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Carina Cruise
Departure Port: Block 25, Tuan Chau Island, Halong, VietnamExcellent Based on 9 reviews
Timely pick up from the hotel at Hanoi. Good bus (with wifi). The cruise itself is just superb. ...
About Carina Cruise
Carina Cruise is a boutique vessel with only nine luxurious en-suite cabins. With an objective of bringing passengers the most personalized services and the cozy and intimate space, Carina Cruise only caters for individuals, couples, and small groups. The medium-sized space makes the cruise spacious enough to not be cramped but small enough for your personal privacy.
Regarding to facilities on board, Carina Cruise has a sundeck with panoramic view of Halong Bay, bar and restaurant with the capacity of 20 passengers, and 9 luxury en-suite cabins. Cabins are divided into two types including 5 Deluxe Cabins (on the first deck) and 4 Premium Cabins (on the second deck). All cabins have windows in order to provide the best view for passengers.
Choosing Carina Cruise, tourists can delight in doing the most anticipated activities in Halong Bay like swimming, kayaking, fishing, snorkeling, local boat rowing, and trekking to the top of the island. The cruise will take you to visit beautiful attractions in the Bay such as Surprising Cave, Van Gia Floating Village, Three Peaches Islets, Dark and Light Cave, and a pearl farm.
3 things that we love most about Carina Cruise
- Boutique cruise style with only 09 cabins
- Premium cabins with balcony
- Free shuttle bus from Hanoi and back
Full Itinerary
Get ready to be picked up between 7:45 and 8:15 at your hotel. This four-hour-drive offers you a wonderful opportunity to admire Vietnam countryside with green fields and peaceful rivers. However, if you are not interested, prepare for yourself an interesting book or a pair of headphones. Arrive in Tuan Chau Marina in the midday, embark on board, and enjoy a welcome drink. Then, hospitable crew will help you to complete the check-in procedure.
AfternoonArrive at Surprising Cave , explore the cave and find out how the cave was named a Surprising. Heading to Titop island area. Drop anchor in the calm water surrounded by beautiful islets. Visit Titop island for swimming and snorkeling or do the short trek to the top of island to have the overview of Halong bay from here Heading back toward the sleeping area
EveningSummit on the sundeck watching the sunset, enjoy Sunset party. It’s ideal time to make acquaintance with new friends, sharing your traveling experience or simply watching the sunset - An authentic Vietnamese menu is served. After dinner, reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails at our bar, or take for you one of our onboard activities: book reading, games, movies, and squid fishing…
The morning is always the nicest time in Halong Bay with magnificent sunset, fresh air, and cool breezes. Wake up early to not miss this gorgeous moment. Tai Chi Session will take place on the sundeck at 6:30. A breakfast will be served 30 minutes later following a local style.
Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Luon Cave.
Take your bamboo boat rowed by the locals to visit how beautiful of the cave Following this visit is another stop at a stunning isolated lagoon, where you can delight in swimming. After returning on the ship and checking out the cabins, take advantage of the last moments to admire stunning seascape. An interesting cooking demonstration showing you how to make spring rolls is followed by an early lunch. At noon (around 12:00), as Carina Cruise arrives in Tuan Chau Pier, time to embark and say goodbye to the crew team.
Carina Shuttle Bus or Private Car will transfer you back to your hotel in Hanoi at 4:30. Trip ends!
Last updated 13:01 Tuesday 18 Apr 2017
Important Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay:
- The cancellation decision is made by Management Board of Halong Bay on the day of the trip in case of bad weather conditions. In such case, we will make alternative travel arrangement for you on request or offer refund in accordance with the cruise policy (Read more about cancellation due to bad weather).
Cruise Inclusions & Options
- Children less than 5 years of age are FOC, sharing a room with parent/s.
- Children from 5 to 11 years of age are charged 75%, sharing a twin room
- Children from 12 years of age and above are charged as adult
- The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults on mattress.
