A once-in-a-lifetime adventure we will never forget
Travelling with our family of four, we were a little nervous about whether a luxury cruise would suit children. Completely unfounded! The staff were wonderful with our kids, the activities kept everyone engaged, and the food had something for every taste. My children are already asking when we can return. The memory of floating through those magnificent limestone towers will stay with all of us forever.
Solo traveller · Travelled Sep 2024
· Published 27 Apr 2026
Robert Miller · United States
A truly world-class cruise in Vietnam
I am not usually one to write reviews but I felt compelled to share what an extraordinary experience this was. Every detail was thought through – the local fruit welcome drink, the briefing about bay conservation, the optional sunrise tai chi on deck. We felt we were in genuinely good hands throughout. The kayaking into the dark cavern was terrifying and thrilling in equal measure.
Family · Travelled Feb 2026
· Published 05 Dec 2024
Robert Miller · United States
A truly world-class cruise in Vietnam
I am not usually one to write reviews but I felt compelled to share what an extraordinary experience this was. Every detail was thought through – the local fruit welcome drink, the briefing about bay conservation, the optional sunrise tai chi on deck. We felt we were in genuinely good hands throughout. The kayaking into the dark cavern was terrifying and thrilling in equal measure.
Family · Travelled Feb 2026
· Published 05 Dec 2024
Hannah Mitchell · New Zealand
Beautiful setting, but service was inconsistent
The scenery is undeniably beautiful and that alone makes the trip worthwhile. However, we found the service somewhat inconsistent – attentive at times and quite slow at others. The cabin was clean but smaller than the photos suggested, and the air conditioning unit was quite loud. The kayaking excursion was the highlight. For the price, we expected a slightly more polished experience.
Solo traveller · Travelled May 2025
· Published 21 Jul 2026
Hannah Mitchell · New Zealand
Beautiful setting, but service was inconsistent
The scenery is undeniably beautiful and that alone makes the trip worthwhile. However, we found the service somewhat inconsistent – attentive at times and quite slow at others. The cabin was clean but smaller than the photos suggested, and the air conditioning unit was quite loud. The kayaking excursion was the highlight. For the price, we expected a slightly more polished experience.
Solo traveller · Travelled May 2025
· Published 21 Jul 2026
Worth every dollar – a genuine dream come true
The scenery alone would make this cruise worth it, but the exceptional service takes it to an entirely different level. Our cabin steward kept our room in perfect condition and was always discreet. The dining team made excellent recommendations each evening and dietary requirements were handled without any fuss. A first-class experience from beginning to end.
Business · Travelled Oct 2024
· Published 15 Jul 2026
Very enjoyable cruise with just a few minor niggles
Thoroughly enjoyed our time on the water. The cruise struck a good balance between organised activities and free time. Food was consistently good with a few genuinely excellent dishes standing out. The crew were attentive and the cabin comfortable. Small quibble: the wifi was quite slow, but given the remote location that is entirely understandable. Would recommend without hesitation.
Couple · Travelled Jun 2026
· Published 04 Jul 2026
Pure luxury on the emerald waters
This cruise delivered on every promise and then some. The natural beauty of the bay is staggering, but what really sets this cruise apart is the quality of the team. From the chef to the housekeeping staff to the excursion guides, everyone was exceptional. The timetable was perfectly paced – never rushed, never boring. An absolute masterpiece of a journey.
Solo traveller · Travelled Nov 2025
· Published 28 Jun 2026
Pure luxury on the emerald waters
This cruise delivered on every promise and then some. The natural beauty of the bay is staggering, but what really sets this cruise apart is the quality of the team. From the chef to the housekeeping staff to the excursion guides, everyone was exceptional. The timetable was perfectly paced – never rushed, never boring. An absolute masterpiece of a journey.
Solo traveller · Travelled Nov 2025
· Published 28 Jun 2026
Lars van der Berg · Netherlands
Highly recommended with a couple of small reservations
An enjoyable and memorable experience. Highlights included the kayaking through the arches, the sunset cocktails, and the genuinely impressive seafood dinner. Our cabin was comfortable and the bathroom well-appointed. I'd have loved slightly more time at some of the scenic spots, but this is a small gripe in the context of an otherwise wonderful trip.
