• Travelling on new high way by luxury van connecting Hanoi to Ha Long Bay which makes your journey to this wondrous sight shorter and more comfortable (*you now can arrive in 2 hours & leave Hanoi later instead of 4 hours by the old way) 
• Visiting Halong Bay, especially Lan Ha Bay. Lan Ha Bay is one of the most stunning bays in Vietnam which has many amazing and uncontaminated beaches yet less touristy that you can enjoy awesome jade green water and many great photo opportunities. 
• Experience fishing with genially locals and come out with amazing livelihood stories. 
• One of the first 5 star cruises ever that has the best itinerary: Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay 
• Luxurious and well-furnished cabins, all have private balcony from which you can savor yourself in the beauty of Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay.

• Cruises: Seat-in coach 2 days & 1 night, charters  
• Excursions: Caves, islands, grottoes 
• Activities: Squid fishing, movie nights, cooking class, kayaking, Tai Chi sessions 
• Well-being: Massages, beauty treatments 
• Dining: Local & international delicacies, set menus, a la carte menu

DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (-/L/D)
08:30     Luxury van picks you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Ha Long Bay.
11:30     Arriving Tuan Chau Marina, have check-in procedures at waiting lounge.
12:15     Transfer to Orchid Cruises 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 will head to Dark Cave and Bright Cave, the ideal place for you to feel close up from inside Ha Long Bay by bamboo boat or kayak.
17:00     Orchid Cruises enter an open, sparsely populated area at Tra Bau - Lan Ha Bay. Please enjoy a nice swim in the green emerald water here.
18:00     Being back onboard you may join a cooking demonstration, 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 sundeck and in the restaurant welcome 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: HALONG BAY – HANOI (B/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 at Tuan Chau Marina, say best wishes, and end your cruise with us.
14:30     Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.
 
 

DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (-/L/D)
08:30     Luxury van picks you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Ha Long Bay.
11:30     Arriving Tuan Chau Marina, have check-in procedures at waiting lounge.
12:15     Transfer to Orchid Cruises 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 will head to Dark Cave and Bright Cave, the ideal place for you to feel close up from inside Ha Long Bay by bamboo boat or kayak.
17:00     Orchid Cruises enter an open, sparsely populated area at Tra Bau - Lan Ha Bay. Please enjoy a nice swim in the green emerald water here.
18:00     Being back onboard you may join a cooking demonstration, 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 sundeck and in the restaurant welcome 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 (B/L/D)
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 Cruises 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's rainforest and dark tunnels, witness the scenery of rice fields, visit the ancient houses, and experience the local life.
11:00     Return to the boat and enjoy lunch.
14:00     Visit Ba Trai Dao (Three peach islets), this peaceful body of water has beautiful scenery, making it the perfect place for scenic kayaking or relaxing on a sandy beach.
17:00     Back on Orchid Cruises 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     Sumptuous 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 bay at night, 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, and we also have chess and cards for you.
23:00     Overnight on board.
 
DAY 3: HALONG BAY – HANOI (B/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 at Tuan Chau Marina, say best wishes, and end your cruise with us.
14:30     Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.
 

PRICE PER PERSON IN USD (IN GROUP OF)
2 DAYS 1 NIGHT

NOTES

• Round trip luxury limousine transfer Hanoi - Tuan Chau - Hanoi: USD40 per person
• Surcharge US$40 per person on Chrismas Eve (24th Dec), New Year Eve (31st Dec) and Lunar New Year (21st - 23rd Jan)
• Charter cruise is available on request.