Explore one of the hidden charm of Lan Ha Bay. Nothing is more enjoyable than free kayaking on the vast sea, and exploring the natural beauty of many Islets. Moreover, you will also have a chance to join our Cooking class to challenge your skills in preparing a very famous Vietnamese dish - Spring roll.
08.30: Pick 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 Tuan Chau Marina, have check-in procedures at waiting lounge..
12:15: Transfer to Orchid cruise by a feedder boat. Welcome aboard, we'll have some welcome drinks and gather at the restaurant for a cruise briefing and some safety instructions.
13:00: Passenger 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: We progress to Dark and Bright Caves, the ideal place for you to get up and close to Ha Long Bay by bamboo boat or kayak
17:00: Orchid cruise 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 demontration, 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 Cruise Manager directly
19:15: Savor a deluxe 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 sundeck and in the restaurant welcome 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: End of Day One program
06:30: It is a perfect time to refresh and indulge yourself in a peaceful beauty of the bay with a tai chi session on sundeck. If you want to hunt for dawn, get up from 5:30 to 6:00 depending on the season, consult our sailors.
07:00: We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise
07:45: Kayaking activities at Ao Ech area is held to discover the hidden charm of Ha Long - Lan Ha Bay.
08:30: 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 cruise at Tuan Chau Marina, say best wishes, end your cruise with us.
14:30: Back to drop-off point in Hanoi, end of the cruise trip.
Maximum 1 child under 12 years old sharing cabin with 2 adults
Children under 3 years old: sharing bed and sharing meal with parents stay for FREE
Children from 3 to under 12 years old: sharing bed with parents will be charged 75%
Children from 12 years old: charged as adult