Oriental Sails

(The cruise with 18 cabins)

Visit: Bai Tu Long Bay

Super 8.6/10 - Score from 28 Traveller reviews

Rates in Low season ( Months: 5,6,7,8, 9)

2 days: from ^us $125 /person

3 days: from ^us $225 /person

Rates in High season ( Months: 10,11,12,1,2,3,4 )

2 days: from ^us $135 /person

3 days: from ^us $235 /person

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How to book a cabin and Important Notes. Click here !

Please Note: Low season(Months:5,6,7,8,9) – High Season(Months: 10,11,12,1,2,3,4)

Rates in “High Season” are normally higher than “Low Season” ( Rates from some luxury cruises only).

How to book cabin(s):(1) Choose your “Cabin Types” -> (2) “Number of persons” -> (3) “Check” -> (4) ” Next”

Transfer: You might also have to pay the fees for transfers if you book on some 5 stars cruises(rate from us $ 30/person for 2 ways: Hanoi <=> Cruise harbor @ Transfers might be FREE that depends on promotion dates.).

# Superior cruises & some Deluxe Cruises were included.

@ Transfers are only available for the route: Hotels/place in Hanoi’s Old quarter – Cruise harbor – Hotels/place in Hanoi’s Old quarter

Final payment: After make a deposit or your whole group(Please visit our payment page here). The rest money, you are going to pay us once we meet you at your hotel in Hanoi. We’ll tell you more information about the trip, then give you travel ticket.

Or you can pay online before 1 to 15 days to save your time.

Pick up/Drop off: Our modern & safe shuttle buses pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter every morning around 07:45 am – 08:30 am, and drop you off at the same place around 04 pm – 05 pmon the final day of your trip.(another place? please request !) .

=> If you stay at a hotel/place far from Hanoi’s Old Quarter, please book a taxi to Hanoi Opera House or a place that we will show you later.

// All cruises in Halong Bay leave from the docks around 12:00 – 12:30 pm daily and arrive back at the docks around 11am: 11:30 am on the final day of the trip.

@ If you have flights at late afternoon after your halong bay tour, please inform us ASAP, so we can arrange a car directly to the airport for your group.

What to bring?: Passports, sunglasses,camera, sport shoes, essential luggage,jackets & sweaters(winter in months:11,12,1,2,3,4), some medicine for sea-sickness(optional).

@ You can leave your big suitcases at your hotel in Hanoi while on a cruise.

@ If you do not stay at your hotel in Hanoi again after the trip, please bring all luggage with you.

How far?: 170km from Hanoi to Halong Bay, around 2 – 4 hours to go(depend on routes).

Oriental Sails was launched in 2007 and designed in Vietnamese traditional style. The cruise consists 18 lovely and modern cabins combined with modern facilities that make comfortable.

There is no balcony cabins on this cruise but all cabins are spacious, big window, nice and clean bathroom and travelers are always happy with the cruise at its budget.

This cruise visits Bai Tu Long Bay where is less touristy area with Vung Vieng floating village, Thien Canh Son cave,etc.

Shuttle bus is included for this cruise but only pick up/drop off at hotel or places in Hanoi's Old Quarter.

