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Sapphire Cruise
About Cruise
Sapphire Cruise is a modern deluxe cruise that manages overnight itineraries mainly in Lan Ha Bay - an extension of Halong Bay. With 22 spacious cabins and modern style, Sapphire will take you to discover the hidden charm of Halong - Lan Ha Bay with the magnificent limestone islets, secluded spots, and outstanding sites here. With many years experiencing in Halong Bay's cruise service, Sapphire Cruise is a great option among mid-range cruises that could meet your expectation for a memorable trip with nature, sceneries, and people.
Schedule
Sapphire Cruise 2 days
Hanoi, Lan Ha Bay , Hanoi
Per traveler
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Activities: Hotel pick up, transfer to Got Ferrry (Hai Phong City), check-in Sapphire cruise, savor lunch onboard, kayak or swim in a quiet area in Lan Ha Bay, back to the main ship, relax and enjoy sunset, serving dinner, overnight onboard.
DAY 1: HANOI - HAI PHONG – LAN HA BAY (Lunch/ Dinner)
08:45 – 09:15
Your transfer vehicle will collect you from your hotel in Hanoi and convey you to Hai Phong city.
11:30 - 12:00
You will be taken on our tender from the wharf and make your way out onto the bay to board our luxurious craft, Sapphire Cruise. You will be welcome aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. Our Crew will conduct a compulsory safety procedures session and then you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up. Take some time to have a look around the vessel or watch the magical landscapes go by.
13:15
A special lunch of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing favorites will be served. We set sail for Lan Ha Bay passing to Da Chong islet where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago.
15:00
When lunch is about to finish, it is just nice that the Cruise completes its entry through Cua Van area to Lan Ha Bay (as part of Halong Bay). The area is surrounding of a lot of extraordinary limestone karst landscapes. Guests can start their journey to explore the Lan Ha Bay by Kayaking and swimming in the crystal clear waters of the bay.
17:00
Back to the main boat, and cruising to a place for staying overnight.
17:30
Join the sunset party on the sundeck in a warm and romantic atmosphere, making friends with other members in the group, enjoy fresh local fruit, listenning soft, light music.
19:15
Relish special Dinner in the restaurant.
20:45 - 00:00
Your free time to relax with an exotic cocktail or whatever takes your fancy. Our bar has a wide range of wines, beers, and liquors and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day on Bay. Order a Spa service or take any activities on boat cruise such as watching documentary movies, squid fishing or simply relax on our rooftop deck under the cover of a star filled sky.
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Activities: Tai Chi Class in the morning, light breakfast, visit Dark & Bright Cave, back to the main boat, check-out Sapphire Cruise, join cooking class, serving brunch on board, disembark in Got Ferry, transfer back to Hanoi.
DAY 2: DARK & BRIGHT CAVE – HA LONG BAY - HANOI (Light Breakfast/Brunch)
06:30
The nicest time of the day on Lan Ha Bay is the morning. Head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice anywhere you wish on the boat and watch the never-ending miraculous scenery unfold before you.
07:00
Light breakfast will be served in our restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee)
7:45 - 9:00
Enjoy the last stage of your trip to Dark & Bright cave and islets by local rowing boats which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage. Back to our main board afterward.
09:30
Check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland.
10:15
Cooking class opened right on the Cruise, you will be guided how to prepare and make spring rolls.
10:45
Enjoy your brunch on the boat.
11:45
you will board our tender and head back to the wharf where you will be met by your return trip vehicle to transfer you to Hanoi.
12:10-12:30
Get on the bus and get back to Hanoi.
15:00
Arrive at your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter.
Sapphire Cruise 3 days
Per traveler
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Activities: Hotel pick up, transfer to Got Ferrry (Hai Phong City), check-in Sapphire cruise, savor lunch onboard, kayak or swim in a quiet area in Lan Ha Bay, back to the main ship, relax and enjoy sunset, serving dinner, overnight onboard.
DAY 1: HANOI - HAI PHONG – LAN HA BAY (Lunch/ Dinner)
08:45 – 09:15
Your transfer vehicle will collect you from your hotel in Hanoi and convey you to Hai Phong city.
