Oriental Sails Junk
Oriental Sails was built in 2009 and newly renovated in 2014 in traditional Vietnamese style with modern facilities and comfort. This budget junk boat has rattan & wooden furnishings, and a panoramic sundeck.
Committed to offering guests both charm and comfort, Oriental Sails offers facilities fitted to international standards for guests to enjoy the spectacular scenery of Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay
- Bar
- Cooking class
- Restaurant
- Wifi
Cabins & Suites
Deluxe Cabin
Deluxe Cabin
- Free cancellation
- All board - meals included
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Booking Policy
- Meals as mentioned
- Accommodation on board (twin/ double basis)
- English speaking tour guide
- Tai Chi exercise
- Entrance fees
- Welcome drink, fresh fruit
- Complimentary: a bottle water/ person in bus and in room
- Transfer Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi by Shuttle bus (book in next step)
- Travel insurance
- Personal Expenses such as drinks from the Bar,
- Tips and Gratuities
- Barbecue on beach
- The children under 6 years old have to pay compulsory service charge and insurance: 5 USD/kid
- Surcharge for Christmas 24/12, New Year 31/12, Lunar New Year’s Eve
- Child under 6 years old: F.O.C.(Baby cot on request: Free).
- Child 6 - 11 years old: 75% adult price.
- Maximum 1 child sharing same cabin with 2 adults
- The children under 6 years old have to pay compulsory service charge and insurance:
- 5 USD/kid/2 days trip
- 10 USD/kid/3 days trip
- More than 21 days before check-in: FREE of charge
- From 11 to 20 days before check-in: 30% of total rates
- From 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
- Less than 7 days before check-in & no Show: 100% of total rates
If the cancellation be announced by the Management Board of Halong Bay, depend on the timing of the cancellation, following policies will be applied:
- Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (none of the services has been used): 100% refund.
- During the trip (some services have been used: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
- The trip be cut down from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged a 2 days/1 night trip, plus other used services, the rest will be refunded.
- The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
Cruise Itinerary
8:00 - 8:30 | Travel from Hanoi
Pick up at your hotel and start the 2.5-hour drive to Halong International Cruise Port (The cruise price doesn’t include the transfer fee).
11:30 - 12:30 | Get on board - Lunchtime
Arrive at the pier and embark on Oriental Sails by transfer boat. Listen to the cruise briefing and receive the room key afterward.
You will have lunch while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay and admire the fascinating nature. Then the ship anchored at the Titop Island area.
An excursion to Sung Sot Cave
Join in a guided tour to Sung Sot Cave (also called Surprising Cave), one of the biggest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay. Don’t forget to take pictures of the colorful stalagmites and stalactites here.
Explore Titop Island
You arrive at the stunning Titop Island. Here, you may hike to the peak of the island for a panorama view of the bay. Then you can go down and relax on the beach, and swim in the crystal water to relax.
Sunset time on board
Afterward, return to Oriental Sails and enjoy the Happy Hour at the bar on the sundeck to unwind. Guests can join the cooking demonstration to make Vietnamese dishes later.
Join the Cooking Class
Have dinner - Free time
Dinner is served in the restaurant on board. Then you can socialize with other guests, try squid fishing, or just laze around. Stay overnight on board.
Morning activities
Welcome a new day with an amazing dawn in Halong Bay. Refresh your body & soul with a Tai-chi lesson on sundeck.
Catch a morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, and have breakfast while viewing the charming labyrinth of Karst islands.
Visit Luon Cave
Participate in a trip to one of the most fascinating spots of the bay, Luon Cave. Here, you share a sampan with other tourists with a local rower or take a kayak on your own to explore the gorgeous landscape of the area.
Have fun with Kayaking
9:30 | Check-out time - Enjoy brunch
After the cave tour, return to Oriental Sails to refresh a bit before checking out your cabin. Then, go to the restaurant for a nice brunch.
11:00 - 11:30 | Get off board
The budget junk sails back to Halong International Harbour. Say goodbye to the crew members and disembark.
14:30 - 15:00 | Arrive at Hanoi
Your driver will pick you up at the waiting lounge (book the transfer with an extra fee) and transfer you back to Hanoi. Get off at your hotel.
8:00 - 8:30 | Hanoi Pickup
Wait for your driver at your hotel in Hanoi and travel to Halong International Harbour if you book the transfer service (not included in the price).
