Paradise Cruise - 2D1N - Winter - Itinerary
TRIP DETAILS
Day 01: Tuan Chau Island Arrival
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11:30 - 12:00: Check-in at Paradise Suites on Tuan Chau Island.
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12:00 - 12:30: Board a 5-star speedboat for embarkation on Paradise Grand cruise.
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12:30: Departure on the speedboat to Paradise Grand cruise.
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12:45: Enjoy a short briefing by the cruise manager about the itinerary and safety regulations with a welcome drink aboard Paradise Grand.
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13:00 - 16:30: Buffet lunch served in La Espacia Restaurant while cruising through the stunning Lan Ha Bay.
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16:30 - 17:45: Explore Viet Hai village by cycling, walking, or electric car. Visit a fish farm, bee houses, an ancient house, and experience a fish pond foot massage. Enjoy the beauty of Lan Ha Bay or indulge in afternoon tea or a Spa Treatment.
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18:00: Paradise Grand cruises anchor overnight. Enjoy Happy Hour, a cooking class, and a live music performance at L'Odyssée Sundeck or Piano Lounge.
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19:15: Western Set dinner served in La Espacia Restaurant.
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21:00 - 23:00: Relax at the Piano Lounge, try squid fishing, or enjoy movies at Le Piano Lounge.
Day 02: Explore Lan Ha Bay
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06:00 - 06:30: Start the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
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06:30 - 07:00: Light breakfast with freshly baked pastries, coffee, and tea.
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07:00 - 08:00: Visit the Dark and Bright Cave, transported by locals rowing bamboo boats, exploring a tranquil lake surrounded by stone walls.
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08:30: Breakfast on board as the cruise returns to the harbor for check-out.
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09:30 - 10:00: Settle bills and return room keys at the reception. Enjoy the remaining moments at the Piano Lounge or sundeck overlooking Lan Ha Bay.
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10:15 - 10:30: Disembark from Paradise Grand cruise and transfer via speedboat to Tuan Chau Marina.
Notes:
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The itinerary is applied from October to April.
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Itineraries may change without notice due to cruising conditions.
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Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, with limited internet connection. Additional charges apply for certain services.
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Live music is not available on Mondays. Performances last for 45 minutes each slot.
Inclusions:
Exclusions:
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2-day cruise itinerary and program
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1 night in luxury cabins/suites with ensuite bathroom, air conditioning
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1 breakfast/ 1 lunch/ 1 dinner and 1 light breakfast
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Two bottles of water in cabin daily
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Cooking Demonstration
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Tai Chi session
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Kayaking on the second day
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Electric Cart
• Airfare & airport transfers
• Visa arrangements
• Hotel accommodation
• Transportation
• Beverages
• Massage, spa treatments
• Tips and other expenses not mentioned in inclusions
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