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Sena Cruises – Lan Ha Bay

★★★★
9.4/10 guest score · independent review analysis pending
No 25 | Tuan Chau Harbour, Halong City, Quang Ninh
from US$218 US$142/pax 35% off
Departure

No 25 | Tuan Chau Harbour, Halong City, Quang Ninh

Best for

Couples · Families · Groups

CRUISE OVERVIEW

Sena Cruises at a glance

Sena Cruises is a 2019-launched premium cruise cruise operating on the Lan Ha Bay route from No 25 | Tuan Chau Harbour, Halong City, Quang Ninh. The current product listing confirms 16 cabins and steel construction.

WHAT STANDS OUT
  • mid-range cruise with high service standard
  • Cozy boutique boat with a unique fusion design
  • Interesting itinerary through Lan Ha Bay with fun activities
ECOSAPA PLANNING NOTES
  • 2019 launch and 16 cabins
  • 2D1N route: Tuan Chau Port · Dark & Bright Cave · Tra Bau · Trung Trang Cave
  • 3D2N adds: Viet Hai Village
  • Onboard: Private Balcony · Private Terrace · Spa · Bar
ECOSAPA CRUISE ADVISOR

Is Sena Cruises right for you?

Use the notes below to compare the route, cabin setup and onboard facilities with the way you actually want to travel.

BEST FOR

Choose this cruise if…

  • Travelers who want to compare cabin sizes in the 25–50 m² range rather than choosing on price alone
  • Guests who value onboard features such as Private Balcony, Private Terrace, Spa, and Bar
  • Travelers considering 3D2N for extra stops such as Viet Hai Village
CONSIDER FIRST

It may not fit if…

  • Hanoi transfers may be optional or charged separately; confirm the transport option before checkout
  • Drinks beyond the included meal service may be charged separately
  • The extended itinerary uses a separate day boat for part of the second day
2D1N or 3D2N?

2D1N: 2 Days / 1 Night covers Tuan Chau Port, Dark & Bright Cave, Tra Bau, and Trung Trang Cave.

3D2N: 3 Days / 2 Nights covers Tuan Chau Port, Dark & Bright Cave, Tra Bau, Viet Hai Village, and Trung Trang Cave.

Cabin advice

Compare the 5 source-listed cabin categories by room size, deck, bed setup and maximum occupancy. Published room sizes currently span 25–50 m². Start with the lowest suitable category, then upgrade only for a feature you will actually use.

Cabin & Rates

Choose a sailing date first, then compare the exact cabin totals returned for that sailing.

BEST FORCouples · first-time cruisers

Deluxe Balcony

2 guests 25 m² Double / Twin1st deck

A balanced starting point if you want a comfortable private cabin without paying for the largest suite categories.

Why it works
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Shower
  • 25 m² of cabin space
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BEST FORCouples · view-focused travelers

Executive Balcony

2 guests 25 m² Double / Twin2nd deck

A stronger fit if a higher-deck position and private bay views matter more than simply choosing the lowest cabin category.

Why it works
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Shower
  • 25 m² of cabin space
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BEST FORFamilies & small groups

Deluxe Balcony Connecting

4 guests 50 m² Double / TwinSee cabin details

A practical fit when keeping everyone together matters more than booking separate cabins.

Why it works
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Shower
  • 50 m² of cabin space
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BEST FORFamilies & small groups

Executive Balcony Connecting

4 guests 50 m² Double / TwinSee cabin details

A practical fit when keeping everyone together matters more than booking separate cabins.

Why it works
  • Private Balcony
  • Private Terrace
  • Walk-in Shower
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BEST FORFamilies & small groups

Sena Terrace Suite

3 guests 40 m² Double / Twin2nd deck

A practical fit when keeping everyone together matters more than booking separate cabins.

Why it works
  • Private Terrace
  • Walk-in Shower
  • English speaking guide.
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Booking Policy

Price Includes
  • English speaking guide.
  • Entrance fees and sightseeing tickets.
  • Accommodation in air-conditioned cabin.
  • All meals on board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
  • Kayaking.
  • Wi-Fi on shuttle bus and waiting office.
  • Tea ceremony.
  • Welcome drinks, cold handkerchief.
  • Taichi class.
  • Insurance
  • VAT
Price Excludes+
  • Transfer services (Hanoi – Ha Long – Hanoi).
  • Drinks and gratuities and personal expenses.
Cancellation Policy+
  • 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
  • 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.
  • The trip be cut down from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged 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 Policy+
  • Children from 05 - 11: Stay with parent 75% adult rate
  • Children under 05: FOC, sharing EVERYTHING with parents
  • Only one (01) child under 4 years old sharing room with two (02) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin
  • From 12 years old: 100% adult rate

