Halong Bay Extended Cruise: Paradise Elegance 3-Day Tour

An extended exploration of Halong Bay, including Titop Island, Luon Cave, Sung Sot Cave, Tien Ong Cave, and Cua Van Fishing Village.

Duration

2 N / 3 D

Departs

Tuan Chau Port

Rating

4.8 / 5

Starting from

USD $306 / person

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Paradise Elegance Halong Bay Extended Journey - 3 Days 2 Nights

Delve deeper into the wonders of Halong Bay with a 3-day, 2-night luxury cruise aboard the Paradise Elegance. This extended journey includes visits to Titop Island, Luon Cave, Sung Sot Cave, Tien Ong Cave, and the charming Cua Van Fishing Village, offering more time for relaxation and exploration.

Trip Highlights

                                            
                                        
Hiking or swimming at Titop Island, kayaking or bamboo boating through Luon Cave, discovering Tien Ong Cave, visiting Cua Van Floating Village, exploring Sung Sot Cave, enjoying Vietnamese cooking classes, live music, Tai Chi, and the panoramic jacuzzi.

About This Cruise

Experience the majesty of Halong Bay with an immersive 3-day, 2-night cruise on the luxurious Paradise Elegance. This extended itinerary allows for a more comprehensive exploration of the bay's breathtaking landscapes and hidden gems, including additional visits to untouched areas. Enjoy enhanced onboard activities, gourmet dining, and ample time to relax amidst the stunning natural scenery.

About Paradise Elegance Cruise

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Paradise Elegance Cruise

Luxury 4.8

The Paradise Elegance Cruise offers a 5-star luxury experience in Halong Bay, featuring modern design, premium services, and exceptional dining. Guests can enjoy elegant cabins, a spa, piano lounge, and panoramic jacuzzi while exploring the bay's natural beauty.

62 guests

31 cabins

Built 2016 · Refurb. 0

Tuan Chau International Port, Halong, Vietnam

On-board Amenities

The Paradise Elegance Cruise is thoughtfully designed across four main decks to comfortably accommodate up to 62 passengers. Key facilities include:

Reception Lounge: Located on the main deck, serving as the welcoming area.
Le Parfum Spa: Situated on the main deck, offering four private treatment rooms for ultimate relaxation and privacy.
Public Terrace: At the bow of the main deck, providing a 180-degree panoramic view.
Le Piano Lounge: Found on the salon deck, this neoclassical space seats 40 guests and hosts live music performances from 7:00 to 23:00. It also features an outdoor lounge area at the stern.
Le Marin Restaurant: A spacious, classically Western-styled dining venue on the salon deck, accommodating 60-90 guests with sea-view windows, open from 7:00 to 22:00.
L’Odyssée Sundeck: Spanning 360m², this expansive sundeck features L’Odyssée Bar, an outdoor jacuzzi (15m² with 360-degree views), and a spacious sunbathing area with seating for up to 60 people, ideal for events.
Library: A cozy corner for peaceful moments.

Cruise Itinerary

Days

Nights

Stops

Route

Tuan Chau Port → Tuan Chau Marina

1DAY

Hanoi – Tuan Chau Port – Titop Island – Luon Cave

Tuan Chau Port Arrive 12:15 Depart Overnight Overnight at Sea 🥗 Lunch 🌙 Dinner

Morning: Guests booking transfer services will be picked up from their Hanoi Old Quarter hotel or a designated meeting point between 8:00 - 8:30. After a 2.5-hour transfer, arrive at Tuan Chau Island and check in at Paradise Suites Hotel. An electric cart will transfer guests to the Paradise Elegance cruise around 12:15 - 12:30. Enjoy a welcome drink and a brief safety briefing. A delightful lunch will be served at Le Marin Restaurant as the cruise navigates through Halong Bay's picturesque islets.

Afternoon: The journey continues to Titop Island, where you can choose to hike to the summit for breathtaking panoramic views of Halong Bay or enjoy a refreshing swim at the island's beach. Next, explore Luon Cave, a stunning water cave. Guests can kayak independently or opt for a local bamboo boat ride (additional fee). As evening approaches, the Paradise Elegance anchors for the night. Enjoy 'Happy Hour' (Buy 1 Get 1 Free from 17:30 to 18:30) and participate in a Vietnamese cooking class. Live music by a Filipino band will entertain guests on the sundeck or in the piano lounge.

Evening: Savor a Western set dinner at Le Marin Restaurant. After dinner, relax with drinks at the Piano Lounge, try squid fishing at the stern, or watch movies in your cabin.

Activities

Transfer from Hanoi

check-in

welcome drink

safety briefing

lunch

Titop Island visit (hiking or swimming)

Luon Cave exploration (kayaking or bamboo boat)

Happy Hour

cooking class

live music

Western set dinner

drinks at Piano Lounge

squid fishing

movies.

2DAY

Tien Ong Cave – Cua Van Floating Village Exploration

Halong Bay Depart Overnight Overnight at Sea ☕ Breakfast 🥗 Lunch 🍽 Afternoon Tea 🌙 Dinner

Morning: Start your day with a revitalizing Tai Chi session on the L'Odyssée Sundeck, followed by a light breakfast. The cruise will then take you to explore Tien Ong Cave, one of Halong Bay's untouched natural wonders, offering a glimpse into ancient geological formations.

