Day 1: HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY

Old Quarter - Pick up & drop off at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter

Lan Ha Bay - 09h10: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the new highway to Got Ferry Terminal ‘ Cat Hai Town, Haiphong City where we arrive at around 11h30. The passengers have a chance to experience on longest and newest bridge in South East Asia area. You can take special tea at cruise’s lounge by warm welcome.

12h15: Transfer by tender to the cruise

12h30: We welcome our guests onboard then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start cruising and explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

13h00: The cruise proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. Have International Buffet Lunch while passing via the islets of Con Vit area. 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 Gia Luan harbor where is belong to Cat Ba National Park

15h00: 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.

17h00: The ruise gets in the less populated area at Tra Bau area where is located in Lan Ha Bay. You will enjoy the green emerald and cool water by swimming

17h45: Returning the cruise, 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

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

19h30: Sumptuous Candlelight Deluxe Dinner Set Menu 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. Overnight on board.

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

23h00: End of Day One program

• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Pick up & Drop off at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
• Food
• Guide
• Entrance fee

• Drinks

IMAGE HALONG Cruises jsc is the proud owner of Orchid Cruise – a pair of splendid and luxuriously structured boats named ‘Orchid.’ The design is contemporary, splendid and all cabins have a private balcony, making them ideal for individuals, couples, and families alike.

The cruise embarks from Dinh Vu port in Hai Phong city, a mere 2.5 hours from Hanoi. For the convenience of its guests, the company offers luxury van services for round-trip transfers.

The Orchid Cruise takes its passengers to stunning destinations like Halong Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, and Cat Ba island. On a 3-day/2-night tour, the guests can enjoy biking through the Cat Ba island jungle and visit a local village.

The on-board food and beverages are delightful and tasty, however similar to other cruises, beverages are an additional charge and it’s advisable to inquire about prices before placing an order.

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.