Nostalgia Sails Halong Bay
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$152.00 /pax
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Nostalgia Sails Halong Bay: New 26-Cabin Balcony Cruise for Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, Launched October 2026
Nostalgia Sails is the new 26-cabin ship of Nostalgia Cruises, launched in October 2026. It sails from Tuan Chau into Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay on 2-day and 3-day trips. Every cabin has a private balcony or terrace, the suites have a jacuzzi, and the ship has an outdoor pool, a massage room and a sundeck bar.
Please note: Nostalgia Sails is brand new, so most photos on this page are 3D design renderings supplied by the operator before launch. The finished ship may differ slightly in colours and details. Each rendering is labelled “design rendering”; real photos are labelled as such.
Nostalgia Sails at a Glance
| Operator | Nostalgia Cruises (Huong River Cruise JSC), sister brand of the 10-cabin Nostalgia Cruise |
| Launched | October 2026; a fleet of two identical new ships |
| Ship | 61.5 m long, 12.3 m wide, steel hull, up to 79 guests per ship |
| Cabins | 26 per ship: 12 Heritage, 10 Legacy, 2 Regal Suites, 2 Prestige Suites; connecting family cabins and a 140 m² Master Suite |
| Route | Lan Ha Bay (Ao Ech) and Halong Bay (Thien Cung Cave) |
| Itineraries | 2 Days 1 Night; 3 Days 2 Nights (adds Viet Hai Village and Dark and Bright Cave) |
| Departure port | Tuan Chau International Marina, Ha Long |
| Check-in / out | Check-in 11:00–11:30 at the marina lounge; back at the marina 11:00–11:30 on the last day |
| On board | Outdoor pool, restaurant, lounge, sundeck bar, massage room, reception lounge, free Wi-Fi |
| Meals | 2D1N: lunch, dinner, breakfast and brunch. 3D2N: 2 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts and brunch |
| Included extras | Kayaking, cave visits, cooking demonstration, Tai Chi, swimming (weather permitting), squid fishing, movie night, English-speaking guide |
| Transfer | Not included; shared limousine from Hanoi bookable in the next step |
| Price | Seasonal, see the live calendar below; Best Price Guarantee |
| Best for | Couples, families who want connecting cabins, first-timers who want Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay in one trip |
Nostalgia Sails joins our top Lan Ha Bay cruises as one of the newest ships of 2026. It keeps the Indochine style of the original Nostalgia Cruise, with dark wood, red lacquer and lantern-lit lounges, but on a bigger ship with a pool and more cabin choice. Compare it with other luxury Halong Bay cruises before you book.
What Makes Nostalgia Sails Different
Nostalgia Sails is not just a bigger copy of the 10-cabin Nostalgia Cruise. Three things set it apart.
A balcony for every cabin, a jacuzzi in every suite
All 26 cabins face the sea and have a private balcony with sun chairs. The Heritage and Legacy cabins have a bathtub with bay views plus a walk-in shower. The Regal and Prestige Suites add a private terrace with sun loungers and a jacuzzi.
Two bays in one short trip
The 2-day trip kayaks in Ao Ech, a quiet lagoon in Lan Ha Bay, then anchors overnight at Tra Bau and visits Thien Cung Cave in Halong Bay the next morning. You see both bays without a long cruise.
Family cabins and a 140 m² Master Suite
Eight cabins connect in pairs: four Family Heritage and four Family Legacy units of about 60 m² for 3–4 guests. Two Prestige Suites at the bow can join into the Nostalgia Master Suite, 140 m² with a full bow terrace, for up to six guests.
Who Nostalgia Sails Is Best For
Book it if you are
- A couple who wants a balcony and a bathtub with a view at a fair price
- A family who needs two connecting cabins
- A first-time visitor who wants Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay in one trip
- Happy to sail on a brand-new ship in its first season
Choose another cruise if you want
- A very small ship: the 10-cabin Nostalgia Cruise or the 14-suite Orchid Luxury Cruise
- An infinity pool: La SEN of the Bay
- A ship with proven guest reviews: Nostalgia Sails is too new to have many yet
Nostalgia Sails Itinerary
2 Days 1 Night
Day 1: check in at Tuan Chau International Marina at 11:00–11:30 and take a speedboat to the ship. Buffet lunch as you cruise into Lan Ha Bay, then kayak in Ao Ech from 14:00. Cruise to the overnight anchorage at Tra Bau, join a cooking demonstration or Happy Hour, then a fusion dinner and squid fishing or a movie. Day 2: sunrise Tai Chi and breakfast, Thien Cung Cave at 07:45–09:00, brunch and check-out, back at the marina at 11:00–11:30.
