La Casta Daily Cruise
CRUISE PRICE
$62.00 /pax
Cruise Rating
Rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor
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La Casta Daily Cruise (La Casta Premier): Halong Bay Day Trip with 15-Person Jacuzzi
La Casta Daily Cruise, also sold as La Casta Premier Cruise, is a 99-guest steel day boat launched in 2021 by La Casta Cruise Group. From Tuan Chau it visits Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave and Ti Top Island, with an outdoor jacuzzi for up to 15 guests, a sea-view restaurant, a children’s playground and a sunset party. It is rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor and booked with our Best Price Guarantee.
La Casta Daily Cruise at a glance
| Operator | La Casta Cruise Group (also runs La Casta Cruise, La Casta Regal and La Casta Star overnight cruises) |
| Also known as | La Casta Premier Cruise |
| Launched | 2021 |
| Ship | Steel hull, up to 99 guests |
| Route | Sung Sot Cave – Luon Cave – Ti Top Island (Halong Bay) |
| Time on the bay | About 7.5 hours (check-in 10:00, back at port 17:30–18:00) |
| Departure port | Tuan Chau International Marina (La Casta lounge F17) |
| Food | Lunch on board; special diets on request at least 24 hours ahead |
| On board | Outdoor jacuzzi for 15, sea-view restaurant and bar, honeymoon room, children’s playground, Wi-Fi |
| Transfer | Round-trip shuttle from Hanoi available at extra cost |
| TripAdvisor | Rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor (page shared by La Casta Daily and La Casta Premier) |
| Price | Seasonal, see the live calendar below; Best Price Guarantee |
| Best for | Families with young children, couples, first-time visitors |
| Not ideal for | Travellers who want a pool, Indian food or a very late start |
What Makes La Casta Daily Cruise Different
A jacuzzi big enough for a group
The outdoor jacuzzi on the sundeck fits up to 15 people — larger than most day-boat jacuzzis — so families and friends can relax together after the caves.
Made for families
A children’s playground, a free birthday party and a long 7.5-hour day make it one of the easiest Halong Bay day trips with kids.
Part of an established cruise group
La Casta also runs overnight cruises, so service standards, the Tuan Chau lounge and the crew are those of a full cruise operator.
Who La Casta Daily Cruise Is Best For
Book it if you are
- A family with young children
- A couple on a honeymoon or celebrating a birthday
- A traveller who wants an early start and plenty of time on the bay
Choose another cruise if you want
- An overnight stay with the same operator: La Casta Cruise or La Casta Regal
- Indian food: Halong Heritage Signature
- Halal-certified food: the best halal Halong Bay cruises
La Casta Daily Cruise Itinerary
| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| 07:00 | Pick-up in Hanoi (if transfer booked) |
| 10:00 | Check-in at the La Casta lounge, Tuan Chau |
| 10:30 | Sail past Dog, Duck and Thumb rocks |
| 11:30 | Lunch on board |
| 12:30 | Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, about 200 steps, 45 minutes |
| 14:00 | Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat (30 minutes) |
| 15:00 | Ti Top Island: beach or viewpoint |
| 16:00 | Sunset party on the sundeck |
| 17:30–18:00 | Back at Tuan Chau |
| 20:30–21:00 | Drop-off in Hanoi |
Facilities on La Casta Daily Cruise
| Area | What is there |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | Sea-view dining room and bar |
| Sundeck | Outdoor jacuzzi for up to 15 guests, loungers, sunset party |
| Extras | Honeymoon room, children’s playground, Wi-Fi |
Dining on La Casta Daily Cruise
- Lunch: served on board while cruising.
- Special diets: vegetarian or allergy requests at least 24 hours before departure.
- Indian or halal: not offered — see Halong Heritage Signature and our halal cruise guide.
Getting from Hanoi to La Casta Daily Cruise
Tuan Chau is about 170 km from Hanoi, about 2.5 hours on the expressway. The round-trip shuttle costs extra (about VND 500,000 per person). If you miss the boat, the late transfer or a private speed canoe is at your own cost — so allow time.
La Casta Daily Cruise vs Similar Day Cruises
| Cruise | Budget | Boarding | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Casta Daily | Mid-range | 10:00 | Jacuzzi for 15, kids’ playground, honeymoon room |
| Amethyst | Mid-range | 09:45 | 7.5 hours, jacuzzi, birthday cake |
| Vera | Mid-range | 10:30 | Jacuzzi, generous child policy |
| Carnival | Premium | 10:00–10:30 | Jacuzzi, sundeck lounge, birthday party |
Our view: La Casta Daily Cruise is our pick for families with small children; Amethyst offers a similar long day. Compare all Halong Bay day cruises.
Not to be confused with
La Casta Daily Cruise is the group’s day boat. La Casta Cruise, La Casta Regal and La Casta Star are overnight cruises in Lan Ha Bay. Some agents sell this day trip as a “La Casta Cruise luxury day tour” — check that you are booking the day boat.
Local Expert Notes from Our Hanoi Team
These tips come from more than a decade of arranging Halong Bay trips for international travellers; schedule details are checked against La Casta’s published itinerary.
- Book diets 24 hours ahead — the kitchen needs notice.
- Sung Sot has about 200 steps; strollers are not practical inside the cave.
- Pack a swimsuit for the jacuzzi and Ti Top beach.
- Weather: see the best time to visit Halong Bay.
La Casta Daily Cruise Price 2026
Prices vary by date; see the live calendar below. Every booking is covered by our Best Price Guarantee.
