Queen Day Cruise
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$66.00 /pax
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Queen Day Cruise Halong Bay: 8-Hour Day Trip with a Rooftop 4D Photo Studio
Queen Day Cruise is a three-deck day yacht launched in 2021 that offers a long eight-hour day from Tuan Chau and a rooftop “4D virtual studio” for photos. It visits Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave and Ti Top Island, serves a seafood, Asian and European buffet, and includes afternoon tea and a bilingual English–Chinese guide. It is rated 5.0/5 on TripAdvisor, and our Best Price Guarantee applies.
Queen Day Cruise at a glance
| Launched | 2021 |
| Ship | 3-deck yacht, 2 restaurants, 2 bars |
| Route | Sung Sot Cave – Luon Cave – Ti Top Island (Halong Bay) |
| Time on the bay | About 7 hours (at port 09:30–10:00, back at the pier 17:00–17:15) |
| Departure port | Tuan Chau International Port, Ha Long |
| Food | Seafood, Asian and European buffet (set menu for 20 guests or fewer); afternoon tea |
| On board | Rooftop sundeck with 4D virtual photo studio, European-style lobby, 2 bars |
| Guide | English and Chinese |
| Transfer | 9–11-seat or 18-seat limousine from Hanoi at extra cost |
| Price | Seasonal, see the live calendar below; Best Price Guarantee |
| Best for | Photo lovers, Chinese-speaking groups, travellers who want a long day |
| Not ideal for | Travellers who want a jacuzzi, pool or Indian food |
What Makes Queen Day Cruise Different
A rooftop photo studio
The rooftop sundeck has a 4D virtual studio with props such as a “Heaven’s Gate”, a surfboard and a rattan bridge — a fun extra for Instagram-style photos with the bay behind you.
A long, unhurried day
Arriving at the port at 09:30–10:00, Queen Day Cruise gives you about seven hours on the water, passing Stone Dog, Incense Burner and Fighting Cock islets and the Hoa Cuong area.
Bilingual guiding and clear transfer prices
Guides speak English and Chinese, and limousine transfers are priced per seat, so groups can plan their budget easily.
Who Queen Day Cruise Is Best For
Book it if you are
- A traveller who loves photography
- A Chinese-speaking family or group
- A first-timer who wants a long day with the classic stops
Choose another cruise if you want
- A jacuzzi: Halong Heritage Luxury
- A pool: Ambrose Day Cruise
- Indian food: Halong Heritage Signature
Queen Day Cruise Itinerary
| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| 07:00–07:30 | Pick-up in Hanoi (if transfer booked) |
| 09:30–10:00 | Arrive at Tuan Chau International Port, welcome drink |
| Morning | Cruise past Stone Dog, Incense Burner and Fighting Cock islets |
| Midday | Buffet lunch |
| Afternoon | Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave |
| Afternoon | Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat |
| Late afternoon | Ti Top Island: beach or viewpoint |
| Before sunset | Afternoon tea on the rooftop |
| 17:00–17:15 | Back at the pier |
| 19:00–20:00 | Drop-off in Hanoi |
Decks & Facilities on Queen Day Cruise
| Deck | What is there |
|---|---|
| Deck 1 | Restaurant with buffet counter |
| Deck 2 | Bar and dining area |
| Deck 3 (rooftop) | Sundeck with 4D virtual photo studio |
Dining on Queen Day Cruise
- Lunch: seafood, Asian and European buffet; set menu if 20 guests or fewer.
- Afternoon tea: included.
- Vegetarian: ask us when booking.
- Indian or halal: not offered — see Halong Heritage Signature and our halal cruise guide.
Getting from Hanoi to Queen Day Cruise
Tuan Chau is about 170 km from Hanoi. Transfers are not included: a 9–11-seat limousine costs about VND 500,000 per person return and an 18-seat limousine about VND 400,000.
Queen Day Cruise vs Similar Day Cruises
| Cruise | Budget | Guests | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen | Mid-range | 99 | Rooftop 4D studio, 8-hour day, English–Chinese guide |
| Amethyst | Mid-range | 99 | Early start, jacuzzi |
| La Casta Daily | Mid-range | 99 | Jacuzzi for 15, kids’ playground |
| Vera | Mid-range | 99 | Jacuzzi, family rates |
Our view: choose Queen Day Cruise for photos and a long day; pick Amethyst or La Casta Daily if a jacuzzi matters. Compare all Halong Bay day cruises.
Not to be confused with
Agents also sell this trip as “Queen Luxury Day Cruise” or “Queen Cruise”. It is unrelated to other boats with Queen, Royal or Palace in their names.
Local Expert Notes from Our Hanoi Team
These tips come from more than a decade of arranging Halong Bay trips for international travellers.
- Charge your phone — the rooftop studio is made for photos.
- Book the limousine with us to keep the 09:30 arrival stress-free.
