Indochina Sails - RECOMMENDED

Opt : 2days/1night - Sleep on Boat

Trip code: INDC2D

Our boats, or Junks, are built in Vietnam, utilizing local materials and the handiwork of skilled shipbuilders, craftsmen and artists. As in the days of old they are built entirely of wood. The wood featured in the interiors is called “go huong”, which translates as aromatic wood, it is a highly durable and beautifully grained wood which adds to the rich and warm character of the boats.
Each of our boats features spacious, well-appointed cabins and suites with large ensuite marble bathrooms, a large sundeck with comfortable lounging furniture and an elegant dining room and bar. We have designed and fitted our boats to international standards while maintaining traditional Chinese Junk styling, creating the perfect balance of modern comforts and nostalgic ambiance.
The Indo 1 and Indo 2 are identical boats and were both launched in 2007. Each comprises 15 cabins (Superior and Deluxe Cabins). The deluxe cabins are are a bit larger and feature rainfall showers and are all situated on the second decks of the boats. 
Our newest boat, the Indo 3, launched in late 2008, also features ceramic artworks handcrafted in Bat Trang, well known as the home of the country’s most talented ceramic craftsmen. All of our boats are decorated with silk from Van Phuc, the “Silk Village”.

Day 1: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay (L/ D)

07.45 – 08.15: The shuttle bus pick up at your hotel. Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta. Get your camera ready to take photos. Comfort break. The time from Hanoi to Halong bay is approximately 3 ½ hrs.

12.15 Boarding our boat at Tuan Chau Port – enjoy welcome drink, receive cruise briefing and safety instructions.

13.15 – 14.00 Passengers enjoy the deluxe Vietnamese Set Menu Lunch. Massage service is available after lunch and throughout the cruise. Please book in advance with your Cruise Manager.

Drink vouchers are given out from 15.00 to 18.00.

14.00 – 16.00 Cruise through Halong Bay, passing the most beautiful and quiet areas including Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock, Finger Islet.

16.00 Arrive at Surprise Cave - one of the most spectacular and largest grottoes of Halong Bay. The mouth of the grotto is reached by ascending about a hundred stone steps.

17.30 Depart and sail for about 30 minutes to anchor overnight.

18.30 – 19.00 Attend the Fruit and Vegetable Carving Lesson led by our Head Chef. During the lesson, the chef will conduct Fruit & Vegetable carving, showing the guests how we decorate and make some traditional Vietnamese food.

19.30 Dinner is served.

20.45 Evening activities. Board games like cards or Parcheesi are available, as well as massage service (massage service is available throughout the cruise). Also, everyone can try their luck at squid fishing on the boat with help from the crew.

21.00 – 23.00 Happy Hour! Buy one drink – get one free (wine by the bottle excluded).

23.00 End of Program for Day 1.

 

Day 2: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi (B/ Br)

06.30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.

06.45 Enjoy Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck (lasting for about 30 minutes).

07.45 – 09.00 Guests are transferred by tender to the Titov Island. About one hour is spent on the island, allowing time to climb to the peak for a breathtaking 360 degree view of the Bay (there is also an expansive viewing deck half way up). After the climb, there is time left to relax on the beach & have a swim.

09.00 Upon returning to the boat, guests will have 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing. Please collect all of your belongings from the cabins and leave heavy luggage outside the cabins (staff will transfer directly to the pier).

09.30 Enjoy a full breakfast in the dining room. Bills are settled after breakfast. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.

11.00 Arrive at Tuan Chau port, relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation

16.00 Arrival back at your hotel or home.

 

Room Description:

  • Superior cabins are available as both double and twin, all located on the first deck with bay-view window, each cabin design with rich wooden interior, comfortable bedding with luxuriant linens and marble en-suite bathroom, roomy size 14 m2.
  • Deluxe cabins are located on the second deck of the cruise, leading to an exterior standing balcony and enhanced bathroom facilities with Massage and Rainfall Showers. Each cabin design with rich wooden interior, comfortable bedding with luxuriant linens & marble en-suite bathroom. Available as Twin or Double, roomy size 15 m2.
  • Suite cabin is an ideal choice on Indochina Sails boat, featuring spacious cabin of 19 m2 with private balcony. The cabin also offers private tube/Jacuzzi and rainfall shower. Available Double room only
  • President Suite cabins offer Second Deck location, French Windows leading to an exterior standing balcony, enhanced bathroom facilities with Massage and Rainfall Showers and separate Tub/Jacuzzi. Each cabin design with rich wooden interior, comfortable bedding with luxuriant linens and marble en-suite bathroom. Available Double room only, roomy size 24 m2.
Cabin Categories Double/Twin cabin
(Per person in US$)
Single Room Surcharge
(Per person in US$)
Superior 179 USD 110 USD
Deluxe Balcony 204 USD 125 USD
Suite Balcony 224 USD 145 USD

