Sapphire Cruise
Sapphire Cruise is a mid-range steel hull cruise launched in 2018, sailing Halong Bay with 21 cabins. Enjoy kayaking and swimming, fresh seafood dining and the best local price.
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Room Types & Prices
21 cabins on board · 3 Days 2 Nights
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Deluxe
Size: 20 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Premium
Size: 20 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
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Includes taxes & fees
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Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Suite
Size: 25 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
Add & book together
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Route
Halong Bay
Class
Mid-range
Cabins
21 Cabins
Hull
Steel hull
Launched
2018
About Sapphire Cruise
Sapphire Cruise sails the scenic waters of Halong Bay, departing from Tuan Chau Marina. Launched in 2018, the steel hull vessel offers 21 well-appointed cabins and a relaxed, attentive service that has earned a 9.0/10 rating from 158 guest reviews.
Onboard experiences include kayaking, swimming, caves, cooking class, with fresh local seafood served throughout the 3 days 2 nights program. Our local team personally inspects every cruise so you book with confidence at the best available rate.
Onboard Facilities
Activities & Experiences
2 things we love most about Sapphire Cruise
Cruise Itinerary
Programs and schedules subject to change due to weather conditions.
Route Map
Sapphire Cruise · 3 Days 2 Nights
- 1Tuan Chau Marina
- 2Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave
- 3Titop Island
- 4Luon Cave & Lagoon
- Morning
Reach Tuan Chau Harbor by midday. Before settling into the cabin, check in onboard, take advantage of the complimentary welcome drink, and pay attention to the safety briefing.
- In The Afternoon
Sail toward Lan Ha Bay on the cruise ship while having lunch in the restaurant. After passing through hundreds of magnificent limestone islands, the ship sets its anchor in a remote location. You spend one to two hours in the afternoon swimming and kayaking on the bay. Let's go back to the cruise. Come to the upper deck for a finger snack party during the sunset. Additionally, you can schedule a massage at reception or observe the culinary lesson while preparing a typical Vietnamese meal. Dinner is served in the evening. After that, you have free time to fish squid, get a massage after a tiring day, or order beverages at the bar. Included were lunch and dinner.
- Morning
If you're an early riser, you might want to take a Taichi lesson to get more energy for the day. After a modest breakfast, board a tiny boat for pickup. Reach Cat Ba Island by boat. Ride a bike through Viet Hai Village to see the deep jungle and discover native way of life. If you are not interested in biking, there are electric cars accessible. Return to the day boat and explore more of Lan Ha Bay. We provide lunch in the afternoon. Take pleasure in kayaking in the tunnel cave of Tai Queo. The ferry then sails to Ba Trai Dao Beach, where people can go swimming. Reenter Sapphire Cruise at approximately 16:00. The restaurant serves dinner in the evening. Free time to participate in events. included breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Early Morning
visitors to Lan Ha Bay are not to be missed for their breathtaking and serene views of the surrounding landscape. Take a Tai Chi class on the upper deck, or just enjoy a hot tea or coffee. Visit Dark-Bright Cave in a sampan boat driven by a native after a modest breakfast. Next, return to the cruise liner to unwind for a little before checking out and partake in the restaurant's brunch. Reach the harbor of Tuan Chau at approximately 11:45. Among the meals were: Lunch and Breakfast
Important Notes
- Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather and tide conditions.
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay: the decision is made by the Halong Bay Management Board on the day of departure.
- In the event of a weather cancellation we will arrange an alternative date on request, or refund in accordance with the cruise policy.
- Passengers should arrive at the harbour at least 30 minutes before the overnight cruise boarding time.
Cruise Inclusions & Options
Everything that is and isn't covered, plus our cruise & booking policies.
