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Sena Cruises 3 Days 2 Nights
No 25 | Tuan Chau Harbour, Halong City, Quang Ninh
9.3Excellent - 149 reviews

Sena Cruises 3 Days 2 Nights

No 25 | Tuan Chau Harbour, Halong City, Quang Ninh
9.3Excellent - 149 reviews
Launched in 2019
16 Cabins
Sena Cruise
Cruise-Lines: Sena Cruises
  • Bar
  • Karaoke
  • Spa & Massage
  • Library
  • Private Balcony
Why choose Sena Cruises?
  • Best mid-range cruise with high service standard

  • Cozy boutique boat with a unique fusion design

  • Interesting itinerary through Lan Ha Bay with fun activities

Cabin & Rates

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Deluxe Balcony Most popular

Deluxe Balcony

2 pax
25.0 m2
Double / Twin
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Executive Balcony

Executive Balcony

2 pax
25.0 m2
Double / Twin
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Deluxe Balcony Connecting

Deluxe Balcony Connecting

4 pax
50.0 m2
Double / Twin
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Executive Balcony Connecting

Executive Balcony Connecting

4 pax
50.0 m2
Double / Twin
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Sena Terrace Suite

Sena Terrace Suite

3 pax
40.0 m2
Triple
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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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.
  • The increase of entrance fee which can be applied in 2024 according to Lan Ha Bay Management.
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

If the cancellation be announced by the Management Board of Halong Bay, depend on the timing of the cancellation, 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.
  • 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 stay with parents: FOC
  • 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

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2 days
3 days
Day 1: Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina - Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Bright Cave
Day 2: Cat Ba Island - Viet Hai Village
Day 3: Lan Ha Bay - Tra Bau Area - Halong Bay - Hanoi
Last update 09:08 Wednesday 31 Jan 2024
  • PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

About Sena Cruises

Launched in 2019, the 4-star Sena Cruises is a traditional Vietnamese boutique ship. On this wonderful mid-range cruise to Lan Ha Bay, passengers have acknowledged Sena for its all-inclusive and authentic cultural design. This trip is anticipated to bring you the best overnight experience for every guests.

Facilities & Deck Plan

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

The 1st deck: From the entrance, there is the reception area, then the Lotus Restaurant and 06 Balcony Deluxe cabins.

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

Both Deluxe and Executive Cabin 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: 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.

Deck Plan 1

Deck Plan 1

Deck Plan 2

Deck Plan 2

Deck Plan 3

Deck Plan 3

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

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

Lotus Restaurant with Classic Wooden Interiors

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 written in both Vietnamese and English.

Bright Library and Corridor

A peaceful corner for book lovers

Moonlight Restaurant

This gorgeously decorated restaurant lies on the sundeck with a capacity of 40 people. Used for dinner, Moonlight Restaurant provides customers with an exceptional view of Lan Ha Bay at night under the sparkling roof.

Moonlight restaurant at the Upper Deck

Gorgeous design of Moonlight Restaurant

Service & Activities

The 2-day-1-night tour takes you to the pretty 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.

NOTE:  At the end of the trip, you can ask for a tender boat to Cat Ba Island (extra fee).

Rowing boat at Dark & Bright Cave

An amazing activity for travelers to approach this magnificent cave under a mountain in the afternoon of the 1st day for around 1.5 hours.

Amusing boat trip to Dark & Bright Cave

Amusing boat trip to Dark & Bright Cave

Explore Viet Hai Village

Only being offered on the morning of the 2nd day of the 3-day tour. Let’s discover the unspoiled beauty of this village, visit old houses made from mud, and see the stunning nature surrounding it on a bicycle or electric cart.

Kayak in Tra Bau Area

On the morning of the last day, guests can take in the wonderful landscape of Lan Ha Bay for 1 hour on a kayak in Tra Bau.

Spa & Massage

  • Price range: US $20 - $40/session 
  • Time: 30 - 60 minutes/session

On this 4-star cruise, you may enjoy various kinds of massage, such as foot, head, body, shoulder, hot stone, etc. using traditional methods with herbals. 