Oriental Sails Cabins

Cabin	Cabin Size (m2)	Bed Type	Extra Bed
Deluxe triple - 3 single beds See detail Deluxe triple - 3 single beds Cabin Description Cabin size : 15 Bed size : 3 single beds Extra bed : No Cabin Facilities Turndown services Shower and hot water Private Bathroom with full toiletries Fire extinguishers In-cabin refrigerator Coffee / tea maker Ocean View Beauty mirror En-suite Bathroom Bathrobe Safety box Safety Equipment and Life Vests Wardrobe Slippers Mini Bar Complimentary Drinking Water In-house Telephone Individual controller air-conditioning Hair-dryer Panoramic Window Upper Floor Flower and fruit basket	15	3 single beds	No
Ocean Double - upper floor See detail Ocean Double - upper floor Cabin Description Cabin size : 13 Bed size : 1 Double bed Extra bed : Yes Cabin Facilities Turndown services Shower and hot water Private Bathroom with full toiletries Fire extinguishers In-cabin refrigerator Coffee / tea maker Ocean View Beauty mirror En-suite Bathroom Bathrobe Safety box Safety Equipment and Life Vests Wardrobe Slippers Mini Bar Complimentary Drinking Water In-house Telephone Individual controller air-conditioning Hair-dryer Upper Floor Flower and fruit basket	13	1 Double bed	Yes
Ocean Twin bed - upper floor See detail Ocean Twin bed - upper floor Cabin Description Cabin size : 13 Bed size : 2 single beds Extra bed : Yes Cabin Facilities Turndown services Shower and hot water Private Bathroom with full toiletries Fire extinguishers In-cabin refrigerator Coffee / tea maker Ocean View Beauty mirror En-suite Bathroom Bathrobe Safety box Safety Equipment and Life Vests Wardrobe Slippers Mini Bar Complimentary Drinking Water In-house Telephone Individual controller air-conditioning Hair-dryer Upper Floor Flower and fruit basket	13	2 single beds	Yes
Deluxe Double cabin See detail Deluxe Double cabin Cabin Description Cabin size : 11.6 Bed size : 1 double bed Extra bed : No Cabin Facilities Turndown services Shower and hot water Private Bathroom with full toiletries Fire extinguishers In-cabin refrigerator Coffee / tea maker Ocean View Beauty mirror En-suite Bathroom Bathrobe Safety box Safety Equipment and Life Vests Wardrobe Slippers Mini Bar Complimentary Drinking Water In-house Telephone Individual controller air-conditioning Hair-dryer	11.6	1 double bed	No
Deluxe twin bed See detail Deluxe twin bed Cabin Description Cabin size : 11.6 Bed size : 2 single beds Extra bed : No Cabin Facilities Turndown services Shower and hot water Private Bathroom with full toiletries Fire extinguishers In-cabin refrigerator Coffee / tea maker Ocean View Beauty mirror En-suite Bathroom Bathrobe Safety box Safety Equipment and Life Vests Wardrobe Slippers Mini Bar Complimentary Drinking Water In-house Telephone Individual controller air-conditioning Hair-dryer	11.6	2 single beds	No

Oriental Sails Facilities

Cruise restaurant

Vegetarian food
Western Food
Buffet lunch or dinner
Set menu
Soft drinks and Cocktails
Seasonal fruits
Vietnamese Food and Seafood
International breakfast
Morning buffet brunch

Trip highlight

Visit Bai Tu Long Bay, enjoy the beautiful & tranquil atmosphere of the Bays.
Enjoy excellent Vietnamese Cuisine & special seafood on board.
Visit Thien Canh Son cave, beautiful beach, floating village and Swimming Area.
Enjoy the romantic sunrise & sunset on cruise sundeck
Fishing at night and enjoy great atmosphere of the bay at night
Amazing Kayaking through the grottoes & limestone of the Bay

DAY 1: HANOI - BAI TU LONG BAY

08:00 – 08:30 Pick-up at hotel and start the 3 hour-and-a-half drive to Hon Gai harbor, check in Oriental Sails JSC’s private waiting hall – The OS Lounge.

12:15 – 12:45 Embark on Oriental Sails by transfer boat. Listen to cruise briefing and receive room key.

13:00 – 15:30 Savor a delectable lunch as Oriental Sails cruises further along the limestone islands of Bai Tu Long Bay, heading to Vung Vieng fishing village – one of the largest fishing villages in Halong Bay to see the life of local fishermen.

– Option 1: Take a bamboo rowing boat trip around Vung Vieng Fishing Village

– Option 2: Take kayak and go kayaking by yourself with help and instruction of tour guide around the Village.

17:30 – 18:00 Return to Oriental Sails and have bath then relax as the sun starts to set. Enjoy the Happy Hour at the bar and on the sun deck while cooking demonstration is organizing.

19:00 Dinner is served. Socialize with other guests, night squid fishing or just laze around. Singing and dancing activities are available till 22h00.

– Overnight on board at Cong Do Area

DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY - HANOI

06:30 – 07:00: Start your day with Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck.

07:00 – 09:00: Catch morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, have breakfast while cruising toward Thien Canh Son Cave.

09:00 – 09:30: Visit Thien Canh Son Cave – the medium size and less visited cave in Bai Tu Long Bay

09:30 – 10:00: Check-out room. Luggage can be delivered to the reception area.

10:00 – 11:00: Head back to the Harbor. Have early lunch on board. Disembark Oriental Sails at around 12h00.

