Halong Sen Day Cruise Halong Bay
About Cruise
Inspired by the elegant beauty of the lotus, Vietnam’s national flower, Halong Sen Day Cruise Halong Bay is a modern steel vessel that perfectly blends traditional Vietnamese charm with contemporary cruising style. Throughout the journey, guests on the Halong Sen Day Cruise will admire delicate lotus-inspired details everywhere on board, from refined interior décor and carefully crafted cuisine to the signature lotus tea experience, creating a peaceful and culturally rich atmosphere while exploring Halong Bay.
Launched on December 9, 2017 and operated by Athena Group, a prestigious luxury cruise operator, Halong Sen Halong Bay Day Cruise delivers a well-organized and high-quality day tour experience. With elegant design, professional service, and authentic Vietnamese touches, Halong Sen Day Cruise Halong Bay is an ideal choice for travelers seeking a memorable and immersive day cruise through the iconic landscapes of Halong Bay.
Schedule
Halong Sen Day Cruise Halong Bay 1 days
Hanoi, Halong Bay , Hanoi
Per traveler
Activities: Hanoi – Halong Bay transfer, welcome drink on board, lunch while cruising through the bay, kayaking or bamboo boat at Ba Hang Area, Visit Thien Cung Cave, Cooking Demonstration & Lotus Tea Experience.
08:40 – 09:15 | Hanoi Old Quarter Pick-up
Guests staying in Hanoi Old Quarter will be picked up by a comfortable vehicle (for those booking transfer services with Auasia Travel). Begin a picturesque journey from Hanoi to Halong Bay.
10:00 | Rest Stop in Hai Duong
Enjoy a short break at a rest stop in Hai Duong City. Relax with a cup of tea or coffee, browse local handicrafts, and allow the driver a short rest to ensure a safe and smooth journey.
12:15 | Arrival at Tuan Chau Harbor – Boarding Halong Sen Cruise
Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, complete check-in procedures, and board the elegant Halong Sen Day Cruise. The cruise departs for an unforgettable journey through the iconic seascape of Halong Bay.
12:30 | Lunch on Board While Cruising
A delicious lunch featuring Vietnamese traditional specialties is served as the cruise sails toward the Hoa Cuong area. Along the way, admire breathtaking limestone formations such as Dog Rock, Duck Rock, Fighting Cock Rock, and Lu Huong Islet—perfect moments for photography.
14:00 | Explore Hoa Cuong Area & Thumb Rock
Arrive at Hoa Cuong, one of the most scenic and tranquil areas of Halong Bay. Surrounded by majestic limestone mountains, this area offers a wild yet graceful beauty. Highlights include the famous Thumb Rock, a giant limestone islet rising from the sea, symbolizing good fortune and natural harmony.
14:30 | Kayaking at Ba Hang Area
Continue to the Ba Hang area, once a floating fishing village. Enjoy approximately 45 minutes of kayaking to explore hidden lagoons, calm waters, and untouched corners of Halong Bay at your own pace.
15:15 | Return to Halong Sen Cruise
Head back to the cruise and relax onboard as the journey continues to the next highlight.
15:30 | Visit Thien Cung Cave (Heavenly Palace Cave)
Explore Thien Cung Cave, one of the most beautiful and impressive caves in Halong Bay. Follow your experienced guide through magnificent chambers filled with stunning stalactites and stalagmites shaped by nature over thousands of years.
16:30 | Cooking Demonstration & Lotus Tea Experience
While cruising back toward the harbor, join a traditional Vietnamese cooking demonstration on the sundeck, where the chef shows how to make fresh spring rolls. Guests are also invited to enjoy Vietnamese lotus tea served with sweet candied lotus seeds, along with a cultural introduction to the traditional tea-making process.
17:00 | Return to Tuan Chau Harbor – Transfer Back to Hanoi
The cruise docks at the pier. Disembark and begin the return transfer to Hanoi.
End of Halong Sen Day Cruise itinerary.
Things to know
- Sundeck
- Restaurant
- Reception
- Bar
- Baby cot
- Tours of caves
- Cooking class
- Kayaking
- Bamboo boat trip
- Complementary welcome drink
- In-house English and Vietnamese-speaking tour guide
- Cruise Itinerary and Program
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Cooking Class, Sunset party
- Shared bamboo boat ride or kayaking experience
- Meals included as specified in the cruise itinerary
- Inclusive of onboard insurance, taxes, and service fees
- Airfares, Hotel Accommodation and Vietnam Visa Arrangements
- Beverages and Tobacco
- Spa and massage services
- Tips and personal expenses
- All other services and items not clearly mentioned specifically above
- Holiday surcharge for Christmas, New Year, and Lunar New Year
- Children aged 5–11 are charged 75% of the adult rate
- Children aged 12 and above are charged the full adult fare
- Pick-up available at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House
1. Cancellation by Guests
All cancellation requests must be sent in writing via email to Auasia Travel and are subject to the following terms:
- More than 30 days before check-in: No cancellation fee applies.
- 30 to 7 days before check-in: 10% of the total rate will be charged.
- 6 to 3 days before check-in: 50% of the total rate will be charged.
- Less than 3 days before check-in: 100% of the total rate will be charged.
- In the event of a no-show, 100% of the total rate will be charged.
2. Cancellation by us
Auasia Travel reserves the right to cancel or modify bookings due to unforeseen or unavoidable circumstances, including:
- Adverse weather conditions, war, civil unrest, labor disputes, natural disasters, or acts of terrorism.
In the event of a cruise cancellation initiated by us:
- Guests have the option to receive a full refund or select an alternative arrangement.
- Accept an alternative cruise or service of equivalent or similar standard and value (subject to availability).
- If the alternative is of a lower standard or price, the difference will be refunded.
*Note: Cruise cancellations are announced only by the Quang Ninh Local Port Authority, often with very short notice. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation in these situations.
3. Cancellation by Weather Conditions (Information controlled and issued by the local authority.)
Without prior notice, cruise trips may be postponed, shortened, or canceled due to severe or unexpected weather, including:
- Storms, typhoons, cyclones, thunderstorms, fog, or seasonal monsoons.
4. Refund policy in weather-related cases:
- Before tour departure from Hanoi: Full refund.
- After arrival in Ha Long Bay: Refund will be calculated based on services already completed (e.g., meals, transfers, day-boat trip).
- For guests already on board: If the trip is shortened, refund will be based on completed services (length of trip, meals, transfers, activities, etc.), and the remaining amount for unutilized services will be refunded to the guest.
- Children from 5 to 7 years old are charged 50% adult
- Children from 7 to 9 years old are charged 75% of tour price
- Children aged 9 and above are charged the adult rate
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