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1. Hanoi - Tuan Chau Island - Halong Bay
   Taking a rest in the bay of Wonders, relaxing on the crystal blue ocean or charming white sand beaches, you will soon forget all the pressure and enjoy your journey to the land of pleasure: wonderful landscapes, fresh and tasty seafood, peaceful atmosphere. This will be sure a special vacation for you!
   
   09h00 - 09h30: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take about 2,5ours on the new highway to Tuan Chau Island in Halong City (transportation is on request with additional surcharge).
   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 Ha Long 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: '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.
2. Halong Bay - Hanoi
   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 continuing 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.
   
   Note: We are sorry if some of the itinerary may change depending on the weather and travel conditions at the time of visit without prior notice. We hope you understand for this inconvenience.

1. Day 1 : Hanoi - Hai Phong - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay.

   Taking a rest in the bay of Wonders, relaxing on the crystal blue ocean or charming white sand beaches, you will soon forget all the pressure and enjoy your journey to the land of pleasure: wonderful landscapes, fresh and tasty seafood, peaceful atmosphere. This will be sure a special vacation for you!
   
   09h00 - 09h30: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take about 2 hours on the new highway to Got Ferry Terminal – Cat Hai Town, Haiphong City (transportation is on request with additional surcharge).
   12h15: Transfer by tender to the Azalea Cruise.
   12h30: Welcome onboard the Azalea Cruise. Enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start to cruise and explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.
   13h00: The cruise proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. Have International Buffet Lunch while passing via the islets of Con Vit area. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island - Thoi Quyt area - Coc Ngoi islet - through Gia Luan area where is belong to Cat Ba National Park.
   14h15: Progress to Trung Trang cave by bus on Cat Ba Island which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park with Kim Giao forest.
   Trung Trang Valley is the largest valley on Cat Ba Island. The valley covers an area of approximately 300 hectares, has a depth of 10m to 30m and is around 15km in the middle of Cat Ba National Park. Trung Trang Cave measures 300m lengthwise through the mountains. The cave was carved by nature for more than 2,000 years ago. The cave has many stalactites that take on various shapes that will awe and inspire visitors to use their imagination.
   17h00: The cruise gets in the less populated area at Tra Bau where is located in Lan Ha Bay. You will enjoy swimming on the green emerald and cool water.
   17h45: Return to the cruise, you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. The cruise's chef will instruct you how to make some Vietnamese dishes.
   Option: Massage service is available on board. Book with Cruise Manager directly!
   19h30: Sumptuous Candlelight Deluxe Dinner Set Menu is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by Azalea Cruise's wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting.
   21h30: 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 is available on board. Book with Cruise Manager directly!
   23h00: End of Day One program. Overnight on Azalea Cruise.

2. Day 2: Explore Lan Ha Bay.

   06h15: The day starts early onboard with Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Breakfast is served in the dining room with morning view of bay’s landscape, then continue your excursion.
   08h30: Transfer to Azalea 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 chance to see the local life in a valley. 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.
   13h30: Visit Lan Ha Bay, taking a free breeze at area with the path less visited. You will use your imagination to name any beautiful islands in Lan Ha Bay or get the interesting introduction of the cruise's professional tour guide on Azalea Day Boat.
   15h00: Return to the cruise. Enjoy swimming at the untouched area. Then, you may like to join a traditional cooking class. The Azalea Cruise's chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnamese dishes. Watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin.
   19h30: Deluxe Dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by Azalea Cruise's wonderful onboard catering staff.
   21h30: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoy drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board.
   Option: Massage service is available on board. Book with Cruise Manager directly!
   23h00: End of Day Two program.

3. Day 3: Lan Ha Bay - Hai Phong - Hanoi.

   06h15: You may like to do Tai Chi session on the sundeck or just relax in your cabin.
   07h45: After breakfast, continue your journey and head out to explore the bay in the area of Ao Ech (Frog Lake), a secluded spot perfect for kayaking or swimming.
   09h30 - 10h00: Back on board, a brunch & Tea Ceremony is served as you cruise back into harbour, arriving at 11h30 and from there you can continue your journey back to Hanoi.