              width=\"1200\"\n              height=\"742\"\n              loading=\"lazy\"\n              decoding=\"async\"\n            >\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__body\">\n            <h3>Indochine Cruises<\/h3>\n            <p>A family of cruise vessels offering a range of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay experiences, from classic to premium categories.<\/p>\n            <p class=\"atm-cruise-card__meta\">\n              <strong>Destination:<\/strong> Halong Bay \u00b7 Lan Ha Bay<br>\n              <strong>Type:<\/strong> Overnight cruise<br>\n              <strong>Categories:<\/strong> Premium \u00b7 Grand\n            <\/p>\n            <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View Indochine Cruises<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-cruise-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/heritage-line\/\">\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__image\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\"\n              src=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/heritage-line-cruise-halong-bay-2026.webp\"\n              alt=\"Heritage Line cruise vessel on Halong Bay at sunset\"\n              width=\"1200\"\n              height=\"742\"\n              loading=\"lazy\"\n              decoding=\"async\"\n            >\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__body\">\n            <h3>Heritage Line<\/h3>\n            <p>Selected premium vessels sailing Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay with a focus on design, comfort and quieter routes.<\/p>\n            <p class=\"atm-cruise-card__meta\">\n              <strong>Destination:<\/strong> Halong Bay \u00b7 Lan Ha Bay<br>\n              <strong>Type:<\/strong> Overnight cruise<br>\n              <strong>Style:<\/strong> Boutique \u00b7 Premium\n            <\/p>\n            <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View Heritage Line<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-cruise-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/paradise-cruises\/\">\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__image\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\"\n              src=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/paradise-cruise-halong-bay.webp\"\n              alt=\"Paradise Cruise vessel cruising the emerald waters of Halong Bay\"\n              width=\"1200\"\n              height=\"742\"\n              loading=\"lazy\"\n              decoding=\"async\"\n            >\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__body\">\n            <h3>Paradise Cruises<\/h3>\n            <p>Overnight and multi-day Halong Bay cruises with a range of cabin categories and itineraries across the bay.<\/p>\n            <p class=\"atm-cruise-card__meta\">\n              <strong>Destination:<\/strong> Halong Bay<br>\n              <strong>Type:<\/strong> Overnight cruise<br>\n              <strong>Itineraries:<\/strong> 2D\/1N \u00b7 3D\/2N\n            <\/p>\n            <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View Paradise Cruises<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-cruise-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/mekong-river\/\">\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__image\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\"\n              src=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/aqua-mekong-cruise.webp\"\n              alt=\"Aqua Mekong river cruise vessel on the Mekong River\"\n              width=\"1200\"\n              height=\"742\"\n              loading=\"lazy\"\n              decoding=\"async\"\n            >\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__body\">\n            <h3>Mekong River Cruises<\/h3>\n            <p>Multi-day river journeys through the Mekong Delta and, on selected routes, between Vietnam and Cambodia.<\/p>\n            <p class=\"atm-cruise-card__meta\">\n              <strong>Destination:<\/strong> Mekong Delta \u00b7 Vietnam\u2013Cambodia<br>\n              <strong>Type:<\/strong> River cruise<br>\n              <strong>Duration:<\/strong> 3\u20137 nights\n            <\/p>\n            <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View Mekong cruises<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-cruise-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/custom-my-journey\">\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__image\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\"\n              src=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-red-sail-boat-1.webp\"\n              alt=\"Traditional red-sail junk boat gliding through the karst landscape of Halong Bay\"\n              width=\"1200\"\n              height=\"742\"\n              loading=\"lazy\"\n              decoding=\"async\"\n            >\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"atm-cruise-card__body\">\n            <h3>Looking for something else?<\/h3>\n            <p>We can recommend cruises based on your dates, group and preferred style \u2014 including private charters and custom combinations with land journeys.