La Casta Cruise – 2 Days 1 Night in Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay
Ha Long
Duration : 2 Days 1 Night
Start Location : La Casta waiting lounge, No. 17 Tuan Chau Marina, Ha Long
The La Casta Cruise is a 2 days 1 night trip through Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay on a ship with only 22 cabins, each at least 28 m² with a panoramic ocean view and a private balcony.
Highlights of the La Casta Cruise trip
- Suites: Junior, Senior, Family and VIP (Honeymoon) suites, with shower and bathtub.
- Ba Trai Dao: the three islets and natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay, with kayaking and swimming. In bad weather this stop may be replaced by the Dark and Bright Cave.
- Tra Bau area: known as a filming location of the movie King Kong; free kayaking or swimming on the second morning.
- Food: lunch, a dinner of seafood and Vietnamese cuisine, breakfast and brunch.
- Sunset: party and Happy Hour at the bar (buy two, get one free on selected drinks), plus a cooking demonstration.
- Evening and morning: squid fishing and karaoke, then Tai Chi on the sundeck at sunrise.
- On board: an outdoor Jacuzzi, spa services and WiFi.
With so few cabins, this is a quiet choice for a Lan Ha Bay luxury cruise. The 2 day 1 night Halong Bay cruise comes with an English and Vietnamese speaking guide, and all activities are optional. The Ha Long Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Price: contact us. Rates change by season and cabin type. Message us on WhatsApp at +84 981 286 066 or email booking.amgotravel@gmail.com for the current rate.
Cabins and suites on La Casta Cruise
| Cabin | Size | Maximum occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Suite (deck 1) | 30 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| Sen Suite | 30 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| Family Triple Suite (deck 3) | 40 m² | 3 adults and 1 child |
| VIP / Honeymoon Suite with balcony | 50 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| VIP / Honeymoon Suite with terrace (deck 3) | 70 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
What is included
- One night on board in a luxury cabin with shower and bathtub
- Entrance fees, sightseeing fees, kayaking and bamboo boat
- English and Vietnamese speaking guide
- Welcome drink
- Meals on board: one lunch, one dinner, one breakfast and one brunch
- Onboard insurance
- Free WiFi and satellite HD LED TV in the cabin
- Fishing equipment
- An outdoor Jacuzzi
What is not included
- Beverages
- Shuttle bus transfer (pick-up from the Hanoi Old Quarter is available at extra cost)
- Spa treatment services
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Personal expenses
- Any services not mentioned as included
Children policy
- One child aged 0 to 3 sharing a bed with parents is free; a second child aged 1 to 3 is charged 50% of the adult rate.
- Children aged 4 to 6: 50% of the adult rate, without an extra bed.
- Children aged 7 to 10: 75% of the adult rate, without an extra bed.
- Children from 11 years old: adult rate, with an extra bed provided. Any child who needs an extra bed is charged the adult rate.
- A holiday surcharge applies on public holidays, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and Lunar New Year. Contact us for the amount.
Good to know
- Arrive at the waiting lounge at No. 17, Tuan Chau Marina at 11:30 – 12:00; a speedboat takes you to the ship. You disembark at Tuan Chau at 11:30 on day 2.
- The itinerary may change depending on weather, tide levels and the Bay Management Authority. WiFi is available but the connection may be limited.
- A standard set menu is served. Tell us about special dietary requirements at least 24 hours before departure.
- All activities are optional; you can stay on board instead.
You may also like: Ha Long Bay Full Day Deluxe Cruise.
Photos: La Casta Cruise; destination photos credited in their captions.
Schedule Details
DAY 1: TUAN CHAU – HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY – BA TRAI DAO
07:45 – 08:15: Pick-up from your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter (not included) and transfer via the expressway.
11:30 – 12:00: Arrive at the waiting lounge at No. 17, Tuan Chau Marina. A speedboat transfers you to the ship.
12:00 – 13:00: Board the cruise: welcome drink, safety briefing and check-in.
13:00: Lunch at the restaurant as the cruise heads for Lan Ha Bay.
15:45: Visit the Ba Trai Dao islets and the natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay (or the Dark and Bright Cave, depending on the weather): kayaking, swimming and sightseeing.
17:30 – 18:30: Sunset party and Happy Hour at the bar.
18:00: Cooking demonstration of simple traditional Vietnamese dishes.
19:30: Dinner of seafood and Vietnamese cuisine.
21:00: Evening entertainment: squid fishing or karaoke. Overnight on board.
DAY 2: LAN HA BAY – TRA BAU – TUAN CHAU
06:15: Tai Chi session on the sundeck at sunrise over Lan Ha Bay.
07:00 – 07:45: Breakfast with tea or coffee.
08:00: Visit the Tra Bau area: free kayaking or swimming.
09:00 – 09:30: Return to your cabin, check your luggage and check out.
09:30 – 10:30: Brunch at the restaurant while cruising back to the harbour.
11:30: Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina.
