La Casta Cruise
La Casta Cruise is a luxury steel hull cruise launched in 2020, sailing Halong Bay with 22 cabins. Enjoy kayaking and swimming, fresh seafood dining and the best local price.
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Room Types & Prices
22 cabins on board · 2 Days 1 Night
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Senior Suite
Size: 30 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Junior Suite
Size: 30 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
Add & book together
Family Triple
Size: 40 m² Max adults: 3
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
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Includes taxes & fees
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Price for 01 cabin · 3 adults, 1 child
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Vip Suite
Size: 50 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
Add & book together
Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Route
Halong Bay
Class
Luxury
Cabins
22 Cabins
Hull
Steel hull
Launched
2020
About La Casta Cruise
La Casta Cruise sails the scenic waters of Halong Bay, departing from Tuan Chau Marina. Launched in 2020, the steel hull vessel offers 22 well-appointed cabins and a relaxed, attentive service that has earned a 9.6/10 rating from 43 guest reviews.
Onboard experiences include kayaking, swimming, caves, cooking class, tai chi, with fresh local seafood served throughout the 2 days 1 night program. Our local team personally inspects every cruise so you book with confidence at the best available rate.
Onboard Facilities
Activities & Experiences
3 things we love most about La Casta Cruise
Cruise Itinerary
Programs and schedules subject to change due to weather conditions.
Route Map
La Casta Cruise · 2 Days 1 Night
- 1Tuan Chau Marina
- 2Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave
- 3Titop Island
- Morning
The transferred vehicle picks you up from Hanoi Old Quarter at approximately 8:30 or 9:00 for those who provide shuttle bus services. You can reach Halong Bay in three hours by car, with a short stop halfway. You can take a boat to La Casta Cruise from Tuan Chau Port. Following the check-in process, you savor your first meal aboard La Casta Cruise as the ship departs the harbor and embarks on its unique journey to the breathtaking Halong Bay.
- Afternoon
At the Ba Trai Dao region, the ship drops anchor. You will have around an hour to swim or kayak in this private spot. The tour will switch to kayaking or rowing to Dark - Bright cave if the weather does not allow. Return aboard the ship and take advantage of Happy Hour, which offers select drink specials and a buy two, get one free deal. During the culinary demonstration at 18:00, the chef walks you through the process of preparing a traditional Vietnamese dish.
- Evening
In the restaurant they serve dinner. You have free time for enjoyment the remainder of the evening. You have the option to play board games at the bar, fish squid on the boat, or recuperate at the spa with soothing massages and natural treatments. Spend the night on the cruise. Included were lunch and dinner.
- Morning
Those who get up early will get the opportunity to participate in a Taichi session and witness the breathtaking dawn over Lan Ha Bay. The ideal approach to begin a new day on the cruise would be to savor a freshly made cup of coffee. Before the boat takes you to Tra Bau, a lovely destination in Lan Ha Bay renowned for its pristine beauty, let the personnel offer you a delectable breakfast. You appreciate the unspoiled seascapes of the area while swimming or kayaking. You return to the boat after that and check out at 9:30. A lavish lunch will be provided to everyone as the cruise heads back to the mainland. You board the shuttle bus to return to Hanoi after disembarking. Among the meals were: Lunch and Breakfast
Important Notes
- Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather and tide conditions.
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay: the decision is made by the Halong Bay Management Board on the day of departure.
- In the event of a weather cancellation we will arrange an alternative date on request, or refund in accordance with the cruise policy.
- Passengers should arrive at the harbour at least 30 minutes before the overnight cruise boarding time.
Cruise Inclusions & Options
Everything that is and isn't covered, plus our cruise & booking policies.