3 Days 2 Nights
Day 1 is the same as the 2-day trip. Day 2: light breakfast, then a day boat to Viet Hai Village for cycling (electric car at extra cost) and a Vietnamese lunch on board, then Dark and Bright Cave by bamboo boat or kayak. Back on the ship for a cooking class, a swim or Happy Hour, and dinner. Day 3: Tai Chi, Thien Cung Cave, brunch and return to the marina at 11:00–11:30. On day 2 you use the day boat, so you return to your cabin in the afternoon.
Nostalgia Sails Cabins & Facilities
Nostalgia Sails has 26 cabins per ship over two cabin decks. All have individually controlled air-conditioning, a mini bar, safe, tea and coffee set, LCD TV with movies, Wi-Fi, bathrobes and premium bathroom amenities.
| Cabin | Number | Size | Deck | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Cabin | 12 | 30 m² | Main deck | Balcony, bathtub and walk-in shower, king or twin beds, up to 3 guests |
| Legacy Cabin | 10 | 30 m² | Upper deck | Same layout as Heritage, one deck higher |
| Family Heritage / Family Legacy | 4 + 4 (pairs of connecting cabins) | about 60 m² | Main / Upper deck | Two connecting cabins for 3–4 guests |
| Regal Suite | 2 | 48 m² | Upper deck, stern | Private terrace, jacuzzi, king-size round bed, up to 3 guests |
| Prestige Suite | 2 | 70 m² | Upper deck, bow | Large terrace with panoramic bow views, jacuzzi, up to 3 guests |
| Nostalgia Master Suite | 1 (two Prestige Suites joined) | 140 m² | Upper deck, bow | Full bow terrace, jacuzzi, king bed plus two single beds, up to 6 guests |
The main deck holds the reception lounge at the stern, the Heritage cabins and the massage room. The upper deck has the Legacy cabins and the four suites. The terrace deck has the restaurant, lounge and outdoor pool, and the sundeck has an open-air bar and loungers.
Dining on Nostalgia Sails
Lunch on the first day is a buffet; dinners are fusion menus served in the restaurant, which has panoramic windows and an open terrace. On the 3-day trip, lunch on day 2 is a traditional Vietnamese meal on the day boat.
Drinks are not included, apart from a welcome drink and two bottles of water in your cabin; Happy Hour runs at sunset. Tell us about vegetarian, allergy or other dietary needs when you book. Nostalgia Sails is not halal-certified; for certified ships see our halal Halong Bay cruises.
Getting from Hanoi to Nostalgia Sails
Nostalgia Sails leaves from Tuan Chau International Marina in Ha Long, about 170 km and 2.5 hours from Hanoi by expressway. The shared limousine picks you up at your Hanoi Old Quarter hotel at 08:00–08:30 and arrives by 11:00–11:30; you can book it in the next step. On the last day you are back in Hanoi around 15:00. More tips are in our Halong Bay guide.
Nostalgia Sails vs Similar Lan Ha Bay Cruises
| Cruise | Route | Cabins | Signature | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nostalgia Sails | Lan Ha Bay + Halong Bay | 26 | Balcony for every cabin, pool, family cabins | Mid-range |
| Nostalgia Cruise | Lan Ha Bay | 10 | Boutique sister ship, launched 2023 | Premium |
| La SEN of the Bay | Lan Ha Bay | 25 | Infinity pool, launched 2026 | Mid-range |
| Harmony Boutique Cruise | Lan Ha Bay | 28 | Jacuzzi bathtub suites, launched 2026 | Premium |
| Orchid Luxury Cruise | Lan Ha Bay | 14 | Bay-view bathtubs, launched 2026 | Premium |
Not to be confused with
Nostalgia Sails and Nostalgia Cruise belong to the same company and follow the same route, but they are different ships: Nostalgia Cruise has 10 suites and launched in 2023, while Nostalgia Sails has 26 cabins and launched in October 2026. Check the ship name on your booking.