Peak season surcharge:

+ $US 40/adult, $US 20/child on Christmas 24/12; New Year 31/12 and Lunar New Year’s Eve (04th Feb 2019)

 

Children Policy:

  • Infant 0-4 year(s): Stay for free if using existing bedding.
  • If you need a baby cot there may be an extra charge (USD 25/ baby cot/night)
  • Children 5-11 year(s): Be surcharged 30 $US to stay in cabin with 1 extra mattress. Children from 5 to under 11 years old (maximum is 1 child per cabin) sharing room with parent & sleep on extra mattress will be charged 30 $US.
  • Child(s) over 12 years old are considered as adults.

 

Things To Bring & To Know:

  • Passport with valid visa.
  • Some cash in Vietnamese Dong/ USD for personal expenses.
  • Sun block or insect repellent, sport shoes, swimming suites.  Bring something warm to wear (from Dec till Mar).
  • Please be ready on time for our pick up service.
  • Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Other excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
  • Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood.... Guests should advise any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the cruise date.
  • Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers.
  • Wifi connection is available on board but has limited internet connectivity throughout the itinerary due to the sea and the karst limes-tones and mountains blocking the signal from the satellites. Please take this into your consideration.
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Include:
  • Full equipped luxury en –suite cabin with A/C, hot water
  • All meals on board
  • Complimentary 02 bottled mineral inside  the cabin
  • Complimentary morning tea and coffee
  • Welcome drink
  • Tai Chi Session
  • Cookery demonstration
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Kayaking
  • Local rowing boat
  • Shuttle bus (round trip)
  • Fruits and local wine party
  • Internet wifi on dining room
  • Fishing equipment
  • English speaking guide
  • On board insurance and service charges
Exclude: Beverages, Tips, Other personal expenes, All other services not clearly mentioned above, ect.



Indochina Sails - RECOMMENDED

Opt : 3days/2nights - Sleep on Boat

Trip code: INDC3D

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay (L/ D)

07.45 – 08.15 approx: The shuttle bus pick up at your hotel. Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta. Get your camera ready to take photos. Comfort break. The time from Hanoi to Halong bay is approximately 3 ½ hrs.

12.15 Boarding our boat at Tuan Chau Port – enjoy welcome drink, receive cruise briefing and safety instructions.

13.15 – 14.00 Passengers enjoy the deluxe Vietnamese Set Menu Lunch. Massage service is available after lunch and throughout the cruise. Please book in advance with your Cruise Manager.

Drink vouchers are given out from 15.00 to 18.00.

14.00 – 16.00 Cruise through Halong Bay, passing the most beautiful and quiet areas including Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock, Finger Islet.

16.00 Arrive at Surprise Cave - one of the most spectacular and largest grottoes of Halong Bay. The mouth of the grotto is reached by ascending about a hundred stone steps.

17.30 Depart and sail for about 30 minutes to anchor overnight.

18.30 – 19.00 Attend the Fruit and Vegetable Carving Lesson led by our Head Chef. During the lesson, the chef will conduct Fruit & Vegetable carving, showing the guests how we decorate and make some traditional Vietnamese food.

19.30 Dinner is served.

20.45 Evening activities. Board games like cards or Parcheesi are available, as well as massage service (massage service is available throughout the cruise). Also, everyone can try their luck at squid fishing on the boat with help from the crew.

21.00 – 23.00 Happy Hour! Buy one drink – get one free (wine by the bottle excluded).

 

Day 2: Full day cruising Halong Bay (B/ L/ D)

06.30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.

06.45 Enjoy Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck (lasting for about 30 minutes).

07.45 Enjoy Breakfast served in the dining room.

Massage service is available after lunch and throughout the cruise. Please book in advance with your Cruise Manager.

Drink vouchers are given out from 15.00 to 18.00.

08.45 – 10.15 Guests are transferred to the Indochina Sails Day Boat, a spacious and comfortable wooden junk with lounge, dining room and sundeck. Daytime activities include cruising to less trafficked areas of the Bay, visiting Luon Cave – guests can find golden hair monkeys here.

