Paradise Luxury Cruise Halong Bay

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay

11.30

• Check in at Paradise Suites Hotel – Tuan Chau Island: On arrival at Paradise Suites Hotel after the long drive from Hanoi, enjoy your light refreshments before boarding time.

12:30

• Embark on Paradise Peak: Once you have embarked, you will be taken to the restaurant where you’ll meet the Paradise Peak crew. While you enjoy your welcome drink, you will be given a short briefing about your cruise and itinerary, Don’t forget – your butler will take care of your every need while you are on board.

13:00

• Paradise Peak special lunch: On board Paradise Peak, you can dine anywhere. You can have your lunch served in the restaurant, sundeck or your cabin.

14:00

• Cruise Halong Bay or a enjoy Spa Treatment: After lunch is the time to contemplate the timeless beauty of Halong Bay as Paradise Peak cruises past the limestone islands, islets and towers. Alternatively, you may wish to use this time for a spa treatment at Le Parfum Spa*.

14:30

• Visit to 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

• Visit to Sung Sot Cave: Your second stop of the day is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave. The cave itself is stunning but so are the views on exit, where you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views across the Bay.

17:45

• Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails* at Le Piano Bar and Cooking Demonstration: The Paradise Peak will anchor overnight at Coconut Tree Island. Indulge in a cocktail or two during Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails* as you watch the sunset from the sundeck, followed by a demonstration of easy-to-make Vietnamese recipes.

19:30

• Paradise Royal Dinner: Enjoy your Paradise Royal Dinner your way – dine anywhere you want on the ship: your cabin, the sundeck or the restaurant. It really is up to you. After dinner, the rest of the evening is yours to enjoy: squid fishing, a movie in your cabin, more drinks* on the sundeck or even a spa treatment at Le Parfum Spa*.

Day 2: Halong Bay

06:30

• Tai Chi on Sundeck: Awaken your senses with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck before breakfast. Breathe in the fresh morning air, watch the sunrise and feel your body revitalise.

07:45

• Breakfast in the restaurant: Your fresh and healthy breakfast is served in the restaurant, ahead of a full day of excursions.

08:30

• Transfer to the Paradise Explorer tender to go further into the Bay: Make sure you remember to bring all the items necessary for an enjoyable day in Halong Bay, like your camera and sunscreen.

09:00

• Visit to Titov Island: Paradise Peak arrives at “must see” Titov Island. Hike to the top for stunning views of Halong Bay, or go for a refreshing swim in the cool, emerald waters. For a more relaxing visit, you can people-watch while sipping on a coconut.

10:30

• Cruise to Trong Cave: After visiting the must-see Titov Island, your next stop will be Trong Cave, in Bo Hon Island. Inside the cave, all visitors will be surprised by so many stalacties hung down from the ceiling. This is also an ideal destination for those who would like to kayak.

12:00

• Lunch in the restaurant: After the morning’s excursions, a fresh and delicious Vietnamese set lunch is served in the restaurant.

14:00

• Trip to Cua Van Floating Village: Visit Cua Van Floating Village – the largest of five remaining floating fishing village in the Bay. You will be transported there by locals rowing bamboo boats or you can kayak* at your own pace. A visit to this village is like stepping back in time, and is a reminder of the rich cultural history of Halong Bay.

15:30

• Return to Paradise Peak.

17:45

• Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails* and Cooking Demonstration: The Paradise Peak will again anchor overnight at Coconut Tree Island. Watch the sun set while enjoying Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails* on the sundeck, followed by a cooking demonstration and pre-dinner cocktails*.

19:30

• Dinner time: This is your last dinner aboard Paradise Peak, savour these precious moments by dining in any spot that suits you. The rest of the evening is can be as active or relaxing as you choose. You could give squid fishing a try or simply relax with a movie and a nightcap movie in your cabin.

Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi

06:30

• 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

• Breakfast in the restaurant: Prepare for the day ahead with a freshly prepared and healthy breakfast. Bill settlement and check-out.

10:30

• Disembark at the Tuan Chau Marina: After disembarking from the Paradise Peak, guests who are returning to Hanoi on the Paradise shuttle bus will be served a light lunch.

12:00:

• Return to Hanoi.

*Additional charges.