• The unique route, a sailing pioneer to discover Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay
• Only 02 hours from Hanoi center to Orchid Cruise instead of 04 hours as other cruises
• Elegant Orchid Cruise Concept with luxury facilities

• Travelling on the 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 the 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.

DAY 1: HANOI – HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (LUNCH & DINNER)
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 at Lot 32 - Tuan Chau Marina – have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge. You can take special tea at lounge by warm welcome. 
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 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.
17:30 Orchid Cruises 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 fusion 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. Overnight on board.
 
DAY 2: HA LONG BAY – 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. 
07:30 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 Cruises 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.
 

Please note the Cruise Itinerary and Program may be subject to change without prior notice

Please note the Cruise Itinerary and Program may be subject to change without prior notice

INCLUDES:

• ​English speaking in-house tour guide on boat
• All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries, (01 lunches, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast, 01 brunch) for 2 days 1 night, (02 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 breakfasts, 01 brunch) for 3 days 2 nights
• Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Swimming (if the weather permits), Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment, satellite TV, Local wine experience, Tea ceremony
• Sightseeing entrance fees
• Luxury cabin with A/C
• Day boat for exploring Viet Hai village and tour guide for the 2^nd day of 3 days/2nights package
• Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, fresh flower and fresh fruits basket, two bottle of mineral water in each cabin

EXCLUDES:

• Round trip transfer Hanoi- Halong - Hanoi 
• Airfare, visa arrangements
• ​Beauty Spa Services & Massage
• Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses
• All other services not clearly mentioned above

WHAT TO BRING:

• Sun block
• Camera + Film
• Insect repellent
• Original Passport
• Wide brim hat
• Swimming costume for summer
• Sun glass
• Proper shoes for cave sharing
• Warm clothes for winter

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 - 24th Jan)
• Charter cruise is available on request.