<\/p>\n            <p class=\"atm-cruise-card__meta\">\n              <strong>Best for:<\/strong> Custom trips<br>\n              <strong>Style:<\/strong> Private \u00b7 Group\n            <\/p>\n            <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">Discuss your cruise<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/a>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 4. CRUISE TYPES ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--paper\" id=\"types\" aria-labelledby=\"types-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Experience<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"types-heading\">Choose Your Cruise Experience<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          Cruises in Vietnam and Indochina come in very different formats.\n          The categories below describe the main types you will see across\n          the site.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--3\">\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Overnight Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>1\u20133+ night journeys with accommodation onboard. The most common format in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Day Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>Shorter cruises designed for travellers with limited time \u2014 typically 4\u20136 hours on the water.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Luxury Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>Higher-end vessels with larger cabins, premium dining and additional onboard facilities.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Private Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>Private or customised cruising for couples, families and groups \u2014 including full charters.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>River Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>Journeys along the Mekong and other waterways, connecting cities, villages and border crossings.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Family Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>Cruises with cabin configurations, activities and safety measures suited to families with children.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Multi-Day Journeys<\/h3>\n          <p>Longer journeys combining cruising with land-based travel \u2014 for example, Halong Bay plus Ninh Binh, or a Vietnam\u2013Cambodia river route.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Honeymoon &amp; Couples<\/h3>\n          <p>Cruises with private cabins and quieter itineraries suited to couples and honeymoons.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Slow &amp; Scenic<\/h3>\n          <p>Longer, more relaxed itineraries for travellers who prefer fewer stops and more time on the water.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 5. CRUISE ITINERARIES ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--ivory\" id=\"itineraries\" aria-labelledby=\"itineraries-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Itineraries<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"itineraries-heading\">Cruise Itineraries<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          Explore individual cruise journeys by duration, destination and\n          route. Each itinerary provides the day-by-day schedule,\n          activities, meals, overnight arrangements and practical travel\n          information.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--2\">\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/itineraries\/oriental-sails-2-days-1-night\/\">\n          <h3>Oriental Sails 2 Days 1 Night<\/h3>\n          <p>A classic overnight Halong Bay cruise \u2014 Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Luon Cave, sunset and sunrise on the bay.<\/p>\n          <p class=\"atm-card-meta\">\n            <strong>Duration:<\/strong> 2 Days \/ 1 Night<br>\n            <strong>Route:<\/strong> Halong Bay<br>\n            <strong>Cruise:<\/strong> Oriental Sails\n          <\/p>\n          <span class=\"atm-card-tag\">Overnight \u00b7 Introduction<\/span>\n          <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View itinerary<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/itineraries\/oriental-sails-3-days-2-nights\/\">\n          <h3>Oriental Sails 3 Days 2 Nights<\/h3>\n          <p>An extended Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay journey with two nights onboard, kayaking, sightseeing and a full day on the water.<\/p>\n          <p class=\"atm-card-meta\">\n            <strong>Duration:<\/strong> 3 Days \/ 2 Nights<br>\n            <strong>Route:<\/strong> Halong Bay \u00b7 Lan Ha Bay<br>\n            <strong>Cruise:<\/strong> Oriental Sails\n          <\/p>\n          <span class=\"atm-card-tag\">Extended \u00b7 Quieter<\/span>\n          <span class=\"atm-inline-cta\">View itinerary<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 6. CABINS & ROOMS ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--paper\" id=\"cabins\" aria-labelledby=\"cabins-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Accommodation<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"cabins-heading\">Cruise Cabins &amp; Rooms<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          Cabin categories vary between cruise vessels. Explore individual\n          room types, occupancy, facilities, bedding arrangements and other\n          accommodation details before choosing your cruise.