Detail itinerary
DAY 1: HANOI – HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (LUNCH & DINNER)
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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. ( Transfert on request) |
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Arriving at Lot 32 - TuanChau Marina – have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge. You can take special tea at lounge by warm welcome. |
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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. |
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Passengers will be taking lunch while we cruise and visit Ha LongBay – Lan Ha Bay- one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. |
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Visit Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches islets). This peaceful body of water has beautiful scenery, making it the perfect place for scenic kayaking or relaxing on a sandy beach. |
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Orchid Cruises enters a less populated area at Tra Bau – Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy a nice swim in the green, emerald water. |
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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. |
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Savor a fusion dinner rmade with the freshest ingredients in a sophisticated space with elegant French neoclassical style and traditional oriental touches. |
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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. |
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Overnight on board. |
DAY 2: LAN HA BAY (BREAKFAST-LUNCH-DINNER)
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The day starts early onboard Orchid Cruises with Tai Chi session on the sundeck. The breakfast is served in thedining room with morning view of bay’slandscape, then continue our journey. |
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We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise. |
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Transfer to day-boat to visit Viet Hai village. You will take the bicycle trip along the village path and go through rainforests and darktunnel. 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 willhave chance to see the local lifeon a valley of local people. Optional electric car service is available (at an extracost). Back to day boatfor visiting LanHa Bay. Lunchwill be servedon day boat. Visit Ba Men Temple a peaceful peaceful body of waterhas beautiful scenery, making it the perfect place for scenic kayaking or relaxing on a sandy beach. |
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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. |
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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 . |
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Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your handat night squidfishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board. Option:Massage service available. Please book withCruise Manager directly (please see massage menu) |
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End of Day Two program |
DAY 3: HA LONG BAY – HANOI (BREAKFAST & BRUNCH)
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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 wantto hunt fordawn, get up from 5:30to 6:00 depending on the season, and consult our sailors. |
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We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise. |
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We progress Hoa Cuong Cave, also known as Diamond Cave, remains untouched by humans, preserving its natural beauty. Hidden deep in a forest-covered mountain, it exudes mystery and wonder, sure to mesmerize visitors! |
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Orchid Cruises welcomes youback on boardand it is time for checking out. |
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Enjoy a delightful brunchat our restaurant while cruising back. |
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Disembark OrchidCruises at TuanChau Marina, say best wishes, and end yourcruise with us. |
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Back to yourdrop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip. |
Thank you for choosing Orchid Cruises!
* 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.