Sapa Halong Bay Tours

Day 1: Tuan Chau Port – Lan Ha Bay – Viet Hai Village – Van Boi Beach
08:20 – 08:50
If you book our limousine service, our driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy a comfortable ride through the countryside. On the way, we will make a short stop so you can rest and refresh.

If you don’t stay in Hanoi Old Quarter, please let us know in advance so we can arrange the pick-up point for you.

12:15 – 12:30
When you arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, our staff will welcome you warmly at the waiting lounge and assist you with a quick check-in before boarding Tulip Cruise. You will then be taken to Tulip Cruise, your floating home for the next three days, by a transfer boat.

13:00 – 13:30
You will get on board Tulip Cruise at Finger Islet. You will enjoy a refreshing welcome drink while our cruise manager gives you a short safety briefing and an overview of 2-day 1-night itinerary on Tulip Cruise. After checking in to your cabin, you will head to the restaurant for a delicious lunch while admiring some of Halong Bay’s most iconic limestone formations such as Turtle Islet and Man Head Islet.

15:00
Our first destination is Viet Hai Village, a peaceful village located in Cat Ba National Park. Here, you can ride a bicycle or choose an electric car to look around. You can explore small paths, traditional houses, and the tranquil daily life of the villagers.

17:00
After exloring Viet Hai Village, you will return to Tulip Cruise and head to the Van Boi area. It’s one of the most beautiful and less-crowded destinations in Lan Ha Bay. Here, you can enjoy swimming in the clear, calm water or try kayaking around the limestone cliffs and hidden lagoons.

18:30
When going back on Tulip Cruise, you will join a short cooking class with our cruise talented chef, where you’ll learn how to make Vietnamese traditional dishes. After that, you will relax with an afternoon tea and fresh seasonal fruits while watching the sunset over the bay.

19:15 – 19:30
You will enjoy a luxury buffet dinner including fresh seafood, Vietnamese specialties, and many international dishes, all prepared with care by our talented kitchen team.

21:00
You can spend your night your way. You can enjoy music at the bar, try your luck at squid fishing, or simply relax on the sundeck under a sky full of stars. If you prefer, you can rest in your cabin to get ready for the next day in Lan Ha Bay. You will sleep overnight on Tulip Cruise.

Day 2: Hospital Cave – Cat Ba National Park – Cat Ba – Lan Ha Bay
06:00
You will start your day with a refreshing Tai Chi session on the sundeck. This is a wonderful way to wake up your mind and body.

07:15
You will enjoy a buffet breakfast while admiring the panoramic view of the bay. After breakfast, you will have time to relax as Tulip Cruise continues further into Lan Ha Bay.

08:00
You will be transferred to Beo Harbor by speedboat to begin your Cat Ba Island excursion.

08:15
You will discover Hospital Cave, a mysterious place built inside the mountain. During the war, it was used as a secret hospital to treat soldiers.

09:20 – 09:35
You will continue your trip to Cat Ba National Park, where you can take a peaceful walk through the green forest or challenge yourself with a hike to Ngu Lam Peak, which offers a wide view of the bay.

12:30
You will arrive in Cat Ba Town and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Here, you can taste fresh seafood and traditional Vietnamese dishes made with local ingredients.

13:50
You will have some free time to relax, go shopping, or explore the lively town at your own pace. You can buy souvenirs for family and friends at local shops.

15:00
You will return to Beo Harbor and board the speedboat back to Tulip Cruise. This will be a good moment to rest or sit on the sundeck and enjoy the calm atmosphere of the bay.

17:00
Tulip Cruise will reach Van Boi Beach, where you can swim in the clear waters or enjoy a fun kayaking to explore the bay yourself.

18:30
After visiting Van Boi Beach, you will have the chance to join our cooking class with our Tulip Cruise’s talented chef. Then you will enjoy afternoon tea and fruits while watching the sunset from the sundeck.

19:15 – 19:30
You will taste a delicious seafood dinner prepared with Vietnamese specialties onboard. If you have any special vegetarian or dietary requirements, please let us know, then we will prepare alternative dishes to meet your needs.

21:00
You can spend the evening as you like. You may choose to play games, listen to music, try squid fishing, or simply relax before spending the night on Tulip Cruise.

Day 3 Lan Ha Bay – Dark & Bright Cave – Tuan Chau Harbor
06:00
You will greet the last day on Tulip Cruise by a gentle Tai Chi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind while enjoying the peaceful morning view of Lan Ha Bay.

07:15
You will enjoy a buffet breakfast at the restaurant on Tulip Cruise before starting your adventure to Dark & Bright Cave.

07:45 – 08:00
You will be transferred by a day boat to visit the Dark & Bright Cave. Here, you will experience a peaceful bamboo boat ride rowed by local villagers and have the chance to admire the unique stalactite formations inside the cave.

09:30
After exploring Dark & Bright Cave, you will return to Tulip Cruise and start preparing for the check-out procedure. You will have some time to freshen up. Don’t forget to check your luggage carefully to ensure there is nothing left in your cabin.

10:45 – 11:30
You will complete the check-out procedure, give your key to the receptionist. After that, you will enjoy a farewell lunch on board, and settle any additional services during your trip on Tulip Cruise.

11:30 – 12:00: Say goodbye to crew
You will disembark by speedboat at Tuan Chau Harbor and say goodbye to our Tulip Cruise friendly crew. You will have some time to relax in the waiting lounge to wait for our limousine to pick you up.

12:00 – 12:30: Meet your driver at Tuan Chau Harbour
Our driver will take you back to Hanoi. On the way, we will stop in Hai Duong for a short break before arriving at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter in the late afternoon.

15:30 – 16:00: Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi.