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Alova Premium Cruise – the mid-range cruise to explore Halong Bay on one day 

• Type of boat: Double-decker steel boat
• Passenger capacity: 72 passengers
• Deapart from: Tuan Chau International Port
• Route: Habour – Sung Sot (Amazing) cave – Luon cave – Titop island
• Length: 35m
• Restaurant: 130m2
• Sundeck: 200m2

The Alova Premium day cruise is designed with 2 decks. The boat can accommodate up to 72 passengers on a journey to explore Halong Bay.

The first deck is the dining area (restaurant & bar) that serves lunch and provides tables and chairs for passengers during the cruise. There would be 12 sets of tables and chairs, and this area is equipped with electric fans, air conditioning, and a bar serving drinks.

The second deck is an open area for passengers to enjoy the panoramic view of Halong Bay, there would be some sundecks, and chairs for you to relax and enjoy the scenery.

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6 hour cruise tour with transfer from Hanoi 

• 08:15 – 08:45 – Our bus and tour guide pick you up from the hotel / stay and follow the new highway to depart for Tuan Chau Island, Halong City, and stop for a rest on the way.
• 12:00 – Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, welcome aboard, and safety briefing. Alova Cruise will take you on a 5.5 to 6 hours journey via 2 day-sleeper boat cruise route which is renowned for its striking, passages uninhabited islets and outcrops have been given imaginative names by the locals, due to their perceived shapes, including Cock Fighting and Thumb, while enjoying Vietnamese mouth-watering lunch on boat.
• 13:45 – Arrive at Bo Hon archipelago, you will visit Surprising Cave to see a lot of stalagmites and stalactites with different shapes of sea lives, then go kayaking or bamboo boat at Luon Cave to discover the beautiful lagoon.
• Visit Titov Island with a sandy beach adjacent to the towering limestone mountain with an excellent backdrop of the Bay, and climb up Titov Peak for a panoramic view of the bay-like paradise.
• 16:30 – Return to Alova Premium Cruises for Afternoon Tea and cruise back toward Tuan Chau Harbor. There is a lot of time for sunbathing on the upper deck with music and enjoying the great fun of group touring fellows among the world’s iconic natural scenery.
• 17:45-18:00 – Disembark for going back on the new highway to Hanoi.
• 20:30 – Drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, trip ends.

Inclusion & Terms

INCLUSIONS:

• Morden bus transfer from hotel/ stay in Hanoi Old Quarter to Halong Bay & Return . 2 bottles of water per person om bus
• Visit Sung Sot Grotto, Titov Island, and Luon Cave, English-speaking guide during the trip
• Entrance fees. Authentic lunch with Vietnamese dishes. Afternoon Tea
• Beverages Travel insurance, tax.  Kayaking or Bamboo boat. Tips for tour guide and personal expenses
• Kayak/Bambo boat: 50.000vnđ/pax
• Mixed salad / Salad cà chua dưa chuột
• Steamed prawns / Tôm hấp
• Fried squid with celery/ Mực xào cần tỏi
• Fresh spring roll/ Nem rán
• Stuffed meat in crab shell/ Ghẹ xá xíu chiên
• Stir-fried fish with tomato / Cá sốt cà chua
• Stir-fried vegetables/ Rau xào
• Steamed rice/ Cơm trắng
• Fresh fruit/ Hoa quả tráng miệng

Vegetarian menu

• Roasted peanuts/ Lạc rang
• Omelette/ Trứng ốp
• Tofu with tomato sauce / Đậu sốt cà chua
• Vegan spring roll/ Nem chay
• Stir-fried noodles/ Mì xào chay
• Fried dumplings / Bánh bao chiên
• Fresh fruit / Hoa quả tươi

Bus transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay

All the day tours on the Alova Premium cruise will be included with a bus transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay. Pick up and drop off at your hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter. If you do not stay at a place in Hanoi Old Quarter, the default location for pick up is at Hanoi Opera House (01, Trang Tien str, Hoan Kiem district)

• Limousine bus: 17 seats
• Shuttle tourist bus: 29 seats & 35 seats

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Looking for a Halong Bay day cruise trip that shows you every corner of Halong Bay? Wanting to visit Halong Bay but are on a time limit? Then you really need to take a look at our Alova Premium Day Cruise.

