Orchid Classic Cruise
Orchid Classic Cruise is a luxury steel hull cruise launched in 2021, sailing Halong Bay with 20 cabins. Enjoy kayaking and swimming, fresh seafood dining and the best local price.
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Room Types & Prices
14 cabins on board · 3 Days 2 Nights
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Suite Balcony (2 pax)
Size: 36 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Premium suite balcony
Size: 36 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
Add & book together
Suite Balcony (3 pax)
Size: 36 m² Max adults: 3
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
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Includes taxes & fees
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Price for 01 cabin · 3 adults, 1 child
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Orchid Exclusive Suite
Size: 45 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
Add & book together
Family Suite (3 pax)
Size: 72 m² Max adults: 3
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 3 adults, 1 child
Add & book together
Family Suite (4 pax)
Size: 72 m² Max adults: 4
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 4 adults, 1 child
Add & book together
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Route
Lan Ha Bay
Class
Luxury
Cabins
14 Cabins
Hull
Steel hull
Launched
2016
About Orchid Classic Cruise
Orchid Classic Cruise sails the scenic waters of Halong Bay, departing from Tuan Chau Marina. Launched in 2021, the steel hull vessel offers 20 well-appointed cabins and a relaxed, attentive service that has earned a 9.6/10 rating from 134 guest reviews.
Onboard experiences include kayaking, swimming, caves, cooking class, tai chi, with fresh local seafood served throughout the 3 days 2 nights program. Our local team personally inspects every cruise so you book with confidence at the best available rate.
Onboard Facilities
Activities & Experiences
5 things we love most about Orchid Classic Cruise
Cruise Itinerary
Programs and schedules subject to change due to weather conditions.
Route Map
Orchid Classic Cruise · 3 Days 2 Nights
- 1Lan Ha Bay
- 2Frog Pond Area
- 3Viet Hai Village
- 4Dark and Bright Cave
- 5Thien Cung Cave
- Morning:
Get picked up from your hotel (in or near Hanoi Old Quarter and not included in cabin price). Pick up time is between 8:30 - 9:00 am. Follow the newest highway connecting Hanoi and Tuan Chau Marina. The road trip takes around 2.5 hours.
- Afternoon:
After check-in onboard, you will receive cruise briefing and safety instructions. Lunch will be served in the luxury restaurant on board - as you savor the exquisite Vietnamese and international cuisines, the cruise will slowly head pass beautiful islets in Halong Bay such as Da Chong, Con Vit, and Gia Luan. In the afternoon, explore Ao Ech, a peaceful area ideal for kayaking and discovering the untouched beauty of Lan Ha Bay. Later return to our cruise to watch the amazing sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Cooking demonstration will be held on board, or enjoy our happy hour at our Bar.
- Evening:
Around 7:15pm, dinner is served in an elegant setting, followed by free time to enjoy activities such as squid fishing, watching a movie, unwinding at the sundeck bar, or booking a spa treatment (extra fee). Overnight on the cruise.
- Morning:
Start the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by breakfast while taking in panoramic views of Lan Ha Bay. Transfer to a day boat and head to Viet Hai Village, a peaceful settlement nestled within Cat Ba National Park. Explore the village by bicycle along scenic paths through forests and traditional local communities. An optional electric car service is available for those who prefer a more relaxed experience.
- Afternoon:
Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch onboard the day boat before continuing to Dark and Bright Cave. Explore this tranquil area by kayak or bamboo boat rowed by local residents, surrounded by dramatic limestone formations and calm waters. Return to the main cruise and spend the afternoon at leisure. Join a Vietnamese cooking class, take a refreshing swim, or enjoy sunset drinks during Happy Hour.
- Evening:
Dinner will be served around 7:15pm. After that, tourists can enjoy their free time onboard: admiring Halong Bay beauty on the sundeck, sipping a drink and making new friends at the cruise’s luxury bar, watching a movie, or trying squid fishing with staff.
- Morning:
Early risers can enjoy the spectacular beauty of Halong Bay in the early morning and take part in Tai Chi class. After breakfast, visit Thien Cung Cave (Heavenly Palace Cave), famous for its impressive chambers and spectacular stalactite formations. Back on Orchid Cruise for check-out scheduled from 9:45 - 10:00 am. A delightful brunch will be catered. Around 11:30 am, the cruise returns to Tuan Chau Marina, tourists disembark and say goodbye to the cruise.
Important Notes
- Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather and tide conditions.
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay: the decision is made by the Halong Bay Management Board on the day of departure.
- In the event of a weather cancellation we will arrange an alternative date on request, or refund in accordance with the cruise policy.
- Passengers should arrive at the harbour at least 30 minutes before the overnight cruise boarding time.
Cruise Inclusions & Options
Everything that is and isn't covered, plus our cruise & booking policies.
- Taxes & Service Charges
- Welcome Cocktail
- Cruise Itinerary and Program
- Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
- In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
- Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C
- Luxury en-suite Bathroom
- Meals on board during cruise program
- Tai Chi Session
- Cooking Class
- Insurance
- Transfer from Hanoi to Cruise Pier and back - can be booked online
- Airfares, and Hotel Accommodation
- Drinks and other personal expenses
- Visa to Vietnam
- Beauty Spa Services and Massage
- Beverages and Tobacco
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
- Surcharge for New Year, Christmas
- Check in on board: 12:10pm
- Check out: 11:35am
- Return Hanoi: 2:30pm
- The FOC rate for children under 4 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 4 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
- Children from 4-11 will pay extra charge 75% of adult rate.
- Children 12 and above must pay full fare as adult.
