In case the service isn't qualified enough, except for out-of-control situations such as weather conditions, we receive and appreciate all your comments. With the highest respect, we will investigate your case and will offer the reimbursement once your complain is rational
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.
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Oriental Sails Halong Bay
Highlight Services & Facilities
- Bar
- Live Music
- Restaurant
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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
![]() Deluxe Cabin
2 pax
12.0 m2
Double/Twin
Cabin detail
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- 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
- For Group under 5 cabins:
- More than 15 days prior to check-in: FREE of charge.
- From 14 to 10 days prior to check-in: 50% of total rates
- From 9 to 4 days prior to check-in: 70% of total rates
- Less than 72 hours prior to check-in: 100% of total rates
- 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!
- 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

Important Notes:
- 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.
Oriental Sails Halong presents three cruises with 8, 11, and 16 deluxe cabins. All of the cabins are fully equipped with modern facilities and high-quality service. Especially, these cabins offer rattan, wooden furnishings with wide windows which allow all passengers to fully admire breathtaking views of the bay.
- Cabin size: 4.5 square meters
- Capacity: 2-3 adults
The luxurious staterooms on Oriental Sails are elegantly designed with elements of both modern and oriental architecture. Brown and yellow together provide a warm and opulent environment.
International design and construction standards were used to create the cabins, which have a luxurious hardwood interior and big windows to take in Halong Bay's breathtaking beauty. Each cabin measures 14.5 square meters and has two twin beds or one comfy bed with opulent lines to provide a good night's sleep. One room aboard Oriental Sails, in particular, has three distinct beds and can sleep up to three people, making it ideal for a family or group of friends.
With top-notch facilities, luxury cabins provide worry-free stays for visitors thanks to the installation of a fire alarm system and a comprehensive emergency kit in each room.
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 with the 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
Your attraction will be changed according to your program. Day 1 and Day 2 (2-day program)/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 Trinh Nu Cave, Pearl Farm, and Soi Sim 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.
- Climbing on islands: Climb stiff rocks rising out of breathtaking Halong Bay.
- Sunbathing: Sunbathe on the pampered deck of this junk boat cruise.
Oriental Sails provide Vietnam 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 7-8 o’clock for breakfast, 13-14 o’clock for lunch, and 19-20 o’clock 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 bottled water per day and complimentary drinks on your first day when you check in Oriental Sails.
Special Cuisine with colorful attraction
Oriental Sails offers Shuttle bus service. The bus departs daily at 8:00 – 8:30 AM 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 by your own, please meet your guide and embark on Orientals Budget Cruise before 12 noon.
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
Based on 123 customer's reviews
- Cruise quality 9.2
- Food/Drink 9.2
- Cabin quality 9.1
- Staff quality 9.4
- Enter/act 9
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Questions & Answers (5)
Hi, I'm very interested to book for my family of 5, we have 3 kids age 14, 11 and 9. Is there any room for 5 on 2nd Apr 2024? Any chance you are able to give us free private transfer one way from Hanoi to Halong Port? This would then mean the cruise is within our budget.
The room on Oriental Sail is quiet small so that if you will need 2 cabin. If you want a bigger room or connect room, you should change to Sena Cruise but the price would be more expensive. For private transfer, you can book for 16 seats van with the same price you book for bus transfer
Hello! Is it possible to meet the cruise directly at the Ha Long International Cruise Port instead of at Hanoi? And if yes, what time is it?
Yes you can. The time for check in start from 11:00 am so you should ready at the port at that time
What are the drink prices on board. Water, coffee. Softdrinks and beers, please
Water is available 1 bottle free in room. Soft drink and local bear is about 3-5 USD/lon, cocktail is about 7 USD. Wine depend on type.
Is it possible to take a suitcase (25 kg) on board or do I need to leave it in the hotel?
You should leave it at hotel cause it too hard to move around.
Does Oriental Sails Cruise have a restaurant on board?
Yes of course.






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