Sena Cruises
Facilities:
- Unique itinerary to Viet Hai Village
- Higher privacy and more personalized service
- Boarding from Tuan Chau Harbour with better facility
- Connecting cabins available
- Featuring Asian and Western delicacies
Rs. 15,471/pax
Rs. 18,549/pax
The only 2 Orchid Executive Suite Cabins which are located on the second floor of the ship is the highest cabin standard on the Orchid Cruise fleet. The cabin has a total size of 45 square meters, features a private bathroom with Jacuzzi, an in-cabin minibar, enormous windows looking over the ocean. In addition, a spacious private balcony with sun lounges and chairs are also superior features of the Executive Suite. After a day filled with activities, you can take a short rest on the king-size bed and enjoy the favorite channel with the HD LED TV, or just relax in the peacefulness of the cabin.
Situated on the first floor of the boat, 8 Suite Cabins with Balcony are well-furnished with en-suite bathrooms with bathtubs, giant windows opening toward the bay. In an area of 36 square meters, each cabin has its own private balcony with a table set for guests to enjoy the stunning beauty of Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay in comfort and relaxation. Besides, these cabins are equipped with full HD LED TVs and luxury facilities in Western style.
The Premium Suite Cabin has all the features, amenities, and same cabin size as the Suite Cabin but owns the advantage of being on the upper deck which means stunning views of the bays. 4 cabins with an average size of 36 square meters per each, a double or 2 twin beds which can accommodate 2 adults and 1 more on an extra bed will be sure to bring you an unforgettable time.
Located on the same floor with Suite Cabin with Balcony, owning the same features (large window, private balcony) and facilities, the 2 Family Suite Cabins with Balcony are 4 Suite Cabins connected to each other by an internal door. The total cabin size is 72 square meters offering 2 options of Twin & Double and Double & Double beds (extra beds are also available upon request). This type of suite is the best choice for a family or group of 4 (or 6) members.
Being one of the very first cruises to set sail in Lan Ha Bay, the southern part of Halong Bay, Orchid Cruise offers you a much more pleasant service with only a 2-hour transfer from Hanoi city through Hanoi - Haiphong Expressway instead of 4 hours on National Highway to the touristy Halong Bay.
Lan Ha Bay where the Orchid takes you to is very far from the tourist trap in the Halong Bay center, meaning a more secluded charm. The bay features approximately 400 limestone islands and islets, all of which are covered with trees and vegetation.
Orchid Classic Cruise brings the appeal of Lan Ha Bay and the elegance of orchids, one of the most popular flowers in the bay, into one graceful world. Right from the first moment of getting on board, you are immersed in the delightful scent of orchids, the scent of grace.
The elegance of the Orchid Cruise comes from its simple stylish design with the wooden furniture, fine monochrome pictures, and every detail on the boat. Orchid Classic Cruises are proud to offer big luxurious ships with only 14 exclusive suites, elegant bars, sophisticated restaurants, a well-furnished gym and spa, and spacious sundecks providing spectacular views of the bay, especially in sunrise and sunset.
Cruising with Orchid, guests will have a chance to explore one of the most stunning caves in Halong Bay, freely kayak in the vast ocean, and swim in the crystal blue waters. Taking a break in the Wonder of Nature, all life pressure will soon be left behind, giving space for the enjoyment of your journey through this amazing land.
Orchid Cruise provides its guests with a favorable and sophisticated restaurant with very pleasant facilities: air – conditioning, bar, refrigerator, flat screen led TV, landline phone. Not only a dining room for your meals onboard, but this is also a good place for getting a sea breeze, meeting new friends all around the world, MICE, conference, Karaoke.
Believe that massage and spa is one of the best ways to relax for both body and mind, Orchid Cruise offers its customers massage and spa services done by the magical hands of the professional therapists. All your headaches and stress will be relieved, your physical conditions will be well treated with customized facial and body massage therapies which are always available at your request.
09:10: Luxury minivan picks you up from any address in Hanoi Old Quarter.
11:30: Arrive at Got Ferry in Cat Hai Town, Haiphong City. Take your first welcome drink at Orchid's lounge.
12:15: Transfer to the Orchid Cruise on a tender.
12:30: Get onboard, first gather at the restaurant, enjoy a welcome drink while our cruise manager is giving a cruise briefing, safety instructions before checking in your cabin.
13:00: Have your first lunch at the restaurant while the boat is cruising into the bay, you will see Da Chong islet, home of a 100 year- old lighthouse built by the French go behind.
14:15: Visit Cat Ba island, bus transfer to Trung Trang cave, the largest cave on the island, which is located in the middle of Kim Giao forest, Cat Ba National Park. The cave covers an area of almost 300 hectares, the deepest point is about 30 meters below the surface.
17:00: Enjoy swimming in the pristine Tra Bau area.
17:45: Back to the Orchid Cruise for a sunset time on the sundeck, join our cooking class where you can learn to make some Vietnam dishes. It is also the time for the Happy Hour deal.
19:30: Savor a delicious perfectly prepared set menu dinner, a delightful meal in a cherished setting.
21:30: Time to relax after a full meal, rest your mind in the peaceful timeless landscape whilst enjoying some drinks. Socialize with our staff or fellow travelers, try night squid fishing. Overnight on board.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
6:15 Participate in the morning Tai Chi session on the sundeck before breakfast. 7:45 Explore Ao Ech area, a hidden charm of Lan Ha Bay by kayaking.
9:30 Back onboard, take a shower, short relaxation then check out of your cabin.
10:00 A delightful brunch is served in the dining room.
