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3-Day Halong Bay Cruise on Orchid Classic

Vietnam
Cruise Tour
Halong bay
3 days
Classic

Overview

Enjoy a 3-day / 2-night cruise aboard the Orchid Classic, a high-end Indochine-style vessel sailing between Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay.

With its spacious balcony suites, jacuzzi on deck, and a wide range of activities — kayaking, Tai Chi, cycling, squid fishing, and cooking classes — this journey offers the perfect blend of comfort, cultural immersion, and discovery of UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Practical Information

Duration
3 days
Start/End
Hanoi or Tam Coc / Hanoi or Tam Coc
Tour guide language
English
Visited region
Halong bay
Best time
April and May / October, November, December
Ideal for
Everyone
Difficulty
Non
Accommodation
Cabine

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Itinerary

Day 1
Hanoi - Halong - Halong bay (L, D)

08:00 – 08:30 – Optional transfer from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

11:00 – 11:30 – Arrival at Tuan Chau Marina, check-in and welcome drink at the lounge.

11:45 – 12:00 – Boarding the Orchid via speedboat.

12:45 – 13:00Lunch served while cruising towards Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay.

15:00 – 15:30Kayaking in the Ao Ech area, a peaceful spot surrounded by nature.

17:00 – 17:30 – Anchoring overnight in Tra Bau Bay.

18:00Vietnamese cooking demonstration, Happy Hour at the bar, and sunset viewing.

19:15Gourmet dinner in an elegant setting.

21:00Squid fishing, board games, or drinks at the bar and on deck.

23:00 – Overnight on board.

Day 2
Halong bay - Cat Ba island - Halong bay (B, L, D)

06h00 – 06h30
Commencez la journée par une paisible séance de Tai Chi sur le pont supérieur, entouré du calme matinal de la baie.

06h45 – 07h00
Prenez le petit-déjeuner au restaurant pendant que la croisière poursuit sa navigation.

07h45 – 08h00
Embarquez sur un bateau annexe pour visiter le village de Viet Hai sur l’île de Cat Ba. Partez à vélo le long d’un chemin pittoresque traversant la forêt tropicale et un tunnel rocheux, avec des rizières de part et d’autre.
Visitez une maison traditionnelle construite en paille, boue et bambou, et observez la vie quotidienne dans ce village reculé. (Voiturette électrique disponible avec supplément).
Retour au bateau annexe et déjeuner à bord.

13h30 – 14h00
Explorez la zone de Ba Men, idéale pour une session de kayak ou simplement pour vous détendre sur une plage paisible entourée de falaises de calcaire.

16h00 – 16h30
Retour sur l’Orchid Cruises. Participez à un cours de cuisine, profitez d’une baignade dans une zone isolée, ou détendez-vous autour d’un Happy Hour au bar tout en admirant le coucher du soleil sur le golfe du Tonkin.

19h00 – 19h30
Dîner servi à bord — un menu fusion dans un cadre raffiné et intime.

21h00 – 21h30
Soirée libre : détendez-vous sur le pont supérieur avec un verre, essayez la pêche au calamar, ou regardez un film au restaurant.

23h00
Fin de la deuxième journée.

Option : service de massage disponible (à demander directement au directeur de croisière).

Day 3
Halong bay - Halong - Hanoi/Tam Coc (B, L)

05:30 – 06:00 – Early wake-up to admire the sunrise over the bay (optional).

06:30Tai Chi session on the sundeck to start the day in harmony.

06:45 – 07:00Light breakfast served on board.

07:15 – 07:30Excursion by bus to Trung Trang Cave, located in Cat Ba National Park. This 300-meter-long cave impresses with its spectacular rock formations and mysterious atmosphere.

09:45 – 10:00 – Return on board and check out of the cabins.

10:00 – 10:30Brunch served in the restaurant.

11:00 – 11:45Disembarkation at Tuan Chau Marina.

14:30 – 15:00 – Arrival back in Hanoi. End of the journey.

FAQ

Yes, en English-speaking tour guide is onboard.

Everything is included except:

  • Drinks (other than bottled or carafe water in your cabin)
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for the crew

Yes, tipping is customary in Vietnam and depends on your level of satisfaction.

If you have a private guide, the expected tip is usually higher.

Not at all. Today, all cruise operators adapt to guests’ dietary preferences.

Just let us know in advance.

By default, transport is shared.

If you choose a cruise in Lan Ha Bay, you will take a Daiichi bus to Beo Pier, then a ferry or speedboat to Cat Ba Island.

For Halong Bay or Bai Tu Long Bay cruises, transportation is provided by the cruise company’s bus.

If you prefer, you can book a private car (7 or 16 seats).

Yes, it’s possible to go to Tam Coc (Ninh Binh) after a cruise in Lan Ha Bay, Halong Bay, or Bai Tu Long Bay.

This is usually arranged with Daiichi transport.

Note: from Cat Ba Island, the journey is quite long – allow more than 5 hours by road.

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