Tour Details

5 star cruise, Orchid Cruises has striven the perfection and luxurious for fresh experiences in Halong Bay. Shorten the driving time from Hanoi (1.5 hours), get on board Orchid Cruise and experience the unique route sailing Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay, elegant Orchid Cruise concept with luxury facilities.

Departure location

Hanoi

Availability

Daily

Price Includes

Luxury cruise through Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay (apply for 2 days 1 night) and Bai Tu Long Bay (apply for 3 days 2 nights)
Full board meals as mentioned in the itineraries, (02 lunches, 01 dinner, 01 light breakfast for 2 days 1 night, 03 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 light breakfasts for 3 days 2 nights)
English speaking tour guide on boat
Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Bamboo boat, Swimming (if the weather permits), Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment, satellite TV
Sightseeing and entrance fees
Luxury cabin with A/C, en-suite bathrooms
Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, fresh flower and fresh fruits basket, two bottle of mineral water in each cabin

Price Excludes

Transferring by shuttle bus ($36)/Private car (available upon request) Hanoi – Tuan Chau – Hanoi
Beauty Spa Services & Massage
Drinks & other meals not mentioned
Personal expenses & tips
Surcharge for peak season if any (Christmas, New Year…)
Travel insurance

Complementaries

Availalbe and updated per booking

What to Expect

Shorten the driving time from Hanoi (1.5 hours) to Hai Phong
Luxury cruise and unique route sailing Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay

Itinerary

Day 1 Hanoi – on board Orchid Cruise – Lan Ha bay (L, D)

08:30-9:00 Luxury van picks you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and head out for Halong Bay.

11:30 Arriving at Tuan Chau Marina, have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge.

12:15 Transfer to Orchid Cruise by a tender boat. Welcome aboard! Welcome drinks and gather at the restaurant for a cruise briefing and some safety instructions.

13:00 Lunch will be served while the cruise sailing through Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay – one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

15:00 We progress to Dark and Bright Caves, the ideal place for you to get up and close to Halong Bay by bamboo boat or kayak.

17:00 Orchid Cruise enters a less populated area at Tra Bau – Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy a nice swim in the green emerald water.

18:00 Onboard you may join a cooking demonstration, and enjoy the Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset.

19:15 Savor a deluxe dinner made with the freshest ingredients in a sophisticated space with elegant French neoclassical style and traditional oriental touches.

21:00 It’s time to admire the beauty of the night on the bay, our bar on the sundeck and in the restaurant welcomes you. You may want to try your luck with squid fishing or watch a movie in the restaurant..

Overnight on board luxury Orchid Cruise

Day 2 Halong Bay – Hanoi (B, L)

06:30 It is a perfect time to refresh and indulge yourself in the peaceful beauty of the bay with a tai chi session on the sundeck. If you want to hunt for dawn, get up from 5:30 to 6:00 depending on the season, and consult our sailors.

07:00 Have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise.

07:45 Kayaking activities in the Ao Ech area are held to discover the hidden charm of Ha Long – Lan Ha Bay.

08:30 Orchid Cruises welcomes you back on board and time for checking out.

10:00 Enjoy a delightful brunch at our restaurant while cruising back.

11:30 Disembark Orchid Cruise at Tuan Chau Marina. Bus await to transfer you back to Hanoi.

14:30 Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.