Orchid Cruise

DAY 1: HANOI - HAI PHONG - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY (L/D)

9h10 You will be collected from Old Quarter Center to take the highway to Orchid Private Lounge. 11h30 Got Ferry, you will have a chance to experience on the longest bridge in South East Asia.

12h00 Transfer by tender to the Orchid Cruise. We welcome our guests onboard, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start cruising & explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

12h40 Proceeds to Da Chong islet. We have lunch before continuing our journey via the islets of Con Vit & Gia Luan. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island - Thoi Quyt area - Coc Ngoi islet - through Cua Van village to Ba Trai Dao area.

15h00 We progress to Ba Trai Dao beach area of Lan Ha Bay- a separate part of Halong Bay. This is a quiet tourist paradise in Vietnam. The region is known for its pristine beaches & spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. You may prefer to try your hand at kayaking or simply just enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear water of the bay, in the Ba Trai Dao area (Visiting Ba Trai Dao from Oct to May. From Jun to Sept, visiting Tra Bau area, belongs to Lan Ha Bay. Tra Bau is also one of the ideal destinations for kayaking & swimming.

18h00 It’s time to try the authentic well-known local liquor as “Ba Kich liquor” (Morinda officinalis). This is a kind of wealthy and tasty liquor which is really highly recommending liquor in Viet Nam. You might never forget this lovely purple liquor 

18h30 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 deal.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

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)

DAY 2: HALONG BAY - HANOI (B/L)

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 light breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out in canoes to explore the bay in the area where the Sang Toi cave is situated.

9h30 Return to Orchid Cruise boat for check-out procedures

10h00 Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch

11h35 We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark.

12h10 We bid farewell at Dinh Vu port, this is the end of the program.

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

Room Description:

- Suite cabins are located on the first deck with private balcony which brings in a full spectrum of spectacular views of. These gorgeous cabins are built by hand to a large, roomy size of 36 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with full HD LED TVs and luxury facilities.

- Premium cabins are located on the second deck with the most beautiful ocean set high on the ship for a spanning panorama view of the Bay. All cabins are designed with luxury and relaxation in mind. These beautiful cabins are fit to the large cabin size of 36 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and full facilities.

- Orchid Suite cabins are located on the second floor and these cabins are the most luxurious of any cabin on the Orchid Cruises fleet. They host a private jacuzzi, secluded private bar in-cabin, the largest personal sized cabin on board at 45 square meters, a private sun lounge and lounge chairs on the private balcony. These perfectly designed cabins are fit with largest personal cabin size at 45 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and full facilities. Only two Exclusive Suites available!

- Family Suite cabins are the connecting door cabins with 01 double Cabin and 01 Twin cabin, located on the first floor. These beautiful cabins are the largest, most luxurious for families, at sizes of 72 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and fully furnished facilities. This cabin is good choice for small group or family with children.

- Family Premium cabins are the connecting door cabins with 01 double Cabin and 01 Twin cabin, located on the second floor. These beautiful cabins are the largest, most luxurious for families, at sizes of 72 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and fully furnished facilities. This cabin is good choice for small group or family with children.

DAY 1: HANOI - HAI PHONG - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY (L/D)

9h10 You will be collected from Old Quarter Center to take the highway to Orchid Private Lounge. 11h30 Got Ferry, you will have a chance to experience on the longest bridge in South East Asia.

12h00 Transfer by tender to the Orchid Cruise. We welcome our guests onboard, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start cruising & explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

12h40 Proceeds to Da Chong islet. We have lunch before continuing our journey via the islets of Con Vit & Gia Luan. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island - Thoi Quyt area - Coc Ngoi islet - through Cua Van village to Ba Trai Dao area.

15h00 We progress to Ba Trai Dao beach area of Lan Ha Bay- a separate part of Halong Bay. This is a quiet tourist paradise in Vietnam. The region is known for its pristine beaches & spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. You may prefer to try your hand at kayaking or simply just enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear water of the bay, in the Ba Trai Dao area (Visiting Ba Trai Dao from Oct to May. From Jun to Sept, visiting Tra Bau area, belongs to Lan Ha Bay. Tra Bau is also one of the ideal destinations for kayaking & swimming.

18h00 It’s time to try the authentic well-known local liquor as “Ba Kich liquor” (Morinda officinalis). This is a kind of wealthy and tasty liquor which is really highly recommending liquor in Viet Nam. You might never forget this lovely purple liquor 

18h30 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 deal.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

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)

DAY 2: LAN HA BAY (B/L/D)

6h00 The day starts early onboard Orchid Cruise with Tai Chi session on the sundeck.

Coffee, tea and pastries for light breakfast are served in the dining room with morning view of bay’s landscape

8h30 Transfer to day boat for 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 Visit Lan Ha Bay, free kayaking and swimming at Ba Ham Lake area situated in the middle of a narrow, rectangular area, with the all four sides enclosed by vertical cliffs. (if the weather permit). 

16h00 Return to Orchid Cruise. 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 (B/L)

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 light breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out in canoes to explore the bay in the area where the Sang Toi cave is situated.

9h30 Return to Orchid Cruise boat for check-out procedures

10h00 Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch

11h35 We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark.

12h10 We bid farewell at Dinh Vu port, this is the end of the program.

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

Room Description:

- Suite cabins are located on the first deck with private balcony which brings in a full spectrum of spectacular views of. These gorgeous cabins are built by hand to a large, roomy size of 36 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with full HD LED TVs and luxury facilities.

- Premium cabins are located on the second deck with the most beautiful ocean set high on the ship for a spanning panorama view of the Bay. All cabins are designed with luxury and relaxation in mind. These beautiful cabins are fit to the large cabin size of 36 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and full facilities.

- Orchid Suite cabins are located on the second floor and these cabins are the most luxurious of any cabin on the Orchid Cruises fleet. They host a private jacuzzi, secluded private bar in-cabin, the largest personal sized cabin on board at 45 square meters, a private sun lounge and lounge chairs on the private balcony. These perfectly designed cabins are fit with largest personal cabin size at 45 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and full facilities. Only two Exclusive Suites available!

- Family Suite cabins are the connecting door cabins with 01 double Cabin and 01 Twin cabin, located on the first floor. These beautiful cabins are the largest, most luxurious for families, at sizes of 72 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and fully furnished facilities. This cabin is good choice for small group or family with children.

- Family Premium cabins are the connecting door cabins with 01 double Cabin and 01 Twin cabin, located on the second floor. These beautiful cabins are the largest, most luxurious for families, at sizes of 72 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and fully furnished facilities. This cabin is good choice for small group or family with children.