Scheduled itinerary for this tour
Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Emeraude Cruise (L/D)
08.30-13.00: Pick up by private car at your hotel about 8.30. Spend 3 hour sight seeing country Vietnam o¬n the way to Ha Long city. Arrive at Emeraude Pier just before 12.00 AM. Welcome by Emeraude staff and embark with the shuttle boat for short transfer (approximately 5 minutes) to the Emeraude. Welcome cocktail and check-in on board the Emeraude.
13.00-16.00: Cruise o¬n the Emeraude o¬n Ha Long Bay passing by some of the most scenic locations including Yen Ngua, Con Coc Mountains and a floating village. Vietnamese buffet lunch is served in the Emeraude restaurant from 13.00-14.30. Followed by an excursion to Sung Sot Grotto (Grotto of Surprises) with optional guide to the grotto. En-route, enjoy the view from the sun deck, or relax with a professional massage (this optional service is not include in our quote). Continue cruising o¬n Ha Long bay.
16.00-18.30: Anchor near Trinh Nu & Hang Trong caves. Swimming, Kayaking if weather permitted
19.00-21.00: Vietnamese buffet dinner is served in the Emeraude dinning room. The Emeraude anchored between breathtaking Trinh Nu and Hang Trong Cave. Stay over night o¬n board.
Day 2: Emeraude Cruise - Ha Long Bay - Hanoi (Breakfast)
Early moring-07.00: Attend in a Tai chi course to relax yourself in the early morning of Orient or wake up early to see Sunrise
07.00-09.00: The Emeraude sail o¬nce again through the breathtaking scenery of Ha Long Bay heading for Ha Long city, it is your time to take breakfast with European buffet breakfast at the Emeraude restaurant
09.00-09.30: Check out of cabin.
09.30-10.00: Transfer by shuttle boat to Emeraude Pier. Pick-up by our car.
Notice :
- The cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change with or without prior notice
- The following details are required at least o¬ne week prior to cruise for advance registration: full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number and dates permitted to stay in Vietnam.
- A valid passport is required upon check in o¬n board
- Insurance is not included. Clients are recommended to take their own insurance before departure.
- Credit cards accepted o¬n board: Amex, Visa and MasterCard.
Tour cost includes:
- Transfer to/from Ha Long by A/C private car/van
- One night on board in twin shaing in luxury air-conditioned en-suite cabin
- Shared boat cruise
- Entrance fee
- English speaking guide on board
- Welcome drink
- Meals as indicated in the program as B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D= Dinner
Tour cost excludes:
- Personal expense
- Drinks , telephone , laundry
- Travel insurance
The History of Emeraude Cruise
In 1910 a paddle steamer called the Emeraude was offering unforgettable cruises in Halong Bay for visitors to what was then French Indochina. The Emeraude was part of a flotilla owned by the Roque family who had left Bordeaux in 1858 in search of adventure and fortune. Over a period of more than 50 years they found both. After several ups and downs including successful trading and timber businesses, near bankruptcy and being taken hostage by pirates, the Roque brothers built Emeraude, Perle, Saphir, Rubis and Onyx to ferry passengers and freight along the waterways of Indochina and cruise on magnificent Halong Bay.Today the Emeraude offers a regular cruise service on board a luxurious replicasteamer with 39 cabins meticulously designed to evoke the nostalgic charm of colonial Indochina.
Room
Each bespoke cabin exudes warmth and character with high standards of workmanship, distinguished style and impeccable service. With its polished wooden floors and brass fixtures and fittings the Emeraude’s rooms offer timeless elegance.
Restaurant and Bars
The Emeraude’s restaurant offers delicious, freshly caught local seafood and other specialities. While enjoying breathtaking views of the bay, passengers can enjoy the simple and honest flavours of traditional fare.