Omkara Day Cruises
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Omkara Day Cruises – The First and Only Day Cruise in Halong Bay Offering Authentic Indian Cuisine by Indian Chefs
Experience Luxury and Authentic Indian Flavors on Halong Bay
Omkara Day Cruises proudly stands as the first and only luxury day cruise in Halong Bay to serve authentic Indian food, meticulously prepared by our expert Indian chefs onboard. Tailored exclusively for Indian guests seeking comfort, culture, and cuisine, Omkara redefines the Halong Bay experience by combining premium cruising with a true taste of India.
Whether you’re a vegetarian, vegan, or prefer Jain meals (no garlic, onion, or root vegetables), Omkara is the only cruise that guarantees a pure Indian culinary experience while exploring one of the world’s most stunning natural wonders.
Why Choose Omkara Day Cruises?
✅ Authentic Indian Food Cooked by Indian Chefs
Forget compromising your taste when traveling. At Omkara Diamond Cruise, you’ll indulge in a carefully curated Indian Vegetarian Buffet Lunch on the 2nd deck, including flavorful curries, basmati rice, Indian breads, and more. Prefer Jain meals? Pre-book and enjoy dishes that respect your dietary needs.
We also serve Indian Chicken Curry for non-veg lovers at the 1st deck restaurant — ensuring a diverse menu for every guest.
✅ Luxury Meets Cultural Comfort
Omkara isn’t just about food — it’s a complete, high-end day cruise experience featuring:
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Limousine Transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter
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English-Speaking Guide Onboard
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Luxurious Indian and Vietnamese Restaurants
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Jacuzzi Outdoor Swimming Pool
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Spacious Sundeck with Ocean Views
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Evening Tea Party with Snacks
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Big Screen Entertainment, Music & Karaoke
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Professional and Friendly Crew
A 6-Hour Halong Bay Cruise with the Most Stunning Route
Embark on a 6-hour voyage through Halong Bay’s most iconic attractions:
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Sung Sot (Surprising) Cave – one of the largest caves in the bay
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Titop Island – perfect for panoramic bay views
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Luon Cave – kayak or bamboo boat through emerald waters
Enjoy Jacuzzi relaxation, sunbathe on the luxurious sundeck, and capture Instagram-worthy views at every turn.
Spacious Dining Options for All Travelers
While the 2nd deck caters exclusively to Indian guests with a rich vegetarian buffet, the 1st deck offers a spacious Asian and International Buffet Restaurant. This setup ensures that Omkara Day Cruises can also welcome European, Asian, and other international guests under our brand: Halong Diamond Cruise.
Whether you’re booking for Indian cuisine or prefer Asian fusion, the only difference in cruise pricing depends on your food selection — not the quality of your experience.
Highlights of Omkara Diamond Cruise:
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Authentic Indian Buffet by Indian Chefs
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Indian Jain Meals Available on Request
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Outdoor Jacuzzi with Bay Views
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Modern Restaurant (Capacity: 100 guests)
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Limousine Transportation Included
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Full-Day Itinerary (6 hours)
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Halong Bay’s Best Attractions Covered
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Ideal for Indian Families, Groups & Tourists
Book Omkara Day Cruises Today
Launched in September 2023, Omkara Day Cruises has quickly earned praise for being the top Indian-friendly day cruise in Halong Bay. From the moment you board, you’ll enjoy VIP treatment, world-class service, and the unbeatable comfort of home-cooked Indian meals.
Don’t settle for less — choose the only cruise that understands Indian travelers like no other.
👉 Book your Halong Bay day trip with Omkara now!
- Hanoi - Halong Bay Tour 1 Day by Omkara Day Cruises
7:45 – 8:30 : Hotel pick up
Our English-speaking tour guide will pick up guests from various hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter, ranging from 7:45 – 8:30, we try to make the pick-ups as timely as possible but with morning traffic in the Old Quarter and many hotels to collect from this time is approximate. Please be ready to help expedite this process.