- Wear trainers for Sung Sot Cave and the Ti Top climb.
- Weather: see the best time to visit Halong Bay.
Queen Day Cruise Price 2026
Prices vary by date; see the live calendar below. Every booking is covered by our Best Price Guarantee.
- Included: lunch, welcome drink, afternoon tea, kayak or bamboo boat, entrance fees, insurance, English–Chinese guide.
- Not included: transfers, drinks, VAT.
- Children: one child under 4 free; 5–10 years 75%; 11+ 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.
Queen Day Cruise
Price: $66 USD
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LIMOUSINE BUS HANOI – HALONG – HANOI
- Dcar Limousine (9 seats and 11 seats): 500.000đ/pax/2 ways
- Fuso Limousine (18 seats): 400.000đ/pax/2 ways
Note: Pick up and drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Cruise Inquiry
- Hanoi - Halong Bay Tour 1 Day by Queen Day Cruise
For those who use the transfer service (book in the next step with an additional fee), be ready to get picked up at around 7:00 – 7:30 and transfer to Halong Bay.
09:30 – 10:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau International Port, do the check-in procedure, and then get on Queen Luxury Cruise.
You will be welcomed with a fresh complimentary drink while listening to the cruise briefing.
Witness the most beautiful spots on Ha Long Bay, such as Heaven Gate, Dog Stone Islet, Dinh Huong Islet, and Ga Choi Islet, while the cruise is sailing to Sung Sot Cave.
Then, you will have a buffet lunch at the luxury restaurant on board with unique seafood dishes.
Note: If the cruises have only 20 guests or fewer, the restaurants will serve a suitable set menu.
Follow the tour guide to explore Sung Sot Cave – one of the most beautiful and widest caves in the cave complex of Ha Long Bay. Time to learn about the area’s history and take many beautiful pictures of the colorful stalactites & stalagmites.
Continue visiting Luon Cave by kayaking or getting on a bamboo boat rowed by locals. The cave is a perfect combination of natural features like rocky cliffs and clear sea waters with high biodiversity. Explore this place; you can see a variety of plants, such as ferns, cycads, and many beautiful orchids.
Take a trip to Titop Island and go swimming in the emerald water. You can also climb to the island’s peak to admire the panoramic view of Ha Long Bay, with thousands of limestone peaks rising from the blue water.
Afterward, return to Queen Cruise for a pleasant tea Party with cakes, fresh fruits, and fruit juice. Take your time to relax under the glorious sunset on the sundeck while the boat sails back to the mainland.
17:00 – 17:15: Return to the pier and get in the transfer car for the ride back to Hanoi.
Arrival at your hotel in Hanoi around 19:00 – 20:00. Trip ends.
Tour Inclusions:
- Modern facilities, luxury deck, air conditioning, TV, internet in restaurant area.
- Welcome drink
- Experienced and enthusiastic English and Chinese speaking tour guide
- Lunch on board
- Kayak/Canoe Tour of the Bay
- Afternoon tea, fruit and pastries
- Onboard insurance and service charges are included in the cruise program.
- Entrance and tour fees to the Bay
Tour Exclusions:
- Limousine bus pick up and drop off passengers in Hanoi Old Quarter area
- Drinks, Tips and Personal Expenses
- Visa, airfare and hotel
- All services not mentioned in “Included” section
- VAT
Cancellation by Customer
• 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
Cancellation due to bad weather
• 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!
- Children under 04 years old: Free of charge (max 1 FOC/ booking)
- Children 5 to 10 years old: Charge 75% rate of adult
- Children from 11 years old and above: full charged as an adult
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FAQs
Queen Day Cruise is a three-deck Halong Bay day yacht launched in 2021, with a rooftop 4D photo studio and an eight-hour day from Tuan Chau. Compare it on Halong Bay day cruises.
A rooftop photo set with props such as a Heaven’s Gate, surfboard and rattan bridge. Read more on this Queen day trip in Halong Bay.
Arrive at Tuan Chau at 09:30–10:00, cruise past famous islets, lunch, then Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave and Ti Top Island, with afternoon tea before returning at 17:00–17:15.
About eight hours from port arrival to return, or roughly 12–13 hours from Hanoi. See this Queen day trip in Halong Bay.
No. A 9–11-seat limousine costs about VND 500,000 per person return and an 18-seat one about VND 400,000. Book via our contact page.
Yes, guides speak English and Chinese. Tell us your language when booking via our contact page.
Vegetarian dishes can be arranged on request. For Indian food see Halong Heritage Signature.
No. Read our guide to halal Halong Bay cruises.
Its 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 Queen 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. One child under 4 travels free, 5–10 pay 75% and 11+ pay the adult price. More in our FAQs.
No. For a jacuzzi see Halong Heritage Luxury or La Casta Daily.
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.