- Lunar New Year surcharge: 20% room rate on 15, 16, 17 Feb 2018
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
- From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates
- From 6 to 3 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates.
- Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
- Beverages, Tips & Personal expenses
- Massage (optional)
- Bank charge (for payment by credit card)
- Airfares
- Welcome drink
- Deluxe en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water
- All meals on boat
- English & French speaking tour guide on board
- Kayaking or bamboo boat
- Entrance & Sightseeing fees
- Cooking demonstration
- Tai Chi
- Insurance, taxes and service charges
Asked by Eleanor Smith | Sep. 27, 2023 09:13
What is the refund policy in case of cancellation due to bad weather?
Answered by Cindy | Sep. 27, 2023 09:14
Dear Eleanor, Thank you for your question! Please refer our policy for cancellation due to bad weather below: (1) If the tour is cancelled in advance with prior notice, full refund will be made. (2) If the tour is cancelled midway through, you will be charged for service already use (such as shortened cruise trip, or breakfast, or shuttle bus, whichever applies in specific case). Best regards, Cindy (Ms.)
Asked by muni | Aug. 31, 2023 09:31
Hi! Would you be able to provide Halal meals? Thank you in advance!
Asked by Kelly J | Aug. 31, 2023 09:30
Hello! I was just wondering how many passengers you take on your cruise?
Asked by lesley | Aug. 26, 2023 09:19
Hello. Please can you advise if we book a Seaplane Sightseeing (25min) on the morning we disembark from the cruise, would you still include the transfer back to Hanoi after the cruise? Thank you
Answered by Cindy | Aug. 26, 2023 09:21
Dear Lesley, Thank you for your question! Please be advised that the cost for seaplane sightseeing (25min) is only for seaplane. You need to book private transfer to Hanoi separately as the shuttle bus will leave for Hanoi before the time you take seaplane. Best regards, Cindy (Ms.)
Asked by John Lee | Aug. 26, 2023 09:16
Hello, I am very interested in booking a 3 day cruise. Does the Carina offer Wifi access on the boat so I can read an ebook or maybe a movie in my room at night? Thank you!
Answered by Cindy | Aug. 26, 2023 09:16
Dear John Lee, Thank you for your question! Please be advised that there is wifi on boat, but the signal is very weak and not stable due to condition on the sea thus I am not sure if you can read ebook or watch movie in your room. Best regards, Cindy (Ms.)
Asked by Salvatore | Aug. 22, 2023 09:28
I'm interested to the 2days/1night cruise. It's not clear to me if Kayaking is available or not when visiting Luon Cave. Thank you !!!
Answered by Sunny | Aug. 22, 2023 09:29
Dear Ms. Mr/ Salvatore, Thank you so much for your contacting us and we offer 2 options for clients to visit Luon cave: (1) Kayaking by yourself; (2) Join bamboo boat with other clients - rowing by local people. Thus, you could pick the one that you are interested in. Please no worries. Thank you! Kind regards, Sunny (Ms)
Asked by YLTan | Jul. 28, 2023 09:15
Is the kayaking trip to Bright and Dark cave included in the 2D1N cruise?
Answered by Cindy | Jul. 28, 2023 09:15
Dear YLTan, Thank you for your question! Please be advised that both Carina and Calypso do not do kayaking through Dark and Bright cave. Please refer some options which sails to Lan Ha Bay such as Orchid cruises, Mon Cheri cruise, or Era cruise. Please share with me more details about your inquiry for our further assistance. Best regards, Cindy (Ms.)
Asked by Sam Hanson | Jun. 23, 2023 09:40
Hello, we are looking to come in March. Does the 2 night/1 day package include Kayaking? I can see people kayaking in the pictures, however the itinerary doesn't mention this. Thanks
Answered by Joy | Jun. 23, 2023 09:41
Dear Sam Hanson, Thank you very much for your email! With regard to your question, Carina Cruise do offer free kayaking for 2 days 1 night thus please don't worry. If you need any further information, please feel free to email me. Best regards, Joy (Ms)
Asked by EIDA SAZALI | Jun. 17, 2023 09:13
hello, i would like to know if you accept special dietary request? thank you.
