Oris Cruises – 23 Balcony Cabins from Ao Tien, Bai Tu Long Bay
- 2-day/1-night and 3-day/2-night journeys from Ao Tien Port through the quieter waters of the Van Don area.
- 23 boutique cabins, all with private balconies, panoramic bay views, bathtubs and standing showers.
- Four cabin categories from 28 to 52 m², including two Heritage Suites and two Courtyard Suites.
- Kayaking at Tay Hoi, Long Van Cave and, on the 3-day journey, a day with local fishing families.
- Tonkin Dining Room, sundeck, Bay Lounge, four-season Jacuzzi pool and spa.
- Designed for independent travellers, couples, families and small groups seeking attentive service and a more intimate voyage.
About Oris Cruises
Inspired by the elegance and hospitality of Northern Vietnam, Oris Cruises presents “The House of Tonkin” as a boutique home on the water. Its 23 cabins each have a private balcony. The ship sails from Ao Tien Port in Van Don to explore a quieter side of the Ha Long–Bai Tu Long area.
Oris combines refined spaces with cultural experiences, from its Three Welcome Drumbeats to a cooking demonstration and morning Vietnamese coffee ritual. The 3-day itinerary adds time with local fishing families and a lunch at a floating home. Activities depend on weather, tides and local operating conditions.
Cabins and Onboard Facilities
The cabin collection comprises nine Plum Garden cabins (28 m², deck 1), ten Lotus Garden cabins (28 m², deck 2), two Heritage Suites (48 m², deck 2) and two Courtyard Suites (52 m², deck 2). All cabins feature a private balcony, floor-to-ceiling windows, en-suite bathroom with bathtub and standing shower, individually controlled air conditioning, minibar, safe, tea and coffee. Heritage and Courtyard Suites add a private Jacuzzi bathtub and suite privileges described in the cruise factsheet.
Onboard spaces include the Tonkin Dining Room, Bay Lounge, sundeck, four-season Jacuzzi pool and spa. Massage and spa treatments are charged separately. Wi-Fi is provided, although connectivity may vary while sailing.
Dining and Departure
Meals follow the selected itinerary, with Northern Vietnamese flavours served in the Tonkin Dining Room. Please advise dietary requirements before departure. Check-in is scheduled for 11:30–12:00 at Ao Tien Cruise Terminal, with boarding from 12:00–12:30 and disembarkation around 11:00–11:30 on the final day. Hanoi transfers can be arranged on request at additional cost.
Oris Cruises Price Table
| Cabin category | 2 days 1 night | 3 days 2 nights |
|---|---|---|
| Plum Garden with Private Balcony | Contact for price | Contact for price |
| Lotus Garden with Private Balcony | Contact for price | Contact for price |
| Heritage Suite | Contact for price | Contact for price |
| Courtyard Suite | Contact for price | Contact for price |
Contact Vivu Halong for availability and a quotation for your travel dates, cabin type and number of guests. Transfers, drinks, spa services, holiday supplements and personal expenses are charged separately unless specifically included in your booking.
The supplied ship and cabin images are promotional images. Itinerary timings may change with weather, tides and operating conditions.
Room type & Price
Plum Garden with Private Balcony
Lotus Garden with Private Balcony
Itinerary
Choose a 2-day/1-night or 3-day/2-night voyage from Ao Tien Port. Times are indicative and may change with weather, tides and local operations. Hanoi transfers are optional and charged separately. Please advise dietary requirements before departure and bring the original passport required for check-in.
07:45–08:15: Optional pickup from Hanoi Old Quarter hotels.
11:30–12:00: Check in at Ao Tien Cruise Terminal, Van Don.
12:00–12:30: Board Oris Cruises for a welcome drink, Three Welcome Drumbeats, safety briefing and cabin check-in.
12:45–14:00: Lunch in the Tonkin Dining Room as the ship cruises towards Tay Hoi.
15:00–16:30: Kayak around Tay Hoi Island, subject to weather and tides.
