Pamela Day Cruise
CRUISE PRICE
$46.00 /pax
Cruise Rating
Rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor
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Pamela Day Cruise: Halong Bay Day Trip with a Heart-Shaped Sundeck Pool
Pamela Day Cruise is a 99-guest day boat launched in 2023 that sails from the modern Halong International Cruise Port in Bai Chay. It visits Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave and Ti Top Island, and its heart-shaped pool on the sundeck, two bars and seafood buffet make it a fun “pool” day cruise from the modern Bai Chay port. It is rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor (Travelers’ Choice 2026), and our Best Price Guarantee applies.
Pamela Day Cruise at a glance
| Launched | 2023 |
| Ship | Up to 99 guests, restaurant decks and sundeck |
| Route | Sung Sot Cave – Luon Cave – Ti Top Island (Halong Bay) |
| Time on the bay | About 7 hours (boarding 10:30, back at port around 17:15–17:30) |
| Departure port | Halong International Cruise Port, Bai Chay (check-in Lot 25, terminal 1st floor) |
| Food | Seafood buffet; vegetarian set menu on advance request |
| On board | Heart-shaped pool on the sundeck, 2 bars, restaurants, Wi-Fi |
| Transfer | Hanoi shuttle can be added |
| TripAdvisor | Rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor |
| Price | Seasonal, see the live calendar below; Best Price Guarantee |
| Best for | Couples and friends who want a swim on board |
| Not ideal for | Travellers who need halal or Indian food |
What Makes Pamela Day Cruise Different
A pool on a 99-guest boat
Pools are usually found on premium day ships. Pamela Day Cruise offers a heart-shaped pool on its sundeck on a mid-size 99-guest boat — perfect for a dip after the caves.
Modern port, early boarding
It departs from Halong International Cruise Port at Bai Chay, boarding at 10:30 for a full afternoon on the bay.
Two bars and a sunset party
Two bars and a 15:30 sunset party on the sundeck give the day a relaxed, social finish.
Who Pamela Day Cruise Is Best For
Book it if you are
- A couple or group of friends who want a swim on board
- A traveller who wants a pool on a smaller boat
- A first-timer who wants the classic sights
Choose another cruise if you want
- An infinity pool on a newer ship: Ambrose Day Cruise
- Indian food: Halong Heritage Signature
- Halal-certified food: the best halal Halong Bay cruises
Pamela Day Cruise Itinerary
| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| 07:50–08:00 | Pick-up in Hanoi (if shuttle booked) |
| 10:00 | Check-in at Lot 25, Halong International Cruise Port |
| 10:30 | Boarding and welcome |
| 11:15 | Seafood buffet lunch |
| 12:15 | Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave |
| 13:30 | Luon Cave by kayak or canoe |
| 14:30 | Ti Top Island: beach or viewpoint |
| 15:30 | Sunset party on the sundeck, pool time |
| 17:15–17:30 | Back at port |
| About 20:30 | Drop-off in Hanoi |
Facilities on Pamela Day Cruise
| Area | What is there |
|---|---|
| Sundeck | Heart-shaped pool, loungers, sunset party |
| Inside | Restaurants and 2 bars, Wi-Fi |
Dining on Pamela Day Cruise
- Lunch: seafood buffet.
- Vegetarian: a vegetarian set menu if requested in advance.
- Halal: not offered — see our halal cruise guide.
- Indian food: see Halong Heritage Signature.
Getting from Hanoi to Pamela Day Cruise
Bai Chay is about 170 km from Hanoi. Add the shuttle (about US$19 return) when booking, or travel independently and check in at Lot 25 by 10:00.
Pamela Day Cruise vs Other Day Cruises with a Pool
| Cruise | Budget | Guests | Pool |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pamela | Premium | 99 | Heart-shaped sundeck pool |
| Ambrose | Mid-range | 99 | Infinity pool, new in 2025 |
| Hera Luxury | Premium | 200 | Pool, water slide, Lan Ha Bay |
| Dolphin | Premium | 600 | 200 m² pool, jacuzzi |
Our view: Pamela Day Cruise suits travellers who want a pool and the Bai Chay port; Ambrose offers an infinity pool at a lower price and Hera adds a water slide. Compare all Halong Bay day cruises.
