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SAPPHIRE CRUISE

Strong points │ 3 days / 2 nights

Welcome to Sapphire Cruise which has been offered the most spacious and luxury cabins with

private balcony and Jacuzzi Bathtub, modern furniture on boat...This is our latest cruise which

was launched on December 2018 to provide our high-class and top quality for the luxury

traveler’s holiday experienced in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay.

Sapphire Cruise is not only equipped the latest safety features but also bring guests a

completely unique experience with a carefully researched itinerary, attentive service,

authentic decor, friendly service, professional english speaking tour guide, famous master

chef, experienced cruise and manager team available with 24h/24h service, it will make sure

that we are going to bring a happy holiday and experienced on Sapphire Cruise after their

holiday in Halong Bay.

HALONG SAPPHIRE CRUISE 3D2N

Day 1: Hanoi – Hai Phong – Lan Ha Bay - Ha Long Bay (Lunch, Dinner)

08:45 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 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: Ha Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay (Light Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

06:00 Morning exercise with our Tai Chi master, a perfect healthy way to start a new day.

07:00 Enjoy your breakfast, coffee, tea, fruits.

Opt1: 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 alongside 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 Bar opens for Happy Hour.

19:15 A special dinner will be served offering you outstanding food and quality service.

20:45 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.

Opt2: Second night in the bungalow sea-view no air conditioning

7:45 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: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi (Light Breakfast, Brunch)

Opt1: Second night on the boat

06:30 The morning is the best time of the day on Lan Ha Bay. You might like to head to the

upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions or relax with an early morning

cup of tea, coffee or juice to watch the stunning scenery unfold before you.

07:00 A light breakfast of pastries, tea and coffee will be served in our restaurant.

7:30 The final stage of your trip is to be taken through the mysterious caves and amongst

the remote islets via local rowing boats. The breath-taking beauty of this World

Heritage region will certainly impress you. Following this, you will journey back to the

main ship.

09:30 It’s time to check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland. After a final

early brunch and a last farewell from our crew at

Opt2: Second night in the bungalow sea-view

07:45 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.

10:00 Cooking class opened right on the Cruise, you will be guided how to prepare and make

spring rolls.

11:00 Farewell lunch on boat before you arrive at the harbour.

12.30 Get on the bus back to Hanoi.

15:00 Arrive at your hotel in old quarter.

Note:

Catba Sandy Beach Resort is suitable only for relaxing, loving nature. Since it is in remote

island, the facility/room is simply basic, no Wi-Fi/internet, electronic power sometimes is not

stable. So if you would like to have a better accommodation, please choose the option to stay

at the hotel or resort at Catba mainland. We use the local guides in the boat and the bungalow

in Catba, So you may find there are some guides in the trip, not only one.

Estimated price

(According to the season)

The price of this journey is estimated from 241 € /pers

Talking about fixed prices when discussing a tailor-made trip makes little sense.

Indeed, it varies depending on many factors (quality of services, period, reservation

response time and many more).

The only exact price will be the one of your personalized quote.

Information given in this document is valuable at the preparation time of the journey and might be subject to change during its fulfillment for reasons independents of Mandarin Road’s will (poor weather…)

Your trip will be considered as final, and so contractual, after your registration at the

reception of your deposit.

For your safety:

Health: No vaccine are mandatory, still, we advise you have your normal vaccine uploaded

(diphtheria, tetanus, typhoid, poliomyelitis, and hepatitis).

An antimalarial treatment might be necessary. Ask more advices to your own doctor.

Moreover, don’t forget to check your dentist before your departure – you can check our

general information rubric on our website.

Information

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Food and water: Vietnamese food is healthy, varied and light. Occidental people can find

some common point with their own daily food, but it also have typical Asiatic tastes.

About the water, we advise you to buy bottle of water (mineral or purified, but always

unopened) or to take pastille of Mirco Pur. Keep in mind that tap water in hotels is not always

drinkable.

Be aware that we are bringing all our attention to make your journey a success and to make

you enjoy!