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Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise

 Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hanoi
 Code: VNNG121

Overview

Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury One Day Cruise (also known as Dolphin Halong Beach Club) is one of the most luxury day cruises in Halong Bay. Launching in September 2025, Dolphin Halong Bay Luxury Cruise is not just a cruise but a luxury entertainment and resort complex floating on the water of Ha Long Bay. The cruise becomes the symbol of the luxury, entertainment cruise of Halong. Travelling with Dolphin Cruise Day Boat, you will experience a luxury Halong Bay day cruise designed with modern architecture and luxurious facilities including Vietnam’s largest four-season swimming pool, a 360° panoramic lounge with space for up to 600 guests, and the iconic Dome stage stage for unforgettable DJ parties.

The Dolphin Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise is a place where you can retreat yourselves in Halong Bay. It is a combination of luxury facilities with a modern beach club concept. The private bungalows, a relaxing four-seasons swimming pool, and a premium lounge will allow travelers enjoy panoramic views of the bay. With a dedicated meeting room and a spectacular dome stage, Dolphin Cruise is also perfect for events, parties, or team-building activities. With  five spacious decks, Dolphin boat offers travelers the perfect blend of sightseeing, entertainment, and relaxation. This is an ideal choice for travelers who are seeking a memorable Halong Bay experience.

Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise Highlights

  •   Decks:  • Lower Deck:  • Main Deck • Upper Deck • Sun Deck • Sky Deck
  •   Tonnage: 1500 Tons
  •   Floor Area: 1800 m2 basement floor area
  •   Capacity: 761 passengers
  •   Height:  22 m     Width: 20 m       Length: 99.9 m
  •   • Unique Retreat Bungalows: For the very first time in Halong Bay, resort-style bungalows on board Dolphin Halong Cruise
  •   • Four-seasons Swimming Pool: Covering 268m2 with dimensions of 33m in length, 8.3m in width, and1.4m in depth
  •   • Meeting Room: Nearly 200m2 and is designed to fully accommodate high-level conferences, seminars, and executive gatherings
  •   • Premium Lounge: A signature space redefining onboard leisure with elevated design, seamless comfort
  •   • Dome Stage: Upper Deck, the largest dome stage in Vietnam - spanning 88m2 - stands as the vibrant heart of dazzling nights aboard Dolphin Halong Cruise.

Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise Summary

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 Activities: 

07:00 AM – 07:30 AM: Hanoi Pick-up

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Halong Bay. There will be short breaks along the way for rest and refreshments.

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM: Boat Check-In

When reaching the Halong International Cruise Port, you will be warmly welcomed by our friendly Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise team and we will assist you with the check-in procedure at Legacy Voyages Vietnam Lounge before boarding on Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise.

10:45 AM – 11:00 AM: Boarding 

You will be transferred to the luxury Halong Bay day cruise - Dolphin Cruise by electric car and tender boat.

11:00 AM – 12:30 AM: Welcome and Lunch Time

After boarding Halong Bay Dolphin Cruise, you will be welcomed on board with a refreshing drink, followed by safety instructions, cruise rules, and a quick overview of the itinerary for 1-day trip in Halong Bay.

You will then savor a delicious buffet lunch with a wide variety of dishes while the Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise gently sails through the emerald waters of Halong Bay. You will have the chance to admire the limestone islands rising from the sea like “dragon’s teeth” and take in the stunning scenery of Halong Bay.

12:30 AM – 13:45 PM: Luon Cave Visiting

Halong Dolphin Cruise will arrive at Luon Cave, a hidden gem of Halong Bay, where you can kayak yourself through the water tunnel or take a sampan boat rowed by a local to explore Luon Cave, or simply stay on Dolphin Cruise and relax. This small but beautiful cave opens into a quiet lagoon, surrounded by high cliffs and green trees. It’s a calm and scenic spot, perfect for you to take photos to save your precious memories in Halong Bay.

