Azura Cruise is listed as a Halong Bay cruise, but after boarding at Tuan Chau in Ha Long it sails to Lan Ha: the afternoon is at Ao Ech (Frog Lake) and the morning at the Dark and Bright caves. The verdict: the most complete new-build in this price band, with an honest all-inclusive fare, and much cheaper on Klook than direct. Its only real weakness is age: under a year of reviews.
Our scores
- Route
- 4/5Ao Ech and Dark and Bright caves in Lan Ha; boards in Ha Long
- Cabins
- 5/530 cabins of 34–66 m², all with bathtub and outdoor space
- Value
- 4.5/5from $176 on Klook; direct fare includes VAT
- Transparency
- 4/5clear inclusions and cabin plan; no published cancellation policy
- Track record
- 3.5/5launched December 2025, under a year of reviews
Pros
- Bathtub and balcony or terrace in all 30 cabins
- 12 m infinity pool, spa and sauna, gym, sky bar
- Direct fare includes VAT, sightseeing tickets and service charge
- 5.0 on Klook from 449 reviews
Cons
- New ship: every review is from the last ten months
- Shuttle not included in the direct fare
- No cancellation or child policy on the official site
- "Six-star" is a sales label, not an official class
The ship and cabins
Azura's official cabin plan lists 30 cabins, all with a bathtub with a sea view and a private balcony or terrace:
| Cabin | Count | Size | Deck | Outdoor space |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baylight Suite | 12 (6 twin, 4 double, 2 triple) | 34 m² | 1st floor | private balcony |
| Horizon Suite | 16 (7 twin, 7 double, 2 triple) | 34 m² | 2nd floor | private balcony |
| Imperial Suite | 2 | 66 m² | 2nd floor | terrace with two loungers, private sauna |
King beds measure 2 m × 2.2 m. On board there is a 12 m four-season infinity pool, a 265 m² restaurant, the Sol & Sea sky bar, a spa with sauna, a gym and a sundeck.
The site calls Azura both "six-star" and "five-star". Neither is an official rating: Vietnam's star system for cruise ships is voluntary, goes up to five, and no Lan Ha ship has a confirmed official decision. Hull material and ship length are not published; ask if they matter to you.
Sister ship. Azura shares its Hanoi office, hotline, Tuan Chau lounge (No. 38) and itinerary wording with Aspira, a 22-suite ship. Azura is the newer and larger of the two.
The route: Lan Ha Bay from Tuan Chau
Azura boards at No. 38, Tuan Chau International Port. A speedboat takes you to the ship, then it sails to Lan Ha for the afternoon at Ao Ech (Frog Lake, a sheltered lagoon area) and an overnight at anchor. Day 2 starts at the Dark and Bright caves (hang Sáng – hang Tối). The 3D2N version adds Viet Hai, a car-free village inside Cat Ba National Park (our Viet Hai guide).
A day aboard: Azura 2 days 1 night itinerary
Meet at Lot 38, Tuan Chau11:30–11:45, speedboat to the ship
Check-in and lunch
Swim or kayak at Ao Ech, Lan Hauntil 16:30; kayak only where allowed
Sunset teabuy two drinks, get one free
Cooking class
Dinner, overnight at anchorkaraoke or squid fishing after
Day 2: Dark and Bright caves by kayak or bamboo boatuntil 08:30
Check-out and brunch
Disembark at Lot 38, Tuan ChauHanoi about 15:00
Azura Cruise price: direct vs Klook vs Trip.com vs GetYourGuide
Official 2D1N prices per person: Baylight $380, Horizon $516, Imperial $780. The 3D2N starts at $760. The fare includes the cabin, a welcome drink, two bottles of water per guest, two lunch buffets, a set dinner and a breakfast buffet, sunset tea, kayak or bamboo boat, squid fishing, cooking class, tai chi, karaoke, pool and Jacuzzi, gym, Wi-Fi, guide, sightseeing tickets, service charge and VAT. It excludes the shuttle, spa, tips and other drinks.
That VAT line matters: Aspira's direct price excludes VAT and Azura's includes it, so compare totals rather than headlines.
| Platform | Listing | Rating | Price | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klook | Azura 2D1N Luxury Cruise: Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay Tour · 2D1N | 5.0 (449) | $176 Lowest | See on Klook |
| Trip.com | Azura Overnight Luxury Cruise: Explore Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay · 2D1N | 5.0 (1) | $203 | See on Trip.com |
Lowest adult price per person in USD, checked on October 16, 2026. Cabin type, dates and what is included differ between listings: open each one before you pay.
Klook is clearly cheapest today: Azura 2D1N from $176, rated 5.0 from 449 reviews with 2,000+ booked. Trip.com lists Azura from $203 with one review. GetYourGuide's listing tagged as Azura is titled "2-Day Halong Bay Cruise with 6 Star Cruise" and costs from $309 with no reviews yet: check the ship name in that listing before paying. Platform prices are the cheapest cabin on the cheapest date, and cabin type and shuttle may differ.
What travelers say
Azura scores 5.0 from 449 reviews on Klook. A perfect score is common in a ship's first year, when everything is new; give it time before treating it as proof of long-term standards. HalongBayTours.com lists Azura from $205 with no score yet. When you read reviews, look at the cabin type, whether the guest kayaked or took the bamboo boat, and how the speedboat transfer at Tuan Chau went.
How to book and cancel
Azura publishes no cancellation or child policy online. If you book direct, ask for both in writing: on Lan Ha ships, direct cancellation fees often start 14–45 days out and reach 100% inside 7 days, and children usually pay 75% from about age 4 or 5. On Klook, cancellation rules are shown on each listing, which is the practical reason to book there. Bring your original passport, as operators register every guest.
Expect gala-dinner surcharges on 24 and 31 December and at Tết, the Lunar New Year. See how to book a Lan Ha cruise and GetYourGuide vs Klook.
Alternatives
- Aspira, the sister ship from the same lounge, with balconies in all 22 suites and a lower Klook price: Aspira review.
- Celina of the Sea, another new luxury ship with 62 cabins anchored off Gia Luan: Celina of the Sea review.
- Elite of the Seas with an infinity pool for less on GetYourGuide: Elite of the Seas review.
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Azura Cruise on GetYourGuide →Azura Cruise on Klook →Azura Cruise on Trip.com →Prices checked on October 16, 2026
Is Azura Cruise in Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay?
It boards at Tuan Chau in Ha Long, but its sightseeing is in Lan Ha: Ao Ech on the first afternoon and the Dark and Bright caves the next morning.
How much is Azura Cruise for 2 days 1 night?
Direct prices are $380 (Baylight), $516 (Horizon) and $780 (Imperial) per person, including VAT. On Klook it is from $176, on Trip.com from $203.
When was Azura Cruise launched?
In December 2025, which makes it one of the newest ships in Lan Ha Bay.
Do Azura cabins have bathtubs?
Yes. All 30 cabins have a bathtub with a sea view and a private balcony or terrace. The two Imperial Suites also have a private sauna.
Is Azura a 6-star cruise?
It is marketed as six-star (and elsewhere as five-star). Six stars does not exist in Vietnam's official rating, which is voluntary and goes up to five.
