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Day 1: Hanoi - Halong
Bay (Lunch and dinner included)
08:30 am 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
hours
12 noon 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.
Day 2: Halong Bay exploration (Breakfast,
lunch and dinner
included)
06:30 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
or tea is served. After breakfast transfer from The
Paloma to a smaller boat which will take you to one of
the more remote and secluded parts of the Lan Ha Bay
waters and islands. Our guide will take you on a
kayaking tour of the waters. There is no better way to
discover the lagoons, the coral reef, beaches and
limestone peaks. Or sunbathe on one of the secluded
beaches, go swimming.
During the morning our chef and crew prepare a special
BBQ lunch on the private beach (depends on the weather).
After lunch we discover Ho Ba Ham Islet in Lan Ha Bay
which borders the Gulf of Tonkin. Our local guide will
take you on a tour of the local community, Van Gia
fishing village and lagoons.
16:00 Back on board The Paloma, take time to refresh and
relax.
Early evening Enjoy the sunset with evening cocktails
and fresh fruit. Dinner is served in the restaurant or
outdoor dining area. 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 night fishing or take a
late night swim under the stars. Accommodation and
overnight on junk.
Day 3: Halong Bay cruise - Hanoi (Breakfast and lunch
included)
06:30 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.
10:00 am Back on board. Take time to refresh and relax
before checking out. Bags can be left in the luggage
store. An early lunch is served.
12 noon Return to the shore and disembark from The
Paloma as our crew say farewell.
Transfer to minibus or private car and return to
Hanoi.Arrival back at your hotel approximately 16:30
Tour Includes:
Transfers round trip by shuttle van
English speaking guide on board
Accommodation on board
All meals on board as mentioned in the itinerary
Entrance fees and permits
Insurance on board
Tour does not include:
Pre & post trip arrangements in Hanoi
Beverages and meals not mentioned
Tips, Personal expenses
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Cabin type |
Price per person in USD |
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Twin or
double |
325 |
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Single |
440 |
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