Calista Cruise Overview
At a glance
Why choose Calista Cruise?
- Built 2025
- Luxury Cruises, Honeymoon Cruises, Family Cruises travel styles
- Capacity for up to 114 guests
The Calista Cruise, launched in 2025, is an elegant vessel offering luxury voyages through Halong Bay, blending timeless beauty with modern comforts and exceptional service.
Named 'Calista,' meaning 'most beautiful' in Greek, this cruise ship pays homage to the breathtaking natural splendor of Halong Bay. The Calista Cruise provides a luxurious and tranquil escape, inviting guests to connect with nature amidst first-rate amenities and facilities.
With a capacity for 114 guests across 38 premium cabins, each journey promises a harmonious blend of luxury and natural wonder. Guests can explore Halong Bay's stunning limestone karsts and vibrant marine life while enjoying a sophisticated onboard experience. The yacht features high-class amenities such as a panoramic bar, a spa, a fitness room, an elevator, and a dedicated kids' corner. Two opulent dining rooms offer outstanding bay views, complemented by an airy four-season swimming pool and a heated open jacuzzi for ultimate relaxation.
The Calista Cruise consistently receives high praise for its modern design and exceptional service. Guests frequently commend the ship's clean and stylish cabins, spacious layout, and high-quality facilities, including the infinity pool and private suites. The staff are often highlighted for their warm hospitality and attentiveness, going above and beyond to anticipate guest needs.
While feedback is overwhelmingly positive, some minor points mentioned include occasional loud music during dusk and dinner, which may not suit those seeking a quieter experience, and infrequent waiting delays during check-in. These minor issues are often acknowledged as part of a newly launched cruise, with guests noting that the friendly crew and beautiful scenery significantly enhance the overall experience. The cruise is considered an ideal choice for those seeking luxury, comfort, and engaging activities in Halong Bay, particularly highlighting its 23m² pool with a waterfall, modern spa, spacious suites, and memorable dinners under the stars with music and fireworks on selected evenings.
Cabin Types
Calista Ocean
Calista Bay
Legacy Suite
Horizon Suite
Majesty Suite
President Suite
Routes & Itinerary Comparison
Compare the published programs below. Stops and timings may change with weather, port authority instructions and the selected departure.
| Program | Duration | Route | Next departure | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calista Halong Bay Luxury Cruise – 2 Days 1 Night | 2 D / 1 N | Explore the classic Halong Bay route including Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Titop Island. | Ask for dates | $168 |
| Calista Halong Bay & Bai Tu Long Discovery – 3 Days 2 Nights | 3 D / 2 N | Explore Halong Bay's classic route and venture into the pristine Bai Tu Long Bay, including Trinh Nu area and Ba Trai Dao Beach. | Ask for dates | $331 |
Cruise Programs
Dining & Facilities
The Calista Cruise features five guest decks, meticulously designed to offer comfort, privacy, and an immersive connection with Halong Bay's landscape.
- 1st Deck: Houses the reception lounge, fitness room, and the Oceanus infinity pool. It also features 2 Calista Ocean cabins and 10 Calista Bay cabins, each with private balconies and bay views.
- 2nd Deck: Dedicated to dining and relaxation, featuring the Bayview Dining Restaurant, The Pearl Dining Room, and the Amber Spa. This deck also has 4 Calista Legacy cabins and provides convenient access to 2 spa rooms and a jacuzzi.
- Lower Deck: Home to the Kid Club, a vibrant play area for younger guests.
- 3rd Deck: Offers premium accommodations, including 2 Calista Majesty suites at the rear and 1 Calista President suite at the bow, both with large terraces. Additionally, there are 10 Calista Legacy cabins.
- 4th Deck: Features 2 Calista Horizon Suites at the rear with private terraces and 6 Calista Legacy cabins.
- Sundeck: Hosts the Calista Breeze Bar, an ideal spot for sunset cocktails and panoramic sightseeing.
- Oceanus Pool: A 25m² infinity pool located at the rear of the 1st deck, offering year-round swimming with stunning bay views.