Not to be confused with
Pamela Day Cruise is not Peony, Paradise or Pelican cruises. Check the name Pamela when comparing offers.
Local Expert Notes from Our Hanoi Team
These tips come from more than a decade of arranging Halong Bay trips for international travellers.
- Pack swimwear for the pool and Ti Top beach.
- Request vegetarian meals when booking, not on board.
- Check-in is at Bai Chay, not Tuan Chau — make sure your driver knows.
- Weather: see the best time to visit Halong Bay.
Pamela 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: buffet lunch, entrance fees, kayak or canoe, pool, sunset party, guide.
- Not included: Hanoi shuttle unless selected, drinks, tips.
- Children: one child under 4 free; 4–9 years 75%; 10+ full price.
- Holidays: VND 200,000 per person on public holidays and VND 250,000 at Tet.
Questions? WhatsApp our Hanoi team on +84 88 626 1368. More answers are in the FAQs below.
Pamela Day Cruise
Price: $46 - 81 USD
pax m2
| Option | Transfer | Price / adult |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise only | Meet the cruise at Halong International Cruise Port, about 10:30 | US$46 |
| Cruise + shuttle bus | Round trip from Hanoi Old Quarter by shared shuttle bus | US$69 |
Kayak or bamboo boat at the caves is included. Transfer prices are the cruise’s own rates, with no mark-up. Prices may vary by season and travel date – contact us for the best price.
High season (1 April – 15 August): US$54 cruise only, US$81 with the Hanoi shuttle bus.
Cruise Inquiry
- Hanoi - Halong Bay Tour 1 Day by Pamela Day Cruise
07:50 – 08:00AM: Our driver will pick you up at your hotel then depart for about 03 hours bus ride through the country side of the Red River Delta to Halong City. On the way, you will see water buffaloes, paddy fields (rice transplanting time: February and June) and daily Vietnamese farmer life are on both sides of the way.
10:00: You will move to and check in at Lot 25, 1st Floor, Terminal – Halong International Cruise Port, Bai Chay Ward, Halong City.
10:30: You will board the ship to enjoy a welcome drink and the majestic beauty of thousands of stunning pristine limestone islands floating in the heart of Halong Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You also have a chance to admire the Halong City iconic from the sea as Bai Chay Bridge, Bai Tho Moutain, Sun Wheel, Bai Chay Old Lighthouse, Bai Chay Beach, etc.
11:15: You will enjoy a fresh seafood buffet lunch from the famous Halong Bay with traditional Vietnamese dishes while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating nature of Ha Long Bay- World Natural Heritage.
12:15: Exploring Sung Sot cave – a place containing many historical relics over millions of years, the most beautiful and largest cave in Halong Bay. You will feel the fantastic beauty when visiting the cave with the fabulous colorful stalactites that nature has bestowed on this place.
13:30: Visit Luon Cave – a cave with a unique structure in the shape of a closed arc with a blue lake, this is the most ideal place to satisfy your passion for kayaking or canoeing, a top place that visitors should not miss.
14:30: Spend time experiencing the beach on Ti Top Island – Ti Top beach is shaped like a moon hugging the foot of the island and swim in the cool blue water of FOUR seasons, sunbathe on the fine white sand, or climb to the top of Ti Top to see the panoramic view of beautiful Halong Bay.
15:30: Return to the ship for the Sunset Party, relax in the mini pool on the sundeck, enjoy snacks, and sip a drink to watch the beautiful sunset tenderly, poetically to peace over Halong Bay. Relaxing on the sun deck or photo hunting while the cruise goes passing hundred of islets with variety of shapes.
17:15: At the end of the journey to explore Halong Bay, the ship cruises to Halong International Cruise Port to bring you to the mainland. Thank you very much! See you again!
