Paloma Cruise
Overview
About Paloma Cruise
Anyone who has cruised Halong Bay with Paloma will insist on it being an unforgettable experience: her exquisite luxury, unrivalled itimate feel, calm setting of natural beauty. The hospitable crew on board is ready to welcome you with a memorable stay on one of the well-appointed cabins.
Paloma Cruise boasts elegant beauty and optimum service. The 18 cabins and 4 suites will cater to all types of tastes and budget as you take a tour around one of the most breath-taking natural wonders of the world. All cabins and suites are well equipped with bathroom, air conditioning, in house phone, mini bar, safety box, with area ranging from 13.5m2 to 27m2. The utmost luxury family suites with private balcony will promise your family a time to remmeber.
Included in the home-away-from-home cruise feel is a selection of relaxation and entertainment amenities. The Sundeck on the fourth floor is perfect for taking photos or even just resting and sunbathing. Fully equipped bar and dining venues will make your adventure even more complete, with options for vegetarian foods available by the exquisite chef. Guests can also participate in one of the many exciting activities from cuttle fishing to kayaking as they tour the Bay.
Paloma Cruise includes in its itinerary major Halong’s and Bai Tu Long’s highlights such as Thien Canh Son Cave and Vong Vieng fishing village, promising you a trip to remember.
Best things we love:
4 things that we love most about Paloma Cruise
- Off-the-beaten path cruising route in Bai Tu Long Bay
- Spacious and recently renovated cabins
- Diverse food options
- Family cabin available
Your Itinerary
2D1N Itinerary:
Day 1: Hanoi – Bai Tu Long Bay
Morning:
Our shuttle bus will pick you up between 7:5am and 8:15am, taking you on a 3.5 hour ride to Halong Bay. Arrive at Paloma Office in Ha Long City at 12:30 and quickly transfer to Paloma Cruise and enjoy welcome drink.
Afternoon:
The lunch time is delighted with a delicious Vietnamese set menu while the boat is cruising toward Bai Tu Long Bay, passing Hon Gai and Cam Pha Town, Oan Lagoon, Mat Quy (Monster Face) Island, Am Tich Islet and then stop at Thien Canh Son Cave. Enjoy exploring the cave for 1 hour then have plenty of time for swimming and sunbathing on Hon Co island.
In the late afternoon, anchor at Cong Dam area for sunset party, sumptuous dinner and overnight on board with a wide range of entertainments: board games, massage services, dancing, etc.
Day 2: Bai Tu Long Bay – Hanoi
Morning:
Begin a new day with much inspiration by joining in morning Tai Chi class on the sundeck while complimentary tea and coffee are served.
Arrive at Vung Vieng fishing village at 08:30am via bamboo sampan. Come back to the boat and pack up your luggage in about 30 minutes. Enjoy set menu lunch in the dining room and relax and capture the last pieces of Ha Long Bay before the cruise arrives at Hon Gai Harbor at 11:30. Get on our car/van and travel back to Hanoi.
3D2N Itinerary:
Day 1: Hanoi – Bai Tu Long Bay
Morning:
At 8:00AM, Cozy Vietnam Travel Tour’s bus or private car pick you up at your hotel for a 3.5 hours drive to Ha Long (transfer not included in cabin price). Arrivet at Paloma Office in Ha Long City at 12:30 and quickly transfer to Paloma Cruise and enjoy welcome drink.
Afternoon:
The lunch time is delighted with a delicious Vietnamese set menu while the boat is cruising toward Bai Tu Long Bay, passing Hon Gai and Cam Pha Town, Oan Lagoon, Mat Quy (Monster Face) Island, Am Tich Islet and then stop at Thien Canh Son Cave. Explore the cave by hiking and later move to a nearby area for kayaking.
In the late afternoon, anchor at Cong Dam area for sunset party, sumptuous dinner and overnight on board with a wide range of entertainments: board games, massage services, dancing, etc.
Day 2: Bai Tu Long Bay – Cap La
Morning:
Get up early to contemplate the great view of the sunrise over the Bay and take part in Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Enjoy a light breakfast while the ship is sailing through beautiful places such as Trong (Drum) Cave, Trinh Nu (Virgin Cave), Coc Ngoi (Toad) Islet, etc. Transfer to day boat and visit untouched parts of Ha Long Cap La Area. Kayaking through lagoon at Geological park in Capla Area. Enjoy lunch (beach/ boat as weather allows).
Afternoon:
Continue discovering the the most remote area. More time for kayaking around the magnifient karsts of the Bay.
Taste the sumptuous seafood set then choose to relax on your own ways for the remaining time of the night.
Day 3: Vung Vieng fishing village – Hanoi
Morning:
Begin a new day with much inspiration by joining in morning Tai Chi class on the sundeck while complimentary tea and coffee are served.
Arrive at Vung Vieng Village. Here, get on rowing boat and kayak into the village for one hour to explore the daily life of a fishing village, then return to the vessel for your leisure. Check out of your cabin and enjoy set menu lunch in the dining room and relax and capture the last pieces of Ha Long Bay before the cruise arrives at Hon Gai Harbor at 11:30. Get on our car/van and travel back to Hanoi.
Payment & Cancellation
Cruise Policy:
- Check-in: 12.00 am
- Check-out: 11.00 am
- Arrival time in Hanoi: 04:30pm
- Guide: English Speaking Guide
- Child under 5 years sharing fully paid cabin with parents: No additional charge, limited to one child per cabin.
- Child from 5 to 11 sharing fully paid cabin with parents: Charge 75%, limited to one child per cabin
- Child from 12 and above are charged as adult
- Shuttle bus: $15/person/round trip, pick up and drop off from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter only
- Peak Season Surcharge: $25/person for stay on 24 / 31 December 2017 and 15-18 February 2018
Booking Policy:
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
- From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates
- From 6 to 3 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates.
- Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
Inclusions:
- Full equipped luxury en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water
- All meals onboard
- Complimentary mineral water
- Complimentary morning tea and coffee
- Welcome drink
- Cookery demonstrations
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Kayaking
- Fishing equipment
- English speaking guide
Exclusions:
- Transfer from Hanoi to Halong and return by Shuttle Bus (service available – see Cruise policy)
- Additional drinks
- Tips and other personal expenses
- All other services not mentioned above
- Peak season surcharge: $25/person for stay on 24 / 31 December 2017 and 15-18 February 2018