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Orchid Cruise

Ha Noi - Ha Long Bay
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Duration: 2 days
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Latest Reviews

“We had an AMAZING time on this trip. Obviously the amount of cruises in Halong bay is overwhelming and there are some conflicting opinions about what is good too! The cruise ship was simply amazing. Our room was stunning, the bed big and so comfortable I didn’t want to leave it! Shower was hot and worked very well. Amazing views out into the bay.”

Overview

Being one of the best luxury 5 star brand cruises in Ha Long Bay, Orchid Cruises offer customers with highest level of service and exceed your expectation. Orchid is proud to be the first cruise to organize itinerary through a Long Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay because of the higher regulations of the local authority. Cruising with this luxury brand, you have chance to visit most highlight of this world heritage that no other ones can help you. Equipped With large cabins having private balcony, tourists can enjoy best view into the stunning seascape. The very new gorgeous boat will surely satisfy all your needs.

Cabin Area Bed type
Suite balcony Suite balcony 36.0 m2 Twin/double bed
Family Suite Balcony Family Suite Balcony 72 m2 Twin/Double bed
Premium Suite Balcony Premium Suite Balcony 45 m2 Twin/Double bed
Family Premium Suite Balcony Family Premium Suite Balcony 36 m2 Twin/Double bed
Orchid exclusive suite Orchid exclusive suite 36 m2 Twin/Double bed

Cruises Photo

Orchid Cruise - Halong Bay - Vietnam

Full Itinerary

Trip Highlights

 Explore Lan Ha Bay- a less touristy part of Ha Long Bay.

 Visit beautiful mysterious caves.

 Swim or kayak in a stunning seascape.

 Enjoy the luxury service

ActivitiesCheck-in cabin, visit Surprising Cave, kayak, swim, party.

MealLunch-Dinner.

IncludedAccommodation, transportation, guide, entrance fee, lunch, dinner.

09h00: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the highway to Dinh Vu Port, Haiphong where we arrive at around 11h30. You can take special tea at Orchid Cruise’s lounge by warm welcome.

12h00: Transfer by tender to the ORCHID CRUISE. On the way to the main boat, you will have a chance to see Cai Trap canal.

12h15: We welcome our guests onboard the ORCHID CRUISE and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise brief and safety instruction by crew member and Cruise Manager, anchored in the south of Halong Bay, one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of Nature’ in a worldwide survey. Halong Bay is steeped in culture from hundreds of years ago. The bay has remained unchanged for centuries, with beautiful seas and impressive islands.

12h40: Your Halong Bay Cruise boat proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. We have lunch before continuing our journey via the islets of Con Vit and Gia Luan. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. 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 to Ba Trai Dao area.

14h45: 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 and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. Unlike the main, Ha Long Bay, the islands of Lan Ha Bay are forested, and most are small in stature.

15h00: We take you for a trip in the small coracles, used by fishermen for centuries. You will learn how they go about their trade, casting the nets, whilst navigating the waters in their tiny craft.
Alternatively 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 waters of the bay, in the Ba Trai Dao area (this program applies between the months of April and November).
In the winter months, (December to March) Tourists instead, may visit Viet Hai village with guide. 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 cart service is available (at an extra cost).

17h45: Returning your Halong Bay Cruise boat 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.

19:30: 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 or register for our massage services. Overnight on board.
Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23h00: End of Day One program.

ActivitiesVisit pearl farm, enjoy cooking class.

MealBreakfast- Lunch

IncludedAccommodation, transportation, guide, entrance fee, meals.

06h00: 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 breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out in canoes to explore the bay in the area where the Toi Sang cave is situated.

9h45: Visitors then return to your Halong Bay Cruise boat for check-out procedures.

10h15: Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch.

11h45: 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. We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey.

15h00: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi.

ActivitiesCheck-in cabin, swim, kayak, enjoy meals.

MealLunch-Dinner.

IncludedAccommodation, transportation, guide, entrance fee, lunch, dinner.

