Orchid Premium Cruise is a true gem of Halong Bay, celebrated for its stunning design, exceptional service, and luxurious accommodations. With just five exclusive suites, it provides an intimate and unparalleled travel experience, standing out from the crowd of other cruises. During this unforgettable journey, guests can discover the secrets of hidden caves deep within Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, while immersing themselves in the rich local culture and way of life of the nearby fishing villages.
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Highlights
Explore Trung Trang Cave, which boasts a mysterious beauty shaped by millions of years of geological formation and numerous historical relics.
Enjoy swimming in the emerald-green waters of the Tra Bau area.
Join a kayaking adventure at Frog Lake to discover the hidden beauty of Lan Ha Bay.
Vietnam Story’s current description places this cruise in Lan Ha Bay, mentioning Lan Ha Bay. These details help compare route styles but do not establish a guaranteed excursion on your travel date. Start with our guide to Lan Ha Bay. Cave, village and beach excursions can differ between vessel programmes.
Trung Trang is a land cave excursion on Cat Ba; clarify the vehicle and walking arrangements. When choosing a cabin, ask about double versus twin bedding, the deck level, stairs, a child’s sleeping arrangement and any special food preparation. The family and senior cabin checklist can help separate practical needs from promotional descriptions.
Inclusions to resolve in writing
Hanoi transfer: The Exclusions list shows Hanoi transport separately. Confirm the vehicle, fee, pickup area and timing before booking.
Activities and meals: confirm any kayaking, cooking, beach visits, meal count and Indian vegetarian or Jain requirements for your exact sailing.
Booking terms: request the permitted itinerary, cabin category, extra charges, Tet/holiday supplement and weather or cancellation rules.
Ask for a tailored Vietnam Story quote: Tell our Vietnam-based team your travel dates, India departure airport, cabin count, ages and meal requirements. We can compare available bay cruise options and provide the agreed inclusions before payment.
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Sunshine03762139442
October 28, 2026
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One of our best experiences ever!
What a trip to Vietnam?! One of our most beautiful holidays. Special thanks to Ivy for the way she organised our tour. So flawless & amazing! Can’t wait to do this again!
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SLMunnings
October 28, 2026
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Aussies in Vietnam
this is our 5th TAD adventure. When booking you know where you are going but from experience we know it’s the Tour Leader that will make or break the trip. Tom greeted us and started with setting up a What’s App, a great idea, it is more than just helpful, it brings the team together, sharing & caring. it didn’t take long for everyone to jump onboard adding info, asking questions and adding /sharing photos. Tom sorted our rooms, handed out our keys, had Water everyday, paid ahead for entry to excursion destinations, organised for laundry etc which certainly ment less headaches for everyone ( upgrade) Organising the bus to save walking or taxi/uber ride (upgrade) With Tom’s wide smile, warm personality & good English we knew we were in good hands, always happy to help out and deal with our issues (they happen) As a tour leader we rate him AAA. If every tour guide followed his lead they would be a winner for their company & everyone taking their tour Thank you Tom for making our trip so enjoyable and stress free Sharon & Matt 🙏🫶
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T V
October 26, 2026
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Great experience
5 Stars – Excellent Tours and Wonderful Guides! We had an absolutely fantastic experience during our recent visit to Hanoi, Vietnam! We booked two private tours, and both exceeded our expectations. A very special thank you to our wonderful tour guides, Hung and Cathy, who made our time in Vietnam truly memorable. Both were incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and passionate about sharing the history, culture, and beauty of their country. Everything was exceptionally well organized, and the attention to detail throughout both tours was outstanding. Our guides went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable, enjoying themselves, and getting the most out of each experience. We especially appreciated their warm hospitality, flexibility, and willingness to answer all our questions. Their enthusiasm and personal touches made the tours even more enjoyable. Vietnam is a beautiful country with amazing people, and Hung and Cathy were wonderful ambassadors for it. We cannot thank the entire team enough for making our visit so special. We highly recommend their services to anyone visiting Vietnam and would absolutely book with them again! Thank you, Hung and Cathy, for the wonderful memories and exceptional hospitality!
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Prasanna T
October 23, 2026
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Excellent support
Excellent customer service and co ordination. Prompt and proactive support by Ms Ivy who made the experience more enjoyable.
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FarAway10075616666
October 23, 2026
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Nina is the best customised tour planner
Absolute fun and wonderful planning as per our liking. Not too tight schedule, relaxed, yet covered important places. Had good stay. Good time at beach, had fun parties, the cruise was wonderful. Nina helped us plan everything perfectly. Thanks nina.
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Paul H
October 23, 2026
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Lical expeeience in Hoi An
On a Trip A Deal tour, our local tour guide in Hoi An Dung was from this company and she wad amazing. Always going the extra mile to make our trip perfect.
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Karen A
October 23, 2026
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Ninh Binh day trip
Fabulous day trip to Ninh Binh with guide Hai Nguyen. Incredible experience for my first trip to Vietnam….. wonderful climb and then traditional row boats trip. Very informative and brilliant way to get to know a bit more about the country.
