Destinations: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Paradise Cruise
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights

Paradise Cruises invites you to explore a more authentic side to Halong Bay’s natural, historic and cultural beauty, 3 days 2 nights, trekking option, kayaking option Brief Itinerary

Everybody knows Ha Long Bay is one of the world's cultural heritages but not all of them know why it is claimed a heritage. Ha Long is famous for its beautiful scenery, great creation of nature, fresh air and wonderful climate to all tourists who want to get away from busy life and to discover the gift of The Creator.. Ha Long Bay is located 170 km away from Hanoi; far enough for tourists to see such a different in the freshening weather .The Bay contains nearly 3000 islands and islets, gorgeous beaches which make Ha Long Bay attractive the most.

Day 1: HANOI - HALONG (-/L/D)
Day 2: HALONG - CAT BA (B/L/D)
Day 3: HALONG - HANOI (B/-)

Details of program

Day 1: HANOI - HALONG (-/L/D)
08.00 - 08.30: Pick up at Hanoi Opera House, transfer to Halong.
11.45 – 12.00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island.
12.00 – 12.15: Transfer to cruise ship.
12.15: Welcome Cocktail – cruise briefing, safety instructions, check-in cabins.
13.00 – 14.30: Enjoy an Asian Buffet lunch as the vessel sails to Halong Bay passing the Fighting cocks islet (Hon Cap Ga), the Elephant leg islet, the Castle islet, the Titop island.
14.30: Arrive at Luon Cave, explore most famous grotto in the entire Halong bay by local rowing boat.
Enjoy kayaking activities (weather permitted) or discover the Surprise grotto.
15.30: Transfer back to cruise ship. Continue cruising through the bay.
16.30: Arrive at Tien Ong cave and visit the Cua Van floating village, experience the daily life of local people – possibility of kayaking.
17.15: Continue cruise through Halong Bay.
17.30: Enjoy the open-air cooking demonstration on the sundeck (weather permitting) and discover the secrets of the Vietnamese cuisine.
18.00: Arrive at Tung Sau area (pearl farm), swimming or kayaking, stay overnight.
18.00 – 19.00: Enjoy our open-air cocktail bar located on the sundeck.
19.00 – 21.00: Savor a delicious five course Set-dinner.
21.00 – 23.00: Happy Hour and Music on the open-air sundeck bar – Enjoy "Buy One - Get Two Drinks".
21.00: Evening activities – enjoy Movie Night, Board Games or Beauty Spa services, relax at leisure.

Day 2: HALONG - CAT BA (B/L/D)
06.15: Tai Chi session on Sundeck.
07.00 – 08.00: International Breakfast Buffet.
08.00: Transfer to local day-trip boat. Begin to cruise to some of Halong Bay’s more secluded and untouched locales. Exact locations depend on tide and weather conditions.
09.00: Arrive at Dark cave for kayaking (weather permitting).
10.00: Depart to Cat Ba National Park.
11.00: Arrive at Viet Hai Jetty, take bicycle/Motorcycle trip through untouched forests and wildlife. Discover the Viet Hai village scenery.
13.00: Return to local day boat. Enjoy a sumptuous seafood lunch - Continue cruise through Halong Bay.
14.00: Arrive at Lan Ha bay and explore the Three Peach area. Relaxing on the beach, kayaking, swimming or snorkeling.
16.30: Return to Paradise overnight vessel, relax at leisure, stay overnight.
18.00: Arrive at Tung Sau area (pearl farm).
18.00 – 19.00: Enjoy our open-air cocktail bar located on the sundeck.
19.00 – 21.00: Savor a delicious five course Set-dinner
21.00 – 23.00: Happy Hour and Music on the open-air sundeck bar – Enjoy "Buy One - Get Two Drinks".
21.00: Enjoy evening activities, movie night, board games or beauty spa services.

Day 3: HALONG - HANOI (B/-)
06.15: Tai Chi session on Sundeck, beauty spa services (until 10.00 AM).
07.00 – 09.00: International Breakfast Buffet.
07.00: Continue the cruise through Halong Bay.
07.45: Arrive at Ti Top Island. Enjoy the Ti Top Beach or hick the view point, swimming or kayaking activities (subject to weather permission).
08.30: Continue cruise through Halong Bay.
09.30: Check-out cabins and settle bills, luggage collection.
10.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau island, transfer from cruise ship.
11.00: Transfer to Hanoi, Paradise Cruise wishes to serve you next time!