11:30 - 12:00
You will be taken on our tender from the wharf and make your way out onto the bay to board our luxurious craft, Sapphire Cruise. You will be welcome aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. Our Crew will conduct a compulsory safety procedures session and then you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up. Take some time to have a look around the vessel or watch the magical landscapes go by.
13:15
A special lunch of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing favorites will be served. We set sail for Lan Ha Bay passing to Da Chong islet where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago.
15:00
When lunch is about to finish, it is just nice that the Cruise completes its entry through Cua Van area to Lan Ha Bay (as part of Halong Bay). The area is surrounding of a lot of extraordinary limestone karst landscapes. Guests can start their journey to explore the Lan Ha Bay by Kayaking and swimming in the crystal clear waters of the bay.
17:00
Back to the main boat, and cruising to a place for staying overnight.
17:30
Join the sunset party on the sundeck in a warm and romantic atmosphere, making friends with other members in the group, enjoy fresh local fruit, listenning soft, light music.
19:15
Relish special Dinner in the restaurant.
20:45 - 00:00
Your free time to relax with an exotic cocktail or whatever takes your fancy. Our bar has a wide range of wines, beers, and liquors and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day on Bay. Order a Spa service or take any activities on boat cruise such as watching documentary movies, squid fishing or simply relax on our rooftop deck under the cover of a star filled sky.
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Activities: Welcome a new day, enjoy light breakfast, transfer to the day boat, visit Viet Hai Village by cycling, savor lunch on the day boat, enjoy kayaking or swimming in Lan Ha Bay's untouched areas, back to the main ship, serving dinner, relax and overnight onboard.
DAY 2: LAN HA BAY(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
06:30
Early birds are welcome to attend sunrise Tai Chi on our upper deck and it's an excellent way to get your energy levels up for today's adventures. You will be fascinated by the exquisiteness in the early hours as you enjoy a coffee, tea.
07:00
Enjoy a buffet breakfast with the best local coffee brand and freshly fruit juices.
08:45
Next, we board our Day Boat to head to Viet Hai Village. You will take the bicycle trip along the village path and go through rain forests and dark tunnel. Enjoy stunning scenery of rice fields on the way. Stop at the village to relax. Visit an ancient local house, made from straw, mud, bamboo…you will have a chance to see the local life on a valley of local people. Optional electric car service is available (at an extra cost).
12:00
Relax for a while and enjoy the special lunch.
13:45
Free time for swimming and kayaking alongside vertical cliffs, discovering untouched areas. (if the weather permits).
16:30
Back onboard Sapphire Cruise, take some time to freshen up, take a nap or just relax at your leisure as we cruise to our overnight area. Witness one of the most brilliant sunsets you will ever see.
17:30 - 18:30
Bar opens for Happy Hour.
19:15
A special dinner will be served to offer you outstanding food and quality service.
20:45 – 00:00
This evening is yours to enjoy whatever you please. We also have a selection of board games for your entertainment. Our bar is always open and is an ideal place to meet new people and share stories about your adventures.
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Activities: Tai Chi Class in the morning, light breakfast, visit Dark & Bright Cave, back to the main boat, check-out Sapphire Cruise, join cooking class, serving brunch on board, disembark in Got Ferry, transfer back to Hanoi.
DAY 3: DARK & BRIGHT CAVE – HA LONG BAY - HANOI (Light Breakfast/Brunch)
06:30
The nicest time of the day on Lan Ha Bay is the morning. Head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice anywhere you wish on the boat and watch the never-ending miraculous scenery unfold before you.
07:00
Light breakfast will be served in our restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee)
7:45 - 9:00
Enjoy the last stage of your trip to Dark & Bright cave and islets by local rowing boats which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage. Back to our main board afterward.
09:30
Check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland.
10:15
Cooking class opened right on the Cruise, you will be guided how to prepare and make spring rolls.
10:45
Enjoy your brunch on the boat.
11:45
you will board our tender and head back to the wharf where you will be met by your return trip vehicle to transfer you to Hanoi.
12:10-12:30
Get on the bus and get back to Hanoi.
15:00
Arrive at your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter.