Cruise Itineraries

Choose the trip length, see what matters before departure, then open each day for the full program.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

What stands out on this cruise

  • Lan Ha Bay
  • 2D1N / 3D2N
  • Useful onboard features: Private Balcony, Bathtub, Spa
  • Route coverage: Lan Ha Bay
  • Compare 5 cabin categories before requesting availability
BEFORE YOU SAIL

What to prepare

  • Confirm passport details for cruise registration
  • Share child ages and cabin occupancy
  • Confirm Hanoi ↔ Halong transfer needs
  • Recheck final cabin and sailing schedule before payment
Itinerary at a glance

The 2 Days / 1 Night program presented in the operator’s original sequence. Exact timing and activities remain subject to weather and operating conditions.

MAP VIEW

Sena Cruises · 2 Days / 1 Night route map

Day 1: Dark & Bright Cave → Tra Bau. Day 2: Tra Bau → Trung Trang Cave.

Route: Dark & Bright Cave · Tra Bau · Trung Trang Cave 2 Days / 1 Night
Optional Hanoi transfer is mentioned in this itinerary and is shown as a land transfer, not a sailing route.
Start Day stop
Real map tiles · attraction points are approximate map locations for trip planning, not marine navigation
Day 1

Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina - Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Bright Cave

Morning

8:00 - 8:30: For customers who use the transfer service (not included in the cruise's price, book in the next step), you'll be picked up and travel to Halong.

11:30 - 12:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, then transfer to the Sena Cruise by tender. Embark and enjoy a welcome drink while listening to the cruise briefing and safety introduction. After that, check into your cabin.

Enjoy a fabulous buffet lunch while cruising to the pretty Lan Ha Bay, which is more peaceful than Halong Bay. Pass by the famous Finger Islet, Candle Islet, and thousands of unique limestone islands.

Afternoon

Travel to the Dark & Bright Cave (or the Tra Bau area) - famous for its natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape, which is perfect for taking photos. Let's enjoy a bamboo boat trip - an exciting activity to discover the authentic beauty of the limestone mountains of Lan Ha Bay.

Return to the ship, enjoy a sunset party, or swim around the boat. It's an ideal time for photography enthusiasts to capture the stunning sunset of the bay.

You can also join a cooking class to make delicious Vietnamese spring rolls. Before dinner, the captain will choose the most tranquil area to anchor overnight.

Evening

Have an incredible dinner at the restaurant. Afterward, guests can participate in nightlife activities: squid fishing, watching movies, drinking cocktails, and spa treatment (please book in advance).

Sena Cruises sailing through Lan Ha Bay
Day 1 · Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina - Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Bright Cave
Day 2

Lan Ha Bay - Tra Bau Area - Hanoi

Morning

For early risers, start a new day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Then, have a light breakfast, tea, and coffee in the fresh air and peaceful surroundings.

Exploring the Tra Bau area (or Trung Trang Cave), the filming location of the famous movie Kong: Skull Island, and relaxing in the natural atmosphere of the bay.

Kayaking in the Pretty Tra Bau Area

9:30: After an active morning, return to the cruise for checkout. A set menu lunch will be served at the restaurant later while the boat slowly navigates toward the Harbor.

NOTE: If you want to go to Cat Ba Island, contact the cruise, and we will transfer you by Sena Cruise small transfer boat to Gia Luan Port.

11:30 - 11:45: Disembark the boat, say goodbye to the crew, and transfer to the port by tender.

Afternoon

Get on a shuttle bus that transfers you from Halong Bay to Hanoi (not included, book in next step). Arrive in Hanoi around 14:30.

PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

Sena Cruises sundeck and outdoor seating overlooking Lan Ha Bay
Day 2 · Lan Ha Bay - Tra Bau Area - Hanoi

Good to know

  • PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

About Sena Cruises

Sena Cruises is a 2019-launched premium cruise cruise operating on the Lan Ha Bay route from No 25 | Tuan Chau Harbour, Halong City, Quang Ninh. The current product listing confirms 16 cabins and steel construction.

For the onboard decision, compare 5 cabin categories with published sizes of 25–50 m² and onboard features including Private Balcony, Private Terrace, Spa, and Bar. This is more useful than choosing by star label alone because the cabin layout and facilities vary materially between ships.

