Orchid Premium Cruise – 2 Days 1 Night

Orchid Premium brings a unique beauty with Indochine-style architecture, sophisticatedly combining the nostalgia of Asian traditions and the romance and elegance of French architecture. Designed with only 5 extremely spacious suites with balconies and private baths overlooking the Gulf, Orchid Premium, with 24/7 private butler service, is surely the ultimate choice to enjoy your stay to the fullest.

DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG 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.
•  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 will 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 We progress to Dark and Bright Caves – a must-visit destination! Kayaking through these caves is the ultimate way to experience the breathtaking beauty of Ha Long Bay up close.

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 Savour 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.

DAY 2: HALONG 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.

PRICE (VND per person):

From 1st May to 30th September 2024:

From 1st October to 30th April 2025:

Inclusions:

• Luxury room and facilities as ordered.
• All onboard meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
• Kayaking, cooking demonstration, Tai chi session, bamboo boating, beach (if the weather permits), movies, squid fishing.
• Vietnamese – English speaking tour guide and onboard service fee.
• Welcoming drink, two bottles of water in cabin.
• Onboard insurance, sightseeing fees and value added tax.

Exclusions:

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