Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay (L, D)
7:30 am to 8:30 am: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Along the way to Halong Bay, we will stop for a short break in an arts and crafts center. Here you are able to watch the product being made and grab a snack to eat.
11.30 am: Check-in at Paradise Lounge – Tuan Chau Island.
Your first stop on arrival at Tuan Chau Island is the Paradise check-in lounge. You will have time to refresh yourself after the long drive from Hanoi.
12:30 pm: Embark on Paradise Luxury.
After your transfer to Paradise Luxury, you will be checked-in, then taken to the restaurant, where you will be briefed about your cruise while enjoying your welcome drink.
13:00 pm: Lunch at the restaurant.
As the Paradise Luxury makes its way to Halong Bay, you will have time to savor your delicious lunch while enjoying the stunning views – your first introduction to this majestic landscape.
14:00 pm: Cruising Halong Bay or enjoy a Spa Treatment
After lunch, you will have time to be enchanted by the stunning landscape of Halong Bay. If the first stop isn’t for you, you can opt for an afternoon of pampering and indulgence at Le Parfum Spa.
14:30 pm: Visit Tung Sau Pearl Farm or kayak.
Your first excursion is a visit to Tung Sau Pearl Farm, an area in Halong Bay dedicated to growing pearls and practicing a handmade technique based on Vietnamese tradition and Japanese technology. This is also an ideal destination for kayaking. If this excursion doesn’t take your fancy, stay on board and treat yourself to a delicious afternoon tea.
16:00 pm: Visit Sung Sot Cave
Your second stop of the day is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, where you will be surprised by the breath-taking panoramic view across the Bay once you exit the cave. This is the largest cave in Halong Bay, and the stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years have taken on fascinating shapes. Alternatively, stay on board and sample the selection of delicacies available at afternoon tea in the restaurant.
17:45 pm: Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails at Le Piano Bar and Cooking Demonstration
Paradise Luxury will anchor overnight at Coconut Tree Island. This is the perfect time for you to enjoy a cocktail or two as the sun sets over the karst landscape. Foodies can partake in Vietnamese cooking demonstration before dinner, and guaranteed to whet the appetite.
19:30 pm: Royal Bao Dai Dinner
Dress like kings and queens for the Royal Bao Dai dinner at the restaurant. The rest of the evening is free for you to relax with a drink* or two, go squid fishing, book in for a spa treatment at Le Parfum Spa or watch a movie in the restaurant.
Day 2: Halong Cruise Full Day (B, L, D)
06:30 am: Tai Chi on L'Odyssée Sundeck
Welcome your second day onboard Paradise Luxury with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises, followed by a light breakfast in the restaurant.
07:45 am: Breakfast at the restaurant
Continental breakfast will be served in the restaurant.
08:30 am: Transfer to the Paradise Explorer tender to go deeper into the Bay
Don’t forget to bring along all your necessary items, like a camera and sunscreen to make sure your experience the best of Halong Bay on your excursions.
09:00 am: Visit Titop Island
Hike to the top of Titop Island for stunning panoramic views of the Bay. After your hike, go for a refreshing swim in Halong Bay’s emerald waters or sip from a coconut in the shade.
10:30 am: Cruise to Trong Cave
After visiting the must-see Titop Island, your next stop will be Trong Cave, in Bo Hon Island. Inside the cave, all visitors will be surprised by so many stalactites hung down from the ceiling. This is also an ideal destination for those who would like to kayak.
12:00 pm: Lunch in the restaurant
After your morning excursions, re-energize yourself with a fresh and delicious lunch in the restaurant.
14:00 pm: Take a trip to Cua Van Floating Village
The largest of five remaining floating fishing villages in the Bay, you will visit Cua Van Floating Village by bamboo boats rowed by locals, or you can opt to kayak*. Wave to friendly locals as they go about their daily lives, which have remained largely unchanged for centuries.
15:30 pm: Return to Paradise Luxury
17:45 pm: Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails and Cooking Demonstration
Paradise Luxury will anchor overnight at Coconut Tree Island. This is the perfect time for you to enjoy a cocktail or two as the sun sets over the karst landscape. Foodies can partake in Vietnamese cooking demonstration before dinner, and try a pre-dinner cocktail or two.
19:30 pm: Dinner time
Savor your last dinner in the restaurant, choose to eat in your cabin or on the sundeck - it’s completely up to you. After dinner, if you haven’t tried squid fishing, this is your last chance. Or you may just want to wind down with a movie in the restaurant.
Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi (B, L)
06:30 am: Tai Chi on Sundeck
Begin your last day in Halong Bay with a calming Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by a light breakfast, coffee, and pastries. Spoil yourself and book in for one last spa treatment at Le Parfum Spa. Relax in your cabin or on the sundeck, watching Halong Bay drift past.
08:00 am: Breakfast in the restaurant
Prepare for the day ahead with a freshly prepared and healthy breakfast. Bill settlement and check-out.
10:30 am: Disembark at the Tuan Chau Marina
After disembarking from the Paradise Luxury, guests who are returning to Hanoi on the Paradise shuttle bus will be served a light lunch.
12:00 pm: Return to Hanoi.
Notes: Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding.
Inclusion
– 3-days Cruise itinerary and program
– 2 nights in luxury cabins/suites with en-suite bathroom, air conditioning
– 2 breakfasts / 2 lunches / 2 dinners
– Complimentary regular tea and coffee onboard
– One bottle of water per person in the cabin per day
– Cooking demonstration and Tai Chi session
– Onboard insurance, taxes and service charges
– Entrance and sightseeing fees
Exclusion
– Airfare & airport transfers
– Visa arrangements
– Kayak
– Spa treatment services
– Beverages and tobacco
– Tips and other expenses not mentioned in inclusions
What to bring:
– SunGlasses
– Sun Block
– Wide Brim Hat
– Insect Repellent
– Swimming Suits
– Warm Clothes (in winter from November to April)
– Original Passport