- Fitness Room: Situated on the 1st deck, equipped with modern exercise machines like treadmills, stationary bikes, and dumbbells, all with full-height windows overlooking the bay.
- Oasis Jacuzzi: An open-air 13m² jacuzzi at the bow of the 2nd deck, providing a serene spot for relaxation amidst panoramic limestone scenery.
- Calista Amber Spa: Two elegant spa rooms on the 2nd deck offering a menu of massages, facials, and herbal therapies by expert therapists, including a full-body massage machine.
- Kid Club: A vibrant indoor playroom on the lower deck with slides and a ball pool, designed to entertain children.
The Calista Cruise features five guest decks, meticulously designed to offer comfort, privacy, and an immersive connection with Halong Bay's landscape.
- 1st Deck: Houses the reception lounge, fitness room, and the Oceanus infinity pool. It also features 2 Calista Ocean cabins and 10 Calista Bay cabins, each with private balconies and bay views.
- 2nd Deck: Dedicated to dining and relaxation, featuring the Bayview Dining Restaurant, The Pearl Dining Room, and the Amber Spa. This deck also has 4 Calista Legacy cabins and provides convenient access to 2 spa rooms and a jacuzzi.
- Lower Deck: Home to the Kid Club, a vibrant play area for younger guests.
- 3rd Deck: Offers premium accommodations, including 2 Calista Majesty suites at the rear and 1 Calista President suite at the bow, both with large terraces. Additionally, there are 10 Calista Legacy cabins.
- 4th Deck: Features 2 Calista Horizon Suites at the rear with private terraces and 6 Calista Legacy cabins.
- Sundeck: Hosts the Calista Breeze Bar, an ideal spot for sunset cocktails and panoramic sightseeing.
- Oceanus Pool: A 25m² infinity pool located at the rear of the 1st deck, offering year-round swimming with stunning bay views.
- Fitness Room: Situated on the 1st deck, equipped with modern exercise machines like treadmills, stationary bikes, and dumbbells, all with full-height windows overlooking the bay.
- Oasis Jacuzzi: An open-air 13m² jacuzzi at the bow of the 2nd deck, providing a serene spot for relaxation amidst panoramic limestone scenery.
- Calista Amber Spa: Two elegant spa rooms on the 2nd deck offering a menu of massages, facials, and herbal therapies by expert therapists, including a full-body massage machine.
- Kid Club: A vibrant indoor playroom on the lower deck with slides and a ball pool, designed to entertain children.
The Calista Cruise offers a refined culinary journey, blending traditional Vietnamese flavors with international influences. All dishes are prepared using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with menus rotated to ensure variety across meals. The experienced kitchen team can accommodate various dietary needs, including vegetarian, kid-friendly, gluten-free, or allergy-specific menus, with advance notice.
Meal times are typically 06:45 or 07:15 for breakfast, 13:00 for lunch, 19:00 for dinner, and 09:30 for brunch on the final day.
- 2-Day/1-Night Cruise: Includes 4 meals (1 buffet lunch, 1 set menu or BBQ dinner, 1 buffet breakfast, 1 buffet brunch).
- 3-Day/2-Night Cruise: Includes 7 meals (2 buffet lunches, 2 set menu or BBQ dinner, 2 buffet breakfasts, 1 buffet brunch).
Each guest receives two complimentary bottles of mineral water daily in their room. Other beverages are available for an additional charge from the bar menu.
- Alcohol: From US$53/bottle & US$6.5/glass
- Cocktails: From US$8.5/glass
- Non-alcoholic drinks: From US$3/item
- Bayview Dining Restaurant: The main dining venue on the 2nd deck, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views of Halong Bay. This elegant space seats up to 114 guests and serves most meals, including buffets and set menus, in a welcoming atmosphere.
- The Pearl Dining Room: A smaller, more intimate dining space available by request for VIP guests or private gatherings, offering a tailored experience.