10:00: 10:30 – Short Lavatory Break
Quick rest stop halfway to stretch your legs, use the facilities, or grab a quick snack in case you missed breakfast (our driver appreciates a coffee break as well!) before we get back on the road and finish the drive.
11:30 – 11:45 – Boarding The Cruise – Check In Time.
The bus will arrive at Halong International Port, reach our pier, where our welcoming staff will be awaiting your arrival with a big smile. Welcome drink will be served while the captain introduces the cruise briefing and instruction.
12:00 – 13:00 – Lunch On Board
The cruise departs from Halong International Port for a joyful journey to discover the beauty of the world heritage Ha Long Bay. Along the way, you will have chance to pass through the grandeur of the legendary bay with thousands of limestone islands such as: Dog Rock, Duck Rock and especially Thumb Rock – a beautiful limestone islet rising from sea water in the shape of a giant thumb. Mother Nature has put Thumb Rock here to send a message of goodness to every passenger cruising in the ancient bay.
Have a Huge – Indian Vegetarian Buffet lunch – Vietnamese Food and International Food.
13:30 – Explore Surprising Cave ( Amazing Cave – Sung Sot Cave )
Stop at Bo Hon Island. Our tour guide will take you to Sung Sot Cave/Surprising Cave, the largest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. After about 200 steps under forest canopy, the entrance of the cave shows up. A paradise of appear in front of you. You will discover the cave in about 45 minutes before getting back to the cruise
(For other tourists whom can’t walk much, you can stay on cruise, chilling out on the sundeck).
14:30 – Titop Island – Titop Beach – Titop Mountian – Swimming – Hiking
Stop at Titop Island. One this small island, you can climb halfway up the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay. Looking down from high above gives you a wonderful sensation; at the same time offers you a spectacular view of every corner of the bay.
Lay on the little white sand beach, go for a swim, or just stay on the boat and relax in Ha Long Bay. You will have time to enjoy sand between your toes. So, relax and take a few moments to reflect on the absolute beauty of this natural wonder of the world.
15:30 – Visit Luon Cave
Then do kayaking or bamboo boat in Luon cavedo disvover the beautiful lagoon.
16:30: Cruising back to Halong International port
Cruising back to Halong International port. There are a lot of time for enjoying sunset party with tea, cakes, sunbathing on upper deck with music and enjoying great fun of group touring fellows among world iconic natural scenery.
17:30 – Get on the bus
Get on the bus to back to Hanoi by Expressway, have a short break from 20-30 miniutes.
20:30 – 21:00 – Arrive in Hanoi.
Our driver will drop you off at your hotel in the Old Quarter. Trip ends.
Notes:
Depending on cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available at the restaurant/bar areas, however, Internet connectivity may be limited due to the geographical condition of the bay. Thank you for your understanding.
* Additional charges
Tour Inclusions:
- Day cruise itinerary and program
- Round-trip shuttle bus/limousine transfer Hanoi – Halong and vice versa as listed in the itinerary
- 01 buffet lunch
- Onboard insurance, and service charges
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
Tour Exclusions:
- VAT
- Airfare & airport transfers
- Visa arrangements
- Accommodation
- Other transportations
- Beverages
- Massage, spa treatments
- Tips and other expenses not mentioned in inclusions
• Original passport
• Shorts and T-shirt or warm clothes in winter (travel light)
• Camera, sunglasses and sun creams
• Cash for drinks (beer, wine) on boat
- Check in on board: 11:30 AM
- Check out: 17:30 PM
- Return Hanoi: 20:45 PM
- Children from 1-4 years old and under 1.2m are free of charge (limited)
- Children from 5-8 years old: 75% of adults
- From 9 years old is charged as an adult
- 2 adults can only accompany 1 child. The second child is charged 50%
- Peak season surcharge: Surcharge VND 200,000/person for 24/12 and 31/12 and Lunar New Year (30 Dec, 1, 2 and 3 Jan in Lunar Calendar). Surcharge VND 150,000/person on 1/1, 10/3 (Lunar March), 30/4, 1/5, 2/9