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--4\">\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/rooms\/deluxe\/\">\n          <h3>Deluxe Cabins<\/h3>\n          <p>Standard cabins with private bathroom, A\/C and windows or balcony depending on vessel.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/rooms\/double\/\">\n          <h3>Double Cabins<\/h3>\n          <p>Cabins with one double bed \u2014 typically for couples or solo travellers.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/rooms\/twin\/\">\n          <h3>Twin Cabins<\/h3>\n          <p>Cabins with two single beds \u2014 well suited to friends travelling together.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/rooms\/family\/\">\n          <h3>Family Cabins<\/h3>\n          <p>Larger cabins or connecting rooms suitable for families with children.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div style=\"text-align:center; margin-top: 32px;\">\n        <a class=\"atm-inline-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/rooms\/\">View all cabin categories<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 7. WHAT TO EXPECT ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--ivory\" id=\"expect\" aria-labelledby=\"expect-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">On Board<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"expect-heading\">What to Expect on a Vietnam Cruise<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          Cruise formats vary, but most overnight journeys in Halong Bay,\n          Lan Ha Bay and on the Mekong share a similar structure.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--2\">\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Onboard Accommodation<\/h3>\n          <p>Cabins typically include air conditioning, private bathroom with hot shower, and either a window or a private balcony. Overnight stays are common on 2-day, 3-day and longer cruises.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Dining<\/h3>\n          <p>Meals are usually included on overnight cruises. Expect Vietnamese and international dishes, seafood on the coast, and set or buffet-style service. Vegetarian options are often available with advance notice.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Activities<\/h3>\n          <p>Common activities include kayaking, swimming, cave visits, Tai Chi, cooking demonstrations, squid fishing, beach stops, village visits and guided sightseeing.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Cruise Facilities<\/h3>\n          <p>Depending on the vessel: restaurant, bar, sundeck, lounge, spa, kayaks, tender\/sampan and Wi-Fi. Not every facility exists on every cruise \u2014 check the individual cruise profile.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 8. HALONG BAY GUIDE ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--paper\" id=\"halong-bay\" aria-labelledby=\"halong-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Halong Bay<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"halong-heading\">Halong Bay Cruises<\/h2>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-feature\">\n\n        <div class=\"atm-feature-content\">\n          <h3>Why Cruise Halong Bay?<\/h3>\n          <p>\n            Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most\n            recognised cruise destination in Vietnam \u2014 hundreds of\n            limestone islands rising from emerald water. Cruising is the\n            most comfortable and most scenic way to explore it.\n          <\/p>\n          <ul>\n            <li>Limestone karsts and cave systems<\/li>\n            <li>Overnight anchoring on the bay<\/li>\n            <li>Kayaking, swimming and cave visits<\/li>\n            <li>Sunrise and sunset from the sundeck<\/li>\n          <\/ul>\n          <a class=\"atm-inline-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/halong-bay\/\">View Halong Bay cruises<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-feature-content\">\n          <h3>How Long Should You Cruise?<\/h3>\n          <p>\n            The right duration depends on your available time. The table\n            below shows what each duration is typically best suited to.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <div class=\"atm-table-wrap\">\n            <table class=\"atm-table\">\n              <thead>\n                <tr>\n                  <th scope=\"col\">Duration<\/th>\n                  <th scope=\"col\">Best suited to<\/th>\n                <\/tr>\n              <\/thead>\n              <tbody>\n                <tr><td><strong>Day cruise<\/strong><\/td><td>Travellers with limited time<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td><strong>2 Days \/ 1 Night<\/strong><\/td><td>A first overnight Halong Bay cruise<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td><strong>3 Days \/ 2 Nights<\/strong><\/td><td>More relaxed exploration, quieter areas<\/td><\/tr>\n                <tr><td><strong>4+ Days<\/strong><\/td><td>Extended regional journey<\/td><\/tr>\n              <\/tbody>\n            <\/table>\n          <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 9. LAN HA BAY ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--ivory\" id=\"lan-ha-bay\" aria-labelledby=\"lanha-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner atm-section-inner--narrow\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Lan Ha Bay<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"lanha-heading\">Lan Ha Bay Cruises<\/h2>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-feature-content\">\n        <p>\n          Lan Ha Bay sits south of Halong Bay, sheltered by the Cat Ba\n          Archipelago. It shares the same dramatic limestone scenery but is\n          generally quieter, with fewer boats and more opportunity for\n          kayaking, swimming and beach stops.