10.30 Explore Cua Van Floating Village. This is one of the largest fishing villages on the Bay. Guests can choose between kayaking through the village or visiting on small bamboo boats (sampans) rowed by villagers. Kayakers will depart from the boat in two-seater, self-rowed kayaks, kayaking through the village and back to the boat. A kayaking tour guide will lead the way.

12.30 Lunch is served on board mid-day.

14.30 After lunch, guests will pay a visit to Pearl Farm in the afternoon.

15.30 Return by tender to the Indochina Sails boat. Rejoin the cruise and relax onboard as we sail to the overnight anchorage.

19.30 Dinner is served.

20.45 Evening activities. Board games like cards or Parcheesi are available, as well as massage service. Also, everyone can try their luck at squid fishing on the boat with help from the crew.

21.00 – 23.00 Happy Hour! Buy one drink – get one free (wine by the bottle excluded).

 

Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi (B/ Br)

06.30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.

06.45 Enjoy Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck (lasting for about 30 minutes).

07.45 – 09.00 Guests are transferred by tender to the Titov Island. About one hour is spent on the island, allowing time to climb to the peak for a breathtaking 360 degree view of the Bay (there is also an expansive viewing deck half way up). After the climb, there is time left to relax on the beach & have a swim.

09.00 Upon returning to the boat, guests will have 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing. Please collect all of your belongings from the cabins and leave heavy luggage outside the cabins (staff will transfer directly to the pier).

09.30 Enjoy a full breakfast in the dining room. Bills are settled after breakfast. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.

11.00 Arrive at Tuan Chau port, relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation

16.00 Arrival back at your hotel or home.

 

Room Description:

  • Superior cabins are available as both double and twin, all located on the first deck with bay-view window, each cabin design with rich wooden interior, comfortable bedding with luxuriant linens and marble en-suite bathroom, roomy size 14 m2.
  • Deluxe cabins are located on the second deck of the cruise, leading to an exterior standing balcony and enhanced bathroom facilities with Massage and Rainfall Showers. Each cabin design with rich wooden interior, comfortable bedding with luxuriant linens & marble en-suite bathroom. Available as Twin or Double, roomy size 15 m2.
  • Suite cabin is an ideal choice on Indochina Sails boat, featuring spacious cabin of 19 m2 with private balcony. The cabin also offers private tube/Jacuzzi and rainfall shower. Available Double room only
  • President Suite cabins offer Second Deck location, French Windows leading to an exterior standing balcony, enhanced bathroom facilities with Massage and Rainfall Showers and separate Tub/Jacuzzi. Each cabin design with rich wooden interior, comfortable bedding with luxuriant linens and marble en-suite bathroom. Available Double room only, roomy size 24 m2.
Cabin Categories Double/Twin cabin
(Per person in US$)
Single Room Surcharge
(Per person in US$)
Superior 299 USD 200 USD
Deluxe Balcony 329 USD 225 USD
Suite Balcony 349 USD 255 USD

Peak season surcharge:

+ $US 40/adult, $US 20/child on Christmas 24/12; New Year 31/12 and Lunar New Year’s Eve (04th Feb 2019)

 

 

Children Policy:

  • Infant 0-4 year(s): Stay for free if using existing bedding.
  • If you need a baby cot there may be an extra charge (USD 25/ baby cot/night)
  • Children 5-11 year(s): Be surcharged 30 $US to stay in cabin with 1 extra mattress. Children from 5 to under 11 years old (maximum is 1 child per cabin) sharing room with parent & sleep on extra mattress will be charged 60 $US.
  • Child(s) over 12 years old are considered as adults.

 

Things to bring & to know:

  • Passport with valid visa.
  • Some cash in Vietnamese Dong/ USD for personal expenses.
  • Sun block or insect repellent, sport shoes, swimming suites.  Bring something warm to wear (from Dec till Mar).
  • Please be ready on time for our pick up service.
  • Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Other excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
  • Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood.... Guests should advise any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the cruise date.
  • Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers.
  • Wifi connection is available on board but has limited internet connectivity throughout the itinerary due to the sea and the karst limes-tones and mountains blocking the signal from the satellites. Please take this into your 
Book this tour
Exclude:Beverages, Tips, Other personal expenes, All other services not clearly mentioned above, ect.