12:00 – 16:30: Transfer back to Hanoi and trip finishes at the hotel around 16h30

Trip highlight

DAY 1: HANOI - BAI TU LONG BAY

08:00 – 08:30 Pick-up at hotel and start the 3 hour-and-a-half drive to Hon Gai harbor, check in Oriental Sails JSC’s private waiting hall – The OS Lounge.

12:15 – 12:45 Embark on Oriental Sails by transfer boat. Listen to cruise briefing and receive room key.

– Option 1: Take a bamboo rowing boat trip around Vung Vieng Fishing Village

– Option 2: Take kayak and go kayaking by yourself with help and instruction of tour guide around the Village.

17:30 – 18:00 Return to Oriental Sails and have bath then relax as the sun starts to set. Enjoy the Happy Hour at the bar and on the sun deck while cooking demonstration is organizing.

19:00 Dinner is served. Socialize with other guests, night squid fishing or just laze around. Singing and dancing activities are available till 22h00.

– Overnight on board at Cong Do Area

DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY - UNTOUCHED AREAS

06:30 – 07:00 Start your day with Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck. Enjoy a cup of coffee or refresh yourselves in Bai Tu Long majestic Bay.

07:00 – 08:00 Have breakfast in the restaurant.

08:30 – 15:30 Discover Bai Tu Long bay by one-day itinerary on our professional day boat.

– Cruise toward Tra San, Vung Ha Island where tourists can go kayaking, and catching beautiful sights and enjoy the wild, bewitching nature with many limestone islands, lovely small beaches.

– Have lunch on our day boat at Vung Ha area.

15:30 – 17:30 Transfer back to Oriental Sails Cruise. Have dinner and night activities on board.

– Over second night on board at Cong Do area.

DAY 3: BAI TU LONG BAY - HANOI

06:30 – 07:00: Start your day with Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck.

07:00 – 09:00: Catch morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, have breakfast while cruising toward Thien Canh Son Cave.

09:00 – 09:30: Visit Thien Canh Son Cave – the medium size and less visited cave in Bai Tu Long Bay

09:30 – 10:00: Check-out room. Luggage can be delivered to the reception area.

10:00 – 11:00: Head back to the Harbor. Have early lunch on board. Disembark Oriental Sails at around 12h00.

12:00 – 16:30: Transfer back to Hanoi and trip finishes at the hotel around 16h30

Included:

Full furnished cabin with A/C

Hot water on boat

1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner

Welcome drink

Cookery demonstrations.

Entrance and sightseeing fees

Kayaking. Local rowing boat

Fishing equipment

Exciting games

English speaking guide

Shuttle bus (round trip: Hotel in Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hotel in Hanoi)

Fruits and local wine party

Excluded:

Beverages.

Personal expenses.

All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above.

CHILDREN POLICIES

< 4 years old: Free of charge (share transfer seats & bed with adults)
From 4 – 9 years old: 75% of adult rates if using extra bed at cabin
From 10 years older: 100% as adult rates

CANCELLATION POLICIES

Cancellations only become effective once our sales office receives notification of cancellation IN WRITING to our email: halongbaycruisehunters@hotmail.com

For individual guests or group of guests with number of person lower than 6:

If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
If cancelled before 1 days or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged

For group of guest with number of person larger than 6:

If cancelled up to 10 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 5 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
Later or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged

For group of guest whose charters the boat

If cancelled up to 30 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 15 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
Later or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged

NOTES FOR PASSENGERS

Surcharge 25% for Merry Christmas, New Year's Eve and Chinese Lunar Year
Registration is required. Guest must contact with us 1 day before to supply passport’s information as: full name, gender, date of birth, nationality, passport number, visa expiry… otherwise, guest will get introduction about the method to check in, policies…. we will not responsible for any extra charge in case of late, missing. All of above cases are considered as no-show (not arrival).
Please note that the time may be changed depending on the policies of Halong bay management or weather permission. We will inform you before getting on the cruise.
For using the transfer service only: Daily shuttle bus departs from Hanoi Old Quarter at 8.00 – 8.30am, arriving Halong Bay at 12.00 – 12.30pm)

Oriental Sails was launched in 2007 and designed in Vietnamese traditional style. The cruise consists 18 lovely and modern cabins combined with modern facilities that make comfortable.

There is no balcony cabins on this cruise but all cabins are spacious, big window, nice and clean bathroom and travelers are always happy with the cruise at its budget.

This cruise visits Bai Tu Long Bay where is less touristy area with Vung Vieng floating village, Thien Canh Son cave,etc.