14:00 PM – 15:15 PM: Surprise Cave Visiting

After exploring Luon Cave, you will go back on Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise to get to visit the impressive Surprise Cave, one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay, famous for its thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.

15:15 PM – 16:30 PM: Titop Island Visiting

After visiting Halong Surprise Cave, we will move to Titop Island (Titov Island), a crescent-shaped beach in Halong Bay. Here, you can experience a lot of interesting activities such as swimming, kayaking or climbing more than 400 steps to the top of Titop Island for a panoramic view of Halong bay. This is a not-to-missed destination for tourists when exploring Ha Long Bay. If you prefer, you can stay on Dolphin Cruise to enjoy the pool or relax in the lounge.

16:30 PM – 17:45 PM: Sunset

As Dolphin Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise makes its way back to Halong International Cruise Port, you will enjoy light snacks and live music while watching the sunset. You can also relax in the luxury pool and admire the magical atmosphere of sea and sky before returning to your hotel in Hanoi.

17:45 PM – 18:00 PM: Disembarking 

You will return to Halong International Cruise Port, say goodbye to our crew members, disembark, and then go back to Hanoi by our limousine bus or your private car/bus.

20:30 PM – 21:00 PM: Hanoi Arrival

You will arrive back at your hotel in Hanoi. End of a fulfilling day with a 7-hour journey on Halong Bay Dolphin Cruise.

Thanks for choosing Dolphin Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise for a day trip in Halong Bay with Vietnam Escape Tours. We hope you enjoy your memorable journey in Halong Bay and we look forward to welcoming you aboard again for another unforgettable experience in the future.


Dolphin Halong Bay Luxury By Night     - 66.00 USD/person

17:30 PM – 18:00 PM:

After reaching Halong International Cruise Port, you will be warmly welcomed by our Dolphin Cruise team and we will assist you to complete the check-in procedure at Legacy Voyages Vietnam Lounge before boarding on Halong Bay Dolphin Cruise.

You will then be transferred to Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise by tender boat and enjoy a welcome drink while listening to a safety briefing on Dolphin Cruise and an overview of the dinner cruise itinerary.

18:00 PM – 18:30 PM:

You can take in the breathtaking views of Halong Bay at night while Dolphin Cruise leaves Halong International Cruise Port. The beauty of Halong Bay at night is mysterious and lively, which is different from Halong Bay daytime scenery. The air is cooler at night, and you can feel the breeze from the sea, breathe in the peaceful atmosphere of the sea and let yourself fully relax.

18:30 PM – 19:15 PM:

You will join the sunset Canapé party with light snacks and drinks on the sundeck. There will also be a live band playing music to create a vibrant atmosphere. While Dolphin Cruise sails further into Halong Bay, you can sip a drink, enjoy the live music, or relax in our four-season Jacuzzi.

19:15 PM – 20:15 PM:

You will savor a delicious buffet dinner offering Asian, European, and local Vietnamese dishes on Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise. You will have the chance to try a mix of international food and traditional specialties of Halong. This is also a good time to sit down, talk with your family or friends and enjoy your comfortable meal on Halong Bay Luxury Dinner Cruise – Dolphin Cruise.

20:15 PM – 22:00 PM:

After dinner, guests can enjoy more music and spend time on the deck of Dolphin Cruise to see Halong Bay at night. The water is calm and the lights from the city look different from the daytime view. Instead of visiting caves or islands like in the day tours, Halong Bay Dolphin Dinner Cruise focuses on relaxing, enjoying the fresh air, and having a quiet but memorable time on the water.

22:00 PM – 22:15 PM

Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise slowly returns to the Halong International Cruise Port. You will have the time to say goodbye to our friendly Dolphin cruise crew and then we will help you disembark. This is the end of the simple but memorable evening cruise journey in Halong Bay.


