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Halong Bay Orchid Cruise (#211.2)

Orchid Cruises are the leading of luxury 5* cruises level in Ha Long Bay and we are the luxury range for the route Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay with the highest level of ship’s friendship environment and finest cruises to exceed your highest expectation about Ha Long Bay cruises. As the higher regulation of the local authority on board, we are the first cruise company that organized the cruise throughout Ha Long Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay with the most highlight of this beautiful and wild route. Joining with us, you absolutely have chance to discover untouched area with less traveled route which other cruises could not offer to you. Orchid Cruises has 14 most luxury cabins with the professional crew will provide you the best services as yours highest expectation of the cruise in Ha Long Bay plus untouched area of Bai Tu Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay.

2 Days 1 Night Program (code 211.2a)

Halong Bay Orchid Cruise

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay (Lunch, Dinner)

08.30: Luxury van picks you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (if you use our bus service)
Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Ha Long Bay.
11.30: Arriving at Tuan Chau Marina, have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge.
12.15: Transfer to Orchid Classic by a tender boat. Welcome aboard, we’ll have some welcome drinks and gather at the restaurant for a cruise briefing and some safety instructions.
13.00: Passengers will be taking lunch while we cruise and visit Ha Long 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 Ha Long Bay by bamboo boat or kayak.
17.00: Orchid Classic 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.
Option: Massage service available. Please book with our Cruise Manager directly.
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, we also have chess and cards for you.
23.00: Overnight on board

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Ao Ech – Halong – Hanoi (Breakfast, Brunch)

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: We will 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 it is time for checking out.
10.00: Enjoy a delightful brunch at our restaurant while cruising back.
11.30: Disembark Orchid Classic at Tuan Chau Marina, say best wishes, and end your cruise with us.
If you use our limousine bus, you will back be back your drop-off point in Hanoi at 14:30.

End of the trip.

*Please note that the itinerary subjects to change without prior notice, upon weather conditions, tide levels and the accurate situation of operation. Advance registration for overnight has required us a copy of passport & Vietnam visa information for all passengers

3 Days 2 Nights Program (code 211.2b)

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay (Lunch, Dinner)

08.30: Luxury van picks you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (if you use our bus service)
Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Ha Long Bay.
11.30: Arriving at Tuan Chau Marina, have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge.
12.15: Transfer to Orchid Classic by a tender boat. Welcome aboard, we’ll have some welcome drinks and gather at the restaurant for a cruise briefing and some safety instructions.
13.00: Passengers will be taking lunch while we cruise and visit Ha Long 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 Ha Long Bay by bamboo boat or kayak.
17.00: Orchid Classic 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.
Option: Massage service available. Please book with our Cruise Manager directly.
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, we also have chess and cards for you.
23.00: Overnight on board

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Viet Hai fishing village – Three peach islets (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

06.30: The day starts early onboard with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
07.00: Breakfast is served in the restaurant with a morning view of our bay’s landscape, then we
continue our journey.
08.45: Boarding Orchid day boat to visit Viet Hai fishing village. Cycling along the village (Optional
electric car service is available) to enjoy the stunning landscape of Cat Ba rain forest and dark
tunnels, witness the scenery of rice fields, visit the ancient house, and get closer to local life.
11.00: Return to the boat and enjoy lunch.
14.00: Visit Bao Trai Dao (Three peach islets), this peaceful body of water has beautiful scenery,
making it the perfect place for scenic kayaking or relaxing on the sandy beach.
17.00: Back on Orchid Classic and you might join another cooking class.
It’s time to contemplate the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin while having a few
drinks during Happy Hour at our bar on the top deck.
19.15: Deluxe Dinner is served. Experience a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting – take
the time to enjoy our delicious local food prepared and served to you by our lovely caterers.
21.30: 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 can also try your luck with squid fishing or watch a movie in
the restaurant, we also have chess and cards for you.
23.00: Overnight on board

Day 3: Lan Ha Bay – Ao Ech – Halong – Hanoi (Breakfast, Brunch)

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: We will 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 it is time for checking out.
10.00: Enjoy a delightful brunch at our restaurant while cruising back.
11.30: Disembark Orchid Classic at Tuan Chau Marina, say best wishes, and end your cruise with us.
If you use our limousine bus, you will back be back your drop-off point in Hanoi at 14:30.

End of the trip.

*Please note that the itinerary subjects to change without prior notice, upon weather conditions, tide levels and the accurate situation of operation. Advance registration for overnight has required us a copy of passport & Vietnam visa information for all passengers

Price is valid until 31.12.2024

Price in USD per package of 2 days or 3 days per cabin, shuttle bus with extra fee

*Luxury shuttle bus added fee: US$48–/person/round trip bus Hanoi-Tuan Chau harbor-Hanoi
(child under 4 years: free of charge, if using his own bus ticket will pay the same adult’s price)
For a private transfer Hanoi-Halong-Hanoi, please email us

**Public holiday added fee: Christmas’ Eve 24/12/2023; New Year  31/12/2023; Lunar New Year 21-22-23/1/2024
US$50–/person using Orchid cruise, Orchid Trendy cruise
US$55–/person using Orchid Premium cruise

***Extra sofa-bed subject to the availability, price is 80% of single room fee charged

Inclusions

Luxury room and facilities as ordered
All onboard meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Kayaking, cooking demonstration, Tai chi session, bamboo boating, beach (if the weather permits), movies, squid fishing, music entertainment
English-speaking tour guide and onboard service fee
Welcoming drink, two bottles of water in the cabin
Onboard insurance, sightseeing fees

Exclusions:

Flight ticket, hotel, visa fee
Hanoi – Ha Long transportation (the luxury van/bus is available to book in advance)
Massage treatment (available to be booked in advance)
Personal expenses and services not listed in the inclusion
Drink/wines/alcohols on the boat, gratuities for guide, driver, cruising team
Value added tax
Festival, peak season surcharge

What to bring

• Camera + Film
• Insect repellent
• Original Passport
• Wide brim hat
• Swimming costume
• Sun glasses