\n        <\/p>\n        <ul>\n          <li><strong>Landscape:<\/strong> Limestone karsts and quiet waterways<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Islands:<\/strong> Cat Ba Archipelago<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Beaches:<\/strong> Small sandy coves, often uncrowded<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Kayaking:<\/strong> Excellent conditions, fewer boats<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Caves:<\/strong> Smaller cave systems than Halong Bay<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Access:<\/strong> Often combined with Halong Bay itineraries<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <a class=\"atm-inline-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/lan-ha-bay\/\">View Lan Ha Bay cruises<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 10. MEKONG RIVER CRUISES ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--paper\" id=\"mekong\" aria-labelledby=\"mekong-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Mekong River<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"mekong-heading\">Mekong River Cruises<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          The Mekong is one of the great river systems of Asia. Cruises on\n          the Mekong Delta in Vietnam, and on the cross-border route\n          between Vietnam and Cambodia, offer a slower, more scenic way to\n          travel through the region.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--3\">\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/mekong-river\/vietnam\/\">\n          <h3>Vietnam Mekong Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>River journeys within the Mekong Delta \u2014 Cai Be, Can Tho, Chau Doc and surrounding waterways.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/vietnam-cambodia\/\">\n          <h3>Vietnam\u2013Cambodia River Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>Cross-border journeys connecting the Mekong Delta with Phnom Penh and \u2014 on longer routes \u2014 Siem Reap.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/mekong-river\/saigon-phnom-penh\/\">\n          <h3>Saigon to Phnom Penh<\/h3>\n          <p>A classic cross-border route along the Mekong, usually over 3\u20135 nights.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/mekong-river\/phnom-penh-saigon\/\">\n          <h3>Phnom Penh to Saigon<\/h3>\n          <p>The reverse routing \u2014 useful for travellers starting in Cambodia and ending in Vietnam.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/mekong-river\/longer-journeys\/\">\n          <h3>Longer Mekong Journeys<\/h3>\n          <p>Extended routes of 7+ nights combining the Mekong with land travel in Vietnam and Cambodia.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/custom-my-journey\">\n          <h3>Custom Mekong Routes<\/h3>\n          <p>Discuss bespoke river journeys with our team \u2014 private charters and combinations with land travel.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 11. CRUISES BY DURATION ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--ivory\" id=\"duration\" aria-labelledby=\"duration-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">By Duration<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"duration-heading\">Cruises by Duration<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          If you know how much time you have, start here. Each duration\n          below links to the itineraries currently available.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--4\">\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/itineraries\/?duration=day\">\n          <h3>Day Cruises<\/h3>\n          <p>4\u20136 hours on the water. Suitable for travellers on a tight schedule.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/itineraries\/oriental-sails-2-days-1-night\/\">\n          <h3>2 Days \/ 1 Night<\/h3>\n          <p>The classic overnight Halong Bay format \u2014 one night on board.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/itineraries\/oriental-sails-3-days-2-nights\/\">\n          <h3>3 Days \/ 2 Nights<\/h3>\n          <p>Two nights on board, with a full day of cruising and activities.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/cruises\/itineraries\/\">\n          <h3>Extended Journeys<\/h3>\n          <p>4+ day cruise journeys, often combining cruising with land travel.