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Ultra-luxury cruiseNEW 2026Lan Ha Bay22 cabins · Cruise ship
Stellar of the Seas Cruise 2 Days/1 Night
Stellar of the Seas Cruise is a 22-cabin ship on Lan Ha Bay. Two days, one night with all meals on board. Ava Travel price: from $310 per person October to April, $280 May to September.
Questions before you book? Message us on WhatsApp or send an email. Phone +84 904 251 545. Ava Travel Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Style
Ultra-luxury cruise
Lan Ha Bay
Duration
2 days · 1 night
Pickup support available
Choose your cabin
Live prices for your date and guests. Ava confirms cabin & Hanoi pickup within 1 hour of booking.
Rooms
2 adults · 1 cabin
Room 1
Room 2
Room 3
Room 4
Child policies
Guest ageCruise fare
Infant 0 to 3Free
Child 4 to 11Extra bed rate, included in the price shown
Adult 12 and upFull adult fare
1 adult alone, double cabin85% of cabin price
Prices are per cabin for the selected date, 2 days 1 night. One adult alone in a double cabin pays 85% of the cabin price. Children (4-11) pay the extra bed rate of the boat, already included in the cabin prices shown; infants (0-3) travel free.
CabinWhat's includedPrice
Junior Suite
Room with balconyDouble Bed or 2 Beds
✓ All onboard meals included✓ Activities as per itinerary✓ Cabin & pickup confirmed in 1 hour
Best value$560per cabin · 2 adults
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Senior suite
Room with balconyDouble Bed or 2 Beds
✓ All onboard meals included✓ Activities as per itinerary✓ Cabin & pickup confirmed in 1 hour
$670per cabin · 2 adults
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Executive Suite
Room with balconyDouble Bed or 2 Beds
✓ All onboard meals included✓ Activities as per itinerary✓ Cabin & pickup confirmed in 1 hour
$840per cabin · 2 adults
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Full refund if you cancel more than 30 days before check-in
- More than 30 days before check-inFree
- 30 to 11 days before check-in15% of total
- 10 to 7 days before check-in30% of total
- Less than 7 days, or no-show100% of total
A change of travel date counts as a cancellation and a new booking, and the same scale applies.
If the operator cancels the cruise, or in case of severe weather or force majeure, we move your date free of charge, or refund you in full if we cannot reschedule.
Price includes all taxes and service charges.
Lan Ha Bay cruise overview
Stellar of the Seas is the highest-rated ship Ava sells on Lan Ha Bay, and also the most expensive. It carries 22 cabins and has been running since 2018.
Be clear about what the money buys
Cabins here are small. The entry Junior Suite is 28 sqm and the largest cabin on board is 32 sqm. For comparison, $280 on another Lan Ha ship gets you 35 sqm, and $300 gets you 40 sqm.
So the price is not buying floor area. It is buying the service, the kitchen and the reputation, which is where Stellar consistently outscores everything else on this bay. If you want space for your money, this is the wrong ship and Ava will happily point you at another. If you want the best-run boat on Lan Ha and are content with a compact cabin, this is it.
Choosing a cabin
Only three types, and the differences are small: Junior 28 sqm at $560, Senior 30 sqm at $670, Executive 32 sqm at $840. Two extra square metres between Junior and Senior costs $110.
Unless you specifically want a higher deck, the Junior Suite is the sensible choice. Put the difference toward a longer trip.
Before you book
Pickup is around 08:10 from the Hanoi Old Quarter, roughly 2 to 2.5 hours by expressway, and the shuttle is charged separately. Kayaking happens at Ao Ech, the Frog Pond area.
Day two runs early: lunch at 10:00 and ashore shortly after, so you are back in Hanoi in good time.
Ava confirms your cabin and pickup within one hour of booking.
Is Stellar of the Seas Cruise worth it? Our 2026 verdict
Stellar of the Seas Cruise is a 5-star cruise on Lan Ha Bay with 22 cabins. It is worth it if you want what it does best: every cabin has a private balcony. The main thing to weigh up: it is priced above most 5-star ships on Lan Ha Bay: from $310 per person in high season, against a typical $170.
Good reasons to pick it
- Every cabin has a private balcony.
- It also runs a 3 days 2 nights trip, from $505 per person (May to September).
Worth knowing before you book
- It is priced above most 5-star ships on Lan Ha Bay: from $310 per person in high season, against a typical $170.
- There is no family room, so a family of four needs two cabins.
Best for: couples.
2026 prices on Stellar of the Seas Cruise
| Room type (2 days 1 night trip) | May to Sep | Oct to Apr | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Suite (28 m²) | $280 | $310 | per person |
| Senior suite (30 m²) | $335 | $370 | per person |
| Executive Suite (32 m²) | $420 | $465 | per person |
These are Ava Travel's prices for this ship, as charged by our booking table, in US dollars, including taxes. The table above this section shows the exact price for your date.