For itinerary planning, 2 Days / 1 Night visits Tuan Chau Port, Dark & Bright Cave, Tra Bau, and Trung Trang Cave; while 3 Days / 2 Nights visits Tuan Chau Port, Dark & Bright Cave, Tra Bau, Viet Hai Village, and Trung Trang Cave. Compare the actual stops and time on the bay before deciding between durations.

Facilities & Deck Plan

Sena Cruise Halong Bay is a cozy and boutique cruise with a cohesive traditional design for all 3 decks.

From the entrance of the 1st deck, there is the reception area, then the Lotus Restaurant and 06 Balcony Deluxe at the front.

The 2nd deck includes 08 Balcony Executive and 02 Terrace Suites with a broader bay view than the 1st deck. There is also a library area for guests who like a peaceful place.

Both Deluxe and Executive Cabins can be used as connecting rooms, which is suitable for families. The Terrace Suite is suitable for small groups as it has 3 beds and a larger terrace than other cabins.

The sundeck is designed for traveler’s entertainment with the Moonlight Lounge, a bar, and a spa on half of the sundeck. The other half is a relaxing spot with many comfortable sunbeds to chill out.

This Lan Ha Bay cruise offers modern facilities for customers at mid-range prices, providing a comfortable overnight stay.

Library

For any avid reader, this floating library may be the most fantastic facility onboard. It’s on the 2nd deck, stuffed with various books, and magazines on the shelves, written in both Vietnamese and English.

The library on board is a peaceful corner for book lovers.

Moonlight Lounge

This gorgeously decorated lounge lies on the highest deck with a capacity of 40 people and can be used for dinner. The highlight of this place is the wooden roof decorated with rattan lights. In the evening, guests can relax here and see the exceptional view of Lan Ha Bay under the sparkling roof.

The gorgeous design of Moonlight Lounge, decorated with handcrafted products

Spa room

Located on the sundeck and stays next to the bar is a spa room, equipped with high-quality products. After an active day, guests can get to this room and rejuvenate with professional treatments in a peaceful setting.

The elegant design of the spa room guarantees a soothing massage session

Sena Cruises sundeck and outdoor seating overlooking Lan Ha Bay
Facilities & Deck Plan · Sena Cruises
Service & Activities

On the Sena junk boat cruise, the 2-day-1-night trip takes you to the scenic Dark & Bright Cave and Tra Bau in Lan Ha Bay. On the 3-day-2-night, passengers will have an extra day in Viet Hai Village, Cat Ba Island.

No matter whether you stay on or off the board, there are various intriguing activities that you may try and services that you can enjoy.

Sightseeing activities

Rowing boat at Dark & Bright Cave

This is an amazing activity for travelers to participate in for around 1.5 hours on the first day. By getting on a bamboo boat rowed by locals, you will approach this magnificent cave under a mountain and take a look at the large stalactites on the ceiling.

Amusing rowing boat trip to discover Dark & Bright Cave and its surroundings

Explore Viet Hai Village

Offered on the morning of the 2nd day of the 3-day tour, visiting the pristine Viet Hail Village is a must-try activity. Let’s join us on a bicycle or electric cart excursion to see the untouched beauty of this location, visit the ancient house made from mud, and get a glimpse into local life.

Let’s join the cycling to Viet Hai Village and sightsee the beauty of nature

Unwind in the Tra Bau Area

Guests can spend an hour in Tra Bau admiring the beautiful scenery of Lan Ha Bay on the first and last days. This is one of the best places for kayaking and swimming due to its clean emerald sea, imposing islets, and lush flora. Feel free to sail your kayak, play with the float, and swim to cool yourself down.

Guests can have fun on the float provided by the cruise or swim in the cool sea

Onboard Activities

Spa & Massage

Price range: US $25 - $40/ session

Time: 30 - 60 minutes/ session

Get to the spa room on the Sena Cruise Halong Bay, you may enjoy a variety of professional treatments, including foot, head, body, shoulder, hot stone massage, etc. Experts will use traditional methods with herbs to provide guests with the most soothing experience.

Note: The price does not include 10% VAT. 5% SVC is subject to change; please confirm the price with the manager before booking the service.

Sunset Party & Cooking Class

Around dusk, there will be a sunset party on board, which is an excellent opportunity to capture the scenic sunset in Lan Ha Bay while also enjoying snacks and beverages on the sundeck.

You will also have a chance to join the interactive cooking class at the restaurant to challenge your skills in preparing the renowned Vietnamese spring rolls and try the food you make.