- One or two nights aboard La Casta Cruise
- Entrance fees, sightseeing fee, kayaking, bamboo boat
- English/ Vietnamese speaking tour guide
- Luxury accommodation with shower & bathtub
- Welcome drink
- Meals onboard
- Insurance on-board
- Free WIFI, Satellite – HD LED Television in the cabin
- Fishing equipment
- Beverages
- Transfer
- Spa treatment services
- Tips for tour guide and driver
- Personal expenses
- Other services and items not mentioned in the INCLUSION
- Check in on board: 12:30 PM
- Check out: 11:30 AM
- Return Hanoi: 3:00 PM
- The FOC rate for children under 4 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 4 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
- Children from 4 - 10 will pay an extra 75% of the adult rate.
- Children aged 11 and above must pay full fare as an adult.
- Peak season surcharge: Surcharge of $40/person per night applies for travel date on 24th December and 31st December; $25/person for 30 Apr, 1 May, 2 Sep; and $15/person for Hung King Festival and Lunar New Year (28, 29, 30, 31/01/2025).
- On the second day you will travel on a day boat and do not have access to the mother boat and your cabin until later in the afternoon (for 3 days/2 nights itinerary)
- 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 sent to us via email.
43 customer reviews for La Casta Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding14
- Excellent26
- Very good2
- Good1
Traveler type
- Family with children4
- Groups of friends6
- Mature couples9
- Solo travellers11
- Young couples13
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.
Guest reviews
- 9.6Sofia Rossi🇮🇹 Italy24-05-2025
Excellent
Amazing views, excellent service and a beautifully equipped cabin. The kayaking and cave visit were highlights.
Solo travellers - 10.0Ananya Rao🇮🇳 India22-07-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Family with children - 9.8Daniel Schmidt🇩🇪 Germany21-08-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Young couples - 9.3James Patterson🇦🇺 Australia20-06-2025
Excellent
The ship was spacious and modern. Our cabin was lovely with a balcony and a tub, and the views over the bay were amazing.
Mature couples - 10.0Emma Whitfield🇬🇧 United Kingdom16-03-2025
Excellent
The cabins are stylish and quiet, the itinerary well paced, and the team genuinely friendly and helpful.
Mature couples - 9.4Chen Li🇨🇳 China13-02-2025
Excellent
Amazing views, excellent service and a beautifully equipped cabin. The kayaking and cave visit were highlights.
Family with children - 9.6Mihail Georgiev🇧🇬 Bulgaria08-01-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Groups of friends - 9.9Lucas Moreau🇫🇷 France07-04-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Young couples
Frequently Asked Questions
Transfers are an optional add-on. We offer a shared shuttle bus and private limousine that you can add during booking.
Yes — free cancellation up to 7 days before departure for a full refund, in line with our cruise policy.
Children of all ages are welcome; family cabins and child pricing are available on request.
Questions & Answers (583)
Looking for more info? Send your question and our Hanoi team will answer it here as soon as possible.
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Asked by patdecastro · 1 day, 15 hours ago
Do you have a family suite available for 3 adults on a 2 days 1 night trip in July, and how much does it cost?
1 answerAAnswered by Helen · 16 hours ago
Thank you for your interest in La Casta Cruise. Yes — our Family Suite comfortably fits 3 guests. For your dates the best available rate is around $218 per person including all meals on board. We also offer a round-trip shuttle between Hanoi and the harbour for $30 per person. Best regards.
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Asked by Sophie L. · 1 week ago
We are 6 people (4 in one room and 2 in another). Can you accommodate us, and which sightseeing stops are included on the Halong Bay route?
1 answerAAnswered by Daisy · 6 days, 14 hours ago
For a group of 6 we recommend three cabins, two of which can be arranged as connecting cabins for your convenience. The Halong Bay itinerary visits the key highlights of the route — we have emailed you the full day-by-day program with all sightseeing stops. Best regards.
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Asked by Mariana · 3 weeks, 6 days ago
Can we book a round-trip shuttle service from our hotel in Hanoi, and is hotel pick-up included?
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 3 weeks, 4 days ago
Yes, we offer both a shared shuttle bus and a private limousine transfer with door-to-door hotel pick-up in the Hanoi Old Quarter. You can add this during booking or simply let us know your hotel and we will arrange it. Best regards.
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