Being known as one of the first cruise companies in Halong Bay, Indochina Sails has over 10 years experience in fields of offering tourists the best cruising services. With professional and dedicated staffs, ample space, modern amenities, and extensive experience, Indochina Sails is always the number one choice for discerning travelers. Currently, the company has operated 4 Indochina Sails numbered I, II, III, and 24. All of these cruises are designed in the time-honored traditional style mixed with modern comforts, which bring tourists international standards when travelling in Halong Bay.
With regard to dimension, two oldest cruises, Indochina Sails I and Indochina Sails II, which were launched in 2007, are designed with 40 meters in length, 8.5 meters in width, 19 meter in height and 2.5 meters in depth. Later on, in 2008, the company operated a larger cruise, Indochina Sails III with 44 meters long, 9 meters wide, 20 meters high, and 10 meter deep. In 2010, with the continuous efforts to bring travelers the highest quality services, Indochina Sails 24 was launched with the length of 53 meters, the width of 9.5 meters, the height of 23 meters, and the depth of 2,4 meters. Cruising with Indochina Sails, tourists will experience world-class services and admire the natural beauty of magnificent seascapes of one of famous UNESCO World Heritage.
Indochina Halong Sails offer tourists various options of cabin including superior twin, superior double, deluxe twin, deluxe double, suite double, suite twin, and president suite. Please take a look at this below table for detailed information.
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Indochina Sails I
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Indochina Sails II |
Indochina Sails III |
Indochina Sails 24 |
Superior twin |
8 cabins/ 13 m2 |
11 cabins/ 13 m2 |
8 cabins/ 14 m2 |
14 cabins/ 14 m2 |
Superior double |
2 cabins/ 13 m2 |
N/A |
3 cabins/ 14 m2 |
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Deluxe twin |
4 cabins/ 14 m2 |
2 cabins/ 14 m2 |
1 cabin/ 16 m2 |
4 cabins/ 16 m2 |
Deluxe double |
N/A |
2 cabins/ 14 m2 |
N/A |
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Suite twin |
N/A |
N/A |
1 cabin/ 19 m2 |
4 cabins/ 20 m2 |
Suite double |
N/A |
N/A |
2 cabin/19 m2 |
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President suite |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
2 cabins/ 24 m2 |
In general, all of these cabins are designed following the international standards and equipped with modern facilities involving:
High-quality wooden decor |
Individually controlled air-condition |
En-suite luxury bathroom |
Massage shower |
Deluxe toilet amenities and towels |
Jacuzzi |
Fresh flower |
International-standard cabins & suite design |
Hairdryer, Bathrobe & Slippers |
In-house telephone |
Mini bar and safe |
Complimentary drinking water |
Cabin service (snack meals) |
Safety equipment and life vests |
High-quality white bed linen |
Services
Being known as one of the most luxury cruises in Halong Bay, Indochina Sails always tries to improve and provide traveler high-quality services including:
24-hour security |
Doctor on call |
Rowing boat |
Theme cruise |
Boutique library |
Newspaper & magazines |
Safety box at reception |
Conference & meeting facilities |
Reception |
Tender for sightseeing |
Baby cot |
Cabin services |
Bar & restaurant |
Beauty services & massage |
IDD at the reception |
Besides having opportunity to admire the picturesque landscapes of Halong Bay, tourists also have a great chance to enjoy special Vietnam and international drinks with variety choices of wines (black Russian, bloody mary, whiskey sour, American bournborn & whisky, Irish whisky, etc), naughty drinks, dessert cocktails, mocktails, beers, soft drinks, fruit juices, mineral & sparkling water, and so on. In addition, there are many interesting programs with exciting activities and big promotions like Daily Happy Hour (9.00 pm to 11.00 pm), movie nights and wooden Board Games will be served with professional and charming services.
Except from bar, elegant dining rooms are designed with the capacity of 32 seats for Indochina Sails I, II, III and 50 seats for Indochina Sails 24. In this cozy and warm atmosphere, tourists will be served with Vietnamese set menus, international breakfast set menu, and buffet. With large panorama windows, tourists can both admire the beautiful beaches and surrounding landscapes and enjoy delicious foods.
Activities
To bring tourists the most wonderful days in Halong, Indochina Halong Sails will organize many activities and programs on board including:
Cooking demonstration (bad weather only) |
Light entertainment and happy hour |
Movie nights, board games, and night fishing |
Kayaking |
Leisure activities |
Special theme cruises |
Fishing |
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In the first day with the itinerary of 2 days/1 night, Halong Indochina Sails will cruise through stunning and quiet area in Bai Tu Long Bay and Halong Bay to visit Cua Van fishing village. Setting foot in the village, tourists can have two options of activities, which are kayaking through the village or visiting the village on small bamboo boat rowed by villagers. In terms of activities, while on board, tourists can participate in cooking class held by talented chefs of the cruise and learn how to make traditionally Vietnamese food. In addition, in the first happy hour from 6.00 to 7.00 pm, tourists will receive one free drink for each one ordered. The second happy hour will be held from 9.00 to 10.00 pm. There are available activities and services on board waiting tourists join any time such as massage services, board games, cards playing, and squid fishing.