Group of friends · Travelled Jun 2025
· Published 17 Jun 2026
Claire Anderson · Australia
An unforgettable journey through Vietnam's karst landscape
We have been planning this trip for three years and it lived up to every expectation. The scenery is jaw-dropping – no photograph really does it justice. The cabin was immaculate and the bed was the most comfortable we have slept in on any cruise. The sunset cocktail hour on the top deck is not to be missed. Book this cruise. You will not regret it for a single moment.
Couple · Travelled Nov 2024
· Published 11 Jun 2026
Claire Anderson · Australia
An unforgettable journey through Vietnam's karst landscape
We have been planning this trip for three years and it lived up to every expectation. The scenery is jaw-dropping – no photograph really does it justice. The cabin was immaculate and the bed was the most comfortable we have slept in on any cruise. The sunset cocktail hour on the top deck is not to be missed. Book this cruise. You will not regret it for a single moment.
Couple · Travelled Nov 2024
· Published 11 Jun 2026
Robert Miller · United States
Great value and genuinely breathtaking scenery
Wonderful trip that came very close to perfection. The cabin was spacious and clean, and the daily fresh fruit arrangement was a lovely touch. Food quality was high – especially the seafood dishes. We would have appreciated slightly more flexibility in the excursion schedule as we felt a little rushed at one or two stops. That aside, an excellent cruise we would happily book again.
Family · Travelled Jul 2026
· Published 31 May 2026
Robert Miller · United States
Great value and genuinely breathtaking scenery
Wonderful trip that came very close to perfection. The cabin was spacious and clean, and the daily fresh fruit arrangement was a lovely touch. Food quality was high – especially the seafood dishes. We would have appreciated slightly more flexibility in the excursion schedule as we felt a little rushed at one or two stops. That aside, an excellent cruise we would happily book again.
Family · Travelled Jul 2026
· Published 31 May 2026
Emma Hughes · United Kingdom
Beautiful setting, but service was inconsistent
Some genuinely wonderful moments, particularly the sunrise over the karsts and the night squid fishing. However, the cabin was noticeably smaller than advertised and had a slight musty smell. Meal quality was inconsistent. The tour guide was knowledgeable but spoke very quickly, making it hard to follow. A decent experience but we expected more for the price.
Solo traveller · Travelled Mar 2026
· Published 20 May 2026
A memorable trip with some excellent standout moments
We really enjoyed our time aboard and the scenery was every bit as spectacular as described. The cabin was comfortable and our steward was attentive and friendly. The food was generally very good, though the dinner menu on the second night felt a little repetitive. The sunset cruise on the upper deck was a real highlight. Overall a very positive experience and we would recommend it without hesitation.
Business · Travelled Aug 2025
· Published 14 May 2026
Okay experience – expected a little more for the cost
Decent experience but with room for improvement. Positives: stunning scenery, friendly staff, interesting cave excursion. Negatives: the cabin had a faulty bathroom fixture that was not fixed during our stay despite being reported, the dinner menu repeated itself over two nights, and the price felt high relative to the overall experience. Nice but not exceptional.
Couple · Travelled Apr 2025
· Published 03 May 2026
Michael Robertson · Australia
Four-star experience that delivered on its promises
A genuinely lovely experience on stunning waters. The staff were friendly and seemed to take pride in their work. The cave exploration was a highlight – our guide made it genuinely educational. The cabin's air conditioning was a little noisy at night but the team resolved it quickly when we mentioned it. Very solid cruise overall.
Group of friends · Travelled Apr 2026
· Published 16 Apr 2026
Michael Robertson · Australia
Four-star experience that delivered on its promises
A genuinely lovely experience on stunning waters. The staff were friendly and seemed to take pride in their work. The cave exploration was a highlight – our guide made it genuinely educational. The cabin's air conditioning was a little noisy at night but the team resolved it quickly when we mentioned it. Very solid cruise overall.
Group of friends · Travelled Apr 2026
· Published 16 Apr 2026
James Wilson · United States
Perfect honeymoon – romantic and utterly magical
From the moment we stepped aboard, everything was perfection. Our cabin was beautifully appointed with panoramic views of the limestone karsts. The crew anticipated our every need without being intrusive. Evening dinner on the sundeck under the stars was a highlight we will talk about for years. The cooking class was genuinely fun and educational. We came home with memories we will cherish forever.
Couple · Travelled Sep 2025
· Published 10 Apr 2026
