Day 1: Hanoi - Halong bay
Morning:
Be picked up from your hotel for a 2.5 hour ride (transfer by shuttle bus or private vehicle, not included in cabin price) to the scenic Tuan Chau Island. Arrive and transfer to cruise ship.
Afternoon:
Enjoy welcome cocktail as you check in, as well as receiving cruise briefing and safety instructions. At 1PM, exquisite lunch will be served as the cruise starts moving toward the iconic Halong Bay islets and grottos.
After lunch continues exploration of Halong Bay passing by Soi Sim Beach, Coconut Three Island. Stop at Tung Sau Pearl Farm to see how a pearl is cultivated and made in Halong Bay. Afterward, the vessel proceeds to Titov island for swimming and hiking. You cannot miss the panoramic view of Halong bay while being on top of the island. Back to the boat, you will have free time to enjoy our Happy Hour "buy one get one free" on the sun deck, watch a cooking demonstration, or book a massage service to rejuvanate your body.
Evening:
Pre-dinner canapé is served on the sundeck. Savor a dinner at 19:00. Then spend time leisurely with activities such as fishing squid, reading, watching films, board games, or relaxing in the spa service provided on board.
Day 2: Halong Bay Exploration
Morning:
You can wake up early to enjoy morning sunshine and join a Tai Chi session on top deck of vessel. A colorful breakfast buffet will be served in the dining area. You will then be transferred to the day boat, Paradise Explorer, to go to the most off-the beaten track of the Bay. The first stop is Tien Ong Cave where you can see stalactites and stalagmites existing for thousands of years. Here is also one of the most ancient caves with the vestiges of human from 10,000 BC - 8,000 BC. Back to Paradise Explorer to relax and watch the bay view from the sundeck.
Afternoon:
Lunch will be served on Paradise Explorer day cruise. The cruise will slowly sail through the other part of the Bay and stop at Cua Van fishing village. You can choose to kayak or take a rowing boat to discover the tranquil beauty and learn about local's daily life. Later return to Paradise Explorer for afternoon tea. Then, back to our mother boat Paradise Sails. You have free time to rest, or join other onboard activities with new passengers.
Evening:
Dinner will be served onboard and the rest of the night can be spent watching DVDs or enjoying time with your loved ones.
Day 3: Halong bay - Hanoi
Morning:
Tai Chi session will be ready for those interested. Enjoy the last morning on board with delicious breakfast as the cruise slowly proceeds to Sung Sot (Surprising) Cave - the largest and most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. Afterward, hearty breakfast will be served and check out time is at 9:40am.
Arrive at Tuan Chau Island at 10:30AM, disembark and prepare for the trip back to Hanoi. Tour ends.
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