Where to book Stellar of the Seas Cruise: Ava, the cruise line or a booking site?
You can book with the cruise line directly, on a large booking site, or with us. What you get by booking with Ava Travel:
- The price for your exact date and cabin before you pay, with secure online checkout.
- Your cabin and Hanoi pickup confirmed within 1 hour of booking.
- One contact on WhatsApp for the cruise and the transfer, a local team in Hanoi.
On 24 September 2026 we checked the price of every room type on Stellar of the Seas Cruise (2 days 1 night trip) against a leading Halong cruise booking site. Our price was the same or lower for each room type, in both seasons.
Stellar of the Seas Cruise: questions travellers ask
How much does Stellar of the Seas Cruise cost in 2026?
Booked with Ava Travel, a 2 days 1 night trip starts at $280 per person from May to September and $310 per person from October to April, sharing a double cabin. A 3 days 2 nights trip starts at $505 per person from May to September. The price includes the cabin, meals on board and the activities in the itinerary.
Does Stellar of the Seas Cruise have family rooms?
No. The largest cabin sleeps 2, so a family of four books two cabins.
How many cabins does Stellar of the Seas Cruise have?
Stellar of the Seas Cruise has 22 cabins and sails on Lan Ha Bay.
Is the transfer from Hanoi included on Stellar of the Seas Cruise?
No. You can add it at checkout: the shared shuttle bus (also called the shared limousine) is $20 per person one way or $35 per person return, and a private car is from $165 return. We confirm the pickup time with your cabin, within 1 hour of booking. Pickup times, piers and private car prices are in our Hanoi to Halong Bay transfer guide.
Last updated: 27 September 2026.
What's included
RestaurantBarSpaSundeckWifi
The 2 days · 1 night itinerary
Tuan Chau – Lan Ha Bay – Ao Ech Lagoon
- 08:15 – 08:35 Hotel pick-up in Hanoi Old Quarter for guests who add the transfer.
- 11:15 – 11:45 Arrive at the pier and complete registration.
- 12:00 Speedboat transfer to Stellar of the Seas.
- 12:15 Welcome on board and briefing.
- 12:30 Western set lunch.
- 14:00 Collect your key and move into your balcony cabin.
- 15:00 – 17:00 Open sea swimming, the panoramic pool, or kayaking in Ao Ech Lagoon.
- 17:30 Afternoon tea by the pool as the sun goes down.
- 18:00 – 19:00 Poolside cooking demonstration and happy hour.
- 19:00 BBQ dinner by the pool.
- 20:30 Squid fishing, mini-golf, the pool or the spa.
Meals included: Lunch, dinner.
Dark & Bright Cave – Tuan Chau
- 05:45 – 06:15 Golf class at sunrise.
- 06:15 – 06:35 Tai Chi session.
- 06:30 – 06:45 Tea ceremony.
- 06:45 – 07:30 Light breakfast.
- 07:30 Dark & Bright Cave, by rowing boat or kayak.
- 09:30 – 09:45 Luggage outside the cabin, keys back to reception.
- 09:45 Vietnamese brunch.
- 10:15 Settle personal bills.
- 11:00 Speedboat back to the harbour, arriving around 11:15.
- 14:00 – 14:15 Back in Hanoi Old Quarter for guests with the transfer.
Meals included: Breakfast, brunch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for planning a Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay overnight cruise with Ava Travel.
Halong Bay is approximately 160km east of Hanoi, usually about a 3 to 3.5-hour drive by expressway. Ava Travel can arrange shared shuttle or private transfer from Hanoi and confirm the exact pickup time before you book.
Lan Ha Bay is the southern extension of Halong Bay, near Cat Ba Island. It has similar limestone scenery but often feels quieter. Many premium cruises operate around Lan Ha Bay for a calmer overnight route.
A 2-day / 1-night cruise works well if your schedule is short and you want the classic overnight experience. A 3-day / 2-night cruise gives more time for kayaking, swimming, remote areas, and a slower pace.
The best months are usually October to April, when the weather is cooler and drier. Summer can still be beautiful, but rain and storm changes are more common, so Ava Travel checks weather and operator updates before departure.
Most overnight cruises include cabin accommodation, onboard meals, entrance fees for the scheduled route, and activities such as kayaking, cave visits, swimming, cooking class, or squid fishing. Drinks, spa, tips, and transfers depend on the cruise package and are confirmed before payment.
Send Ava Travel your travel date, group size, and cabin preference. We check live availability, confirm the best current price, explain inclusions, and help you complete secure checkout once everything is clear.
What guests say about Ava Travel
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★★★★★
Kehren Eade
“She made the process SO easy, SO manageable, we felt we were in great hands at all times, even though everything was done by remote!”
Tripadvisor, August 2026
★★★★★
Arshia Z
“Whenever we had questions or needed assistance, the response was prompt, helpful, and reassuring.”
Tripadvisor, June 2026
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