Overview La Casta Cruise 5 star Halong Bay

La Casta Cruise Luxury 5 star is a modern-design cruise with a unique routing launched in May 2020 and rebuilt in Sept 2023.. Going beyond the ordinary itinerary, our La Casta Cruise will take you passing by the most famous part of Halong bay from Tuan Chau international marina then visiting the forgotten paradise in the southern part of Halong Bay: amazing Lan Ha Bay.

La Casta Cruise has 22 luxurious cabins on board with the size from 28 m2, the cruise will promise the best experience you can take in the bay. All cabins in La Casta Cruise 5* provide a full ocean view and a private balcony to let you have a panoramic view of the bay. There are 4 available choices of room type, namely, Junior Suite, Senior Suite, Family Suite, VIP Suite (Honeymoon Suite) with private terrace – each with its own advantages and fitted for a specific group of travellers. Every single detail from the facilities to public amenities are well-equipped that aims to bring the comfiest, cosiest and the most satisfying experiences to customers such as outdoor Jacuzzi swimming pool, beauty spa services, theme party on request, pick up services by Limousine car (on request), luxurious bar and restaurant, and so forth.

A great deal of thrilling activities like kayaking, sunbathing, squid fishing, afternoon tea, cooking lesson, etc. are awaiting you on the La Casta trip. Let’s cruise with Smile Travel Co., Ltd to discover spectacular scenery around Tonkin Bay including Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay and surrounding areas.

La Casta Cruise Group now is running 4 luxury cruises with outstanding services:

• Overnight cruise consists of La Casta Cruise and La Casta Regal Cruise. The route goes through exclusive places in Lan Ha Bay.
• One-day cruise including La Casta Daily & La Casta Premier Cruise which experiences famous islands, caves,… in Halong Bay.

  

La Casta Cruise Halong 5* cabins category:

• La Casta Senior suite cabins……….05 Cabins
• La Casta Family triple suite cabins……….02 Cabins
• La Casta Honeymoon Vip suite cabins……….03 Cabins
• La Casta President Vip suite cabins……….01 Cabin

Junior Suite Room

• Special Features: Private Balcony, Sea-View Bathtub
• Location: 1st deck | Room size:30m2 | Number of Cabins: 12 Cabins
• Bed Type: Double/Twin | Capacity: 2 adults + 1 child

Senior Suite Room

• Special Features: Private Balcony, Sea-View Bathtub
• Location: 2nd deck | Room size: 30m2 | Number of Cabins: 05 Cabins
• Bed Type: Double/Twin | Capacity: 2 adults + 1 child

Family Triple Suite Room

• Special Features: Private Balcony, Sea-View Bathtub
• Location: 3rd deck | Room size: 40m2 | Number of Cabins: 02 Cabins
• Bed Type: 3 single beds | Capacity: 3 adults + 1 child

Honeymoon Vip Suite Room

• Special Features: Private Balcony, Sea-View Jacuzzi, Sofa, King Round Bed
• Location: 2nd deck + 3rd deck | Room size: 50m2 | Number of Cabins: 3 Cabins
• Bed Type: King size – round type | Capacity: 2 adults + child

President Vip Suite Room

• Special Features: Private Terrace, Sea-View Jacuzzi, Sofa, King Round Bed, Sauna
• Location: 3rd deck | Room size: 70m2 | Number of Cabins: 01 Cabins
• Bed Type: King size – round type | Capacity: 2 adults + child

La Casta Cruise Halong Bay Activities

Kayaking / Bamboo boat

You may enjoy the beauty of Dark & Bright Cave in Lan Ha Bay by kayaking or utilizing a bamboo boat. A “tunnel” cave leads to a tranquil setting surrounded by limestone mountains. Within the mystery cave, you can see an ecosystem full with rich foliage, massive trees, monkeys, and numerous underwater aquatic life.

Swimming

Immerse in the crystal blue sea, this is the great moment to relax and enjoy the beautiful scene of the bay. Besides that, you can join with some interesting water activities with other guests on La Casta Cruise.

Sunset party/ Jacuzzi/ Happy hour

The sunset is one of the most beautiful parts of the bay. Join to our Sunset Party to witness the magnificent sunset over the Bay. While resting on the sundeck or in our Large 4-season Jacuzzi with the capacity up to 20 people, you may order a beverage from our bar (not included in the tour price) and take in the stunning scenery of the bay. Besides that, you’ll be served Vietnamese tea, coffee, fresh fruits, and some kinds of snacks.

