Orchid Luxury Cruise Halong Bay
CRUISE PRICE
$255.00 /pax
Cruise Rating
Rated 4.9/5 on TripAdvisor
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Orchid Luxury Cruise: New 14-Suite Lan Ha Bay Cruise from October 2026 with Bay-View Bathtubs and a Sundeck Bar
Orchid Luxury Cruise is the newest ship of Orchid Cruises, sailing from October 2026 with 14 suites, each with a private balcony and a bathtub facing the bay. The route runs from Tuan Chau through Halong Bay – with Tien Ong Cave and Cua Van Fishing Village – into Lan Ha Bay for Ao Ech (Frog Lagoon). The Orchid Cruises brand is rated 4.9/5 on TripAdvisor; Orchid Luxury is one of the newest Halong Bay luxury cruises and top Lan Ha Bay cruises, booked with our Best Price Guarantee.
Orchid Luxury Cruise at a Glance
| Operator | Orchid Cruises (Pelican Ha Long – Cat Ba Cruise JSC); sister ships Orchid Premium Cruise, Orchid Trendy Cruise and Orchid Classic Cruise |
| Maiden season | October 2026 – one of the newest cruises in Lan Ha Bay |
| Suites | 14 suites, 36–45 m², all with a private balcony and a bay-view bathtub; Family suites of 72 m² |
| Route | Halong Bay – Tien Ong Cave – Cua Van Fishing Village – Tra Bau – Ao Ech (Frog Lagoon); 3-day trips add Viet Hai Village and Ba Trai Dao |
| Itineraries | 2 Days 1 Night; 3 Days 2 Nights |
| Departure port | Orchid waiting lounge, Lot 32, Tuan Chau International Marina |
| Check-in / out | Arrive 11:00–11:30; disembark 11:00–11:30 on the last day |
| On board | Sundeck bar, outdoor jacuzzi, Indochine-modern restaurant, spa with dry sauna and jacuzzi |
| Meals | Buffet lunch, fusion dinner, breakfast and brunch |
| Included extras | Bamboo boat at Cua Van, kayaking, herbal foot bath, Vietnamese folk music, cooking demonstration, Tai Chi, squid fishing |
| Transfer | Orchid shuttle bus from the Hanoi Old Quarter at extra cost |
| Price | Seasonal, see the live calendar below; Best Price Guarantee |
| Best for | Couples and families who want a brand-new ship with large suites and a classic Halong Bay village visit |
Orchid Luxury Cruise begins operating in October 2026, so the photos on this page are official design visuals from Orchid Cruises. We will add real photos from our first trips on board.
What Makes Orchid Luxury Cruise Different
Orchid Luxury Cruise is the newest and most modern ship in the Orchid fleet: 14 suites with bay-view bathtubs, warm wood and teal Indochine-modern interiors, and a route that combines Halong Bay’s fishing village with quiet Lan Ha Bay.
A bay-view bathtub in every suite
Every suite has a private balcony and a bathtub by the window. The two-level layout puts Suite Balcony rooms on deck 1 and Premium Suites and the Orchid Exclusive Suites, with a round king bed, on deck 2.
Halong Bay village and Lan Ha Bay lagoon
Day 1 visits Tien Ong Cave and Cua Van Fishing Village by bamboo boat, rowed by local villagers; the ship then anchors at Tra Bau, and Day 2 starts with kayaking at Ao Ech (Frog Lagoon).
Sundeck bar, jacuzzi and spa
The open-air sundeck has a bar for sunset drinks and an outdoor jacuzzi; the spa has treatment rooms, a dry sauna and a jacuzzi. Evenings end with a hot herbal foot bath and Vietnamese tea on the sundeck.
