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JadeSails Cruise

JadeSails Cruise

  • Launched: 2021 - Style: Steel Boat - Capacity: 99 passengers
  • Destinations: Lan Ha Bay - Dark and Bright Cave - Frog Pond Area

Ambassador Day Cruise

Ambassador Day Cruise NEW

  • Launched: 2023 - Style: Steel Boat - Capacity: 500 passengers
  • Destinations: Halong Bay - Ti Top Island - Surprise Cave - Luon Cave

La Casta Daily Cruise

La Casta Daily Cruise

Phoenix Day Cruise

Phoenix Day Cruise

  • Launched: 2015 - Style: Wooden Boat - Capacity: 40 passengers
  • Destinations: Sung Sot Cave - Ti Top Island - Halong Bay

Alova Premium Day Cruise

Alova Premium Day Cruise

  • Launched: 2011 - Style: Steel Boat - Capacity: 40 passengers
  • Destinations: Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Ti Top Island

Emeraude Min Cruise

Emeraude Min Cruise

  • Launched: 2012 - Style: Wooden boat - Capacity: 40 passengers
  • Destinations: Halong Bay - Thien Cung Cave

La Muse Cruise

La Muse Cruise NEW

  • Launched: 2022 - Style: Steel Boat - Capacity: 40 passengers
  • Destinations: Bai Tu Long Bay - Thien Canh Son Cave

Pamela Cruise

Pamela Cruise NEW

  • Launched: 2023 - Style: Wooden Boat - Capacity: 99 passengers
  • Destinations: Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Ti Top Island - Luon Cave

Amethyst Cruise

Amethyst Cruise NEW

  • Launched: 2023 - Style: Steel Boat - Capacity: 99 passengers

Orchid Day Cruise

Orchid Day Cruise

  • Launched: 2018 - Style: Wooden Boat - Capacity: 120 passengers
  • Destinations:

Iris Cruise Halong

Iris Cruise Halong NEW

Halong Catamaran

Halong Catamaran

  • Launched: 2020 - Style: Steel Boat - Capacity: 99 passengers

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Questions & Answers (14)

Good afternoon. What time does the half-day cruise start and end? Are pick-up and drop-off service included?

Dear Siti, The half-day cruise typically starts at 12:00 - 12:30 pm and ends at about 16:00 - 16:30 on the same day. Please note that transfer services aren’t included in the all-inclusive price.  If you need more information about this tour, please contact us. Regards, Tearis

Hello. May I know how long kayaking and the bamboo boat is? Thanks in advance. 

Dear Stefan, As you are concerned, the duration of kayaking or bamboo boats is about 30-40 minutes. Regards, Tearis

Can we leave the ship later?

Dear Mia, We are sorry that you cannot leave the ship later, as they are shared cruises and other passengers need to return to the harbor for their upcoming schedule. If you have any further questions, please contact us. Regards, Mary

Hello. Are 4-year-old kids allowed on the half-day tour? 

Dear Ali, We are pleased to inform you that children aged 4 are welcome on this tour. Regards, Tearis

Are children allowed on this tour? 

Dear David Silva, Yes, children are allowed on this tour under the supervision of adults, especially when participating in activities. Regards, Mary

你好,请问游轮的价格包含下龙湾码头的门票了吗?

Dear YI CHEN, Do you wonder if the day cruise price includes transfer to the pier or not? If yes, the price usually does not include transportation. For day cruises, only Jadesails does. Since we can understand English only, it would be best if you could send us the request in English for the best support. Regards, Mary

Does the transfer service include on my cruise trip when I book? I see many places that mention it but I just want to confirm a specific place that I will be picked up/ dropped off before booking. Many thanks

Dear Mrs. Anna, The transfer service is not included in your trip price and its cost varies upon the cruise. The shared bus will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel around the Hanoi Old Quarter area. Should you need further information, feel fee to contact us. Regards, Mary.

What time do I get back to the harbor from a day cruise?

It depends on the duration of your day trip. 4-hour day cruises start from 12:30 to 16:30. For 6-hour day cruises, you embark at around 12:00 and disembark at 18:00. For 8-hour ones, you embark at around 9:30 and disembark at 17:30.

Do all the day cruises include kayaking activities?

No. Each cruise has its own itinerary. Most 6- and 8-hour day cruises include kayaking while few 4-hour ones do not. You can check the program with the tour operator before booking.

Do I need to pay for kayaking?

Normally, kayaking is included in the tour price if it is mentioned in the program. However, you’d better check with the travel company in advance to avoid the incurred fee.

What type of food is served on day cruises?

Most day cruises usually serve Vietnamese meals. However, if you have any allergies or special dietary, you can inform them in advance so they can prepare proper meals for you.

Are Halong day cruises suitable for families with kids?

Day cruises are suitable for all travelers such as couples, families with kids, groups, corporates, or even solo travelers. If you have limited time, a day cruise is a good option to take a glance at the heritage site. Otherwise, overnight cruises are recommended for families with kids to have a more relaxed and interesting adventure.

How many people are normally hosted on day cruise?

The capacity of day cruises ranges from 40 to up to 500 guests.

More About Day Cruises

Instead of spending a large sum of money for overnight cruises, travelers can certainly enjoy a day trip to Halong Bay and still get a thorough experience of the Bay.

Halong Bay Day Cruises provide tourists with a cruising experience within a day, suitable for those who have a limited time and budget. Travelers can opt for a 4 - 6 - 8 hour itinerary, a deluxe or a budget day cruise. Halong Bay Day Cruises are getting more and more popular for both domestic and international tourists, offering from traditional wooden junk boat to large cruise that can house up to 500 guests. 

What do Halong Bay Day Cruises offer?

Learn about what a day trip looks like may prepare you for the question: is this trip right for me?

Facilities & services

For facilities, the main difference between day and overnight cruises is that overnight cruises include cabins while day cruises do not. You can find varied onboard activities such as a jacuzzi pool, gym, waterslides, cooking demonstration, or sunset party on luxury day cruises. Birthday party, honeymoon celebration, or proposal setup is also available on some day cruises upon request. However, most day cruises only include a restaurant, a bar, and a wide sundeck for sightseeing.

Having said that, Ambassador Day Cruise, the largest day cruise in Halong, still have cabin for day use in case you need a place to relax on your own.

Itineraries

Since cruising routes are regulated by Halong bay’s management board, day cruises can follow the same route as overnight cruises. Route 1 and 2 are the most popular routes for Halong day cruises.

  • Route 1: Thien Cung Grotto, Dau Go Grotto, Dog Island, Ba Hang, Incense Burner Island, Fighting Cock Island
  • Route 2: Soi Sim Island, Titop Island, Sung Sot Cave, Bo Nau Cave, Luon Cave, Ho Dong Tien Cave, Trong Cave, Trinh Nu Cave, Me Cung Cave

Besides, travelers can also join a day cruise to Lan Ha Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay - the adjacent areas of Halong Bay with similar scenery of limestone mountains and activities.

There are 3 main durations for day cruises which are 4 hours, 6 hours, and 8 hours. Depending on the time, a day cruise can include 1 to 3 attractions. If you want to have more experience, an 8-hour itinerary would give you the best experience with adequate activities like overnight cruises such as visiting a cave, kayaking, swimming, or hiking.

Price range & suggestions

A Halong day tour costs you about US$52 to US$119/pax depending on the duration and things included. Please refer to some best day cruises in Halong Bay in the table below:

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