Things to know
- Sundeck
- Observatory
- Theme Cruise
- Restaurant
- Gymnasium
- Rowing Boat
- Doctor on call
- Safety box at reception
- Newspagers and magazine
- Tender for sightseeing
- 24-hour Security
- Reception
- Bar
- Masssage and Spa
- Boutique shop
- Library
- IDD at the reception
- Cabin Service (Snack Meals)
- Baby cot
- Fishing
- Singing and Dancing
- Tours of caves
- Cooking class
- Swimming
- Taichi in the morning
- Tours of Floating Fishing village
- Movie nights
- Wooden Game
- Kayaking
- Biking in Cat Ba island
- Bamboo boat trip
- The Luxury Cabins, Suites with A/C and Luxury en-suite bathroom.
- Complementary welcome drink.
- Complementary 01 mineral water per person per night (in room).
- In-house English and Vietnamese-speaking tour guide.
- Cruise Itinerary and Program.
- Entrance and sightseeing fees.
- Cooking Class, Tai-Chi Session, Squid fishing and Sunset party.
- Sharing bamboo boat or kayaking.
- Meals as stated in cruise program.
- Tea/coffee, canapes for breakfast.
- Onboard Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges.
- Limousine/private transfer Hanoi to Hai Phong (upon request).
- Airfares, Hotel Accommodation and Vietnam Visa Arrangements.
- Beverages and Tobacco.
- Beauty Spa Services and Massage.
- Tips and other Personal Expenses.
- Surcharge for Christmas, New Year and Lunar New Year.
- VAT Tax.
- All other services and items not clearly mentioned specifically above.
- Electric car ride in Viet Hai village.
- Surcharge for Christmas (Dec 24th) & New Year Eve (Dec 31st): USD 50/adult, USD 25/child (compulsory).
- Check in on board: 12:00 PM.
- Check out: 9:30 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 5-11 will pay extra charge 75% of adult rate. Children 12 and above must pay full fare as adult.
- An extra charge of USD 25.00 per extra bed if required to set up in the cabin for 02 days/1night program or USD 35.00 per extra bed for 03 days/2 nights program (already included in children rate). An extra charge of USD 10.00 per baby cot for 02 days/1 night program or USD 15.00 per baby cot for 03 days/ 2nights program if require. This extra service is subject to Victoria Star Cruises availability.
- The child rate for children from 5 to 12 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. In case the child occupies the sole cabin, the rate for adult is applied.
- Peak season surcharge: Surcharge of $50 per person per night applies for travel period from 20 December 2024 to 5 January 2029.
- Shuttle bus: $35/ adult and $30/ child round trip. Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House.
* Cancellation by guests Any cancellation should be referred to Viet Asia Tour in writing by emails, following these below terms.
- 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 by us.
- We reserve the right to cancel your booking under some unavoidable circumstances like: weather conditions, wars, civil strife, industrial disputes, natural disasters, terrorism. If we cancel your booking, you can either get a refund or accept an alternative from us of equivalent or similar standard and price, if one is available, and we will always refund the difference in price if the alternative is of a lower standard and price.
- The cancellation is announced ONLY by Quang Ninh Local Port Authority and often in short notice of time. Therefore your understandings in these situations are highly appreciated.
* Cancellation by weather conditions (controlled and informed by local authority).
- Without prior notice, the cruise trip could be postponed, shortened or cancelled due to unexpected bad weather, including storm/ typhoon (summer), cyclone, thunderstorm, foggy days (winter), monsoon (winter)…
- Before tours start from Hanoi city: Full refund.
- After guests arrive in Halong Bay: Tour cost based on completed service: meals, transfer, day boat trip only, the rest will be refunded.
- Guests are staying on board, trip is shortened: Tour cost based on completed service: trip length, meals, transfer, activities…, the rest will be refunded.
- A cabin is limited for 1 child only.
- Infants under 5 years old are free of charge, if sharing room with parents (no extra bed provided).
- Children from 5 to 7 years old are charged 50% adult if sharing bed with parents.
- Children from 7 to 9 years old are charged 75% of tour price, sharing bed with parents - no extra bed provided (as children’s price on our website), or full charge as adult to have extra bed.
- Children from 9 years old and above are charged as adult.
Customer reviews
Excellent
20 Reviews Reviews
Naidu
| New Zealand
Excellent
Lan Ha Bay 2-day 1-night trip with Sapphire Cruise
Shaun
| Netherlands
Excellent
Book it do it
Daryl
| Philippines
Excellent
Great Cruise!
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