2-Day Oriental Sails Junk Cruise of Halong Bay
At a glance
2-Day Oriental Sails Junk Cruise of Halong Bay is a 2 days small-group experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, operated by A Travel Mate And Trading Company Limited. Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 402 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $135 per person. Included: Overnight accommodation on board (twin/double basis), Activities mentioned in description, Lunch.
Highlights
- Rated 4.7/5 by 402 travellers
- Small group of up to 20 people for a more personal experience
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2 days
- Group
- Small group, up to 20 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking · adult required
- Ages
- Infant 0–5 · Child 6–11 · Youth 12–15 · Adult 16–80
- Cancellation
- See cancellation policy
Options & availability
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Halong Cruise on OrientalSails
from $135
Explore Halong Bay on Oriental Sails – one cruise vessel featuring 18 deluxe cabins and one featuring 8 deluxe cabins furnished in classic Vietnamese style. This 2-day cruise into the legendary Halong
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 08:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Explore Halong Bay on an overnight cruise aboard a traditional-stye junk boat. A variety of activities allows you to experience the best of this UNESCO World Heritage site, including cave visits, swimming, kayaking, practicing Tai Chi, and a cooking class. However, you are also free to just relax on board and enjoy the scenery.
What's included
What's included
- Overnight accommodation on board (twin/double basis)
- Activities mentioned in description
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Welcome drink
- Breakfast
Not included
- Drinks
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Compulsory Gala Dinner on 31 Dec at 35 USD per person
- Transfer Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi by shuttle bus at surcharge at 20 USD/person/2 way
Itinerary
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Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay · 1h 15m
12.00 – 12.30 Embark Oriental Sails. Enjoy welcome drink and get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin.
13.15 Have lunch while cruising in the magnificent Ha Long Bay, admiring the fascinating nature, then anchor at Titop Island area. -
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay · 2h
15.00 – 16.00 Join a guided visit to Sung Sot Cave (also called Amazing Cave), one of the biggest and the most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay.
16.00 – 17.00 Climb to the peak of Titop Island for the panorama view of the bay. Going down and relaxing on the beach, swimming in the crystal water. -
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay · 40m
17.20 Return Oriental Sails, enjoying the sunset while relaxing with Happy hour from now to dinner time at the bar.
18.00 Enjoy happy hours with various drinks on discounts. Take part in a cooking demonstration and food décor with our Chef -
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay · 40m
17.20 Return Oriental Sails, enjoying the sunset while relaxing with Happy hour from now to dinner time at the bar.
18.00 Enjoy happy hours with various drinks on discounts. Take part in a cooking demonstration and food décor with our Chef -
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay · 4h
19.00 – 21.00 Dinner is served. Private dinner is available on requested
21.00 – 22.00 Time of second happy hours to the late night or join squid fishing with the crew, sing karaoke or just laze around or relax in your cabin. -
Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi · 2h
Welcome a new day with amazing dawn on the Legendary Gulf of Tonkin. Refresh your body & soul by a Tai-chi lesson on sundeck.
07.00 – 08.00 Catch morning view of seascapes with a cup of tea or coffee, have breakfast while charming the labyrinth of Karst. -
Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi · 1h
Join a guided to explore hidden parts of the bay, Luon cave. You share a sampan with other tourists with a local rower or taking a kayak on your own.
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Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi · 3h
Return to Oriental Sails for shower.
09.30 Check out your room. Oriental Sails weighs the anchor to continue to roam the picturesque route toward Bai Chay bridge for photos.
10.50 Have lunch.
12:00 Disembark. Cruise ends.
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Traveller ratings
4.7
402 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 324
- 4 ★ 48
- 3 ★ 16
- 2 ★ 8
- 1 ★ 6
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Vegetarian option is available; please advise at time of booking if required
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Person with disability: physical or sensory
- Person who has symptoms of hallucinations, sleepwalking, fear of being enclosed, epilepsy…
- Person who is older than 80
- Person who is overweight (>120kg)
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the 2-Day Oriental Sails Junk Cruise of Halong Bay take?
The experience lasts about 2 days.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $135 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Overnight accommodation on board (twin/double basis); Activities mentioned in description; Lunch; Dinner; Welcome drink; Breakfast.
Where does it start?
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Can I cancel?
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 402 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Hanoi.