Enjoy a special offer including a complimentary cocktail per guest and a local fresh fruit basket when you book a stay on Orchid Cruises and Nostalgia Cruise.
Conditions:
- Applied for Exclusive Suite on Orchid Trendy or Orchid Classic and King Suite on Nostalgia Cruise ONLY
Apply: from March 13, 2025 to December 31, 2025
The best way to learn about a culture is through its culture. Join us for a cooking class onboard with our chef. You will learn how to prepare the delectable traditional Vietnamese dishes and explore more Vietnamese culinary culture.
Conditions:
- Applied for all booking.
Apply: from March 13, 2025 to September 30, 2025
| Day | Transfer | Destinations | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Hanoi → Tuan Chau Marina → Lan Ha bay → Dark and Bright Cave | Hotel pick up, transfer to Tuan Chau Marina, check-in Orchid Classic cruise, savor lunch onboard, ... | |
| Day 2 | Halong Bay → Trung Trang cave → Tuan Chau Marina → Hanoi | Tai chi Session on the sundeck, have light breakfast, kayak in Ao Ech Area, check-out Orchid Trendy ... |
08:00 - 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. (The service is not included)
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 OR 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.
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.
14:30 – 15:00 Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip. (The service is not included)
| Day | Transfer | Destinations | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Hanoi → Tuan Chau Marina → Lan Ha bay → Dark and Bright Cave | Hotel pick up, transfer to Tuan Chau Marina, check-in Orchid Trendy cruise, savor lunch onboard, ... | |
| Day 2 | Lan Ha bay → Viet Hai village | Start a fresh new day with Tai Chi class, transferred to Viet Hai village for cycling, have a ... | |
| Day 3 | Lan Ha bay → Trung Trang cave → Tuan Chau Marina → Hanoi | Take part in Tai Chi class in the morning, discover Trung Trang Cave, get back to the cruise to ... |
08:00 - 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. (The service is not included)
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 or 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.
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
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.
7:15 – 7:30 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. 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.
14:30 – 15:00 Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip. (The service is not included)
Being one of the best luxury 5-star cruises as well as the first cruise company to set up a newly overnight cruise itinerary throughout Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay, Orchid Cruise leads passengers to explore the pristine beauty of the Heritage Site which is less touristic and more wildly untouched. With only 14 spacious cabins, Orchid Cruise offers a really comfortable private space with an upgraded level of premium cruising services that make your discovery full of exceptional experiences.
Covering a large space of 500 square meters, Sundeck is the ultimate venue for passengers to soak in the untouched beauty of Lan Ha Bay and feel the sea breath at any time. Whether on the night or day, Orchid Cruise sundeck is at your disposal with many sun lounges and seating areas shaded by parasols. Just spend time relaxing and sunbathing under the warm sun or enjoy a book and drink. The morning Tai Chi classes are also held there.
Located on the second floor, Orchid Cruise restaurant and bar are designed in a very trendy style that ensures the comfort and relaxation of guests at any time. The restaurant is equipped with cozy lights and the full length of glass windows, through which guests can enjoy the great view of Lan Ha Bay while savoring the incredible dishes crafted from fresh local ingredients in both Vietnamese and Western ways.
Orchid Cruises are guaranteed for the best safety level based on the higher level of the local authority on board and the most safety cruises line ever to the passengers. All vessels in the fleet are supplied with the best modern safety equipment such as radars, sonars, fire detection, etc. Modern alarm devices are provided in each cabin that are linked to a central monitoring system. There are also smoke sensors, fire extinguishers, life jackets, hydrants, and clear emergency instructions.
We used Inside Travel to book our HaLong Bay Cruise with Orchid Cruises. Rosie was professional, efficient and helped us plan a wonderful cruise, along with transportation to and from the cruise. Would highly recommend Inside Travel and Rosie!
This was my second booking with Inside travel for halong bay cruise. The orchid classic was splendid as always and the staff wonderful as always. Special mention to Jessie who made all my bookings and was so prompt and professional. Infact the hospitality left me in awe. Wish you guys lots of success!
Official public rates currently start from US$41++ per guest for the 7-hour day cruise and US$29++ per guest for the 3.5-hour dinner cruise.
Rates, surcharges and availability may change by departure date. Vietpower Travel will reconfirm the final quotation before payment.
Kayaking or a bamboo-boat ride at Luon Cave is optional and currently carries an operator surcharge of 100,000 VND per guest.
This activity is not included in the standard day-cruise rate and remains subject to weather and operating conditions.
Best for travelers with one free day who want both Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. We confirm the operating route, departure status and weather-dependent stops before you commit.
Your written confirmation states the Hanoi pick-up zone and time, round-trip transfer arrangement, meeting instructions and expected return. No guessing on the morning of travel.
Receive one written quote confirming the sailing date, total price, included meals, entrance fees and any optional Hanoi transfer or paid activity before you place a deposit.
We verify the operator’s current seven-hour program and clearly separate included meals, entrance fees and pool access from optional transfer, drinks, kayak or bamboo boat and spa services.
Choose the lower-deck Deluxe cabin or upper-deck Executive Balcony cabin. Vietpower confirms the exact category, bedding, floor and balcony status in writing before you pay.
For the official 1 May–30 September 2026 summer period, the published starting guide is USD 99 per guest for Deluxe and USD 109 for Executive Balcony on shared occupancy. Your dated quote confirms live availability, total cost, inclusions, transfer and any surcharge before payment.
Choose Noble, Imperial or Grand Royal. Vietpower confirms the suite category, room size, bed setup, deck, bay-view window and occupancy in writing before you pay, so the booked product is clear.
The 2-day program covers the essential Halong Bay highlights, while 3D2N adds more time for caves, islands and a day-boat excursion. Vietpower checks the operator’s current order of visits for your date because weather, tides and port instructions may change the schedule.
From ~USD 120 per person, twin-share for an entry cabin on a 2-day/1-night program.
This is an indicative reference based on public 2026 rates, not a guaranteed selling rate. Final price depends on cabin type, travel date and availability and is confirmed on request.
Chat with us on WhatsApp +84 936 336 389 for an exact quote.
Amanda Halong Cruise operates with 25 ocean-view cabins. Selected categories support triple occupancy or connecting arrangements for families and small groups.
Cabin layout, bed configuration and availability are confirmed for your travel date.
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