Highlights:

• Luxurious and well-furnished cabins, all have private balcony
• Explore one of the largest and the most beautiful caves on Halong Bay.
• Visit Trung Trang cave on Cat Ba island
• Free kayaking on the vast sea, and exploring the natural beauty of many Islets.
• Join our Cooking class to challenge your skills in preparing a very famous Vietnamese dish - Spring roll.

ITINERARY:

DAY 1: HANOI – HAI PHONG - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY (-/LUNCH/DINNER)

09h10: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the new highway to Got Ferry Terminal – Cat Hai Town, Haiphong City where we arrive at around 11h30. The passengers have a chance to experience on longest and newest bridge in South East Asia area. You can take special tea at Orchid Cruise’s lounge by warm welcome.

12h15: Transfer by tender to the ORCHID CRUISE.

12h30: We welcome our guests onboard the ORCHID CRUISE and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start cruising and explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

13h00: ORCHID CRUISE proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. Have International Buffet Lunch while passing via the islets of Con Vit area. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island - Thoi Quyt area - Coc Ngoi islet - through Gia Luan area where is belong to Cat Ba National Park.

14h15: We progress to Trung Trang cave by our bus on Cat Ba island which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park with Kim Giao forest around the cave. Trung Trang Valley is the largest valley on Cat Ba Island. The valley covers an area of approximately 300 hectares, has a depth of 10m to 30m and is around 15km in the middle of Cat Ba National Park. Trung Trang Cave measures 300m lengthwise through the mountains. The cave was carved by nature for more than 2000 years. The cave has many stalactites that take on various shapes that will awe and inspire visitors to use their imagination.

17h00: Orchid Cruise gets in the less populated area at Tra Bau where is located in Lan Ha Bay. You will enjoy the green emerald and cool water by swimming 

17h45: Returning ORCHID CRUISE, you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour dealOption: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

19h30: Sumptuous Candlelight Deluxe Dinner Set Menu is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting

21h30: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board.Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23h00: End of Day One program.

DAY 2: HALONG BAY – HANOI (BREAKFAST/LUNCH)

06h15: Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck; after which we serve the breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out to explore the bay in the area where Ao Ech is situated.

7h45: You enjoy on your own for kayaking at Ao Ech area to discover the hidden charm of Lan Ha Bay 

9h30: Orchid Cruise welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out 

10h00: Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch

10h30: Tea Ceremony is served at the restaurant. You will learn how to enjoy Vietnamese tea and Vietnamese cultural at this ceremony. Joining Tea Ceremony with our crews team and have great fun with us!

11h35: We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark. We bid farewell at GOT ferry, this is the end of the program. 

14h00: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.

ITINERARY:

DAY 1: HANOI – HAI PHONG - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY (-/LUNCH/DINNER)

09h10: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the new highway to Got Ferry Terminal – Cat Hai Town, Haiphong City where we arrive at around 11h30. The passengers have a chance to experience on longest and newest bridge in South East Asia area. You can take special tea at Orchid Cruise’s lounge by warm welcome.

12h15: Transfer by tender to the ORCHID CRUISE.

12h30: We welcome our guests onboard the ORCHID CRUISE and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start cruising and explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

13h00: ORCHID CRUISE proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. Have International Buffet Lunch while passing via the islets of Con Vit area. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island - Thoi Quyt area - Coc Ngoi islet - through Gia Luan area where is belong to Cat Ba National Park.

14h15: We progress to Trung Trang cave by our bus on Cat Ba island which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park with Kim Giao forest around the cave. Trung Trang Valley is the largest valley on Cat Ba Island. The valley covers an area of approximately 300 hectares, has a depth of 10m to 30m and is around 15km in the middle of Cat Ba National Park. Trung Trang Cave measures 300m lengthwise through the mountains. The cave was carved by nature for more than 2000 years. The cave has many stalactites that take on various shapes that will awe and inspire visitors to use their imagination.

17h00: Orchid Cruise gets in the less populated area at Tra Bau where is located in Lan Ha Bay. You will enjoy the green emerald and cool water by swimming 

17h45: Returning ORCHID CRUISE, you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour dealOption: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

19h30: Sumptuous Candlelight Deluxe Dinner Set Menu is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting

21h30: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board.Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23h00: End of Day One program.

