Indochine Cruise Halong Bay

Indochine Cruise has 4 decks with a variety of amenities that can contain up to 110 passengers onboard:

On the 1st deck, there is a Tonkin Restaurant with 12 Junior Suites or 6 Family Connecting cabins. Junior Suite has an area of 32m2 while the Family Connecting has a double atmosphere. 

The 2nd deck is where the spa, An Nam restaurant & main bar are located, while the remaining part is for the Junior Suite & 2 Executive Suites, which cover 54m2. 

The 3rd deck features a mini golf course at the bow, a pool at the rear, the Cochinchine Lounge, an art gallery, and a gathering area of 8 Indochine Suites & 1 President Suite.

The 4th deck (sun deck) is a perfect place for sunbathing, and enjoying the panoramic view with a bar and a lounge.

Indochine Cruise Deck Plan

Continue scrolling to discover the luxurious amenities awaiting you onboard Indochine Cruise, one of the finest 5-star cruises in Cat Ba Island.

Cochinchine Lounge

The 3rd lounge with a 350m2 area, is usually used as a conference room or you can enjoy live music beside the impressive bay view.

Tonkin Restaurant

Tonkin Restaurant is the main 1st-floor restaurant of the cruise with a 300m2 area, where you will be served your main courses. Moreover, the restaurant will be used for guests' welcome and safety rules guidance. 

Luxury Tonkin Restaurant

An Nam Restaurant

An Nam Restaurant is a 150m sub-restaurant on the 2nd deck, mainly just an option to serve guests/groups of guests who require private restaurants or private events of about 40 - 45 pax (with an additional fee).

Exquisite An Nam Restaurant

Spa

Located on the second deck, the Oriental Spa can contain 2 guests and offers gorgeous views while you relax with our spa services. The opening hours are from 8:00 to 21:00. 

Mini Golf Course

Stay at the bow of the 3rd deck, this area is where you can have fun playing golf with your travel companions and view the stunning scenery of Lan Ha Bay.

Mini Golf Area

Pool

There is a 4-season pool for guests to relax situated at the back of the 3rd floor. It provides thrilling relaxation while you can enjoy the gorgeous landscape.

Newly equipped Pool on board

Gallery

Located on the 3rd deck, there is a small corner on the third deck that displays unique Vietnamese-styled items for exhibition only. This boutique has many sorts of vintage things such as luxurious round velvet cushions, classic cutlery sets, night lamps, etc.

Elevator

The elevator from the 1st to the 3rd deck differentiates from other cruises, bringing you convenience whilst staying onboard.

On the 2-day-1-night cruise, guests will embark on a planned itinerary to discover Lan Ha Bay, including the exploration of Dark & Bright Cave and Trung Trang Cave. The 3-day-2-night trip extends the journey to include a visit to Viet Hai Village and Ba Trai Dao Beach. 

Whichever tour you opt for, we ensure that you will have a remarkable journey filled with captivating activities and top-notch services aboard this exceptional 5-star overnight cruise.

Explore Dark & Bright Cave

Kayaking or enjoying a bamboo boat ride guided by local rowers will be the highlight activity on the first day. Interacting with the ferrymen to capture stories about the cave is a fascination to your experience.

Sampan Rowing Boat to Dark & Bright Cave

Discover Trung Trang Cave

On the final day of the itinerary, you will have the opportunity to explore Trung Trang Cave located on Cat Ba Island. Delve into the captivating legends and myths while immersing yourself in the rich natural biodiversity.

Swim at Ba Trai Dao

On the 3-day itinerary, guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters of Ba Trai Dao in Lan Ha Bay. Life vests are provided, allowing for a safe and leisurely swim in the calm sea.

Cycling in Viet Hai Village

Besides Ba Trai Dao swimming, the 3-day-2-night cruise also has an exciting off-the-beaten-path cycling adventure awaits on Day 2. Explore the diverse and scenic biking route in Viet Hai Village, passing through coastal mountains and lush tropical greenery.

Visit Viet Hai village by bike

Spa and massage

The professional masseuses with age-old techniques are perfected by Vietnamese people. You will have a chance to experience a soothing massage and hot stone body treatment with 5-star standards ranging from US $30 - $55 for 30 to 90 minutes each service.

Indochine Cruise promises a delightful dining experience where you can indulge in sumptuous meals. The menu offers a diverse selection of European and Asian cuisine, ensuring a variety of flavors for each meal. 

The usual serving time is 6:00 - 6:30 for breakfast, 9:15 - 10:15 for brunch, 12:00 - 13:00 for lunch, and around 19:30 for dinner.

Note:

• The time for breakfast on day 2 of the 3-day-2-night option is start from 7:00 - 8:15. 
• If you have any special dietary, please let us know since the crew team always customizes to meet your demands.

Indian Cuisine

To boost the guests' cuisine experiences, Indochine Cruise recently established a special section for real Indian meals in addition to the main international buffet menu. Travelers can now enjoy various traditional Indian delicacies prepared with the finest ingredients and authentic recipes.

For groups of 6 or more Indian guests, you should note your nationality at least 5 days in advance to enjoy the best culinary experience. For charter groups, there will be an Indian chef onboard to provide even more authentic Indian meals.