Cooking Class

Cooking demonstration is an onboard activity which helps passengers not only to sample fine cuisine but also learns more about Vietnamese culinary culture. The Cruise Chef will demonstrate and lead you how to make Vietnamese traditional dishes such as fresh or dried springing roll and/ or how to carve different kinds of vegetables and fruits. You will be encouraged to participate in a fun competition with other passengers to find who can create the meal the fastest. Finally, you may enjoy your own plate of food or share it with your companions. An interesting activity for those who love cooking and cuisine!

Night squid fishing

Relax your spirit in the broad sky and fresh crisp wind of the night sea, and imagine yourself as a fisherman going out to catch squid at night. Having the opportunity to catch your own squid and taste the fresh items on the spot will undoubtedly be a memorable experience of your journey. You will be given with fishing equipment such as fishing rods and racquets. Guests who are lucky or experienced can capture 15 to 20 squids every night. Are you confident in your fishing experience or your luck?

Tai Chi Exercise

Engaging in Tai Chi session in the sunrise moment is the perfect way to start your new day in Halong Bay. Tai Chi is a gentle physical exercise combining deep breathing and relaxation with slow and easy movements. Tai Chi, a type of martial art, is incredibly good to your health since it reduces stress, prevents falls, and improves balance and overall mobility. You are strongly recommended to wake up early and participate in the session.

Exploring Viet Hai village by bicycle/electric car

(only for 3 days and 2 nights tour)

The historic town of Viet Hai, which has a history of over 100 years, was discovered by fishermen who found a substantial source of fresh water and chose to settle down. You will be amazed at the particularly rich and diversified scenery image including majestic limestone mountains, green forests and clear blue beaches… Especially, everything still retains the original wildness, making it excellent for exploration.

Halong La Casta Cruise tour program

Halong La Casta Cruise Tour 2D/1N

Highlight of the trip

• Visit Halong bay, Lan Ha bay and Cat ba island in the same journey
• Discover new hidden area of Tonkin Gulf with many outdoor activities
• Admiring Cat Ba Island to explore Hoa cuong, one of the pristine karst cave.
• Go Kayaking/rowing sampan in Dark-Light cave, one the most beautiful water cave on the Bay
• Discover and integrate in the life of fishermen in a fishing house on the bay (exclusive)
• Immerse to the nature by free time on beach, sea…for kayaking, swimming…

Day 1: Hanoi-Halong Bay-Lan Ha Bay-Ba Trai Dao area (Meals: L/D)

7:45 – 8:15: Get picked up from your hotel (In Hanoi Old Quarter area and not included in cabin rate).

8:15 ~ 11:30: Follow the newest highway connecting Hanoi and Hai Phong.

Upon arrival at Station number 17 – OVERNIGHT CRUISE PORT, Tuan Chau Maria, Ha Long passengers will be welcomed by receptionist at La Casta’s waiting lounge.

11:30 – 12:00: After taking a rest, our high speed tender will transfer you to the main boat (Around 25 minutes).

Get onboard and warmly welcome from La Casta Cruise  crew team with welcome drink.

After that, you will be given a short briefing about La Casta Cruise and safety guideline at our restaurant.

Complete the check-in procedure and check-into our suite cabins.

13:00: Enjoy a lunch in the restaurant. Halong La Casta Cruise start to depart for the voyage to discover the Lan Ha Bay.

15:45: Visit the Ba Trai Dao area and the natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay – this area includes the beach breaths a romantic atmosphere and three smaller islets like three giant peaches on the sea. You can join with our activities such as: kayaking, swimming, sightseeing and explore the Ba Trai Dao area.

(In unfavorable weather conditions, to ensure the safety of our guest, this destination would be change into Dark and Bright cave– famous for the pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. You can join with our activities such as: kayaking, sightseeing on the   bamboo boat… – This is the best time for you to enjoy bamboo boats or swimming which is an interesting activity to discover the truest beauty of the stunning limestone structure and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay).

17:30 – 18:30: Come back to our La Casta cruise Halong 5* and enjoy the pre-dinner sunset party with Happy Hour Promotion (buy 2 get 1 free with some kinds of drinks) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset.

18:00: Join a cooking demonstration, our chef will guide you how to make some simple signature Vietnamese dishes.