09h00: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the highway to Dinh Vu Port, Haiphong where we arrive at around 11h30. You can take special tea at Orchid Cruise’s lounge by warm welcome.

12h00: Transfer by tender to the ORCHID CRUISE. On the way to the main boat, you will have a chance to see Cai Trap canal.

12h15: We welcome our guests onboard the ORCHID CRUISE and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise brief and safety instruction by crew member and Cruise Manager, anchored in the south of Halong Bay, one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of Nature’ in a worldwide survey. Halong Bay is steeped in culture from hundreds of years ago. The bay has remained unchanged for centuries, with beautiful seas and impressive islands.

12h40: Your Halong Bay Cruise boat proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. We have lunch before continuing our journey via the islets of Con Vit and Gia Luan. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. 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 to Ba Trai Dao area.

14h45: 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 and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. Unlike the main, Ha Long Bay, the islands of Lan Ha Bay are forested, and most are small in stature.

15h00: We take you for a trip in the small coracles, used by fishermen for centuries. You will learn how they go about their trade, casting the nets, whilst navigating the waters in their tiny craft.

Alternatively 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 waters of the bay, in the Ba Trai Dao area (this program applies between the months of April and November).

In the winter months, (December to March) Tourists instead, may visit Viet Hai village with guide. 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 cart service is available (at an extra cost).

17h45: Returning your Halong Bay Cruise boat 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.

19:30: 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 or register for our massage services. Overnight on board.
Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23h00: End of Day One program.

ActivitiesKayak, swim, enjoy the scenery.

MealBreakfast-Linch-Dinner.

IncludedAccommodation, transportation, guide, entrance fee, meals.

06h00: The day starts early onboard your Halong Bay Cruise boat with Tai Chi session on the sundeck.You can then enjoy a lovely breakfast; after which we continue our journey exploring Bai Tu Long Bay. A smaller boat will take tourists to visit the wonderful pristine landscape on Bai Tu Long. Here you will see the Vung Vieng fishing village. This is located in an area of quiet, peaceful and stunning scenery. The lives of the fishermen throughout the years has changed little. There are museums, schools houses and shops here. You can swim in the sea, or take a kayak out on Bai Tu Long Bay. Experience the culture of the fishermen living on the sea all year round.

12h00: You now return to the boat for lunch, before visiting the amazing Sung Sot Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay. The stalactites and stalagmites here are incredible.

15h30: We return to your ORCHID CRUISE boat.

ActivitiesTai Chi, visit Thien Canh Son Cave, check out.

MealBreakfast-Brunch.

IncludedAccommodation, transportation, guide, entrance fee, breakfast, lunch.

06h00: 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 breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out in canoes to explore the bay in the area where the Toi Sang cave is situated.

09h45: Visitors then return to your Halong Bay Cruise boat for check-out procedures.

10h15: Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch.

11h45: 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. We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey.

15h00: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi.

Policies

6 Reasons to sail with Orchid Cruise

  • Spacious and elegant cabins
    Private balcony and designed with large windows!
  • Outstanding service
    A leading 5 star cruise on stunning Ha Long Bay!
  • Amazing food
    Very delicious and also a lot!
  • Local booking discount
    Best price early booking with Local Travel Agent!
  • Interesting activities
    Kayaking, swimming, squid fishing..
  • Easy communication
    Orchid Cruise’s staff speaks: Vietnamese, English

Facilities of Orchid Cruise

Outdoors
Cooking class, terrace, sun deck
Activities
Kayaking, sightseeing, swimming, spa, squid fishing, Tai Chi
Food & Drink
Restaurant, bar, lounge, special diet meals or other allergies (upon request)
Internet
Internet access available.
Services
24-hour front desk, currency exchange, luggage storage, massage, laundry
General
Safe, shops (on site), non-smoking rooms, air c onditioning
Languages spoken
Vietnamese, English

Policies of Orchid Cruise

Check-in
12:00 – 12:30
Check-out
09:30 – 10:00
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please contact us more details of payments/ cancellation.
Children and Extra Beds
All children are welcome.
Free! One child under 5 years stays free of charge when using existing beds.
Surcharge 50% rate of adult for children 5->11 years sharing bed with parents
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

