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Orchid Classic Cruises

From
$ 160

Per traveler

About Cruise

2016
Iron Junk
14
Tuan Chau Marina
Hanoi - Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi

Orchid Classic Cruise is one of the best luxury 5-star cruises as well as the first cruise company to set up a newly overnight cruise itinerary throughout Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay, Orchid Cruise leads passengers to explore the pristine beauty of the Heritage Site which is less touristic and more wildly untouched. With only 14 spacious cabins, Orchid Cruise offers a really comfortable private space with an upgraded level of premium cruising services that make your discovery full of exceptional experiences.

Schedule

2days

Orchid Classic Cruises 2 days

Hanoi, Lan Ha Bay , Hanoi

From
$ 160

Per traveler

Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina - Lan Ha bay - Trung Trang cave (L, D)

Activities: Hotel pick up, transfer to Tuan Chau Marina, check-in Orchid Trendy cruise, savor lunch onboard, visit Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island, join cooking class, serving dinner, relax and overnight onboard.

8:30: 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 Cruise 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.

14:15: 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 cave located in Trung Trang Valley, which is 15km away from the northwest of Cat Ba town. The cave is 300m long through the mountain, possessing a mysterious beauty due to the geological tectonics in million years along with many historical vestiges. The cave has many stalactites with different shapes that stimulate human imagination and amaze visitors.

17:00: 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.

19:00: 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.

Halong Bay - Ao Ech area - Tuan Chau Marina – Hanoi (B, Br)

Activities: Take part in Tai Chi class in the morning, kayak at Ao Ech area, get back to the cruise to have brunch while the cruise is sailing back to Got Ferry, driving back to Hanoi.

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.

09:30 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.

3days

Orchid Classic Cruises 3 days

From
$ 285

Per traveler

Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina - Lan Ha bay - Trung Trang cave (L, D)

Activities: Hotel pick up, transfer to Tuan Chau Marina, check-in Orchid Trendy cruise, savor lunch onboard, visit Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island, join cooking class, serving dinner, relax and overnight onboard.

8:30: 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 Cruise 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.

14:15: 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 cave located in Trung Trang Valley, which is 15km away from the northwest of Cat Ba town. The cave is 300m long through the mountain, possessing a mysterious beauty due to the geological tectonics in million years along with many historical vestiges. The cave has many stalactites with different shapes that stimulate human imagination and amaze visitors.

17:00: 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.

19:00: 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.

Halong Bay - Viet Hai village (B, L, D)

Activities: Start a fresh new day with Tai Chi class, transferred to Viet Hai village for cycling, swimming at the untouched area.

06:30 The day starts early onboard Orchid Cruises with Tai Chi session on the sundeck. The breakfast is served in the dining room with morning view of bay’s landscape, then continue our journey.

07:00 We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise.

08:00 Transfer to tender to visit Viet Hai village. 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 car service is available (at an extra cost).

Back to day boat for visiting Lan Ha Bay. Lunch will be served on day boat.

14:00 Visit Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches 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 Return to Orchid Cruises. Guests may join a cooking class, take a swim at the untouched area, or enjoy the Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1) at the bar while watching the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin.

19:30 Fusion 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.

21:30 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. Overnight on board.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23:00 End of Day Two program.

Halong Bay - Ao Ech area - Tuan Chau Marina – Hanoi (B, Br)

Activities: Take part in Tai Chi class in the morning, kayak at Ao Ech area, get back to the cruise to have brunch while the cruise is sailing back to Got Ferry, driving back to Hanoi.

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.

09:30 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.

