Day 1: HANOI - HAI PHONG ??? LAN HA BAY (Lunch and dinner included)
08:45 ??? 09:15 Your transfer vehicle will collect you
from your hotel in Hanoi and convey you to Hai Phong
around 11h45.
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 landscape 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 complete its entry through Cua Van area
to Lan Ha Bay (as part of Halong Bay). The area is
surrounding of a lot 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 main boat, and cruising to a place for
staying overnight
17:30 Join the sunset party on the sundeck in warm and
romantic atmosphere, making friends with other members
in the group, enjoy fresh local fruit, listening soft,
light music.
19:15 Relish special Dinner in 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.
Day 2: LAN HA BAY exploration (Breakfast,
lunch and dinner
included)
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 best local coffee
brand and freshly fruit juices.
Option 1: Second night on the boat.
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
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 along side
vertical cliffs, discovering untouched areas. (if the
weather permit)
16:30 Back on board 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 offering 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.
Option 2:Second night at Bungalow
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 afterwards.
09:00 Get on our transfer boat to admire the stunning
beauty of Lan ha Bay. Optional trip (biking trip to Viet
Hai village) must be booked in advance, extra U.S. $5/
person.
11:00 Arrive at bungalow for check in.
12:00 Enjoy your lunch in the restaurant at the
bungalow. Enjoy your private time at leisure, relaxing,
sunbathing on the beach or using some services available
at the bungalow like playing football, volleyball, play
pool, or kayaking to explore untouched areas near by the
bungalow.
18:30 Enjoy the special dinner at the bungalow.
Day 3: DARK & BRIGHT CAVE ??? HALONG BAY - HANOI (Breakfast and lunch
included)
Option 1: Second night on the boat.
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 afterwards.
09:30 Check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the
mainland.
Option 2: Second night at Bungalow
07:00 Light breakfast will be served in our restaurant
(pastries, tea, coffee)
7:45 Check out and get on the transfer boat to bring you
back Sapphire cruise. Keep cruising for 3 hours more to
see the spectacular beauty of the bay.
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 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.
Tour Includes:
Transfers round trip by shuttle van
English speaking guide on board
Accommodation on board
All meals on board as mentioned in the itinerary
Entrance fees and permits
Insurance on board
Tour does not include:
Pre & post trip arrangements in Hanoi
Beverages and meals not mentioned
Tips, Personal expenses
Cabin type |
Price per person in USD |
Twin or
double |
235 |
Single |
00 |
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