* Itinerary and time may change without prior notice depending on force majeure, weather conditions, or policies of Halong Bay Management Board.
– Halong Bay full day tour itinerary.
– Entrance fees
– Welcome drink upon boarding the cruise.
– Kayaking and Bamboo boats.
– Premium buffet lunch.
– Fresh fruits and snacks at Sunset Party.
– Birthday party (free upon request).
– Outdoor pool area.
– Relaxation area on the deck.
– Free Wifi, Internet.
Choose how you join the cruise (price per adult). Pamela Cruise has two seasons:
| Option | 1 Jan – 31 Mar & 16 Aug – 31 Dec | 1 Apr – 15 Aug |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise only (meet at Halong International Cruise Port, about 10:30) | US$46 | US$54 |
| Cruise + round-trip shared shuttle bus from Hanoi Old Quarter | US$69 | US$81 |
- Pick-up from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter at about 07:50 – 08:00; about 3 hours by road
- Transfer prices are the cruise’s own rates, with no mark-up
| Age | Price |
|---|---|
| Under 5 years (under 1.2 m) | Free for up to 2 children per booking; from the 3rd child US$15 |
| 5 – 9 years | 75% of the adult price |
| 10 years and over | Adult price |
Age is counted by year of birth. Baby porridge and milk can be brought on board free of charge; birthday parties are free on request.
Cancellation charges on Pamela Day Cruise depend on the number of cabins (or seats) and how many days before departure you cancel; small bookings can usually be cancelled free of charge until a few days before departure. We send the full terms with your booking confirmation. If the bay authority closes the bay for bad weather, the trip is rescheduled or refunded.
The surcharges below apply per guest on top of the cruise price:
| Occasion | Surcharge per guest |
|---|---|
| Lunar New Year (30th day of the 12th lunar month to the 3rd day of Tet) | US$13 |
| 1 January, 30 April, 1 May and 2 September | US$10 |
There is no weekend surcharge.
– Beverages, surcharge fee bring food and drink on board.
– Surcharge for holidays, Tet.
– VAT.
– Massage & Spa Services.
– Airplane tickets and transportation from the airport.
– Transportation Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi.
– VISA.
– Other personal expenses.
- Check-in on board: 10:00 AM
- Back at the marina: 6:00 PM
- Back in Hanoi (with transfer): about 8:30 PM
- See the Children Policy and Special Occasions Surcharge sections above for current child prices and holiday surcharges
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FAQs
Pamela Day Cruise is a 99-guest Halong Bay day boat launched in 2023 with a heart-shaped sundeck pool, sailing from Bai Chay. Compare it on Halong Bay day cruises.
Yes, a heart-shaped pool on the sundeck. Read more on this Pamela day trip in Halong Bay.
Check in at 10:00, board at 10:30, lunch at 11:15, then Sung Sot Cave (12:15), Luon Cave (13:30) and Ti Top Island (14:30), with a sunset party at 15:30.
From Halong International Cruise Port in Bai Chay, checking in at Lot 25 on the terminal’s first floor. Ask via our contact page.
No, the shuttle can be added for about US$19 return. Book it via our contact page.
Yes, a vegetarian set menu if requested in advance. For Indian food see Halong Heritage Signature.
No, halal food is not offered. Read our guide to halal Halong Bay cruises.
Its listing is rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor with a Travelers’ Choice 2026 award. Compare on Halong Bay day cruises.
Up to 99 guests. See other sizes on our day cruise list.
Rates depend on date and transfer; see the live calendar on this page or compare on Halong Bay day cruises.
Yes. Find the same Pamela day trip in Halong Bay with the same date and inclusions for less and we match it via our contact page.
Yes, VND 200,000 per person on public holidays and VND 250,000 at Tet. See our month-by-month guide.
Yes. One child under 4 travels free, 4–9 pay 75% and 10+ pay full price. More 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.
Back at port around 17:15–17:30 and in Hanoi around 20:30 with the shuttle. Compare in day cruise vs overnight cruise.