Afternoon: Guests will have the opportunity to visit Cua Van Floating Village for about an hour. This historic fishing village, one of the oldest in Halong Bay, retains its pristine charm and offers a unique insight into local life. It's also an excellent spot for kayaking. Return to the cruise for lunch and some leisure time.

Evening: Enjoy another round of 'Happy Hour' and a cooking class, followed by a gourmet dinner. The evening entertainment includes live music, or you can choose to relax with drinks, try squid fishing, or enjoy movies.

Activities

Tai Chi session

light breakfast

Tien Ong Cave visit

Cua Van Floating Village visit (kayaking)

lunch

Happy Hour

cooking class

live music

dinner

drinks

squid fishing

movies.

3DAY

Sung Sot Cave – Tuan Chau Marina – Hanoi

Tuan Chau Marina Arrive 10:15 Depart 10:30 ☕ Breakfast

Morning: Begin your final day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by a light breakfast. The cruise proceeds to Sung Sot Cave, Halong Bay's largest and most impressive cave, where you can admire its illuminated stalactites and stalagmites and enjoy panoramic views from its viewpoint. After returning to the cruise, a full breakfast is served as the ship sails past notable islets like Thien Cung, Dau Go Cave, and Fighting Cock Islet. Guests will settle bills and return room keys between 9:40 and 10:15, with remaining time to relax in the Piano Lounge or on the sundeck. Disembarkation takes place at Tuan Chau Marina between 10:15 - 10:30.

Afternoon: For those with pre-booked transfers, a driver will provide transportation back to Hanoi, with an estimated arrival at your Old Quarter hotel around 15:00. This concludes your Halong Bay cruise experience.

Activities

Tai Chi session

light breakfast

Sung Sot Cave exploration

full breakfast

check-out

disembarkation

transfer back to Hanoi.

Cabin Categories

Deluxe Balcony

DELUXEBALCONY

25.0 m² Max 2

Each of the 14 deluxe cabins on the main deck is equipped with essential amenities and a private balcony, perfect for enjoying the bay views.

Book Deluxe Balcony

Executive Balcony

EXECUTIVEBALCONY

25.0 m² Max 2

Located on the upper deck, each of the 13 Executive Balconies is an innovative version of the deluxe cabin with more impressive views.

Book Executive Balcony

Elegance Balcony Suite

ELEGANCEBALCONYSUITE

35.0 m² Max 2

The Elegance Balcony Suite offers an extended private balcony from the upper deck and a bathtub for a luxurious soaking experience while seeing the endless pictures passing by.

Book Elegance Balcony Suite

Captain's View Terrace Suite

CAPTAINSVIEWTERRACES

35.0 m² Max 2

For a superb experience, the Captain's View Terrace Suite on the main deck is an excellent choice, featuring a spacious private terrace.

Book Captain's View Terrace Suite

What's Included

Included

Welcome drink, overnight itinerary and program, 2-nights luxury cabin/suite, all meals on board (2 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, 1 afternoon tea), complimentary tea/coffee and water bottles in cabin, cooking demonstration, afternoon tea, Tai Chi session, onboard insurance, taxes and service charges, entrance and sightseeing fees, in-house English-speaking tour guide, luxury cabins with A/C.

Not Included

Transfer Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi, kayaking services, Vietnam Visa Approval Letter, surcharge for Christmas 24/12, New Year 31/12, Lunar New Year’s Eve, airfares, hotel accommodation, spa and massage services, beverages and tobacco, tips and other personal expenses (laundry, mini bar drinks), all other services not clearly mentioned.

Policies & Information

More than 21 days before check-in: FREE of charge.
From 11 to 20 days before check-in: 30% of total rates.
From 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates.
Less than 7 days before check-in & no Show: 100% of total rates.

Cancellation due to bad weather:

Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (no services used): 100% refund.
During the trip (some services used): Used services will be charged, the remainder refunded.
Trip cut from 2 nights to 1 night: Charged for 2 days/1 night trip plus used services, remainder refunded.

Final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. Contact directly for urgent assistance.

Contact sales for specific booking policies.

Under 5 years old: Free if sharing all services with parents (maximum 01 child).
From 5 - under 12 years old: 85% of adult charge if sharing bed with parents.
Above 12 years old: 100% adult rate.

Guests can arrange luxury shuttle bus or private car transfers from Hanoi to Tuan Chau Port (additional fee). Transfers include water bottles, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and comfortable seats.

Departing from Hanoi: Pick-up between 8:00 - 8:30 from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter or a designated meeting point at 52 Le Dai Hanh Street, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi.
Departing from Tuan Chau Port: Guests arriving independently must reach the Paradise Suites Hotel lobby, Gate 3 - 4, Tuan Chau Island, Halong City before 12:00 for check-in, then transfer to the cruise by electric cart.

Note: Late check-in/boarding after 12:15 incurs a surcharge of US $160/way by additional tender or speed boat. This extra charge is subject to adjustment; please refer to the cruise for up-to-date pricing.

Itineraries and schedules are subject to change without prior notice due to cruising conditions. This 3-day, 2-night cruise departs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays only.