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4.7
42 reviews
Oriental Sails will allow refunds via Seek Sophie credits if you can’t travel due to COVID-19 restrictions.
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At a Glance
At a Glance
Set sail for Halong Bay in Oriental Sails' traditional junk boat and catch the splendid sights from your large bay-view windows! On this activity-packed 2D1N adventure, explore Vung Vieng fishing village in a kayak or bamboo boat, head ashore to hike on Titop island, and visit the beautiful Thien Canh Son (Surprise) Cave. Reconnect with local culture in a morning Tai Chi session and Vietnamese cooking class – best of all, look forward to generous portions of delicious Vietnamese dishes, with vegetarian options included! **Kindly note that this offer is only applicable to Vietnamese and foreigners currently living in Vietnam. Price is valid for trips to be taken by 30th September 2020.
Details
2 days 1 night
Join-in trip
Up to 20 persons
Activities
Hiking
Watersports
Other Outdoor Activities
Kayaking / Canoeing
Boat Tour
Mountain / Volcano Hikes
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Suitable For
Backpackers
Solo Travellers
Small Groups
Trip Highlights
Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave
Ti Top ('Titov') Island
Bamboo Boating
Vietnamese Cooking Class
Learn Tai Chi
Halong Bay
Choose this if...
You’re looking for a comfortable yet affordable way to explore Halong Bay – experience unique activities and enjoy a wonderful view of the bay from your spacious room!
What's included
What's included
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Oriental Sails - Double Cabin (Private)
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Entrance fees, taxes and service charge
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English speaking guide
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Bamboo boat (sightsee around the bay)
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Welcome drink
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Cooking class
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Meals on-board
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Sunrise Tai-chi session
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Cruise passenger insurance
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Drinks
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Kayak
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Accommodation
Accommodation
Availability
Availability
Scheduled Trip Dates
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Prices shown in USD
Where You'll Meet
Where You'll Meet
FREE - Meet-up at Halong Bay
- Halong International Cruise Port 12:30pm Details
+US$ 15.79/person - Return Transfer from Hanoi
- Hanoi Old Quarter 08:00am Details
What You'll Do
What You'll Do
This is a sample itinerary and may be weather-dependent. Start/end times may depend on transport chosen.
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay
Discover hidden spots of limestone caves on a Vietnamese basket boat, guided by a local boatman!
- 12:30pm - Meet-up at Halong International Cruise Port
- (For guests taking the return transfer) 8:00am - 8:30am - Depart Ha Noi city for Ha Long International Cruise Port
- 12:00pm - 12:30pm - Embark on Oriental Sails and enjoy a welcome drink before checking in to your cabin.
- 1:15pm - Enjoy a delicious lunch while cruising along the magnificent Ha Long Bay, through the area of Canh Buom Cliffs, Thumb Islet, and Soi Sim Islet.
- 3:00pm - 4:00pm - Visit Sung Sot Cave (also known as the Amazing Cave), one of the largest and the most spectacular caves in Ha Long Bay!
- 4:00pm - 5:00pm - Hop onto a bamboo basket boat and follow a local boatman to the well-hidden treasures of the bay.
- 5:20pm - Return to Oriental Sails and enjoy the sights from your comfortable room.
- 6:00pm - Freshen up with some light bites and relax on the top deck or learn how to make Vietnamese spring rolls from the chef!
- 7:00pm - 9:00pm - Have a hearty Vietnamese dinner on the cruise.
- 9:00pm - 10:00pm - Enjoy a drink at the bar, try squid fishing with the crew, or simply relax in your cabin.
Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi
Climb to the peak of Titov Island and enjoy panoramic views of the bay!
- 6:30am - Stretch your body with a Tai-chi lesson on Oriental Sail's sundeck.
- 7:00am - 8:00am - Catch exquisite morning views of the bay while having breakfast on the cruise.
- 8:00am - 9:00am - Climb to the peak of Titov Island for a magnificent panoramic view of the beautiful bay! Relax around the island or feel free to have a swim in the bay before returning to the cruise.
- 9:30am - Check-out from your room. As the cruise embarks on the picturesque route towards Bai Chay bridge, snap some photos to capture your precious memories of the trip.
- 10:50am - Have an early lunch on the cruise.
