Starlight Cruise
Starlight Cruise is a mid-range steel hull cruise launched in 2013, sailing Halong Bay with 32 cabins. Enjoy kayaking and swimming, fresh seafood dining and the best local price.
Availability
Room Types & Prices
32 cabins on board · 2 Days 1 Night
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Suite Cabin
Size: 50m2 Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed
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
Best Value!
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Route
Halong Bay
Class
Mid-range
Cabins
32 Cabins
Hull
Steel hull
Launched
2013
About Starlight Cruise
Starlight Cruise sails the scenic waters of Halong Bay, departing from Tuan Chau Marina. Launched in 2013, the steel hull vessel offers 32 well-appointed cabins and a relaxed, attentive service that has earned a 9.0/10 rating from 129 guest reviews.
Onboard experiences include kayaking, swimming, caves, cooking class, 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
4 things we love most about Starlight Cruise
Cruise Itinerary
Programs and schedules subject to change due to weather conditions.
Route Map
Starlight Cruise · 2 Days 1 Night
- 1Tuan Chau Marina
- 2Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave
- 3Titop Island
- Morning
Take off for a 2.5-hour journey to Halong Bay from the hotel. Once the ship has departed, guests are checked in and given a quick orientation. Onboard, lunch is served at 13:15 p.m. ________________
- Afternoon
The journey took passengers past a number of the bay's most picturesque sights, such as Dog Rock, Swan Islets, and Fighting Cocks, before arriving at Sung Sot Cave, the biggest and most exquisite cave in Halong Bay. Following that, the ship goes to Titop Island, where guests can swim, unwind on the beach, or ascend a mountain to see a panoramic view of Halong Bay. Head back to the sleeping section on the boat. Overnight, Cruise drops anchor. It's time for cooking lessons, happy hour, or mini golf on board. You can even make a spa reservation.
- Evening
After dinner, which is served at 7:00 p.m., guests are free to unwind, go squid fishing, or take advantage of the cruise's amenities. Among the meals were: L,D
- Morning
Tai Chi classes are offered on Sun Deck for early risers, and morning tea with pastries and fruit is served from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. Luon Cave is the destination for the remainder of the morning. You might choose to go sampan boating with a native oarsman or go kayaking. The boat disembarks at 11.45 am, and lunch is provided between 10.30 and 11.30 am. Meals consisted of: B, L
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 night in a mid-range cabin
- All meals on board as per the program
- 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: 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 a private cabin get a 25% discount from the adult cabin rate.
- Kayaking is free of charge for a 3 day 2 night trip. For 2 day 1 night trip, a kayaking fee $10/person applies and must be booked in advance.
- Peak season surcharge : Surcharge of $35 per person applies if guests stay overnight on December 24th and/or 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
- 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. Refunds will be processed between 5-7 business days.
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- Price Exclusion
- Transfer round trip Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi (Shuttle bus and private transfer available)
- 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
- Price Inclusion
- 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.
129 customer reviews for Starlight Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding43
- Excellent77
- Very good6
- Good3
Traveler type
- Family with children33
- Groups of friends14
- Mature couples22
- Solo travellers28
- Young couples32
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.
Guest reviews
- 8.6Mihail Georgiev🇧🇬 Bulgaria26-01-2025
Very good
Amazing views, excellent service and a beautifully equipped cabin. The kayaking and cave visit were highlights.
Groups of friends - 8.9Lucas Moreau🇫🇷 France23-04-2025
Very good
The cabins are stylish and quiet, the itinerary well paced, and the team genuinely friendly and helpful.
Young couples - 9.1Ananya Rao🇮🇳 India22-07-2025
Excellent
The cabins are stylish and quiet, the itinerary well paced, and the team genuinely friendly and helpful.
Family with children - 9.3James Patterson🇦🇺 Australia18-06-2025
Excellent
Everything ran smoothly from the transfer to disembarkation. Great value for a luxury experience.
Mature couples - 8.6Sofia Rossi🇮🇹 Italy14-05-2025
Very good
The cabins are stylish and quiet, the itinerary well paced, and the team genuinely friendly and helpful.
Solo travellers - 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 - 9.1Emma Whitfield🇬🇧 United Kingdom08-03-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Mature couples - 8.8Daniel Schmidt🇩🇪 Germany05-08-2025
Very good
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 (389)
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 Lucas · 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 Annie (Ms.) · 16 hours ago
Thank you for your interest in Starlight Cruise. Yes — our Family Suite comfortably fits 3 guests. For your dates the best available rate is around $203 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 patdecastro · 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 Helen · 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 Sophie L. · 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 Grace · 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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