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 12. CRUISES FOR DIFFERENT TRAVELERS ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--paper\" id=\"travelers\" aria-labelledby=\"travelers-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">For Travelers<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"travelers-heading\">Cruises for Different Travelers<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          Different travellers want different things from a cruise. The\n          categories below describe what to look for depending on who you\n          are travelling with.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--3\">\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Couples &amp; Honeymoons<\/h3>\n          <p>Prioritise private balconies, quieter routes and cabins with ocean or bay views. Longer cruises often feel more private than day trips.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Families<\/h3>\n          <p>Look for triple or connecting cabins, shorter activity blocks, and cruises with clear safety arrangements for children.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Private Groups<\/h3>\n          <p>Small-ship charters or full-boat bookings for groups of friends, extended families or celebrations.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Luxury Travelers<\/h3>\n          <p>Premium vessels with larger suites, more facilities, and better dining \u2014 often at noticeably higher prices.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>First-Time Vietnam Visitors<\/h3>\n          <p>Halong Bay overnight cruises are the most common first cruise in Vietnam. 2D\/1N is a good introduction.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Slow &amp; Scenic Travel<\/h3>\n          <p>Longer itineraries, quieter anchorages and more time on deck. Lan Ha Bay and Mekong routes suit this style.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 13. HOW TO CHOOSE ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--ivory\" id=\"choose\" aria-labelledby=\"choose-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner atm-section-inner--narrow\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Decision Guide<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"choose-heading\">How to Choose a Vietnam Cruise<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          Six questions to work through, in this order, to narrow down the\n          right cruise for you.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-feature-content\">\n\n        <h3>1. Choose Your Destination<\/h3>\n        <p>Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay, Mekong Delta, or a Vietnam\u2013Cambodia river route. Each has a very different feel and duration profile.<\/p>\n\n        <h3>2. Choose Your Duration<\/h3>\n        <p>Day cruise for a taste, 2D\/1N as a first overnight, 3D\/2N for a slower experience, or 4+ days for an extended journey.<\/p>\n\n        <h3>3. Choose Your Cabin<\/h3>\n        <p>Cabin location, size, bedding and balcony vs. window all affect both comfort and price.<\/p>\n\n        <h3>4. Check the Included Services<\/h3>\n        <p>Meals, transfers, activities, excursions and drinks. Not all are included by default \u2014 always confirm.<\/p>\n\n        <h3>5. Check the Departure &amp; Transfer Arrangements<\/h3>\n        <p>For Halong Bay, this usually means the Hanoi \u2194 port transfer. For the Mekong, it means the start and end cities on the river.<\/p>\n\n        <h3>6. Check the Full Itinerary<\/h3>\n        <p>Read the day-by-day itinerary page before booking so you know exactly how the time is spent.<\/p>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-inline-cta\" href=\"#itineraries\">Browse cruise itineraries<\/a>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 14. PLANNING YOUR CRUISE ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--paper\" id=\"planning\" aria-labelledby=\"planning-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Planning<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"planning-heading\">Planning Your Cruise<\/h2>\n        <p>Practical information to arrange the trip around the cruise itself.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--3\">\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>When to Cruise in Vietnam<\/h3>\n          <p>Spring and autumn are usually the most comfortable periods for Halong Bay. The Mekong Delta is warm year-round, with a wet season from May to October.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>How to Get to the Cruise Port<\/h3>\n          <p>Most Halong Bay cruises depart from Halong International Cruise Port, roughly 3.5 hours by road from Hanoi. Mekong cruises typically start in Saigon, Can Tho or Chau Doc.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>What to Pack<\/h3>\n          <p>Light layers, comfortable walking shoes, swimwear, sun protection, a light rain jacket, and any personal medication. A small day bag is useful for excursions.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>What Is Usually Included?<\/h3>\n          <p>Cabin, meals as per the itinerary, guided activities, entrance fees, and onboard entertainment. Transfers from Hanoi are often optional or extra.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>What Is Usually Not Included?