Halong bay on Paloma Cruise 2days 1night

The Halong bay on Paloma Cruise 2days 1night

The area immediately northeast of Halong Bay is known as Bai Tu Long Bay and is the focus of our special itinerary. Hundreds of islets rising from the clear waters, long sandy beaches beckon, grottoes and lagoons entice the visitor – an area relatively underdeveloped and unpolluted by the tourist trade.

First day

7.45 – 8.15   You are collected from your hotel and begin the three hour drive through the lush scenery of the farmlands surrounding the Red River Delta

12.30   Arrive at Paloma office, Halong City. Following your transfer, step on board and following the cruise briefing your boat will embark on its journey into Halong bay

13.15 – 14.30  Time for your first meal on board, sure to set precedent for the delicious culinary experiences in store for you during your stay.

15.00  The cruise wanders leisurely through the labyrinth of limestone karts on its way to Bai Tu Long bay. Grab a comfortable chair, either on the sundeck, numerous terraces, or your private balcony, and try to spot some of the more notable formations, such as the 'Monster Head' and 'Teapot' islets.

Visit the fishing village of Vung Vieng in a traditional bamboo boat, marvel at the simple ingenuity of the floating constructs as you are rowed through the Venice of Halong bay.  The rest of the afternoon is to be spent at your leisure, whether you prefer to swim in the emerald waters, pamper yourself with a traditional massage, or lounge on the sundeck.

17.00   Stop for overnight anchorage in the Hang Trong area. Celebrate the sunset with Happy Hour at the cruise bar

18:30   Learn more about the secrets behind Vietnamese cooking at the Vietnamese cooking demonstration

19.15   Enjoy a culinary tapestry of international and Vietnamese flavors at the sumptuous set dinner served in the dining room

21:00   The boat anchors in a tranquil area and a range of evening activities are open to your preference; night squid fishing with the crew, a little light dancing (book in advance with your tour guide), film, board games, playing cards, after dinner massage (to compliment the after lunch massage of course) or a spot of moon bathing as you appreciate the night scape.

Overnight on board Paloma Cruise

Second day

06.15 With an instruction in Tai Chi on the sundeck at dawn's first light, you will feel the influence of the surrounding nature on your spirit and mind, and fit your body into the rhythms of the day. Tea and coffee are available if a little extra rejuvenation is needed

07.00  Enjoy breakfast and the peaceful ambience of morning in Halong bay

08.15  Visit Sung Sot 'Amazing' Cave, and allow it to live up to its name as you wander through vast caverns walled with cascades of glittering rock and dripping with stalactites.

10.00  Spend some time to check out of your cabin and arrange your luggage to be collected for transfer to the mainland

10.30  Savor the flavours of your last meal onboard. Settle any outstanding bills and then appreciate the last of Halong bay's scenery as the ship approaches the pier.

11.30-12.00  Arrival at the pier marks the conclusion of your cruise. Relax at the Paloma office and then await your transfer back to Hanoi

16.00-16.30  Drop off at your hotel and the end of your trip to Halong bay.

Inclusions:
+   English Speaking Guide
+   Entrance and Sightseeing fees
+   Luxury Cruise through Ha Long bay
+   All meals on board (2 days 1 night: 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast; 3days 2 nights: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners)
+   Kayaking for 1 hour (applied for 2 day-1 night trip)
+   Kayaking for the 2nd day (applied for 3 day- 2night trip)
+   Welcome drink, cold handkerchief
+   Cooking demonstrations
+   Sunset party
+   2 bottles of mineral water in room
+   Daily fresh fruits in room
+   1 Bottle of red wine in Paloma Suites and Family Suites
+   Morning tea and coffee
+   English speaking guide boat
+   Service charge
+   Insurance on board

Exclusions:
+   Personal drink ordered from our bar
+   Personal expenses and other things not clearly mentioned in the included list
+   Value added taxes

Halong bay on Paloma Cruise 2days 1night

Halong bay on Paloma Cruise 2days 1night

 Highlight: The area immediately northeast of Halong Bay is known as Bai Tu Long Bay and is the focus of our special itinerary. Hundreds of islets rising from the clear waters, long sandy beaches beckon, grottoes and lagoons entice the visitor – an area relatively underdeveloped and unpolluted by the tourist trade.

DAY 1: Hanoi - Halong bay

7.45 – 8.15      Our bus or private car will pick you up at your hotel.

12.30   Arrive at Paloma office, Halong City. Transferred by tender to Paloma Cruise – enjoy welcome drink. Receive cruise briefing, check into cabins and begin your cruise.Arrive at Paloma office, Halong City. Transferred by tender to Paloma Cruise – enjoy welcome drink. Receive cruise briefing, check into cabins and begin your cruise.

13.15 – 14.30  Have lunch – delicious Vietnamese set menu (Massage service is available after lunch and thoughout the cruise).

15.00   Head to Bai Tu Long Bay, pass the towns of Hon Gai and Cam Pha, Oan Lagoon, Mat Quy (Monster Head) and Am Tich (Teapot) Islets and Vung Vieng fishing village.

Visit the Vung Vieng fishing village by local rowing boat (01 hour) or Kayak into the village then return to the vessel for your leisure or join one of the following optional activities: Sunbathing, traditional massage, swimming etc.

17.00   Drop anchor in the calm water surrounded by islets near Hang Trong. Happy Hour (sunset party)

18:30   Vietnamese cooking demonstration on boat.

19.15   Sumptuous Set-dinner onboard.

21:00   Relaxing on your cabin or join the on board activities: film entertainment, light music for dancing in the dining room (please book in advance with your tour guide), board games and playing cards are available, and massage services are available. Passengers may also try their luck at squid fishing from the boat.

Happy Hour! Buy two drink - get one free (wine by the bottle excluded) Overnight aboard Paloma Cruise.

DAY 2: Halong bay - Hanoi

06.15   Start your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck while complimentary tea & coffee are served

07.00   Have breakfast in the dinning room.

08.00   Explore the Surprise Cave (Sung Sot).

08.15   Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave. Walk up about 100 steps to the cave entrance and tour the cave for approximately 45 minutes. Walk down about 100 steps and return to the boat.

10.00   Upon return to the boat you will have 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing. Please remove all of your belongings from the cabins, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer directly to the pier).

10.30   Enjoy Set Menu for lunch in the dining room. We will settle bills after breakfast. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.

11.30-12.00     Arrive at Hon Gai Habour. Transfer by tender to the pier, relax inside the Paloma Office while waiting for return transportation

16.00-16.30     Arrive in Hanoi

Thank you for believing us and we hope you will join us again the next time you are in Vietnam

The price : 180 USD/Pax

Costs include:

+  Welcome Drink

+ Pick up and drop at hotel

+  Cruise Itinerary and Program

+  Entrance and Sightseeing Fees

+  In-house English-speaking Tour Guide

+  Luxurious Cabins and Suites with A/C and en-suite Bathrooms

+  All meals on board (Lunch, dinner, breakfast)

+  Complimentary mineral water

+  Fish equipment, Kayaking

+  Onboard insurance, tax, service charges

Costs exclude:

+  Airfares,

+  Visa Arrangements

+  Massage Services (please see massage menu in cabin)

+  Beverages, Tips and Personal Expenses

+  All other services not clearly mentioned above

Paloma Cruise - 150 USD/pax