La Casta Cruise

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La Casta Cruise

From
$ 155

Per traveler

About Cruise

2020
Steel Junk
22
No.17 Tuan Chau Marina, Halong Bay, Quang Ninh Province
Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi
  • Launched in May 2020, La Casta is an overnight Lan Ha Bay cruise that offers a tranquil experience. It is well-suited for families seeking a peaceful getaway.

Schedule

3days

La Casta Cruise 3 days

From
$ 230

Per traveler

Hanoi - Tuan Chau Port - Lan Ha Bay - Ba Trai Dao Area (L, D)

Morning

If you book our transfer package (book in the next step with an additional fee), our driver will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 - 8:30 to begin your journey to Halong Bay, one of the seven wonders of the world.

Upon reaching No 17, Tuan Chau Marina, you will be greeted by receptionists in La Casta's waiting lounge at around 11:30 - 12:00. Receive a warm welcome from the La Casta crew team as you step onboard, where you'll be offered a welcome drink and receive a safety briefing about the cruise.

Afterward, you can proceed to check in to your cabin, and then indulge in a delicious lunch at the restaurant while the cruise gracefully sails on an enchanting voyage to explore Lan Ha Bay.

Afternoon

Your first destination is Ba Trai Dao Area and the natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay. The region boasts a serene beach and three small islets resembling floating peaches. Join us in a range of activities, including kayaking, swimming, sightseeing, and exploring the area.

In times of worse weather, the destination may change to Dark and Bright Cave for the safety of our guests, known for its pristine natural beauty and captivating seascape in Lan Ha Bay.

Then, return to La Casta Cruise for a sunset party. From 17:30 to 18:30, guests can enjoy Happy Hour onboard, with a buy-two-get-one-free offer on selected drinks at the bar, while taking in the breathtaking sunset view of the bay.

You have the opportunity to participate in a Vietnamese Cooking Class, where you can learn to prepare delicious and authentic Vietnamese dishes.

Evening

In the evening, delight in a flavorful dinner featuring a variety of fresh dishes. Following dinner, you can unwind onboard or engage in a range of fascinating nighttime activities, including karaoke and squid fishing, among others.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: La Casta Cruise

Cat Ba Island - Viet Hai Village (B, L, D)

Morning

Wake up all your senses in the early morning with the Tai Chi session in the sundeck area and the incredible sunrise image in the middle of Lan Ha Bay.

Have breakfast and relax to admire the morning view of this Dragon Wonderland with a cup of tea or coffee.

Transfer to a day boat which is more convenient for reaching the further attractions and sail on Lan Ha Bay for the second-day excursion.

Today, we will explore the peaceful Viet Hai Village, a 100-year-old fishing village in Halong with plenty of fascinating things waiting for you to discover.

In this peaceful village, you can cycle, take a deep breath of the fragrant paddy field, try fish massage, or talk with gentle and charming locals.

You can also kayak and explore Lan Ha Bay's hidden charm. Afterward, you'll return to the day boat to have lunch and recharge your energy, preparing for an afternoon excursion.

Afternoon

The second highlight of the day is walking or swimming at the most beautiful beach of Lan Ha Bay - Ba Trai Dao or Van Boi Beach. With white sand blended with the blue of the ocean and the calmness of emerald water, this will be a real paradise.

After a long day, we will continue leisure on the day boat while this boat brings you back to the La Casta Cruise.

Come back to the La Casta cruise and enjoy the pre-dinner sunset party with Happy Hour Promotion - Buy 2 get 1 free drink just apply with some kind of drinks from 17:30 to 18:30 at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset.

If you miss a cooking class on the second day, let's join another one today with fascinating Vietnamese cuisine.

Evening

Savor the exceptional flavors as indulge in delectable seafood and traditional Vietnamese cuisine during dinner.

As the night sets in, take part in onboard activities like board games or try your hand at squid fishing, adding an element of excitement to your evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: La Casta Cruise

Switch to Day Boat to explore Lan Ha Bay

Tra Bau - Halong Bay – Hanoi (B, Br)

Morning

Begin your day with an invigorating Taichi class on the sundeck, surrounded by the refreshing breeze and a breathtaking sunrise in the heart of Lan Ha Bay.

Treat yourself to a delightful breakfast onboard, sipping tea or coffee while immersing yourself in the morning view of the bay's enchanting limestone islets.

Our morning adventure takes us to the Tra Bau area, renowned for its pristine beauty and natural marvels. Engage in activities such as kayaking, swimming, or exploring the floating village, where you can interact with locals and gain insights into their way of life.

Return to the charming La Casta and relish a satisfying brunch at the restaurant. As the journey comes to a close, pack your belongings, complete the check-out process at around 9:30, and prepare to disembark at Tuan Chau Harbor by 11:30.

Afternoon

If you have availed of our transfer package (book in the next step with an additional fee), our driver will pick you up from the harbor and safely transport you back to your hotel in Hanoi around 14:30 - 15:00.

Meals: Breakfast, Brunch

Accommodation: NA

Important Notes:

PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

Please kindly provide us your passport information at least 01 week before the cruise date.

If you have any specific food request (vegetarian, allergic, non-seafood, etc.), feel free to let us know so we can serve your demands with the best.

2days

La Casta Cruise 2 days

Hanoi, Halong Bay , Hanoi

From
$ 155

Per traveler

Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina - Halong Bay - Ba Trai Dao (L, D)

Morning

If you book our transfer package, get picked up from your hotel at around 8:00 - 8:30, and our driver will take you to Halong Bay - the magnificent Wonder of the World (additional fee for transfer service).

Upon arrival at No 17, Tuan Chau Marina, receptionists will welcome you at La Casta’s waiting lounge at around 11:30 - 12:00.

Let’s move to the tender and transfer to the main boat. Get onboard and warmly welcomed by the La Casta crew team with a welcome drink and safety briefing before checking in to your cabin.

Enjoy lunch in the restaurant while this lovely cruise sails in the heart of the wonderland for the voyage to explore Lan Ha Bay.

Afternoon

The first stop is the Ba Trai Dao Area, which features a beach that exudes a beautiful mood and three tiny islets that resemble three enormous peaches floating in the water. You can join in our activities, such as kayaking, swimming, sightseeing, and exploring the Ba Trai Dao area.

NOTE: In case of bad weather, for guest safety, Ba Trai Dao's destination may change to Dark and Bright Cave - famous for its pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay.

Upon concluding our exploration, we will return to La Casta Cruise for a sunset party. During this time, guests can enjoy Happy Hour - Buy 2 get 1 free with some kinds of drinks at the bar from 17:30 to 18:30 onboard while admiring the bay's sunset view.

Additionally, you can participate in a Vietnamese cooking class, where you can learn to prepare some delightful and authentic Vietnamese dishes.

Evening

Spend time savoring a tasty dinner with a lot of fresh food served. After dinner, you can relax on board or participate in various fascinating night activities onboard, such as karaoke and squid fishing, etc.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: La Casta Cruise

If you go to Halong Bay without our transfer package, please ensure you'll get on time for the welcome onboard at 11:30 - 12:00 before the cruise departs.

Lan Ha Bay - Tra Bau – Hanoi (B, Br)

Morning

Start your day with a refreshing Taichi class on the sundeck, surrounded by the invigorating breeze and a stunning sunrise in the heart of Lan Ha Bay.

Indulge in a delightful breakfast onboard while sipping tea or coffee and relishing the morning vista of the Bay's captivating limestone islets.

Our morning adventure takes us to the Tra Bau Area, known for its unspoiled beauty and natural wonders. Here, you can kayak or swim to get closer to the untouched beauty of the bay.

After the morning excursion, return to the charming La Casta to pack your belongings, complete the check-out process at 9:30, and prepare to disembark at Tuan Chau Harbor around 11:30.

Afternoon

If using our transfer package, the driver will pick you up in the Harbor and bring you to return to your hotel in Hanoi around 14:30 - 15:00.

Meals: Breakfast, Brunch

Accommodation: La Casta Cruise

The program could be changed slightly depending on specific weather or tide conditions without prior notice to visitors.

Important Notes:

PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

Things to know

  • Sundeck
  • Observatory
  • Theme Cruise
  • Conference and meeting facilities
  • Boutique Library
  • Restaurant
  • Gymnasium
  • Rowing Boat
  • Doctor on call
  • Safety box at reception
  • Newspagers and magazine
  • Tender for sightseeing
  • 24-hour Security
  • Reception
  • Bar
  • Masssage and Spa
  • Boutique shop
  • Library
  • IDD at the reception
  • Laundry service
  • Cabin Service (Snack Meals)
  • Baby cot
  • Fishing
  • Singing and Dancing
  • Tours of caves
  • Cooking class
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming
  • Taichi in the morning
  • Tours of Floating Fishing village
  • Movie nights
  • Wooden Game
  • Kayaking
  • Biking in Cat Ba island
  • Bamboo boat trip
  • The Luxury Cabins, Suites with A/C and Luxury en-suite bathroom.
  • Complementary welcome drink.
  • Complementary 01 mineral water per person per night (in room).
  • In-house English and Vietnamese-speaking tour guide.
  • Cruise Itinerary and Program.
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees.
  • Cooking Class, Tai-Chi Session, Squid fishing and Sunset party.
  • Sharing bamboo boat or kayaking.
  • Meals as stated in cruise program.
  • Tea/coffee, canapes for breakfast.
  • Onboard Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges.
  • Limousine/private transfer Hanoi to Ha Long (upon request).
  • Airfares, Hotel Accommodation and Vietnam Visa Arrangements.
  • Beverages and Tobacco.
  • Beauty Spa Services and Massage.
  • Tips and other Personal Expenses.
  • Surcharge for Christmas, New Year and Lunar New Year.
  • VAT Tax.
  • All other services and items not clearly mentioned specifically above.
  • Electric car ride in Viet Hai village.
  • Surcharge for Christmas (Dec 24th) & New Year Eve (Dec 31st): USD 50/adult, USD 25/child (compulsory).
  • Check in on board: 12:00 PM.
  • Check out: 9:30 AM.
  • Return Hanoi: 3:30 PM.
  • The FOC rate for children under 5 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 5 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
  • Children from 5-11 will pay extra charge 75% of adult rate. Children 12 and above must pay full fare as adult.
  • An extra charge of USD 25.00 per extra bed if required to set up in the cabin for 02 days/1night program or USD 35.00 per extra bed for 03 days/2 nights program (already included in children rate). An extra charge of USD 10.00 per baby cot for 02 days/1 night program or USD 15.00 per baby cot for 03 days/ 2nights program if require. This extra service is subject to Victoria Star Cruises availability.
  • The child rate for children from 5 to 12 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. In case the child occupies the sole cabin, the rate for adult is applied.
  • Peak season surcharge: Surcharge of $50 per person per night applies for travel period from 20 December 2024 to 5 January 2029.
  • Shuttle bus: $35/ adult and $30/ child round trip. Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House.

* Cancellation by guests Any cancellation should be referred to Auasia Travel in writing by emails, following these below terms.

  • More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge.
  • From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates.
  • From 6 to 3 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates.
  • Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
  • No-Show: 100% of total rates.

* Cancellation by us.

  • We reserve the right to cancel your booking under some unavoidable circumstances like: weather conditions, wars, civil strife, industrial disputes, natural disasters, terrorism. If we cancel your booking, you can either get a refund or accept an alternative from us of equivalent or similar standard and price, if one is available, and we will always refund the difference in price if the alternative is of a lower standard and price.
  • The cancellation is announced ONLY by Quang Ninh Local Port Authority and often in short notice of time. Therefore, your understandings in these situations are highly appreciated.

* Cancellation by weather conditions (controlled and informed by local authority).

  • Without prior notice, the cruise trip could be postponed, shortened or cancelled due to unexpected bad weather, including storm/ typhoon (summer), cyclone, thunderstorm, foggy days (winter), monsoon (winter)…
  • Before tours start from Hanoi city: Full refund.
  • After guests arrive in Halong Bay: Tour cost based on completed service: meals, transfer, day boat trip only, the rest will be refunded.
  • Guests are staying on board, trip is shortened: Tour cost based on completed service: trip length, meals, transfer, activities…, the rest will be refunded.
  • A cabin is limited for 1 child only.
  • Infants under 5 years old are free of charge, if sharing room with parents (no extra bed provided).
  • Children from 5 to 7 years old are charged 50% adult if sharing bed with parents.
  • Children from 7 to 9 years old are charged 75% of tour price, sharing bed with parents - no extra bed provided (as children’s price on our website), or full charge as adult to have extra bed.
  • Children from 9 years old and above are charged as adult.

Customer reviews

5.0

Excellent

18 Reviews

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Charles

| Ireland

Jul 08, 2024

Excellent

Thanks Auasia Travel a lot

Thanks to Auasia Travel team and Hera's efforts, we enjoyed a fantastic trip to Halong Bay. One of the best we had! The staff was calm, kind, and always smiling! The meals were also excellent. For us, the cruise design and facilities were outstanding, I liked the royal theme of it. Nothing went wrong, and we highly recommend this cruise. I wish you a beautiful life!!
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Tess Patel

| Belgium

Jun 19, 2024

Excellent

One of the best cruise ever

We had a terrific trip, far better than imagined, thanks to your efforts. The staff was calm and compassionate with a heart-warming smile. The classic rooms and facilities were perfect for us. The restaurant was even better, with some of the greatest meals. We genuinely appreciate Hera's efforts last weekend in making this all possible. Everything went off without a hitch, and we ..More
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Choi

| South Korea (Republic Of Korea)

Jun 05, 2024

Excellent

Trustworthy Travel agent

My journey on La Casta Cruise was the best experience I've had. It was better than 8 cruises I've been on so far. During the trip, Ms. Hera Vu always checked if there were any problems. I chose Auasia Travel after seeing them on TripAdvisor. The customer service was outstanding and I highly recommend it. I'll travel with them when I visit Vietnam next time. Thanks Auasia Travel and ..More

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