Other services

During your overnight stay, you can spend your free time reading books at the library, try squid fishing at night, or play board games. The cruise also offers services such as karaoke after dinner, honeymoon/birthday decoration, and in-room breakfast.

Entertain by singing karaoke with your travel companions
Sena Cruises spa and wellness facilities on board
Service & Activities · Sena Cruises
Food & Drink
Cuisine style

On this mid-range cruise, guests will enjoy a delightful array of tasty dishes with an emphasis on Vietnamese cuisine and seafood, all made by dexterous chefs. Except for buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner are set menu meals so every guest has the same portion.

Tasty dishes are carefully selected by the chefs on Sena Cruises.

Breakfast is usually at 7:00, lunch is from 13:00, dinner is served from 19:00, and brunch is at 10:00. Here are the meals included on this overnight cruise:

3d2n trip: 02 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 breakfasts, and 01 brunch.

Note: The menu changes according to the season, but the quality of the food is still guaranteed. If you have any special requests regarding meals like diet or vegetarian, you must inform the cruise team before onboarding.

Beverages

As for drinks, the 02 complimentary bottles of water and tea ceremony are included in the cruise price. Meanwhile, other drinks will be charged according to the following menu.

Alcohol: From US $7/ glass, from US $35/ bottle

Non-alcoholic: From US $2/ glass

Note: The menu and price list are for reference only, it is subject to change.

Lotus Restaurant

This French Indochina-themed restaurant on the 1st deck can hold up to 40 people. With its elegant design of the wooden interior, this restaurant gives you a cozy and intimate dining experience.

Lotus restaurant with classic wooden interiors
Sena Cruises restaurant and onboard dining area
Food & Drink · Sena Cruises
Transportation

You can book a shuttle bus or private transfer to travel to the port (both with an extra fee, contact your travel consultant to book in advance). The car is equipped with modern facilities, aircon, leather seats, phone chargers, etc for a pleasant drive.

From Hanoi Old Quarter

Daily pick-up time for guests is 8:00 - 8:30 for those who stay at the Old Quarter. For guests far from there, the pickup point should be near the Opera House, 01 Trang Tien Str.

From Tuan Chau Marina

Passengers who travel by themselves from Hanoi must show up at Lounge 25, Tuan Chau Harbor before 11:30 for check-in procedures before transferring to Sena Cruise Halong Bay.

Sena Cruises sailing through Lan Ha Bay
Transportation · Sena Cruises
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Questions & Answers

1. Is 2D1N or 3D2N better on Sena Cruises?

Choose 2D1N when time is limited and you want the core overnight experience around Dark & Bright Cave, Tra Bau, and Trung Trang Cave. Choose 3D2N when you want a slower trip with a full extra exploration day, adding Viet Hai Village.

2. Does the 3D2N Sena Cruises itinerary use a day boat?

Yes. The published 3D2N program includes a separate day-boat excursion for part of the middle day. Check the exact stops for your sailing because the day-boat route can differ from the main ship’s overnight route.

3. Which bay and route does Sena Cruises follow?

Sena Cruises is currently listed on the Lan Ha Bay route. Published itinerary stops include Dark & Bright Cave, Tra Bau, Trung Trang Cave, and Viet Hai Village.

4. Where does Sena Cruises depart from?

Sena Cruises currently lists its cruise check-in / departure location as No 25 | Tuan Chau Harbour, Halong City, Quang Ninh. Reconfirm the meeting point and arrival time before travel because port arrangements can change.

5. Is the Hanoi to Halong transfer included with Sena Cruises?

Not by default. The current Sena Cruises data treats the Hanoi–Halong transfer as an optional or separately charged service, so confirm the vehicle type, pickup point and return plan together with the cabin.

6. How should I choose a cabin on Sena Cruises?

The current cruise data lists 5 cabin categories with published room sizes of 25–50 m². Compare room size, bed setup, deck, occupancy and balcony/bathroom features before paying for an upgrade.

7. Is Sena Cruises suitable for families with children?

Sena Cruises lists family or connecting options such as Deluxe Balcony Connecting and Executive Balcony Connecting. The cruise also has a source-synced child policy, so send each child’s age before booking to confirm the correct cabin and fare.

8. Can Sena Cruises handle vegetarian or special dietary requests?

The current Sena Cruises information indicates that special food or dietary requests can be communicated in advance. Send vegetarian, allergy, non-seafood or other requirements before the cruise and reconfirm them in the final booking note.

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