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Nazar N
October 22, 2026
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A Wonderful and Memorable Vietnam Trip! 🇻🇳 Thanks to Nina
We had a wonderful time exploring Vietnam, and the entire trip was smooth and well organised. Staying in Hanoi’s Old Quarter was a great experience, and we really enjoyed exploring the beautiful landscapes of Ninh Binh and taking the boat ride through Trang An. The highlight of our trip was the overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay. The stunning scenery, peaceful overnight stay, and morning kayaking made it a truly memorable experience. The limousine transfers were also comfortable and hassle-free throughout the trip. A special thanks to Nina for helping customise our itinerary and patiently answering all my questions from day one. Her support and guidance made the planning process much easier and gave us confidence before the trip. Overall, everything went smoothly, and we returned home with lots of beautiful memories. Thanks to Nina and the entire team for making our Vietnam trip such a wonderful experience. Highly recommended. 😊❤️
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Krishna Sowjany... G
October 22, 2026
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An Excellent Guide – Thank You, Hai Nguyen!
An Excellent Guide – Thank You, Hai Nguyen! Hai Nguyen made our Vietnam trip truly memorable! He was punctual, friendly, patient, and incredibly helpful throughout our time with him. He explained everything so well that we could appreciate not just the places we visited, but also the culture and stories behind them. What touched me most was his willingness to go the extra mile. At Mua Cave, he patiently helped me climb the steps and encouraged me along the way. He also helped us take lovely photographs, assisted us with shopping, and took us to a place selling beautiful bamboo products. His suggestions to visit the night market and take an evening walk around the lake added some wonderful experiences to our trip that we might otherwise have missed. Hai was always considerate, and attentive to our needs. His warmth and genuine helpfulness made us feel comfortable and well looked after. It is these little gestures and personal touches that make a trip memorable, and Hai certainly made a difference to ours. Thank you, Hai, for your kindness, patience, and for helping us create such lovely memories in Vietnam. We are so glad we had you as our guide and would wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone visiting Vietnam. You made our trip extra special!
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nishant v
October 21, 2026
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Title: A lovely Vietnam trip with great support from Nina and Ivy
We had a wonderful time in Vietnam and came home with so many lovely memories. A big thank you to Nina for arranging our trip and to Ivy for helping us throughout the tour. Having the hotels and transfers organised made travelling between destinations much easier. When our flight timing changed, we appreciated having someone to contact and help us work through the arrangements. We really enjoyed exploring Vietnam together, and we’re grateful to everyone who helped make the trip a success. Thank you, Nina and Ivy, for looking after us. We would happily recommend your team to friends and family planning a visit to Vietnam!
08:00 – 08:30: You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi.
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 feeder 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 Halong 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 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.
17:30: 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, we also have chess and cards for you. Over night on board.
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 coHalong-Bay-Hanoi
ntinuing the cruise.
07:45: Kayaking activities in the Ao Ech area are 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 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.
Price table list
Services
Price Net/ Person
Cruise cost only
Sharing cabin
Single cabin
Terrace suite
416 USD
(36,277 INR)
704 USD
(61,367 INR)
Premium terrace suite
446 USD
(38,890 INR)
764 USD
(66,595 INR)
Orchid Premium exclusive suite
627 USD
(54,613 INR)
1,032 USD
(89,908 INR)
Limousine bus 2 ways Hanoi – Ha long- Hanoi
25 USD
(2,178 INR)
Children Policy
Under 5 years old:
Children under 5 years old sharing the full price cabin with adults: Free of charge (Limited to 1 child/1 cabin)
From 2nd children: charged 50% adult (without extra bed)
From 5 to 10 years old:
01 Child stays in the double/twin cabin with 2 adults: charged 75% adult.
From 11 years old:
Children from 11 years old will be charged as adults
Two children below 11 years stay in a private cabin are charged at 100% of the full cabin rate.
Cancellation policy for Tours
30% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled 5 days before departure
50% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled between 48 hours – 72 hours before departure
75% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled between 24 hours – 48 hours before departure
100% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled less than 24 hours before departure or no show
Interactive tour route
Route Map
Follow the tour route from Hanoi to Hanoi and explore each destination in journey order.
Start
Hanoi
End
Hanoi
Duration
2 days 1 night
Route map and ordered stops
The interactive route map enhances the ordered tour stops shown beside it. If the map is unavailable, the complete route remains readable in the list.
Kayaking, cooking demonstration, Tai chi session, swimming in the sea (if the weather permits), squid fishing.
English speaking tour guide and onboard service fee.
Welcoming drink, two bottles of water in cabin.
Onboard insurance, sightseeing fees and value added tax.
TAX
Travel Insurance by cruise
Personal expenses
Tipping for tour guide and driver
Others not mentioned nor specified above
Surcharge for holidays: 2 Sept, 24 Dec – Christmas, 31 Dec, Tet (Lunar New Year; applicable dates and any supplier surcharge to be confirmed in your written quote)
Transfers Hanoi – Ha long – Hanoi by shuttle limousine
We have a minimum age requirement of 18 years old to join the tour. Group members aged 16-17 years old are welcome to join the tour but only with a family member that will act as their guardian whilst on tour. Aside from that, no age requirements at all!
Our tour run everyday, but our main focus are private tours for small group like couple or family. To request a customized tour, please note it down in your special request, send us your detail requirement and we will work closely with you to tailor your unforgettable trips.
Incase you cannot find your tour guide/airport representative, please stay calm, stay where you are and contact the tour guide that we provided or contact us to tell your address, we will contact our tour guide/ representative to looking for you as soon as possible.
Pease note that most of Halong bay trips are group tours, that means you will share the limousine transport with other guests to save your money but still feel comfortable. If you would like to get the private transfer, please contact us at anytime to get the deal.