Thanks for choosing Halong Bay Dolphin Dinner Cruise for the evening trip in Halong Bay with Vietnam Escape Tours! We hope you enjoy your unforgettable journey in Halong Bay and we look forward to welcoming you on board again.

INCLUSIONS

Welcome drink

Sunset canapé party

Premium buffet lunch (Buffet can open from 30 pax up)

All entrance & sightseeing fees

Enjoy the four - seasons swimming pool and jacuzzi experience

Round-trip electric cart transfer from the port to the cruise

Live music performance

VAT Tax

EXCLUSIONS

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi Transfer

Drinks except mentions in Inclusion

Spa & massage services

Tips & other personal expenses

Visa or airfare arrangements

Accommodation

Other expenses not mentioned in Inclusion

 Meals:  Lunch

Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise

Full Itinerary

Day 1

Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise

  Transfer from Hanoi to Halong for visiting Halong Bay on Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise

 Activities: 

07:00 AM – 07:30 AM: Hanoi Pick-up

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Halong Bay. There will be short breaks along the way for rest and refreshments.

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM: Boat Check-In

When reaching the Halong International Cruise Port, you will be warmly welcomed by our friendly Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise team and we will assist you with the check-in procedure at Legacy Voyages Vietnam Lounge before boarding on Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise.

10:45 AM – 11:00 AM: Boarding 

You will be transferred to the luxury Halong Bay day cruise - Dolphin Cruise by electric car and tender boat.

11:00 AM – 12:30 AM: Welcome and Lunch Time

After boarding Halong Bay Dolphin Cruise, you will be welcomed on board with a refreshing drink, followed by safety instructions, cruise rules, and a quick overview of the itinerary for 1-day trip in Halong Bay.

You will then savor a delicious buffet lunch with a wide variety of dishes while the Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise gently sails through the emerald waters of Halong Bay. You will have the chance to admire the limestone islands rising from the sea like “dragon’s teeth” and take in the stunning scenery of Halong Bay.

12:30 AM – 13:45 PM: Luon Cave Visiting

Halong Dolphin Cruise will arrive at Luon Cave, a hidden gem of Halong Bay, where you can kayak yourself through the water tunnel or take a sampan boat rowed by a local to explore Luon Cave, or simply stay on Dolphin Cruise and relax. This small but beautiful cave opens into a quiet lagoon, surrounded by high cliffs and green trees. It’s a calm and scenic spot, perfect for you to take photos to save your precious memories in Halong Bay.

14:00 PM – 15:15 PM: Surprise Cave Visiting

After exploring Luon Cave, you will go back on Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise to get to visit the impressive Surprise Cave, one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay, famous for its thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.

15:15 PM – 16:30 PM: Titop Island Visiting

After visiting Halong Surprise Cave, we will move to Titop Island (Titov Island), a crescent-shaped beach in Halong Bay. Here, you can experience a lot of interesting activities such as swimming, kayaking or climbing more than 400 steps to the top of Titop Island for a panoramic view of Halong bay. This is a not-to-missed destination for tourists when exploring Ha Long Bay. If you prefer, you can stay on Dolphin Cruise to enjoy the pool or relax in the lounge.

16:30 PM – 17:45 PM: Sunset

As Dolphin Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise makes its way back to Halong International Cruise Port, you will enjoy light snacks and live music while watching the sunset. You can also relax in the luxury pool and admire the magical atmosphere of sea and sky before returning to your hotel in Hanoi.

17:45 PM – 18:00 PM: Disembarking 

You will return to Halong International Cruise Port, say goodbye to our crew members, disembark, and then go back to Hanoi by our limousine bus or your private car/bus.

20:30 PM – 21:00 PM: Hanoi Arrival

You will arrive back at your hotel in Hanoi. End of a fulfilling day with a 7-hour journey on Halong Bay Dolphin Cruise.

Thanks for choosing Dolphin Halong Bay Luxury Day Cruise for a day trip in Halong Bay with Vietnam Escape Tours. We hope you enjoy your memorable journey in Halong Bay and we look forward to welcoming you aboard again for another unforgettable experience in the future.