In the second day, tourists can take part in Tai Chi lessons, have a breakfast, and then are ready for a walking trip in Tivov Beach Island. Travelers have one hour to climb up the steps to the peak for a breath taking 3600 view of Halong Bay. In the rest of one hour, tourists can relax on the beach and have a swim. The journey will be ended at 11.00 am.
In the first day with the itinerary of 2 days/1 night, Halong Indochina Sails will cruise through stunning and quiet area in Bai Tu Long Bay and Halong Bay to visit Cua Van fishing village. Setting foot in the village, tourists can have two options of activities, which are kayaking through the village or visiting the village on small bamboo boat rowed by villagers. In terms of activities, while on board, tourists can participate in cooking class held by talented chefs of the cruise and learn how to make traditionally Vietnamese food. In addition, in the first happy hour from 6.00 to 7.00 pm, tourists will receive one free drink for each one ordered. The second happy hour will be held from 9.00 to 10.00 pm. There are available activities and services on board waiting tourists join any time such as massage services, board games, cards playing, and squid fishing.
In the second day, after attending in Tai Chi lessons and having a morning coffee and breakfast, passengers will be transferred to Indochina Sails Day Boat. In this day, tourists can go swimming in less trafficked areas, kayaking at the Bat Cave, and visit the Pearl village. About 4.00 pm, tourists will go back to the Indochina Sails main boat and freely do private activities till happy hour (6.00 - 7.00 pm) and dinner at 7.30 pm.
On the third day, tourists can take part in Tai Chi lessons, have a breakfast, and then are ready for a walking trip in Tivov Beach Island. Travelers have one hour to climb up the steps to the peak for a breath taking 3600 view of Halong Bay. In the rest of one hour, tourists can relax on the beach and have a swim. The journey will be ended at 11.00 am.
With regard to the price, currently, Indochina Sails has offered Summer promotion package 2014 for normal package as below table:
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2 days 1 night |
3 days 2 nights |
Superior double |
US$448/cabin |
US$ 720/cabin |
Superior twin |
US$ 358/cabin |
US$ 595/cabin |
Deluxe double |
US$ 505/cabin |
US$ 755/cabin |
Deluxe twin |
US$ 403/cabin |
US$ 640/cabin |
Suite double |
US$ 558/cabin |
US$ 830/cabin |
Suite twin |
US$ 450/cabin |
US$ 725/cabin |
Include:
- Welcome Drink
- Cruise Itinerary and Program
- Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
- In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
- Luxurious Cabins and Suites with A/C and en-suite Bathrooms
- Deluxe Vietnamese and International Lunch and Dinner
- Vietnamese and International Breakfast
- Conference Equipment (Charter only)
- Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges
Exclude:
- Airfares, Car Transfers and Hotels
- Visa Arrangements
- Massage Services (please see massage menu in cabin)
- Kayaking (Ten dollarsU.S.per person, when not pre-booked)
- Beverages, Tips and Personal Expenses
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
Check-in/Check out
Generally, the check-in and check-out time is relatively 12.15 (noon) and 11.00 am. However, tourists should update detailed information from staffs when booking.
Cancelation
In terms of cancelation, tourists will be charged 25% full fare if they make a performance of cancelling from 90 - 60 days before trip departure, 50% from 60 - 30 days, and 100% if 30 days or less. These above penalties apply if the entire booking is cancelled and apply to all services including cruise and land arrangements. To make a cancellation, tourists should contact Indochina Sail's staffs as soon as possible through telephone, fax, or emails.
Children and extra beds
For updated and detailed information, please contact with Indochina Sail's crew to know about children policy and extra beds policy if you are travelling with your children.
Cards accepted
To secure the booking, tourists can make a payment through credit card, bank transfer, or Western Union. Indochina Sails in Halong connect with OnePay Payment Gateway to accept online card payment, therefore tourists can use Visa, MasterCard, American Express, JCB cards to pay for your booking.
How safe is your boat?
To help tourist experience the most wonderful and safest cruise, Indochina Sails are fully equipped with safety amenities and services such as leakage alarm systems, fire safety system, 24 hour security staff, video camera at entrance, regular safety inspections, etc.
What should I wear on board?
Surely, there is no obligation for your dress. Indochina Sails advise you that you should bring suitable equipments when go sightseeing or kayaking like for a hat, sunglasses, swimming suites, eco-friendly sunscreen, etc.
Currently, Indochina Sails offers tourists a special package with one night at Hanoi Melia Hotel and a voyage of 2 days/ 1 night cruise. With the relative price, this special package promises to bring tourists marvelous experience in one night in Hanoi and two days in Halong Bay. Below is the price for your reference:
Superior double |
US$ 515/cabin |
Superior twin |
US$ 425/cabin |
Deluxe double |
US$ 560/cabin |
Deluxe twin |
US$ 460/cabin |
Suite double |
US$ 635/cabin |
Suite twin |
US$ 520/cabin |
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