Orchid Cruise is Pioneer Luxury Cruise Line in Viet Nam has always been committed to the mission of bringing customers the best experiences on the cruise to discover the wonderful gateway to the Northeast of Vietnam. Our tour offers visitors a unique experience with a carefully researched itinerary, dedicated service, a space decorated with a local style, friendly service team, professional English-speaking tour guides, famous chefs, along with a team of experienced managers and staff always ready to serve 24/7, always committed to bringing you a complete and memorable vacation.
General Information
| Price from | 8.550.000 |
| Depature from | Tuan Chau Harbor |
| Departure date | Everyday |
| Time | 3 days 2 nights |
| Accomodation | 2 nights on 5 star Orchid |
| Transport | Orchid Cruise |
| Destinations |
Dark and Bright Caves, Tra Bau, Lan Ha Bay, Trung Trang Cave |
| Activities | Kayaking, swimming, sunset party, cooking class (make spring rolls), spa, Taiichi session, squid fishing, playing chess |
| Tour guides | English, Vietnamese |
Highlights
Summary
| Day | Destination | Meals |
| 1 | Tuan Chau Harbour - Dark and Bright Caves - Tra Bau, Lan Ha Bay | -L/D |
| 2 | Viet Hai Village - Ba Men Temple | |
| 3 | Lan Ha Bay - Trung Trang Cave - Tuan Chau Harbor | B/L- |
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: HA LONG BAY - LAN HA BAY (LUNCH & DINNER)
• 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.
• 07:15 - 07:30 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.
• 10:00 – 10:30 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.
1. Orchid Classic Cruise
| Cabins | Price (VND/PAX) | |
| Twin | Single Room Supplement | |
| Suite Balcony | 9.625.000 | 16.100.000 |
| Premium Suite Balcony | 10.813.000 | 18.475.000 |
| Orchid Exclusive Suite | 13.900.000 | 24.625.000 |
| Family Suite Balcony 3 pax | 11.867.000 | |
| Family Suite Balcony 4 pax | 9.663.000 | |
| Family Premium Suite Balcony 3 pax | 13.442.000 | |
| Family Premium Suite Balcony 4 pax | 10.850.000 | |
2. Orchid Trendy Cruise
| Cabins | Price (VND/PAX) | |
| Twin | Single Room Supplement | |
| Deluxe Balcony | 8.550.000 | 14.375.000 |
| Premium Deluxe Balcony | 9.675.000 | 16.625.000 |
| Exclusive Suite | 12.600.000 | 22.475.000 |
| Family Deluxe Balcony for 3 pax | 10.559.000 | |
| Family Deluxe Balcony for 4 pax | 8.569.000 | |
| Family Premium Deluxe Balcony for 3 pax |
11.759.000 | |
| Family Premium Deluxe Balcony for 4 pax |
9.694.000 | |
Note: For Orchid Premium, 3D2N program only applies to Full ship charter
If you want to pick up or drop off at locations outside Cat Ba, a surcharge will be applied according to the table below
| Route | Surcharge VĐN/PAX/One way) | Time | Vehicle type |
| Ha Noi ➡︎ Ha Long | 270.000 | 7:00, 8:00, 9:00 | Limosine |
| Ninh Binh ➡︎ Ha Long | 350.000 | 7:30 | Limosine |
| Ha Long ➡︎ Ha Noi | 270.000 | 12:00, 13:00, 15:00 | Limosine |
| Ha Long ➡︎ Ninh Binh | 350.000 | 12:00, 18:00 | Limosine |
Pick-up and drop-off points in the regions:
Note: During Lunar New Year (January 28, January 30): A surcharge of 40,000 VND per person per trip applies.
- Taxes and service charges
- Entrance tickets
- Welcome drink
- English speaking tour guide on board
- Luxurious amenities on board
- Comfortable bedrooms and two-way air conditioning
- Meals on board
- Kayaking service, cave visit.
- Free wifi (internet connection has limited coverage and is unstable due to the travel
and surrounding mountains)
- Cooking class, swimming (weather permitting)
- Tai Chi early in the morning on board
- Squid fishing and watching movies in the evening
- Insurance on board
- For Orchid Premium Cruises: in addition to the above services, there are also free drinks in the minibar including: 02 cans of coca cola, 02 cans of sprite.
- Flights, transfers and hotels
- Visa application
- Massage services
- Drinks
- Tips and personal expenses
- Other services not mentioned in the room rate included.
- Surcharge for 2025 ticket price increase (if any)
1. Overview
2. Cabins
2.1. Deluxe Cabins
2.2. Family Deluxe
2.3. Premium Deluxe
2.4. Family Premium Deluxe
2.5. Exclusive Suite
3. Sundeck
4. Restaurant
5. Activities
1. Overview
2. Cabins
2.1. Suite Canbin
2.2. Premium Cabin
2.3. Exclusive Cabin
3. Sundeck
4. Restaurant
5. Activities
1. Overview
2. Cabins
2.1. Terrace Suite
2.2. Premium Terrace
2.3. Premium Exclusive
3. Sundeck
4. Restaurant
5. Activities
- Children under 5 years old sharing the bed with parents stay free of charge throughout the stay.
- Children from 5 to 10 years old: 75% of the adult price.
- Children from 10 years old: 100% of the adult price.
- The second child sleeps in the same room: 1-3 years old: 50%, 4-10 years old: 100%
Note: Not applicable Children policy for type room: Family Suite Balcony; Family Premium Suite Balcony; Family Deluxe Balcony and Family Premium Deluxe Balcony
1. In case of cancellation by Daiichi Travel
If Daiichi Travel is unable to operate the tour, Daiichi Travel must inform customers immediately and refund the entire amount paid by customers within 3 days from the date of notification of tour cancellation in cash or via bank transfer.
2. In case of cancellation by customers
- Cancellation 15 days or more before the departure date: Free
- Cancellation from 14 to 10 days before departure date: 50% cancellation fee.
- Cancellation from 09 to 04 days before departure date: 70% cancellation fee.
- Cancellation within 03 days before departure date: 100% cancellation fee.
Note:
- Cancellation of the tour due to force majeure such as natural disasters, epidemics, delays and cancellations of public transport,... Daiichi Travel will not be responsible for additional compensation beyond the refund of the tour price.
- The above cancellation penalty is the maximum, and this cost may be reduced depending on the conditions of each service provider for Daiichi Travel.
- Cancellation of the tour is calculated for working days, not counting Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
- Guests who do not show up at the meeting point or cancel the tour will not receive a refund.
✔︎ Experience a premium journey on Halong Bay.
✔︎ Admire the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay.
✔︎ Kayaking, swimming, and exploring the bay.
✔︎ Learn to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes.
✔︎ Night squid fishing and playing chess or cards with friends and family.
✔︎ Savor authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
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