Shuttle bus is included for this cruise but only pick up/drop off at hotel or places in Hanoi's Old Quarter.

Oriental Sails Cabins

Cabin	Cabin Size (m2)	Bed Type	Extra Bed
Deluxe triple - 3 single beds See detail Deluxe triple - 3 single beds Cabin Description Cabin size : 15 Bed size : 3 single beds Extra bed : No Cabin Facilities Turndown services Shower and hot water Private Bathroom with full toiletries Fire extinguishers In-cabin refrigerator Coffee / tea maker Ocean View Beauty mirror En-suite Bathroom Bathrobe Safety box Safety Equipment and Life Vests Wardrobe Slippers Mini Bar Complimentary Drinking Water In-house Telephone Individual controller air-conditioning Hair-dryer Panoramic Window Upper Floor Flower and fruit basket	15	3 single beds	No
Ocean Double - upper floor See detail Ocean Double - upper floor Cabin Description Cabin size : 13 Bed size : 1 Double bed Extra bed : Yes Cabin Facilities Turndown services Shower and hot water Private Bathroom with full toiletries Fire extinguishers In-cabin refrigerator Coffee / tea maker Ocean View Beauty mirror En-suite Bathroom Bathrobe Safety box Safety Equipment and Life Vests Wardrobe Slippers Mini Bar Complimentary Drinking Water In-house Telephone Individual controller air-conditioning Hair-dryer Upper Floor Flower and fruit basket	13	1 Double bed	Yes
Ocean Twin bed - upper floor See detail Ocean Twin bed - upper floor Cabin Description Cabin size : 13 Bed size : 2 single beds Extra bed : Yes Cabin Facilities Turndown services Shower and hot water Private Bathroom with full toiletries Fire extinguishers In-cabin refrigerator Coffee / tea maker Ocean View Beauty mirror En-suite Bathroom Bathrobe Safety box Safety Equipment and Life Vests Wardrobe Slippers Mini Bar Complimentary Drinking Water In-house Telephone Individual controller air-conditioning Hair-dryer Upper Floor Flower and fruit basket	13	2 single beds	Yes
Deluxe Double cabin See detail Deluxe Double cabin Cabin Description Cabin size : 11.6 Bed size : 1 double bed Extra bed : No Cabin Facilities Turndown services Shower and hot water Private Bathroom with full toiletries Fire extinguishers In-cabin refrigerator Coffee / tea maker Ocean View Beauty mirror En-suite Bathroom Bathrobe Safety box Safety Equipment and Life Vests Wardrobe Slippers Mini Bar Complimentary Drinking Water In-house Telephone Individual controller air-conditioning Hair-dryer	11.6	1 double bed	No
Deluxe twin bed See detail Deluxe twin bed Cabin Description Cabin size : 11.6 Bed size : 2 single beds Extra bed : No Cabin Facilities Turndown services Shower and hot water Private Bathroom with full toiletries Fire extinguishers In-cabin refrigerator Coffee / tea maker Ocean View Beauty mirror En-suite Bathroom Bathrobe Safety box Safety Equipment and Life Vests Wardrobe Slippers Mini Bar Complimentary Drinking Water In-house Telephone Individual controller air-conditioning Hair-dryer	11.6	2 single beds	No

Oriental Sails Facilities

Cruise restaurant

Vegetarian food
Western Food
Buffet lunch or dinner
Set menu
Soft drinks and Cocktails
Seasonal fruits
Vietnamese Food and Seafood
International breakfast
Morning buffet brunch

Trip highlight

DAY 1: HANOI - BAI TU LONG BAY

08:00 – 08:30 Pick-up at hotel and start the 3 hour-and-a-half drive to Hon Gai harbor, check in Oriental Sails JSC’s private waiting hall – The OS Lounge.

12:15 – 12:45 Embark on Oriental Sails by transfer boat. Listen to cruise briefing and receive room key.

– Option 1: Take a bamboo rowing boat trip around Vung Vieng Fishing Village

– Option 2: Take kayak and go kayaking by yourself with help and instruction of tour guide around the Village.

17:30 – 18:00 Return to Oriental Sails and have bath then relax as the sun starts to set. Enjoy the Happy Hour at the bar and on the sun deck while cooking demonstration is organizing.

19:00 Dinner is served. Socialize with other guests, night squid fishing or just laze around. Singing and dancing activities are available till 22h00.

