Calypso Cruises

Halong Bay, Vietnam

Guide: English speaking
Departure: Tuan Chau Wharf, Halong Bay
Launched in: 2018
Cabins: 20
Star Rating: 3-Star
Route: Lan Ha Bay
Cruise operator: Oriental Sails

Calypso Cruises combines classic Indochine charm with the comfort of a modern boutique vessel, offering an intimate way to explore the spectacular landscapes of Lan Ha Bay. Built with a sturdy steel double-bottom hull and finished in an elegant white exterior, each cruise features 20 beautifully appointed cabins designed with warm, natural tones and high-quality wooden furnishings. Large windows bring the surrounding seascape into view, while modern amenities ensure a comfortable stay for up to 50 guests.

A distinctive feature of Calypso Cruises is its three white masts, giving the vessel a graceful profile as it sails through the emerald waters of Lan Ha Bay. The intimate atmosphere makes the cruise ideal for travellers seeking a more relaxed and personal experience on the bay.

The journey offers plenty of opportunities to discover Lan Ha Bay and its surrounding attractions. Depending on the itinerary, guests can kayak around Van Boi, swim at Ba Trai Dao Beach, explore Sang–Toi Cave, visit the historic Quan Y Cave, or discover Viet Hai Village, a secluded community surrounded by the mountains and forests of Cat Ba National Park.

Mornings on board begin peacefully with the sound of the waves and sunlight filtering through the cabin windows. Guests can practise Tai Chi on the sundeck, enjoy a game of golf, or simply relax on a sun lounger with a cocktail while taking in panoramic views of Lan Ha Bay as the cruise gently glides across the water.

Calypso Cruises route map

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Calypso Cruises Itinerary

2 Days
3 Days

Day 1: Tuan Chau – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay

12:15 – 13:00 | Embarkation at Tuan Chau Wharf
Transfer by small boat from Tuan Chau Wharf to Calypso Cruise. Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome drink while completing check-in procedures and receiving a brief introduction to the cruise and safety guidelines.

Lunch | Cruising Halong Bay
Enjoy lunch in the restaurant as Calypso Cruise sails through the magnificent scenery of Halong Bay before continuing towards Lan Ha Bay, where the cruise will anchor.

15:00 | Dark & Bright Cave
Join a guided excursion to Dark & Bright Cave, a beautiful area where visitors travel through a cave beneath the limestone mountains to reach a tranquil lake surrounded by karst formations. Explore by local rowing sampan or kayak at your own pace.

Return to the cruise to change and prepare for swimming, either in the sea or in the swimming pool on the sundeck, depending on weather conditions.

17:30 | Happy Hour & Sunset
Relax on the sundeck and enjoy Happy Hour with selected drinks at special prices. Take a refreshing swim in the pool and admire the surrounding scenery. On clear days, the sunset can be enjoyed from the sundeck.

18:00 | Cooking Demonstration
Join the chef for a cooking and food decoration demonstration.

19:00 | Dinner
Enjoy dinner at the Calypso Cruise restaurant.

20:30 – 22:00 | Evening Leisure
Relax after a day of activities with time to unwind in your cabin, watch a film, sing karaoke in the restaurant, or join the crew for a squid fishing experience by tender boat.

Overnight: Lan Ha Bay

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Tuan Chau Wharf

06:30 | Tai Chi & Sunrise
Welcome the new day with the sunrise over the Gulf of Tonkin and join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck.

07:00 – 07:45 | Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the restaurant.

08:00 | Trung Trang Grotto – Cat Ba Island
Take a short bus journey of approximately 20 minutes from Gia Luan Pier to Trung Trang Grotto. Explore this remarkable cave, shaped by millions of years of karst formation, while travelling through the natural landscapes of Cat Ba National Park.

09:00 | Return & Check-out
Return to Calypso Cruise, freshen up, and complete your check-out procedures.

09:00 – 10:00 | Early Lunch
Enjoy an early lunch on board before settling any outstanding bills.

