Starlight Cruise

Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Ti Top Island - Soi Sim Island - Luon Cave - Trinh Nu Cave
ClimbingSwimmingCooking ClassKayakingSquid Fishing SpaTai Chi
2013 32 Cabins Steel Boat Halong Bay Full board included

About Starlight Cruise

Starting to sail at Halong Bay from April 2013, Starlight Cruise was among the newer group of cruises operating at this bay, and soon become one of the most luxurious ones. With 4 decks and an area of 600m2 per deck, the cruise provides 32 cabins, including 30 deluxe cabins and 2 superior Suites, with cozy space and modern amenities to passengers to enjoy their trips in most satisfied and convenient ways. In addition to the accommodation are various excellent extra services, including: Restaurants & Bars serving fine cuisines and drinks, 01 Wine Cellar stocked with various international wines, Massage Parlour, Recreation area, and a vast Sundeck.

Operated by the dedicated team of Oriental Sails and Calypso Cruiser, Starlight makes a further step by promising a much more luxurious stay and tour out on Halong Bay. Starlight cruise currently offers both 2 day 1 night and 3 day 2 night tour in Halong Bay.

SaunaWifiMini-golf courseSpa & massageBarRestaurant

Cruise itinerary

  • Starlight Cruise 2 Days
  • Starlight Cruise 3 Days
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay

Morning:

Pick up from hotel for a 2.5 hour ride to Halong Bay. After embarking on the cruise, guests are checked in and introduced briefly about the cruise. Lunch is served onboard at 13.15 pm. 

Afternoon:

The cruise lead travelers through many of scenic attractions of the bay like Fighting Cocks, Swan Islets or Dog Rock before porting at Sung Sot cave – the largest and most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. After that, the cruise travels to Titop Island where you can relax on the beach, swim, or climb up to the top of the moutain to watch a panoramic view of Halong bay. Back to the cruise and proceed to the sleeping area. Cruise drops anchor overnight. It’s time for happy hour, cooking class, or you can book a spa or play mini golf on board.

Evening:

Dinner is served at 7.00 pm and passengers have whole night for relaxing, fishing squid, or enjoying the cruise’s amenities.

  • Meals included: L, D
Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi

Morning:

Early-wakers have time on Taichi lesson on Sun Deck and morning tea with biscuits and fruits is available from 7.00 – 8.00am. The rest of that morning is for some visit to Luon Cave. You can opt for kayaking or taking a sampan boat rowed by a local. Lunch is served at 10.30 am – 11.30 am and cruise disembarks at 11.45 am.

  • Meals included: B, L

Cruise inclusions & options

Booking policy
  • More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge 
  • From 30 to 11 days prior to check-in: 15% of total rates 
  • From 10 to 7 days prior to check in: 30% of total rates. 
  • Less than 7 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates. 
  • No-Show: 100% of total rates.
  • Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
Cruise policy
  • Check in: 12:15pm
  • Check out: 11:00am
  • Arrival in Hanoi: 16:30pm
  • Free of charge for children under 4 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults (No extra Mattress)
  • The Child Rate for children from 4 to below 12 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults: 75% Adult rate (No extra Mattress)
  • Two children below 12 years sharing private cabin get 25% discount from adult cabin rate.
  • Kayaking is free of charge for 3 day 2 night trip. For 2 day 1 night trip, kayaking fee $10/person applies and must be booked in advance.
  • Peak season surcharge

    : Surcharge $35/person for Gala dinner applies if guests stay on board on December 31st.

  • Shuttle bus

    : $30/adult and $20/child under 12 round trip. Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House

Price inclusions
  • Welcome Drink
  • Cruise Itinerary and Program
  • Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
  • In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
  • Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C
  • Meals as in program
  • Insurance and Service Charges.
Price exclusions
  • Transfer round trip Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (Shuttle bus and private transfer availble)
  • Airfares, Car Transfers and Hotels
  • Beauty Spa Services and Massage
  • Beverages
  • Tips and Personal Expenses
  • All other services not clearly mentioned above
  • Surcharge for New Year and Christmas