Alova Premium Day Cruise will take you on a journey that lasts about 5.5-6 hours through many striking, uninhabited islets and landscapes that are in various shapes, such as Fighting Cock and Thumb - truly the wonder of nature - while enjoying a Vietnamese traditional lunch that has been prepared to suit your taste.

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Luxurious round-trip transfer

Our tour includes a round-trip transfer for every guest who books with us. If you live near or in the area of Hanoi Old Quarter, let us know beforehand so we can come over and pick you up as well as drop you off once the trip ends. We guarantee to provide only transfer service with experienced drivers and luxurious limousine buses.

Marvelous scenery

You can be sure that an Alova day cruise will allow you to see all of Halong Bay's breathtaking scenery, including its countless limestone mountains. Some of the most important features of Halong Bay, such as Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Titov Island, are passed by during our luxurious cruise.

High-quality customer service

A group of well-trained, friendly, and professional staff members is always available at your need to make sure our guests will experience only the most excellent service.

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Titop Island (L)

08.15 – 08.45: Guests will be picked up from your hotel or homestay that is around the Old Quarter of Hanoi. If your place is outside of Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to the gathering spot at 20 Hang Muoi Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi at 8.00 AM. An English-speaking guide will accompany you on your Halong Bay day trip .

We then take the new highway to reach Tuan Chau International Harbor in Halong City, there will be a rest stop mid-way for guests to refresh before continuing.

12.00: After your arrival at the harbor, you will be welcomed and given a brief safety guideline by the crew members.

13.45: When you arrive at Bo Hon Island, you will visit Sung Sot Cave to see so many islets with marvelous shapes, then go kayaking or bamboo boat at Luon Cave to explore its beautiful hidden lagoons.

Visit Titov Island with a sandy beach adjacent to the towering limestone mountain with an excellent backdrop of the Bay, and climb up Titov Peak for a panoramic view of the paradise-like bay.

16.30: Return to Alova Premium Cruises for Afternoon Tea and cruise back toward Tuan Chau harbor.

17.45 – 18.00: Disembark then get on the new highway to go back to Hanoi.

20.30: Drop off at your hotel/stay, Alova One Day  trip ends.

  Meals:   Lunch

Cancellation policy:

If the cancellation is due to unforeseen circumstances and/or from our company, fee and refund will be applied as follows:

• Cancellation is informed before customers leave Hanoi to Halong Bay (guests have not used any service yet): refund 100%.
• Cancellation is informed during the trip (guests have already used the transfer service): charge 1,000,000 vnd/person.
• Cancellation is informed when guests have already used all services: no refund.
•  Round-trip with modern bus, 2 bottles of water per passenger
•  Visit Sung Sot Cave, Titov Island
•  English-speaking guide during the trip
•  Entrance fees
•  Authentic lunch with Vietnamese dishes, afternoon tea
•  Includes Taxes & Fees
•  Beverages
•  Travel insurance, tax
•  Kayaking or Bamboo boat
•  Tips for tour guide and personal expenses
•  Pick up from hotel or homestay outside Hanoi’s Old Quarter

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Alova Premium Day Cruise

Alova Premium Day Cruise is a beautiful steel made cruise which focus on clients’ comfort, promise an unforgettable day trip to Halong Bay.

If you have limited time or just don’t want to spend a night on boat, Alova Premium Day Cruise with prepositional hospitality team and reasonable price is your best choice. There are a lot of activities are waiting for you, as a standard 2 days itinerary. You will have a chance to know about the floating village, discover their lives and Thien Cung beautiful cave on Halong Bay. If you want to do kayaking, it is also available on this tour. Delicious lunch by prepositional chef will be served while sailing along stunning World’s Heritage Site.

Itinerary of Alova Premium Day Cruise

7:45 – 8:30 – Picking you up from hotel/stay and depart for Halong Bay

10:00 – Stopping over to stretch the legs on the way, enjoy some coffee to refresh

12:30 – Arriving Tuan Chau Harbor, boarding Alova Premium Cruises (the newest, largest and most luxurious one on the bay)

– You are served welcome drink, our guide instructs you with safety regulation and itinerary to start. – Enjoying lunch with Vietnamese dishes catered by our chef with hospitality – Stopping at the floating house to experience Kayaking (by yourself) or Bamboo boat (rowed by the local people) or just relaxing aboard – Passing Incense Burner Islet, Fighting Cock Islet to approach Thien Cung grotto (one of the most beautiful dry cave in Halong Bay) to visit thousands of stalagmites and stalactites with different shapes from the bottom up to the cave ceiling. – Enjoying our Afternoon Tea with local cake to watch the sunset

16:30 – Disembark, our crew say good bye to you. Then getting on bus back to Hanoi on the new highway.