Delicious Lunch On The Indochine Cruise

About the beverage, two bottles of mineral water per day will be provided complementarily. Extra drinks excluded from the cruise price will be charged separately according to the price listed on the bar menu.

Alcohol drinks

The cocktails are around US $5.5 while the wine is around US $6.5 to 7.5 for each glass. We have a variety of wines from whisky, bourbon, martini, etc. 

Non-alcohol drinks

Only from US $2 to US $5.5, you can enjoy a glass of fresh fruit juice, smoothies, coffee, tea, water, and other soft drinks on Indochine Cruise.

Departing from Hanoi

The bus will conveniently collect you from your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter between 8:00 and 8:30. You will then be comfortably transported to Tuan Chau Port in Halong City by a 9-16 seat limousine.

Transfer To Halong By Luxury Shuttle Bus

Departing from Tuan Chau Port

If you are arranging your own transportation, it is important to arrive at the designated waiting station (No. 22, Block 2, Tuan Chau International Port) for Indochina Sails around 11:30. 

By approximately 12:00, all guests will be transferred to the Indochine Cruise via tender for a seamless embarkation process.

Indochina Sails Waiting Station

BestPrice's Reviews: 9.5/10

• Inspection date: 17 & 18th, December 2022
• Cruise: Indochine Cruise
• BestPrice Travel inspector: Tra My & Thao Anh

After experiencing travel 2D1N on this overnight cruise, Indochine seems to be an ideal choice for foreign travelers who love classic and vintage Eastern style. Though the cruise launched in 2019, both the interior and exterior of the cruise are still maintained new, clean, and modern, bringing an elite breath when staying for guests are on board.

Facilities & Amenities: 9.2/10

Featuring 5-star accommodation standards, the cruise provides guests with a luxurious and comfortable overnight experience. Guests can also experience other high-quality amenities such as a bar, spa, jacuzzi, and gym. Nonetheless, nothing is perfect, Indochine still has some disadvantages.

Pros

• Spacious and airy sundeck with many private spaces for couples/groups. All furniture such as sunbeds and sofa sets were kept clean.
• Nice restaurants and lounges are equipped with comfortable table sets. Gentle yellow lights were used on the cruise (both inside each cabin).
• With a reasonable price of about US $25,5, spa & massage is a perfect choice to relax (The price details are on the catalog in each cabin. You have to ask the cruise manager for booking).
• The bartender is available at the bar even at midnight (You will have to ask the cruise to arrange this).

Cons

• The WIFI on board is not stable.
• The plunge pool room doesn’t have lights, so at night this area is quite dark.

Foods & Drinks: 9.5/10

One of the most outstanding points that many guests, including the BestPrice team, are satisfied with about this cruise is the food. All dishes served on the Indochine Cruise are delicious and well-presented. However, there are still a few points worth noting about the meals.

Pros

• The food on board was tasty with fusion dishes, which are a harmonious combination of Western and Vietnamese food.
• The recently added Indian section in the buffet brings a more special experience.
• Buffet meals include a huge selection for guests. All dishes are kept warm in the chafing dishes.
• The pastry in the light breakfast was nice. It was soft and not too sweet.
• Must-try foods: Grilled Black Angus Ribeye Steak served with Vegetables, Crab and Asparagus Soup, and Roasted Creamy Pumpkin Soup.

Cons

• No free drinks are served during your meal, but it is the same as many other Halong cruises.
• The number of Western dishes is fewer than Vietnamese dishes in the brunch buffet. 

Activities: 8.8/10

Having a 2-day trip on the Indochine cruise, you will be taken to the most well-known attractions of Lan Ha Bay and have a chance to experience some wonderful activities.

Pros

• Explore Dark & Bright Cave by kayak: Using a kayak to go through this famous wet cave will be an unforgettable adventure for those who love aquatic activities.
• Exciting cooking demonstration on board: The experienced chef of the cruise will teach the guests how to make a perfect Spring Roll - a delicious and easy-to-make Vietnamese cuisine.
• Discover Trung Trang Cave: The cruise will take you to Cat Ba Island to visit one of the most beautiful dry caves of Halong. 

Cons

• The Cat Ba island route to Dark & Bright Cave and Trung Trang Cave is quite popular compared to other Cat Ba cruise itineraries.
• All the activities such as swimming and kayaking being repeated, maybe it can be less eager for your trip

Service: 10/10

The services on the Indochine Cruise are incredibly excellent. The cruise staff team is friendly, polite, and helpful, always willing to help guests with any requests or problems.

All of the guests who join the cruise tour on the Indochine can feel the hospitality right from when they come to the cruise: Every guest is helped to get on/get off the cruise, and when the tender approaches the cruise, guests will receive a warm welcome by happy crew members. After that, they will be instructed carefully about safety equipment by the cruise manager before the trip and enjoy a whole incredible journey with polite and kindness.

Indochine Cruise on TripAdvisor

• Number of reviews: 55
• Excellent: 48/55 reviews

Though the reviews about the Indochine Cruise on Tripadvisor are fewer than other Halong Bay cruises, there is no review below that is very good. Therefore, the Indochine cruise is highly recommended since the boat features high-quality & well-maintained facilities, excellent world-class services, and delicious food.

Moreover, the Indochine Cruise was also rewarded the Traveller's Choice in 2023 on Tripadvisor.