16:30–17:00: Return to the ship as it proceeds to the Nha Tro anchorage.
17:00–19:00: Sunset gathering and Vietnamese spring-roll cooking demonstration; time for the sundeck or Jacuzzi pool.
19:00: Heritage Dinner in the Tonkin Dining Room.
20:30: Evening lounge and optional squid fishing. Overnight on the bay.
06:00: Morning coffee meditation on the sundeck.
07:00: Light breakfast with pastries, tea and coffee.
08:00–08:15: Sail to Long Van Cave and explore its limestone formations.
09:00: Return to the main boat and check out of the cabin.
09:45: Farewell buffet lunch during the return cruise.
11:00–11:30: Disembark at Ao Tien Port.
15:30–16:00: Arrive in Hanoi if the optional transfer was booked.
07:45–08:15: Optional pickup from Hanoi Old Quarter hotels.
11:30–12:00: Check in at Ao Tien Cruise Terminal, Van Don.
12:00–12:30: Board Oris Cruises for a welcome drink, Three Welcome Drumbeats, safety briefing and cabin check-in.
12:45–14:00: Lunch in the Tonkin Dining Room as the ship cruises towards Tay Hoi.
15:00–16:30: Kayak around Tay Hoi Island, subject to weather and tides.
16:30–17:00: Return to the ship as it proceeds to the Nha Tro anchorage.
17:00–19:00: Sunset gathering and Vietnamese spring-roll cooking demonstration; time for the sundeck or Jacuzzi pool.
19:00: Heritage Dinner in the Tonkin Dining Room.
20:30: Evening lounge and optional squid fishing. Overnight on the bay.
07:00–08:00: Breakfast on board.
08:30: Transfer by speedboat or day boat to a local fishing community.
09:00–10:30: Join local fishermen for a seasonal experience. From April to September, this may involve checking traps for stone crab. From October to March, activities may include net fishing or traditional aquaculture, depending on conditions.
10:30: Visit a floating home and learn how fresh seafood is prepared.
11:30–13:00: Lunch with local hosts at the floating house, with part of the morning catch when available.
13:00–14:00: Time to rest and experience life in the floating community.
14:00–15:30: Continue towards the fishing village; swimming may be possible if conditions permit.
15:30–16:00: Return to Oris Cruises.
19:00: Dinner on board.
20:30: Evening at leisure or night squid fishing. Overnight near Nha Tro.
06:00: Morning coffee meditation on the sundeck.
07:00: Light breakfast with pastries, tea and coffee.
08:00–08:15: Sail to Long Van Cave and explore its limestone formations.
09:00: Return to the main boat and check out of the cabin.
09:45: Farewell buffet lunch during the return cruise.
11:00–11:30: Disembark at Ao Tien Port.
15:30–16:00: Arrive in Hanoi if the optional transfer was booked.
Facility
Four-season Jacuzzi pool
Tonkin Dining Room
Bay Lounge and outdoor bar
Sundeck and observation deck
Spa and massage (additional charge)
Private balconies in all cabins
Complimentary Wi-Fi (signal varies on the bay)
Included/Excluded
- Air-conditioned cabin with private ocean-view balcony and en-suite bathroom
- English/Vietnamese-speaking guide and welcome drink
- Meals specified in the selected itinerary
- Complimentary drinking water and in-cabin tea and coffee
- Use of the four-season Jacuzzi pool
- Scheduled kayaking, swimming when conditions permit, sunset party, cooking demonstration, squid fishing and karaoke
- Morning coffee meditation, House Passport and Wish Leaf
- Complimentary Wi-Fi, subject to signal availability
- Sightseeing fees, onboard insurance, VAT and service charge
- Hanoi–Van Don limousine shuttle or private transfer, available on request
- Airfares, visa arrangements and hotel accommodation
- Spa and massage treatments
- Beverages other than those specifically included
- Gratuities and personal expenses
- Public holiday and Lunar New Year surcharges
- Any applicable increase in entrance fees or fuel surcharge
- Services not expressly listed as included
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