Local Expert Notes from Our Hanoi Team
Our Hanoi team plans Lan Ha Bay trips every week. Our notes for Nostalgia Sails:
- Heritage and Legacy cabins are identical in size; Legacy is one deck higher, a little quieter and with a higher view
- For families, book a Family Heritage or Family Legacy unit early: there are only four of each per ship
- Thien Cung Cave has steps and can be humid; wear comfortable shoes
- The ship is new for the 2026–2027 season, so treat the renderings as a guide to the design
Nostalgia Sails Price 2026–2027
Rates change by season and cabin; see the live calendar on this page. Nostalgia Sails is from US$152 per guest until 31 December 2026; in 2027 it is from US$176 in January–April and October–December and from US$164 in May–September (Heritage Cabin, two sharing). Booking with Halong Tour Expert includes our Best Price Guarantee.
- Included: cabin, meals on the itinerary, kayaking, cave entrance fees, cooking demonstration, Tai Chi, squid fishing, English-speaking guide, Wi-Fi, insurance and VAT
- Not included: Hanoi transfer (shared limousine 954,000 VND, about US$37, per person round trip), drinks, massage, electric car in Viet Hai, tips
- Children: under 5 free (one per cabin); 5 to under 11 pay 75% of the adult rate (not for Family cabins); 11 and over pay the adult rate
- Holiday surcharge: 1,060,000 VND (~US$41) per adult on 24 and 31 December and on Lunar New Year’s Eve (5 February 2027); 795,000 VND (~US$30) on Lunar New Year’s Day (6 February 2027)
Message us on WhatsApp +84 88 626 1368 for a quote. Answers to common questions are in the FAQs below.
Heritage Cabin
Price: $304 USD
2 pax 30 m2 King or twin
Twelve Heritage Cabins sit on the main deck. Each 30 m² cabin has a king-size bed or two single beds, a sofa lounge and a private balcony with sun chairs and a table. The ensuite bathroom has a bathtub with bay views and a walk-in shower. Up to 3 guests (third guest on an extra bed). Photos are design renderings.
Legacy Cabin
Price: $366 USD
2 pax 30 m2 King or twin
Ten Legacy Cabins on the upper deck share the Heritage layout: 30 m², king or twin beds, sofa lounge, private balcony, and a bathroom with bathtub and walk-in shower. They sit one deck higher for a higher view. Up to 3 guests. Photos are design renderings.
Regal Suite
Price: $512 USD
2 pax 48 m2 King (round bed)
Two Regal Suites at the stern of the upper deck are designed for couples. The 48 m² suite has a king-size round bed, a sofa lounge and a private terrace with sun loungers; the bathroom has a jacuzzi and walk-in shower. Up to 3 guests. Photos are design renderings.
Prestige Suite
Price: $684 USD
2 pax 70 m2 King
Two Prestige Suites at the bow of the upper deck offer 70 m² with a king-size bed, a sofa lounge and a large private terrace with panoramic bow views. The bathroom has a jacuzzi and walk-in shower. Up to 3 guests. Photos are design renderings.
Family Heritage Cabin
Price: $622 USD
4 pax 60 m2 King + twin (2 cabins)
Two connecting Heritage Cabins on the main deck, about 60 m² in total, for 3–4 guests. Each cabin has its own balcony and bathroom with bathtub and walk-in shower. The price shown is for 4 guests; a 3-guest rate is available on request. There are four Family Heritage units per ship. Photos are design renderings of the Heritage Cabin.
Family Legacy Cabin
Price: $766 USD
4 pax 60 m2 King + twin (2 cabins)
Two connecting Legacy Cabins on the upper deck, about 60 m² in total, for 3–4 guests, each with its own balcony and bathroom with bathtub and walk-in shower. The price shown is for 4 guests; a 3-guest rate is available on request. There are four Family Legacy units per ship. Photos are design renderings of the Legacy Cabin.