19:30: Enjoy special seafood and typical Vietnamese food on the cruise.

21:00: Evening entertainment: Squid fishing, karaoke…

Overnight on the La Casta Cruise.

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay-Tra Bau Area-Halong-Hanoi (Meals: B/L/)

6:15: Wake up early, join the Tai Chi session on sundeck area, enjoy the fresh atmosphere and watch the sunrise in Lan Ha Bay.

7:00 – 7:45: Have breakfast. Admit morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

08:00: Stroke the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets

Visit the famous Tra Bau, it’s time for freely kayak and explore the landscape, or swim…

09:00: Back to your cabin, relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin.

09:30: Check-out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check out procedure and enjoy your brunch at La Casta cruise.

10:30: Enjoy the brunch at restaurant.

11:30: Disembark at Tuan Chau harbor, we hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey.

* Because of cruising conditions, the program may be changed slightly due to specific weather or tide conditions without prior notice to visitors. Wi-Fi is available although internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Ha Long.

La Casta Cruise Tour 2D/1N inclusion

• 2 night 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: 02 lunch, 02 dinner, 02 breakfast and 01 brunch
• Insurance on-board
• Free WIFI, Satellite – HD LED Television in the cabin
• Fishing equipment
• Outdoor Jacuzzi

La Casta Cruise Tour 2D/1N Exclusion

• Beverages
• Transfer
• Spa treatment services
• Tips for tour guide and driver
• Personal expenses
• Other services and items not mentioned in the “INCLUSION”

Program & activities:

• The itinerary can be changed without prior notice
• The time line of this itinerary is not exact, actual timeline will be informed on cruise before departure
• All activities are included and optional. You can stay on the boat and relax instead of joining outside activities.
• Food & beverage on board:
• All meals on board are included as clearly stated in the program
• Standard menus onboard are served for all customers. If there is a special food request, please inform us at least 24 hours before departure.
• Personal documents and belongings:
• Not to be missed: Valid ID card/Passport (necessary for check-in)

 

Halong La Casta Cruise Tour 3D/2N

Highlight of the trip

• Visit Halong bay, Lan Ha bay and Cat ba island in the same journey
• Discover new hidden area of Tonkin Gulf with many outdoor activities
• Admiring Cat Ba Island to explore Hoa cuong, one of the pristine karst cave.
• Go Kayaking/rowing sampan in Dark-Light cave, one the most beautiful water cave on the Bay
• Discover and integrate in the life of fishermen in a fishing house on the bay (exclusive)
• Discover a local valley Viet Hai village by biking, visit local house, school…
• Immerse to the nature by free time on beach, sea…for kayaking, swimming…

Day 1: Hanoi-Halong Bay-Lan Ha Bay-Ba Trai Dao area (Meals: L/D)

7:45 – 8:15: Get picked up from your hotel (In Hanoi Old Quarter area and not included in cabin rate).

8:15 ~ 11:30: Follow the newest highway connecting Hanoi and Hai Phong.

Upon arrival at Station number 17 – OVERNIGHT CRUISE PORT, Tuan Chau Maria, Ha Long passengers will be welcomed by receptionist at La Casta’s waiting lounge.

11:30 – 12:00: After taking a rest, our high speed tender will transfer you to the main boat (Around 25 minutes).

Get onboard and warmly welcome from La Casta Cruise  crew team with welcome drink.

After that, you will be given a short briefing about La Casta Cruise and safety guideline at our restaurant.

Complete the check-in procedure and check-into our suite cabins.

13:00: Enjoy a lunch in the restaurant. Halong La Casta Cruise start to depart for the voyage to discover the Lan Ha Bay.

15:45: Visit the Ba Trai Dao area and the natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay – this area includes the beach breaths a romantic atmosphere and three smaller islets like three giant peaches on the sea. You can join with our activities such as: kayaking, swimming, sightseeing and explore the Ba Trai Dao area.

(In unfavorable weather conditions, to ensure the safety of our guest, this destination would be change into Dark and Bright cave– famous for the pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. You can join with our activities such as: kayaking, sightseeing on the   bamboo boat… – This is the best time for you to enjoy bamboo boats or swimming which is an interesting activity to discover the truest beauty of the stunning limestone structure and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay).

17:30 – 18:30: Come back to our La Casta cruise Halong 5* and enjoy the pre-dinner sunset party with Happy Hour Promotion (buy 2 get 1 free with some kinds of drinks) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset.