<\/h3>\n          <p>Drinks, tips, personal expenses, optional excursions, and \u2014 on many cruises \u2014 the Hanoi transfer. Always check the individual cruise profile.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Weather &amp; Sea Conditions<\/h3>\n          <p>Cruise schedules can change due to weather, especially during typhoon season (July\u2013September). Flexibility is recommended during these months.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Cruise Safety<\/h3>\n          <p>Reputable operators in Vietnam follow standard safety practices \u2014 life jackets, safety briefings and clear evacuation procedures. Confirm details with the operator if you have concerns.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Booking &amp; Cancellation<\/h3>\n          <p>Booking conditions vary by operator and season. Cancellation terms should always be confirmed before payment. We can help with the specifics for your dates.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"atm-card\">\n          <h3>Best Time to Book<\/h3>\n          <p>Peak season (October\u2013April) sells out early, especially at premium categories. Booking 2\u20134 months in advance is usual for popular vessels.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 15. COMBINE WITH LAND JOURNEYS ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--ivory\" id=\"combine\" aria-labelledby=\"combine-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Combine<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"combine-heading\">Combine a Cruise with a Vietnam Journey<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          A cruise is often the centrepiece of a longer Vietnam trip. The\n          combinations below are the ones we arrange most often.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-grid atm-grid--3\">\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/vietnam-tours\/hanoi-halong-bay\/\">\n          <h3>Hanoi + Halong Bay Cruise<\/h3>\n          <p>Old Quarter Hanoi with a 2D\/1N or 3D\/2N Halong Bay cruise. The classic short Vietnam trip.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/vietnam-tours\/hanoi-halong-bay-ninh-binh\/\">\n          <h3>Hanoi + Halong Bay + Ninh Binh<\/h3>\n          <p>Add the karst landscapes of Ninh Binh \u2014 often called \u201cHalong Bay on land\u201d \u2014 to the cruise.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/vietnam-tours\/hanoi-halong-bay-central-vietnam\/\">\n          <h3>Hanoi + Halong Bay + Central Vietnam<\/h3>\n          <p>Combine the north with Hoi An, Hue and Da Nang on a longer Vietnam journey.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/vietnam-tours\/saigon-mekong-cruise\/\">\n          <h3>Ho Chi Minh City + Mekong Cruise<\/h3>\n          <p>Saigon with a short Mekong Delta cruise \u2014 a good introduction to southern Vietnam.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/vietnam-tours\/vietnam-mekong-cambodia\/\">\n          <h3>Vietnam + Mekong + Cambodia<\/h3>\n          <p>Combine Vietnam and Cambodia with a cross-border Mekong river cruise between them.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-card\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/custom-my-journey\">\n          <h3>Build Your Own Combination<\/h3>\n          <p>Tell us your dates and interests \u2014 we will combine cruising with land travel to suit your trip.<\/p>\n        <\/a>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 16. ASIA TRAVEL MATES CRUISE SERVICE ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--paper\" id=\"service\" aria-labelledby=\"service-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner atm-section-inner--narrow\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Our Service<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"service-heading\">Cruise Travel with Asia Travel Mates<\/h2>\n        <p>\n          We help travellers plan cruises in Vietnam and Indochina as part\n          of a broader, tailor-made journey. Here is what that typically\n          includes.\n        <\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"atm-feature-content\">\n\n        <ul>\n          <li><strong>Local destination knowledge<\/strong> \u2014 we know the routes, the ports, and the quieter options.<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Cruise selection<\/strong> \u2014 we match vessel, cabin category and itinerary to your dates and preferences.<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Itinerary planning<\/strong> \u2014 cruise time is planned alongside your wider Vietnam or Indochina trip.<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Transfers<\/strong> \u2014 private airport, hotel and port transfers arranged where useful.<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Hotel coordination<\/strong> \u2014 pre- and post-cruise hotels matched to your route.<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Pre- and post-cruise travel<\/strong> \u2014 extensions to Ninh Binh, Hoi An, Siem Reap and elsewhere.<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Private arrangements<\/strong> \u2014 private charters, family cabins and small-group bookings.<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Vietnam\u2013Cambodia combinations<\/strong> \u2014 cross-border river journeys and overland routes.