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Paloma Cruise Ha Long Bay
PALOMA CRUISE
The Paloma is a Chinese wooden junk crewed by a professional, loyal and dedicated team. Spread over 4 decks she has 16 en-suite fully equipped luxury cabins, a bar with soft seating and plasma TV, gourmet restaurant, outside dining area, sundeck and luxury spa.
Come onboard Paloma Cruise. Be charmed by her exquisite luxury, intimate setting and unrivalled home from home service. An unforgettable way to witness the serene, calm setting of Halong Bay’s exceptional natural beauty.
Paloma Cruise is your home while you are in Halong Bay. Good service is the key. Our crew consists of 20 dynamic, passionate and enthusiastic individuals who are committed to making your stay with us special and unforgettable.
Fact Sheet
• 10.5m wide
• 43m Long
• 4 decks
• Luxury Spa (1st deck)
• Luxury cabins (1st and 2nd decks)
• Dining areas (3rd deck)
• Sundeck (4th deck)
The Cabins
A selection of superior and deluxe cabins, honeymoon and family suites mixing the modern with traditional elements. All ensuite and fully equipped with air conditioning, in house phone and bathroom amenities, allowing you to relax in peace and luxury.
• 8 Superior (13m²)(double or twin)
• 6 Deluxe (15m²) (double or twin)
• 2 Paloma suites with balcony (22m²) with 270 degree panoramic sea views
• 2 Family suites with balcony (25m²) with 270 degree panoramic sea views
Bar & Dining Room
Relax and unwind in the bar which adjoins the restaurant. Enjoy pre-dinner or after-dinner drinks, relax in the soft seating area, browse our selection of books and magazines or watch a DVD on the plasma TV. The bar is fully stocked with fine wines, spirits, alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks.
On board you will be delighted with our top notch service and fine dining experience. Our menu is an innovative blend of European cuisine with an Asian twist. In Vietnam food preparation and presentation is an art form. A healthy and refined cuisine with exotic flavours features Vietnamese herbs, spices and other well-known traditional specialties.
Non-meat eaters will be able to sample some of the best vegetarian food in Vietnam.
Activities
During your stay on The Paloma Cruises, you won’t be short of things to do. Our expert guide will lead kayaking tours of the bay, enjoy swimming in the crystal clear waters or pamper yourself in our luxury spa. Join our staff in some late night cuttle fishing and we run cookery demonstrations for those interested in learning the art of Vietnamese cooking. Take part in early morning Tai Chi on the sundeck which is the perfect way to welcome the new day.
Water sport facilities and activities
• Kayaks (upon request or part of cruise package)
• Tender
• Bamboo rowing boats
• Swimming
• Cooking demonstrations (upon request)
• Early morning Tai Chi
• Join the staff to go cuttle fishing in the evening
PALOMA CRUISE 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT
Group tour
DAY 1: Hanoi – Ha Long (L,D)
7.45 – 8.15 |
Our bus will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi |
12.15 |
Arrive at Paloma office,Halong City. Tranfer by tender to the Paloma Cruise – enjoy welcome drink. Receive cruise briefing and check in to cabins and begin cruise. |
13.15 – 13.30 |
Lunch – delicious Vietnamese set menu( Massage service is available beginning after lunch and thoughout the cruise)
Heads to Bai Tu Long Bay passing the towns of Hon Gai and Cam Pha, Oan Lagoon, Mat Quy (Monster Head) and Am Tich (Teapot) Islets and Vung Vieng fishing village. |
15.30 |
Visit the fishing village by local rowing boat (01 hour) then return to the vessel for free time at your leisure or join one of the following optional activities:
Kayak into the village or swim near the boat;
Optional onboard activities: Sunbathing, traditional massage, etc.;
Trip by tender to an isolated pristine beach for swimming, etc. |
17.00 |
Paloma cruises through the Bay to its overnight anchorage near Hang Trong.
Happy Hour (sunset party)& Vietnamese cooking demonstration on the boat. |
19.30 |
Sumptuous Seafood Set-dinner onboard. |
21.00 |
Retire to your cabin or join the squid fishing, watching movie, game … |
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Overnight aboard Paloma Cruise. |
DAY 2: Ha Long – Hanoi (B,L)
06.15 |
Start your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck while complimentary tea & coffee are served. |
07.00 |
Paloma weighs anchor to cruise through the Bay passing beautiful spots like Trong (Drum), Trinh Nu (Virgin) and Me Cung Caves, Coc Ngoi (Toad) Islet, etc. |
08.30 |
Explore the Surprise Cave (Sung Sot). |
10.30 |
Return to Paloma cruise.
