The newest deluxe junk of the fleet - the Indochina Sail - just start in early April 2007. With well-appointed design and decor, the junk will together with its twin sister bring guests exellent experience cruising the Wold Heritage site. Discover the splendors of Halong Bay aboard the the Indochina Sail a wooden junk that combines classic beauty with modern comfort. Measuring 40 meters in length, this newly built, custom-designed yacht features three decks that house an elegant restaurant, two bars, a small library, and a massage roomplus ten luxurious sleeping cabins. With so much space, passengers can truly unwind and enjoy the bays magnificent scenery. While all those who visit Halong Bay are charmed by the archipelagos beauty, few visitors are aware that the three-thousand islands that dot this bay are home to many rare plants, including species found nowhere else in the world. We chose our boats name the Indochina Sail because, like the plant it was named after, our junk is perfectly suited to this environment. With its golden sails, polished woodwork and refined, Asian décor, the Indochina Sail offers an unforgettable ambiance of relaxed elegance. Join us, and see Halong Bay in style.
Day 1: Ha Noi - Ha Long (Lunch, Dinner)
08h – 08h30: Shuttle Bus or private car pick up to Halong Bay, stop on route to relax or sightseeing on the way
11: 30 Arrive at Bai Chay/ Halong pier.
12: 15 Transfer by tender to the Indochina Sails boat – enjoy Welcome Drink. Receive cruise briefing and check in to cabins and begin cruise.
13: 00 Lunch - deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu Massage service is available beginning after lunch and throughout the cruise.
14.30 Arrive at Titop Island. Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach and climbing the steps to the top of the mountain on the island for fantastic views and photo opportunities. Water and towels supplied. We will spend about 45 minutes on the island.
15.15 Transfer back to the boat and sail for approximately 45 minutes to our second destination - the Bat Cave area.
16.15 Arrive at the Bat Cave area. There are two programs to choose from at this time. One option is a 40 minute kayaking program to the nearby Bat Cave and lagoon and surrounding waters. Kayaking is $10 per person unless already booked as part of your package. Water is supplied. The second option is to visit the largest floating fishing village in Halong Bay. We will travel to the village on the tender and tour the village for approximately 20 minutes.
18: 30 Arrive at Luon Bo area - anchor for overnight.
19: 00 Dinner - deluxe Vietnamese & Western Buffet or Set Menu Dinner.
20: 30 Evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 9: 15, board games and playing cards are available, join squid fishing from the boat with our crew, massage services are available. Also at this time we offer, when possible - depending on weather conditions, an excursion to a nearby squid fishing boat. We travel by tender and you will be able to board the squid boat and see how the local fishermen catch squid and other fish, the excursion lasts about 45 minutes.
21: 00 – 23: 00 Happy Hour! Buy one drink - get one free (wine excluded).
23.00 End of program for Day One
Day 2: Ha Long - Ha Noi (Brunch)
6: 45 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
7: 00 Arrive at the Surprise Cave area, there is a small fishing village here. Relax onboard. You may join Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck at 7: 00, duration about 30 minutes.
8: 00 Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave, walk up the 100 steps to the entrance of the cave and tour on foot for approximately 45 minutes.
9: 00 Upon return to the boat take time to freshen up and please check-out of cabins. Please leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer to the pier). Depart for Bai Chay/ Halong pier.
9: 30 Enjoy Breakfast Set Menu or Buffet served in the dining room. Settle bills in the dining room after breakfast.
10: 00 Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room and enjoy the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
10: 45 Arrive at Bai Chay/ Halong pier.
11: 00 Transfer by tender to the pier, relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation. Shuttle bus or private car transfer you back to hotel in Hanoi
Rate for high season (checking during the period from January 1 till April 30 and from October 1 till December 31)
CABIN CATEGORY
NUMBER OF CABIN
2010
DOUBLE
SINGLE
Child from 6~12
Superior Cabin
30
US$330
US$305
US$80
Deluxe Cabin
09
US$390
US$350
US$80
Indo Suite
01
US$435
US$395
US$100
Charter
US$4, 100
Rate for low season (checking during the period from May 1 till September 30)
CABIN CATEGORY
NUMBER OF CABIN
2010
DOUBLE
SINGLE
Child from 6~12
Superior Cabin
30
US$290
US$265
US$70
Deluxe Cabin
09
US$350
US$320
US$70
Indo Suite
01
US$400
US$360
US$90
Charter
US$3, 600
NOTES
Cruise itinerary and schedule subject to change upon weather and operations conditions.
Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number for all passengers.
Surcharge of 25% will be added for cruises on December 24 & 31 and Lunar New Year Eve.
No additional charge for one child under 6 sharing the same bed, limited to one child per booking only.
Surcharge for one child from 6 to 12 sharing cabin with parents, limited to one child per booking.
Child above 12 years old must occupy a sole cabin and pay adult rate.
A valid passport is required upon check-in on board. Children whose traveling documents are attached to parent's passport must travel with the parent.
Included
Welcome Drink
Cruise Itinerary and Program
Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
Luxurious Cabins with A/C and en-suite Bathrooms
Deluxe Vietnamese and International Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Insurance
Taxes and Service Charges
Exclude
Airfares
Car Transfers
Hotels
Visa Arrangements
Massage Services
Kayaking
Beverages
Tips
Personal Expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned as included
