Discover Halong Bay
Experience Paradise

The finest way to discover the beauty of Halong Bay !  We invite you to imagine
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  and discover the art of Paradise Cruises. Natural wonders and unique cultural experiences lie every turn during this– your most memorable – Vietnam vacation.
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
     41.5m Long
     9.0m Wide
     11.5m High


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)
     2 Suites   (23m²)
     2 Suites   (26m²) 

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

Dining onboard of Paradise Cruises combines sophisticated intercontinental tastes along with the best of local flavours. Discover our culinary world and let the laid-back spirit of Halong Bay set the tone for your dining experiences. Our onboard 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 onboard of one of our Vessels, you will meet him by arriving on Tuan Chau Island.

 

Program 1 : 2D/ 1N Cruise in Halong Bay aboard Paradise

DAY 1

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

Evening Activities– enjoy Movie Night, Board Games or Beauty Spa services

23.00

Program ends

  DAY 2

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

Disembark then transfer back to Hanoi. End of service.

Please note the Cruise Itinerary and Program may be subject to change without prior notice

Cabin Rates (in US$)

Cabin
Categories

No. of
Cabins

Price valid
till 30 Dec 2011

Single

 Double

Superior

6

268

320

Deluxe

9

307

352

Suite

2

389

454

Charter Cruise

34

5040

 

Inclusions:

Exclusions:

• Welcome cocktail, meals onboard
• 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
• Kayaking (subject to availability)
• Snorkel Equipment (subject to availability)
• Meeting Facilities and Equipment (charter only)
• Tai Chi Session
• Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges

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

 

Program 2 : 3D/ 2N Cruise in Halong Bay aboard Paradise

DAY 1

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

Evening Activities– enjoy Movie Night, Board Games or Beauty Spa services

23.00 Program ends

DAY 2

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

Evening Activities – enjoy Movie Night, Board Games or Beauty Spa services

23.00

Program ends

DAY 3

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

Disembark then transfer back to Hanoi. End of service.

Cabin Rates (in US$)

Cabin
Categories

No. of
Cabins

Price valid
till Dec 2011

Single

 Double

Superior

6

454

538

Deluxe

9

517

588

Suite

2

598

688

Charter Cruise

34

9360

 

Inclusions:

Exclusions:

•  Welcome cocktail, meals onboard
• 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
• Kayaking (subject to availability)
• Snorkel Equipment (subject to availability)
• Meeting Facilities and Equipment (charter only)
• Tai Chi Session
• Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges

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

 

Roundtrip transfers
by Paradise Shuttle Bus from Hanoi to Halong:

- US$ 33.00 net per adult
- US$ 23.00 net per child aged 2-12, free for child under 2
- Depart daily at 08.30 AM at Hanoi Opera House

Private Transfer (US$)
Hanoi- Halong– Hanoi

Itinerary/ Group

1-2 pers

3-8 pers

9-20 pers

21-30 pers

2D/1N

120

144

226

280

3D/2N

148

180

282

349

Children Policy:
- Only one child under 5 years old can share the cabin with parents, free of charge.
- Children aged from 6-11 share cabin with two adults on mattress is charged at US$84/child/night, limiting to one child per booking only.
- Children from 12 years old will be charged as the same as adults.

Liability Conditions:
- Paradise Cruises is a cruise operator and as such passengers may encounter personal and physical discomfort or risks. Paradise Cruises expects every passenger to board the vessel to fully understand the risks involved and is prepared to accept that those risks form part of the nature of the charter. Management and Crew of the vessel undertake to provide every possible and reasonable precaution and to take all due care in the course of its operation, however, responsibility for illness, accident, death or property damage or loss, lies with the passenger.
- Paradise Cruises will also not be held liable for any breach of contract caused directly or indirectly by civil unrest, an act of God or natural disaster, force majeure, industrial dispute or war.

Other Notes:
- Cruise schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
- Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number, visa expiry date for all passengers.
- Surcharge of 25% will be added for cruises on December 24 & 31 and Lunar New Year Eve.
- A valid passport is required upon check-in on board. Children whose traveling documents are attached to parent’s passport must travel with the parent.
- Credit cards accepted on board: Amex, Visa and MasterCard.