- 12:00pm - Disembark from Oriental Sails.
- (For guests taking the return transfer) 12:15pm - Begin the journey towards Ha Noi and arrive at your hotel around 4:30pm.
- 12:00pm - End at Halong International Cruise Port
Meet your guide
Meet your guide
Oriental Sails
4.7
(42 reviews)
Boasting over 7 years of experience hosting international travellers on the tranquil waters of Halong Bay, Oriental Sails Co. Ltd prides itself on setting excellent standards for deluxe cruising with the Oriental Sails and the Calypso Cruiser. On board these wooden boats adorned with time-honoured traditional designs, travellers can look forward to delectable cuisines of generous portions, unparalleled hospitality by the warm and passionate crew, as well as contemporary cabins and facilities that will make their stay a memorable and comfortable one.
8 years experience
Fluent English
Refuse Plastics
Litter-Free
Wildlife-Safe
What others are saying
What others are saying
4.7
out of 42 helpful reviews
Animesh R
20 Mar 2020
From the beginning of the trip i.e from the time you book it you will be taken good care. The bus picks you up at 7:30 am and the first person you meet will be "An". What a wonderful guide he is. Funny and helpful. An & Jenifer (The bus driver) will make your 3.5 hour journey such a wonderful drive that you won't even realise when it's over.
Every men on that cruise is always smiling and is ready to help you. About the food, it was tasty and was presented in the most amazing way.
Two most amazing things to do is Kayaking and participate in cooking class(boys should do it) as a special treat for their lady.
It's a heaven for Meat lovers, though it can be a bit tough on pure vegetarians..😃
AJ0208
15 Mar 2020
This cruise was nice. The food was plentiful and nice. Rooms were good. Staff was extremely helpful. I would avoid spending any money on any of their spa options. They are not licensed masseuse, and the same person giving you an award massage is serving you dinner. Save your money.
Clive D
12 Mar 2020
Wife & I stayed 1 night 2 days. Cabin was of large size. Good size shower/ toilet room. Food was excellent. Great service as well. The trips were well timed. Drinks expensive to what we were used to paying.
dumpling_18
11 Mar 2020
The Oriental Sails Halong Cruise was included in our Vietnam holiday package and was definitely worthwhile, even though the weather was cold, rainy and miserable.
The food on board was very yummy and generous - except for the pork and beef - which were very tough and overcooked.
Drinks are not included in the price and there is quite a lot of pressure from the staff to purchase bottles of wine and other alcohol.
The staff are helpful and efficient and very organised.
On board included activities include a cooking demonstration, sunrise taichi, after dinner karaoke and dancing, a bamboo boat ride around the bay and local fishing village (or kayaking) and morning visit to a limestone cave.
Please don't stay too long in the Dining Room after dinner as this doubles as the staff sleeping quarters!
The guest cabins are comfortable and include an ensuite with hot water for showers which was very appreciated after our bamboo boat rides in the cold and rain.
Halong Bay is very beautiful and 1 night, 2 days is sufficient for this excursion.
Rica R
05 Mar 2020
We were welcomed by Pinky,our tour guide from the hotel. She was with us through out our journey. She is very skillful, very nice person and friendly. We had a wonderful trip with her and the team through out our journey.
A very big thanks to the team.
Covid Policies and Practices
Covid Policies and Practices
Covid Safety Precautions
Hand sanitiser will be provided on board.
Covid Cancellation Policy
If there are strict Covid-19 regulations that prevent you from going on your trip,
you may get a full refund via Seek Sophie credits (can be used on multiple bookings with no expiry) or reschedule at no additional costs.
Otherwise, we would do our best to help you reschedule in other cases.
Read our full policy here.
Policies
Policies
Usual Cancellation Policy (for Non-Covid reasons)
As Oriental Sails would be holding the slot for you and turning down other potential customers,
you won’t be able to cancel after you book.
Helpful Questions from Other Travellers
What should I pack?
Camera
Cash (for purchasing drinks during happy hour, buying souvenirs or tips)
Change of clothes
Electrical adapter
Flipflops
Hat (it gets sunny!)
Passport (required for registration on the boat)
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Swimsuit
Toiletries
Umbrella and/or light rain jacket
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