Iris Day Cruise Halong Bay
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Iris Day Cruise Halong Bay: Boutique 99-Guest Day Trip with Jacuzzi & Sundeck Stage
Iris Day Cruise is a 99-guest boutique day boat launched in 2023 by Legacy Voyages Vietnam, with an Indochine-style glass-walled design. From Halong International Cruise Port it visits Luon Cave, Sung Sot Cave and Ti Top Island, then winds down with canapés, a DJ and a four-season jacuzzi on a 300 m² sundeck. Legacy Voyages is rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor, and our Best Price Guarantee applies.
Iris Day Cruise at a glance
| Operator | Legacy Voyages Vietnam (also runs Dolphin and Jasmine cruises) |
| Launched | 2023 |
| Ship | Indochine-style design with glass walls, 3 decks, up to 99 guests |
| Route | Luon Cave – Sung Sot Cave – Ti Top Island (Halong Bay) |
| Time on the bay | About 6 hours (check-in 10:30–11:00, back 16:30–17:00) |
| Departure port | Halong International Cruise Port, Bai Chay (electric cart to the ship included) |
| Food | Buffet for 30+ guests or set menu for smaller groups; lobster at extra cost; vegetarian and vegan on request |
| On board | Four-season jacuzzi, 300 m² sundeck with stage, 2 restaurants (70 and 40 seats), bar with DJ, piano band |
| Transfer | Limousine or shuttle from Hanoi at extra cost |
| TripAdvisor | Rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor (Legacy Voyages Vietnam brand page, operator of Iris) |
| Price | Seasonal, see the live calendar below; Best Price Guarantee |
| Best for | Couples and small groups who like a stylish, intimate boat |
| Not ideal for | Travellers who want a pool or Indian food |
What Makes Iris Day Cruise Different
Indochine style and glass walls
The glass-walled design and Indochine interiors give wide views from both restaurants — a calmer, more stylish feel than big party ships.
Sundeck stage, DJ and jacuzzi
A 300 m² sundeck with a stage, a DJ bar and a four-season jacuzzi host the late-afternoon canapé party.
Live piano at lunch
The second-floor restaurant has a piano band, and lobster can be added to your lunch for a special occasion.
Who Iris Day Cruise Is Best For
Book it if you are
- A couple looking for a stylish, smaller boat
- A traveller celebrating with lobster and music
- A group that wants an earlier return to Hanoi
Choose another cruise if you want
- A big pool from the same operator: Dolphin Halong Bay Day Cruise
- Indian food: Halong Heritage Signature
- A pool on a 99-guest boat: Ambrose Day Cruise
Iris Day Cruise Itinerary
| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| 07:00–07:45 | Pick-up in Hanoi (if transfer booked) |
| 10:30–11:00 | Check-in at Halong International Cruise Port, electric cart to the ship |
| 11:30–13:00 | Lunch with live piano |
| 13:00–13:45 | Luon Cave by kayak, sampan or rowing boat |
| 13:45–14:45 | Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave |
| 14:45–15:30 | Ti Top Island: beach or viewpoint |
| 15:30–16:30 | Canapés, DJ and jacuzzi on the sundeck |
| 16:30–17:00 | Back at port |
| Around 20:00 | Drop-off in Hanoi |
Decks & Facilities on Iris Day Cruise
| Deck | What is there |
|---|---|
| Deck 1 | Restaurant for 70 |
| Deck 2 | Restaurant for 40 with piano band |
| Sundeck | About 300 m², stage, DJ bar, four-season jacuzzi |
Dining on Iris Day Cruise
- Lunch: buffet for 30 or more guests, set menu for smaller groups.
- Upgrades: lobster and special main courses at extra cost.
- Vegetarian and vegan: request in advance.
- Indian or halal: not offered — see Halong Heritage Signature and our halal cruise guide.
Getting from Hanoi to Iris Day Cruise
Bai Chay is about 170 km from Hanoi. A limousine or shuttle can be added at extra cost; pick-up is 07:00–07:45 for the 10:30 check-in. The electric cart from the port terminal to the ship is included.
Iris Day Cruise vs Similar Day Cruises
| Cruise | Budget | Guests | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iris | Premium | 99 | Indochine design, sundeck stage, jacuzzi, piano |
| Dolphin | Premium | 450 | Sister ship, 200 m² pool, Kids’ Club |
| Carnival | Premium | 99 | Rooftop jacuzzi, birthday party |
| Ambrose | Mid-range | 99 | Infinity pool, same port |
Our view: choose Iris Day Cruise for style and an earlier finish; Dolphin for families wanting a pool. Compare all Halong Bay day cruises.
Not to be confused with
Iris Day Cruise’s sister ship “Jasmine” is not Heritage Line’s Jasmine on the Mekong, and Iris is unrelated to other boats using the Iris name.
Local Expert Notes from Our Hanoi Team
These tips come from more than a decade of arranging Halong Bay trips for international travellers.
- Kayak or sampan at Luon Cave costs a small extra fee (about VND 100,000).
- Order lobster in advance for birthdays or anniversaries.
- Early finish: back in Hanoi around 20:00 — good for an evening flight the next day.
- Weather: see the best time to visit Halong Bay.
Iris Day Cruise Price 2026
Prices vary by date and transfer; see the live calendar below. Every booking is covered by our Best Price Guarantee.
- Included: lunch, sightseeing fees, electric cart, jacuzzi, canapés, guide.
- Not included: Hanoi transfer, kayak or sampan (about VND 100,000), lobster upgrades, drinks.