10:30 Learn how to enjoy Vietnamese tea at our Tea Ceremony. You can know more about Vietnamese culture after this ceremony.
11:35 The boat returns to the Ferry, time for you to disembark the boat and say goodbye to our crew.
14:00 Back to your hotel in Hanoi. Trip ends.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
9:10: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for a 2-hour journey to Got Ferry, Cat Hai, Haiphong where we reach at around 11:30.
12:15: After some time at our waiting lounge for the check-in procedure, you will transfer to the Orchid Cruise by a tender.
12:30: You will be warmly welcomed onboard with smiles. Stay a bit at the restaurant for a cruise briefing, safety instructions while enjoying a welcome drink and check in your cabin. The boat starts cruising.
13:00: Pass by a 100 year- old lighthouse built by the French which is located on Da Chong islet. A buffet lunch is served at the restaurant.
14:15: Get off the boat on Cat Ba island, transfer to a bus to go to Trung Trang cave, the largest cave on the island covering an area of around 300 hectares, the deepest point is almost 30 meters below the surface.
The cave is located in Kim Giao forest, which belongs to Cat Ba National Park.
17:00: Stop at Tra Bau area in Lan Ha Bay where you can enjoy the bright green cool water by swimming.
17:45: Back to the Orchid Cruise, it is time for admiring the sunset on the sundeck. Our cooking class is also taken place at this time. Take advantage of our Happy Hour deal to enjoy your favorite drinks.
19:30: A delicious well prepared set menu dinner is served in a cherished setting.
21:30: If the dinner cannot end your day, let relax, rest your mind in the peaceful scenery. Socialize with our staffs or new friends traveling with you from many countries all over the world, try night squid fishing. Overnight onboard.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
6:15: Begin your second day on Lan Ha Bay with a Tai Chi session.
The breakfast awaits you at the restaurant, taste your meal while admiring a full view of the morning bay before continuing your excursions.
8:30: Transfer to the Orchid Day Boat. The stop on your second day in Viet Hai village where you can ride a bicycle through rain forests and a dark tunnel to enter the village. Electric car service is available (at an additional charge) for those who are not fans of bicycling.
After the visit, you get back to the Day Boat for lunch.
In the afternoon, the boat cruises further into Lan Ha Bay where you can see the Wonder of Nature at the closest point.
15:00: Return to Orchid Cruise. It is time for you to enjoy swimming in the emerald waters. The traditional cooking class and Happy Hour start again.
19:30: Dinner is served with various delicious local food.
Relax after the meal with an hour of massage or other entertainments. Overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6:15: Begin your new day onboard with a Tai Chi session under the very first sunlight before breakfast.
7:45: The boat stop at Ao Ech, where you are free to discover the area by kayaking.
9:30: Return the Orchid Cruise for a bath, short relaxation before packing your luggage and check out of your cabin.
10:00: Move to the dining room for a delightful brunch.
10:30: Enjoy Vietnamese tea to know more about an aspect of Vietnamese culture at our Tea Ceremony taken place at the restaurant.
11:35: The boat returns to Got Ferry. Disembark the boat then get on the luxury van back to Hanoi.
14:00: The van drops you off at your hotel in Hanoi. A wonderful trip ends here.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
General Information
Bus pick-up time: 09:10 AM
Check-in: 11:30 AM
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Return Hanoi by bus: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Shuttle bus pick-up point: Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House
Shuttle bus drop-off point: Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House
Booking Policy
• 50 % of the total cost is required to secure the booking.
• The remaining balance is to be paid 15 days prior to the departure date.
• In some special cases, you will be required to pay the full cost or a number greater or smaller than the standard 50% to secure your booking.
• In some special cases, the deadline for payment will be required sooner or later than the standard 15 days prior to booking.
Cancellation by Customer
• More than 31 days prior to check-in (departure date): Free of charge
• From 31 to 16 days prior to check-in (departure date): 10% of total rates
• From 15 to 8 days prior to check-in (departure date): 20% of total rates
• From 7 to 4 days prior to check-in (departure date): 50% of total rates
• Less than 4 days prior to check-in (departure date): 100% of total rates.
• No-Show: 100% of total rates
*** Cancellation notice from customer must be sent to us via email. Refund will be processed between 10 -15 working days.
Cancellation by Halong Bay Management Board due to bad weather
If the cancellation is made by the Halong Bay Management Board, following policies will be applied depending on the time of cancellation.
• When a cancellation is made before departure date- check-in date (if no services have been used): 100% refund.
• When a cancellation is made during the trip (some services have been used such as transfer, food, some amenities, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
• When a cancellation is made before or during the departure date and the trip must be shortened from 2 nights to 1 night, 2 days 1 night trip, plus other used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
• The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you!
Note: In case of a cancellation decision made by the Management Board of Halong Bay, an alternative travel arrangement will be made on request, or you will be refunded in accordance. In all cases, please contact our travel consultant via email or phone for support. We are always willing to provide you with any assistance you may need on or off board.
Important Notes
• PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
• In case of adverse weather conditions in Halong Bay, the cancellation will ONLY be made by the Halong Bay Management Board. Usually the announcement will be declared very close to or on the departure date and our refund policy will come into effect.
See our customers' thoughts about their experience with Orchid Classic Cruise!
1 Reviews
Vemulakonda
India"Exellent service and food is delicious"
Amazing tour organized by vietnamtravels. Thank you to Ms Nguyen and her team. Always helpful and answer our questions quick. the tour guide and driver was fun to talk with. The whole itinerray was nothig to complain. Thanks the whole team for such good work!