19:30 – 19:45 – Saying goodbye to you at your hotel/stay. Trip ends.

• Transfer from hotel/ stay in Hanoi Old Quarter to Halong Bay & return by Limousine bus
• Going by highway on the way back to save time
• English speaking guide during the trip
• Entrance fees
• 2 bottles of water per person
• Lunch with Vietnamese dishes
• Afternoon Tea

Tour exclusive

• Travel insurance, tax
• Kayaking or bamboo boat
• Tips for tour guide and personal expenses
• Pick up from hotel/ stay outside Hanoi’s Old Quarter ( Should come to our office at 20 Hang Muoi Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi at 7.30 AM)
• Surcharge for Christmas 24/12, New Year 31/12, Lunar New Year’s Eve.

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Cancellation by Customer

• More than 15 days before arrival: Free of charge.
• Within 7 days to 15 days before arrival: 30% of total tour price.
• Within 3 days to 7 days before starting time: 50% of total tour price.
• Within 72 hours before starting time: 100% of total tour price.

Children Price

• Free of charge for babies (0 – 3 years old)
• Children from 4 to under 8 years old: 75% of adult rate
• Child from 9 years must pay the full adult rate

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ALOVA CRUISE - PREMIUM DAY CRUISE in HALONG BAY - FROM HANOI

• Limousine Bus/Private Car Roundtrip Hanoi - Halong (Depend on each option)
• Bottles of water per person on transfer
• Visit Sung Sot Grotto, Titov Island,
• English-speaking guide during the trip
• Buffet Lunch Meal and Entrance Fees
• Entry/Admission - Old Quarter
• Entry/Admission - Sung Sot Cave
• Entry/Admission - Ti Top Island
• Beveaerges, Personal Expenses and Tips
• Entry/Admission - Hang Luon Cave
• Option 1 Authentic Hanoi Travel, 39 Ng. Huyện, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam If you stay outside Hanoi Old Quarter, you can come to our meeting points: Hanoi Opera House or Authentic Hanoi Travel
• Option 2 Hanoi Opera House, 1 Tràng Tiền, Phan Chu Trinh, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam If you stay outside Hanoi Old Quarter, you can come to our meeting points: Hanoi Opera House or Authentic Hanoi Travel
• We will pick up all the guests in Hanoi Old Quarter, please be ready at your hotel lobby. Our driver will come and pick you up.
• Old Quarter, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Most travellers can participate
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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• You’ll have 2 starting options Or, you can also get picked up See departure details
• 1 Old Quarter Stop: 3 hours - Admission included See details
• 2 Halong Bay Stop: 3 hours See details
• 3 Sung Sot Cave Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included See details
• 4 Hang Luon Cave Stop: 60 minutes - Admission excluded See details
• 5 Ti Top Island Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included See details
• 6 Tuan Chau Island Stop: 3 hours See details
• You'll return to the starting point

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Alova Premium Halong Bay Day Cruise

Discover Halong Bay aboard the Alova Day Cruise, a steel Asian junk that combines classic beauty with modern comfort. With our hospitable crew and experienced tour guide will show you to explore tranquil scenery in the safest conditions. You will have a chance to know about the floating village, discover their lives and visit a beautiful cave in Halong Bay.

Highlights: - Deluxe Halong Bay Day Cruising - High-quality bus coming back from Halong Bay to Hanoi by the new highway - Kayaking/bamboo boat - Thien Cung Cave - Afternoon tea

Introduction

Halong Bay Day Cruising on Alova Premium Cruise Ship

Tour details, package price:  usd 66/ pax , valid from oct 2022 till december 2023.

