Paloma Cruise is a Halong Bay mid-range cruise founded in 2010 by Mr. Nguyen Manh Thuc. The ship is designed with an elegant look and excellent service to meet tourists’ high standards. The name “Paloma” means Dove in Spanish. As its name indicates, it has been working for more than ten years with the slogan to bring love, peace, and happiness to all customers.
The rustic touch of the traditional boat is what amazes all visitors. You will be astonished by the classic design and wooden details here. The cruise features 20 fully-equipped cabins with big windows and a large sundeck, guaranteeing you can capture the stunning view from every angle. With the priority of safety during the visitors’ stay, this Halong Bay junk boat is built with new shipbuilding technology with a 100 percent composite hull shell and drainage tank.
A total of 30 dynamic and enthusiastic crews are well trained to give you the most comfortable service and the highest satisfaction. The cruise route is meticulously planned, allowing you more time to enjoy the highlights of the attractions in Bai Tu Long.
5 things that we love most about Paloma Cruise
Aesthetic Indochina architecture;Elegant retro wooden interior
Great itinerary with many activities
Largest entry-level suites
All cavbins with private balcony and ocean-view bathtub
Professional and attentive crew
Itinerary
DAY 1: HANOI - BAI TU LONG BAY - THIEN CANH SON CAVE
Morning:
7:30 - 8:30: A limousine shuttle bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Halong Bay
NOTE: Book transfer in the next step
- Arrive at Paloma Cruise’s lounge at Hon Gai Port in Ha Long City
- Process check in procedure then be transferred to Paloma Cruise by tender
- Cold towels and welcome drink will be served while captain cruise briefing and safety instructions
- Check in your cabin
- Have lunch at a restaurant while on a cruise to Bai Tu Long. You will have chance to see famous sites in Halong such as Bai Chay, Hon Rong, Hon Chuong, Hon Am, and many more small lovely islets here
Afternoon:
- Visit Thien Canh Son Cave - the most famous and beautiful cave in Bai Tu Long Bay
- Return to Paloma cruise then explore the bay by kayaking
- Enjoy sunset party with snacks and juices on the sundeck at Cong Do area
Night:
- Have tasty dinner at the cruise’s restaurant
- Participate in nightlife activities: squid fishing, watch movies, sing karaoke, play board games or just simply stay in your room to relax
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Paloma Cruise
Activities:
- Visit Thien Canh Son cave
- Explore the bay by kayaking
- Sunset party
- Nightlife activities: squid fishing, watch movies, sing karaoke, board games
DAY 2: VUNG VIENG VILLAGE - HALONG - HANOI
Morning:
- Start a new day with Tai Chi session on the sundeck
- Breakfast will be served at cruise’s restaurant
- Visit Vung Vieng fishing village
- Then get to Vung Vieng Community Cultural House, pearl farms and visit Luon Cave
- Return the cruise, pack your luggage and then process check out.
- Lunch will be served while cruise back to the Hon Gai port
Afternoon:
- A limousine shuttle bus will transfer you from Hon Gai port back to Hanoi
- Arrive at Hanoi 14:30 - 15:00. End of the trip
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: NA
Activities:
- Tai Chi session
- Visit Vung Vieng fishing village, pearl farm, Luon cave
DAY 1: HANOI - BAI TU LONG BAY - THIEN CANH SON CAVE
Morning:
7:30 - 8:30: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by a shuttle bus and transfer to Halong Bay
NOTE: Book transfer in the next step
- Arrive at Hon Gai port in Halong city
- Process check out procedure then be transferred to Paloma cruise by tender
- Refresh with cold towels and fruit juices while listening cruise briefing and safety instructions
- Check in cabin
- Enjoy lunch while the cruise gets to Bai Tu Long. On the way, you have a chance to contemplate famous sites in Halong such as Bai Chay Bridge, Hon Rong, Hon Chuong, Hon Am and many outstanding islets in here
Afternoon:
- Visit Thien Canh Son cave in which you will see the magnificent panoramic view of the bay after 100 steps walking up
- Return the Paloma cruise then kayaking to explore the bay
- Relish sunset party with snacks and juices on the deck at Cong Do area
Night:
- Have delicious dinner at restaurant
- Join some interesting nightlife activities: squid fishing, watch movies, sing karaoke, play board games or just simply relax in your room.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Paloma Cruise
Activities:
- Visit Thien Canh Son cave
- Explore bay by kayaking
- Sunset party
- Nightlife activities: squid fishing, watch movies, sing karaoke, play board games
DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY – CAP LA
Morning:
- “Hello new day” with Tai Chi session
- Breakfast is served at cruise’s restaurant then transfer to tender boat to explore inside Bai Tu Long Bay
- Kayaking or swimming at Cong Dam where you can find the most pristine beaches in Bai Tu Long Bay and also many majestic limestone mountains
- Have BBQ lunch on the cruise then relax on the sundeck
Afternoon:
Depend on the weather condition, you can explore Thay cave and continue on kayaking and swimming
- Return to Paloma cruise and enjoy sunset party on the sundeck
Night:
- Dinner is served at restaurant
- Nightlife activities time: squid game, watch movies, play board games or just simply relax in room
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Paloma Cruise
Activities:
- Tai Chi session
- Kayaking or swimming at Cong Dam
- Sunset party
- Nightlife activities: squid fishing, board game, watch movies
DAY 3: VUNG VIENG VILLAGE - HALONG - HANOI
Morning:
- Refresh last day with Tai Chi session on the sundeck and enjoy morning tea & coffee
- Breakfast will be served in the cruise’s restaurant
- Visit Vung Vieng fishing village on small bamboo baskets boat then get to pearl farm and Luon cave
- Return to cruise and process check out procedure
- Lunch will be served at Paloma cruise while back to Hon Gai port
Afternoon:
- Transfer from Hon Gai port head back to Hanoi by shuttle bus
- Arrive in Hanoi 14:30 - 15:00. End of your trip
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: NA
Activities:
- Tai Chi session
- Visit Vung Vieng fishing village on small bamboo boat
- Visit pearl farm and Luon cave
Important Notes
PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Please kindly provide us your passport information at least 01 week before the cruise date.
If you have any specific food request (vegetarian, allergic, non-seafood, etc.), feel free to let us know so we can serve your demands with the best.
Cruise Inclusions & Options
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English Speaking Guide on boat.
Entrance and Sightseeing fees.
Luxury Paloma Cruise in Halong Bay
All meal on board (2 lunches, 1 dinners, 1 breakfast).
Cooking demonstration.
1 Sunset party
Bamboo boat trip rowed by local people
Welcome drink, cold handkerchief
2 bottles of mineral water in cabin
Daily fresh fruit
Service charge, Insurance on board
Transfer Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi (book in next step)
Airfares,private Car Transfers and Hotels
Massage Services
Beverages, Tips and Personal Expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned above
