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Orchid Classic Cruise

Tuan Chau port

Cooking Class Kayaking Squid Fishing Tai Chi Exercises

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US$ 266US$ 222 / per person

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Child Age	Cruise Fares
0-3 Years old	Free
4-11 Years old	75% Adult fares
12 Years old and up	Full Adult fares

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Room Types	Max	Rates (per room)
Orchid Exclusive Suite Room with balcony Size: 45 sqm Max Adults: 2 Bed options: Double Bed,2 Beds Extra beds available: Rollaway Bed,Crib More Info	+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to 11 years of age)	Choose dates to show prices
Orchid Suite with Balcony Room with balcony Size: 36 sqm Max Adults: 2 Bed options: Double Bed,2 Beds Extra beds available: No More Info	+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to 11 years of age)	Choose dates to show prices
Family Suite with balcony Room with balcony Size: 72 sqm Max Adults: 4 Bed options: Double Bed,2 Beds Extra beds available: No More Info	+ Max adults: 4 Max children: 2 (up to 11 years of age)	Choose dates to show prices
Premium Suite with Balcony Room with balcony Size: 36 sqm Max Adults: 2 Bed options: Double Bed,2 Beds Extra beds available: No More Info	+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to 11 years of age)	Choose dates to show prices
Family Premium Suite with balcony Room with balcony Size: 36 sqm Max Adults: 4 Bed options: Double Bed,2 Beds Extra beds available: No More Info	+ Max adults: 4 Max children: 2 (up to 11 years of age)	Choose dates to show prices
Orchid Exclusive Suite Room with balcony Size: 45 sqm Max Adults: 2 Bed options: Extra beds available: No More Info	+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to 11 years of age)	Choose dates to show prices

Orchid Exclusive Suite

Room with balcony

Size: 45 sqm
Max Adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed,2 Beds

Extra beds available:

Rollaway Bed,Crib

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Orchid Suite with Balcony

Room with balcony

Size: 36 sqm
Max Adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed,2 Beds

Extra beds available:

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Family Suite with balcony

Room with balcony

Size: 72 sqm
Max Adults: 4
Bed options: Double Bed,2 Beds

Extra beds available:

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Premium Suite with Balcony

Room with balcony

Size: 36 sqm
Max Adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed,2 Beds

Extra beds available:

More Info

Family Premium Suite with balcony

Room with balcony

Size: 36 sqm
Max Adults: 4
Bed options: Double Bed,2 Beds

Extra beds available:

More Info

Orchid Exclusive Suite

Room with balcony

Size: 45 sqm
Max Adults: 2
Bed options:

Extra beds available:

More Info

About Orchid Classic Cruise

Launched in November 2016, Orchid Cruise employs state of the art design with a second-to-none cruise routing. Going beyond the ordinary itinerary, Orchid will take you through the best and most hidden part of Halong Bay: it starts from Dinh Vu port near Cat Ba island and cruises around Bai Tu Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay.

With only 14 luxurious cabins on board with lowest size from 36 sqm, the cruise will promise the best trip you can take in Halong Bay. All cabins in Orchid Cruise provide full ocean view and private balcony to let you enjoy the magnificent seascape of Halong Bay. There are 5 choices of room types, namely, Suite with Balcony, Family Suite with Balcony, Premium Suite with Balcony, Family Premium Suite with Balcony, and Orchid Exclusive Suite - each with its own advantage and fitted for a specific group of travelers. All cabins in Orchid Cruise are fully equipped with advanced amenities to ensure the maximum comfort and satisfaction of customers.

Besides luxury private cabin, public amenities on Orchid Cruise are also unparalleled: beauty spa services, theme party on request, pick up services by Limousine car, luxury bar and restaurant, gym room, and so forth. A great deal of thrilling activities like kayaking, sunbathing, squid fishing, discovering amazing grotto and island, cooking lesson, etc. are awaiting you on Orchid trip.

itinerary

8:30: 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.

11:30: Arriving at Lot 32 - Tuan Chau Marina – have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge. You can take special tea at lounge by warm welcome.

12:15: Transfer to Orchid Cruise by a tender boat. Welcome aboard, we'll have some welcomedrinks and gather at the restaurant for a cruise briefing and some safety instructions.

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.

