Orchid Trendy Cruise
- Elegant design featuring French colonial style with classic traits
- Outdoor jacuzzi pool at the bow of the ship
- Spacious cabins with connecting cabins for families
- Visiting Lan Ha Bay with an isolated route
- Spa with sauna to boost relaxation
Cruise information
Rooms & rates
We Price MatchDeluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
Max children: 1(up to 12 years of age)
Premium Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
Max children: 1(up to 12 years of age)
Exclusive Suite with Terrace
Max children: 1(up to 12 years of age)
Deluxe Family Room with Balcony
Premium Deluxe Family Room with Balcony
About Orchid Trendy Cruise
Launched in 2017, Orchid Trendy (formerly Azalea Cruise) continues to be one of the most popular choices for travelers visiting Halong. The cruise departs from Tuan Chau Pier in Halong and navigates through the pristine areas of Lan Ha Bay. In addition to modern amenities, Orchid Trendy enhances the cruising experience with exceptional service, a friendly crew, and a delectable menu featuring a fusion of Asian and European cuisines.
Pros
+ Attentive staff, particularly the waitstaff and tour guides.
+ Accommodations are well-appointed and tidy.
+ An extensive menu featuring excellent set meals.
Cons
- The vessel may appear a bit dated.
- Some delays can occur during excursions on the smaller boat.
- Certain items in the buffet could use improvement.
Bottom Line
Orchid Trendy offers guests an elegant yet intimate setting, guaranteeing a memorable cruise experience with its high-quality facilities and attentive service.
Itinerary & Activities
The cruise explores the breathtaking scenery of Lan Ha Bay, visiting untouched areas such as Tra Bau, Ao Ech, and Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island. Guests on 2-night itineraries can access secluded spots that larger vessels cannot reach. You'll have the opportunity to explore a local village, gain insight into their daily routines, visit an ancient home, and wander along rustic paths framed by lush jungles. Guests are encouraged to engage with the crystal-clear waters for a sense of tranquility and relaxation.
Activities abound, including kayaking, swimming, biking, hiking, cooking classes, Tai Chi, squid fishing, and a Happy Hour. Alternatively, you can relax on the sundeck or your private balcony while taking in the stunning views of the bay.
Cruise Quality
The vessel features four decks: the basement, the first and second decks which include accommodations, restaurants, and a bar, as well as the sundeck on the uppermost level. Safety equipment is provided throughout the ship, ensuring a secure environment. Passengers can revel in quality accommodations, enjoy exquisite meals and beverages, and treat themselves to spa services while onboard.
Cabin Quality
Orchid Trendy boasts 20 deluxe cabins, all equipped with private balconies. Whether guests opt for a Deluxe, Premium Deluxe, or Exclusive Suite, each cabin offers stunning views of Lan Ha Bay through expansive glass windows, along with all the essential amenities for a luxurious stay. Accommodations include premium bedding, a private sitting area, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar, telephone, safe, bathtub and shower, soft towels, and more.
Cabin sizes range from 28 to 45 square meters. Deluxe and Premium Deluxe cabins can be interconnected, providing a larger private space suitable for groups of 3 to 4 adults or families with children.
Service & Facilities
The luxurious atmosphere aboard Orchid Trendy is complemented by modern services and facilities. An opulent reception greets you upon boarding. Well-equipped accommodations ensure comfort and privacy for relaxation. The Indochine-style restaurant and bar offer a diverse menu of fine cuisine and beverages. A spacious sundeck invites guests to soak in the fresh air and sunshine at their leisure. Additional amenities include an outdoor jacuzzi pool and a spa featuring a dry sauna for rejuvenation, allowing guests to leave behind all stress and muscle tension.
Food & Drink
The talented culinary team guarantees that all guests savor each dish prepared on board. The highlight of the dining experience is the fusion of Asian and European cuisines, providing a wide range of local specialties and international flavors crafted from the freshest, handpicked ingredients. Beverages can be conveniently ordered from both the dining area and the outdoor bar on the sundeck.
Frequently asked questions
The premier accommodation at Orchid Trendy is now the Orchid Exclusive Suite, boasting a generous expanse of 50 sqm. Perched on the upper deck, it features an expansive terrace complete with sun loungers, along with a lavish ensuite bathroom fitted with premium amenities for ultimate relaxation.
For the 2-day/1-night itinerary, guests will enjoy 4 meals. Meanwhile, the 3-day/2-night itinerary offers a total of 7 meals. Each meal highlights local cuisine, ensuring an authentic culinary experience during your stay.
No. The transfer service (shuttle bus/private car) is available upon request and incurs an additional charge. The room rate does not cover the transfer service.
Yes. All rooms at Orchid Trendy can accommodate an extra bed. However, the availability of extra beds is limited and they are offered upon request for an additional fee.
Yes. All excursions and activities remain optional as of 2025. Guests are welcome to join any scheduled adventures or opt to relax onboard instead.
