Indochine Grand Cruise

The Cruise

2 Days / 1 Night aboard the Indochine Grand Cruise.

Indochine Grand Cruise is a refined ship from a long-running Lan Ha Bay operator. Cabins open onto private balconies, so the karst scenery is with you from the moment you wake, and the days are kept unhurried: kayak or swim in the afternoon, learn to roll spring rolls before dinner, then watch the light fade from the sundeck.

You cruise among the limestone islands with time for Ba Trai Dao beach and the Light and Dark Cave, and a night at anchor under the stars. When we plan a trip we match you to the right cabin and the right number of nights, arrange the transfers from Hanoi, and fold the cruise into a wider Vietnam itinerary. As private planners, we carefully craft each trip around you, choosing every cruise on how well it suits your dates and the rest of your route.

Cabins & Suites

Where you'll stay aboard.

Junior Suite

28m² · 1st & 2nd floor · Double or Twin · Sea view · Private balcony

28m² junior suite on the 1st or 2nd floor with a double or twin configuration, sea view and a private balcony.

Suite

30m² · 1st floor · Double or Twin · Sea view · Private balcony

30m² suite on the 1st floor with a double or twin configuration, sea view and a private balcony.

Executive Suite

40m² · 2nd floor · Double or Twin · Panorama bay view · Private balcony

40m² executive suite on the 2nd floor with a double or twin configuration and a panoramic bay-view private balcony.

President Suite

58m² · 2nd floor · Double · Panorama bay view · Private balcony

58m² president suite on the 2nd floor with a double bed and a panoramic bay-view private balcony - the cruise's flagship cabin.

The Itinerary

How your 2 days / 1 night unfolds.

Day 1

Hanoi → Lan Ha Bay

08:00-08:45Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and the drive to the coast.

11:30-11:45Check in at the harbour and transfer out to the ship.

12:30Welcome briefing over a drink.

13:00Lunch in the dining room as the ship sails into Lan Ha Bay.

15:00Swim, sunbathe or kayak among the islands with your guide.

16:00Visit Ba Trai Dao beach.

17:30Sunset gathering on the sundeck with snacks.

18:00Cooking demonstration: traditional Vietnamese spring rolls.

19:15Dinner.

21:00Cocktails at the bar or squid fishing off the deck.

Day 2

Lan Ha Bay → Hanoi

06:00Sunrise, then Tai Chi on the sundeck.

06:30Light breakfast.

07:30Morning visit to the Light and Dark Cave by tender or kayak.

08:30Back aboard to pack.

09:15Check out and settle any bills.

09:30Brunch as the ship returns towards port.

10:45Tender to the harbour.

11:30Depart for Hanoi.

15:00-15:30Arrive back in Hanoi.

Highlights

What makes it special.

The operator

A long-running Lan Ha name

Indochine Grand is a refined 5-star ship from an operator that has worked Lan Ha Bay for a long time.

The cabins

Private balconies throughout

Each cabin opens onto its own balcony, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the bay.

Days on board

Cooking demonstration and squid fishing

Kayaking and swimming fill the afternoon, then a cooking demonstration, a sunset party, squid fishing and morning Tai Chi.

Who it suits

Couples and families

The unhurried pace, with Ba Trai Dao beach and the Light and Dark Cave, suits couples and families alike.

Cabins at a glance

Every grade aboard Indochine Grand Cruise, side by side.

Cabin grades aboard Indochine Grand Cruise
Cabin	Size	Beds	Outlook
Junior Suite	28m²	Double or Twin	1st & 2nd floor · Sea view · Private balcony
Suite	30m²	Double or Twin	1st floor · Sea view · Private balcony
Executive Suite	40m²	Double or Twin	2nd floor · Panorama bay view · Private balcony
President Suite	58m²	Double	2nd floor · Panorama bay view · Private balcony

How long aboard

Two days or three, on this boat.

2 days, 1 night

The classic cruise

An afternoon and evening on the water, a night at anchor and a morning sail out. The length most travellers choose.