Things to know

  • Sundeck
  • Observatory
  • Theme Cruise
  • Boutique Library
  • Restaurant
  • Gymnasium
  • Rowing Boat
  • Doctor on call
  • Safety box at reception
  • Newspagers and magazine
  • Tender for sightseeing
  • 24-hour Security
  • Reception
  • Bar
  • Masssage and Spa
  • Boutique shop
  • Library
  • IDD at the reception
  • Laundry service
  • Cabin Service (Snack Meals)
  • Baby cot
  • Fishing
  • Singing and Dancing
  • Tours of caves
  • Cooking class
  • Swimming
  • Taichi in the morning
  • Tours of Floating Fishing village
  • Movie nights
  • Wooden Game
  • Kayaking
  • Biking in Cat Ba island
  • Bamboo boat trip
  • Rocking & Climbing
  • The Luxury Cabins, Suites with A/C and Luxury en-suite bathroom.
  • Complementary welcome drink.
  • Complementary 01 mineral water per person per night (in room).
  • In-house English and Vietnamese-speaking tour guide.
  • Cruise Itinerary and Program.
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees.
  • Cooking Class, Tai-Chi Session, Squid fishing and Sunset party.
  • Sharing bamboo boat or kayaking.
  • Meals as stated in cruise program.
  • Tea/coffee, canapes for breakfast.
  • Onboard Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges.
  • Limousine/private transfer Hanoi to Ha Long (upon request).
  • Airfares, Hotel Accommodation and Vietnam Visa Arrangements.
  • Beverages and Tobacco.
  • Beauty Spa Services and Massage.
  • Tips and other Personal Expenses.
  • Surcharge for Christmas, New Year and Lunar New Year.
  • VAT Tax.
  • All other services and items not clearly mentioned specifically above.
  • Electric car ride in Viet Hai village.
  • Surcharge for Christmas (Dec 24th) & New Year Eve (Dec 31st): USD 50/adult, USD 25/child (compulsory).
  • Check in on board: 12:00 PM.
  • Check out: 9:30 AM.
  • Return Hanoi: 3:30 PM.
  • The FOC rate for children under 5 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 5 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
  • Children from 5-11 will pay extra charge 75% of adult rate. Children 12 and above must pay full fare as adult.
  • An extra charge of USD 25.00 per extra bed if required to set up in the cabin for 02 days/1night program or USD 35.00 per extra bed for 03 days/2 nights program (already included in children rate). An extra charge of USD 10.00 per baby cot for 02 days/1 night program or USD 15.00 per baby cot for 03 days/ 2nights program if require. This extra service is subject to Victoria Star Cruises availability.
  • The child rate for children from 5 to 12 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. In case the child occupies the sole cabin, the rate for adult is applied.
  • Peak season surcharge: Surcharge of $50 per person per night applies for travel period from 20 December 2024 to 5 January 2029.
  • Shuttle bus: $35/ adult and $30/ child round trip. Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House.

* Cancellation by guests Any cancellation should be referred to Auasia Travel in writing by emails, following these below terms.

  • More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge.
  • From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates.
  • From 6 to 3 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates.
  • Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
  • No-Show: 100% of total rates.

* Cancellation by us.

  • We reserve the right to cancel your booking under some unavoidable circumstances like: weather conditions, wars, civil strife, industrial disputes, natural disasters, terrorism. If we cancel your booking, you can either get a refund or accept an alternative from us of equivalent or similar standard and price, if one is available, and we will always refund the difference in price if the alternative is of a lower standard and price.
  • The cancellation is announced ONLY by Quang Ninh Local Port Authority and often in short notice of time. Therefore your understandings in these situations are highly appreciated.

* Cancellation by weather conditions (controlled and informed by local authority).

  • Without prior notice, the cruise trip could be postponed, shortened or cancelled due to unexpected bad weather, including storm/ typhoon (summer), cyclone, thunderstorm, foggy days (winter), monsoon (winter)…
  • Before tours start from Hanoi city: Full refund.
  • After guests arrive in Halong Bay: Tour cost based on completed service: meals, transfer, day boat trip only, the rest will be refunded.
  • Guests are staying on board, trip is shortened: Tour cost based on completed service: trip length, meals, transfer, activities…, the rest will be refunded.
  • A cabin is limited for 1 child only.
  • Infants under 5 years old are free of charge, if sharing room with parents (no extra bed provided).
  • Children from 5 to 7 years old are charged 50% adult if sharing bed with parents.
  • Children from 7 to 9 years old are charged 75% of tour price, sharing bed with parents - no extra bed provided (as children’s price on our website), or full charge as adult to have extra bed.
  • Children from 9 years old and above are charged as adult.

Customer reviews

5.0

Excellent

15 Reviews

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Adrienne Nes

| Finland

May 10, 2024

Excellent

Highlight of Halong bay Cruise with Auasia Travel

The staff on the cruise are exceptional and go above and beyond to ensure your satisfaction. Their dedication and willingness to assist are truly commendable. Additionally, having good weather adds to the overall experience, creating a more enjoyable atmosphere. Smiley and Lilly are especially noteworthy for their outstanding service, and Jerry, the cruise director, brings loads of fun and ..More
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Bernard Burger

| Brazil

May 03, 2024

Excellent

Say Loved with Auasia Travel

Mia from Auasia Travel was incredibly helpful in assisting us in finding the perfect cruise and organizing all the necessary arrangements. She went above and beyond by being readily available on WhatsApp to provide us with additional information when needed. I highly recommend Auasia Travel as a reliable travel agent.
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David Smith

| Germany

Apr 23, 2024

Excellent

Happy Vacation with Halong bay Cruise

I recently had a fantastic experience with Auasia Travel during a 2-day, 1-night Halong Bay Cruise from Hanoi, including transfers. The abundance of cruise options available initially overwhelmed me, but I was fortunate to come across Auasia Travel, which offers a comprehensive selection of cruise companies and expert guidance to help you make the right choice.True to their name, ..More

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