Dolphin Halong Bay Luxury By Night     - 66.00 USD/person

17:30 PM – 18:00 PM:

After reaching Halong International Cruise Port, you will be warmly welcomed by our Dolphin Cruise team and we will assist you to complete the check-in procedure at Legacy Voyages Vietnam Lounge before boarding on Halong Bay Dolphin Cruise.

You will then be transferred to Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise by tender boat and enjoy a welcome drink while listening to a safety briefing on Dolphin Cruise and an overview of the dinner cruise itinerary.

18:00 PM – 18:30 PM:

You can take in the breathtaking views of Halong Bay at night while Dolphin Cruise leaves Halong International Cruise Port. The beauty of Halong Bay at night is mysterious and lively, which is different from Halong Bay daytime scenery. The air is cooler at night, and you can feel the breeze from the sea, breathe in the peaceful atmosphere of the sea and let yourself fully relax.

18:30 PM – 19:15 PM:

You will join the sunset Canapé party with light snacks and drinks on the sundeck. There will also be a live band playing music to create a vibrant atmosphere. While Dolphin Cruise sails further into Halong Bay, you can sip a drink, enjoy the live music, or relax in our four-season Jacuzzi.

19:15 PM – 20:15 PM:

You will savor a delicious buffet dinner offering Asian, European, and local Vietnamese dishes on Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise. You will have the chance to try a mix of international food and traditional specialties of Halong. This is also a good time to sit down, talk with your family or friends and enjoy your comfortable meal on Halong Bay Luxury Dinner Cruise – Dolphin Cruise.

20:15 PM – 22:00 PM:

After dinner, guests can enjoy more music and spend time on the deck of Dolphin Cruise to see Halong Bay at night. The water is calm and the lights from the city look different from the daytime view. Instead of visiting caves or islands like in the day tours, Halong Bay Dolphin Dinner Cruise focuses on relaxing, enjoying the fresh air, and having a quiet but memorable time on the water.

22:00 PM – 22:15 PM

Dolphin Halong Bay Cruise slowly returns to the Halong International Cruise Port. You will have the time to say goodbye to our friendly Dolphin cruise crew and then we will help you disembark. This is the end of the simple but memorable evening cruise journey in Halong Bay.


Thanks for choosing Halong Bay Dolphin Dinner Cruise for the evening trip in Halong Bay with Vietnam Escape Tours! We hope you enjoy your unforgettable journey in Halong Bay and we look forward to welcoming you on board again.

INCLUSIONS

Welcome drink

Sunset canapé party

Premium buffet lunch (Buffet can open from 30 pax up)

All entrance & sightseeing fees

Enjoy the four - seasons swimming pool and jacuzzi experience

Round-trip electric cart transfer from the port to the cruise

Live music performance

VAT Tax

EXCLUSIONS

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi Transfer

Drinks except mentions in Inclusion

Spa & massage services

Tips & other personal expenses

Visa or airfare arrangements

Accommodation

Other expenses not mentioned in Inclusion

 Meals:  Lunch

Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise

Trip Notes

Inclusions

  •   Welcome drink
  •   Premium buffet lunch (Buffet can open from 30 pax up)
  •   Entrance & sightseeing tickets
  •   English/Vietnamese-speaking tour guide
  •   Sunset canapé party
  •   Enjoy the all-season pool and jacuzzi experience
  •   Live music performance
  •   Round-trip electric cart transfer from the port to the cruise
  •   VAT Tax

Exclusions

  •   Hanoi - Halong Port - Hanoi  Sharing Limousine Transfer ( book in the next steps) - 30 USD/person or private transfer
  •   Kayakaing or Sampan boat - 10 USD/person
  •   Bungalow on cruise
  •   Drinks except mentions in Inclusions
  •   Spa & massage services
  •   Tips & other personal expenses
  •   Visa or airfare arrangements
  •   Accommodation
  •   Other expenses not mentioned in Inclusions

