What cruise is good and cheap in Halong Bay, Vietnam?

Question

There are so many cruise to choose from to tour around Halong bay. We intend to take a 3D2N package but don't know which one to choose from. Anyone tried any cruise or is there a website where i can get the best deal?

Answer 1

check lonely planet, there is strip of shops in hanoi that sell packages (i forget which one i used).  a lot of places use the names of the shops in the LP so make sure you get the right address.  they're basically all the same.

Answer 2

Try Buffalo tours.  They were voted the best tour company in 2007 but they are a little pricy.  the boats only hold 16 people and I think that they run $150 for the trip.  To pricy?  the best way to find a cheap tour is just to talk to your hotel tour desk in Hanoi.  good luck!