10:30 – 11:15 | Disembarkation
Transfer by small boat back to Tuan Chau Wharf, where the Calypso Cruise journey concludes.

Inclusions

Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Luxury Deluxe accommodation in double, twin, or single configuration
Tai Chi session with an expert instructor
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
All entrance fees
Welcome drink and farewell Vietnamese tea
Drinking water: one bottle per person on the shuttle bus and one bottle per person in the cabin
Rowing sampan with a local rower
Kayaking
Swimming pool on the sundeck
Sea swimming, subject to weather conditions
Small-boat transfers as specified in the itinerary
Customer service assistance

Exclusions

Drinks
Private vehicle or shuttle bus
Personal expenses and services not mentioned in the itinerary
Food for children under 6 years old (based on year of birth)

Day 1: Tuan Chau – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay

12:15 – 13:00 | Embarkation at Tuan Chau Wharf
Transfer by small boat from Tuan Chau Wharf to Calypso Cruise. Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome drink and complete the check-in process, followed by a brief introduction to the cruise and safety guidelines.

Lunch | Cruising Halong Bay
Enjoy lunch while cruising through the spectacular scenery of Halong Bay before continuing towards Lan Ha Bay, where the cruise will anchor.

15:00 | Dark & Bright Cave
Join a guided excursion to Dark & Bright Cave, where a small passage beneath the limestone mountains leads to a peaceful lake surrounded by karst formations. Explore the area by traditional sampan with a local rower or kayak independently.

Return to the cruise to change before enjoying swimming in the sea or relaxing in the swimming pool on the sundeck.

17:00 | Happy Hour & Sunset
Relax on the sundeck during Happy Hour, with selected drinks available at special prices. Take a swim in the pool and enjoy the surrounding scenery. On favourable days, the sunset can be admired from the sundeck.

18:00 | Cooking Demonstration
Join the chef for a cooking and food decoration demonstration.

19:00 | Dinner
Enjoy dinner at the Calypso Cruise restaurant.

20:30 – 22:00 | Evening Leisure
Spend the evening at your leisure. Watch a film in your cabin, join karaoke in the restaurant, or head out by tender boat for squid fishing with the cruise staff.

Overnight: Lan Ha Bay

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Viet Hai Village

Today, explore deeper into Lan Ha Bay aboard a dedicated day boat, sailing among its islands, islets, and hidden beaches before visiting the secluded Viet Hai Village in the heart of Cat Ba National Park.

06:00 – 06:30 | Sunrise Tai Chi
Start the morning with Tai Chi on the sundeck while enjoying the peaceful dawn over the Gulf of Tonkin.

06:30 – 07:30 | Breakfast
Enjoy a light breakfast in the restaurant.

08:00 – 08:15 | Day Boat Excursion
Board the day boat and cruise through Lan Ha Bay towards Viet Hai Village.

09:00 | Viet Hai Village Cycling
Begin a scenic 5-kilometre cycling trip to Viet Hai Village, a small community surrounded by the mountains and forests of Cat Ba National Park. Guests who prefer not to cycle can travel by electric car.

11:30 | Scenic Cruising & Lunch
Return to the pier and board the day boat for a further cruise to the other side of Lan Ha Bay. The boat anchors in a peaceful location for lunch.

13:00 – 14:00 | Tai Quéo Cave – Kayaking
Kayak around the Tai Quéo Cave area, travelling through a tunnel cave towards a tranquil lake resembling a "Dragon Eye".

14:00 – 14:30 | Ba Trai Dao Beaches
Continue to Ba Trai Dao, also known as the Three Peaches Beaches.

14:30 – 15:30 | Swimming & Relaxation
Enjoy free time swimming in the clear waters of this scenic area. Complimentary finger fruits are served while cruising back towards Calypso Cruise.

16:00 | Return to Calypso Cruise
Return to the main cruise and relax on the sundeck. Enjoy Happy Hour or unwind in the sundeck jacuzzi.

19:00 | Dinner & Evening Leisure
Enjoy dinner in the restaurant, followed by leisure time and onboard activities.