- 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
- Beverages (cocktail, wine, other drinks)
- Transfer service
- Tips and other personal expenses
- Peak season surcharge
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
- Check in on board: 12:30 PM
- Check out: 11:00 AM
- Return Hanoi: 3:30 PM
- The FOC rate for children under 4 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 4 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
- Children from 4 - 10 will pay an extra 85% of the 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 24.12.2024 to 5.1.2025 and on 24th December and 31st December, Lunar New Year (28, 29, 30, 31/01/2025)
- 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)
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
- From 30 to 11 days prior to check-in: 15% of total rates
- From 10 to 7 days prior to check in: 30% of total rates.
- Less than 7 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.
158 customer reviews for Sapphire Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding52
- Excellent95
- Very good8
- Good3
Traveler type
- Family with children29
- Groups of friends22
- Mature couples42
- Solo travellers35
- Young couples30
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.
Guest reviews
- 9.6James Patterson🇦🇺 Australia25-06-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Mature couples - 9.1Lucas Moreau🇫🇷 France20-04-2025
Excellent
Outstanding food and an incredibly attentive crew. The sunset on the sun deck is something we will never forget.
Young couples - 9.4Mihail Georgiev🇧🇬 Bulgaria19-01-2025
Excellent
Outstanding food and an incredibly attentive crew. The sunset on the sun deck is something we will never forget.
Groups of friends - 9.1Daniel Schmidt🇩🇪 Germany14-08-2025
Excellent
The ship was spacious and modern. Our cabin was lovely with a balcony and a tub, and the views over the bay were amazing.
Young couples - 8.8Ananya Rao🇮🇳 India13-07-2025
Very good
The ship was spacious and modern. Our cabin was lovely with a balcony and a tub, and the views over the bay were amazing.
Family with children - 9.4Sofia Rossi🇮🇹 Italy09-05-2025
Excellent
Everything ran smoothly from the transfer to disembarkation. Great value for a luxury experience.
Solo travellers - 8.9Emma Whitfield🇬🇧 United Kingdom09-03-2025
Very good
Outstanding food and an incredibly attentive crew. The sunset on the sun deck is something we will never forget.
Mature couples - 8.6Chen Li🇨🇳 China06-02-2025
Very good
Outstanding food and an incredibly attentive crew. The sunset on the sun deck is something we will never forget.
Family with children
Frequently Asked Questions
Transfers are an optional add-on. We offer a shared shuttle bus and private limousine that you can add during booking.
Yes — free cancellation up to 7 days before departure for a full refund, in line with our cruise policy.
Children of all ages are welcome; family cabins and child pricing are available on request.
Questions & Answers (378)
Looking for more info? Send your question and our Hanoi team will answer it here as soon as possible.
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Asked by Ben · 1 day, 15 hours ago
Do you have a family suite available for 3 adults on a 3 days 2 nights trip in July, and how much does it cost?
1 answerAAnswered by Helen · 16 hours ago
Thank you for your interest in Sapphire Cruise. Yes — our Family Suite comfortably fits 3 guests. For your dates the best available rate is around $330 per person including all meals on board. We also offer a round-trip shuttle between Hanoi and the harbour for $30 per person. Best regards.
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Asked by Akiko T. · 1 week ago
We are 6 people (4 in one room and 2 in another). Can you accommodate us, and which sightseeing stops are included on the Halong Bay route?
1 answerAAnswered by Annie (Ms.) · 6 days, 14 hours ago
For a group of 6 we recommend three cabins, two of which can be arranged as connecting cabins for your convenience. The Halong Bay itinerary visits the key highlights of the route — we have emailed you the full day-by-day program with all sightseeing stops. Best regards.
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Asked by Daniel R. · 3 weeks, 6 days ago
Can we book a round-trip shuttle service from our hotel in Hanoi, and is hotel pick-up included?
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 3 weeks, 4 days ago
Yes, we offer both a shared shuttle bus and a private limousine transfer with door-to-door hotel pick-up in the Hanoi Old Quarter. You can add this during booking or simply let us know your hotel and we will arrange it. Best regards.
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