Paradise Elegance Cruise 2 days / 1 night

Overview
Itinerary
Prices & inclusions

Fusing contemporary style with traditional Vietnamese concepts, mixing elemental materials such as metal and wood, which makes the Paradise Elegance a stunning work of art, berthed magnificently in the middle of the world wonder Ha Long Bay.

Opened in March to redefine luxury cruising, the Paradise Elegance is an impressive escape to Ha Long Bay. A meticulously-designed steel boat that boasts grandeur architecture and classical interiors, inspiring travelers to explore the natural heritage and its mysteries beyond.

Highlights

- Free round trip transfer Hanoi – Ha Long Bay by share limousine van (until 31st December 2019).

- Free letter for visa on arrival * (stamp fee is not included).

(*) Vietnam Visa on Arrival (VOA) is quite different from the normal “on Arrival” concept. If you wish to do the VOA service here, you need to employ an agent in Vietnam (like our hotel) to obtain an official of approval letter for VOA before you arrive. Later, at the airport this letter must be showed together with your valid passport to get the Visa stamped.

Factsheets

A sleek, modern vessel that fuses contemporary styling with Vietnamese design concepts, the Paradise Elegance is a meticulously designed steel boat that has reimagined luxury cruising on Halong Bay. Boasting a piano bar, day spa and wellness centre, butler service and the full range of dining options, the Elegance is a work of art, the experience exquisite, the journey flawless.

Cabin	Size	Beds	Max occupancy
Deluxe Balcony Cabin	25m2	Lower deck	Double/Twin 2A + 1C under 12
Executive Balcony Cabin	25m2	Upper deck	Double/Twin 2A + 1C under 12
Elegance Balcony Suite	35m2	Upper deck	Double/Twin 2A + 1C under 12
Captain’s View Terrace Suite	35m2	Upper deck	2 adults + 1 child under 5

During 2 day 1 night cruise in Ha Long Bay, Paradise Elegance takes you to the highlights of Halong Bay while committing the highest level of service in the Bay.

DAY ONE

11.30

Check-in at Paradise Suites Hotel – Tuan Chau Island

After arriving at Paradise Suites Hotel on Tuan Chau Island, you will be transferred to Paradise Elegance.

12:30

Embark on Paradise Elegance

Once you have been transferred to Paradise Elegance, you will be checked-in and given a short briefing about your cruise while sipping your welcome drink at Le Marin Restaurant.

13:00

Lunch at Le Marin Restaurant

Lunch will be served in Le Marin Restaurant while Paradise Elegance cruises toward Halong Bay. You will pass the famous Fighting Cocks Islet, and Thien Cung and Dau Go Caves.

14:45

Visit to Tung Sau Pearl Farm or kayak*

Your first excursion is a visit to Tung Sau Pearl Farm, an area in Halong Bay dedicated to growing pearls and prac ticing a handmade technique based on Vietnamese tradition and Japanese technology. This is also an ideal destination for kayaking. If this excursion doesn’t take your fancy, stay on board and treat yourself to a delicious after noon tea.

16:15

Visit to Sung Sot Cave

Your second stop of the day is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, where you can take in the panoramic views across Halong Bay after visiting the cave. Alternatively, you can opt for an afternoon of pampering at Le Parfum Spa* or an afternoon tea in Le Piano Bar.

18:00

Cooking Demonstration and Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails*

At sunset, Paradise Elegance will anchor overnight at Coconut Tree Island. Watch a cooking demonstration on the L’Odyssée Sundeck while enjoying Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails* at the bar.

19:30

Dinner at Le Marin Restaurant

Savour a delicious dinner at Le Marin Restaurant, or choose a special spot anywhere else on board to dine. After dinner, indulge in drinks* and live music at Le Piano Bar, squid fishing, a spa treatment at Le Parfum Spa* or movies in your cabin.

(Please note that live music is not available on Mondays.)

DAY TWO

06:30

Tai Chi on L’Odyssée Sundeck

Watch the sunrise with a Tai Chi session on L’Odyssée Sundeck, followed by a light breakfast in Le Piano Bar.

07:30

Visit to Titov Island

You will visit popular Titov Island, where you can go swimming or hike to the top for another stunning, panoramic view of the Bay.

08:30

Breakfast Buffet at Le Marin Restaurant

Back on board, an à la carte breakfast will be served as we once again cruise past Thien Cung and Dau Go Caves and Fighting Cocks Islet before your bill settlement, check-out and return to Tuan Chau Island.

10:30

Disembark at the Tuan Chau Marina

After disembarking from Paradise Elegance, a light lunch at the Paradise Suites Hotel is served for guests booked on the Paradise shuttle bus.

12:00

Depart to Hanoi.

14:30 – 15:00

Arrive in Hanoi around 14h30 – 15h00 (depends on traffic)

Notes: Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding.

*Additional charges

PRICE (USD for per person):

From 1st January to 31st December 2020

	2 pax	3 pax	4 pax	Single Supplement
Deluxe balcony	188	N/A	N/A	144
Executive Balcony	200	N/A	N/a	155
Elegant Balcony Suite	240	N/A	N/A	199
Captain View Terrace	263	N/A	N/A	218

Price Includes

+ Welcome Drink

+ Cruise Itinerary and Program

+ Entrance and Sightseeing Fees

+ In-house English-speaking Tour Guide

+ Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C

+ Round trip shuttle bus (Hanoi – Ha Long – Hanoi)

+ Luxury en-suite Bathroom

+ 1 Asian Lunch and Dinner.

+ 1 International Breakfast Buffet

+ Snorkel Equipment (subject to availability)

+ Meeting Facilities and Equipment (charter only)

+ Tai Chi Session

+ Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges

Price Excludes

– Kayaking @ USD15 per person

– Beauty Spa Services and Massage

– Beverages and Tobacco

– Tips and other Personal Expenses

– All other services not clearly mentioned above

Peak season surcharge

• Surcharge USD50 pax on:

• Christmas Eve – 24th December

• New Year’s Eve – 31th December

Children Policy

• Child under 05 years old: free of charge (sharing cabin with parents without extra Bed)

• Child 5 – 12 years old in shared cabin @USD118 (sharing cabin with parents with extra Bed)

• The round trip transfer by shuttle bus is included. Should you require the limousine van for the transfer, there will be an extra @ USD50 per person.