Diana Cruise

The Cruise

2 Days / 1 Night aboard the Diana Cruise.

Launched in late 2025, the Diana is among the largest and most sophisticated cruises on the bay, a 6-star superyacht across six decks with 56 spacious cabins, each with a private balcony and floor-to-ceiling glass for uninterrupted sea views. Inspired by the world's finest superyachts and built with advanced Danish shipbuilding, it pairs contemporary elegance with a four-season infinity pool, a rooftop sky bar, a panoramic restaurant and a gym overlooking the karsts. The two-day route sails the calm emerald waters of Lan Ha Bay, taking in Duck Islet, the Bright Cave by bamboo boat, kayaking and swimming, a sunset happy hour and a Vietnamese cooking class.

Cabins & Suites

Where you'll stay aboard.

Diana Junior Balcony

34m² · Deck 1 · Double or Twin Bed · Private Balcony · Bay View

Diana Senior Balcony

34m² · Deck 2 · Double or Twin Bed · Private Balcony · Bay View

Diana Executive Balcony

36m² · Deck 2 · Double or Twin Bed · Private Balcony · Bay View

Diana Royal Family Suites

54m² · Connecting Family Suite · Sleeps 4 - 5 · Private Balcony · Bay View

Diana Halong Suite

65m² · Private Terrace · Outdoor Jacuzzi · Panoramic Bay Views

Diana Lan Ha Suite

65m² · Private Terrace · Outdoor Jacuzzi · Panoramic Bay Views

The Itinerary

How your 2 days / 1 night unfolds.

Day 1

Hanoi → Tuan Chau → Bright Cave → Tra Bau Beach

08:20–08:50Limousine pick-up from your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter (or the Opera House meeting point), then the ~2.5-hour drive to Ha Long with a short break.

11:30–12:00Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina and transfer by speedboat to Diana Cruise.

12:00–12:30Welcome drink, a short safety briefing with the captain and crew, then check in to your cabin.

13:00Lunch — seafood buffet or set menu — while cruising through Lan Ha Bay past Duck Islet, Thumb Islet and toward the Cat Ba side.

14:45Visit Bright Cave (Hang Sang) by hand-rowed bamboo boat, then kayak or swim at the back of the cruise.

16:00The ship moves to Tra Bau Beach for around 45 minutes of free swimming in the calm water.

17:30–18:30Afternoon tea party with snacks and fruit while the sun sets over Lan Ha Bay, with happy-hour drinks at the Sky Bar.

18:30–19:10Cooking class with the chef — try rolling spring rolls and other Vietnamese dishes.

19:30Dinner in the restaurant, then evening activities: squid fishing, music or karaoke. Overnight aboard Diana Cruise.

Day 2

Tai Chi → Tea Ceremony → Brunch → Hanoi

06:30Optional Tai Chi on the sundeck, or simply enjoy tea and coffee with the sunrise.

07:00–08:00Light breakfast in the restaurant.

08:00Join a tea ceremony or relax slowly on the upper deck as the bay drifts by.

09:00Check out, return your key and settle any extra charges at reception.

09:20–10:20Brunch is served in the restaurant.

10:30Disembark Diana Cruise.

11:15–14:00Transfer back to Hanoi with a short stop in Hai Duong, arriving in the early afternoon.

Highlights

What makes it special.

The ship

Six decks, launched 2025

A 6-star superyacht that entered service in late 2025, built across six decks using advanced Danish shipbuilding.

The cabins

Fifty-six balcony cabins

All fifty-six cabins have a private balcony and floor-to-ceiling glass, so the sea view runs the full width.

Top decks

Infinity pool and sky bar

A four-season infinity pool, a rooftop sky bar, a panoramic restaurant and a gym looking out on the karsts.

The bay

Duck Islet and Bright Cave

Two days in Lan Ha Bay taking in Duck Islet, Tra Bau and the Bright Cave, reached by bamboo boat.

Cabins at a glance

Every grade aboard Diana Cruise, side by side.

Cabin grades aboard Diana Cruise
Cabin	Size	Beds	Outlook
Diana Junior Balcony	34m²	Double or Twin Bed	Deck 1 · Private Balcony · Bay View
Diana Senior Balcony	34m²	Double or Twin Bed	Deck 2 · Private Balcony · Bay View
Diana Executive Balcony	36m²	Double or Twin Bed	Deck 2 · Private Balcony · Bay View
Diana Royal Family Suites	54m²		Connecting Family Suite · Sleeps 4-5 · Private Balcony · Bay View
Diana Halong Suite	65m²		Private Terrace · Outdoor Jacuzzi · Panoramic Bay Views
Diana Lan Ha Suite	65m²		Private Terrace · Outdoor Jacuzzi · Panoramic Bay Views

How long aboard

Two days or three, on this boat.