Dates & Rates

Array

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions
Welcome drink
Accommodation on board: luxury & safe en-suited cabin with A/C, hot water.
Transports Hanoi - Ha Long - Hanoi by shuttle bus.
Meals as indicated
Kayaking
Insurance on junk
English speaking guide
Exclusions
Private car
Drinks
Travel insurance
Tips and other personal services

Reviews

There’s no better way to learn what a trip is like than from the firsthand experiences of your fellow travelers, and our Traveler Reviews are the real deal—unbiased and unedited—giving you an honest appraisal of the experiences that await you on this trip.

AVERAGE RATING

4.7

RATING SUMMARY

Accommodations
4.7
Itinerary
4.8
Meals
4.9
Sales Executive
4.7
Value
4.8
Overall Quality
4.7

Striving for Excellence

Overrall Ship Excellence
91%
Value
97%
Elena Richards
San Francisco, California
June 2016

Amazing experience!
– We are so happy that from all the cruises we have chosen exactly Orchid.
– We stayed two nights on the boat.
– The whole team made their best to make our trip unforgettable!
– The boat is very nice and clean.
– The food is amazing.
– Halong bay is an extraordinary place!
– Two days are not enough to feel the magical atmosphere
 Yes, I recommend you to stay three days with Orchid Cruise!

Accommodations
5
Itinerary
4.7
Meals
4.8
Sales Executive
4.9
Value
4.9
Overall Quality
4.8
Annie Smith
Glasgow, United Kingdom
July 2016

Superb cruise!
– We spent two days and one night aboard the Orchid Cruise.
– It was superb!
– The entire experience went so smoothly!
– We felt very taken care of.
– All of the staff greeted us with warm smiles!
– They were all very approachable and friendly!
– Best trip for who wants to have a break from Hanoi for a day or two
 Yes, I highly recommend Orchid Cruise.

Accommodations
4.6
Itinerary
4.7
Meals
4.9
Sales Executive
4.8
Value
4.8
Overall Quality
4.7
Jamie Ron
Manchester, United Kingdom
18 September 2016

Highly recommended! Excellent tour!
– The crew welcomed us and gave a briefing before a tasty lunch.
– We then visited an island where we could climb all the steps to the top for a panoramic view of the islands.
– We went kayaking which was amazing – such beautiful scenery and so peaceful.
– After dinner you could sit at the back of the boat squid fishing or there was an option to watch a film.
– We visited some caves which were pretty incredible!
 Yes, I love to recommend such a nice cruise and a perfect travel company – Viet Prestige

Accommodations
4.7
Itinerary
4.6
Meals
4.8
Sales Executive
4.9
Value
4.8
Overall Quality
4.7
Jolie Ruth
Scituate, Massachusetts
August 2016

3D2N of amazing cruise
– I cannot recommend Orchid cruise enough.
– The food was incredible, the staff were so friendly and welcoming.
– The boat was gorgeous too. We chose a deluxe cabin which was worth every penny.
– Everywhere was spotlessly clean and well presented.
– We loved it so much we will book a longer cruise through Viet Prestige the next time we visit Vietnam.

Accommodations
4.6
Itinerary
4.7
Meals
4.9
Sales Executive
4.8
Value
4.6
Overall Quality
4.7
Jane Sullivan
La Habra, California
07 October 2016

First class help for all our bookings!
– We used Viet Prestige to book a Halong Bay Cruise.
– They provided excellent service, replying promptly to emails and helping us with every enquiry we had.
– Our Glory cruise was everything we’d hoped for and more.
– All the staff were so friendly and helpful.
– Thank you once again for all your help – I hope one day we can return to your beautiful country!
 Yes, I would recommend Viet Prestige to anyone considering a trip to Vietnam.

Accommodations
4.9
Itinerary
4.8
Meals
4.6
Sales Executive
4.9
Value
4.7
Overall Quality
4.9

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