Paradise Cruise, Halong Bay Cruises, Halong Bay Junks

Paradise Cruises offer the finest way to explore the charming beauty of Halong Bay! The Paradise Cruises Experience is an immersion in culture, heritage and natural beauty of one of the most enchanting destinations in the world. Follow us on a journey rich in local color, luxurious surroundings, gracious services to explore the art of Paradise Cruises. Natural wonders and unique cultural experience lie every turn during this – your most memorable – Vietnam vacation.

With a unique design and the finest natural materials --precious dark wood, creamy silk, crispy white linen, sea-blue taffeta, fine texture marble, delicate china and silver accessories-- Contemporary comforts blended with the richness of Vietnamese design. Lounge on a heavenly-soft bed with wide open view to Halong Bay. Each of Paradise Cruises 17 cabins’ delivers the ultimate in luxury and comfort with our attention to detail of hints of local color.

Dining on board Paradise Cruises combines sophisticated intercontinental tastes along with the best of local flavors. Discover our culinary world and let the laid-back spirit of Halong Bay set the tone for your dining experiences. Our on board team explores the connection between food, wine and culture. Enjoy a spiritual sunset by kayaking through the caves of Halong Bay. Treat yourself with a signature massage – or be inspired by the peaceful experience of a Vietnamese Sunrise and Morning Tai Chi Session.

Paradise Cruises consists of a young enthusiastic Team of hospitality fanatics, let by his Swiss General Manager who lives since 2003 in Vietnam. If he is not on board of one of our Vessels, you will meet him by arriving on Tuan Chau Island. Cruising with us is like HEAVEN ON EARTH By choosing a unique design and the finest natural materials --precious dark wood, creamy silk, crispy white linen, sea-blue taffeta, fine textured marble, delicate china and silver accessories—we have blended contemporary comforts with the richness of Vietnamese design. Lounge on a heavenly-soft bed with wide open view to Halong Bay. Each of Paradise Cruises’ 17 cabins delivers the ultimate in luxury and comfort, with an attention to detail and hints of local colour.

Vessels

Long: 41.5m; Wide: 9.0m; High: 11.5m

Cabins

Paradise I: 6 Superior (16.2m²); 9 Deluxe (18.2m²); 2 Suites (19.2m²)

Paradise II: 6 Superior (16.2m²); 7 Deluxe (18.2m²); 4 Suites (19.2m²)

Facilities Luxurious Cabins: Central Air-Conditioning; En-suite Bathroom; Private Balconies; Dining Room and Bar; Beauty Spa and Massage; Conference Equipment; Sport Equipment; Cruise Program; Entertainment

DAY 1: HANOI - HALONG BAY

08:00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi

11.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island
11.45 – 12.00: Transfer to cruise ship
12.00: Welcome Cocktail – cruise briefing, safety instructions, check-in cabins
12.15: Depart to Halong Bay – cruise and program commence
13.00 – 14.30: Asian Lunch Buffet
14.30: Arrive at Surprise Cave (Hang Sung Sot) – explore most famous grotto
15.45: Transfer to cruise ship
16.30: Arrive at Cua Van Fishing Village – experience life of local people
17.15: Continue cruise through Halong Bay
18.00: Arrive at Dong Tien (Fairy Cave) Area – swimming or kayaking, stay overnight
19.00 – 20.30: Asian Dinner Buffet
21.00 – 23.00: Happy Hour and Music – enjoy ‘Buy One - Get Two Drinks’
21.00: Evening Activities– enjoy Movie Night, Board Games or Beauty Spa services
23.00: Program ends.

Meals: Lunch, dinner

DAY 2: HALONG CRUISING - HANOI

06.00: Tai Chi session on Sundeck
06.00 – 08.00: Morning Activities – swimming or kayaking, beauty spa services
07.00 – 08.30: International Breakfast Buffet
08.30: Continue cruise through Halong Bay
09.00: Check-out cabins and settle bills
10.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island
10.45: Transfer from cruise ship
11.00: Cruise and disembarkment

11:30: Drive back to Hanoi. Drop you off at your hotel. End of service.