<\/li>\n          <li><strong>Support during the journey<\/strong> \u2014 we remain reachable while you are travelling.<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n        <a class=\"atm-inline-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/asiatravelmates.com\/custom-my-journey\">Discuss a custom journey<\/a>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 17. FAQ ============ -->\n  <section class=\"atm-section atm-section--ivory\" id=\"faq\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-heading\">\n    <div class=\"atm-section-inner atm-section-inner--narrow\">\n\n      <div class=\"atm-heading-center\">\n        <p class=\"atm-section-label\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/p>\n        <h2 id=\"faq-heading\">Vietnam Cruise FAQs<\/h2>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>What are the main cruise destinations in Vietnam?<\/summary>\n        <p>The main cruise destinations are Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay in the north, and the Mekong Delta and the Vietnam\u2013Cambodia river route in the south. Halong Bay is the most visited; Lan Ha Bay is quieter; the Mekong is a very different, river-based experience.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>How many days should I spend on a Halong Bay cruise?<\/summary>\n        <p>A 2-day, 1-night cruise covers the main highlights \u2014 Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island. A 3-day, 2-night cruise adds a full day on the water and reaches quieter areas. Longer journeys (4+ days) are usually part of a broader northern Vietnam itinerary.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>What is the difference between Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay cruises?<\/summary>\n        <p>Both share the same limestone scenery. Halong Bay is larger and busier, with more vessels and the classic landmarks. Lan Ha Bay, to the south, is quieter, with fewer boats and more opportunities for kayaking and beach stops.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>Are meals included on overnight cruises?<\/summary>\n        <p>On most overnight cruises in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, meals are included as part of the cruise price \u2014 typically lunch, dinner and breakfast. Drinks are usually not included. Always check the individual cruise profile.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>Are Hanoi transfers included?<\/summary>\n        <p>Not always. Many cruises list the Hanoi transfer as an optional add-on rather than part of the base price. We can arrange private transfers where they are not included.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>What cabin types are available?<\/summary>\n        <p>Common categories are double (one double bed), twin (two single beds), deluxe (standard cabin) and family cabins (larger or connecting). Higher-end vessels may offer suites. Availability varies by cruise.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>Can families travel on Vietnam cruises?<\/summary>\n        <p>Yes \u2014 most cruises accept children, with age-based pricing. For families, look for triple cabins, connecting cabins or suites, and check the operator&#8217;s safety arrangements for children.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>Can I combine a cruise with a Vietnam tour?<\/summary>\n        <p>Yes. The most common combinations are Hanoi + Halong Bay, Hanoi + Halong Bay + Ninh Binh, and Saigon + Mekong Delta. We regularly build cruises into longer private journeys \u2014 see the \u201cCombine a Cruise with a Vietnam Journey\u201d section above.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>Can I travel from Vietnam to Cambodia by Mekong cruise?<\/summary>\n        <p>Yes. Several river cruise operators run cross-border routes between the Mekong Delta in Vietnam and Phnom Penh (and, on longer routes, Siem Reap) in Cambodia. These journeys typically take 3\u20137 nights.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>What should I bring on a Vietnam cruise?<\/summary>\n        <p>Light layers, comfortable walking shoes, swimwear, sun protection, a light rain jacket, and any personal medication. A small day bag is useful for excursions.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>What happens if weather affects the cruise itinerary?<\/summary>\n        <p>Cruise schedules can change due to weather, especially during typhoon season (roughly July\u2013September). Reputable operators will adjust routes or cancel a sailing for safety. Flexibility is recommended during those months.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n      <details class=\"atm-faq-item\">\n        <summary>How do I choose between different cruise itineraries?<\/summary>\n        <p>Start with your available time, then your destination. If you only have two days, choose a 2D\/1N. If you want a slower experience, choose 3D\/2N. If you want a river journey, focus on the Mekong options. Then compare the day-by-day itineraries for the cruises you are considering.<\/p>\n      <\/details>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <!-- ============ 18. 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