Halong President Cruise

ITINERARY 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS ON PRESIDENT CRUISE

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong - President Cruise (L/D)

9.00: Our driver pick you up at Hanoi Intercontinental depart to Halong.

11.30: Check-in at President Lounge – Tuan Chau Island

Your first stop on arrival at Tuan Chau Island is the President check-in lounge. You will have time to refresh yourself after the long drive from Hanoi.

12:30: Embark on President Cruise

After your transfer to President Cruise, you will be checked-in, then taken to the restaurant, where you will

be briefed about your cruise while enjoying your welcome drink.

13:00: Lunch at the restaurant

As the President makes its way to Halong Bay, you will have time to savor your delicious lunch while enjoying the stunning views – your first introduction to this majestic landscape.

14:00: Cruising Halong Bay or enjoy a Spa Treatment*

After lunch, you will have time to be enchanted by the stunning landscape of Halong Bay. If the first stop isn’t for you, you can opt for an afternoon of pampering and indulgence at Spa.

14:30: Visit 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 practicing 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 afternoon tea.

16:00: Visit to Sung Sot Cave

Your second stop of the day is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, where you will be surprised by the breath-taking panoramic view across the Bay once you exit the cave. This is the largest cave in Halong Bay, and the stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years have taken on fascinating shapes. Alternatively, stay on board and sample the selection of delicacies available at afternoon tea in the restaurant.

17:45: Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails and Cooking Demonstration

President will anchor overnight at Coconut Tree Island. This is the perfect time for you to enjoy a cocktail or two as the sun sets over the karst landscape. Foodies can partake in Vietnamese cooking demonstration before dinner, and guaranteed to whet the appetite.

19:30: Royal Bao Dai Dinner

Dress like kings and queens for the Royal Bao Dai dinner at the restaurant. The rest of the evening is free for you to relax with a drink* or two, go squid fishing, book in for a spa treatment at Spa* or watch a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on President Cruise.

Day 2: Halong – Titov island – Trong Cave (B/L/D)

06:30: Tai Chi on sundeck

Welcome your second day on board President with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises, followed by a light breakfast in the restaurant.

07:45: Breakfast at the restaurant

Continental breakfast will be served in the restaurant.

08:30: Transfer to the day cruise to go deeper into the Bay

Don’t forget to bring along all your necessary items, like cameras and sunscreen to make sure you experience the best of Halong Bay on your excursions.

09:00: Visit to Titov Island

Hike to the top of Titov Island for stunning panoramic views of the Bay. After your hike, go for a refreshing swim in Halong Bay’s emerald waters, or sip from a coconut in the shade. If you choose to stay on board, book in for a pamper session in the President Spa*.

10:30: Cruise to Trong Cave

After visiting the must-see Titov Island, your next stop will be Trong Cave, in Bo Hon Island. Inside the cave, all visitors will be surprised by so many stalacties hung down from the ceiling. This is also an ideal destination

for those who would like to kayak.

12:00: Lunch in the restaurant

After your morning excursions, re-energise yourself with a fresh and delicious lunch in the restaurant.

14:00: Take a trip to Cua Van Floating Village

The largest of five remaining floating fishing villages in the Bay, you will visit Cua Van Floating Village by bamboo boats rowed by locals, or you can opt to kayak*. Wave to friendly locals as they go about their daily lives, which have remained largely unchanged for centuries.

15:30: Return to President Cruise

17:45: Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails* and Cooking Demonstration

President will anchor overnight at Coconut Tree Island. This is the perfect time for you to enjoy a cocktail or two as the sun sets over the karst landscape. Foodies can partake in Vietnamese cooking demonstration before dinner

19:30: Dinner time

Savour your last dinner in the restaurant, choose to eat in your cabin or on the sundeck - it’s completely up to you. After dinner, if you haven’t tried squid fishing, this is your last chance. Or you may just want to wind down with a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on President Cruise.

Day 3: Halong – Hanoi (B/Br)

06:30: Tai Chi on Sundeck

Begin your last day in Halong Bay with a calming Tai Chi session on the sundeck, followed by a light breakfast, coffee and pastries. Spoil yourself and book in for one last spa treatment at President Spa*. Relax in your cabin or on the sundeck, watching Halong Bay drift past.

08:00: Breakfast in the restaurant

Prepare for the day ahead with a freshly prepared and healthy breakfast. Bill settlement and check-out.

10:30: Disembark at the Tuan Chau Marina

After disembarking from the President Cruise, guests who are returning to Hanoi on the President shuttle bus will be served a light lunch.

12:00: Return to Hanoi.

16.30: Arrive Hanoi, end of the trips.

President Cruise Price Includes

- English speaking guide from Hanoi

- Sharing cruise while onboard President Cruise

- 2 lunches, 2 dinners, 1 light breakfast and 2 breakfasts

- Selected refreshments throughout the cruise

- 2 bottles of mineral water in room

- Boat and rower in Cua Van floating village

- Kayaking

- Entrance and Sightseeing Fees

- In-house English speaking Butler

- Luxury Cabins & Suites

- Luxury en-suite Bathroom

- Tai-Chi Session onboard (order in advance, include)

- Insurance.

President Cruise Price Excludes

- Shuttle bus roundtrip Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi 

- Airfare and visas

- Any drinks in the meals

- Any extra activities not clearly mentioned above

- Spa services (order in advance, pay extra)

- Tips and gratuities

- All other services not clearly mentioned above

Children policy on President Cruise

- Under 5 years old: Free of charge

- 5-11 years old: 75% adults price, sharing cabin with parents.

- 11 year old up: As adult.

- 2 children in a cabin as 75% adult price. Only 1 children in a cabin

Note: The above cruise itinerary is subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions without prior notice.

ITINERARY 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT ON PRESIDENT CRUISE

Day 1: Hanoi - Tuan Chau - Halong - President Cruise (L/D)

9.00: Our driver pick you up at your hotel depart to Halong.

11.30: Check-in at President Lounge - Tuan Chau Island

12:30: Embark on President Cruise

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

13:00: Lunch at Restaurant

Lunch will be served in the restaurant while President cruises the islands and islets of stunning Halong Bay.

14:00: Cruise Halong Bay or indulge in Spa Treatment (pay by yourself)

After lunch you can take time to contemplate the beauty of Halong Bay or alternatively, can opt for an afternoon of pampering at Spa*.

14:30: Visit 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 practicing 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 afternoon tea.

16:00: 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.

17:45: Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails* at Bar and Cooking Demonstration

Paradise will anchor overnight at Coconut Tree Island and you can watch the sun set over the Bay. Enjoy music and Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails* at Bar, followed by a cooking demonstration on the Sundeck.

19:30: Dinner at Restaurant

Overnight on President Cruise.

Day 2: Halong – Hanoi (B/Br)

07:00: Tai Chi on the sundeck

07:00 - 08:00: Light breakfast, coffee & pastries

08:00: Visit Ti Top Island (1 hour)

Stay on board and just relax or enjoy a spa treatment at President Spa* (Pay by yourself)

09:00: Buffet brunch at the restaurant

09:30: Bill settlement and check out

10:30: Return to Tuan Chau Marina

10:45 - 12:00: Light snacks at Paradise Suites Hotel (complimentary for guests on the President shuttle bus)

12.00: Driver pick you up at the hotel come back Hanoi.

16.30 - 17.00: Arrive at Hanoi. End of tour.

- English speaking guide from Hanoi

- Lunch and Dinner on Day 1

- Breakfast on Day 2

- 2 bottles of mineral water in the room

- Entrance and Sightseeing Fees

- In-house English speaking Butler on the cruise

- Luxury Cabins & Suites

- Luxury en-suite Bathroom

- Tai-Chi Session onboard 

- Insurance.

President Cruise Price Excludes

- Shuttle bus roundtrip Hanoi – Halong - Hanoi (35USD/roundtrip) 

- Single supplement

- Airfare and visas

- Kayak rental fee (US$30/kayak)

- Any extra beverages

- Any extra activities not clearly mentioned above

- Spa services (order in advance, pay extra)

- Tips and gratuities

- All other services not clearly mentioned above

Children policy on President Cruise

- Under 5 years old: Free of charge

- 5-11 years old: 75% adults price, sharing cabin with parents.

- 11 year old up: As adult.

- 2 children in a cabin as 75% adult price. Only 1 children in a cabin

Note: The above cruise itinerary is subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions without prior notice.