Meals: Breakfast

Note:

Surcharge 25% on Lunar New Year, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve

DAY 1: HANOI - HALONG BAY

08:00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi

11.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island
11.45 – 12.00: Transfer to cruise ship
12.00: Welcome Cocktail – cruise briefing, safety instructions, check-in cabins
12.15: Depart to Halong Bay – cruise and program commence
13.00 – 14.30: Asian Lunch Buffet
14.30: Arrive at Surprise Cave (Hang Sung Sot) – explore most famous grotto
15.45: Transfer to cruise ship
16.30: Arrive at Cua Van Fishing Village – experience life of local people
17.15: Continue cruise through Halong Bay
18.00: Arrive at Dong Tien (Fairy Cave) Area – swimming or kayaking, stay overnight
19.00 – 20.30: Asian Dinner Buffet
21.00 – 23.00: Happy Hour and Music – enjoy ‘Buy One - Get Two Drinks’
21.00: Evening Activities – enjoy Movie Night, Board Games or Beauty Spa services
23.00: Program ends.

Meals: Lunch, dinner

DAY 2: HALONG CRUISING

06.00: Tai Chi session on Sundeck
06.00 – 08.00: Morning Activities – swimming or kayaking, beauty spa services
07.00 – 08.30: International Breakfast Buffet
08.30: Transfer to local day-trip boat – depart to Cat Ba National Park
10.30 – 11.00: Arrive at Viet Hai Jetty – take bicycle trip through untouched forests and wildlife
11.30 – 12.30: Vietnamese Set Menu (local restaurant)
13.00 – 15.00: Enjoy village scenery or take steep hiking trip up Navy Peak (Dao Hai Quan)
15.00 – 15.30: Return to local day-trip boat
15.45: Depart from Viet Hai Jetty – continue cruise through Halong Bay
16.00 – 17.00: Arrive at Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach) Area – relaxing, swimming or snorkeling
18.00: Arrive at Dong Tien (Fairy Cave) Area – swimming or kayaking, stay overnight
19.00 – 20.30: Asian Dinner Buffet
21.00 – 23.00: Happy Hour and Music – enjoy ‘Buy One - Get Two Drinks’
21.00: Evening Activities – enjoy Movie Night, Board Games or Beauty Spa services
23.00: Program ends.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

DAY 3: HALONG - HANOI

06.00: Tai Chi session on Sundeck
06.00 – 08.00: Morning Activities – swimming or kayaking, beauty spa services
07.00 – 08.30: International Breakfast Buffet
08.30: Continue cruise through Halong Bay
09.00: Check-out cabins and settle bills
10.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Island
10.45: Transfer from cruise ship
11.00: Cruise and program ends. Drive back to Hanoi.

Meals: Breakfast

Note:

Surcharge 25% on Lunar New Year, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve

Prices quoted in US$ nett per person
Itinerary	Period	May - Aug 2010		Jan - Apr & Sep - Dec 2010
	Cabin	Single	Double	Single	Double
2 days and 1 night	Superior	287	185	325	205
	Deluxe	332	205	370	220
	Suite	420	255	458	275
	Child from 5 - 12	100		125
	Child under 5	FOC		FOC

3 days and 2 nights	Superior	490	300	525		320
	Deluxe	565	325	595		345
	Suite	645	380	685		400
	Child from 5 - 12	135		188
	Child under 5	FOC		FOC

Inclusions of the trip

Transfer Hanoi- Halong- Hanoi by private car/ minivan
Welcome Cocktail
Cruise Itinerary and Program
Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C
Luxury en-suite Bathroom
1 Asian Lunch and 2 Dinner Buffets
2 International Breakfast Buffets
1 Vietnamese Lunch Set Menu
Kayaking (subject to availability)
Snorkel Equipment (subject to availability)
Bicycle Trip (Mountain or Tour Bikes)
Guided Tour (Viet Hai Village/ Navy Peak)
Meeting Facilities and Equipment (charter only)
Tai Chi Session
Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges

Exclusions of the trip

Airfares, Hotel
Visa Arrangements
Beauty Spa Services and Massage
Beverages and Tobacco
Tips and other Personal Expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned above