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Oriental Sails Halong Bay
Halong International Cruise Port – No 9 Halong, Bai Chay, Quang Ninh City
9.2Excellent - 143 reviews
Oriental Sails Halong Bay
Halong International Cruise Port – No 9 Halong, Bai Chay, Quang Ninh City
Launched in 2009
18 Cabins
Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay
Oriental Sails
Styles:
Budget Cruises,
Cruise-Lines: Oriental Sails
- Bar
- Cooking Class
Why choose Oriental Sails?
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Triple room (3 single beds) available
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Wooden boat with traditional style
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Spacious restaurant with beautiful view
Cabin & Rates
Most popular
Deluxe Cabin
2 pax
12.0 m2
Double / Twin
Cabin detail
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If your cancellation is from one certain number of days before your departure, you won’t be charged any single coin. Policy is applied separately for each cruise, please see cruise details or contact our sales for more information.
Booking Policy
Price Includes
- 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
Price Excludes
- 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
Cancellation Policy
- 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!
Children Policy
- 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
Cruise Itineraries
2 days
3 days
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Titop Island
Day 2: Luon Cave - Halong International Port - Hanoi
Last update 15:36 Tuesday 28 Nov 2023
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
About Oriental Sails
A part of the esteemed Oriental Sails Group, Oriental Sails Halong Bay is a distinguished 3-star wooden vessel, originating from 2009. Showcasing an embodiment of traditional Vietnamese aesthetics, our budget-friendly boats boast opulent interiors and comprehensive amenities, complemented by impeccable services.
Facilities & Deck Plan
Oriental Sails have three cruises with the same decorations and facilities arrangement. All Oriental Budget Sails have three decks: lower, upper, and sundeck. Most cabins are concentrated here on the lower deck and include a kitchen area. The other cabins, bar and restaurant are arranged on the upper floor. The sundeck or the rooftop is the most favourite space of Oriental budget cruise where guests can sunbathe, sightsee, or just enjoy tasty cocktails among stunning Halong Bay.
Restaurant and Bar
Freshly caught, flavorful local seafood and other delicacies are served at the Oriental Sails restaurant. The restaurant's atmosphere, welcoming staff, quiet water, X-breeze, and breathtaking views of the area's many islands all contribute to a wonderful dining experience.
Sundeck
Located on the rooftop, there is an opening space for guests to enjoy the nature of Halong. You can taste some drinks onboard while sightseeing the sunset with your fellows from Oriental’s sundeck view.
Golden Bar with friendly cruise's bartender
Service & Activities
Your attraction will be changed according to your program. Day 1 and Day 2 (2-day program) and Day 3 (3-day program), the Halong Budget Cruise sails from Halong International Port to discover Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Titop Island. Besides, you will have a chance to explore Lan Ha Bay in Bai Trai Dao and Dark & Bright Cave on the second day of the 3-day-2-night itinerary.
- Exploring caves: Explore the stunning in-mountain caves and find the hidden secret of Halong Bay.
- Kayaking: Pad a kayak or a bamboo boat with a local guide through peaceful lagoons.
- Joining Tai chi lesson: Welcome fresh dawn on the bay with healthy Taichi exercise on this budget cruise.
- Swimming: Swim in the middle of nowhere in the warm, fresh waters.
- Soft hiking: Climb stiff rocks rising out of breathtaking Halong Bay.
- Sunbathing: Sunbathe on the pampered deck of this junk boat cruise.
Kayaking through pretty limestones
Food & Drink
Oriental Sails provides Vietnamese seafood dishes in meals during the voyage.
In a 2-day schedule, you can enjoy 3 meals onboard: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner. On the other hand, the 3-day schedule supports you with 6 meals.
The time to taste meals is 7:00–8:00 for breakfast, 13:00 for lunch, and 19:00 for dinner.
Moreover, you can enjoy all beverages on the junk boat cruise every time you want with a surcharge based on the bar menu. Each cabin is served 2 bottles water per day and complimentary drinks on your first day when you check in Oriental Sails.
Special Cuisine with colorful attraction
Transportation
Oriental Sails offers Shuttle bus service. The bus departs daily at 8:00 - 8:30 from Hanoi center. The average bus ride duration is 3.5 hours per way, including a rest at the stop-over. Then you will be brought to the port’s location at Halong International Cruise Port – No 9 Halong, Bai Chay, Quang Ninh City.
A private car is also ordered upon your request. If you transfer to Halong Bay on your own, please meet your guide and embark on Orientals Budget Cruise before 11:30 - 12:00.
Reviews
BestPrice’s Reviews
Cruise: 8.5/10
(+) Pros
- This wooden trash is embellished with several wooden pieces in a traditional manner.
- Visitors may still find plenty of contemporary amenities and comfortable quarters aboard the ship.
(-) Cons
- The ship needs extensive repairs. The façade and interior are both outdated and exhibit regular indications of wear and tear.
Cabin: 8.9/10
(+) Pros
- The ship's 18 medium-sized staterooms each have a nice hardwood interior.
- Families and small expedition groups will benefit most from the ground-floor location of the majority of the flats.
- On the twin or double bed with plush bedding, travelers may unwind after a long day and make use of a number of high-quality in-room amenities.
(-) Cons
- The exhaust of the bathroom is a bit poor and the wifi cannot be caught in the room.
Facilities and Services: 8.7/10
(+) Pros
- With simple facilities and respectable services, the lodging guarantees a peaceful stay.
- It features a dining room and bar, a sundeck where people may relax and host parties, as well as a shared sitting space.
- The business center and conference spaces on the ship are also available to business passengers.