- Children: under 2 free; 2–4 years VND 300,000; 5–11 years 75%; 12+ adult price.
- Cancellation: free 21+ days before; 30% at 11–20 days; 50% at 7–10 days; 100% within 7 days.
Questions? WhatsApp our Hanoi team on +84 886 261 368. More answers are in the FAQs below.
Cruise Inquiry
- Hanoi - Halong Bay Tour 1 Day by Iris Day Cruise
Be proud of the leading luxury & entertainment cruise in Halong Bay, Iris Cruise is designed as floating theater on the heritage Halong bay. With stage on the sundeck and a state-of-the-art outdoor sound and light system, Iris Cruise brings lavish music parties, awakening all senses and affirming its international class.
07:00 – 07:45: Guests, who book IRIS’s limousine transfer service (*extra charge), will be picked up at hotel lobby in Hanoi Old Quarter or at our picked-up point in Hanoi to depart to Halong.
Morning
7:00 – 7:45: If you choose to avail of limousine transfer service (book in the next step with an additional fee), you will be picked up either at their hotel lobby in Hanoi Old Quarter or at a designated pick-up point in Hanoi.
From there, you will be transported to Halong International Cruise Port for check-in at 10:30 and embark on the Iris Cruise. Upon boarding, you receive a welcome drink and attend a short briefing by the cruise manager regarding safety regulations and the trip schedule.
As this ship cruises to Halong Bay, a buffet lunch will be served (*Set menu will be served for under 30 guests).
Afternoon
Then, have an exploration of Sung Sot Cave, known for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites with unique shapes.
Later, you will cruise to Luon Cave, one of the most unique caves in Halong Bay featuring the self-contained lake inside a closed arch-shaped mountain, which is the best place for kayaking or sampan boating (*Extra charge: 100.000 VND/pax).
Afterward, visit Titop Island, which is known for its natural beauty and picturesque beach. Let’s take time to immerse yourself in the crystal sea or hike to the top of the mountain.
As the cruise continues, guests can enjoy live music on the sundeck, accompanied by delicious canapés, or relax in the onboard jacuzzi pool.
The cruise will eventually return to the harbor at around 17:00, marking the end of the trip. It’s time to disembark.
Our shuttle bus (book with an additional fee) will wait for you and bring you back to Hanoi from 19:30 – 20:00.
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Tour Inclusions:
- Day cruise on Ha Long Bay
- 01 lunch (buffet/set menu – buffet served if over 30 guests)
- Welcome drink & cold towel
- Sightseeing program with entrance fees & basic insurance
- English/Vietnamese-speaking onboard guide
- Bar, background DJ music
- Onboard recreational amenities
- Sunset canapé party
- Roundtrip electric cart transfer from the pier to cruise
- 24/7 customer service
- VAT and service charge
Tour Exclusions:
- Transportation to/from Ha Long (available on request)
- Beverages
- Kayak: 100,000 VND/kayak/person/turn
- Rowing boat: 100,000 VND/person/turn
- Tips and other services not mentioned above
Children Policy
- Under 2 years old: free of charge
- From 2 – 4 years old: Surcharge 300,000VND/child
- From 5 – 11 years old: Surcharge 75% of the price for an adult
- From 12 years old: As adult
Cancellation Policy
- More than 21 days before check-in: FREE of charge
- From 11 to 20 days before check-in: 30% of total rates
- From 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
- Less than 7 days before check-in & no Show: 100% of total rates
If the cancellation be announced by the Management Board of Halong Bay, depend on the timing of the cancellation, following policies will be applied:
- Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (none of the services has been used): 100% refund.
- During the trip (some services have been used: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
- The trip be cut down from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged a 2 days/1 night trip, plus other used services, the rest will be refunded.
- The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
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FAQs
Iris Day Cruise is a 99-guest boutique Halong Bay day boat launched in 2023 by Legacy Voyages Vietnam, with Indochine design, a jacuzzi and a sundeck stage. Compare it on Halong Bay day cruises.
Check in at 10:30–11:00, lunch at 11:30, then Luon Cave (13:00), Sung Sot Cave (13:45) and Ti Top Island (14:45), with canapés and jacuzzi time before returning at 16:30–17:00.
From Halong International Cruise Port in Bai Chay, with an electric cart to the ship. Read more on this Iris day trip in Halong Bay.
Yes, a four-season jacuzzi on the 300 m² sundeck. You can also swim at Ti Top Island.
Yes, on advance request. For Indian food see Halong Heritage Signature.
No. Read our guide to halal Halong Bay cruises.
No, a limousine or shuttle can be added. Book via our contact page.
Kayak, sampan or rowing boat at Luon Cave costs about VND 100,000 extra. See this Iris day trip in Halong Bay.
The Legacy Voyages fleet listing is rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor. Compare on Halong Bay day cruises.
Rates depend on date and transfer; see the live calendar on this page or compare on Halong Bay day cruises.
Yes. Find the same Iris day trip with the same date and inclusions for less and we match it via our contact page.
Free 21+ days before departure, 30% at 11–20 days, 50% at 7–10 days and 100% within 7 days. Weather rules are in our FAQs.
Yes. Under 2 travel free, 2–4 pay VND 300,000, 5–11 pay 75% and 12+ pay the adult price. More in our FAQs.
Yes, both are run by Legacy Voyages Vietnam. Dolphin is the larger ship with a 200 m² pool.
If the authorities close the bay for a storm, we offer a new date or a refund under the operator’s policy. See the best time to visit Halong Bay.
