I was really disappointed...
I was really disappointed with this tour. The experience felt dull, especially in the evening—there was no entertainment or atmosphere to make it enjoyable. Some flexibility in the itinerary would have been nice, like spending more or less time at certain stops. For example, being left on a beach for 30 minutes when it's 15 - 18°C wasn’t ideal.
The biggest letdown was the room. It looked nothing like the photos, and there was no option to change it, despite bringing it up with the guide. Waking up to people right outside my window and not knowing if someone was standing on the tender boat while I was showering was uncomfortable and ruined the experience. To make things worse, the tender boat was parked right in front of my trip the entire journey.
On the positive side, the staff was great and did their best to make us feel welcome. The food was good, and there were plenty of drink options (though a bit pricey, which is understandable given the location). However, the timing coordination between the bus transportation (Hanoi ↔ Halong Bay) and the ferry was poor, leaving us waiting for a long time at the bus stop.
Overall, I honestly wish I hadn't done this tour. If you're considering Halong Bay, I’d recommend going with a bigger cruise to ensure a more enjoyable experience.