- Peak season surcharge : Surcharge $45/person for Gala dinner applies if guests stay on board on December 24th and/or December 31st and Lunar New Year (16, 17, 18, 19/02/2026)
- Shuttle bus: $40/ adult and $30/ child round trip. Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House
- On the second day you will travel on day boat and do not have access to mother boat and your cabin until later in the afternoon.
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
- From 30 to 11 days prior to check-in: 15% of total rates
- From 10 to 7 days prior to check in: 30% of total rates.
- Less than 7 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
515 customer reviews for Orchid Classic Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding170
- Excellent309
- Very good26
- Good10
Traveler type
- Mature couples4
- Solo travellers1
- Young couples1
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.
Guest reviews
- 9.4Willow Skye Roberts🇦🇺 Australia26-06-2025
Excellent
Our suite was spacious and clean. The bed was excellent, clean and well equipped bathroom. Jacuzzi bath was a plus. Lots of food, great quality.
Mature couples - 9.3Ewa Lis🇵🇱 Poland23-05-2025
Excellent
The bay view was exceptional. Our room was comfortable and clean. Service was great.
Mature couples - 9.0Dimitra Karageorgiou🇬🇷 Greece12-07-2025
Excellent
The staff were very thoughtful. Shout out to Lily and Smiley. Thank you for making my birthday so special.
Solo travellers - 10.0Anna Müller🇩🇪 Germany12-05-2025
Outstanding
Amazing trip! We booked the exclusive suite which was huge with a comfy bed, private balcony, and amazing bathtub view. Service was top-notch. Elle was super helpful. Tien was funny with interesting stories about the area and Taichi session. Food was amazing. Three days would be
Mature couples - 9.0Ashley Nicole Harris🇨🇦 Canada05-06-2025
Excellent
The area is spectacular. Room is comfortable and clean.
Mature couples - 9.3Dara Sovann🌍 Cambodia03-07-2025
Excellent
Nice crew. The guide was knowledgeable and funny. Nicely presented and delicious food. Diverse activities. Kayaking was the best.
Young couples
Frequently Asked Questions
Transfers are an optional add-on. We offer a shared shuttle bus and private limousine that you can add during booking.
Yes — free cancellation up to 7 days before departure for a full refund, in line with our cruise policy.
Children of all ages are welcome; family cabins and child pricing are available on request.
Questions & Answers (784)
Looking for more info? Send your question and our Hanoi team will answer it here as soon as possible.
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Asked by Remco Mr snoek · 2 months ago
Is there a possibility that we will be collected at Ninh Binh for this cruise?
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 2 months ago
Dear Remco Mr snoek, For your information, we do provide sharing limousine bus pick up from Ninh Binh to Halong at 18USD/person for one way. Normally, our pickup time at Ninh Binh is between 7.00 - 7.30 Am. Regards, Phoebe
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Asked by Ines el gataa · 2 months ago
Hii Are any shuttle service available for picking up from hanoi and drop off at nihn bihn For the 17th of july
1 answerAAnswered by Annie · 2 months ago
Dear Ines el gataa, We do offer a shuttle bus service for the route from Hanoi to Halong and dropping off at Ninh Binh at a cost of USD 20 per person. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)
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Asked by Leanne · 2 months ago
We are a family of 5 with 2 adults and 3 children aged 13, 13 and 10. Do you have a cabin suitable for this many people?
1 answerAAnswered by Annie · 2 months ago
Dear Leanne, For your family of five, we recommend the Family Suite, which consists of two connecting rooms. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)
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Asked by KWAI YUEN HO · 3 months ago
Hi, do you do pick up from and send back to Atlanta Residences, 49 Hang Chuoi, Hai BaTrung, Hanoi? 2 day 1 night cruise for 7 people. Thanks
1 answerAAnswered by Annie · 3 months ago
Dear Kwai Yuen Ho, We can certainly arrange pick-up and drop-off at Atlanta Residences, 49 Hang Chuoi, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi for your group. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)
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Asked by Hilary Bonifant · 4 months ago
Hello, we're looking at catching a flight from Hanoi at the end of the cruise. Do you offer shuttles from Halong Bay to domestic airport and what should the estimated cost and arrival time be please.
1 answerAAnswered by Helen · 4 months ago
Dear Hilary Bonifant,
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Asked by Michelle Nguyen · 4 months ago
Can we get pick up from Hanoi airport after 10am? Our flight lands around 10:50am. Thank you
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 4 months ago
Dear Michelle, We do provide the private vehicle pick up from Noi Bai airport; however, I wish to advise with the late arrival time, you will miss the check-in at the pier and cannot be able to join the tour on time. Please consider taking the trip the next day if your schedule is flexible. Regards, Phoebe
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Asked by Johnny · 5 months ago
Hi - (1) What is the check-in time? If my flight landed Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) at 9:40, would it be possible to check in on time? (2) Looking for a trip for 3 adults. What is the difference between Family Suite (3 pax) - Price for 01 cabin 3 Adults vs Suite Balcony (2 pax) - Price for 02 cabin 3 Adults? Is the family suite one room with beds for three people, and suite balcony is two rooms?
1 answerAAnswered by Helen · 5 months ago
Dear Johnny, Thank you for your inquiry regarding Orchid Cruise. Please see the answers to your questions below:
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Asked by Angelene · 5 months ago
After disembarking, can a transfer back be booked back to Hanoi later in the afternoon?
1 answerAAnswered by Helen · 5 months ago
Dear Angelene, Regarding your request for a later afternoon transfer back to Hanoi, we only offer a private car option at that time, which costs $90 per way for two people. Alternatively, you may prefer to book a taxi on your own as a more cost-effective option. Best regards, Helen
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