Phoenix Day Cruise
Phoenix Day Cruise is a budget day cruise on Halong Bay, perfect for travellers short on time. Visit the bay's highlights with lunch, kayaking and cave exploration included.
Duration
Day Cruise
Route
Halong Bay
Class
Budget
Cabins
Day Cruise
Hull
Steel hull
Launched
2021
About Phoenix Day Cruise
Phoenix Day Cruise sails the scenic waters of Halong Bay, departing from Tuan Chau Marina. Launched in 2021, this day cruise and a relaxed, attentive service that has earned a 8.4/10 rating from 62 guest reviews.
Onboard experiences include kayaking, caves, swimming, with fresh local seafood served throughout the day cruise program. Our local team personally inspects every cruise so you book with confidence at the best available rate.
Onboard Facilities
Activities & Experiences
5 things we love most about Phoenix Day Cruise
Cruise Inclusions & Options
Everything that is and isn't covered, plus our cruise & booking policies.
- Day cruise with set-menu seafood lunch
- Kayaking & cave visit
- English-speaking cruise guide
- Kayaking & sightseeing as per itinerary
- Entrance & sightseeing fees
- Round-trip transfer Hanoi ↔ Harbour (optional add-on)
- Drinks & beverages
- Tips & personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Peak-season & holiday surcharge
- Check-in on board: 12:00pm – 12:30pm
- Check-out / disembark: 4:30pm (same day)
- Children under 5 sharing existing bedding: free of charge (max 1 child per cabin)
- Children 5–11 sharing with 2 adults: 75% of the adult rate
- Children from 12 are charged as adults
- Single occupancy supplement: +70% of the per-person rate
- Peak surcharge applies on national holidays, Christmas & Lunar New Year
- A maximum of 2 adults + 1 child, or 3 adults, per standard cabin
- A 20% deposit is required to confirm your booking; the balance is due on the cruise day
- Secure online payment by Visa, Mastercard, JCB or bank transfer
- Free cancellation up to 7 days before departure for a full refund
- Cancellation 3–7 days before departure: 50% charge
- Cancellation within 48 hours or no-show: 100% charge
- Free amendment of travel dates once, subject to availability (up to 7 days before departure)
- Instant e-confirmation and voucher sent to your email after payment
62 customer reviews for Phoenix Day Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding21
- Excellent37
- Very good3
- Good1
Traveler type
- Family with children13
- Groups of friends11
- Mature couples8
- Solo travellers16
- Young couples14
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.
Guest reviews
- 8.6Daniel Schmidt🇩🇪 Germany26-08-2025
Very good
Everything ran smoothly from the transfer to disembarkation. Great value for a luxury experience.
Young couples - 8.6Ananya Rao🇮🇳 India25-07-2025
Very good
Outstanding food and an incredibly attentive crew. The sunset on the sun deck is something we will never forget.
Family with children - 9.0Chen Li🇨🇳 China24-02-2025
Excellent
Everything ran smoothly from the transfer to disembarkation. Great value for a luxury experience.
Family with children - 8.6Emma Whitfield🇬🇧 United Kingdom15-03-2025
Very good
Outstanding food and an incredibly attentive crew. The sunset on the sun deck is something we will never forget.
Mature couples - 8.9James Patterson🇦🇺 Australia07-06-2025
Very good
Amazing views, excellent service and a beautifully equipped cabin. The kayaking and cave visit were highlights.
Mature couples - 8.7Mihail Georgiev🇧🇬 Bulgaria07-01-2025
Very good
The ship was spacious and modern. Our cabin was lovely with a balcony and a tub, and the views over the bay were amazing.
Groups of friends - 8.6Lucas Moreau🇫🇷 France06-04-2025
Very good
The ship was spacious and modern. Our cabin was lovely with a balcony and a tub, and the views over the bay were amazing.
Young couples - 8.7Sofia Rossi🇮🇹 Italy05-05-2025
Very good
The ship was spacious and modern. Our cabin was lovely with a balcony and a tub, and the views over the bay were amazing.
Solo travellers
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.
Yes, a fresh seafood lunch is served on board and included in the price.
Questions & Answers (522)
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 Ben · 1 day, 15 hours ago
Do you have a family suite available for 3 adults on a day cruise trip in July, and how much does it cost?
1 answerAAnswered by Helen · 16 hours ago
Thank you for your interest in Phoenix Day Cruise. Yes — our Family Suite comfortably fits 3 guests. For your dates the best available rate is around $87 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 Akiko T. · 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 Annie (Ms.) · 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 Daniel R. · 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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