• Morden bus transfer from hotel/ stay in Hanoi Old Quarter to Halong Bay & Return 
• 2 bottles of water per person om bus
• Visit Sung Sot Grotto, Titov Island
• English speaking guide during the trip
• Entrance fees
• Authentic lunch with Vietnamese dishes
• Afternoon Tea
• Extra fee: 7 USD/pax if you want to book limousine bus instead of shuttle bus
• Kayaking or Bamboo boat  (2 USD/pax)
• Beverages Travel insurance, tax
• Pick up from hotel/ stay outside Hanoi’s Old Quarter ( You should come to our office at 20 Hang Muoi  Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi at 8.00 AM)
• Tips for tour guide and personal expenses

THINGS TO BRING& TO KNOW

• Passport with valid visa • Some cash in Vietnamese Dong / USD for personal expenses • Sunblock or insect repellent, sport shoes • Bring something warm to wear [From Dec till March] • Please be ready on time for our pick up service • We do not accept credit card payment on board • The outside beverage has an applicable corkage fee • Travel light, as you can please arrange to keep the big luggage at your hotel

• The itinerary is subject to change upon weather conditions • Doctor and Pharmacy are not available on Alova Day Cruises • If your hotel/ stay is not located in the Hanoi old Quarter, please come to our office at 7.45 am to get on the shuttle bus. • We arrive back in Hanoi between 7:00 pm & 8:00 pm – if you have to catch a flight, bus or train later in the evening, contact us to assist you with your schedule and transportation choices.

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About Alova Cruise

If you are looking for something small, intimate, exciting without breaking your budget, Alova Cruise is the answer. The cruise trip will take you to the most essential attractions in Halong Bay. The 11 deluxe cabins onboard together with friendly staff will promise you a great journey.

Alova Cruise has been a well ranked cruise trip for as long as it has been in existence. The cruise vessel has 11 deluxe cabin with all you need amenities. In fact, when it comes to budget cruises, Alova is among the best: the price is decent and the quality is as great as the deluxe options. Professional cruise manager on board will guarantee you a great service, as is the team of tour guide and waiting staff.

4 things that we love most about Alova Cruise

• Best budget cruise in Halong Bay
• Early booking available with discounts
• Compact cabins on board
• Hospitable staff with attention to details

Cruise itinerary

Shuttle bus picks you up at your hotel in Hanoi then start driving for 2.5 hours to Ha Long. The long trip is much more interesting than you expected with rustic landscapes of Vietnam’s village on the roadsides. Airrve at Tuan Chau port by noon and transfer to Alova Cruise for welcome drinks.

Vietnamese traditional lunch is served right after checking-in while the ship is cruising to Lan Ha Bay. The first stop is Dark - Bright cave where you can experience kayaking and swimming in the crystal clear water of Lan Ha bay. Return to the vessel for your own leisure at room or sundeck and the boat anchors for overnight. Enjoy Happy Hour - Buy 2 drinks get 1 more free. The most interesting activity of the evening is flower carving on the sundeck before another delicious Vietnamese meal in the dining room.

For the rest of the night, feel free to take part in squid fishing, drinking at bar, or socializing.

• Meals included: L, D

Don’t forget to wake up early to catch the best view of Lan Ha bay when the bay is lightened up by the rising sun or try Taichi session on the top deck. Enjoy light breakfast in absolutely quiet lagoon to get full energy for another inspiring day.

The ship cruises toward Tra Bau area for kayaking. Check out the cabin and pay the bill (if any) at reception at 9:30. Then, enjoy a brunch while the cruise moves back to Tuan Chau Marina. Get on bus back to Hanoi. Trip ends.

• Meals included: Brunch

Important Notes

• PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
• Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay:
• The cancellation decision is made by Management Board of Halong Bay on the day of the trip in case of bad weather conditions. In such case, we will make alternative travel arrangement for you on request or offer refund in accordance with the cruise policy.

Cruise inclusions & options

• More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
• From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 20% of total rates
• From 6 to 3 days prior to check-in: 50% of total rates.
• Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
• No-Show: 100% of total rates.
• Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
• Check in on board: 12:20pm
• Check out: 11:00pm
• Return to Hanoi: 4:30pm
• Children less than 5 years of age are FOC, sharing a room with parent/s.
• Children from 5 to 8 years of age are charged 75%, sharing a twin room
• Children from 9 years of age and above are charged as adult
• The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults on mattress.
• Shuttle bus: free of charge
• Peak season surcharge: 25 USD per person surcharge for Christmas Eve and New Year (24 and 31st December), Tet holiday (21-25 January 2023)
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• Tips and other Personal Expenses
• All other services not clearly mentioned above
• Accommodation in a twin share or double cabin
• All Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B-= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner, BR= Brunch)
• An English speaking guide.
• Sightseeing admissions
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55 customer reviews for alova cruise, score breakdown, traveler rating.

