The Paradise Cruises Experience is an immersion in culture, heritage and natural beauty of one of the most enchanting destinations in the world. Follow us on a journey rich in local color, luxurious surroundings, gracious services and discover the art of Paradise Cruises. Natural wonders and unique cultural experiences lie every turn during this – your most memorable – Vietnam vacation.
Cruising with us is like HEAVEN ON EARTH
By choosing a unique design and the finest natural materials --precious dark wood, creamy silk, crispy white linen, sea-blue taffeta, fine textured marble, delicate china and silver accessories—we have blended contemporary comforts with the richness of Vietnamese design. Lounge on a heavenly-soft bed with wide open view to Halong Bay. Each of Paradise Cruises’ 17 cabins delivers the ultimate in luxury and comfort, with an attention to detail and hints of local colour.
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay
08:00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi
11.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island 11.45 – 12.00: Transfer to cruise ship 12.00: Welcome Cocktail – cruise briefing, safety instructions, check-in cabins 12.15: Depart to Halong Bay – cruise and program commence 13.00 – 14.30: Asian Lunch Buffet 14.30: Arrive at Surprise Cave (Hang Sung Sot) – explore most famous grotto 15.45: Transfer to cruise ship 16.30: Arrive at Cua Van Fishing Village – experience life of local people 17.15: Continue cruise through Halong Bay 18.00: Arrive at Dong Tien (Fairy Cave) Area – swimming or kayaking, stay overnight 19.00 – 20.30: Asian Dinner Buffet 21.00 – 23.00: Happy Hour and Music – enjoy ‘Buy One - Get Two Drinks’ 21.00: Evening Activities– enjoy Movie Night, Board Games or Beauty Spa services 23.00: Program ends.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi
06.00: Tai Chi session on Sundeck 06.00 – 08.00: Morning Activities – swimming or kayaking, beauty spa services 07.00 – 08.30: International Breakfast Buffet 08.30: Continue cruise through Halong Bay 09.00: Check-out cabins and settle bills 10.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island 10.45: Transfer from cruise ship 11.00: Cruise and disembarkment
11:30: Drive back to Hanoi. Drop you off at your hotel. End of service.
Meals: Breakfast
Cabin Grade
May - Aug 2010
Jan - Apr & Sep - Dec 2010
Single
Double
Single
Double
Superior
287
185
325
205
Deluxe
332
205
370
220
Suites
420
255
458
275
Child from 5 - 12
100
125
Child under 5
FOC
FOC
Note:
Surcharge 25% on Lunar New Year, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve
Inclusions of the trip
Transfer Hanoi- Halong- Hanoi by private car/ minivan
Welcome Cocktail
Cruise Itinerary and Program
Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C
Luxury en-suite Bathroom
1 Asian Lunch and 2 Dinner Buffets
2 International Breakfast Buffets
1 Vietnamese Lunch Set Menu
Kayaking (subject to availability)
Snorkel Equipment (subject to availability)
Bicycle Trip (Mountain or Tour Bikes)
Guided Tour (Viet Hai Village/ Navy Peak)
Meeting Facilities and Equipment (charter only)
Tai Chi Session
Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges
Exclusions of the trip
Airfares, Hotel
Visa Arrangements
Beauty Spa Services and Massage
Beverages and Tobacco
Tips and other Personal Expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned above
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay
08:00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi 11.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island 11.45 – 12.00: Transfer to cruise ship 12.00: Welcome Cocktail – cruise briefing, safety instructions, check-in cabins 12.15: Depart to Halong Bay – cruise and program commence 13.00 – 14.30: Asian Lunch Buffet 14.30: Arrive at Surprise Cave (Hang Sung Sot) – explore most famous grotto 15.45: Transfer to cruise ship 16.30: Arrive at Cua Van Fishing Village – experience life of local people 17.15: Continue cruise through Halong Bay 18.00: Arrive at Dong Tien (Fairy Cave) Area – swimming or kayaking, stay overnight 19.00 – 20.30: Asian Dinner Buffet 21.00 – 23.00: Happy Hour and Music – enjoy ‘Buy One - Get Two Drinks’ 21.00: Evening Activities – enjoy Movie Night, Board Games or Beauty Spa services 23.00: Program ends.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2: Halong Cruissing
06.00: Tai Chi session on Sundeck 06.00 – 08.00: Morning Activities – swimming or kayaking, beauty spa services 07.00 – 08.30: International Breakfast Buffet 08.30: Transfer to local day-trip boat – depart to Cat Ba National Park 10.30 – 11.00: Arrive at Viet Hai Jetty – take bicycle trip through untouched forests and wildlife 11.30 – 12.30: Vietnamese Set Menu (local restaurant) 13.00 – 15.00: Enjoy village scenery or take steep hiking trip up Navy Peak (Dao Hai Quan) 15.00 – 15.30: Return to local day-trip boat 15.45: Depart from Viet Hai Jetty – continue cruise through Halong Bay 16.00 – 17.00: Arrive at Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach) Area – relaxing, swimming or snorkeling 18.00: Arrive at Dong Tien (Fairy Cave) Area – swimming or kayaking, stay overnight 19.00 – 20.30: Asian Dinner Buffet 21.00 – 23.00: Happy Hour and Music – enjoy ‘Buy One - Get Two Drinks’ 21.00: Evening Activities – enjoy Movie Night, Board Games or Beauty Spa services 23.00: Program ends.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi
06.00: Tai Chi session on Sundeck 06.00 – 08.00: Morning Activities – swimming or kayaking, beauty spa services 07.00 – 08.30: International Breakfast Buffet 08.30: Continue cruise through Halong Bay 09.00: Check-out cabins and settle bills 10.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island 10.45: Transfer from cruise ship 11.00: Cruise and disembarkment
11:30: Drive back to Hanoi. Drop you off at your hotel. End of service.
Meals: Breakfast
Cabin Grade
May - Aug 2010
Jan - Apr & Sep - Dec 2010
Single
Double
Single
Double
Superior
490
300
525
320
Deluxe
565
325
595
345
Suites
645
380
685
400
Child from 5 - 12
135
188
Child under 5
FOC
FOC
Note:
Surcharge 25% on Lunar New Year, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve
Inclusions of the trip
Transfer Hanoi- Halong- Hanoi by private car/ minivan
Facilities: Luxurious Cabins; Central Air- Conditioning; En-suite Bathroom; Private Balconies; Dining Room and Bar; Beauty Spa and- Massage; Conference Equipment; Sport Equipment; Cruise Program; Entertainment
Service
Dining onboard of Paradise Cruises combines sophisticated intercontinental tastes along with the best of local flavours. Discover our culinary world and let the laid-back spirit of Halong Bay set the tone for your dining experiences. Our onboard team explores the connection between food, wine and culture.
Enjoy a spiritual sunset by kayaking through the caves of Halong Bay. Treat yourself with a signature massage – or be inspired by the peaceful experience of a Vietnamese Sunrise and Morning Tai Chi Session.
INCLUDED: Welcome Cocktail; Cruise Itinerary and Program; Entrance and Sightseeing; Fees In-house; English-speaking Tour Guide; Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C; Luxury en-suite Bathroom; 1 Asian Lunch and Dinner Buffet; 1 International Breakfast Buffet; Kayaking (subject to availability); Snorkel Equipment (subject to availability); Meeting Facilities and Equipment (charter only); Tai Chi Session Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges
TEAM: Paradise Cruises consists of a young enthusiastic Team of hospitality fanatics, let by his Swiss General Manager who lives since 2003 in Vietnam. If he is not onboard of one of our Vessels, you will meet him by arriving on Tuan Chau Island.