Sena Spa Menu

Various Spa Options

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

You can also read books, squid fishing, or play board games on board. The cruise also offers services such as karaoke, honeymoon/birthday decoration, afternoon tea party, and in-room breakfast.

Food & Drink

The overnight packages are provided with fabulous meals that serve Vietnamese food and international dishes; all are made by dexterous chefs. Except for buffet breakfast, lunches & dinners are set menu meals so every guest has the same portion.

Breakfast is usually at 7:00, Lunch is from 13:00, and Dinner is served from 19:00.

If you have any special requests regarding meals like diet or vegetarian, you must inform the cruise team before onboarding. 

Tasty dishes with Beautiful Decoration

Tasty Dishes to Enjoy

Drink Options

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

  • Alcohol: From US $7/ glass, from US $35/bottle
  • Non-alcoholic: From US $2/ glass

Sena's Drink List

The Drinks Menu On Board

NOTE: The menu is for reference only, it is subject to change.

Transportation

You can book a shuttle bus or private transfer to travel to the port (both with an extra fee, contact your travel assistant to book). 

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 the cruise.

Reviews

BestPrice's Reviews: 9.5/10

  • Inspection date: November 2022
  • Cruise: Sena Cruise
  • BestPrice Travel inspector: Mr. Huan Nguyen

After an inspection trip lasting 2 days, I highly recommend Sena Cruise for mid-range travelers who want an authentic trip in Lan Ha Bay. This cruise has a unique design with classic wooden interiors, plus handmade bamboo and rattan decorations.

Cabins & Facilities: 9.4/10

The facilities of the cruise are still in good condition, the decor was gorgeous with many handmade products. My Deluxe Balcony Cabin was pretty and well-equipped. However, there are some dated facilities.

Pros

  • Traditional-styled design with wooden base furniture creates a delicate ambiance.
  • Gorgeously designed Moonlight restaurant with rattan lights, perfect for pictures.
  • The cruise has a library, 1 indoor & 1 outdoor restaurant, which is rare for a 4-star cruise.
  • All rooms have a private balcony and a nice layout, making the cabins bright and airy.

Airy Cabin with Huge Window

Spacious and Pretty Terrace Suite

Cons

  • All cabins on board don’t have bathtubs, only standing showers.

 

Foods & Drinks: 9.3/10

The menu includes many Vietnamese and European foods. The quality is good but nothing was outstanding for me, except for the seafood. The drinks are also average.

Pros

  • Especially great seafood and fresh local ingredients.
  • Lunches and dinners so you don’t have to worry about the food running out like eating a buffet.
  • Have a different vegetarian menu that can be changed as the customer requests.

Cons

  • Only breakfast has a buffet so the options during lunch and dinner meals may be a bit limited for some guests. 

Tasty tradional Vietnamese Dish

Vegetarian Dish

 

Activity & Itinerary: 9.4/10

Overall, the activities in the Sena Cruises were quite amusing. I especially liked the boat trip to Dark & Bright Cave as the scenery was so breathtaking. Overall, the activities were pleasant and suitable for many travelers.

Pros

  • Spectacular bamboo boat trip to the stunning Dark & Bright Cave
  • Interesting kayaking time in Tra Bau as you can freely immerse yourself in the pristine nature.
  • Various services on board so you don’t get bored: karaoke, squid fishing, spa, library, bar, etc.

Cons

  • The 2d1n tour is short and doesn't explore Lan Ha Bay much.

Discover the magnificent landscape

Amusing activities during the trip

 

Services: 10/10

The service on the Sena Cruises is exceptional, with outstanding staff from the cruise manager to the regular crew. There is nothing to criticize about how this ship provides services to its passengers.

The tour guide is attentive and knowledgeable, and most employees are also highly informed about Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay.

 

Sena Cruise Reviews on TripAdvisor

  • Number of reviews: 214 
  • Excellent: 200 /214 reviews

Generally, Sena on TripAdvisor is praised for its fantastic services, with many compliments on the guide, cruise staff, boutique design, and comfortable cabin. 

However, there are some complaints about the average food, poor sewage system and the rushed schedule on the 2-day tour.