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• Excellent: 37
• Very good: 3

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• Family with children: 11
• Groups of friends: 9
• Mature couples: 11
• Solo travellers: 5
• Young couples: 19

Our family had a great time together thanks to ALOVA cruise. The cruise was really calm and relaxing, I was afraid at first for the seasick but it turned out to be an amazing experience. Delicious food and fascinating kayaking to explore cave. We really love caving and the cruise made the trip so memorable. Activities on board like Tai chi and squid fishing were well planned and still spared enough time for relaxation. Everything was so balanced, thank you so much!

Great experiences, the places we visit were splendid and kayaking made it even more memorable!

Excellent! I love this cruise, everything from the itinerary to the people on board was so amazing! Thank you so much for this nice opportunity!

The cruise is cozy and quite private, highly suggest for people seeking relaxation. I also think ALOVA should apply more advanced technology for activities on board to have more fun and great moments.

Everything was great. Please have other caves visit as well and longer time for swimming too. 

It was so nice! Thank you so much for this amazing trip. Suggest to have 3 days 2 nights for more off-deck experiences!

We had 1 of the best vacations ever. Highly recommend this cruise for anyone who seeks a nice trip with limited time. Only 2 days 1 night but we learned a lot about Vietnam and the bays, and Lan Ha Bay was magnificent. We really enjoyed kayaking too. The rooms was comfortable and there was a balcony as well. The view was the best!

The best thing is a trip to Dark & Bright cave, exploring cave by water was so fun and fresh!

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• Type: Metal
• Operating area: Lan Ha Bay

Itinerary: Tuan Chau Marina – Lan Ha Bay – Dark & Light Cave – Ao Ech Area

Activities: A local bamboo rowing boat gently glides above jade-green water through the magical Dark & Light Cave . You’ll see amazing stalagmites, wonderful rock formations, and a hidden lagoon. Get close to nature with a short excursion to Ao Ech area to try swimming & kayaking.

Highlights:

• Jade Sails is the newest and most luxurious day cruise with a unique modern yacht style on Halong Bay.
• It takes only a 2.5-hour drive by limousine from Hanoi to Tuan Chau Marina on the new highway instead of 4 hours.
• The ship offers the longest 7-hour day tour program deeply exploring Lan Ha Bay.
• Join the exciting cooking demonstration, sunset party, and Happy Hour on the boat.

2. Ambassador Day Cruise

• Operating area: Halong Bay

Itinerary: Halong International Cruise Port – Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Ti Top Island - Luon Cave

Activities: Hike the 450-step path to reach the peak of Titop Island, swim at Ti Top Beach, discover Sung Sot Cave, kayak or relax on a sampan boat rowed by a local to explore Luon Cave, enjoy live music show or watch a cooking class.

• The first 5-star day cruise in Halong Bay with a capacity of 500 passengers.
• 600-m2 twin sundeck offering second-to-none sightseeing experience on the bay.
• A sumptuous buffet lunch with plenty of Asian-European dishes.
• A large open-air pool, two luxurious restaurants, and a glass bridge to capture the beauty of Halong Bay.
• Signature attractions are included in the itinerary namely Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and Luon Cave.

3. Paradise Delight Day Cruise

• Operating area: Halong bay

Itinerary: Halong Bay – Passing by Thien Cung Cave, Dau Go Cave, Reu island, Sun Wheel Ha Long, Hang Ma islet, Vung Oan islet

Activities:  This 1-day program of Paradise Delight is well-suited for leisure travelers looking for natural indulgence and utmost relaxation. You can admire the giant limestone island, savor sumptuous canapes and fine dining, and enjoy a live band performance in the serene backdrop of the bay.

• Paradise Delight offers a new level of grandeur with spacious cabins, hi-end services, and superior amenities.
• Guests can relax with a full range of spa treatments, chill on the large sundeck, and savor the best meal in the top-notch bar & restaurant.
• Enjoy a live band performance while the cruise passes landmarks of the bay.
• Watch the visual spectacle show "Choreography of the Sea", to know more about Halong Bay's origins.

