Starlight Cruise is truly a remarkable Halong luxury cruise ship as she has many superior and luxury features that a cruise on Halong Bay is able to offer. She is the symbol of an elegant but unique cruise among Halong Bay luxury cruises with new bold ideas to realize a world class standard accommodation on the water of Halong Bay.
Starlight luxury cruise ensures more spaces than any other cruise ship on Halong Bay as well as features chic decorated cabins and public areas. The ship’s 32 spacious staterooms feature all the high-end amenities of a five-star hotel of international standard.
The Halong luxury cruise is proud of the elegant-appointed public areas include a restaurant, two lounges, a library, a gift shop, a spa and a wine cellar. The expansive Sundeck is a haven for relaxation; where passengers mingle into unforgettable Halong Bay scenery on comfortable longer chairs while enjoying a cool drink served from the Uranus Bar. The concept of Starlight Cruise is distinguished from others with the definition of ultimate luxury. We believe that “luxury” should and must be built from every single aspect of a cruise trip, from modern facilities, professional and delightful hospitality onboard, exquisite cuisine, delicate dinning services, exciting excursions and entertaining, etc. Among which, caring, helpful and friendly staffs are the ambassadors of the luxury.
Day 1: Hanoi - Bai Tu Long Bay
08:00: 08:30
- Leave Hanoi for Halong City. Check in Oriental Sails JSC’s private waiting hall – The Oriental Sails Lounge in Hong Gai Tourist Wharf.
12:30 – 13:00
- Embark Starlight Cruise. Enjoy welcome drink and get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin.
13:15 – 16:00
- Have lunch while cruising in the magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay.
16:00 – 17:00
Visit Thien Canh Son Cave – the most beautiful cave in Bai Tu Long Bay
17:00 – 17:30
- Return to Starlight Cruise, Cruising to Cong Do Area, enjoy the sunset and relaxing with Jacuzzi.
17:30 – 19:00
- Try mini-golf on the top deck or take part in a cooking demonstration and food décor with our Chef. Happy hour with finger food is served.
19:00 – 21:00
- Dinner is served. Private dinner is available on request.
21:00 – 22:00
Join squid fishing with the crew, sing karaoke or just laze around, relax in your cabin. Overnight on board at Cong Do Area
Day 2: Bai Tu Long Bay - Hanoi
06:30 – 7:00
- Welcome a new day with amazing dawn on the Legendary Gulf of Tonkin. Refresh your body & soul by a Tai-chi lesson on sundeck.
07:00 – 08:00
- Catch morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, have breakfast while cruising toward Vung Vieng fishing village.
- Those are interested in local daily life: Take a bamboo rowing boat trip (around 45 minutes) around Vung Vieng fishing village – one of the largest fishing villages in Halong Bay to see the life of local fishermen. The village is set in closed lagoon, surrounded by mountains, excellent settings for some good photos.
09:00 – 09:30
- Return to Starlight Cruise for freshening up and checking out your cabin. Starlight Cruise weighs the anchor to continue roaming around the picturesque route toward Hon Gai harbor.
09:30 – 12:00
12:00
- Disembark. Cruise ends. then take drive back to Hanoi
16:30
Day 1: Hanoi - Bai Tu Long
08:00 – 08:30
- Leave Hanoi for Halong City. Check in Oriental Sails JSC’s private waiting hall – The Oriental Sails Lounge in Hong Gai Tourist Wharf.
12:30 – 13:00
- Embark Starlight Cruise. Enjoy welcome drink and get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin.
13:15 – 16:00
- Have lunch while cruising in the magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay.
16:00 – 17:00
- Visit Thien Canh Son Cave – the most beautiful cave in Bai Tu Long Bay
17:00 – 17:30
- Return to Starlight Cruise, Cruising to Cong Do Area, enjoy the sunset and relaxing with Jacuzzi.
17:30 – 19:00
- Try mini-golf on the top deck or take part in a cooking demonstration and food décor with our Chef. Happy hour with finger food is served.
19:00 – 21:00
- Dinner is served. Private dinner is available on request.
21:00 – 22:00
- Join squid fishing with the crew, sing karaoke or just laze around, relax in your cabin. Overnight on board at Cong Do Area
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay
06:30 – 07:00
- Start your day with Tai Chi on sundeck.
