Indochina Sails Halong Bay

Indochina Sails Halong has three main decks with a capacity of 46 guests. This 4-star wooden junk boat features a bygone era of sophistication and rustic charm.

The 1st deck includes the reception room, a kitchen, and 13 Superior cabins (14m2, with ocean view).

The 2nd deck has a massage room at the rear, 04 Deluxe cabins (16m2), 04 Suites (20m2), and 02 President Suites (24m2). All the rooms on the 2nd deck are equipped with private balconies.

The 3rd deck boasts the Lotus restaurant, a bar, and a lounge for travelers to chill out.

Let’s take a look at the facilities and amenities that Indochina Sails Halong Cruise has to offer for its customers.

Sundeck

Located on the boat’s highest floor, the sundeck provides a spacious and airy area ideal for sightseeing the whole natural beauty of Halong Bay. It is equipped with many loungers and comfortable seating, suitable for relaxing and sunbathing.

Travelers can get to the sundeck for morning Tai Chi sessions, watch the gorgeous sunset, or enjoy a drink while breathing in the fresh air.

Let’s get on the sundeck, enjoy the fresh air, and see the majestic landscape of Halong Bay.

Lounge

Connected to the restaurant is the intimate lounge area. After the meals, guests may relax on the plush loungers and relax with beverages in hand. This space is tastefully decorated with ornamental plants and impressive wall art that extends to the ceiling.

The cozy lounge with its gorgeous wall art is a nice place to chill out on board.

Indochina Sails will take you to experience exciting activities in Halong Bay For the 2D1N itinerary, travelers can visit Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island. The 3D2N schedule will bring you further to Dark & Bright Cave and Ba Trai Dao in Lan Ha Bay, then back to Pearl Farm in the Halong area.

When enjoying an overnight cruise on Indochina Sails Halong, in addition to admiring the scenery of the beautiful bays, visitors can participate in many other exciting activities, which can be mentioned below.

Sightseeing activities

Explore Sung Sot Cave 

On the 1st day, travelers will have time to discover the stunning Sung Sot Cave with its majestic stalactites & stalagmites that dated thousands of years ago. Don’t forget to bring your phone or camera to take the best photos of the outstanding rock formations inside the cave.

The breathtaking view inside Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest caves in Halong Bay

Relax in Titop Island 

On the last day, you will visit the charming Titop Island. With its white sandy beach, this place is ideal for sunbathing and swimming. You can also hike to the mountaintop to catch the panoramic view of the bay.

Enjoy the bay's beauty from the white sandy beach of Titop Island

Visit Dark & Bright Cave 

This is one of the exciting activities for tourists who book the 3d2n tour. You will have around 1 hour on the second day morning to explore the majestic cave and its surrounding area. Feel free to sail your kayak freely, getting closer to the imposing islets, taking photographs, and admiring the lush flora.

Kayaking to Dark & Bright Cave and explore the spectacular seascape

Unwind in Ba Trai Dao

On the 3-day itinerary, you may refresh and unwind on the gorgeous Ba Trai Dao Beach. This area is surrounded by cliffs, offering an airtight, serene, and safe atmosphere for visitors to swim in the emerald and sunbathe leisurely on the white sandy beach.

Ba Trai Dao Area is famous for its pristine beaches and beautiful nature.

Onboard Activities

Spa & Massage

• Price: US $38 - $78/ session
• Time: 30 - 60 min/ session

Indochina Sails Halong provides a range of soothing spa & massage treatments for every guest to rejuvenate their body and soul. For a private and intimate experience, the spa service will be offered in your cabin. You can completely indulge in relaxation with professional therapies, including foot massage, body massage, etc.

Take a Tai Chi class 

Every morning, there is a Tai Chi class on the ship's sundeck. Visitors who attempt this martial art can increase their focus and health, which is a great way to warm up their bodies for the following activities.

Wake up early and participate in a Tai Chi Class to start your day refreshingly

Join the cooking class 

This is a valuable activity chosen by many tourists as it gives a great insight into Vietnamese cuisine. First, the chef will demonstrate to the guests how to carve basic fruits and vegetables. Then, with the chef's assistance, you may prepare various Vietnamese traditional foods and taste them once they are ready.

You can participate in the cooking class to learn about the technique of food carving.

Dining time

On Indochina Sails Halong Vietnam, the dining times are as follows: 6:30 for breakfast, 9:30 for full breakfast, 12:00 - 13:00 for lunch, and 19:30 for dinner.

Depending on the itinerary, customers will be served 2 - 3 meals a day:

• 2-day-1-night cruise: 01 breakfast, 01 lunch, 01 dinner, and 01 full breakfast.
• 3-day-2-night cruise: 02 breakfasts, 02 lunches, 02 dinners, and 01 full breakfast.

