Day 1: Hanoi - Halong (L/D)
08: 00 Pick up at your hotel then transfer to Halong Bay
12:00 Arrive Halong Bay. Welcome aboard The Paloma Cruise. Meet the captain and crew and join us for a welcome cocktail as we tell you about life onboard.
Join us for a relaxing lunch in the restaurant or on the outdoor dining area. Enjoy the stunning views of the Bay, its dramatic limestone islands as we sail through the calm waters.
While we make our way to Bai Tu Long Bay, relax on the sundeck and watch the world go by or take an afternoon nap in your cabin.
Early afternoon arrive at Vung Vieng floating fishing village
Drop anchor. Our guide will give you some information and interesting facts about this fascinating village and its local community.
Disembark and travel on the sampans rowed by the local people. They will be your guides through their fishing village where you can meet the locals, visit the school and pearl farms. See at first-hand what lifeislike living on the water.
Back on board The Halong Paloma Cruise we head towards Halong Bay.
We drop anchor in the calm waters surrounded by islets
Opportunity to go swimming in the clear warm waters or go kayaking. Kayaking is suitable for all levels and ages. Our expert will run through the safety procedures and after a basic paddling lesson our experienced guide will lead you to explore the Bay, its lagoons and beaches.
For those who prefer a relaxing afternoon, make the most of sunbathing on deck or pamper yourself with a massage and sauna in our luxurious spa.
Early evening Back on board, enjoy the sunset with evening cocktails and fresh fruit.
Take an opportunity to refresh and then join friends for a pre-dinner drink in the bar.
Dinner is served in the restaurant or outdoor dining area, which is a gastronomic delight. After dinner, unwind in the bar where there is a selection of books, magazines and board games or relax in the spa; watch a movie on our plasma TV; join some of our team to go cuttle fishingat night or take a late night swim under the stars.
Accommodation and overnight on junk.

Day 2: Halong Bay- Lan Ha Bay (B/L/D)
Forthe early risers join us for a Tai Chi session on the sun deck. Tai chi helps focus the mind and condition the body and there is no better environment to practice this than amongst the limestone peaks and islands.
Take an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay or have an early morning swim.
Breakfast, coffee or tea is served.
After breakfast transfer from The Paloma to a smaller boat which will take you to one of the more remote and secluded parts of the Lan Ha Bay waters and islands
Our guide will take you on a kayaking tour of the waters. There is no better way to discover the lagoons, the coral reef, beaches and limestone peaks.
Or sunbathe on one of the secluded beaches, go swimming
During the morning our chef and crew prepare a special BBQ lunch on the private beach (depends on the weather). After lunch we discoverHoBa Ham Islet in Lan Ha Bay which borders the Gulf of Tonkin
Our local guide will take you on a tour of the local community, Van Gia fishing village and lagoons.
16:00 Back on board The Paloma, take time to refresh and relax.
Early evening
Enjoy the sunset with evening cocktails and fresh fruit.
Dinner is served in the restaurant or outdoor dining area.
After dinner, unwind in the bar where there is a selection of books, magazines and board games or relax in the spa; watch a movie on our plasma TV; join some of our team to go night fishing or take a latenight swim under the stars.
Accommodation and overnight on junk.

Day 3: Halong Paloma Cruise – Return to Hanoi (B/L)
6:30For the early risers join us for a Tai Chi session on the sun deck. Tai chi helps focus the mind and condition the body and there is no better environment to practice this than amongst the limestone peaks and islands.
Take an opportunity to view the sunrise over the Bay or have an early morning swim.
Breakfast, coffee and tea and served.
After breakfast we sail through the waters and pass by a number of caves including Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu (Virgin) cave, Coc Ngoi (Toad) cave and we drop anchor at Surprise (Sung Sot) Cave.
Disembark and visit Surprise Cave located on Bo Hon Island. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites
10:00 Back on board. Take time to refresh and relax before checking out. Bags can be left in the luggage store.
An early lunch is served.
12:00 noon Return to the shore and disembark from The Paloma Cruise as our crew say farewell.
Back to Hanoi around 16.00

(Halong Cruise.info)

Price from: 247usd/pax

Tour includes:
* English speaking guide
* Entrance and sightseeing fees
* Two nights accommodation on Paloma Cruise with A/C, hot water & shower
* All meal on board (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners)
* Kayaking for the 2nd day
* Welcome drink, cold handkerchief
* Service charge
* Insurance on board

Tour excludes:
* A/C Shuttle Bus Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi: 20USD/ pax

* Beverages
* All service non-clearly mentioned in the inclusions list

Notes:

* Cruise itinerary and schedule subject to change upon weather and operations conditions.
* Advance registration is required with full name, date ofbirth,nationality, passport number, visa expiry date for allPassengers
* A valid passport is required upon check-in on board.Children whosetraveling documents are attached to parent\'s passportmust travelwiththe parent. Credit cards accepted on board: Amex, VisaandMasterCard.
* Special requests on food (diet or vegetarian) please inform us before departure.
* Connecting room is available upon reques.
* Surcharge of 25% will be added for cruises on December 24 & 31 and Lunar New Year Eve.

Things to bring

* Original passport, swimming suites, sun glasses, insect repellent.