Nostalgia Master Suite
Price: $1388 USD
4 pax 140 m2 King + 2 singles
The Nostalgia Master Suite joins the two Prestige Suites into one 140 m² space at the bow, with a full bow terrace, two jacuzzi bathrooms, a king-size bed and two single beds. It sleeps up to 6; the price shown is for 4 guests and a 3-guest rate is available on request. Photos are design renderings of the Prestige Suites.
Cruise Inquiry
- Nostalgia Sails 2 Days - 1 Night Itinerary
- Nostalgia Sails 3 Days - 2 Nights Itinerary
08:00–08:30: Pick-up at your Hanoi Old Quarter hotel by shared limousine (book in the next step with an additional fee) and drive to Ha Long.
11:00–11:30: Check in at the Nostalgia waiting lounge at Tuan Chau International Marina with welcome tea.
11:45–12:00: Speedboat to Nostalgia Sails, welcome drink and safety briefing.
12:45–13:45: Buffet lunch while cruising into Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay.
14:00–15:45: Kayaking in Ao Ech, a secluded lagoon in Lan Ha Bay.
16:00–16:45: Cruise to the overnight anchorage at Tra Bau.
18:00–18:15: Cooking demonstration or Happy Hour at the bar at sunset; massage available at extra cost.
19:15–20:30: Fusion dinner in the restaurant.
21:00–21:30: Squid fishing, a movie in the restaurant or drinks at the sundeck bar. Overnight on board.
06:00–06:30: Sunrise Tai Chi on the sundeck, then breakfast.
07:45–09:00: Visit Thien Cung Cave (Heavenly Palace) in Halong Bay.
09:45–10:00: Brunch and check-out.
11:00–11:30: Disembark at Tuan Chau International Marina.
11:30–15:00: Shared limousine back to your Hanoi hotel (if booked), arriving around 15:00.
The itinerary may change because of tides and weather.
CRUISE INCLUSIONS
- Cabin as booked, with balcony or terrace
- Meals on the itinerary (2D1N: lunch, dinner, breakfast, brunch; 3D2N: 2 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, brunch)
- Kayaking, cave visits, cooking demonstration or class, Tai Chi, swimming (weather permitting), squid fishing, movies, tea party and local wine tasting
- Day boat and guide to Viet Hai Village on the 3-day trip
- Welcome drink, fresh fruit and two bottles of water in the cabin
- English-speaking guide, entrance and sightseeing fees, free Wi-Fi, insurance on board, VAT and service charge
CRUISE EXCLUSIONS
- Hanoi – Tuan Chau transfer (shared limousine available, see Transportation)
- Drinks, massage, electric car in Viet Hai
- Tips and personal expenses
- Holiday surcharges (see below)
SHARED LIMOUSINE HANOI – TUAN CHAU – HANOI
- Pick-up: at your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter, 08:00–08:30
- Round trip: 954,000 VND (about US$37) per person – booked in the next step with an additional fee
- One way or private car: on request
- Children under 4: free, sharing a seat with parents; from 5 years: adult fare
Children Policy (2026–2027)
- Under 5: free for one child sharing the cabin and bed with two adults; a second child under 5 pays 50% of the adult rate.
- 5 to under 11: 75% of the adult rate, sharing the cabin with two adults (extra bed included). Not applicable to Family cabins.
- 11 and over: adult rate.
- Two children under 11 in their own cabin, or one adult with one child, pay the rate for two adults.
- Third adult on an extra bed: 85% of the adult rate (subject to availability).
- More than 21 days before check-in: FREE of charge
- From 11 to 20 days before check-in: 30% of total rates
- From 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
- Less than 7 days before check-in & 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!
Holiday surcharge per guest, per night (contract rates):
| Date | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| 24 & 31 December 2026 | 1,060,000 VND (~US$41) | 795,000 VND (~US$30) |
| 5 February 2027 (Lunar New Year’s Eve) | 1,060,000 VND (~US$41) | 795,000 VND (~US$30) |
| 6 February 2027 (Lunar New Year) | 795,000 VND (~US$30) | 530,000 VND (~US$20) |
| 24 & 31 December 2027 | 1,060,000 VND (~US$41) | 795,000 VND (~US$30) |
Any surcharge is shown in your quote before you book.
