Day 1
12 noon approx: Arrive Halong Bay. Welcome aboard The Paloma. Meet the captain and crew and join us for a welcome cocktail as we tell you about life onboard. Check into your cabin. Time to refresh and unwind. Set sail as lunch is prepared by our chef. 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.
Afternoon: While you 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 Vong 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 life is like living on the water. Back on board The Paloma you head towards Halong Bay. You 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. 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 fishing at night or take a late night swim under the stars. Accommodation and overnight on junk.
Day 2
06:30: For the early risers join us for a Tai Chi session on the sun deck. Take an opportunity to view the sunrise over the Bay or have an early morning swim. Breakfast, coffee and tea and served. After breakfast you sail through the waters and pass by a number of caves including Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu (Virgin) cave, Coc Ngoi (Toad) cave and you 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: You board The Paloma again. Take time to refresh and relax before checking out. Bags can be left in the luggage store. An early lunch is served.
12 noon: Return to the shore and disembark from The Paloma as our crew say farewell.

Transfer Rate (in US$)

Shuttle Bus

Private Car

Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi

Hanoi - Halong - Airport

Inclusions: Welcome drink; Luxury en-suite cabin with A/C and hot water; Full board meals; Tea and Coffee; Complimentary mineral water in cabin; Kayaking; Cookery demonstration (on request); Tour guide on board; Kayaking; All entrance and sightseeing fees; All taxes and service charges
Exclusions: Airfares, Car transfers and hotel accommodation; Visa arrangements; Massage Services; Beverages and Tobacco; Tips and other Personal Expenses; Surcharge on special days; All other services not clearly mentioned above