DAY 2: LAN HA BAY (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)

• 6h15: The day starts early onboard ORCHID CRUISE with Tai Chi session on the sundeck. The breakfast is served in the dining room with morning view of bay’s landscape, then continue our journey.
• 8h30: Transfer to Orchid Day Boat to visit Viet Hai village. You will take the bicycle trip along the village path and go through rain forests and dark tunnel.  Enjoy stunning scenery of rice fields on the way. Stop at the village to relax. Visit an ancient local house, made from straw, mud, bamboo…you will have chance to see the local life on a valley of local people. Optional electric car service is available (at an extra cost). Back to day boat for visiting Lan Ha Bay. Lunch served on day boat.
• 13h30: Visiting Lan Ha Bay, taking a free breeze at area with the path less visited. You will use your imagination to name any beautiful islands in Lan Ha Bay or get the interesting introduction of our professional tour guide on Orchid Day Boat
• 15h00: Return to ORCHID CRUISE. Enjoying swimming at the untouched area.  Then, you will join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. Watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour deal
• 19h30: Deluxe Dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting
• 21h30: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board.Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)
• 23h00: End of Day Two program

DAY 3: HALONG BAY – HANOI (BREAKFAST/LUNCH)

• 06h15: Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck; after which we serve the breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out to explore the bay in the area where Ao Ech is situated.
• 7h45: You enjoy on your own for kayaking at Ao Ech area to discover the hidden charm of Lan Ha Bay 
• 9h30: Orchid Cruise welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out 
• 10h00: Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch
• 10h30: Tea Ceremony is served at the restaurant. You will learn how to enjoy Vietnamese tea and Vietnamese cultural at this ceremony. Joining Tea Ceremony with our crews team and have great fun with us!
• 11h35: We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark. We bid farewell at GOT ferry, this is the end of the program. 
• 14h00: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.

Orchid Cruises are the leading line in 5-star cruises in Ha Long Bay. We have BRAND NEW cruises in Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay with the highest level of customer service and an unbeatable relaxing environment that is sure to to exceed your highest expectations of any and all Ha Long Bay cruises. We were the first cruise company that organized this specific cruise through Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay, and we have the deepest knowledge and experience of cruising to all of the best features of this unforgettable cruise route! Orchid Cruises house 14 luxury cabins with an elite, professional crew that will provide you the best services during your travels in Ha Long!

Accomodation: 14 cabins

Suite Cabin With Balcony:

No of Cabins: 08
Cabin Location: 1st deck
Avg. Room Size: 36 m2
Bed Type: Double/Twin
Maximun Occupants: 2 adults + 1 child (extra bed)
Note: Private Balcony, Ocean View

Family Suite Cabin With Balcony:

No of Cabins: 04
Cabin Location: 1st deck
Avg. Room Size: 72 m2
Bed Type: Double + Twin
Maximun Occupants: 4 adults + 2 childs (extra bed)
Note: Private Balcony, Ocean View

Premium Suite Cabin With Balcony:

No of Cabins: 04
Cabin Location: 2nd deck
Avg. Room Size: 36 m2
Bed Type: Double/Twin
Maximun Occupants: 2 adults + 1 child (extra bed)
Note: Private Balcony, Ocean View

Orchid Exclusive Suite

No of Cabins: 02
Cabin Location: 2nd deck
Avg. Room Size: 45 m2
Bed Type: Double/Twin
Maximun Occupants: 2 adults + 1 child (extra bed)
Note: Private Balcony, Ocean View

Life on board

Restaurant & Bar

Sundeck

Function Rooms

Activities

What’s included?

• Welcome drinks with warm/cold tissues
• Entrance fees and sightseeing fees
• Full furnished deluxe en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water
• Experience English speaking guide/ station guide
• All meals on board
• Cooking demonstration
• Tai Chi session
• Kayaking
• Fishing equipment, movie, exciting games
• Happy hour
• On board insurance

What’s excluded?

• Airfares, Visa arrangements
• Transfers to and from Lan Ha Bay
• Beauty spa and massage services
• Other beverages, tips and personal expenses
• All other services not clearly mentioned
• VAT Tax

What do I need to bring?

• Booking voucher from us
• It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. 
• Bring walking shoes, raincoat, jacket, extra clothes, torch, insect repellent and sunscreen...
• Cash for personal expense

What do I need to know?

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions without prior notice.
• Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are subject to nonrefundable.
• Inadvance register is required with name, passport, nationality, gender, and visa for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements before departure date.
• For safety: First aid kit is available at the Reception desk; Life jackets are in all cabins; No smoking in restaurant and cabin; Be aware of long jelly fish (seasonal)

Holiday Travelling  is doing all possible to make your journey and travel experience an unforgettable one. Weather conditions, we unfortunately cannot control. Our apologies for that!