Check out the cabin.Western menu is served onboard. The vessel cruises leisurely back to harbor. |
12.00 |
Disembark at Paloma office, Halong City. Tea & coffee will be served. |
16.00 – 16.30 |
Back to Hanoi. End of services! |
Price valid to 30 Dec 2012
Class |
Price in USD per person |
Book
now
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Double/Twin |
Single Supp |
Child 4-12y |
Superior |
239 |
187 |
65 |
Deluxe |
264 |
205 |
70 |
Family Suite
(Max 3 pax) |
478 |
372 |
83 |
Paloma Suite |
330 |
256 |
85 |
Price Validity to 30 Dec 2012 |
Costs include:
- Welcome drink
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Visit to fishing village by rowing boat
- Air-conditioned ensuite cabin
- Visit to Sung Sot Cave
- Kayaking for 1 hour
- Complimentary mineral water
- Complimentary morning Tea & coffee
- All meals on board(Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast)
- Tai Chi
- Fishing equipment
- English speaking guide
- Onboard insurance
- Shuttle bus from Hanoi – Ha Long and vice versa
Costs exclude:
- Beauty Spa and massage
- Additional drinks
- Tax, Tips and other personal expenses
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
PALOMA CRUISE 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS
Group tour
Day 1: Hanoi – Ha Long (L,D)
7.45 – 8.15 |
Our bus or private car will pick you up at your hotel |
12.15 |
Arrive at Paloma office,Halong City. Tranfer by tender to the Paloma Cruise – enjoy welcome drink. Receive cruise briefing and check in to cabins and begin cruise. |
13.15 – 13.30 |
Lunch – delicious Vietnamese set menu( Massage service is available beginning after lunch and thoughout the cruise)
Heads to Bai Tu Long Bay passing the towns of Hon Gai and Cam Pha, Oan Lagoon, Mat Quy (Monster Head) and Am Tich (Teapot) Islets and Vung Vieng fishing village. |
15.30 |
Visit the fishing village by local rowing boat (01 hour) then return to the vessel for free time at your leisure or join one of the following optional activities:
Kayak into the village or swim near the boat;
Optional onboard activities: Sunbathing, traditional massage, etc.; Trip by tender to an isolated pristine beach for swimming, etc. |
17.00 |
Paloma cruises through the Bay to its overnight anchorage near Hang Trong.
Happy Hour (sunset party)& Vietnamese cooking demonstration on the boat. |
19.30 |
Sumptuous Seafood Set-dinner onboard. |
21.00 |
Retire to your cabin or join the squid fishing, watching movie, game … |
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Overnight aboard Paloma Cruise. |
Day 2: Ha Long Bay (B,L,D)
06.15 |
Start your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck while complimentary tea & coffee are served. |
07.00 |
Paloma weighs anchor to cruise through the Bay passing beautiful spots like Trong (Drum), Trinh Nu (Virgin) and Me Cung Caves, Coc Ngoi (Toad) Islet, etc. Early breakfast in the Dinning Room. |
08.30 |
Tranfer to Small boat to Lan Ha Bay excursion. |
10.00 |
Guided kayaking and swimming at three peach beach, a pristine natural beach lapped by the turquoise water. |
12.00 |
BBQ lunch is served on beach (depend on the weather) |
13.30 |
Continue on to discover Ho Ba Ham islet, the most remote point in Lan Ha Bay and bordering the Gulf of Tonkin. Visit its quaint fishing village and lagoon. Possibility of kayaking through an amazing tunnel under a karst mountain (time permitting) |
16.00 |
Return to Paloma Cruise |
17.00 |
The vessel cruises back through the bay to its overnight anchorage near Ho Dong Tien. Happy hour (Sunset party) |
19.00 |
Sumptuous Seafood Set – dinner onboard. |
21.00 |
Retire in your cabin or beauty spa, join the fishing program… |
Day 3: Ha Long bay – Hanoi (B,L)
06.15 |
Start your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck while complimentary tea & coffee are served. |
07.00 |
Paloma weighs anchor to cruise through the Bay passing beautiful spots like Trong (Drum), Trinh Nu (Virgin) and Me Cung Caves, Coc Ngoi (Toad) Islet, etc. |
08.30 |
Explore the Surprise Cave (Sung Sot). |
10.30 |
Return to Paloma cruise.
Check out the cabin.Western menu is served onboard. The Paloma’s staff say farewell.
The vessel cruises leisurely back to harbor. |
12.00 |
Disembark at Paloma office, Halong City. Tea & coffee will be served. |
16.00 – 16.30 |
Back to Hanoi. End of services! |
Price valid to 30 Dec 2012
Class |
Price in USD per person |
Book
now
|
Double/Twin |
Single Supp |
Child 4-12y |
Superior |
473 |
360 |
117 |
Deluxe |
517 |
402 |
127 |
Family Suite
(Max 3 pax) |
811 |
633 |
133 |
Paloma Suite |
583 |
453 |
140 |
Price Validity to 30 Dec 2012 |
Include:
- Welcome drink
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Visit to fishing village by rowing boat
- Air-conditioned ensuite cabin
- Visit to Sung Sot Cave
- Kayaking for 2nd day
- Complimentary mineral water
- Complimentary morning Tea & coffee
- All meals on board(Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast)
- Tai Chi
- Fishing equipment
- English speaking guide
- Onboard insurance
- Shuttle bus from Hanoi – Ha Long and vice versa
Excludes:
- Beauty Spa and massage
- Additional drinks
- Tips and other personal expenses
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
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