Overview
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay on a 3-day luxury cruise adventure aboard Paradise Elegance and Paradise Explorer. Departing from Hanoi, this immersive journey allows you to explore iconic limestone karsts, hidden caves, and traditional floating fishing villages while enjoying world-class comfort, gourmet cuisine, and engaging cultural experiences. From sunrise Tai Chi sessions to evening cooking classes and live music performances, this shared-boat experience offers the perfect combination of relaxation, adventure, and authentic Vietnamese charm. Ideal for travelers seeking an unforgettable and multi-faceted Halong Bay experience.
Highlights
- Extended Halong Bay Exploration: Cruise through the bay’s most famous sites including Titov Island, Luon Cave, Tien Ong Cave, Cua Van Fishing Village, and Sung Sot Cave.
- Luxury Cruise Experience: Stay aboard the elegant Paradise Elegance and Paradise Explorer with comfortable cabins, sundeck, lounges, and onboard spa treatments.
- Cultural & Culinary Experiences: Participate in multiple Vietnamese cooking classes, savor gourmet lunches and dinners, and enjoy local specialties on board.
- Adventure & Leisure Activities: Hike up Titov Island, swim or kayak in pristine waters, enjoy squid fishing, or relax with a movie in your cabin.
- Sunrise & Sunset Moments: Energize with Tai Chi at dawn and enjoy stunning sunsets paired with Happy Hour and live music performances.
- Authentic Local Encounters: Visit Cua Van, a traditional floating fishing village, for kayaking, bamboo boat rides, and a glimpse of daily life on the water.
- Panoramic Views: Admire breathtaking vistas of Halong Bay’s limestone karsts, secluded islets, and tranquil waters throughout your journey.
Inclusive
- 3Days/2Night cruise on board a cruise in Ha Long Bay (double/twin cabin on shared boat).
- Experienced English-speaking guide on cruise.
- Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner): 02 breakfasts; 01 brunch, 02 lunches; 02 dinners as indicated in the program
Exclusive
- Car/Transfer: Ha Noi – Ha Long – Ha Noi (2 rounds)
- Early check-in or late check-out
- International/Domestic flight tickets
- Meals (other than mentioned in the program)
- Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation
- Visa – as per country requirements
- Offering tips and expressing gratitude for guides and drivers.
- Travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance)
- Optional excursions and activities
Trip details
12:00 12:15 : Arrive on Tuan Chau island and begin your cruise check-in process.
12:30: You will be given a short briefing about your cruise itinerary and safety regulations while enjoying your welcome drink aboard Paradise Elegance.
13:00 – 14:30: Time to enjoy a sumptuous lunch at Le Marin Restaurant while Paradise Elegance navigates the beautiful islets of Ha Long Bay.
14:30 – 15:30: Visit Titov Island – the island is named after the Russian cosmonaut Gherman Stepanovich Titov. You can either choose to hike up the mountain for a fantastic overview of Halong Bay or head down to the beach for sun, sand and sea.
15:45 – 16:45: Visit Luon Cave – a fascinating natural wonder located in the heart of Halong Bay. You will have the chance to travel undеr thе limеstоnе mоuntаin and admire at the amazing rock formations and crystal-clear waters via bamboo boat or kayak*.
17:30 – 18:30: At sunset, Paradise Elegance will anchor overnight. It is the perfect time to enjoy Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1 free from 17:30 to 18:30) and a cooking class on the notable Vietnamese dish while indulging in a outstanding performance of the Philippines band** at L’Odyssée Sundeck or Piano Lounge.
19:00 – 22:00: Savour a gourmet dinner prepared by our talented chefs at Le Marin restaurant.
21:00 – 23:00: After dinner, indulge in drinks* and a live music performance** at Piano Lounge, cast a line whilst squid fishing at the back of the boat, enjoy the latest movies in the Piano Lounge, and enjoy natural relaxing treatments at Le Parfum Spa*
06:30: Boost the energy for the new day with a Tai Chi session at L’Odyssée Sundeck.
07:45 Enjoy a buffet breakfast at Le Marin Restaurant.
09:00 – 9:30 Transfer to Paradise Explorer to immerse yourself in the magnificent Ha Long Bay.
10:00 – 11:00 Enjoy splendid scenic views aboard Paradise Explorer when the cruise passes by iconic sites of Ha Long Bay such as Ho Dong Tien cave, Trong cave, Trinh Nu cave, Hang Dau islet, Hang Than islet, etc.
11:00 – 12:00 Visit Tien Ong Cave – a magnificent cave with landscapes and a primitive charm like no other with a system of thousands of years old stalactites and stalagmites. Archelogists have also discovered human bones and artefacts dating back to 10,000 BC – 8,000 BC.
12:30 Savour your delightful lunch when Paradise Explorer anchor with beautiful scenery and rare tranquility in Ha Long Bay.
13:30 Visit Cua Van fishing village – the first floating cultural village model for fishers of the sea in Vietnam. Enjoy kayaking* or bamboo boat here.
14:30 – 15:30 Enjoy afternoon tea onboard Paradise Explorer whilst admiring spectacular scenic views of Ha Long Bay.
15:15 – 15:30 Back to Paradise Elegance cruise and enjoy the incredible voyage with our masterpiece cruise.
17:00 At sunset, Paradise Elegance will anchor overnight.
17:15 – 19:00 Experience a cooking class on another renowned Vietnamese dish at L’Odyssée Sundeck/ Piano Lounge. It’s the perfect time to enjoy Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1 free from 17:30 to 18:30) while immersing yourself in live music performance**.
19:00 Savour your scrumptious dinner featuring delightful dishes prepared by the talented chef.
20:30 – 23:00 After dinner, indulge in drinks* and a live music performance** at Piano Lounge, join the squid fishing at the back of the cruise, enjoy fantastic movies in your cabin, and enjoy natural relaxing treatments at Le Parfum Spa*.
Night on cruise
06:30 Energise for the new day with a Tai Chi session on L’Odyssée’s sundeck
07:00 Enjoy a light breakfast with some freshly baked pastries, coffee, and tea at Le Marin Restaurant.
07:45 – 08:45 Visit Sung Sot Cave – the most beautiful and largest cave in Halong Bay. Let your imagination run wide with stalactites and stalagmites of various shapes and sizes. As you exit the labyrinth, take in one of the most amazing panoramic views of the bay
08:50 Breakfast will be served at Le Marin Restaurant while the cruise passes by Thien Cung and Dau Go Cave and the Fighting Cock Islet.
09:40 – 10:15 Settle your bills and return room keys to the reception area, then sit back in Piano Lounge or on the sundeck to relax for the rest of the cruise.
10:15 – 10:30 Paradise Elegance returns to Tuan Chau Marina. You will disembark and finish your journey here.