Who Orchid Luxury Cruise Is Best For
Book it if you are
- A couple who wants a brand-new ship and a bathtub with a view
- A family that needs a 72 m² Family suite for 4
- A traveller who wants both a fishing village and Lan Ha Bay kayaking
Choose another cruise if you want
- Years of guest reviews before booking – try Orchid Classic Cruise or Orchid Trendy Cruise
- A tiny 5-suite ship: Orchid Premium Cruise
- A swimming pool: compare our top Lan Ha Bay cruises
Orchid Luxury Cruise Itinerary
2 Days 1 Night
Day 1: check in at Lot 32, Tuan Chau; buffet lunch while cruising; Tien Ong Cave and Cua Van Fishing Village by bamboo boat; overnight at Tra Bau with a cooking demonstration, dinner and a herbal foot bath. Day 2: Tai Chi, kayaking at Ao Ech (Frog Lagoon), brunch and return to Tuan Chau by 11:30.
3 Days 2 Nights
Day 1 follows the 2-day programme. Day 2: day boat to Viet Hai Village for cycling and lunch, then kayaking at Ho Ba Ham and Ba Trai Dao. Day 3: Tai Chi, kayaking at Ao Ech and brunch. Full timings are in the Itinerary tab.
Orchid Luxury Cruise Cabins & Facilities
| Suite | Size | Deck | Bed | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suite Balcony | 36 m² | Deck 1 | King or twin | Balcony, bay-view bathtub |
| Premium Suite Balcony | 36 m² | Deck 2 | King or twin | Higher deck, balcony, bathtub |
| Orchid Exclusive Suite | 45 m² | Deck 2 | Round king | Sofa corner, double vanity |
| Family Suite Balcony | 72 m² | Deck 1 | King + 2 single | Two connecting suites for 3–4 |
| Family Premium Suite Balcony | 72 m² | Deck 2 | King + 2 single | Two connecting Premium Suites |
Each suite has a flat-screen TV, a music system, a minibar, a safe, a desk, a wardrobe, a hairdryer and a private sitting area. Shared spaces are the sundeck bar, the outdoor jacuzzi, the restaurant and the spa.
Dining on Orchid Luxury Cruise
The Indochine-modern restaurant serves Asian and Western dishes: a buffet lunch on Day 1, a fusion dinner, breakfast and brunch. Vegetarian and allergy-friendly menus can be prepared on request.
Getting from Hanoi to Orchid Luxury Cruise
Orchid Luxury Cruise departs from Lot 32, Tuan Chau International Marina, about 2.5–3 hours from Hanoi. The Orchid shuttle bus costs US$37 per person round trip, with pick-up in the Hanoi Old Quarter at 08:00–08:30. Private cars can be arranged on request.
Orchid Luxury Cruise vs the Orchid Fleet
| Cruise | Cabins | Signature | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchid Luxury Cruise | 14 | New 2026, bay-view bathtubs | Luxury |
| Orchid Premium Cruise | 5 | Jacuzzi bathtubs, 24/7 butler | Luxury |
| Orchid Classic Cruise | 14 | Balcony suites, Lan Ha Bay | Premium |
| Orchid Trendy Cruise | 20 | Red-sail junk, outdoor jacuzzi | Mid-range |
Local Expert Notes from Our Hanoi Team
These tips come from more than a decade of arranging Halong Bay trips for international travellers; details are checked against Orchid Cruises’ published information and 2026 contract rates.
- Premium Suites on deck 2 have the same size as Suite Balcony rooms but higher views
- The bamboo boat at Cua Van is calm and suitable for older travellers
- Book the 3-day trip if you want Viet Hai Village and Ba Trai Dao
- Bring swimwear for kayaking at Ao Ech
Orchid Luxury Cruise Price 2026
Rates change by season and suite; see the live calendar on this page. Booking with Halong Tour Expert includes our Best Price Guarantee.