11:30 - 12:30 | Embark - Have lunch
Arrive at the pier and take the transfer boat to Oriental Sails. Then, listen to the cruise briefing and then pick up your room key.
You will have lunch while traveling across the spectacular Halong Bay, admiring the breathtaking natural beauty. The ship then moored at Titop Island Area.
A visit to Sung Sot Cave
Participated in a guided tour to Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave in English), one of Halong Bay's largest and most magnificent caverns. Don't forget to photograph the beautiful stalagmites and stalactites found here.
Explore Sung Sot Cave
Titop Island Excursion
Afterward, you arrive at Titop Island, which is a fantastic spot to unwind. Let’s hike to the mountaintop for a panoramic view of the bay. Then you may walk down to the beach and relax by swimming in the crystal clear sea.
Admire the sunset on board
Return to Oriental Sails during dusk and relax with some drinks in Happy Hour time at the sundeck bar.
Then, you may participate in a cooking class to learn how to make Vietnamese food.
Dinner and Free time
After a long day, go to the restaurant for a delicious dinner. You may chat with other visitors at the bar, go squid fishing, or simply relax after that.
Activities in the morning
Welcome a new day with an amazing dawn. Refresh your body & soul with a Tai-chi lesson on sundeck.
Breakfast will be served in the dining area later.
Explore Dark & Bright Cave
You will spend the rest of the morning discovering the beauty of Lan Ha Bay on a day boat.
You may stop at the stunning Dark & Bright Cave area for kayaking in around 1.5 hours. This place is a wonder of nature with magnificent mountains rising from the water with great biodiversity.
Enjoy Lunch
Around noon, guests may return to the day boat for lunch and relax for a bit in the natural atmosphere.
Unwind in Ba Trai Dao
Next, move to Ba Trai Dao beaches to swim in the crystal water or tanning on the beautiful white sandy beaches here.
Join a trip to Pearl Farm
Afterward, the boat returns to Halong Bay to explore more pretty landscape.
You will stop for around 40 minutes at Pearl Farm Exhibition Center and Museum to learn how to raise the farm and harvest pearls while listening to its business from the locals here.
Return to Oriental Sails
Later, you’ll be back on the boat and transfer to the overnight cruises at the Titop area.
Around sunset, you may join the Happy Hour on the sundeck or take part in the cooking class to make Vietnamese Spring rolls.
Evening
Dinner is served in the cruise’s restaurant. Private dinner is available as requested.
Then, entertain yourselves with squid fishing or reading books and drinking at the bar on board.
Create unforgettable memories
Tai Chi Class - Have breakfast
Wake up your body and mind with a refreshing Tai Chi Class on the sundeck under the glorious sunrise.
Then have breakfast to refill your energy for the day.
Practice Tai Chi in the morning
Discover Luon Cave
Travel to the charming Luon Cave area with amazing rock formations. You can choose to have a rowing boat trip or kayak by yourself to explore this natural attraction.
9:30 | Check out - Brunch time
Return to Oriental Sails for refreshment before checking out your cabin. Then enjoy a nice brunch in the restaurant as the junk cruises back to the pier.
11:00 - 11:30 | Cruise ends
The ship arrives at Halong International Harbour. Let’s get off and wait for your driver in the waiting lounge (book the transfer with an extra fee).
14:30 - 15:00 | Reach Hanoi
Get in your transportation and travel from Halong to your hotel in Hanoi. Trip ends.
Customer reviews
My hubby and I went on this sail. The sights were magnificent. However, be prepared to cruise with hundreds of other boats.
The ship was smaller, which we loved. The cabins were cozy, with open windows. The staff provided wonderful service. The cuisine was extremely nice.
The only concern was that… Read More
Boat that doesn't look like much but is impeccable inside. It is accessed by a speedboat (a shame because of the strong smell of gasoline). The cabin is succinct but very clean.
Lunch upon arrival then visit the Surprise Cave. Then head to Tiptop Island beach. Evening entertainment: learning to make spring rolls, squid fishing...
I'm satisfied with the service. The 2-day cruise was short but fun. Thank you so much!!
I was satisfied with most of the cruise services and activities from the restaurant, cabin, spa to happy hours. Everything was excellent. Kudos to the cruise staff. Very attentive and helpful.
The experience was unforgettable, couldn't find a better cruise and experience. Highly recommend.
I'm so thankful for the staff on board. I was sick on the 2nd day and they took care of me. I really appreciate that.
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