La Casta Daily Cruise
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$62.00 /pax
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La Casta Daily Cruise Halong Bay: Top 8-Hour Day Cruise Review 2026
La Casta Daily Cruise Halong Bay Overview
La Casta Daily Cruise (also marketed on some platforms as La Casta Premier Cruise, the same vessel) is a premium day cruise sailing through Halong Bay from Tuan Chau International Marina, part of the La Casta Cruise Group fleet. This steel-built, 5-star-standard day boat covers Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave and Titov Island in a single 7.5–8 hour trip — no overnight stay required. Rated among the top Halong Bay day cruises, La Casta Daily Cruise is rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor.
Quick facts: 7.5–8 hour day trip • departs Tuan Chau International Marina at 10:00 • steel-built, 5-star deluxe design • visits Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave & Titov Island • buffet lunch + sunset Jacuzzi party • 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor.

Unlike its sister overnight ships La Casta Cruise and La Casta Regal Cruise, which sail into Lan Ha Bay for a 2 or 3-day voyage, La Casta Daily Cruise is designed for travellers who want to experience the highlights of Halong Bay’s UNESCO World Heritage scenery in a single day. The route covers three of the bay’s most famous stops: Sung Sot Cave, kayaking or bamboo boating at Luon Cave, and a panoramic climb on Ti Top Island, finishing with a sunset party and outdoor Jacuzzi back on board.
Facilities & Onboard Experience
La Casta Daily Cruise is a modern, steel-built day boat with a sea-view dining area and an open-air sundeck. Guests can relax in the outdoor Jacuzzi during the return leg of the trip while the crew serves Vietnamese tea, fresh fruit and snacks.

Onboard Facilities
- Outdoor Jacuzzi on the sundeck (capacity up to 15 guests)
- Sea-view restaurant & bar
- Open-air sundeck with lounge seating
- Free high-speed WiFi
- Pick-up bus service available
Itinerary & Activities
La Casta Daily Cruise follows a single fixed-route itinerary, departing and returning to Tuan Chau International Marina the same day.
Full-Day Itinerary: Tuan Chau – Sung Sot Cave – Luon Cave – Ti Top Island
Check in and board at Tuan Chau harbour at 10:00, then enjoy a welcome drink as the cruise departs, passing Thumb Rock islet along the way. A buffet lunch of seafood and Vietnamese dishes is served around 11:30. At 12:30 the cruise stops at Bo Hon Island for a roughly 45-minute visit to Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest and most striking caves in Halong Bay (guests who prefer not to walk can stay onboard and relax on the sundeck). Around 14:00 the cruise moves to Luon Cave for about 30 minutes of kayaking or bamboo boating, then stops at Ti Top Island near 15:00 for a climb to the viewpoint and time on the beach. From 16:00 the cruise heads back towards Tuan Chau via the scenic Hoa Cuong area, with a sunset party, Jacuzzi and snacks served on the way. The trip ends back at Tuan Chau port around 17:30–18:00.

Onboard & Shore Activities
- Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave) exploration
- Kayaking or bamboo boat at Luon Cave
- Climbing and beach time on Ti Top Island
- Sunset party with outdoor Jacuzzi


Dining & Culinary Experience
La Casta Daily Cruise serves a buffet lunch featuring fresh seafood and traditional Vietnamese dishes, prepared by the onboard chef. On the return leg, guests are served Vietnamese tea, fresh fruit and snacks during the sunset party. Other beverages are available at the bar but not included in the tour price.
Transportation from Hanoi
La Casta Daily Cruise departs from Tuan Chau International Marina in Ha Long City, with check-in at 10:00. Shuttle bus or limousine transfer between Hanoi and Tuan Chau is not included in the tour price and can be arranged for an additional fee — contact us for current rates and pick-up areas.
Factsheet
Port Location: Tuan Chau International Marina, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province.
Check-in: 10:00 AM at Tuan Chau harbour.
Trip Duration: Approx. 7.5–8 hours, returning to Tuan Chau around 17:30–18:00.
Launched: 2021.
Passenger Capacity: Up to 99 guests.
Overall Information: Steel-built day cruise, 5-star deluxe design, La Casta Cruise Group. Also marketed as La Casta Premier Cruise.
Contact: Contact Halong Tour Expert to check availability and current rates — Best Price Guarantee, book direct with local experts.
Why Choose La Casta Daily Cruise
- One of the top Halong Bay day cruises, covering Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave and Ti Top Island in a single well-paced 7.5–8 hour trip.
- No overnight stay required — ideal for travellers with limited time or a short stopover in Halong Bay.
- Buffet lunch, sunset party and outdoor Jacuzzi included in the day’s programme.
- Rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor.
- Best Price Guarantee — book your La Casta Daily Cruise directly with Halong Tour Expert for the best available rate.
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- 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)