- Included: suite, meals on the itinerary, welcome drink, bamboo boat, kayaking, cave visit, cooking demonstration, Tai Chi, entrance fees
- Not included: Hanoi transfer, drinks, spa, tips and personal expenses
- Children: under 5 free (one child); 5–10 years 75% of the adult rate; 11 and over adult rate
- Holiday surcharge: US$46 per guest on 24 and 31 December
Message us on WhatsApp +84 886 261 368 for a quote. Answers to common questions are in the FAQs below.
Suite Balcony
Price: $510 USD
02 adults + 01 child under 5 pax 36 m2 01 king bed or 02 single beds
Private Balcony on the First Deck
The Suite Balcony rooms on the first deck of Orchid Luxury Cruise are 36 m², with a private balcony and a bathtub facing the bay.
Premium Suite Balcony
Price: $602 USD
02 adults + 01 child under 5 pax 36 m2 01 king bed or 02 single beds
Higher Views on the Second Deck
The Premium Suites are on the second deck at 36 m², with a sitting area, a private balcony and a bay-view bathtub.
Orchid Exclusive Suite
Price: $822 USD
02 adults + 01 child under 5 pax 45 m2 01 round king bed
Round King Bed and Sofa Corner
The Orchid Exclusive Suites on the second deck are 45 m², with a round king bed, a sofa corner, a double vanity and a bathtub by the window.
Family Suite Balcony for 3 pax
Price: $956 USD
03 guests pax 72 m2 01 king bed + 01 single bed
Two Connecting Suites for Three
Two connecting Suite Balcony rooms on the first deck – 72 m² in total, two bathrooms with bathtubs and two balconies. The price is for 3 guests.
Family Suite Balcony for 4 pax
Price: $1048 USD
04 guests pax 72 m2 01 king bed + 02 single beds
Two Connecting Suites for Four
Two connecting Suite Balcony rooms on the first deck for a family of four – 72 m² in total, two bathrooms and two balconies. The price is for 4 guests.
Family Premium Suite Balcony for 3 pax
Price: $1124 USD
03 guests pax 72 m2 01 king bed + 01 single bed
Two Connecting Premium Suites for Three
Two connecting Premium Suites on the second deck – 72 m² in total, two bay-view bathtubs and two balconies. The price is for 3 guests.
Family Premium Suite Balcony for 4 pax
Price: $1232 USD
04 guests pax 72 m2 01 king bed + 02 single beds
Two Connecting Premium Suites for Four
Two connecting Premium Suites on the second deck for a family of four – 72 m² in total, two bay-view bathtubs and two balconies. The price is for 4 guests.
Cruise Inquiry
- 2 Days - 1 Night Itinerary
- 3 Days - 2 Nights Itinerary
08:00 – 08:30 Optional pick-up in the Hanoi Old Quarter by the Orchid shuttle bus (extra cost, see Cruise Policy).
11:00 – 11:30 Arrive at the Orchid waiting lounge, Lot 32, Tuan Chau International Marina; check in with welcome tea.
11:45 – 12:00 Speedboat transfer to the cruise; welcome drink and safety briefing.
12:30 – 13:30 Buffet lunch while cruising through Halong Bay towards Lan Ha Bay.
14:00 – 16:15 Tien Ong Cave, an archaeological cave with stalactites and traces of prehistoric life, then Cua Van Fishing Village by bamboo boat rowed by local villagers.
16:15 – 17:00 Cruise to the overnight anchorage at Tra Bau.
18:00 – 18:15 Cooking demonstration or sunset Happy Hour at the bar. Massage can be booked with the Cruise Manager.
19:15 – 20:30 Fusion dinner in the restaurant.
21:00 – 21:30 Hot herbal foot bath with Vietnamese tea on the sundeck, or squid fishing.
06:00 – 06:30 Sunrise Tai Chi, then breakfast as the cruise sails on.
08:00 – 09:00 Kayaking at Ao Ech (Frog Lagoon) in Lan Ha Bay.
09:45 – 10:00 Back on board, check out and enjoy brunch.
11:00 – 11:30 Disembark at Tuan Chau International Marina. Shuttle guests are back in Hanoi around 14:30 – 15:00.
Included:
- Cabin with private balcony and air conditioning
- All meals on board: 01 buffet lunch, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast and 01 brunch
- Welcome tea at the Tuan Chau lounge, welcome drink and two bottles of water in the cabin
- Kayaking, cave visit, swimming (weather permitting), cooking demonstration, Tai Chi and squid fishing
- Bamboo boat at Cua Van Fishing Village rowed by local villagers
- Hot herbal foot bath with Vietnamese tea and folk music in the evening
- English-speaking guide, Wi-Fi (limited coverage in the bay)
- Entrance and sightseeing fees, service charge, insurance on board and VAT
Not included:
- Hanoi – Tuan Chau – Hanoi transfer (see Cruise Policy)
- Drinks, massage and spa
- Flights, visas, hotels before or after the cruise
- Tips and personal expenses
- Check-in: be at the Orchid waiting lounge, Lot 32, Tuan Chau International Marina, by 11:00 – 11:30. The cruise leaves on time.
- Return: disembark at Tuan Chau around 11:00 – 11:30 on the last day.
- Passport details: send full names, passport numbers and nationality at least 7 days before departure and bring your passport on board.
- Hanoi transfer (not included): shared Orchid shuttle bus US$37 per person round trip, pick-up in the Hanoi Old Quarter. Children under 4 on a parent’s lap travel free; a child with their own seat pays the adult price. Private cars on request.
- Children (age by year of birth): one child under 5 sharing the bed with two adults is free; a second child under 5 pays 50% of the adult rate. Children 5 to under 11 sharing with parents pay 75% of the adult rate, extra bed included (not for Family cabins). Two children under 11 in their own cabin, or one adult with one child, pay the price of two adults. 11 years and over – adult rate.
- Extra bed: a third guest pays 40% of the double-cabin price (subject to availability).
- Holiday surcharge: US$46 per guest for nights on board on 24 and 31 December.
- Itinerary and times can change with weather and tides.
Individual bookings (fewer than 6 cabins):
- More than 15 days before departure: free of charge
- 14 to 10 days: 50% · 9 to 4 days: 70%
- 3 days or less before departure, or no-show: 100%
Groups of 6 cabins or more: more than 45 days free of charge; 45 to 31 days 25%; 30 to 15 days 50%; 14 to 7 days 70%; 6 days or less 100%.
Full-ship charter: more than 90 days free of charge; 89 to 61 days 50%; 60 to 41 days 70%; 40 to 31 days 90%; 30 days or less 100%.
Reducing the number of guests or cabins is treated as a late cancellation. Please send cancellations in writing by email.
If the bay authorities do not allow the cruise to sail because of bad weather:
- 2 days 1 night – only lunch on Day 1: US$36 per guest is charged and the balance refunded.
- 2 days 1 night – lunch on Day 1 and cruising until 5 pm: US$153 per guest is charged.
- 3 days 2 nights – return to the pier at noon on Day 2: charged as 2 days 1 night.
- 3 days 2 nights – lunch on Day 2 and cruising until 5 pm: charged as 2 days 1 night plus US$153 per guest.
08:00 – 08:30 Optional pick-up in the Hanoi Old Quarter by the Orchid shuttle bus (extra cost, see Cruise Policy).
11:00 – 11:30 Arrive at the Orchid waiting lounge, Lot 32, Tuan Chau International Marina; check in with welcome tea.
11:45 – 12:00 Speedboat transfer to the cruise; welcome drink and safety briefing.
12:30 – 13:30 Buffet lunch while cruising through Halong Bay towards Lan Ha Bay.
14:00 – 16:15 Tien Ong Cave, an archaeological cave with stalactites and traces of prehistoric life, then Cua Van Fishing Village by bamboo boat rowed by local villagers.
