Oriental Sails

Description

Type:	Superior Cruises
Rating Stars:	3 star
Country:	Vietnam
City:	Ha Long
Phone No:	+84969623100

Oriental Sails with two cruises 1 & 2, is a superior cruise directing to standard services. Built in 2009 and newly renovated in 2014 in ancient Vietnamese style, Oriental Sails features 18 deluxe cabins of traditional style combined with modern facilities and comfort. The junk boasts rattan & wooden furnishings, a multitude of windows for amazing views from the inside, and a panoramic sundeck allowing different activities with the beauty of Halong Bay as a backdrop.

Inspired by traditional Vietnamese style, Oriental Sails II (8 cabins) features Vietnamese charm combined with modern facilities and high quality service. The junk boat offers rattan & wooden furnishings, cozy cabins & restaurant, wide windows for stunning panoramic views of Halong Bay, and relaxing spacious top deck allowing endless joy & leisure.

Cruise Itinerary

2 Days/1 Night

DAY 1: HANOI – BAI TU LONG BAY (L/D)

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

12:30 – 13:00: Embark on Oriental Sails followed by cruise briefing.

13:00 – 15:30: Savor a delectable lunch as Oriental Sails cruises further along the limestone islands of Bai Tu Long Bay.

15:30 – 16:30: You are free to choose one of the below options:

Option 1: Fishing village visit

Those are interested in local daily life: Take a bamboo rowing boat trip (around 45 minutes) around Vung Vieng fishing village – one of the largest fishing villages in Halong Bay to see the life of local fishermen. The village is set in closed lagoon, surrounded by mountains, excellent settings for some good photos.

Option 2: Beach and kayaking

For those who like some water activities and beach. The tender shall take you to Ban Chan beach, where you can enjoy yourself on the beach, swimming or playing volleyball…, or try your hands in some kayaking in the magnificent setting for Halong Bay.

16:30 – 17:30: Return to Oriental Sails and have bath then relax as the sun starts to set.

17:30-19:00: Enjoy the Happy Hour at the bar and on the sun deck and take part in our cooking class with Oriental Sails Chef

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 – HANOI (B/L)

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 towardThien 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

3 Days/2 Nights

DAY 1: HANOI – BAI TU LONG BAY (L/D)

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

12:30 – 13:00: Embark on Oriental Sails followed by cruise briefing.

13:00 – 15:30: Savor a delectable lunch as Oriental Sails cruises further along the limestone islands of Bai Tu Long Bay.

15:30 – 16:30: You are free to choose one of the below options:

Option 1: Fishing village visit

Option 2: Beach and kayaking

16:30 – 17:30: Return to Oriental Sails and have bath then relax as the sun starts to set.

17:30 – 19:00: Enjoy the Happy Hour at the bar and on the sun deck and take part in our cooking class with Oriental Sails Chef

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 (B/L/D)

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.

08:15 – 09:30: Discover the bay by one-day itinerary on our professional day boat.

9:30 – 12:00: Visit Thay Cave, coral reef reservation area, free swimming and jumping from the cruise to emerald water of the Bay.

12:00 – 13:30: Have lunch on our day boat, relax for couples of minutes.

13:30 – 15:30: Follow the itinerary, Vung Ha Lagoon is chosen to be next destination. You are free to visit a water cave, relax or swim on a beach, do kayaking.

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 – HANOI (B/L)

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 towardThien 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/excluded

Inclusions:

Welcome drinks on board
Overnight & Sightseeing fees
Meals on board
Tai Chi session
Kayaking fee
Local English speaking guide
Private cabin with AC
Service charges

Exclusion:

Drinks, tips & personal expenses
Beauty spa and massage services
Shuttle bus Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (10$/person)
Other things not mentioned

Surcharge for Public holidays is 30 USD/adult; 25 USD/child (6-11yrs) on these dates:

Lunar New Year (check again)
Christmas Day (24 Dec)
New Year Day (31 Dec)

Availability

Available Rooms

Deluxe Single

Max Guests: 1

Elegantly furnished with wooden flooring, air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and an en suite bathroom with shower facilities and free toiletries.

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Deluxe Double or Twin

Max Guests: 2 | Max Kids: 1

Elegantly furnished with wooden flooring, air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and an en suite bathroom with shower facilities and free toiletries.

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Cruise Types