Iris Day Cruise Overview
At a glance
Why choose Iris Day Cruise?
- Built 2023, refurbished 0
- Luxury Cruises, Day Cruises travel styles
- Capacity for up to 99 guests
Experience a luxurious full-day journey through Halong Bay aboard the Iris Day Cruise, featuring exquisite dining, relaxing amenities, and captivating cave and island explorations.
The Iris Day Cruise offers a refined full-day exploration of Halong Bay, designed to provide a sense of elegance and relaxation amidst the iconic karst landscapes. Launched in 2023, this modern steel vessel welcomes up to 99 guests, providing a comfortable and well-appointed setting for sightseeing and leisure. It caters particularly well to families and couples seeking a premium day trip experience.
Spanning three distinct decks, the cruise ship is thoughtfully designed for passenger comfort and enjoyment. The main and upper decks house two sophisticated restaurants, each featuring expansive windows that frame the dramatic bay scenery. These dining spaces provide a warm and inviting ambiance for all meals served onboard.
For relaxation and entertainment, the Iris Day Cruise boasts an open-air sundeck, offering ample space for up to 80 guests to unwind. This area is complemented by two bars and a newly installed jacuzzi pool, perfect for soaking while admiring the surrounding natural beauty. Live music performances and a canapé service further enhance the onboard atmosphere.
Dining on the Iris Day Cruise is a culinary highlight, with chefs crafting a diverse menu of Vietnamese and international dishes. Lunch is a substantial affair, served either as an international buffet for larger groups or a refined set menu for smaller gatherings. The day concludes with a delightful sunset canapé party, accompanied by refreshing drinks and background DJ music.
The vessel’s thoughtful design and comprehensive amenities ensure a memorable journey, combining active exploration of Halong Bay’s famous sites with periods of onboard comfort and indulgence, making it an ideal choice for a luxurious day excursion.
Travelers consistently rate the Iris Day Cruise highly, with an overall rating of 9.2 out of 10 based on 13 reviews. Guests frequently commend the vessel for its comfort and modern, clean design. The itinerary is praised for being well-paced, balancing active excursions like cave visits and kayaking with opportunities for relaxation on deck. The staff are often highlighted for their friendly and attentive service, with tour guides noted for their helpfulness and English proficiency. The buffet lunch and sunset canapés also receive positive mentions for their quality and taste, contributing to a generally relaxing and enjoyable day trip experience through Halong Bay's stunning scenery.
Cabin Types
Full Day Access
Day Cruise Experience
Deck Plan
Routes & Itinerary Comparison
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- Two spacious restaurants (Main Deck: 70 guests; Upper Deck: 30 guests)
- Two mobile bars on the sundeck
- Open-air Jacuzzi pool (accommodates up to 10 people)
- Expansive sundeck with seating for up to 80 guests
- Observation areas with panoramic windows
- Two spacious restaurants (Main Deck: 70 guests; Upper Deck: 30 guests)
- Two mobile bars on the sundeck
- Open-air Jacuzzi pool (accommodates up to 10 people)
- Expansive sundeck with seating for up to 80 guests
- Observation areas with panoramic windows
The Iris Day Cruise provides a distinguished culinary experience, featuring a wide array of Vietnamese and international dishes prepared by skilled chefs. Lunch is served from 11:30 AM and is a highlight of the cruise. For groups of 30 guests or more, an extensive international buffet with up to 50 dishes is offered. For fewer than 25 guests, a carefully curated set menu is provided.
Guests can also enjoy a delightful sunset canapé party, offering tasty desserts and fresh beverages as the cruise returns to the pier. Special main course options, such as Lobster, Tenderloin beef, Cod Fish, or specific Vegetarian meals, are available with an additional surcharge starting from US $24 per person.
While complimentary water is provided, other beverages are available for purchase from the bar menu. Pricing for additional drinks is as follows: alcoholic shots from US $7.5, soft drinks from US $5 per item, and cocktails from US $2.5 per glass. The bar offers a diverse selection including house wines, premium wines, champagne, red wines, various spirits, fresh fruit juices, mocktails, sparkling water, coffee, and teas.
- Explore Sung Sot Cave, a magnificent grotto
- Discover Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat
- Visit Titop Island for swimming or hiking to the summit
- Enjoy a sunset canapé party with live music
- Listen to background DJ music onboard
- Receive a welcome drink and cold towel upon boarding
- Attend a safety briefing by the cruise manager
- Benefit from English/Vietnamese-speaking onboard guidance
- Access 24/7 customer service
Before You Book
Who this cruise suits
Luxury Cruises, Day Cruises
Embarkation & transfers
Departure details: Halong International Port, Halong City, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam.
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Review cancellation termsNot included
- Transportation to and from Ha Long Bay
- All beverages beyond complimentary water
- Kayak rental: 100,000 VND per kayak per person per turn
- Rowing boat rental: 100,000 VND per person per turn
- Gratuities and any other services not explicitly listed as included
Booking Policies
- Transportation to and from Ha Long Bay
- All beverages beyond complimentary water
- Kayak rental: 100,000 VND per kayak per person per turn
- Rowing boat rental: 100,000 VND per person per turn
- Gratuities and any other services not explicitly listed as included
- Free cancellation is available for bookings.
- Specific cancellation terms apply to each cruise; please refer to the detailed cruise information or contact sales for further clarification.
- Cancellation by Customer:
- More than 21 days before check-in: No charge
- 11 to 20 days before check-in: 30% of total rates
- 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
- Less than 7 days before check-in or no-show: 100% of total rates
- Cancellation due to Adverse Weather (by Halong Bay Management Board):
- Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (no services used): Full refund
- During the trip (some services used, e.g., transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong): Used services will be charged, remaining balance refunded.
- If a multi-night trip is shortened (e.g., 2 nights to 1 night): Guests will be charged for a 2-day/1-night trip plus any other used services, and the rest will be refunded.
- The final refund amount will be confirmed via email by your consultant. For urgent assistance, please contact directly.
- Children under 2 years old: Free of charge
- Children from 2 to 4 years old: Surcharge of 300,000 VND per child
- Children from 5 to 11 years old: Surcharge of 75% of the adult price
- Children 12 years and older: Charged at the full adult price
A limousine shuttle bus service is available for transfer from Hanoi to Halong International Cruise Port, though this service is not included in the cruise price. The limousine departs daily from the Hanoi Old Quarter between 7:00 AM and 7:45 AM, offering a luxurious and comfortable journey. The roundtrip transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter costs $40 per person.
For guests arranging their own transport, it is essential to arrive at the cruise port before the check-in time of 10:00 AM.
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| Operator | Iris Day Cruise |
| Cruise Line | Iris Day Cruise |
| Ship Type | Luxury |
| Built Year | 2023 |
| Refurbished | 0 |
| Cabins | 0 |
| Passengers | 99 |
| Home Port | Halong International Port, Halong City, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam |
