Paloma Cruise

TWO NIGHTS  HALONG BAY CRUISE ABOARD PALOMA CRUISE

Bai Tu Long bay – Vong Vieng floating village – Trong cave – Lan Ha bay –– Van Gia fishing village  – Ha Long bay – Amazing cave

Day 1     Ha Noi - Bai Tu Long Bay - Vung Vieng Village (L, D)

7.30-7.45  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 in cabins and begin your cruise.

13.30     Having lunch – delicious Vietnamese set menu (Massage service is available after lunch and throughout the tour).

15:00     Head to Bai Tu Long Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay. Visit the Vung Vieng fishing village by local rowing boat (01 hour) or Kayak into the village. Short visit to Pearl Farm to learn how natural pearls are created. Then return to the vessel for your leisure or join one of the following optional  activities: Sunbathing, traditional massage, swimming etc.

18:00       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  - Lan Ha Bay (B, L, D)

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

07.00     Paloma weighs anchor to sail through the bay and pass by several beautiful places such as Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu (Virgin) cave, Coc Ngoi (Toad) Islet, etc. Early breakfast in the dinning room.

08.30     Transfer to Smaller boat for Lan Ha Bay excursion.

09.30      Guided kayaking and swimming at Three Peaches beach, a pristine natural beach lapped by the turquoise water.

12.30     BBQ lunch is served on beach (depend on the weather or tide levels).

14.00     Continue to discovery Toi and Sang Cave (depend on the tide condition ), the most remote point in Lan Ha Bay and bordering the Gulf of Tonkin.
                 Visit its quaint fishing village and lagoon. Possibility of kayaking through an amazing tunnel under a karst mountain (time permitting).

16.00     Return to Paloma Cruise for dinner and overnight.

17.00     The vessel cruises back to the bay for second overnight anchorage near Ho Dong Tien. Happy hour (Sunset party).

19.15     Sumptuous Seafood 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 3     Amazing Cave - Ha Noi (B, L)

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

07.00     Have breakfast

08.00     Explore the Amazing Cave (Sung Sot Cave).

08:15     Transfer by tender to Amazing Cave. Amazing Cave is a huge cave consisting of three chambers, which you reach via 90 steps. Among the stalactites of the first hall, scores of gnomes appear to be holding a meeting. The walls of the second chamber sparkle if bright light is shone on them.

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 cabin, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabin (staff will transfer directly to the pier).

10:30     Enjoy Set Menu for lunch in the dining room. We will settle bills after lunch. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.

11.45     Arrive at Hon Gai Harbor. Transfer by tender to the pier, relax inside the Paloma Office while waiting for getting on Van back to Hanoi.

Arrive in Hanoi about 4:30 PM.

Notes :

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming, kayaking or snorkeling excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather.Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals onboard are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood.... Guests should advise any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport numberand visa expiry date for all passengers.

Children Policy:

• The FOC rate for children under 4 years old is applicable for one children sharing a cabin with two adults (No extra mattress), limited to one child per cabin.
• The Child Rate for children from 4 to 12 years old is applicable for one children sharing a cabin with two adults (No extra Mattress), limited to one child per cabin.
• Two children below 12 staying in a separate cabin will be charge 75% of the adult price. Children from 12 years older will be charged the same as adults.
• Extra bed is available with additional charge at 20$ /night (upon your request)

Things to bring & to know

• Passport with valid visa
• Some cash in Vietnamese Dong / USD for personal expenses
• Sun block or insect repellent and swimming suites
• Bring something warm to wear [From Dec till March]
• Please be ready on time for our pick up service at your hotel in Hanoi or at the harbor
• Please leave your big luggage at your hotel or Paloma office in Hanoi. 

Inclusion

• English Speaking Guide on boat
• Entrance and Sightseeing fees. 
• Overnight on Luxury Paloma Cruise
• All meal on board ( 3 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts )
• Cooking demonstration.
• 2 Sunset parties on sundeck
• Kayaking
• Welcome drink, cold handkerchief
• 2 bottles of mineral water in rooms
• Daily fresh fruit in cabin
• Service charge, Insurance on board

Exclusion

• Airfares
• Visa Arrangements
• Beverages, Tips, and Personal Expenses
• All other services not clearly mentioned in Inclusions
• Round trip shuttle bus transportation

Price of 2Days/1Night trip:

Price of 3Days/2Night trip: