Orchid Cruise
Lan Ha Bay, lying in the South of Halong bay, geologically is an extension of Halong Bay. With 300 or more karst islands, limestone outcrops with numerous white-sand beaches, Lan Ha Bay offers travelers exactly same magnificent landscape as Halong bay. Yet, unlike her twin sister, Lan Ha Bay was just opened for tourists since 2017, therefore its untouched and primitive beauty has been still remained. Lan Ha Bay with stunning and peaceful scenery has become more and more attractive and fascinating to travelers who want to see the famous wonder of the world but desire an unexplored extraordinary nature.
Day 1
Hanoi – Lan Ha Bay/Natural Magnificence
The following program for Lan Ha bay trip belongs to Orchid Cruise.
In the morning
- At around 09:00, after breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up at the hotel lobby by the staff and driver of Orchid Cruise and transferred to Got Pier
- At around 12:00, you will reach the harbor and enjoy a welcome drink while waiting for the staff to prepare the finals then once they complete you will embark and be welcomed by cruise members
In the afternoon
- At around 13:00, after check-in on the cruise, you will have a fresh lunch whilst cruising into the magnificent maze of thousands of Limestone Mountains.
- Then you will have a short rest and free time to hunt the wonderful photos of this World Heritage before getting on Cat Ba Island to be transferred by a bus to visit Trung Trang Cave, the largest cave on the island covering an area of around 300 hectares, the deepest point is almost 30 meters below the surface. The cave is located in Kim Giao forest, which belongs to Cat Ba National Park.
- At 17:00, you will stop at Tra Bau Area where you can enjoy swimming
In the evening
- At 19:30, a lovely dinner will be served in the cherish restaurant of Orchid Cruise
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Today useful note(s): Sun cream, sun glasses, swimming suits and wide brim hats are suggested
Parameter: Hanoi – Lan Ha Bay: 150km/Driving: 2.5 hours
Overnight on the cruise
Day 2
Lan Ha Bay – Hanoi/ Nature Exploration
In the morning
- At 06:00, if you would like to do some exercise to begin your new day, let rise early and practice Tai Chi on the top deck as the sunrise greets us from behind the mountains.
- At 07:00, breakfast will be served in the dining room at the middle of fresh and peaceful bay.
- After breakfast, you will explore Ao Ech by kayaking. Then you will return to the cruise to prepare for check – out and a farewell lunch with the crew
In the afternoon
- After lunch you will disembark the cruise and say goodbye to the cruise members to get back to the car and head to Hanoi
- Around 15:00, you will arrive at hotel in Hanoi for a free leisure night
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/__
Today useful note(s): Sun cream, sun glasses, swimming suits and wide brim hats are suggested
Parameter: Lan Ha Bay – Hanoi: 150km/Driving: 2.5 hours
| INCLUSION | EXCLUSION |
| Cabin with Ocean view | Meals, Beverages which are not specified in the program |
| English speaking guide on cruise | Any unclarified flight tickets |
| Welcome drink and complimentary water on the bus and in your cabin | Personal travel insurance |
| All meals as listed in the program | Any personal expenses |
| Shuttle bus Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (Pick-up and drop-off points must be in the old quarter) but private car is upon your request | Any gratuities and tips to driver or tour guide ($3-5/person/day for both guide and driver) |
| All entrance fee and sightseeing tickets as listed | Bank fee |
| Any surcharge for holiday |
Day 1
Hanoi – Lan Ha Bay/Natural Magnificence
The following program for Lan Ha bay trip belongs to Orchid Cruise.
In the morning
- At around 09:00, after breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up at the hotel lobby by the staff and driver of Orchid Cruise and transferred to Got Pier
- At around 12:00, you will reach the harbor and enjoy a welcome drink while waiting for the staff to prepare the finals then once they complete you will embark and be welcomed by cruise members
In the afternoon
- At around 13:00, after check-in on the cruise, you will have a fresh lunch whilst cruising into the magnificent maze of thousands of Limestone Mountains.
- Then you will have a short rest and free time to hunt the wonderful photos of this World Heritage before getting on Cat Ba Island to be transferred by a bus to visit Trung Trang Cave, the largest cave on the island covering an area of around 300 hectares, the deepest point is almost 30 meters below the surface. The cave is located in Kim Giao forest, which belongs to Cat Ba National Park.
- At 17:00, you will stop at Tra Bau Area where you can enjoy swimming
In the evening
- At 19:30, a lovely dinner will be served in the cherish restaurant of Orchid Cruise
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Today useful note(s): Sun cream, sun glasses, swimming suits and wide brim hats are suggested
Parameter: Hanoi – Lan Ha Bay: 150km/Driving: 2.5 hours
Overnight on the cruise
Day 2
Day Lan Ha Bay – Viet Hai Village/A Floating Day
In the morning
- At 06:00, it is optional you can sleep in and keep enjoy the peace of the bay on your bed or wake up early to join the Tai Chi session
- At 07:00, you will have breakfast in the dining room
- Once you finish your breakfast, you will pack your stuff enough for a day trip exploring the bay and one fishing island.
- At 09:15, you will be transferred to a day trip boat to visit an untouched area of the bay where the big cruises cannot reach. Once the boat anchor, you will get on Viet Hai Fishing Village on Cat Ba Island and explore the local life as well as the diversified biology here by cycling and trekking
In the afternoon
- At 12:00, you will have lunch on the same day trip boat
- After gaining energy from lunch, the cruise will take you go further into Lan Ha Bay, you can take your free time for photos, resting or sunbathing. Then you will return to Orchid cruise to join new friend in sunset party and cooking class before dinner
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Overnight on the cruise
Day 3
Lan Ha Bay – Hanoi/ Nature Exploration
In the morning
- At 06:00, if you would like to do some exercise to begin your new day, let rise early and practice Tai Chi on the top deck as the sunrise greets us from behind the mountains.
- At 07:00, breakfast will be served in the dining room at the middle of fresh and peaceful bay.
- After breakfast, you will explore Ao Ech by kayaking. Then you will return to the cruise to prepare for check – out and a farewell lunch with the crew
In the afternoon
- After lunch you will disembark the cruise and say goodbye to the cruise members to get back to the car and head to Hanoi
- Around 15:00, you will arrive at hotel in Hanoi for a free leisure night
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/__
Today useful note(s): Sun cream, sun glasses, swimming suits and wide brim hats are suggested
Parameter: Lan Ha Bay – Hanoi: 150km/Driving: 2.5 hours
| INCLUSION | EXCLUSION |
| Cabin with Ocean view | Meals, Beverages which are not specified in the program |
| English speaking guide on cruise | Any unclarified flight tickets |
| Welcome drink and complimentary water on the bus and in your cabin | Personal travel insurance |
| All meals as listed in the program | Any personal expenses |
| Shuttle bus Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (Pick-up and drop-off points must be in the old quarter) but private car is upon your request | Any gratuities and tips to driver or tour guide ($3-5/person/day for both guide and driver) |
| All entrance fee and sightseeing tickets as listed | Bank fee |
| Any surcharge for holiday |
