ITINERARY 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS

• 08:00 – 08:30

Luxury van picksyou up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Ha Long Bay. (Transfers are not included)

• 11:00 – 11:30

Arriving at Lot32 – 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 tender 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 – 18:30

On board 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 rmade 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.

• 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

• 13:30 – 14:00

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 lifeon a valley of local people.

Optional electric car service is available (at an extra cost).

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

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 on board 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 nightsquid 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