Cuisine style

Customers aboard this junk boat may enjoy a wide range of delectable Vietnamese and International cuisine prepared by expert chefs and staff. The menu also includes various fresh seafood dishes, including shrimp, oysters, crabs, squids, and more.

Experience the high-end dining service on a 4-star cruise

Indochina Sails offers an option specializing in Indian cuisine, boosting the dining experience of travelers by establishing a special section for authentic Indian meals. This new option is designed to cater solely to Indian guests on vacation, providing a pleasant cruise.

To ensure the most delightful culinary experience, groups of 6 or more may notice your nationality at least 5 days in advance. For group charter, there will be an Indian chef to offer even more personalized meals.

Drinks

In addition to rich cuisine, this place also has a bar with various attractive drinks. You can choose from juice smoothies to alcoholic beverages like beer, wines, cocktails, etc. These drinks are charged according to the bar menu.

• Alcohol drinks: from US $5/glass
• Non-alcohol drinks: from US $2/item

Note: The drink menu is for reference only, it can be adjusted over time.

High-standard Dining area

The dining room remains on the third deck, with a spacious area of up to 350m2, including an indoor bar. It can accommodate 46 people. The restaurant provides a comfortable and romantic setting, with exquisite timber decor and large panoramic windows that allow customers to appreciate the beauty of the bay while dining.

The large and bright restaurant equips floor-to-ceiling windows to make use of natural light.

Depending on the budget and passengers, travelers can book shuttle buses, D-car limousine 9-seats, or private cars, … with BestPrice Travel or the cruise company. All transportation is equipped with modern facilities, phone chargers, aircon, bottles of water, etc.

From Hanoi

If you have booked the transfer service, around 08:00 - 08:30, You will be picked up at your hotel lobby in Hanoi Old Quarter and then get to Halong Bay.

From Halong City

For passengers who want to arrive at the port on their own without using the transfer service of Indochina Sails Halong, please note to arrive before 11:30 for check-in at No.22, Tuan Chau Port.

Indochina Sails Waiting Station at No.22, Tuan Chau Marina

BestPrice Reviews: 9.1/10

Every year, Indochina Sails Halong receives thousands of tourists on their trip to Vietnam. That proves the attraction of the ship has never cooled down. This ship also received positive reviews from travelers who have experienced it.

Verified reviews for this cruise ship's food and beverage options score 98% better than city accommodations. In addition, this Halong Bay overnight cruise scores 97% higher than city accommodations for cleanliness. At a reasonable cost, if Halong Bay is your next destination, Indochina Sails is a great choice for mid-range travelers.

Facilities & Amenities - 9.0/10

Pros

• Elegance junk boat in vintage style, very well appointed with stylish common areas.
• The ship was newly renovated in 2023 so the facilities are in good condition.
• The room was beautifully furnished, bedding was comfortable.
• Spacious dining area with 350m2 in size, which is perfect for public activities and atmospheric relaxing space.

Cons

• Pretty small cabin size, from 20m2 and below.
• The Superior Cabins don’t have a private balcony with insufficient soundproof systems.

The sparkling sundeck gives an airy space and magnificent bay views.

Activities & Itinerary - 9.2/10

Pros

• Good schedule covering a variety of activities: caving, hiking, swimming, etc. with plenty of time to explore the attractions.
• The itinerary has room for relaxation, with only one main destination for a day.
• The cooking class was engaging with both fruits & vegetables carving and making Vietnamese food.

Cons

• The lack of onboard entertainment makes it a little boring, compared to other 4-star cruises.

Travelers can sip cocktails on the sundeck to unwind after an active day.

Food & Beverages - 9.0/10

Pros

• Tasty and well-cooked food, whether it’s a buffet or set menu, there are plenty of options.
• The dinner is of very good quality, both in terms of the flavor and the decoration.
• The sunset party offers a sumptuous afternoon tea and tasty 

Cons

• Most of the main dishes for dinner are seafood, which may not be suitable for some customers.
• Drinks are not well-priced, it takes from US $2 for a non-alcohol drink.

Soak up the peaceful ambiance and enjoy flavorful afternoon tea

Services - 10/10

Pros

• Extremely professional and courteous service along with a well-designed program
• Very friendly staff and taking good care of their customers in any cases
• Fantastic and knowledgeable tour guide with funny stories and accommodating service 

The professional crew always provides excellent service during your overnight stay.

TripAdvisor Reviews

• Number of reviews: 1073
• Excellent: 878/1073 reviews

Indochina Sails Halong Bay on Tripadvisor is highly rated by customers who love traditional and close-to-nature experiences. This wooden junk boat offers a comfortable space with excellent service, enthusiastic staff, and delicious food. Customers are also fond of the itinerary that is not too packed, creating a relaxing and memorable experience. 

Overall, this 4-star cruise to Halong Bay is a nice option for mid-range travelers who looking for a trip of relaxation with nice service.