16:15 – 17:00 Cruise to the overnight anchorage at Tra Bau.
18:00 – 18:15 Cooking demonstration or sunset Happy Hour at the bar. Massage can be booked with the Cruise Manager.
19:15 – 20:30 Fusion dinner in the restaurant.
21:00 – 21:30 Hot herbal foot bath with Vietnamese tea on the sundeck, or squid fishing.
06:00 – 06:30 Tai Chi on the sundeck.
06:45 – 07:00 Light breakfast while cruising Lan Ha Bay.
07:45 – 08:00 Day boat to Viet Hai Village: cycle along village paths through the forest and visit traditional houses (electric car at extra cost). Vietnamese lunch on the day boat.
13:30 – 14:00 Kayaking at Ho Ba Ham and Ba Trai Dao.
16:00 – 16:30 Back on the main ship for a cooking class, a swim or sunset Happy Hour.
19:00 – 20:30 Fusion dinner, then drinks on the top deck or squid fishing.
06:00 – 06:30 Sunrise Tai Chi, then breakfast as the cruise sails on.
08:00 – 09:00 Kayaking at Ao Ech (Frog Lagoon) in Lan Ha Bay.
09:45 – 10:00 Back on board, check out and enjoy brunch.
11:00 – 11:30 Disembark at Tuan Chau International Marina. Shuttle guests are back in Hanoi around 14:30 – 15:00.
Included:
- Cabin with private balcony and air conditioning
- All meals on board: 02 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 breakfasts and 01 brunch
- Welcome tea at the Tuan Chau lounge, welcome drink and two bottles of water in the cabin
- Kayaking, cave visit, swimming (weather permitting), cooking demonstration, Tai Chi and squid fishing
- Day boat to Viet Hai Village with bicycles
- Bamboo boat at Cua Van Fishing Village rowed by local villagers
- Hot herbal foot bath with Vietnamese tea and folk music in the evening
- English-speaking guide, Wi-Fi (limited coverage in the bay)
- Entrance and sightseeing fees, service charge, insurance on board and VAT
Not included:
- Hanoi – Tuan Chau – Hanoi transfer (see Cruise Policy)
- Drinks, massage and spa
- Flights, visas, hotels before or after the cruise
- Tips and personal expenses
- Check-in: be at the Orchid waiting lounge, Lot 32, Tuan Chau International Marina, by 11:00 – 11:30. The cruise leaves on time.
- Return: disembark at Tuan Chau around 11:00 – 11:30 on the last day.
- Passport details: send full names, passport numbers and nationality at least 7 days before departure and bring your passport on board.
- Hanoi transfer (not included): shared Orchid shuttle bus US$37 per person round trip, pick-up in the Hanoi Old Quarter. Children under 4 on a parent’s lap travel free; a child with their own seat pays the adult price. Private cars on request.
- Children (age by year of birth): one child under 5 sharing the bed with two adults is free; a second child under 5 pays 50% of the adult rate. Children 5 to under 11 sharing with parents pay 75% of the adult rate, extra bed included (not for Family cabins). Two children under 11 in their own cabin, or one adult with one child, pay the price of two adults. 11 years and over – adult rate.
- Extra bed: a third guest pays 40% of the double-cabin price (subject to availability).
- Holiday surcharge: US$46 per guest for nights on board on 24 and 31 December.
- Itinerary and times can change with weather and tides.
Individual bookings (fewer than 6 cabins):
- More than 15 days before departure: free of charge
- 14 to 10 days: 50% · 9 to 4 days: 70%
- 3 days or less before departure, or no-show: 100%
Groups of 6 cabins or more: more than 45 days free of charge; 45 to 31 days 25%; 30 to 15 days 50%; 14 to 7 days 70%; 6 days or less 100%.
Full-ship charter: more than 90 days free of charge; 89 to 61 days 50%; 60 to 41 days 70%; 40 to 31 days 90%; 30 days or less 100%.