(-) Cons
- Staff speaks English not well enough.
Food and Beverage: 9.3/10
(+) Pros
- In an attractive atmosphere, visitors are exposed to some of the best local seafood, Vietnamese cuisine, and worldwide delicacies during their dining experience.
(-) Cons
- There aren't any alternatives for beverages during the meal, though.
- Instead of only fruits, they should offered traditional Vietnamese desserts like che.
Itineraries and Activities: 8.9/10
(+) Pros
- The cruise first docks in the fishing town of Vung Vieng, where visitors may explore in a kayak or a bamboo boat.
- The next stop is Tra San, a great location for kayaking and bird viewing.
- Last but not least, visitors will find Thien Canh Son cave, the most well-known cave in Bai Tu Long Bay.
(-) Cons
- There was no time to truly unwind since the timetable was so hurried.
FAQs
Hanoi Old Quarter is the constant meeting point. If you want to be picked up or dropped off at the airport, we can support you by booking a private car at an adorable price for you.
You just need to bring your passport and confirmation from BestPrice to check-in.
Swimming is not allow in Bai Tu Long Bay. However, you can enjoy other interesting activities such as kayaking around villages, discovering wonderful caves, or trying Vietnamese cooking class....
A cabin can contain 2 adults and 1 child below the age of 6. If you want to have a great time with your family in a bigger room, you should choose Oriental Sails II which contains one room with three different beds accommodating up to three passengers and be suitable for a family.
No, You need to pay a surcharge for beverages on the cruise.
Customer Reviews
Overall Rating
Based on 141 customer's reviews
9.2
Excellent
Score breakdown
- Cruise quality 9.2
- Food/Drink 9.2
- Cabin quality 9.1
- Staff quality 9.3
- Enter/act 9
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I would like to thank Anna from the bottom of my heart for your wonderful support and pleasant discussions! She did an excellent job of portraying Bestprice Travel to the outside world professionally and seriously! I hope to schedule another holiday destination with you in the future.
And here I have… More I would like to thank Anna from the bottom of my heart for your wonderful support and pleasant discussions! She did an excellent job of portraying Bestprice Travel to the outside world professionally and seriously! I hope to schedule another holiday destination with you in the future.
And here I have some general feedback for the entire tour that could be improved.
1. I would rather spend two nights in Hanoi and then one night at Halong Bay than one night in Hanoi, one night in Halong, and then back in Hanoi. It was a bit much packing the luggage.
2. I would like to have the option of choosing hotels without breakfast - first because some people do not like breakfast, and second, because it saves money (since the whole tour cost a lot of money for me - it was worth it, of course, but still a lot of money). And I would like to save money someplace.
I appreciated WhatsApp's schedule feature, which provided a convenient snapshot of my daily activities. The day tours were all well-organized and interesting! They provided me with as much information as possible in the shortest amount of time. Additionally, drivers and guides usually contacted me a day in advance.
I appreciated your frequent communication with me whenever I had a query or problem. Less
My husband and I took this overnight cruise as part of a vacation to Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. The sights were magnificent. However, be prepared for hundreds of boats cruising beside you, as well as crowded shores and tiny boat tours. The boat was smaller, which we loved. The cabins were large,… More My husband and I took this overnight cruise as part of a vacation to Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. The sights were magnificent. However, be prepared for hundreds of boats cruising beside you, as well as crowded shores and tiny boat tours. The boat was smaller, which we loved. The cabins were large, with open windows. The crew was customer-focused and provided wonderful service. The cuisine was extremely nice. The only concern was that we were unable to carry our own purchased water bottles on board. There was water to fill bottles for excursions, but we had to buy water for our meals and lodgings. I am not sure if this is standard practice among cruise lines, or if it saves Oriental Sails money. Overall, Halong Bay is a must-see; however, expect people everywhere. Less
Overall, my visit to HaLong Bay was a wonderful experience. The best part was sailing along with breathtaking views and scenery! Stunning bays and coves. The boat was comfortable, and the crew was friendly and accommodating!
My husband and I took this overnight cruise as part of a vacation to Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. The sights were magnificent. However, be prepared for hundreds of boats cruising around and small boat excursions (the advertising images do not depict this). The boat was smaller, which we loved. The… More My husband and I took this overnight cruise as part of a vacation to Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. The sights were magnificent. However, be prepared for hundreds of boats cruising around and small boat excursions (the advertising images do not depict this). The boat was smaller, which we loved. The cabins were large, with open windows. The crew was customer-focused and provided wonderful service. The cuisine was extremely nice. The only concern was that we were unable to carry our own purchased water bottles on board. There was water to fill bottles for excursions, but we had to buy drinks for our meals. I am not sure if this is standard practice among cruise lines, or if it saves Oriental Sails money. Overall, Halong Bay is a must-see; however, expect people everywhere. Less
My buddies and I were seeking for a triple room for our vacation of Halong Bay. That is how we were fortunate to discover Bestprice and Huyen Anh suggested us on Oriental Sails. Everything went smoothly and easily, from the booking to the pick-up in Hanoi and throughout the excursion.
We were aboard… More My buddies and I were seeking for a triple room for our vacation of Halong Bay. That is how we were fortunate to discover Bestprice and Huyen Anh suggested us on Oriental Sails. Everything went smoothly and easily, from the booking to the pick-up in Hanoi and throughout the excursion.
We were aboard with very kind and helpful staff. We learned a lot about Vietnam and Halong Bay. Every meal we ate on the boat was fresh and wonderful! We enjoyed all of the activities along the bay and would suggest this tour to anyone! Less