4. Emeraude Min

• Type: Wooden

Itinerary: Tuan Chau Marina – Halong Bay – Sung Sot Cave – Luon Cave

Activities: Have lunch while the ship passes through multiple famous sites such as Fighting Cock Island, Ba Hang Floating Village, and Dog Island. Stop at Sung Sot Cave, an amazing cave with hundreds of stone steps, then kayak at Luon Cave.

• Round trip shuttle bus on the new Hanoi – Halong Highway to save half of the transfer time.
• The boat has many years of experience in operating the day tour program on Halong Bay.
• The 5.5-hour tour visits several prominent attractions like Sung Sot Cave and Luon Cave.
• Emeraude Min Cruise is well-appointed with a restaurant & bar and a lounge.
• Enjoy leisure time with spa & beauty services (optional with charges).

5. Alova Premium Day Cruise

Itinerary: Tuan Chau Harbor – Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Luon Cave - Titop Island

Activities: Discover the biggest and most beautiful cave in Halong, kayak or take a sampan boat trip through Luon Cave, immerse in the seawater at Titop Beach or climb up to the top of the mountain to capture the 360-degree view of the bay, enjoy sunset party and admire the magnificent bay view./

• Alova day boat is spacious, suitable for families and small groups.
• The ship features a modern design and ensures a high safety level.
• The extraordinary itinerary sails you to the 3 most famous attractions in Halong Bay including Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Titop Island.
• Buffet lunch with a variety of local dishes.

6. Phoenix Day Cruiser

Itinerary: Tuan Chau Marina – Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Luon Cave - Titop Island

Activities:  Admire the thousand-year-old stalagmites and stalactites inside Sung Sot Cave; a bamboo boat ride or kayaking at Luon Cave Area, swimming or hiking on Titop Island.

• Phoenix Day Cruise is designed in a Vietnamese traditional wooden junk style with a capacity of up to 48 guests.
• The ship offers a compact 6-hour itinerary to visit Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island and Luon Cave.
• A sumptuous seafood lunch is served (vegetarian meals available).
• You have a chance to take stunning photos of the Fighting Cock Island, Incense Burner, and Stone Dog Islet.

7. La Casta Daily Cruise

Activities: Activities: Visit Sung Sot Cave - the largest cave with amazing stalactites and stalagmites, kayak at Luon Cave area, hike at Titop Island, and enjoy Sunset Party with tea, coffee, and finger food.

• La Casta Daily Cruise’s design is a perfect combination of modernity and traditional touches.
• The boat provides a unique 6-hour sailing route to Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Titop Island.
• Savor a hearty buffet lunch with featured Vietnamese cuisine while watching the captivating view of Halong Bay.
• Enjoy Sunset party with finger food, tea and coffee.

8. Amazing Sails

Itinerary: Halong International Cruise Port – Halong Bay – Sung Sot Cave - Luon Cave - Titop Island

Activities: Stopover Sung Sot Cave, the largest cave with spectacular stalactites and stalagmites to take photos and learn more about the cave’s cultural and historic values. Discover Luon Cave on a kayak or a bamboo boat. Visit Titop Island to swim at the sandy beach or hike to the top of the mountain.

• Formerly an overnight cruise, this newly-renovated day cruise stands out with a large sundeck, a spa & massage, and a gym.
• Tourists, especially families with children can take a nap in the comfortable cabins.
• Amazing Sails has first-hand knowledge and experiences about Halong Bay.
• The itinerary allows tourists to access the most signature destinations of the bay.

9. The Halong Catamaran

• Operating Area: Lan Ha Bay

Itinerary: Tuan Chau Port - Lan Ha Bay - Bright Cave - Ao Ech

Activities: Take a sampan boat or kayak to discover Bright Cave - a tranquil area with stunning view of forested mountains and a lagoon, have fun with trampoline and water slide, swim at Ao Ech Area, watch the cooking demonstration, and enjoy Sunset ceremony.

• Modern design with a large capacity of up to 99 passengers.
• Sumptuous buffet with diverse cuisine.
• Unique facilities for entertainment and relaxation such as trampoline, waterslide, hammock
• Less-touristic route with highlights: Bright Cave and Ao Ech Area.
• Cooking class with a Vietnamese traditional dish - fresh spring roll, and sunset party with tea, coffee and cookies.