- Check-in at the Tuan Chau marina lounge: 11:00–11:30
- Check-out: 09:45–10:00 on the last morning; disembark 11:00–11:30
- Return to Hanoi: around 15:00 (if the limousine is booked)
- Children and holiday surcharges: see the Children Policy and Special Occasions Surcharge sections above.
- Most photos are 3D design renderings of the new ship; finished details may differ slightly.
08:00–08:30: Pick-up at your Hanoi Old Quarter hotel by shared limousine (book in the next step with an additional fee) and drive to Ha Long.
11:00–11:30: Check in at the Nostalgia waiting lounge at Tuan Chau International Marina with welcome tea.
11:45–12:00: Speedboat to Nostalgia Sails, welcome drink and safety briefing.
12:45–13:45: Buffet lunch while cruising into Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay.
14:00–15:45: Kayaking in Ao Ech, a secluded lagoon in Lan Ha Bay.
16:00–16:45: Cruise to the overnight anchorage at Tra Bau.
18:00–18:15: Cooking demonstration or Happy Hour at the bar at sunset; massage available at extra cost.
19:15–20:30: Fusion dinner in the restaurant.
21:00–21:30: Squid fishing, a movie in the restaurant or drinks at the sundeck bar. Overnight on board.
06:00–06:30: Tai Chi on the sundeck.
06:45–07:00: Light breakfast while cruising through Lan Ha Bay.
07:45: Transfer to the day boat for Viet Hai Village: cycle along village paths to traditional houses (electric car at extra cost), then a Vietnamese lunch on the day boat.
13:30–14:00: Dark and Bright Cave by bamboo boat rowed by locals, or by kayak.
16:00–16:30: Back on Nostalgia Sails: cooking class, a swim or Happy Hour.
19:00–20:30: Fusion dinner.
21:00–21:30: Squid fishing, a movie or drinks on the sundeck; massage at extra cost.
On day 2 you use the day boat and return to your cabin in the afternoon.
06:00–06:30: Final sunrise Tai Chi, then breakfast.
07:45–09:00: Visit Thien Cung Cave (Heavenly Palace) in Halong Bay.
09:45–10:00: Brunch and check-out.
11:00–11:30: Disembark at Tuan Chau International Marina.
11:30–15:00: Shared limousine back to your Hanoi hotel (if booked), arriving around 15:00.
The itinerary may change because of tides and weather.
CRUISE INCLUSIONS
- Cabin as booked, with balcony or terrace
- Meals on the itinerary (2D1N: lunch, dinner, breakfast, brunch; 3D2N: 2 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, brunch)
- Kayaking, cave visits, cooking demonstration or class, Tai Chi, swimming (weather permitting), squid fishing, movies, tea party and local wine tasting
- Day boat and guide to Viet Hai Village on the 3-day trip
- Welcome drink, fresh fruit and two bottles of water in the cabin
- English-speaking guide, entrance and sightseeing fees, free Wi-Fi, insurance on board, VAT and service charge
CRUISE EXCLUSIONS
- Hanoi – Tuan Chau transfer (shared limousine available, see Transportation)
- Drinks, massage, electric car in Viet Hai
- Tips and personal expenses
- Holiday surcharges (see below)
SHARED LIMOUSINE HANOI – TUAN CHAU – HANOI
- Pick-up: at your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter, 08:00–08:30
- Round trip: 954,000 VND (about US$37) per person – booked in the next step with an additional fee
- One way or private car: on request
- Children under 4: free, sharing a seat with parents; from 5 years: adult fare
Children Policy (2026–2027)
- Under 5: free for one child sharing the cabin and bed with two adults; a second child under 5 pays 50% of the adult rate.
- 5 to under 11: 75% of the adult rate, sharing the cabin with two adults (extra bed included). Not applicable to Family cabins.
- 11 and over: adult rate.
- Two children under 11 in their own cabin, or one adult with one child, pay the rate for two adults.