Things to know
- Luxury room and facilities as ordered.
- All onboard meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Kayaking, cooking demonstration, Tai chi session, bamboo boating, beach (if the weather permits), movies, squid fishing, music entertainment.
- English speaking tour guide and onboard service fee.
- Welcoming drink, two bottles of water in cabin.
- Onboard insurance, sightseeing fees and value added tax.
- Hanoi – Ha Long transportation (luxury van is available to be booked).
- Massage treatment (available to be booked in advance).
- Personal expenses and services not included in the service include.
- Peak season surcharge.
Child Policy:
- Children under 5 years old: Free of charge (FOC) when sharing a cabin with 2 adults.
- Only 1 child under 5 years old per cabin is allowed for FOC.
- Children aged 5-11: 75% of the adult rate will be charged.
- Children aged 12 and above: Must pay the full adult fare.
Peak Season Surcharge:
- Christmas Eve (24/12), New Year's Eve (31/12), Lunar New Year (9, 10, 11, 12/2/2024): $50/person per night.
Shuttle Bus (Round Trip): (If it is not included in the cruise package)
- Shuttle bus from Hanoi to Cruise Port: $36/person (adults and children).
- Pick-up points: Hanoi Old Quarter area.
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
- From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates
- From 6 to 3 days prior to check-in: 50% of total rates.
- Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
* Please note the cancellation must be in written form and sent to us via email.
Maps and Itineraries
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Booked 2 nights/3 days and it was the best choice for us. My boyfriend and I were picked up at the hotel timely and the check in went smoothly. We were transferred by a small boat to embark on the main vessel. The ship itself was clean and chic. Our cabin was lovely, too. It has a balcony and a bathtub. Activities were lots of fun. We loved the biking trip to the village and kayaking on the bay. The cave was small yet a nice experience. All activities were nice such as cooking class, taichi, squid fishing,... The outdoor jacuzzi pool at the bow was a bonus. Can't compliment this trip enough. Thanks to the Orchid Trendy team.
The team was all welcoming and polite. The cruise manager Nilo was our favorite. The tour guide was also very informative and helpful. Food was incredible. The cabin was spacious and fully equipped. The tour on the island was peaceful. The bay was beautiful but rubbish issues could be seen. Activities after dinner could be more varied.
My family stayed for 1 night. There were both pros and cons. Pros: The view was good, the staff was friendly, cabins were nice. Cons: Check-in and check-out at the dock were chaotic, wifi was not good, food quality was unstable with some meals really good and some average.
Cuisine was fantastic. We love every meal, especially the dinner set menu. Happy Hour was great cuz you will see the price of drinks was pretty high. The room was comfortable and included a full range of amenities. Staff was so helpful and friendly. They set up rose petals in our rooms since it was our honeymoon. We also had an exceptional dining table for dinner. Really appreciate that! Definitely come back again!
3 days/2 nights could be considered carefully. The 3-day is indeed much more relaxing and less rushed than the 2-day, but if you are not an active person and cannot do kayaking or cycling, 2-day is enough. And be noticed that you will spend most of the time on the second day on a day boat (without rooms) for excursions and cannot access your cabin to relax. The village was normal and not much to see. However, Halong (or Lan Ha) Bay was really charming and tranquil. Food on the main boat was amazing and staff was courteous and went above and beyond. Overall a nice time but 1 night is enough!
Strongly recommend this trip! Orchid Trendy was a nice boat with modern facilities and a full range of service. There is an outdoor jacuzzi, a spa and sauna, stylish restaurant and bar onboard. Food was of good quality and quantity. Ginny and Nilo went the extra mile to guarantee our comfort. Thank you very much!
The trip was faultless. We had a wonderful 2 days on Lan Ha Bay. The scenery was extraordinary. Service on board was excellent. Highly recommended.
We had 2 days on Orchid Trendy. The staff was very nice and caring. The interior was well maintained and had a chic design. Our Deluxe cabin included air-con, private bathroom with bath amenities, and a stunning view from the floor to ceiling glass window. Food was varied yet some dishes were dry and could be more flavorful.
The vessel was anchored far from the dock so we had to take a shuttle boat for around 30 minutes to embark onboard. Our cabin was pretty and the private balcony had a table and chairs for sightseeing. The staff was excellent and super friendly. Food was generous and delicious. The drinks were overpriced but we could make use of Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1).
The trip to Halong Bay was the trip of our lifetime. The vessel was traditional and elegant. As soon as we stepped on the ship, things were great and exceeded our expectations. The cabin was very nice, bright, the best view, and the bed was comfy. We visited a cave on Cat Ba island and went swimming around the boat on the first day and kayaking on the second day. Staff was amazing. A shout out to the guide and cruise manager. Only downside: the check-in area at the port could be improved, a bit small and not very well organized.
Questions and Answers (4)
We are a family of five - two adults and three teenage children age 19, 17 and 15. Are we able to book one double room and one twin and add an extra bed to the twin room?