10. La Regina Day Cruise

Itinerary: Tuan Chau Port - Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Luon Cave - Titop Island

Activities: Explore the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, visit Luon Cave by kayak or rowing boat, swim at Titop Beach, or conquer the peak to admire Halong Bay's panoramic overview.

• Elegant design with modern and luxury interior.
• A hearty buffet lunch is served in the beautiful ocean-view restaurant.
• 8-hour tour stops at 3 most famous spots: Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Titop Island.
• Chance to take the best photos of signature islets such as Cong Troi, Hon Cho Da, Hon Ga Choi, Dinh Huong,…
• Witness gorgeous sunset while enjoying a Sunset party with tea, coffee, snacks, and fresh fruit.

11. Pamela Cruise

Activities: Be amazed by the giant stalactites and stalagmites in Sung Sot Cave, get through Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat, climb up more than 400 steps to get a 360-degree view, laze on the beach and dip in the seawater, join Sunset party.

• Pamela Cruise offers a 7.5-hour itinerary with diverse activities: kayaking, swimming, hiking, etc.
• Enjoy a fresh seafood buffet lunch with plenty of options or drinks in the panoramic bar (extra fee).
• Enjoy snacks from Sunset party and grab some drinks while dipping in the mini pool.
• A dedicated team who is always willing to assist.

12. Amethyst Cruise

Activities: Cruising through the highlights of Halong Bay, stop at Sung Sot Cave - the largest cave in the bay, discover Luon Cave by kayak or rowing boat, relax on the beach or hike to the mountain at Titop Island, Sunset party with snacks and tea, coffee, watch the magnificent sunset on the bay.

• The modern and spacious ship with a capacity of up to 99 guests.
• Savor a sumptuous buffet lunch with a variety of Asian and European dishes.
• Relax in the 4-season outdoor jacuzzi pool on the sundeck and admire the stunning view.
• Spacious lounge on the sundeck with a fully stocked bar.
• 7.5 hours cruising with 3 signature stopovers: Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Titop Island.

13. Iris Cruise

Itinerary: Halong International Cruise Port - Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Luon Cave - Titop Island

Activities: Explore Sung Sot cave - the largest cave with an area of 10,000 sqm, kayaking/sampan boating (extra fee), visit Titop Island, enjoy live music with canape on sundeck, relax in the jacuzzi pool and admire the bay view.

• Luxurious design with large capacity of 99 guests.
• Modern facilities: 2 restaurants, 2 bars, outdoor jacuzzi pool.
• Enjoy buffet lunch with premium Asian - European cuisine.
• Various activities: swimming, kayaking, hiking, visiting a cave, etc.

14. Cozy Bay Premium Cruise

Activities: Discover the largest cave with thousand-year-old stalactites and stalagmites, enjoy the serenity at Luon Cave area by rowing boat or kayak, visit Titop Island with swimming and hiking activities, join Sunset Party on the sundeck.

• Cozy Bay Premium Cruise offers a 6-hour day itinerary that goes to as many destinations as overnight cruises.
• Witness the breathtaking view of Halong Bay while savoring the buffet lunch.
• Enjoy a tea break with fruits, snacks, and drinks before disembarking the ship.
• Kayak or bamboo boats are included.

Questions and Answers (6)

Hello, which daycruise leaves Halong Harbor the earliest in the day?

Dear T, Thank you so much for contacting us. The earliest levis Halong Harbor is Ambassador Day Cruise: https://www.halongbaytours.com/day-cruise/ambassador-day-cruise.html. Please let me know if you need further information. Regards, Hazel

We will be in Ha Long from 01-04 March 2024 and we would like to take Ambassador 1 Day Cruise. Could we have an Itinerary in details, including the transportation from Ha Noi - Ha Long (1 way). Thank you in advance and regards. Sandee

@Vo Sandee, Thank you for your inquiry and we are so happy to hear about your trip plan! The Ambassador Day Cruise is still available from 01-04 March 2024 with cost of $77/person + $15/person for shuttle bus one way Hanoi-Halong. Please check the itinerary I have sent to your mail. Please consider and let us know if you have any questions. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Best regards, Helen  

My wife and I will be in Hanoi from 25 - 28 May. We would like to travel to Halong Bay on 27 May 2024. Is it feasible to travel from Hanoi early in the morning to Halong Bay and then return to Hanoi in the evening. We would like to do a 4 Hour Cruise & Kayaking on 27 May.