14:15: 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.

17:00: Orchid Cruises enters a less populated area at Tra Bau – Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy a nice swim in the green, emerald water.

18:00: 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.

19:00: Savor a fusion dinner made with the freshest ingredients in a sophisticated space with elegant French neoclassical style and traditional oriental touches.

21:00: 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. Over night on board.

6:30: 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.

7:00: We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise.

7:45: Kayaking activities in the Ao Ech area are held to discover the hidden charm of Ha Long - Lan Ha Bay.

9:30: Orchid Cruises welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out.

10:00: Enjoy a delightful brunch at our restaurant while cruising back.

11:30: Disembark Orchid Cruises at Tuan Chau Marina, say best wishes, and end your cruise with us.

14:30: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.

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• 08:30 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.

• 11:30 Arriving at Lot 32 - Tuan Chau Marina – have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge. You can take special tea at lounge by warm welcome.

• 12:15 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.

• 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

• 14:15 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.

• 17:00 Orchid Cruises enters a less populated area at Tra Bau – Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy a nice swim in the green, emerald water.

• 18:00 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 Savor a fusion dinner made with the freshest ingredients in a sophisticated space with elegant French neoclassical style and traditional oriental touches.

• 21:00 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. Over night on board.

• 23:00 Overnight on board.

• 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.

• 07:00 We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise.

• 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 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.

• 14:00 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.

• 17:00 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.

• 19:30 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 .

• 21:30 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

• 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.

• 07:00 We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise.

• 07:45 Kayaking activities in the Ao Ech area are held to discover the hidden charm of Ha Long - Lan Ha Bay

• 09:30 Orchid Cruises welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out.

• 10:00 Enjoy a delightful brunch at our restaurant while cruising back.

• 11:30 Disembark Orchid Cruises at Tuan Chau Marina, say best wishes, and end your cruise with us.

• 14:30 Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip

Important Notes

PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay:
The cancellation decision is made by Management Board of Halong Bay on the day of the trip in case of bad weather conditions. In such case, we will make alternative travel arrangement for you on request or offer refund in accordance with the cruise policy (Read more about cancellation due to bad weather).

Cruise Inclusions & Options

More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates
From 6 to 3 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates.
Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
No-Show: 100% of total rates.
Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.

Check in on board: 12:10pm
Check out: 11:35am
Return Hanoi: 2:30pm
The FOC rate for children under 5 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 5 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
Children from 5-11 will pay extra charge 75% of adult rate.
Children 12 and above must pay full fare as adult.
Peak season surcharge: Surcharge $50/adult and $40/child for Gala dinner applies if guests stay on board on December 24th and/or December 31st 2018 or February 4th 2019
Shuttle bus: $40/ adult and $30/ child round trip. Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House
On the second day you will travel on day boat and do not have access to mother boat and your cabin until later in the afternoon.

Taxes & Service Charges
Welcome Cocktail
Cruise Itinerary and Program
Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C
Luxury en-suite Bathroom
Meals on board during cruise program
International Breakfast Buffet
Tai Chi Session
Cooking Class
Insurance

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Orchid Classic Cruise

Orchid Classic Cruise

US$ 266US$ 222 / per person

Availability

Child Policy

Orchid Exclusive Suite

Extra beds available:

Orchid Suite with Balcony

Extra beds available:

Family Suite with balcony

Extra beds available:

Premium Suite with Balcony

Extra beds available:

Family Premium Suite with balcony

Extra beds available:

Orchid Exclusive Suite

Extra beds available:

Orchid Exclusive Suite

Extra beds available:

Orchid Suite with Balcony

Extra beds available:

Family Suite with balcony

Extra beds available:

Premium Suite with Balcony

Extra beds available:

Family Premium Suite with balcony

Extra beds available:

Orchid Exclusive Suite

Extra beds available:

About Orchid Classic Cruise

itinerary

Day 1:Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina - Lan Ha bay - Trung Trang cave - Hanoi

Day 2:Halong Bay - Ao Ech - Tuan Chau Marina - Hanoi

Day 1:Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina - Lan Ha bay - Trung Trang cave

Day 2:Lan Ha bay - Viet Hai village - Ba Trai Dao islets

Day 3:Lan Ha bay - Ao Ech - Hanoi

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