Answered by Sunny | Jun. 17, 2023 09:14
Dear Ms. Eida, Thank you so much for contacting us. For our cruise trip, we could arrange vegetarian food for our clients. May I know if it is alright for you? I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. It’s my pleasure to help! Best regards, Sunny (Ms)
Asked by Martino Prestana | Jun. 17, 2023 09:12
Hi, is there any lunch served on arrival on the first day?
Answered by Sunny | Jun. 17, 2023 09:12
Dear Mr. Martino Prestana, Thank you for your inquiry. My name is Sunny from Halong Bay Tours department and I am very glad to assist you with your trip. For your requirements, please kindly note that we include full meals for our overnight cruise trip. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us! Kind regards, Sunny (Ms)
Asked by Abu | Apr. 20, 2022 08:44
Does the 4-hour journey from Hanoi to Halong and back have toilet stops? My wife has a condition that requires her to go every two hours. Secondly, is the surprising cave tiresome for the legs? My wife cannot walk or climb stairs too long. We prefer more swimming in the sea than hiking, cycling or kayaking. Thanks!
Answered by Melissa | Apr. 20, 2022 08:45
Dear Mr. Abu, Thank you for your inquiry and we are so happy to hear of your trip plan to Halong Bay. Please note that: - We now use expressway so it takes over 2.5 hours to get from Hanoi to Halong Bay. You can request for toilet stop which is in the middle of the way - The Surprise cave can be a bit of a challenge if your wife cannot climb - As Carina Cruise does not yet operate, can you consider other options please? I look forward to hearing from you! Melissa (Ms.)
Asked by Hinal | Jul. 20, 2021 11:06
Hi, do you have vegetarian options for your included meals? I do not eat meat, eggs or seafood but dairy is fine.
Answered by Cindy | Jul. 20, 2021 02:08
Dear Hinal, Thank you so much for your contacting us. For your requirement about the vegetarian food, please kindly no worries as all boats could prepare it for you if you inform us in advance of your travel date. However, Carina Cruise is currently no longer available, please refer to our best cruises via the link: https://www.halongbaytours.com/cruises/best-sellers.html Please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Cindy (Ms)
Asked by Courtney Lee | May. 11, 2018 06:06
Hi, we're looking at booking for 7 adults - 3 deluxe rooms, 1 with extra mattress from 21/6 for 2n3d. What's would be the price for this? We don't want be stay in 4 rooms, we prefer to stay in 3.
Answered by Jolie | May. 11, 2018 06:10
Dear Ms. Courtney, Thank you for your question! I would like to confirm that we can place an extra mattress in deluxe cabin for the third person so you can take 3 cabins for 7 persons. If you need further information please feel free to let us know! Best regards, Jolie
Asked by Tina Lay | Jan. 03, 2018 10:40
Hi we like to book 20th January 2018 2day/1 night. Would like to know pickup is ok from Spring Flower Hotel 45 Hang Bo - Hoan Kiem Hoan Kiem Hanoi Vietnam also delux room is avialabe
Answered by Sunny | Jan. 04, 2018 10:31
Dear Ms. Tina Lay, Thank you so much for your contacting us and our shuttle bus surely could do pick you up and drop off right at your hotel thus please kindly no worries. At the moment, we still have 01 Deluxe cabin on Carina cruise available on your trip date with the cost at US $ 300 for 2 persons sharing 01 cabin for 2days 1night including bus transfer round trip. Thus please consider and return to me if you wish to go ahead with us. Kind regards,
Asked by Monica Soto | Jan. 03, 2018 06:29
Hello! I'm interested in booking this cruise February 23rd 2018 with my husband but we are arriving the 22nd at night time around 21:00hrs. Firstly I would like to know if you can help us with the letter for the visa to enter Vietnam. Secondly, I would like to know what would be the best area to stay in Hanoi for the first night for the pick-up and also at what time and where is the pick-up done. Please let me know to see the visa stuff if not before taking the cruise Thank you
Answered by Sunny | Jan. 04, 2018 10:35
Dear Ms. Monica, Thank you for your contacting us and please kindly find my comments as below: - We offer free visa approval letter for our clients, however may I know your nationality thus I could double check and return to you with the exact answer. - As our shuttles bus only do pick up and drop off clients within Hanoi Old Quarter area thus please kindly try to book your hotel within this area. Our bus do pick up clients at around 07.45 - 08.30Am and return to Hanoi after cruise trip at around 04.30 - 05.00PM. Thank you! Kind regards, Sunny (Ms)
Asked by Salvatore | Dec. 30, 2017 10:10
Hello, we are 2 adults and 1 kid (8 years) and we are interested to book with CARINA cruise a 2D/1N excursion on the 12-13 of March 2018. Do you have availability for these dates ? We don't want to use the shuttle bus and we would like to know if you can organize a PRIVATE Car transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay and, after the cruise, another PRIVATE Car transfer from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh. If not, could you please advise if there are problems in organizing these transportation from ourselves ? Thank you.