Overnight: Lan Ha Bay

Day 3: Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Island – Tuan Chau Wharf

06:00 – 06:30 | Sunrise Tai Chi
Welcome the new day with Tai Chi on the sundeck while enjoying the morning scenery of the Gulf of Tonkin.

06:30 – 07:30 | Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast in the restaurant.

07:30 | Trung Trang Grotto – Cat Ba Island
Take a bus journey of approximately 20 minutes from Gia Luan Pier to Trung Trang Grotto. Discover this remarkable karst cave, shaped over millions of years, while enjoying the natural scenery of Cat Ba National Park along the way.

08:45 – 09:00 | Return & Check-out
Return to Calypso Cruise, freshen up, and complete your check-out procedures.

09:30 – 10:30 | Early Lunch
Enjoy an early lunch on board before settling any outstanding bills.

10:30 – 10:45 | Transfer to Tuan Chau
Transfer by small boat from Calypso Cruise to Tuan Chau Wharf.

11:15 – 11:30 | Disembarkation
Arrive at Tuan Chau Wharf, marking the end of your 3-day, 2-night Calypso Cruise experience.

Inclusions

Meals as specified in the itinerary
Luxury Deluxe accommodation in double, twin, or single configuration
Tai Chi sessions with an expert instructor
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
All entrance fees
Welcome drink and farewell Vietnamese tea
Drinking water: one bottle per person on the bus and one bottle per person in the cabin
Rowing sampan with local rower on Day 1
Kayaking on Days 2 and 3
Swimming pool on the sundeck
Sea swimming, subject to weather conditions
Small-boat transfers as specified
Day boat for the Day 2 excursion
Complimentary finger fruits after swimming
Bicycle or electric car in Viet Hai Village
Bath towel for guests during the Day 2 excursion
Customer service assistance

Exclusions

Drinks
Private vehicle or shuttle bus
Personal expenses and services not mentioned in the itinerary
Food for children under 6 years old (based on year of birth)

Calypso Cruises Cabins

Deluxe Cabin

The Deluxe Cabin offers a comfortable and inviting retreat with warm brown and orange tones that create a relaxed atmosphere inspired by traditional design. Each cabin features a well-appointed bedroom and private bathroom, with carefully selected bedding and modern amenities to ensure a restful stay.

Large windows open towards the bay, bringing the surrounding scenery into the cabin and offering beautiful views throughout the journey. Guests can enjoy the changing landscape, watch the sunrise or sunset, or simply relax with a drink while listening to the gentle sounds of the sea.

Size: 20 m²
Capacity: Up to 3 guests
Bed: 2 single beds
View: Sea view
Windows: Large bay-facing windows
Facilities: Private bathroom, modern amenities and selected bedding

Family Deluxe Cabin

Designed for families and friends travelling together, the Family Deluxe Cabin combines two connecting rooms with an internal connecting door, creating a convenient shared space while maintaining separate sleeping areas. The arrangement allows guests to move easily between the rooms and enjoy more time together throughout the journey.

With sea views and comfortable interiors, these connecting cabins provide a practical option for families looking for privacy and convenience on board.

Size: 20 m² per cabin
Capacity: Up to 4 guests
Bed: 1 double bed
View: Sea view
Configuration: Two connecting cabins
Location: 1st floor
Connecting Units: 4 pairs / 8 rooms

Deluxe Balcony Cabin

Located on the second floor, the Deluxe Balcony Cabin adds a private outdoor space where guests can enjoy the scenery at their own pace. The balcony is furnished with a small table and chairs and complemented by decorative plants, creating a pleasant setting to sit back and take in the fresh sea air.

Inside, the cabin provides a warm and comfortable atmosphere, while the private balcony offers an additional space for relaxing, enjoying the views, or watching the bay transform throughout the day.

Size: 20 m²
Capacity: Up to 2 guests
Bed: 1 double bed
View: Sea view
Location: 2nd floor
Private Balcony: Table and chairs
Cabins: Rooms 201–208