Overall, this cruise has a good ratio of positive reviews, up to 99%, which is amazing.

Sena Cruise On Tripadvisor

Sena Cruises On Tripadvisor

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating

Based on 147 customer's reviews

9.3
Excellent
Traveler rating
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Score breakdown
  • Cruise quality 9.3
  • Food/Drink 9.2
  • Cabin quality 9.2
  • Staff quality 9.7
  • Enter/act 9.2
9.6
Excellent - Christian
Indonesia Indonesia
01/10/2024

We booked an individual round trip with BestPrice Travel. The agency booked flights, hotels, transfers, and excursions for us. We were very satisfied with the service before and during the trip.
My Uyen was always available if we had any questions, and we received helpful answers quickly.
The agency is definitely recommendable, and we will book with them again.

9.1
Excellent - Hesketh Rigby
France France
21/09/2024

The cruise was great and the transfer to the airport was pleasant. Arriving at the airport I found that the handle on the side of my case had been broken. The handle at the top is intact.
The case has only been out of my possession to be taken on and off the boat. The case was in good condition and was of good quality.

8.9
Very good - Corrigan
Australia Australia
10/09/2024

Thank My Uyen so much. We very much enjoyed the food, the staff, and the boat. They were all amazing. Was expecting much more regarding the canoeing/caving experience. What we saw was amazing, but would have enjoyed seeing a lot more caves than just the one, as beautiful as it was. Thank you

9.4
Excellent - Mr.Matthew
Australia Australia
27/08/2024
Amazing

The views were magnificent. Cruising in Lan Ha Bay was really great. Excellent accommodations and meals, and the entire crew team was really helpful and kind. Absolutely recommend them!!

We booked everything via Jasmine, who was really helpful and did an excellent job of ensuring that everything went well and just as planned.

9.3
Excellent - David J
Ireland Ireland
20/08/2024
Fantastic experiences in Halong Bay

We booked a 14-day tour to Vietnam with BestPrice and it was one of the best decisions. Hang Moon helped us organize everything: hotels, schedules, flights, etc.

The tours were fantastic, and everything went smoothly. The drivers and tour guides were wonderful. Mrs Hang was constantly checking on us… More

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Questions & Answers (49)

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18/09/2024

Hello, we are visiting Hanoi and would like to know the cost of transfers to Ha Long Bay for 4 adults and 1 child on the 29th June (stay 2 days / 1 night), and return to Hanoi train station thereafter, if possible. Please confirm if you also have any adjoining rooms to accommodate us as we have a 20 year old, 13 year old, and 11 year old travelling with us. Thank you, Bronwyn

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19/09/2024
@Bronwyn Hunter:

We can offer private transfer cost 180 USD/van for your family.

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22/07/2024

Looking at 23rd October 2day 1/night on Sena - balcony deluxe if available &:price please ?

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23/07/2024
@Anthony Hill:

We will send you price offer via email.

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08/07/2024

how many bathrooms do your connecting deluxe cabins have?

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09/07/2024
@Linda Tanuwidjsja:

We have 2 bathroom on connecting.

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24/06/2024

Hi, I am looking into the 1 night overnight on Sena Cruise. My 15 yr old son has nut allergies. How does this cruise accommodate for his allergy with the meals? Thanks.

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25/06/2024
@Kathy:

We can accommodate the meals without nut

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12/03/2024

We have some questions: - Transfer : We would like pickup in Hanoi, but we are heading south to HCMC when the cruise is over. Therefore, we need transfer to the Hai Phong Airport. Can this be possible? - Rooms: We are 6 persons, but we would like 4 separate rooms. We could also do with 3 rooms, but 1 of us will then need a separate room. What will the cost be? - Food : 2 of us have food allergies , and can not eat fish or seafood. Will there be meat options for all the meals?

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12/03/2024
@Midtlid:

Hi there! Pls find your answers below:

1. We can help you to arrange transfer to Hai Phong Airport

2. Abt the room, the cost is based on your travel date. At present, the cost for your request is from $852

3. The cruise can arrange meals that fit with your allergies condition, pls note in advance while processing your booking or notice our consultant at least 2-3 days before your trip

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