@David Brian Blake, Thank you for contacting us. You can surely make a Halong Bay tour from Hanoi within a day. Per your request, we suggest you Phoenix Day Cruise which lasts for 5 hours and includes kayaking at Luon Cave in the itinerary. You will also visit Surprise Cave - the biggest cave in Halong and Titov Island - the largest island with a 360-degree view from the top of the mountain. If you need further information, do not hesitate to ask. Regards,

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• You are served welcome drink, our guide instructs you with safety regulation and itinerary to start
• Enjoying lunch with Vietnamese dishes catered by our chef with hospitality
• Passing Fighting Cock Islet to approach Titov Island for swimming and trekking to top of mountain then visit Sung Sot cave (one of the most beautiful dry cave in Halong Bay) to visit thousands of stalagmites and stalactites with different shapes from the bottom up to the cave ceiling
• Stopping at the floating house to experience Kayaking (by yourself) or Bamboo boat (rowed by the local people) or just relaxing aboard

08:15 – 08:45 – Our bus and tour guide pick you up from hotel / stay and following the new highway to depart for Tuan Chau Island, Halong City , stop for a rest on the way.

12:00 – Arrive Tuan Chau Harbor, welcome aboard, and safety briefing.

Alova Cruise will take you on an 5.5 to 6 hours journey via 2 day-sleeper boat cruise route which renowned for its striking, passages uninhabited islets and outcrops have been given imaginative names by the locals, due to their perceived shaoes, including Cock Fighting and Thumb, while enjoy Vietnamese mouth-watering lunch on boat.

13:45 – Arrive Bo Hon archipelago, you will visit Surprising Cave to see a lot of stalagmites and stalagtiles with different shapes of sea lives, the go kayaking or bamboo boat at Luon Cave to discovery the beautiful lagoon.

Visit Titov Island with sandy beach adjacent to the towering limestone mountain with excellent backdrop of Halong Bay , and climb up Titov Peak for a panoramic view of the bay like paradise.

16:30 – Return to Alova Premium Cruises for Afternoon Tea and cruising back toward Tuan Chau harbor. There are a lot of time for sunbathing on upper deck with music, enjoy great fun of group touring fellows among world iconic natural scenery.

17:45-18:00 – Disembark for going back on the new highway to Hanoi.

20:30 – Drop off at your hotel / stay, trip ends .

• Morden bus transfer from hotel/ stay in Hanoi Old Quarter to Halong Bay & Return . 2 bottles of water per person om bus
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Our Cruise will take you on an 5.5 to 6 hours journey via 2 day-sleeper boat cruise route which renowned for its striking, passages uninhabited islets and outcrops have been given imaginative names by the locals, due to their perceived shaoes, including Cock Fighting and Thumb, while enjoy Vietnamese mouth-watering lunch on boat.

• 13:45:  Arrive Bo Hon archipelago, you will visit Surprising Cave to see a lot of stalagmites and stalagtiles with different shapes of sea lives, the go kayaking or bamboo boat at Luon Cave to discovery the beautiful lagoon.

Visit Titov Island with sandy beach adjacent to the towering limestone mountain with excellent backdrop of the Bay, and climb up Titov Peak for a panoramic view of the bay like paradise.

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The cruise line’s Grand Australia and New Zealand voyage will sail round-trip from San Diego, California in 2026, taking guests down under and back over 93 days.

"Our Grand Voyages are renowned for connecting guests with the world's most fascinating places while sailing roundtrip from the United States," Beth Bodensteiner, the line’s chief commercial officer, said in a news release . "Our team crafted this itinerary to show guests the parts of Australia and New Zealand they expect to visit, but also included frequently asked for, but rarely visited, ports throughout Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands."

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The ship will visit 44 ports in 10 countries. Passengers will make their way to Hawaii first before heading to the South Pacific. The ship will then visit Australia – almost circling the country – and New Zealand, followed by Tonga and French Polynesia on the way back to San Diego.

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Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at [email protected].