Reducing the number of guests or cabins is treated as a late cancellation. Please send cancellations in writing by email.
If the bay authorities do not allow the cruise to sail because of bad weather:
- 2 days 1 night – only lunch on Day 1: US$36 per guest is charged and the balance refunded.
- 2 days 1 night – lunch on Day 1 and cruising until 5 pm: US$153 per guest is charged.
- 3 days 2 nights – return to the pier at noon on Day 2: charged as 2 days 1 night.
- 3 days 2 nights – lunch on Day 2 and cruising until 5 pm: charged as 2 days 1 night plus US$153 per guest.
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FAQs
Orchid Luxury Cruise is the newest ship of Orchid Cruises, sailing from October 2026 with 14 suites, each with a balcony and a bay-view bathtub, on a Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay route. Read more on Orchid Luxury Halong Bay.
From October to December 2026, Orchid Luxury Cruise starts from about US$255 per person for 2 days 1 night and US$461 per person for 3 days 2 nights in a Suite Balcony for two. 2027 rates will be added soon. Ask on our contact page.
Yes. Orchid Luxury Cruise begins its first season in October 2026, making it the newest ship of Orchid Cruises and one of the newest Lan Ha Bay cruises.
Orchid Luxury Cruise has 14 suites: Suite Balcony and Premium Suite Balcony (36 m²), Orchid Exclusive Suites (45 m²) and 72 m² Family suites made of two connecting rooms. See them on Orchid Luxury Halong Bay.
Yes. Every suite on Orchid Luxury Cruise has a private balcony and a bathtub facing the bay. Compare more luxury cruises in Halong Bay.
Orchid Luxury Cruise visits Tien Ong Cave and Cua Van Fishing Village by bamboo boat, anchors at Tra Bau and kayaks at Ao Ech (Frog Lagoon). The 3-day trip adds Viet Hai Village and Ba Trai Dao.
No. The Orchid shuttle bus costs US$37 per person round trip from the Hanoi Old Quarter; private cars can be arranged. More tips are in our Halong Bay cruise FAQs.
Orchid Luxury Cruise departs from the Orchid waiting lounge at Lot 32, Tuan Chau International Marina; please arrive by 11:00–11:30. The route continues into Lan Ha Bay.
Orchid Luxury Cruise has an outdoor jacuzzi, a sundeck bar and a spa with a dry sauna and jacuzzi, but no swimming pool. See photos on Orchid Luxury Halong Bay.
No, apart from a welcome drink, two bottles of water in the suite and Vietnamese tea with the evening foot bath. Other drinks on Orchid Luxury Cruise are paid on board. Ask on our contact page.
Yes. Orchid Luxury Cruise has 72 m² Family suites for up to 4 guests. One child under 5 is free and children 5–10 pay 75% of the adult rate. Family tips are in our cruise FAQs.
Yes. A new ship, a bathtub with a view in every suite and the Orchid Exclusive Suite with a round king bed make Orchid Luxury Cruise a strong honeymoon choice. Plan it on Orchid Luxury Halong Bay.
For fewer than 6 cabins, Orchid Luxury Cruise is free to cancel more than 15 days before departure; 50% is charged at 14–10 days, 70% at 9–4 days and 100% within 3 days. Ask on our contact page.
If the bay authorities stop Orchid Luxury Cruise from sailing, you pay only for services used – about US$36 per guest for lunch only, or US$153 if lunch and cruising until 5 pm go ahead. See our Halong Bay cruise FAQs.
Both have 14 suites. Orchid Luxury Cruise is new in 2026 with bay-view bathtubs and a Halong Bay fishing-village visit; Orchid Classic Cruise is older, lower-priced and focuses on Lan Ha Bay.
Yes. Book Orchid Luxury Cruise with Halong Tour Expert and we match any lower published price for the same date, suite and inclusions. Start your booking on Orchid Luxury Halong Bay.