- Third adult on an extra bed: 85% of the adult rate (subject to availability).
- More than 21 days before check-in: FREE of charge
- From 11 to 20 days before check-in: 30% of total rates
- From 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
- Less than 7 days before check-in & 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!
Holiday surcharge per guest, per night (contract rates):
| Date | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| 24 & 31 December 2026 | 1,060,000 VND (~US$41) | 795,000 VND (~US$30) |
| 5 February 2027 (Lunar New Year’s Eve) | 1,060,000 VND (~US$41) | 795,000 VND (~US$30) |
| 6 February 2027 (Lunar New Year) | 795,000 VND (~US$30) | 530,000 VND (~US$20) |
| 24 & 31 December 2027 | 1,060,000 VND (~US$41) | 795,000 VND (~US$30) |
Any surcharge is shown in your quote before you book.
- Check-in at the Tuan Chau marina lounge: 11:00–11:30
- Check-out: 09:45–10:00 on the last morning; disembark 11:00–11:30
- Return to Hanoi: around 15:00 (if the limousine is booked)
- Children and holiday surcharges: see the Children Policy and Special Occasions Surcharge sections above.
- Most photos are 3D design renderings of the new ship; finished details may differ slightly.
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FAQs
Nostalgia Sails is a new 26-cabin cruise ship by Nostalgia Cruises, launched in October 2026. It sails from Tuan Chau to Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay; see the Nostalgia Sails new Lan Ha Bay cruise for cabins and prices.
Nostalgia Sails launched in October 2026 as a fleet of two identical ships. Most photos are design renderings; read more on our Lan Ha Bay cruises page.
Nostalgia Sails costs from US$152 per guest (Heritage Cabin, two sharing) until 31 December 2026; in 2027 from US$176 in January–April and October–December and US$164 in May–September. Check the live calendar on the Nostalgia Sails cruise page.
Yes. Send a cheaper verified offer for the same Nostalgia Sails cabin and date through our contact page and we match it.
Nostalgia Sails has 12 Heritage and 10 Legacy cabins (30 m²), 2 Regal Suites (48 m²), 2 Prestige Suites (70 m²), connecting Family cabins and a 140 m² Master Suite. Compare them on the Nostalgia Sails balcony cruise.
Yes. Heritage and Legacy cabins have a bathtub and walk-in shower; the Regal, Prestige and Master Suites have a jacuzzi. See other luxury Halong Bay cruises with bathtubs.
Yes, Nostalgia Sails has an outdoor pool with sun loungers, plus a sundeck bar and a massage room. Massage costs extra; ask us via our contact page.
Day 1: lunch, kayaking in Ao Ech, overnight at Tra Bau, cooking demonstration and dinner. Day 2: Tai Chi, Thien Cung Cave, brunch and return by 11:30.
It adds a day-boat trip to Viet Hai Village by bicycle and Dark and Bright Cave by bamboo boat or kayak, then a second night on board.
Nostalgia Sails departs from Tuan Chau International Marina in Ha Long, about 2.5 hours from Hanoi. Check-in is 11:00–11:30; see our Halong Bay guide.
No. A shared limousine costs 954,000 VND (about US$37) per person round trip and can be added in the next step of booking the new Nostalgia Sails cruise in Halong Bay.
Yes. Nostalgia Sails has four Family Heritage and four Family Legacy units, each two connecting cabins for 3–4 guests. Children under 5 travel free; 5–10 pay 75% (not in Family cabins). More in our cruise FAQs.
No, Nostalgia Sails is not halal-certified. For certified ships, see our halal Halong Bay cruises.
If the bay authority closes the bay, the cruise cannot sail and we offer a new date or a refund as the policy allows. Read our Halong Bay cruise FAQs.
No. Both belong to Nostalgia Cruises, but Nostalgia Cruise has 10 suites (2023), while the Nostalgia Sails 26-cabin ship launched in October 2026.
Nostalgia Sails visits both Lan Ha Bay (Ao Ech) and Halong Bay (Thien Cung Cave) on every trip. Compare the two bays in Halong Bay vs Lan Ha Bay.