This is the itinerary on this page

3 days, 2 nights

The unhurried sailing

Day two is when the fleets disperse and you reach the further coves - the bay at its most peaceful.

See the 3 Days / 2 Nights itinerary ›

Not sure yet

Read the comparison

We wrote a longer piece on how the two lengths actually differ once you are on the water.

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Our experience of

We've hosted guests aboard the Indochine and been over her ourselves. She carries a lot of staff for her size, close to one crew member for every guest or two, and it shows - service is attentive without hovering, and the crew handle English, French, Chinese and Korean between them.

She's well furnished and genuinely comfortable, with balcony views over Lan Ha, and she was among the first on the bay to add a swimming pool and a soundproof karaoke lounge, so there's more to do on board than most. Days bring the caves, a cooking class and kayaking, and the kitchen turns out good food and handles dietary requests without fuss.

What we've found: the Indochine suits guests who want polished, personal service and a bit extra on board - a pool, karaoke, space - on the quieter Lan Ha side. Guests tend to recommend the three-day itinerary.

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Indochine Grand Cruise - common questions

About this boat, and about cruising the bay.

What cabin types does Indochine Grand Cruise have?

There are 4 cabin grades aboard Indochine Grand Cruise: Junior Suite, Suite, Executive Suite and President Suite. Sizes run from 28m² to 58m². The full table of sizes, beds and outlook is on this page.

Which bay does Indochine Grand Cruise sail?

Indochine Grand Cruise sails Lan Ha Bay. If you are still deciding between the bays, our comparison of Ha Long, Lan Ha and Bai Tu Long sets out how they differ in traffic, scenery and how far you travel to reach them.

Where does Indochine Grand Cruise depart from?

Embarkation is at Tuan Chau International Port, Ha Long. Boarding starts around 08:00-08:45. The hour-by-hour itinerary above gives the timings for the day.

Is the 2 Days / 1 Night or the 3 Days / 2 Nights better on this boat?

Both run the same boat and the same cabins. The 3 days / 2 nights adds a second full day, which is when the day boats have gone and the itinerary reaches the quieter water. The 2 days / 1 night covers the headline sights and gets you back to Hanoi a day sooner.

How do I get to the boat from Hanoi?

Road transfer from Hanoi takes roughly two and a half to four hours depending on which harbour the boat uses. We arrange the transfer with the cruise as one booking, so the timings match the boarding window rather than leaving you to work them out.

What is included in the price?

Overnight cruises in Ha Long normally include the cabin, all meals on board, the guided activities in the itinerary above and the bay entrance fees. Drinks, spa treatments and the transfer are the items that vary most between boats. We confirm exactly what is and is not included for this boat in writing before you pay, because it differs by operator and by season.

What happens if the weather stops the boat sailing?

Ha Long Bay closes to cruise traffic when the harbour authority says so, usually for storms. If that happens we move the date or refund the cruise - you are never held to a sailing that cannot run. Our refund policy sets out the detail.

Can children come along?

Yes. Most boats take children of any age and price them in bands rather than as adults, and many have family cabins or connecting rooms. Tell us the ages when you enquire and we will say which boats suit and what each one charges.

Can the kitchen handle dietary requirements?

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy requirements are all workable, but they need to be given at booking rather than on the day - the boat provisions before it leaves harbour and cannot restock at sea.

When is the best time of year to sail?

October to April is the settled season, with clear air and cool mornings. May to September is warmer and better for swimming, with a higher chance of a storm closing the bay. Our guide to Ha Long Bay goes into the months in more detail.

Indochine Grand Cruise

The Cruise

Cabins & Suites

The Itinerary

Highlights

A long-running Lan Ha name

Private balconies throughout

Cooking demonstration and squid fishing

Couples and families

Cabins at a glance

How long aboard

The classic cruise

The unhurried sailing

Read the comparison

Indochine Grand Cruise

Similar cruises

Indochine Grand Cruise - common questions

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