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Halong Bay 2
days, 1night
08.30 approx
Our guide will
meet you at your
hotel. Mini bus
or private car
pick up.
Enjoy the
peaceful scenery
as we travel
through the
countryside,
farmlands and
Red River delta.
You will have a
chance to take
photos.
Comfort break.
The distance
from Hanoi to
Halong bay is
approximately 3
½ hours.
12 noon approx
Arrive Halong Bay. Welcome aboard The Paloma. Meet the captain and crew and join us for a welcome cocktail as we tell you about life onboard.
Check into your cabin. Time to refresh and unwind.
Set sail as lunch is prepared by our chef.
Join us for a relaxing lunch in the restaurant or on the outdoor dining area. Enjoy the stunning views of the Bay, its dramatic limestone islands as we sail through the calm waters.
Afternoon While we make our way to Bai Tu Long Bay, relax on the sundeck and watch the world go by or take an afternoon nap in your cabin. Early afternoon arrive at Vong Vieng floating fishing village
Drop anchor.
Our guide will give you some information and interesting facts about this fascinating village and its local community.
Disembark and travel on the sampans rowed by the local people. They will be your guides through their fishing village where you can meet the locals, visit the school and pearl farms. See at first-hand what life is like living on the water. We are proud of our working partnership with, and support of, this community.
Back on board The Paloma we head towards Halong Bay.
We drop anchor in the calm waters surrounded by islets
Opportunity to go swimming in the clear warm waters or go kayaking. Kayaking is suitable for all levels and ages. Our expert will run through the safety procedures and after a basic paddling lesson our experienced guide will lead you to explore the Bay, its lagoons and beaches.
For those who prefer a relaxing afternoon, make the most of sunbathing on deck or pamper yourself with a massage and sauna in our luxurious spa.
Early evening
Back on board,
enjoy the sunset
with evening
cocktails and
fresh fruit.
Take an
opportunity to
refresh and then
join friends for
a pre-dinner
drink in the
bar.
Dinner is served
in the
restaurant or
outdoor dining
area, which is a
gastronomic
delight.After
dinner, unwind
in the bar where
there is a
selection of
books, magazines
and board games
or relax in the
spa; watch a
movie on our
plasma TV; join
some of our team
to go cuttle
fishing at night
or take a late
night swim under
the stars.
Accommodation
and overnight on
junk.
6h30:
For the early risers join us for a Tai Chi session on the sun deck. Tai chi helps focus the mind and condition the body and there is no better environment to practice this than amongst the limestone peaks and islands.
Take an opportunity to view the sunrise over the Bay or have an early morning swim.
Breakfast, coffee and tea and served.
After breakfast we sail through the waters and pass by a number of caves including Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu (Virgin) cave, Coc Ngoi (Toad) cave and we drop anchor at Surprise (Sung Sot) Cave.
Disembark and visit Surprise Cave located on Bo Hon Island. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.
10h00
We board The Paloma again. Take time to refresh and relax before checking out. Bags can be left in the luggage store.
An early lunch is served.
12h00:
Return to the shore and disembark from The Paloma as our crew say farewell.
Transfer to minibus or private and return to Hanoi.
Arrival back at your hotel approximately 16:30/17:00
Our prices are
quoted in $USD
based
per person per
cabin for
accommodation
and full board
for 2 days 1
night
Items under cost
exclusions will
be quoted
separately.
| Cabin |
2 people sharing
(twin or double) |
Triple occupancy |
Single Supplement |
| Superior room |
$129 per person |
n/a |
$65 per person |
| Deluxe room |
$146 per person |
n/a |
$75 per person |
| Family suite* |
$169 per person |
3 pax maximum |
n/a |
| Paloma suite |
$175 per person |
n/a |
n/a |
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* Children Policy:
- Only one child under 4 can share the cabin with parents, free of charge.
- Children aged from 5 -11 will be charged 75% of adult price.
- Children from 12 years old will be charged as the same as adults.
- Baby cots available free of charge for every cabin - on request
* terms and conditions about our family Suite (1 double bed, 1 single bed)
- 2 adults and child 4 years old or under. Child no charge
- 2 adults and child 5-11 years. Charge of 75% for child
- 2 adults and child over 12 years old. Child full cost
Transport – round trip Hanoi-Halong-Hanoi
| Option |
Vehicle |
Price per person |
| Option 1 |
4 seater car |
upon resquest |
| Option 2 |
7 seater car |
upon resquest |
| Option 3 |
16- 25 seater coach |
15 USD / pax |
Costs include:
- Full equipped luxury en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water
- All meals onboard
- Complimentary mineral water
- Complimentary morning tea and coffee
- Welcome drink
- Tai Chi
- Cookery demonstrations (on request)
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Kayaking
- Fishing equipment
- English speaking guide
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Paloma Cruise, newly
established,
luxurious and
classic style junk
cruises offers the
perfect mix in
traditional elegance
and modern comfort,
experience the
world's natural
heritage site Halong
bay in style.
