In the light of being awarded the 2018 Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellent, Indochina Sails launched the newest member of the team - Indochine Cruise in 2019 to improve the cruise quality in Lan Ha Bay and to retain its position among the top luxury cruises in Halong Bay. Spruced up with a combination of contemporary luxury, the Indochine metal boat interprets the traditional Indochinese maritime heritage while evoking the colonial period of Vietnam.
With a long and rich experience of 20 years onboard, Indochina sails’ cruises in general and Indochine Cruise in particular, have become the first choice of tourists around the world when traveling in the Gulf of Tonkin. They are adored for their luxurious charm and perfect services which are among the best Halong cruises.
"Comfort - Quality Service - Charm - Reasonable Price". A short description of the Indochine cruise will give you a clear notion of what the 5-star service proposes. Come to Vietnam and experience the praised cruise yourself and you will fall for the experienced and motivated staff along with outstanding services.
Cabin and Suites
Indochine Cruise Lan Ha Bay offers in total 5 distinct classes of suites, which add up to 43 cabins in total. Each is embellished with artful furnishing and vintage interior design.
Junior Suite
- Area: 32m2
- Capacity: 2 people
- Highlight: Private balcony
A calming and refined elegance is what you can find in the Junior Suite which occupies the first two decks of the cruise. The cabin takes up to around 32m2 and is equipped with all necessary amenities including a private balcony, air conditioner, and en suite bathroom. You can choose between a wide double bed and two single beds, whichever is more convenient for you. All cabins of this class are enclosed with a private balcony at the back of the room for you to enjoy the view and other room services.
Junior Suite Cabin
Indochina Suite
- Area: 42m2
- Capacity: 2 people
- Highlight: Private balcony, Bathtub
Located on the third deck, the Suite cabin offers a tranquil view of Lan Ha Bay from higher down, especially with the availability of a large private balcony for each cabin. The room is a flawless combination of luxury and the tradition of Indochina maritime heritage framed with quaint wooden furnishing and intricate interior decor. In addition to the generous area, the Suite is innovated with a French window to fully immerse in nature, a bathroom with a rainfall shower, and a jacuzzi tub.
Suite Cabin
Executive Suite
- Area: 54m2
- Capacity: 2 people
- Highlight: Private balcony, Bathtub
Enjoy the delicate king-size bed and the picturesque French Indochina heritage in Executive Suite cabins lying on the second deck. The suite is adorned with a whimsical Southeast Asia theme and dim yellow lighting which emphasizes all traditional patterns and will ease your mind throughout the journey. With a total area of 54m2 and an extended private balcony, the room will elevate your high-end overnight stay to another level.
Executive Suite
President Suite
- Area: 80m2
- Capacity: 2 people
- Highlight: Private balcony, Jacuzzi tub
The President suite cabin on the third floor is a fit for any passengers looking for an exquisite experience on the pure waters of Lan Ha Bay. This cabin breaks the binaries between centuries by incorporating both authentic French Indochina heritage and the modern technology of the twenty-first century. Taking advantage of the largest cabin on board, the arrangement of luxuriant interior furniture will please even the most stringent customer. You will also be offered a spacious bathroom with a jacuzzi tub and standing shower for your soaking up in the view of the muse - Lan Ha Bay.
President Suite
Family Connecting
- Area: 54m2
- Capacity: 3 people
- Highlight: Private balcony
For great accommodations on the Halong family cruise, the Family Connect cabin tries to ensure a certain level of privacy for all by combining two Junior suite cabins through an internal door on the first deck. In one space, a single bed is provided with vital amenities for one. The other two can take the second room with nice and comfy twin beds while being able to access the single room easily. The cabin offers separate bathrooms and balconies to level up the convenience and to ensure both family moments and intimate times.
Family Connecting
Deck Plans
Indochine Cruise takes advantage of 4 decks to arrange spacious and comfortable accommodation for up to 68 passengers onboard. All suites are located separately from restaurants and lounge areas to assure a completely safe and sound experience throughout the cruise. These public spots can be accessed easily from all decks through the center staircase.
Indochine Cruise Deckplan
Highlight Services and Facilities
With a team of skillful staff, Indochine cruise provides a wide range of high-end services counting from local cuisine and relaxing service.
- Cochinchine Lounge: An ideal place for relaxing live piano sounds and sightseeing in an open area with a sense of imperial place architecture.
- Restaurant and Bar: To praise the rich customs of the Gulf of Tonkin, the Indochine launches two restaurants: An Nam Restaurant on the second deck and Tonkin Restaurant, run by award-winning chefs, on the main deck. After a good meal, you can stay late in the sundeck bar, and savor a great selection of local and international beverages.
Tokin Restaurant
- Floating Bar: Get inspired by the kayaking activity in secluded areas, the floating bar on a row boat serves guests a tipple on their own kayak.
- Spa and Gym: Located on the second deck, Oriental Spa offers professional masseuses with age-old techniques perfected by Vietnamese people. You will have a chance to experience a soothing massage, body scrub, and herbal treatment with 5-star standards.
- Jacuzzi: The jacuzzi on the sundeck provides a thrilling relaxation while immersing in cool waters and admiring the spectacular landscapes at the same time.
- Souvenir Shop: A small corner on the third deck displays unique Vietnamese-styled items.
Souvenir Shop
Additionally, Indochine Cruise offers guests special theme events including seminars, parties, business, birthdays, weddings, and celebrations. Especially, you can experience a luxury brand-new way of having dinner in Halong Bay: from the sundeck, mystical caves, and hidden beaches, to floating platforms.
Food and Drink
Onboarding with Indochine overnight cruise in Halong, you will be served scrumptious meals that are a fusion of Vietnamese traditional cuisine and international flavors. On a 2-day-1-night itinerary menu, you will be served 01 buffet breakfast, 01 buffet lunch, and 01 set menu dinner.
The tour booking has already covered all mentioned meals along with welcome drinks. For your information, other beverages served upon request will be charged separately including wine, soft drinks, cocktails, fruit juice, and so on.
Indochine Cruise Drinks
Itinerary and Highlight Activities
The 2-day-1-night itinerary of Indochina Cruise will take you to discover the deepest beauty of Lan Ha Bay - the hidden gem of Cat Ba Island. From visiting remote islands, Viet Hai Village to Dark & Bright Cave in a secluded part.
- Fishing Village Visit: Van Boi premier fishing village is the best place for you to learn about the life of local fishermen in Cat Ba
- Kayaking: Head out to make your way to discover the majestic Dark & Bright Cave, paddle through to learn the interesting geology of the cave
- Taichi Session: Improve your mental and physical health with the ancient martial art of Tai Chi session
- Cycling: A relaxing activity to explore the mysterious and low-pace life at Viet Hai village - a culturally rich commune on Cat Ba Island
- Squid Fishing: Challenge yourself by joining the adventurous squid fishing activity with the help of professional staff at night
- Cooking Class: Besides enjoying Vietnamese cuisine throughout the trip, you can make them yourself by participating in the cooking class with award-winning chefs
Kayaking at Dark & Bright Cave
Transport from Hanoi
You may choose between a private car service with a driver or a shuttle bus for your transportation. If you are planning to book a private vehicle, please make sure to notify the booking agent. As for shuttle service, all buses have daily departure and you should get to the shelter beforehand.
- Transport from Hanoi: The Indochina offers door-to-door pick-up to take you from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter to Tuan Chau International Marina. It will take about 2.5 hours to transfer on the highway.
- Transport from cruise port: After you get from Hanoi to Halong Bay cruise, you will be welcomed at around 11.30 at the Indochina Sails' Tuan Chau Pier. At 12:15, all guests will be transferred by tender/ speedboat to Indochine Cruise on Lan Ha Bay. The overnight cruise would end at 11.00 the next day with the final stop at Tuan Chau Port.
Responsible Tourism - What Makes Indochine Cruise Unique
Indochina Sails and Indochine Cruise are pioneers in supporting local communities and indigenous people especially children from fishing villages. All kids are made sure to receive adequate education and educational support in the form of school equipment and uniforms.
"Let’s join us for Green Halong" Program
The cruise team also holds special events and sustainable activities in support of the earth’s environment and the development of the community. Joining a cruise with the Indochine, each guest will be gifted a glass water bottle and go on an eco-friendly journey without plastic materials.
All in all, Indochine Cruise with its charm and objectives is noteworthy if you are planning to visit Vietnam’s greatest wonders this year.
Value for money: 9.4
Location rating: 9.5
First visit to Halong Bay, and choosing the Indochine was a wise move. The cabin is a favorite with my girlfriend, especially the balcony. We thoroughly appreciated the cuisine. Halong Bay is gorgeous. Thank you very much to our informed and gracious tour guide for taking our pictures on our trips. I'd suggest taking this cruise!
I reserved a two-day, one-night stay at Indochine. There was nothing too difficult. The ship's size and large capacity are its only drawbacks. With buffet meals and the time being moved to the attractions, it was a little chaotic. The food was decent and pretty varied.
the dessert The staff surprised us with a cake as we celebrated the birthday of one of our friends!
What a lovely cruise. On Indochine, we reserve an Executive Suite. The cabin was ideal—it was roomy and had all the conveniences. You may also use the indoor jacuzzi that is available. On the top deck and from our personal balcony is where we like to unwind.
Thanks BestPrice to reccommend this cruise for me.
There are several activities both on and off the ship. We visited a cave and went kayaking. Nice and lyrical described the bay. We made an attempt at making spring rolls, and it was delicious. Though enjoyable, squid fishing requires a lot of patience