2 days, 1 night

The classic cruise

An afternoon and evening on the water, a night at anchor and a morning sail out. The length most travellers choose.

This is the itinerary on this page

3 days, 2 nights

The unhurried sailing

Day two is when the fleets disperse and you reach the further coves - the bay at its most peaceful.

See the 3 Days / 2 Nights itinerary ›

Not sure yet

Read the comparison

We wrote a longer piece on how the two lengths actually differ once you are on the water.

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Our experience of

We've hosted guests aboard the Diana and been over her ourselves. She's a new six-star superyacht, and the cabins are the headline - private balconies, a jacuzzi looking over Lan Ha Bay, and interiors that guests describe as among the nicest rooms they've stayed in, at sea or ashore.

On the water it's an easy, relaxed rhythm: kayaking and swimming stops, a cooking class that guests single out, and quieter touches like tai chi, a cocktail class and live music in the evening. The service is the other thing people raise with us - attentive and warm without being formal. She sails the calmer Lan Ha and Ha Long routes, so there's room to slow down.

What we've found: choose the Diana if a private balcony jacuzzi and a genuinely lovely cabin matter to you. It suits couples and families who want comfort and a soft pace over a packed itinerary.

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Diana Cruise - common questions

About this boat, and about cruising the bay.

What cabin types does Diana Cruise have?

There are 6 cabin grades aboard Diana Cruise: Diana Junior Balcony, Diana Senior Balcony, Diana Executive Balcony, Diana Royal Family Suites, Diana Halong Suite and Diana Lan Ha Suite. Sizes run from 34m² to 65m². The full table of sizes, beds and outlook is on this page.

Which bay does Diana Cruise sail?

Diana Cruise sails Lan Ha Bay. If you are still deciding between the bays, our comparison of Ha Long, Lan Ha and Bai Tu Long sets out how they differ in traffic, scenery and how far you travel to reach them.

Where does Diana Cruise depart from?

Embarkation is at Tuan Chau. Boarding starts around 08:20-08:50. The hour-by-hour itinerary above gives the timings for the day.

Is the 2 Days / 1 Night or the 3 Days / 2 Nights better on this boat?

Both run the same boat and the same cabins. The 3 days / 2 nights adds a second full day, which is when the day boats have gone and the itinerary reaches the quieter water. The 2 days / 1 night covers the headline sights and gets you back to Hanoi a day sooner.

How do I get to the boat from Hanoi?

Road transfer from Hanoi takes roughly two and a half to four hours depending on which harbour the boat uses. We arrange the transfer with the cruise as one booking, so the timings match the boarding window rather than leaving you to work them out.

What is included in the price?

Overnight cruises in Ha Long normally include the cabin, all meals on board, the guided activities in the itinerary above and the bay entrance fees. Drinks, spa treatments and the transfer are the items that vary most between boats. We confirm exactly what is and is not included for this boat in writing before you pay, because it differs by operator and by season.

What happens if the weather stops the boat sailing?

Ha Long Bay closes to cruise traffic when the harbour authority says so, usually for storms. If that happens we move the date or refund the cruise - you are never held to a sailing that cannot run. Our refund policy sets out the detail.

Can children come along?

Yes. Most boats take children of any age and price them in bands rather than as adults, and many have family cabins or connecting rooms. Tell us the ages when you enquire and we will say which boats suit and what each one charges.

Can the kitchen handle dietary requirements?

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy requirements are all workable, but they need to be given at booking rather than on the day - the boat provisions before it leaves harbour and cannot restock at sea.

When is the best time of year to sail?

October to April is the settled season, with clear air and cool mornings. May to September is warmer and better for swimming, with a higher chance of a storm closing the bay. Our guide to Ha Long Bay goes into the months in more detail.

Diana Cruise

The Cruise

Cabins & Suites

The Itinerary

Highlights

Six decks, launched 2025

Fifty-six balcony cabins

Infinity pool and sky bar

Duck Islet and Bright Cave

Cabins at a glance

How long aboard

The classic cruise

The unhurried sailing

Read the comparison

Diana Cruise

Similar cruises

Diana Cruise - common questions

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