Itinerary

Day 1

Hanoi - Halong : Emeraude (Lunch, Dinner)

Hotel pick up in Hanoi for the drive to Halong Tourist Wharf by 11:00 where a speedboat whisks guests out to the Emeraude Cruise, anchored 3 minutes offshore.

Enjoy a welcome cocktail upon boarding the Emeraude, a wonderful replica of the classic steamships from the French colonial era of Indochina. With 37 luxurious air conditioned cabins, a restaurant, two bars and a sundeck, this is the ultimate Halong Bay cruise vessel experience.

Lunch is served onboard at 13:00. While cruising the emerald green waters, indulge yourself with an invigorating traditional foot massage as an optional extra.

Another optional extra is high tea served on the sundeck under a paling late afternoon sun.

A sunset cocktail is served on the sundeck at 18:30, followed by a buffet dinner from 20:00 to 23:00.

Overnight onboard the Emeraude.

Day 2

Emeraude Cruise : Halong - Hanoi (Breakfast)

Rise to the crisp smell of the ocean and the wafting aromas of fresh coffee and a wholesome breakfast before cruising back to Halong Tourist Wharf.

Early morning Tai Chi before breakfast is an optional extra on the sundeck from 06:00 to 07:00.

Arrive back at the Halong Tourist Wharf for a disembarkation at 10.00. With the relaxing and revitalizing cruise over, wander the local market and a look around town.

Return to Hanoi around 4.00pm.

Extra Information

Inclusions -

All entrance fees on Halong Bay

Exclusions -

Personal expenses, Tips, Drink

Extras -

Tour Type: Private Tour

Departure date: Daily


Surcharge:

Surcharge US$70 per person for two or US$140 for a single traveler to upgrade to the Paul Roque Suite.

Surcharge 25% of normal rate for Special days: Christmas Eve (24 Dec), New Year's Eve (31 Dec) & Lunar New Year (28 Jan -31 Jan, 2006)