Answered by Cindy | Jan. 04, 2018 10:35
Dear Mr. Salvatore, Thank you for your email! I am glad to assist you in arranging the Halong bay trip next year for your family! As I have checked, we still have room available on 12 - 13 March and we can also arrange a private car Hanoi - Halong - Ninh Binh for you thus our cost below: The detailed price has been emailed to you. Should other information needed, please feel free to let me know. Best regards, Cindy (Ms.)
Asked by Jessica Brisebois-Hetu | Nov. 29, 2017 10:51
Hi I want to know on the first day if a lunch is offered thank you
Asked by Gideon Tan | Nov. 29, 2017 10:49
Hi, Do you have available deluxe room for 9-10th December?
Asked by Emma Norum | Aug. 01, 2017 11:51
if we are staying outside of the old quarter but still require a shuttle bus, is it possible for us to get our own transportation into the old quarter and be picked up from the location of any hotel in the old quarter?
Answered by Sunny | Aug. 01, 2017 11:52
Dear Ms. Emma, Thank you so much for your contacting us and if you are staying outside of the old quarter, you will need to take the taxi on your own to our office at 72 Hang Trong street to join the bus. Thank you! If you have any other questions please let m eknow! Kind regards, Sunny (Ms)
Asked by Jac | Jun. 29, 2017 12:30
Hi, Interested in booking a 3d2n on 6th to 8th Aug 17. Would like to check if shuttle service is free from Hanoi Old Quarters area? Also, I have 3 pax, can all 3 of us share a room? Thank you.
Answered by Lisa | Jun. 29, 2017 12:32
Dear Jac, Thank you for your question. I confirm that the shuttle bus for Carina Cruise is free of charge, with pick up and drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter area only. There is no family cabin on Carina so I suggest you take 1 double and 1 single cabin side by side. Best regards,
Asked by Mr Lim | Jun. 14, 2017 09:51
Hi , I am mr lim, would like make booking on the below date: Check in - 20th Aug Check out: 21th Aug I am still planing to book a hotel in hanoi, just need your confirmation which part of Hanoi is your pick out area so I could plan for hotel booking Also,in your cruise do you have Spa service ? Let me know Thanks, Mr Lim
Answered by Cindy | Jun. 14, 2017 09:53
Dear Mr. Lim, Thank you for your question and I am glad to know you are visiting Halong Bay in August. We offer shuttle bus pick up in Hanoi Old Quarter area only. There is no spa service on Carina Cruise but there are many good ones in Hanoi Old Quarter area. If you need some recommendations please let me know. Best regards,
Asked by YoungHee Lee | Jun. 14, 2017 09:50
Please let me know the price is included the shuttle bus from and to Hotel in Hanoi? Also Is it possible to pick up & drop from / to Hanoi Hoa Duong Hostel (01 Hang Mam Street,Hoan Kiem District, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, , Vietnam)?. Thanks. YH Lee.