07:00 – 08:00
- Have breakfast at sunrise
08:30 – 10:30
- Picked up by day boat and cruise forward Lan Ha Bay.
10:30 – 12:00
- Kayaking at Dark and Light Cave.
12:00- 13:00
13:00 – 15:00
- Cruise to Three Peaches Beach, relaxing, kayaking and swimming
15:00 – 17:30
- Return to mother boat and overnight at Cong Do Area
Day 3: Bai Tu Long - Hanoi
06:30 – 7:00
- Welcome a new day with amazing dawn on the Legendary Gulf of Tonkin. Refresh your body & soul by a Tai-chi lesson on sundeck.
07:00 – 08:00
- Catch morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, have breakfast while cruising toward Vung Vieng fishing village.
08:00 – 09:00
Option 1: Fishing village visit
- Those are interested in local daily life: Take a bamboo rowing boat trip (around 45 minutes) around Vung Vieng fishing village – one of the largest fishing villages in Halong Bay to see the life of local fishermen. The village is set in closed lagoon, surrounded by mountains, excellent settings for some good photos.
Option 2: Beach and kayaking
- For those who like some water activities and beach. The tender shall take you to Ban Chan beach, where you can enjoy yourself on the beach, swimming or playing volleyball…, or try your hands in some kayaking in the magnificent setting for Halong Bay.
09:00 – 09:30
- Return to Starlight Cruise for freshening up and checking out your cabin. Starlight Cruise weighs the anchor to continue roaming around the picturesque route toward Hon Gai harbor.
09:30 – 12:00
12:00
- Disembark. Cruise ends. then take drive back to Hanoi
16:30
Overall rating
4.3 / 5
based on 5 reviews
Review summary
- Cruise condition/Cleanliness
4.2 / 5
- Room comfort/Standard
4.2 / 5
- Staff Performance
4.6 / 5
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Food/Dining
4.0 / 5
- Service Quality
4.6 / 5
- Value for money
4.4 / 5
Beautiful trip with an excellent guide
Spending three full days in Halong bay was one of the best decisions during our three week trip to Vietnam. In particular the day between arrival and departure day was really wonderful. And Mr. Man turned out to be the best guide possible. Knowledgeable, very competent and always with good sense of humour he introduced us to the secrets of Vietnam and its wonderful nature and people. We really recommend him for every trip you would like to undertake in Vietnam.
Clairy T
New Zealand
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
October 7, 2018
Natural wonders in Vietnam
Two day and one night cruise was great. An unexpected treat on my trip. Everything was organized and taken care off so just follow along when Tommy tells you and you will have a great time. Loved the kayaking and cave visit. Didn’t catch a squid but at least I tried. Learned how to make Vietnamese spring rolls and started the day with a Tai Chi lesson. Enjoyed the whole experience and the little things like a glass of cool tea in the lounge after our departure from the boat while waiting for the bus. Try it you will have a great time, hopefully you have Tommy as your guide or Jackie as your bus guide.
Mary T
Canada
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
September 11, 2018
Great time on the bay
Ha Long bay is absolutely stunning! Had a great time on board The Starlight with the crew from Oriental Sails! The ship was amazing, the crew great and Duong Van Tung (Mr tommy) was a brilliant guide!
Hardy J
New Zealand
Travelled as Couple
3 Days 2 Nights
August 14, 2018
Wow!
Originally we were supposed to cruise on a traditional Vietnamese junk but because of the large number of guests we were upgraded to the ship. As my title suggests, wow what a luxurious ship! The rooms are well air conditioned with large windows looking out from your room onto the bay. The room contains a spa bath, a television and all the mod cons. The bed is huge and comfortable.As part of the trip, you can row in a canoe or join a traditional sampan rowed by skillful ladies. What a way to see the many outcrops rising from the water as well as a traditional fishing village. If you decide to take the overnight cruise, as part of the package you can learn how to make traditional fried spring rolls and you get to eat them. Again, have I mentioned the views?…….yes the cruise is well worth it and we highly recommend it as part of your North Vietnam tour.
Micheal G
United States
Travelled as Group
2 Days 1 Night
July 18, 2018
Worth to go
What a nice trip to relax and enjoy. Entertaiment staff. A good time to memory.
Dani J
Canada
Travelled as Group
2 Days 1 Night
June 13, 2018