- Included: lunch, sightseeing fees, kayak or bamboo boat, jacuzzi, sunset party, guide, free birthday party.
- Not included: Hanoi transfer, drinks, tips.
- Children: one child under 4 (up to 1.2 m) free; 4–10 years 75%; 11+ full price.
- Cancellation: 20% from 15 days before; 50% at 14–5 days; 75% at 5–2 days; 100% within 48 hours.
- Holidays: surcharges apply on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, Tet and public holidays.
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 La Casta Day Cruise
Highlights
Offering a fun-filled day trip of up to 7,5 hours with many activities, La Casta Daily Cruise is a new and ideal choice for travelers who have limited time to experience the best of Halong Bay, especially friend, couple and family holidays. During the journey, La Casta Daily Cruise will take you in the most beautiful landscapes of the World Heritage Site – Halong bay including Sung Sot Cave, Luon cave, and Titov Island which are included in a 2-day itinerary of other cruises. Together with a dedicated team and a high-quality reliable service, your vacation with La Casta Daily Cruise will be memorable experiences that you won’t easily forget.
07:00AM: Our driver will pick you up in Hanoi Old Quarter area (extra fee). Start a 2.5-hour drive to Tuan Chau Harbor.
10:00: Upon arrival at Tuan Chau harbour, you will check-in and get on board the cruise then starts a trip to discover the World Heritage.
10:30: Enjoy welcome drink. The cruise departs from Tuan Chau harbor 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.
12:00: Have a huge buffet lunch with variety of dishes including seafood and Vietnamese traditional food.
13:00: 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).
14:00: Say goodbye to Sung Sot Cave, cruise heads to Luon Cave. In this area, it’s time for you to heat up with kayaking (about 30 minutes kayaking)
15:00: Stop at Titov Island. On 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.
16:00: After that, you will get back to cruise and ready for our Sunset Party. Vietnamese tea, fresh fruits and snacks will be served when you’re relaxing on the sundeck or in the Jacuzzi.
On the way back, cruise will pass by Hoa Cuong area, one of the most beautiful spots in the bay.
17:30-18:00: Arrive in Tuan Chau port. End of the trip. Thank you for choosing La Casta Daily Cruise for your holiday in Vietnam. See you in the next journey!
Note: Due to operation or weather conditions, itineraries and food may change without prior notice. Thank you for your kind understanding!
Tour Inclusions:
- 7,5 hours trip with La Casta Daily Cruise
- Buffet lunch on boat
- Activities: Cave, kayaking, swimming,
- Sunset party, Jacuzzi
- English/Vietnamese speaking tour guide
- Sightseeing fees (apply for group sharing tour only)
- Free birthday party in sunset party
Tour Exclusions:
- Holiday surcharge
- Taxes
- Shuttle bus/ Limousine Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi: 500.000 VND (20 USD)/person round trip
- Other beverages, tips and personal expenses
- All other services not mentioned clearly in the program
- All cancellations must be received in writing, sent to us via fax or email.
- 15 days before departure date: 20% of total tour price.
- Between 14 and 5 days: 50% of total tour price.
- Between 5 and 2 days: 75% of total tour price
- Less than 48 hours – No Show: Full charge.
- Check in on board: 10:00 AM
- Check out: 17:30 – 18:00
- Return to Hanoi: 20:30 – 21:00
- The FOC rate for only 01 children under 4 years old and 1.2 meter high.
- Children from 4 – 10 will pay an extra 75% of adult rate.
- Children aged 11 and above must pay full fare as an adult.
- Peak season surcharge: Surcharge of $25 per person applies for travel date on 24/12 and 31/12, $15 per person for travel date 1/1, 30/4, 1/5, 2/9 and $10 per person for travel date on Lunar New Year (15-20/1/2026)
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FAQs
La Casta Daily Cruise (La Casta Premier Cruise) is a 99-guest steel Halong Bay day boat launched in 2021, with a 15-person jacuzzi and a children’s playground. Compare it on Halong Bay day cruises.
Yes, it is the same day boat sold under both names. Read more about this La Casta day trip in Halong Bay.
No. La Casta Cruise is an overnight ship in Lan Ha Bay from the same group; La Casta Daily Cruise is the day boat.
Check in at 10:00, sail at 10:30, lunch at 11:30, then Sung Sot Cave (12:30), Luon Cave (14:00) and Ti Top Island (15:00), with a sunset party at 16:00.
About 7.5 hours on the bay, returning to Tuan Chau at 17:30–18:00. See this La Casta day trip in Halong Bay.
No, the round-trip shuttle costs about VND 500,000 per person extra. Book it with us via our contact page.
Yes, an outdoor jacuzzi for up to 15 guests on the sundeck. You can also swim at Ti Top Island.
Yes. It has a children’s playground, one child under 4 travels free, and 4–10 pay 75%. More family tips in our FAQs.
Yes, if requested at least 24 hours before departure. For Indian food see Halong Heritage Signature.
No. Read our guide to halal Halong Bay cruises.
Its own listing is rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor. Compare on Halong Bay day cruises.
Rates depend on date; see the live calendar on this page or compare on Halong Bay day cruises.
Yes. Find the same La Casta day trip in Halong Bay with the same date and inclusions for less and we match it via our contact page.
20% from 15 days before, 50% at 14–5 days, 75% at 5–2 days and 100% within 48 hours. Weather rules are in our FAQs.
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.