- Calista Breeze Bar: Located on the sundeck, this open-air bar is perfect for enjoying handcrafted cocktails, wines, or fresh juices while watching the sunset. It's a popular spot for happy hour and social evenings.
The Calista Cruise offers a range of activities designed to enhance your Halong Bay experience, from cultural insights to adventurous excursions.
- Sung Sot Cave: Explore Halong Bay's largest cave, marveling at its dramatic stalactites, stalagmites, and spacious chambers. (Estimated visit: 1.5 hours)
- Luon Cave: Discover this magnificent cave by kayaking or bamboo boat, peacefully sailing through a calm lagoon surrounded by towering cliffs. (Estimated visit: 1 hour)
- Titop Island: Visit this island with its crescent-moon shaped beach. Guests can hike to the summit for panoramic bay views or relax on the beach.
- Trinh Nu Area (3-day tour only): Kayak through tranquil emerald waters, beneath towering limestone cliffs, and lush greenery.
- Ba Trai Dao Beach (3-day tour only): Enjoy swimming in crystal-clear waters, framed by soft white sand and dramatic limestone islets.
- Sunset Party & Cooking Class: Join the sunset party on the sundeck or near the pool from 17:30 to 18:30, enjoying cocktails, snacks, and music. Afterward, participate in an interactive Vietnamese cooking class to learn traditional dishes.
- Dinner on Sundeck: Weather permitting, enjoy dinner on the open-air sundeck with music. Fireworks are also offered on Friday, Saturday evenings, and for charter cruises.
- Night Squid Fishing: Try squid fishing with crew guidance after dinner (seasonal, typically July to August). Equipment is provided.
- Spa & Massage: The Calista Amber Spa offers various treatments, including full body massage, foot therapy, herbal hair care, manicure, and pedicure (Price: $25 - $70/service, Duration: 30 - 90 minutes/session).
- Sunrise Vovinam Session: Start your day with a traditional Vovinam martial arts session on the sundeck, offering a peaceful start to the morning.
Before You Book
Who this cruise suits
Luxury Cruises, Honeymoon Cruises, Family Cruises
Weather & special requests
Routes can change for safety or port-authority instructions. Tell us about mobility, dietary or celebration requirements before booking.
Review cancellation termsBooking Policies
Cancellation by Customer:
- More than 21 days before check-in: FREE of charge
- From 11 to 20 days before check-in: 30% of total rates
- From 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
- Less than 7 days before check-in & no Show: 100% of total rates
Cancellation due to bad weather:
If the cancellation is announced by the Management Board of Halong Bay, depending on the timing of the cancellation, the following policies will be applied:
- Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (none of the services has been used): 100% refund.
- During the trip (some services have been used: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
- If the trip is cut down from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged for a 2 days/1 night trip, plus other used services, the rest will be refunded.
The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
- Children under 5 years old: FOC (maximum 2 children), sharing EVERYTHING with parents.
- Children from 5 to 11 years old: will be charged 60% of the adult's rate per night sharing a bed with parents & 85% of the adult's rate per night if using an extra bed.
- Children from 12 years old will be charged the same as an adult.
- Children calculated by year of birth.
Departing from Hanoi:
For a seamless start to your journey, a limousine transfer service from Hanoi can be arranged (extra fee applies). Pick-up time is between 08:00 - 08:30. The journey to Halong Bay takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours in a 9-seat D-Car Limousine, equipped with leather reclining seats, charging ports, air conditioning, and complimentary bottled water.
Departing from Tuan Chau Port:
Guests preferring to make their own way should arrive at Lounge No. 37 – Tuan Chau International Marina, Ha Long City, before 11:30. This allows sufficient time for check-in and ensures you do not miss the scheduled tender boat transfer to the Calista Cruise.
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| Operator | Calista Cruise |
| Cruise Line | Calista Cruise |
| Ship Type | Luxury |
| Built Year | 2025 |
| Cabins | 38 |
| Passengers | 114 |
| Home Port | Tuan Chau International Marina, Ha Long, Quang Ninh, Vietnam |
