The Paloma is a Vietnamese wooden junk crewed by a professional, loyal and dedicated team. Spread over 4 decks she has 20 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 The Paloma. 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.
The Paloma is your home while you are in Halong Bay. Good service is key. Our crew consists of 20 dynamic, passionate and enthusiastic individuals who are committed to making your stay with us special and unforgettable.
The Paloma Cruise Team take pride in showing you some of the less crowded areas of the Bai Tu Long Bay. Relax on board and enjoy our stylish, modern, and luxurious facilities. With our attention to detail, a dedicated and friendly crew and second to none service, we ensure you will leave Halong Bay with long lasting and special memories.
Day 1 HA NOI – BAITU LONG BAY – VUNGVIENG VILLAGE (L, D)
7.45-8.00 Our bus or private car will pick you up at your hotel.
12.30 Arrive at Paloma office, Halong City. Transferred by tender to Paloma Cruise – enjoy welcome drink. Receive cruise briefing, check in cabins and begin your cruise.
13.30 Having lunch – delicious Vietnamese set menu (Massage service is available after lunch and throughout the tour).
15:00
Head to Bai Tu Long Bay, pass the towns of Hon Gai and Cam Pha, Oan Lagoon, Monster Head and Teapot Islets and VungVieng fishing village.
Visit the VungVieng fishing village by local rowing boat (01 hour) or Kayak into the village then return to the vessel for your leisure or join one of the following optional activities: Sunbathing, traditional massage, swimming etc.
18:00 Drop anchor in the calm water surrounded by islets near Hang Trong. Happy Hour (sunset party).
18:30 Vietnamese cooking demonstration on boat.
19.15 Sumptuous Set-dinner onboard.
21.00 Relaxing on your cabin or join the on board activities: film entertainment, light music for dancing in the dining room (please book in advance with your tour guide), board games and playing cards are available, and massage services are available. Passengers may also try their luck at squid fishing from the boat.
Happy Hour! Buy two drink – get one free (wine by the bottle excluded)
Overnight aboard Paloma Cruise.
Day 2 HALONG -LAN HA 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 sail through the bay and pass by several beautiful places such as Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu (Virgin) cave, CocNgoi (Toad) Islet, etc. Early breakfast in the dinning room.
08.30 Transfer to Smaller boat for Lan Ha Bay excursion.
09.30 Guided kayaking and swimming at Three Peaches beach, a pristine natural beach lapped by the turquoise water.
12.30 BBQ lunch is served on beach (depend on the weather or tide levels ).
14.00 Continue to discovery Toi and Sang Cave (depend on the tide condition ), 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 for dinner and overnight.
17.00 The vessel cruises back to the bay for second overnight anchorage near Ho Dong Tien. Happy hour (Sunset party).
19.15 Sumptuous Seafood Set – dinner onboard.
21.00 Relaxing on your cabin or join the on board activities: film entertainment, light music for dancing in the dining room (please book in advance with your tour guide), board games and playing cards are available, and massage services are available. Passengers may also try their luck at squid fishing from the boat.
Happy Hour! Buy two drink – get one free (wine by the bottle excluded)
Overnight aboard Paloma Cruise.
Day 3 AMAZING CAVE – HA NOI (B, L)
06.15 Starting your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck while complimentary tea & coffee are served.
07.00 Have breakfast in dinning room.
08.00 Explore the Surprise Cave (Sung Sot).
08:15 Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave. Walk up about 100 steps to the cave entrance and tour the cave for approximately 45 minutes. Walk down about 100 steps and return to the boat.
10.00 Upon return to the boat you will have 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing. Please remove all of your belongings from the cabin, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabin (staff will transfer directly to the pier).
10:30 Enjoy Set Menu for lunch in the dining room. We will settle bills after lunch. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
11.45 Arrive at Hon Gai Harbour. Transfer by tender to the pier, relax inside the Paloma Office while waiting for getting on Van back to Hanoi.
Arrive in Hanoi about 4:30 PM.
Launched in 2009, the Paloma Cruise Halong is a brand new Vietnamese style wooden junk crewed by a professional, loyal and dedicated team. The junk is sort of deluxe boutique deluxe class. It has 4 decks and features with 16 en-suite fully equipped luxury cabins, a bar with soft seating and plasma TV, gourmet restaurant, outside dining area, sundeck and luxury spa.
Passengers on boat the Paloma will definitely be enchanted by the exquisite luxury, intimate setting and unrivalled home from home service. It is really an unforgettable way to witness the serene, calm setting of Halong Bay’s exceptional natural beauty.
Focusing on customers care services, The Paloma is your home while you are in Halong Bay. The Junk has 20 dynamic, passionate and enthusiastic individuals who are dedicate to making your stay with us special and unforgettable.
The Cabins
The Paloma Cruise offers 16 well decorated cabins. They are divided in to a selection of superiors and deluxe cabins, honeymoons and family suites mixing the modern with traditional elements. All en-suite and fully equipped with air conditioning, in house phone and bathroom amenities, allowing you to relax in peace and luxury.
The Paloma Cruise offers 16 well decorated cabins. They are divided in to a selection of superiors and deluxe cabins, honeymoons and family suites mixing the modern with traditional elements. All en-suite and fully equipped with air conditioning, in house phone and bathroom amenities, allowing you to relax in peace and luxury.
There are 5 Superior Cabins, which are 13m² in large and double or twin available There are 7 Deluxe Cabins which are 15m² in large and double or twin available There are 2 Honeymoon suites with balcony which are 17m² in large with 270 degree panoramic sea views
The largest cabins: 2 Family suites with balcony which are 20m² with 270 degree panoramic sea views will definitely suitable for a family holiday in Halong Bay.
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.
When on board, you will be delighted with the wonderful service and fine dining experience. The 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 flavors 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.
Sundeck
Located on the 4th floor, the sundeck is the perfect spot to view the limestone peaks, lagoons, grottoes and emerald sea of the Magnificent of Halong Bay. Relax on the cosy sun lounges and enjoy the cool sea breeze.
Amenities
With perfect attention to detail, all aspects of your stay on board have been meticulously planned. All cabins are en-suite with hot showers and full bathroom amenities, towels and luxury linens. The junk is fully air conditioned throughout, there is plenty of storage space, a luxury spa, gourmet restaurant and a fully stocked bar. Equipped with all the luxury and comforts you desire.
The Paloma is your home from home while you cruise the Bay.
