Where you will go
Overview
As the first high-class cruise to explore both Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, Orchid Classic remains a timeless inspiration thanks to its classic Indochine architecture combined with all-wooden interiors. Consisting of 14 spacious suites with balconies and private baths overlooking the gulf, an outdoor jacuzzi on sundeck, Orchid Classic with top-notch services guarantees clients an extraordinary experience in discovering the mysterious beauty of the bays.
Pioneering in cruising the wonderful northeast gateway of Vietnam: Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba Island, Orchid Cruises offers premium experiences with finest quality boats: Premium - Classic - Trendy.
Engage in a journey of sublimate emotions with Orchid Cruises, enjoy high-class services and experience the quintessence of Vietnamese cuisine in the heart of this charming world heritage.
Itinerary
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Day 1 Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay
08:00 - 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. (The service is not included)
11:00 – 11:30 Arriving at Lot 32 - Tuan Chau Marina – have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge.
You can take special tea at the lounge by a warm welcome.
11:45 – 12:00 Transfer to Orchid Cruises by a speed boat. Welcome aboard, we'll have some welcome drinks and gather at the restaurant for a cruise briefing and some safety instructions.
12:45 – 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 – 15:30 Option 2: Discover Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches Islets), where tranquil waters and picturesque landscapes create an idyllic setting for kayaking or unwinding on a sandy shore. Take pleasure in a refreshing swim in the emerald-green waters. (If the weather permits)
17:00 – 17:30 Orchid Cruises anchors for an overnight stay in Tra Bau, Lan Ha Bay, offering a serene landscape to immerse yourself in the bay's natural beauty.
18:00 – 18:15 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 – 19:30 Savor a fusion dinner made with the freshest ingredients in a sophisticated space with elegant French neoclassical style and traditional oriental touches.
21:00 – 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 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.
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Day 2 Ha Long Bay - Hanoi
06:00 – 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.
06:45 - 07:00 We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise.
07:15 - 07:30 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.
09:45 – 10:00 Orchid Cruises welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out.
10:00 – 10:30 Enjoy a delightful brunch at our restaurant.
11:00 – 11:30 Disembark Orchid Cruises at Tuan Chau Marina, say best wishes and end your cruise with us.
14:30 – 15:00 Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip. (The service is not included)
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Include
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Luxury room and facilities as ordered
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Kayaking, cooking demontration, Tai chi session, swimming in the sea (if the weather permits), squid fishing
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English speaking tour guide and onboard service fee
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Welcoming drink, two bottles of water in cabin
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Onboard insurance, sightseeing fees and value added tax
Not included
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Hanoi – Ha Long transportation (luxury van is available to be booked).
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Massage treatment (available to be booked in advance).
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Personal expenses and services not included in the service include.
Regulations
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Payment currency
Vietnamese currency: VND (Vietnam dong)
You should prepare cash (US dollars) in advance or use a credit card to pay in Vietnam -
Special services
If you have special service requests such as vegetarian meals, single room requests or special assistance, please contact the consultant directly. -
Other notes about departure schedule
Please read the tour's applicable conditions carefully. You can also contact Inbound Vietnam to receive prices and programs according to your request.