Paradise cruise

we recently spent 3 days on the paradise cruise line. Everything was great here. My family with 2 kids(10,13) really enjoyed the cruise. halong bay is very beautiful. what sets paradise cruise apart from the other boats is that it docks from its own island, unlike all the other boats jumbled together on shore. The boat seemed to get to the excursions quicker than the other boats so there were no real traffic or crowds. The food was good. We enjoyed the breakfast a lot. The dinner was also good, but it was a set menu so you couldn't choose what you wanted. The staff were really friendly. The cruise manager charlie was really nice and made sure everything was up to satisfaction. I would highly suggest to do the 3 day instead of the 2 day. I think the 2 day is not long enough to see all of halong bay. on our boat there was another couple that went with us the extra day of excursion. The extra day, we actually go on another boat, and travel to an island where we do a lot of kayaking(especially through caves), and bicycling on an island visiting an old village. If you have the time definitely do 3 days. the boat was new and clean. wake up early for tai chi lessons, and great time to take pictures of the peaceful bay around sunrise. becareful of jellyfish in the bay, atleast when we were there. overall great cruise. more expensive, but worth it.

Aug 8, 2009
Toronto, Canada

Paradise Cruises....THE BEST ON THE BAY!”

Probably the most expensive cruise but so definately worth it....the best boat, the best food the best service....couldnt fault it at all......and would recommend it to anyoneone who wants a bit of luxury in their lives!

Jul 16, 2009

Iamliz

Paradise cruise is the best

we were using paradise cruise for our 2d 1n cruise in ha long bay, and we choose for deluxe room. it was the best.. The service qualiy, the food, the room, we also have a private balconies, where we can sit outside our room while watching the beautifuf view of ha long bay. ha long bay was the highlight of our trip in vietnam.. :)

Mar 15, 2010

Paradise Cruise an excellent choice

We chose Paradise Cruise because it has it's own island base so is quicker to get on it's way than other boats.

On arrival we were met with a cool drink in a comfortable lounge while waiting for other passengers. As soon as everyone had arrived, we were boarded and on our way quickly which meant we were at the first attraction, the caves, before other boats.

Lunch and breakfast are buffet but dinner is a set meal. As we wanted vegetarian option we told the company beforehand and they provided a good meal, high standard, nicely presented. The staff were very attentive but did not pester

Cabin was very comfortable

Warning - the caves are over 100 steps up

Other people on the boat were doing the extra day where you are taken to a national park . They did not realise that the extra day included walking through jungle and also a bike ride - make sure you have suitable clothes.

Like all the cruise companies, the one-night cruise begins at lunchtime and ends mid-morning on the next day. It is about three hours drive to/from Hanoi.

JacquiRLondon
Oct 17, 2009

Halong bay tour 2 days with Paradise cruise