Bus
Travelling from Halong Bay to Gia Lam overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is
the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.
Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Halong Bay and Gia Lam
April Adventure, Arirang Travel (Arirang Trip), Cat Ba Express (Cát Bà Express), Duc Duong Bus, Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh), Full Moon Party Tour, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), GreenLion Bus (Du lịch Sư tử Xanh), Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Ha Long Bus Travel, Ha Long Travel Limousine (Hạ Long Travel Limousine), Luxury Van Limousine, New Way Travel, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Dragon Express, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Tien Dat Trans, To Vietnam Travel, Van Don Xanh, Viet Nam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus), VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus), Wego Halong
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be
the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.
Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Halong Bay and Gia Lam
Cat Ba Express (Cát Bà Express), Dichung, Halong Transportation, Mui Ne Sky Travel (Cong ty TNHH Mui Ne Sky Travels), OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC (Công Ty TNHH Saigon Dmc), VTS
Van
Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Halong Bay and Gia Lam, too.
Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.
Companies operating vans between Halong Bay and Gia Lam
AB Vietnam Travel, Halong Travel Limousine
