Amethyst Day Cruise
Amethyst Day Cruise is a budget day cruise on Halong Bay, perfect for travellers short on time. Visit the bay's highlights with lunch, kayaking and cave exploration included.
Duration
Day Cruise
Route
Halong Bay
Class
Budget
Cabins
Day Cruise
Hull
Steel hull
Launched
2023
About Amethyst Day Cruise
Amethyst Day Cruise sails the scenic waters of Halong Bay, departing from Tuan Chau Marina. Launched in 2023, this day cruise and a relaxed, attentive service that has earned a 9.3/10 rating from 20 guest reviews.
Onboard experiences include kayaking, caves, swimming, with fresh local seafood served throughout the day cruise program. Our local team personally inspects every cruise so you book with confidence at the best available rate.
Onboard Facilities
Activities & Experiences
5 things we love most about Amethyst Day Cruise
Cruise Itinerary
Programs and schedules subject to change due to weather conditions.
Route Map
Amethyst Day Cruise · Day Cruise
- 1Tuan Chau Marina
- 2Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave
- 08:00
Optional shuttle pick-up from your Hanoi hotel for the transfer to Tuan Chau Marina.
- 11:30
Board Amethyst Day Cruise, enjoy a welcome drink and set sail into Halong Bay.
- 12:00
A set-menu seafood lunch is served on board while cruising past the karst islands.
- 13:30
Visit Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave with your guide.
- 14:30
Kayaking and a stop at Titop Island for swimming and photos.
- 16:00
Return to Tuan Chau Marina and transfer back to Hanoi.
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 day cruise boarding time.
Cruise Inclusions & Options
Everything that is and isn't covered, plus our cruise & booking policies.
- Day cruise with set-menu seafood lunch
- Kayaking & cave visit
- 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 on board: 12:00pm – 12:30pm
- Check-out / disembark: 4:30pm (same day)
- Children under 5 sharing existing bedding: free of charge (max 1 child per cabin)
- Children 5–11 sharing with 2 adults: 75% of the adult rate
- Children from 12 are charged as adults
- Single occupancy supplement: +70% of the per-person rate
- Peak surcharge applies on national holidays, Christmas & Lunar New Year
- A maximum of 2 adults + 1 child, or 3 adults, per standard cabin
- A 20% deposit is required to confirm your booking; the balance is due on the cruise day
- Secure online payment by Visa, Mastercard, JCB or bank transfer
- Free cancellation up to 7 days before departure for a full refund
- Cancellation 3–7 days before departure: 50% charge
- Cancellation within 48 hours or no-show: 100% charge
- Free amendment of travel dates once, subject to availability (up to 7 days before departure)
- Instant e-confirmation and voucher sent to your email after payment
20 customer reviews for Amethyst Day Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding7
- Excellent12
- Very good1
- Good0
Traveler type
- Family with children5
- Groups of friends3
- Mature couples3
- Solo travellers4
- Young couples5
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.
Guest reviews
- 9.5Mihail Georgiev🇧🇬 Bulgaria26-01-2025
Excellent
The cabins are stylish and quiet, the itinerary well paced, and the team genuinely friendly and helpful.
Groups of friends - 9.5Sofia Rossi🇮🇹 Italy18-05-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Solo travellers - 9.8Daniel Schmidt🇩🇪 Germany15-08-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Young couples - 9.0Ananya Rao🇮🇳 India14-07-2025
Excellent
Amazing views, excellent service and a beautifully equipped cabin. The kayaking and cave visit were highlights.
Family with children - 9.0Emma Whitfield🇬🇧 United Kingdom14-03-2025
Excellent
The cabins are stylish and quiet, the itinerary well paced, and the team genuinely friendly and helpful.
Mature couples - 9.2Chen Li🇨🇳 China13-02-2025
Excellent
Amazing views, excellent service and a beautifully equipped cabin. The kayaking and cave visit were highlights.
Family with children - 9.7Lucas Moreau🇫🇷 France09-04-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Young couples - 9.3James Patterson🇦🇺 Australia06-06-2025
Excellent
Outstanding food and an incredibly attentive crew. The sunset on the sun deck is something we will never forget.
Mature 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.
Yes, a fresh seafood lunch is served on board and included in the price.
Questions & Answers (291)
Looking for more info? Send your question and our Hanoi team will answer it here as soon as possible.
- ?
Asked by Sophie L. · 1 day, 15 hours ago
Do you have a family suite available for 3 adults on a day cruise trip in July, and how much does it cost?
1 answerAAnswered by Annie (Ms.) · 16 hours ago
Thank you for your interest in Amethyst Day Cruise. Yes — our Family Suite comfortably fits 3 guests. For your dates the best available rate is around $72 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 Mariana · 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 Lucas · 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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