– Overnight on board at Cong Do Area

DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY - HANOI

06:30 – 07:00: Start your day with Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck.

07:00 – 09:00: Catch morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, have breakfast while cruising toward Thien Canh Son Cave.

09:00 – 09:30: Visit Thien Canh Son Cave – the medium size and less visited cave in Bai Tu Long Bay

09:30 – 10:00: Check-out room. Luggage can be delivered to the reception area.

10:00 – 11:00: Head back to the Harbor. Have early lunch on board. Disembark Oriental Sails at around 12h00.

12:00 – 16:30: Transfer back to Hanoi and trip finishes at the hotel around 16h30

Trip highlight

DAY 1: HANOI - BAI TU LONG BAY

08:00 – 08:30 Pick-up at hotel and start the 3 hour-and-a-half drive to Hon Gai harbor, check in Oriental Sails JSC’s private waiting hall – The OS Lounge.

12:15 – 12:45 Embark on Oriental Sails by transfer boat. Listen to cruise briefing and receive room key.

– Option 1: Take a bamboo rowing boat trip around Vung Vieng Fishing Village

– Option 2: Take kayak and go kayaking by yourself with help and instruction of tour guide around the Village.

17:30 – 18:00 Return to Oriental Sails and have bath then relax as the sun starts to set. Enjoy the Happy Hour at the bar and on the sun deck while cooking demonstration is organizing.

19:00 Dinner is served. Socialize with other guests, night squid fishing or just laze around. Singing and dancing activities are available till 22h00.

– Overnight on board at Cong Do Area

DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY - UNTOUCHED AREAS

06:30 – 07:00 Start your day with Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck. Enjoy a cup of coffee or refresh yourselves in Bai Tu Long majestic Bay.

07:00 – 08:00 Have breakfast in the restaurant.

08:30 – 15:30 Discover Bai Tu Long bay by one-day itinerary on our professional day boat.

– Cruise toward Tra San, Vung Ha Island where tourists can go kayaking, and catching beautiful sights and enjoy the wild, bewitching nature with many limestone islands, lovely small beaches.

– Have lunch on our day boat at Vung Ha area.

15:30 – 17:30 Transfer back to Oriental Sails Cruise. Have dinner and night activities on board.

– Over second night on board at Cong Do area.

DAY 3: BAI TU LONG BAY - HANOI

06:30 – 07:00: Start your day with Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck.

07:00 – 09:00: Catch morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, have breakfast while cruising toward Thien Canh Son Cave.

09:00 – 09:30: Visit Thien Canh Son Cave – the medium size and less visited cave in Bai Tu Long Bay

09:30 – 10:00: Check-out room. Luggage can be delivered to the reception area.

10:00 – 11:00: Head back to the Harbor. Have early lunch on board. Disembark Oriental Sails at around 12h00.

12:00 – 16:30: Transfer back to Hanoi and trip finishes at the hotel around 16h30

CHILDREN POLICIES

< 4 years old: Free of charge (share transfer seats & bed with adults)
From 4 – 9 years old: 75% of adult rates if using extra bed at cabin
From 10 years older: 100% as adult rates

CANCELLATION POLICIES

Cancellations only become effective once our sales office receives notification of cancellation IN WRITING to our email: halongbaycruisehunters@hotmail.com

For individual guests or group of guests with number of person lower than 6:

If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
If cancelled before 1 days or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged

For group of guest with number of person larger than 6:

If cancelled up to 10 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 5 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
Later or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged

For group of guest whose charters the boat

If cancelled up to 30 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged
If cancelled up to 15 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of total will be charged
Later or No – Show, the total of reservation will be full charged

NOTES FOR PASSENGERS

Surcharge 25% for Merry Christmas, New Year's Eve and Chinese Lunar Year
Registration is required. Guest must contact with us 1 day before to supply passport’s information as: full name, gender, date of birth, nationality, passport number, visa expiry… otherwise, guest will get introduction about the method to check in, policies…. we will not responsible for any extra charge in case of late, missing. All of above cases are considered as no-show (not arrival).
Please note that the time may be changed depending on the policies of Halong bay management or weather permission. We will inform you before getting on the cruise.
For using the transfer service only: Daily shuttle bus departs from Hanoi Old Quarter at 8.00 – 8.30am, arriving Halong Bay at 12.00 – 12.30pm)

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