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Sapphire Cruise 3 Days/2 Nights
Lan Ha Bay, Viet Hai Village, Dark and Bright Cave, Ba Trai Dao Islets
About Sapphire Cruise
4 things that we love most about Sapphire Cruise
- All rooms with balcony
- Visit untouched parts of Lan Ha Bay
- Almost cabins with private jacuzzi
- Triple cabins for families
Full Itinerary
Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor by noon. Check-in onboard, enjoy a complimentary welcome drink and listen to the safety briefing before checking in the cabin.
AfternoonEnjoy lunch in the restaurant while the cruise sets sail for Lan Ha Bay. The ship crosses hundreds of majestic limestone islands then drops the anchor at a secluded area. In the afternoon, you swim and kayak on the bay for 1.5 - 2 hours. Back to the cruise. Join a sunset party with finger food on the top deck. You can also watch the cooking class with a traditional dish of Vietnam or book a massage at reception.
EveningDinner is served. After that, free time to order drinks at the bar, enjoy a massage treatment after an active day, or fish squid.
Early birds may want to join a Taichi class to boost your energy for an active day. Enjoy a light breakfast before being picked up by a small boat. Arrive at Cat Ba Island. Visit Viet Hai Village by bike on rustic paths to see dense jungle and learn about local life. Electric car is available if biking does not take your fancy. Back to the day boat to cruise to further part of Lan Ha bay.
AfternoonLunch is served. Enjoy kayaking at Tai Queo cave area - a tunnel cave. Then, the ship proceeds to Ba Trai Dao Beach for swimming. Back to Sapphire Cruise at around 16:00.
EveningDinner is served in the restaurant. Free time to join activities.
Last updated 13:46 Wednesday 23 Nov 2022
Important Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay:
- The cancellation decision is made by Management Board of Halong Bay on the day of the trip in case of bad weather conditions. In such case, we will make alternative travel arrangement for you on request or offer refund in accordance with the cruise policy (Read more about cancellation due to bad weather).
Cruise Inclusions & Options
- Beverages (cocktail, wine, other drinks)
- Transfer service
- Tips and other personal expenses
- Surcharge for Christmas (24/12) & New Year’s Eve (31/12) and peak season from 24.12.2022 ??n 5.1.2023
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
- Full equipped luxury en-suite cabin with multi A/C, finest bathroom amenities
- All meals on board: 02 lunches, 01 dinner and 01 breakfast
- Welcome drink on board
- Complimentary water on your room (1 bottle of water/person/day)
- Tai Chi, cookery demonstration, kayaking
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Sunset party
- Internet wi-fi in the cabin, Fishing equipment
- English speaking guide
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
- From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates
- From 6 to 3 days prior to check-in: 50% of total rates.
- Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and sent to us via email.
- Check in on board: 12:30 PM
- Check out: 11:00 AM
- Return Hanoi: 3:30 PM
- The FOC rate for children under 5 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 5 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
- Children from 5 - 10 will pay an extra 85% of adult rate.
- Children aged 11 and above must pay full fare as an adult.
- Peak season surcharge: Surcharge of $10 per person per night applies for peak season from 24.12.2022 ??n 5.1.2023 and on 24th December and 31st December, Lunar New Year.
- On the second day you will travel on a day boat and do not have access to the mother boat and your cabin until later in the afternoon (for 3 days/2 nights itinerary)
Asked by Tanvi Kadwe | Jun. 01, 2023 08:40
Hello, Do the prices include taxes and Service Charges? And does this include travellers' Insurance? I want to book pick up from Hanoi and drop back sing a shuttle bus at 30$ pp. How to book it?
Answered by Linh | Jun. 01, 2023 08:41
Dear Tanvi, Thank you for your inquiry! Regarding your question, service charge and taxes are included in the price rates shown on our website. Please share with us your travel dates and how many people will travel so we can check the price and availability for you. I confirm that the shuttle bus round trip Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi costs $30/ person, and you can book the service directly through this email for convenience or tick the option in the Transfer Services (Optional) section when filling in the booking form. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us! Best regards, Linh
Asked by Kennedy Boh | Apr. 08, 2023 11:58
Interested in 2day 1 night cruise at sapphire cruise deluxe cabin for 2 pax. How much if include transfer from old quarter Hanoi? Can wattapp for discussion
Answered by Cindy | Apr. 08, 2023 11:59
Dear Kennedy, Thank you for your email! Please note Sapphire cruise costs USD 230 for a deluxe cabin for 2 pax. Bus service is not included and it is USD 30/person for round trip from old quarter Hanoi. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best regards, Cindy
Asked by Maryam Gheyas | Mar. 17, 2023 02:01
Hi, for the biking on Cat Ba Island are there options for a bike with a baby seat or a trike with a basket that can fit a toddler? Thank you.
Answered by Helen | Mar. 17, 2023 02:02
Dear Maryam, Thank you for your email. Regarding your question, sorry to inform you that there is no bike with a baby seat or a trike with a basket. So I think an electronic car is suitable for your family. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me Best regards Helen
Asked by S Shrestha | Feb. 06, 2023 09:56
Hi, We need a pick-up from Hanoi Old quarter but we will need a drop off to Hanoi Airport. Are you able to organise it? How much will it cost and what time would we get there to the airport? We have a domestic flight at 5 pm. Thanks.
Answered by Quan | Feb. 06, 2023 09:57
Dear Shrestha, Thank you for your email. There are unfortunately no shuttle buses from Halong to Noi Bai Airport. Private cars are available upon request at the cost of 110 USD. Alternatively, you can take the bus from Halong to Hanoi and then transfer to Noi Bai Airport by taxi. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Best regards, Quan.
Asked by Lauren | Jan. 27, 2023 10:21
Hello, we are flying to Haiphong. Where would we meet?
Answered by Halongbaytours Team | Jan. 27, 2023 10:26
Dear Lauren, Thank you for sending us your question. The cruise port's address is Lot 26, Tuan Chau Harbor, Halong, Quang Ninh. It is around 1 hour from Hai Phong airport by car and you need to be there from 11:30 - 12:00 for the check-in. Should you need further information, feel free to contact us. Regards, Halongbaytours Team
Asked by Chloe Loo | Jan. 02, 2023 09:39
How much is transfer from hotel (old quater) to the cruise?
Answered by Halongbaytours Team | Jan. 02, 2023 09:46
Dear Chloe Loo, Thank you for sending us your email. The shuttle bus round trip from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter to the cruise is $30 per person. Should you need further information, feel free to contact us. Regards, Halongbaytours Team
Asked by Luke Tebbit | Dec. 15, 2022 09:47
Hello I was wondering if I was to book the 3 day cruise what the itinerary would be? Would we have to come back to shore and drop off people doing a 2 day cruise on the second day?
Answered by Cindy | Dec. 15, 2022 09:47
Dear Luke, Thank you for your email! Please see the itinerary attached to your mail for details of Sapphire cruise 3D2N. For a 3D2N trip, you will transfer to a day boat on the 2nd day to further excursion while the main boat returns to the pier to pick up new passengers. Should you have other questions, please let me know. Best regards, Cindy
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