10h00: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the highway to Tuan Chau Port, Quang Ninh where we arrive at around 11h30. You can take special tea at Orchid Cruise’s lounge by warm welcome.
12h00: Transfer by tender to the Orchid Classic Cruise.
12h15: We welcome our guests onboard the Orchid Classic Cruise and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions, check in. Start cruising and explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.
12h40: ORCHID CLASSIC CRUISE boat proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. We have lunch before continuing our journey via the islets of Con Vit and Gia Luan. 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 Cua Van to Ba Trai Dao area.
15h00: We progress to Ba Trai Dao beach area of Lan Ha Bay- a separate part of Halong Bay. This is a quiet tourist paradise in Vietnam. The region is known for its pristine beaches and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. Unlike the main, Ha Long Bay, the islands of Lan Ha Bay are forested, and most are small in stature.
You may prefer to try your hand at kayaking or simply just enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay, in the Ba Trai Dao area.
17h30: Returning ORCHID CRUISE boat 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: Deluxe 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
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.
 
Day 2: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B/L)
 
06h00 Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck; after which we serve light breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out in canoes to explore the bay in the area where the Sang Toi cave is situated.
9h30 Return to ORCHID CRUISE boat for check-out procedures
10h00 Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch
11h35 We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark.
12h10 We bid farewell at Dinh Vu port, this is the end of the program.
14h00 Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.
 

Type of cabin	Double or Twin cabin  (per person in $US)	Single Supplement  (in $US)
Suite Balcony	245 USD	349 USD
Premium Suite Balcony	269 USD	389 USD
Orchid Excutive Suite Balcony	319 USD	499 USD
Family Suite Balcony (3 pax)	289 USD	N/A
Family Suite Balcony (4 pax)	249 USD	N/A
Family Premium Suite Balcony (3 pax)	315 USD	N/A
Family Premium Suite Balcony (4 pax)	269 USD	N/A

 
High season surcharge ( 1st Oct to 30th Apri)

• Suite cabins: 40 $US per person (double/twin room)
• Premium cabins: 45 $US per person (double/twin room)
• Orchid Suite cabins: 60 $US per person (double/twin room)
• Family Suite (3pax): 50 per person
• Family Suite (4pax): 40 per person
• Family Premium (3pax): 60 per person
• Family Premium (4pax): 45 per person 

Day 1: Hanoi - Hai Phong - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay (L/ D)
 
10h00: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the highway to Dinh Vu Port, Haiphong where we arrive at around 11h30. You can take special tea at Orchid Cruise’s lounge by warm welcome.
12h00: Transfer by tender to the ORCHID CRUISE. On the way to the main boat, you will have a chance to see Cai Trap canal.
12h15: We welcome our guests onboard the ORCHID CRUISE and 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.
12h40: ORCHID CRUISE proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. Have lunch while passing via the islets of Con Vit and Gia Luan. 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 Cua Van to Ba Trai Dao area.
15h00: We progress to Ba Trai Dao beach area of Lan Ha Bay- a separate part of Halong Bay. This is a quiet tourist paradise in Vietnam. The region is known for its pristine beaches and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. Unlike the main, Ha Long Bay, the islands of Lan Ha Bay are forested, and most are small in stature.
You may prefer to try your hand at kayaking or simply just enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay, in the Ba Trai Dao area.
17h30: Returning ORCHID 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: Deluxe 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
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.
 
Day 2: Halong Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay (B/ L/ D)
 
6h00: The day starts early onboard ORCHID CRUISE with Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
Coffee, tea and pastries for light breakfast are served in the dining room with morning view of bay’s landscape, then continue our journey.
8h30: Transfer to day boat for 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 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 Bai Tu Long Bay. Lunch served on day boat.
13h30: Visit Bai Tu Long Bay, free kayaking and swimming at Ba Ham Lake area situated in the middle of a narrow, rectangular area, with the all four sides enclosed by vertical cliffs. (if the weather permit).
16h00: Return to ORCHID CRUISE. You will join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. Watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour deal.
19h30: Deluxe 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
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 Two program
 
Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi (B/ L) 
 
06h00: Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck; after which we serve light breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out in canoes to explore the bay in the area where the Toi Sang cave is situated.
9h30: Visitors then return ORCHID CRUISE for check-out procedures
10h00: Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch
11h35: We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark.
12h10: We bid farewell at Dinh Vu port, this is the end of the program.
14h00: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.
 

Type of cabin	Double or Twin cabin  (per person in $US)	Single Supplement  (in $US)
Suite Balcony	375 USD	560 USD
Premium Suite Balcony	415 USD	630 USD
Orchid Excutive Suite Balcony	515 USD	820 USD
Family Suite Balcony (3 pax)	449 USD	N/A
Family Suite Balcony (4 pax)	379 USD	N/A
Family Premium Suite Balcony (3 pax)	499 USD	N/A
Family Premium Suite Balcony (4 pax)	419 USD	N/A

High season surcharge ( 1st Oct to 30th Apri)

• Suite cabins: 75 $US per person (double/twin room)
• Premium cabins: 85 $US per person (double/twin room)
• Orchid Suite cabins: 110 $US per person (double/twin room)
• Family Suite (3pax): 95 per person
• Family Suite (4pax): 70 per person
• Family Premium (3pax): 100 per person
• Family Premium (4pax): 85 per person 

- Suite cabins are located on the first deck with private balcony which brings in a full spectrum of spectacular views of. These gorgeous cabins are built by hand to a large, roomy size of 36 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with full HD LED TVs and luxury facilities.
- Premium cabins are located on the second deck with the most beautiful ocean set high on the ship for a spanning panorama view of the Bay. All cabins are designed with luxury and relaxation in mind. These beautiful cabins are fit to the large cabin size of 36 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and full facilities.
- Orchid Suite cabins are located on the second floor and these cabins are the most luxurious of any cabin on the Orchid Cruises fleet. They host a private jacuzzi, secluded private bar in-cabin, the largest personal sized cabin on board at 45 square meters, a private sun lounge and lounge chairs on the private balcony. These perfectly designed cabins are fit with largest personal cabin size at 45 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and full facilities. Only two Exclusive Suites available!
- Family Suite cabins are the connecting door cabins with 01 double Cabin and 01 Twin cabin, located on the first floor.  These beautiful cabins are the largest, most luxurious for families, at sizes of 72 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and fully furnished facilities. This cabin is good choice for small group or family with children.
- Family Premium cabins are the connecting door cabins with 01 double Cabin and 01 Twin cabin, located on the second floor.  These beautiful cabins are the largest, most luxurious for families, at sizes of 72 square meters. Western style is the highlight of these cabins with HD LED TVs and fully furnished facilities. This cabin is good choice for small group or family with children.