Accommodation

Destinations 3 Star Class 4 Star Class 5 Star Class

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Reviews

10

James

United States

"excellent day cruise in Halong - Dolphin Cruise"

Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise

WEe are from United States. We really enjoy a day boat on Dolphin luxury. Picked up fom Hanoi with limousine transfer which is very luxury and on time. More than 2 hours from Hanoi to Halong Bay with a break along the highway. We had very good time on the cruise with friendly staffs and Dolphin cruise is very luxury. It is so huge and i thought it was the overnight cruise. We feel very safe on the cruise as it is a huge and morden cruise. Guide on Dolphin spoke English well and humorous. He showed us many things in Halong and we learnt a lot from him. The swimming on the cruise is so nice and we could enjoy swimming on the cruise. That was incredible for swimming on the a beatiful swimming on Dolphin. This is suitable for the family with children as kids love swimming in this large swimming so much.

10

William

United Kingdom

"Luxury Dolphin Halong boat"

Halong Bay Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise

That was amazing cruise day cruise in Halong Bay. All services are good even that is a new cruise. The cruise itself is a luxury and the swimming pool is so large. We could enjoyed swimming on the cruise among a beautiful place of Halong Bay. Lunch on the cruise is fabulous. All the staffs on the cruise are very friendly and helpful. i recommend you do kayaking as it is very interesting activities when you can paddle yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Dolphin Luxury Halong Day Cruise has a large swimming pool so you can enjoy swimming in the pool. That is a four seasoned swimming pool so you even can enjoy swimming in the cold season.

Yes, Halong Dolphin Luxury Day Cruise has limousine van for the round trip transfer Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi. When you book the Dolphin Day Cruise you can book the sharing limousine transfer or you can book a private transfer depending on your group. The sharing limousine from Hanoi can pick you up from Hanoi Old Quarter. If your hotels are not located in Hanoi Old Quarter please go to Hanoi Opera House for the pick-up.

Yes, the swimming pool on Dolphine Halong Bay luxury day cruise is a 4 season- swimming pool so you can do swimming in winter. For the summer they will not heat the pool.

Yes, Dolphine Halong luxury cruise is a new and very good crusie in Halong Bay. It is a day cruise but it is as large as a big overnight cruise so it is safe for travelers. Dolphine cruise day cruise is a luxury with modern facilities, amenities also. It has a nice swimming pool and bungalows. If you wish to book Dolphine luxury Day cruise, please contact Vietnam Escape Tours for booking the cruise. Vietnam Escape Tours is a reputed local tour company in Vietnam who has very good relation with different crusies and can offer your a good deal for Dolphin Cruise and other cruises.

No, Dolphin Cruise Halong can not arrange the pick-up from Noi Bai Airport with it's shairng bus. However, Vietnam Escape Tours can arrange the pick-up from Noi Bai Airport with a private transfer for your group. However, you need to get out Noi Bai Airport before 7.00 AM to have enough time for transfer to the port. We recommend you go to Halong for Dolphin Cruise not in the day you arrive Hanoi by flight because if your flight is delayed and you may miss the cruise.

You can book Dolphin Cruise Halong directly with the cruise or you can book with travel agents like Vietnam Escape Tours in a tour package with other services like Ninh Binh Tour, Sapa tours and accommodation in Hanoi and around. Vietnam Escape Tours has many good deals for you when you book a package tour. We have good relationship with the cruise and we can offer a good deal for you with 24/7 support. Please let us know your information like how many people you are, your travel date and we will arrange the cruise booking for your group.

You should book Dolphin Cruise Day Cruise Halong in advance to make sure the cruise is available especially in the high season from October to the end of April. From May to Sep it is high season for local people and local people travel more at the weekend so this time of year please note that the weekend it is easy to be fully booked so booking in advance is advised also.