Asked by Jennifer johnson | Jun. 14, 2017 09:48
Hi my husband and I are looking at the 2 day 1 night cruise on July 29th. We were wondering if we could take a shuttle the day before the cruise and then head back to hanoi after the cruise?
Answered by Lisa | Jun. 14, 2017 09:49
Dear Ms. Jennifer Johnson, Thank you for contacting us and we can surely arrange you to take the shuttle bus the day before. However please be prepared to get to the pier yourself on the 29th as we cannot pick up in Halong Bay area! If you have any other question please let me know! Lisa (Ms.)
Asked by Riley | Jun. 14, 2017 09:47
Hi, do you offer free shuttle bus from Hanoi to Ha long? And can I ride kayaks for free in cruise?
9 Customer reviews for Carina Cruise
Excellent
Based on 9 reviews
| Cruise quality |
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9.7 |
| Food/Drink |
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9.4 |
| Cabin quality |
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9.6 |
| Staff quality |
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9.7 |
| Entertainment |
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9.1 |
| Outstanding: | 1 |
| Excellent: | 7 |
| Very good: | 1 |
| Mature couples: | 3 |
| Solo travellers: | 1 |
| Family with children: | 1 |
| Groups of friends: | 2 |
| Young couples: | 2 |
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise trip
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Shailesh Saxena India 24-03-2017
Excellent
Timely pick up from the hotel at Hanoi. Good bus (with wifi).
The cruise itself is just superb. Those mystical islands gliding past you in a timeless pace
Great room. Stayed on the top deck rooms with small balconies
Food: Amazing. Should be the best food we ever had. You will be stuffed.
Crew: They would do anything to take care of us.
The day boat was large and clean. The safety standards were not compromised even once. Even if we took the small boat for 5 minutes, everyone had to wear the life jacket. They even had life jackets for the young one.
Drinks were a bit costly as expected. Water, tea, coffee should be included.Cruise quality 10 Food/Drink 9 Cabin quality 10 Staff quality 10 Entertainment 10 -
Emma Cowan UK 23-03-2017
Excellent
We really enjoyed this cruise. It was one of our highlights of Vietnam. There are plenty of options for cruising in Halong Bay but after seeing some of the other boats we were pleased with our choice.The cruise itself was superb including safety aspects. The 24 hour experience was well structured and organised. However, drinks on ship are too expensive. Anyway, I would definitely recommend you guy for the Halong Bay tour! Cheers.
Cruise quality 10 Food/Drink 9 Cabin quality 10 Staff quality 10 Entertainment 10 -
Junhee Huang South Korea 21-03-2017
Outstanding
We were satisfied with everything provided by the cruise and crew team!
Cruise quality 10 Food/Drink 10 Cabin quality 10 Staff quality 10 Entertainment 10 -
Daniel Hernander Mexico 20-03-2017
Excellent
We were lucky to take the cruise on a nice weather. Everything was excellent. The trip was really well-organized. The cabins were delightful, spic and span clean with en suite facillities.The catering service was beyond expectation, and service by all the staff was excellent.
More entertainment in the TV would be helpfulCruise quality 10 Food/Drink 10 Cabin quality 10 Staff quality 10 Entertainment 9 -
Joji George Varghese India 15-03-2017
Excellent
Our tour guide was really helpful, always took care of us. The meals, the cabin... were all great. However, you should be more flexible in pickup. Spend 1 additional hour due to other pickups. Overall a FANTASTIC MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE.
Cruise quality 9 Food/Drink 10 Cabin quality 9 Staff quality 9 Entertainment 10 -
Danielle Mckeen Australia 12-03-2017
Excellent
I am surprised at how good the guide's English is. Like a native!
The shuttle bus is quite uncomfortable, but more due to road conditions than driver's skill.Cruise quality 9 Food/Drink 9 Cabin quality 9 Staff quality 10 Entertainment 8
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