Halong and Lan Ha Bay Cruise | Orchid Cruises

LANGUAGE

Detail itinerary

DAY 1: HANOI - HA LONG BAY - LAN HA BAY (LUNCH & DINNER)

• 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 transfer 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	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	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.

DAY 2: LAN HA BAY (BREAKFAST-LUNCH-DINNER)

• 06:00 – 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.
• 06:45 - 07:00	We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise.
• 07:45 - 08:00	Transfer to day-boat 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 a 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.
• 13:30 - 14:00	Visit Ba Men Temple a peaceful peaceful body of water has beautiful scenery, making it the perfect place for scenic kayaking or relaxing on a sandy beach.
• 16:00 - 16:30	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.
• 19:00 – 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.
• 21:00 – 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

DAY 3: HA LONG BAY – HANOI (BREAKFAST & BRUNCH)

• 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.
• 7:15 – 7:30	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. 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 transfer service is not included)

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* Please note that the itinerary may be subject to change without prior notice.

Inclusions

Luxury room and facilities as ordered.
All onboard meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
Kayaking, cooking demontration, Tai chi session, swimming in the sea (if the weather permits), squid fishing.
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

Hanoi – Ha Long transportation (luxury van is available to be booked).
Massage treatment (available to be booked in advance).
Personal expenses and services not included in the service include.

Hotel infomation

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