LA CASTA – LUXURY DAILY CRUISE IN HA LONG BAY
La Casta Daily Cruise offers a premium one-day journey of up to 8 hours, designed for travelers who want to experience the very best highlights of Ha Long Bay without staying overnight.
Built as a modern and stylish iron cruise, La Casta features high-standard facilities, spacious decks, and professional services, ensuring comfort and elegance throughout the journey. With a well-planned itinerary and an enthusiastic, experienced tour guide team, guests can fully immerse themselves in the beauty of this world natural wonder.
The cruise takes you along the most famous route of Ha Long Bay, visiting iconic attractions such as Sung Sot Cave – the largest and most impressive cave in the bay, kayaking through the peaceful Luon Cave, and relaxing at Titop Island with its crescent-moon-shaped beach and panoramic viewpoint.
Combining sightseeing, light adventure, and relaxation, La Casta Daily Cruise is an ideal choice for couples, families, and travelers with limited time who still wish to capture the essence of Ha Long Bay in a refined and memorable way.
HIGHLIGHTS
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Luxury daily cruise exploring Ha Long Bay’s most famous route
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Visit Sung Sot Cave – the largest cave in Ha Long Bay
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Kayaking at Luon Cave and swimming at Titop Island
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Modern iron cruise with high-standard facilities
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Professional tour guide and attentive service
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Perfect for short stays and first-time visitors
ITINENARY:
DAY 1: HANOI – HA LONG BAY ON LA CASTA CRUISE (B/L)
07:00 – 07:20 – Meet our driver at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
For guests staying outside the Old Quarter, please proceed to Hanoi Opera House for pick-up.
A short stop will be made along the way for a break and restroom use.
07:20 – Start a 2.5-hour road journey to Quang Ninh Province via the expressway aboard a comfortable air-conditioned transfer.
09:30 – 10:00 – Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, welcome aboard La Casta Cruise and enjoy a welcome drink while meeting the cruise crew.
10:30 – Start cruising from Tuan Chau Harbor to Ha Long Bay, passing through thousands of spectacular limestone islands and islets.
11:30 – 12:00 – Buffet lunch served on board with a wide selection of seafood and traditional Vietnamese dishes.
13:30 – Visit Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave) at Bo Hon Island – the largest and most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay, guided by our professional tour guide.
14:30 – Continue cruising to Luon Cave for kayaking or bamboo boat experience.
15:30 – Stop at Titop Island. Guests may climb halfway up the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay or relax and swim at the beach.
16:30 – Return to the cruise and enjoy Sunset Party on the sundeck with Vietnamese tea, coffee, fresh fruits, snacks, or relax in the onboard jacuzzi while cruising back.
17:30 – 17:45 – Cruise back to Tuan Chau Port.
For guests without transfer service: Tour ends at Tuan Chau Harbor.
For guests using transfer service: Board the vehicle for the return journey to Hanoi.
20:15 – 20:30 – Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi. Service ends.
TOUR INCLUSIONS
• Activities: cave exploring, kayaking, swimming, sunset party.
• Visit Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island (famous highlights of Ha Long Bay).
• Free use of jacuzzi on board.
• All sightseeing and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
• Up to 7.5 hours cruising with La Casta Daily & Premier Cruises.
• Buffet lunch served on board.
• Professional English-speaking guide on board.
TOUR EXCLUSIONS
• Limousine or private transfer round trip Hanoi – Ha Long (depending on selected option).
• Holiday surcharge (if applicable).
• Beverages, tips, and personal expenses.
• All other services not clearly mentioned in the program.
HALONG BAY – THINGS TO BRING & TO KNOW
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Some cash in Vietnamese Dong / USD for personal expenses
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Personal items: sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, sports shoes, casual clothes
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Bring something warm to wear (December – March)
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Please be ready on time for our pick-up service
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Outside beverages are subject to a corkage fee
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Travel light; large luggage can be stored at your hotel
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If your hotel is not located in Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to the Hanoi Opera House (Nha Hat Lon) before pick-up time
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Estimated return to Hanoi: 20:00 – 20:30
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If you have a flight, bus, or train later in the evening, please contact us for assistance with your schedule and transportation options
SCHEDULE AND ACTIVITIES
MENU AND MEALS
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Full meals are served on board (Set Menu or Buffet, depending on cruise)
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The menu is standard for all guests
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Special requests such as dietary needs or vegetarian meals must be advised at the time of booking
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After embarkation, menu changes are not possible due to stock limitations
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Guests are advised to keep their identification and personal belongings with them at all times