18:00: Join a cooking demonstration, our chef will guide you how to make some simple signature Vietnamese dishes.

19:30: Enjoy special seafood and typical Vietnamese food on the cruise.

21:00: Evening entertainment: Squid fishing, karaoke…

Overnight on the La Casta Cruise.

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay-Explore the bay by small boat-Viet Hai Village-Van Boi Beach (Meals: B/L/D)

6:15: Wake up early, join the Tai Chi session on sundeck area, enjoy the fresh atmosphere and watch the sunrise in Lan Ha Bay.

7:00 – 7:45: Have breakfast. Admit morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

8:00 – 8:30:Day boat to pick up guests at overnight cruise ships for a separate program of the 3 day 2 night tour.

8:30 – 9:30: Transfer to Day Boat and sailing further on Lan Ha Bay toward Ba Trai Dao, Van Boi Area and Viet Hai village

9:40 – 10:30: Guests will be taken to Viet Hai village and discover the 100 years old with plenty of interesting things. Cycling around, take a deep breath of fragrance paddy field, trying fish massage or talking with gentle and charm local people.

10:30 – 12:00: Kayaking and exploring hidden charm of Lan Ha Bay, places that you can only reach by boat and you may make it only once in your whole life.

12:30 – 13:30: Return to Day Boat and enjoy lunch.

14:00 – 15:00: Walking or swimming at the most beautiful beach of Lan Ha Bay – Ba Trai Dao or Van Boi Beach.

15:00 – 16:30: Leisure time on Day Boat and return to the pickup places.

16:40 – 18:30: Come back to our La Casta cruise and enjoy the pre-dinner sunset party with Happy Hour Promotion (buy 2 get 1 free with some kinds of drinks) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset.

18:00: Join a cooking demonstration, our chef will guide you how to make some simple signature Vietnamese dishes.

19:30: Enjoy special seafood and typical Vietnamese food on the cruise.

21:00: Evening entertainment: Squid fishing, karaoke… Overnight on the La Casta Cruise.

Day 3: Lan Ha Bay-Tra Bau Area-Halong-Hanoi (Meals: B/L/)

6:15: Wake up early, join the Tai Chi session on sundeck area, enjoy the fresh atmosphere and watch the sunrise in Lan Ha Bay.

7:00 – 7:45: Have breakfast. Admit morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

08:00: Stroke the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets

Visit the famous Tra Bau, it’s time for freely kayak and explore the landscape, or swim…

09:00: Back to your cabin, relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin.

09:30: Check-out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check out procedure and enjoy your brunch at La Casta cruise.

10:30: Enjoy the brunch at restaurant.

11:30: Disembark at Tuan Chau harbor, we hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey.

* Because of cruising conditions, the program may be changed slightly due to specific weather or tide conditions without prior notice to visitors. Wi-Fi is available although internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Ha Long.

La Casta Cruise Tour 3D/2N inclusion

• 2 night 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: 02 lunch, 02 dinner, 02 breakfast and 01 brunch
• Insurance on-board
• Free WIFI, Satellite – HD LED Television in the cabin
• Fishing equipment
• Outdoor Jacuzzi

La Casta Cruise Tour 3D/2N Exclusion

• Beverages
• Transfer
• Spa treatment services
• Tips for tour guide and driver
• Personal expenses
• Other services and items not mentioned in the “INCLUSION”

Program & activities:

• The itinerary can be changed without prior notice
• The time line of this itinerary is not exact, actual timeline will be informed on cruise before departure
• All activities are included and optional. You can stay on the boat and relax instead of joining outside activities.
• Food & beverage on board:
• All meals on board are included as clearly stated in the program
• Standard menus onboard are served for all customers. If there is a special food request, please inform us at least 24 hours before departure.
• Personal documents and belongings:
• Not to be missed: Valid ID card/Passport (necessary for check-in)

Program & activities:

• The itinerary can be changed without prior notice
• The time line of this itinerary is not exact, actual timeline will be informed on cruise before departure
• All activities are included and optional. You can stay on the boat and relax instead of joining outside activities.
• Food & beverage on board:
• All meals on board are included as clearly stated in the program
• Standard menus onboard are served for all customers. If there is a special food request, please inform us at least 24 hours before departure.
• Personal documents and belongings:
• Not to be missed: Valid ID card/Passport (necessary for check-in)