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HLSH 03: HALONG BAY TOUR - EMERAUDE CRUISE
Hanoi - Ha
Long bay
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Ha Long Bay, listed as a World Heritage Area of outstanding natural
beauty. This picturesque "Dragon descending to the sea" Bay has 1,969 limestone
islets rising from the sea, many of them containing beautiful grottoes.
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Emeraude Cruises launched this Emeraude on Dec 16, 2003, the first ever
luxury cruise ship designed as a direct inspiration from the past and built in
Vietnam. Holiday-makers on Emeraude will cruise around scenic, memorable and
beautiful Halong Bay.
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From the 350m2 open upper sun deck, passengers can enjoy a soothing foot
massage while sipping a refreshing cocktail and gazing at the rock formations
reflected in the crystal clear water of the bay. The Emeraude’s huge paddle
wheel opens to reveal a swimming deck offering passengers the opportunity to
swim in the calm waters of the bay surrounded by the majestic scenery. At
dawn, that most magical time as the sun rises, the soft and graceful movements
of a Tai chi class on.
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Emeraude is a 55m length steamer boat
features 3 decks, 38 full view cabins & 1 suite, a 80-seat
restaurant, 2 bars, shops, massage rooms, swimming platform,
entertainment completion.
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong bay -
Emeraude Cruise (Lunch/Dinner)
08h30 - 13h00: Pickup by private car at your hotel about 8:30. Spend
3 hour sight seeing country Vietnam on the way to Halong city. Arrive at
Emeraude Pier just before 12:00AM. 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.
13h00 - 16h00: Cruise on the Emeraude on Halong 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 for professional massage (this optional service is not include in our
quote). Continue cruising on Halong bay.
16h00 - 18h30: Anchor near Trinh Nu & Hang Trong caves. Swimming,
Kayaking if weather permitted (Kayaking is optional, so not included in our
service).
19h00 - 21h00: Vietnamese buffet dinner is served in the Emeraude
dinning room. The Emeraude anchored between breathtaking Trinh Nu and Hang
Trong Cave. Accommodation and overnight on board.
Day 2: Emeraude Cruise - Halong bay - Hanoi
(Breakfast)
Early morning - 07h00: Attend in a Tai chi course to relax yourself in the early morning of
Orient or wake up early to
see Sunrise.
07h00 - 09h00: The Emeraude sail once again through the
breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay heading for Halong city,
it is your time to take breakfast with European buffet
breakfast at the Emeraude restaurant.
09h00 - 09h30:
Check out of cabin.
09h30 - 10h00: Transfer by shuttle boat to Emeraude Pier. Pick-up
by our car.
10h00 till afternoon: Many options satisfied your travel need.
Either drive back to your hotel in Hanoi or Airport; Travel around Halong city
and Tuan Chau island; or take one of following Discover Vietnam Culture tours:
Dong Trieu Ceramic Village (near Halong), Bat Trang Pottery village (near
Hanoi), Dau Pagoda or But Thap Pagoda. (Discover Vietnam Culture tours are
optional and will be quote separately).
Services available:
- Kayaking service, Guided excursion to Sung Sot grotto.
- Professional massage.
- Two Bars, Souvenir shop, Light Entertainment.
The Emeraude’s restaurant offers delicious, freshly caught local seafood
and other specialties. While enjoying breathtaking views of the bay,
passengers can enjoy the simple and honest flavors.
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2008 RATES --- Price Per Person ( USD) in Twin/Double
Cabin |
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Size of group |
1 person |
2 - 4 |
5 - 6 |
7
- 10 |
Single |
| Superior |
240 |
140 |
135 |
132 |
105 |
| Deluxe |
250 |
150 |
146 |
140 |
115 |
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Suite |
405 |
230 |
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| Children from 6 - 11 years old |
USD
85/children Sharing a twin or double cabin with 02 adults on mattress |
| Children under
6 years old |
Free of charge |
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BOOK NOW |
EMAIL TO MODIFY |
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Our costs are Net including Tax and Service charge. |
Price Includes:
Accommodation, one welcome cocktail, excursion entrance fees, three meals, onboard insurance, tax & services charge.
Price excludes:
City transfer, visa application, kayak, spa services, beverages, and items excluded in rates inclusion.
Return
Transportation Hanoi-Halong-Hanoi by Shuttle Bus :
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Daily departure at 08.30
am from 59A Ly Thai To Street, Hanoi |
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2009 |
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Adult |
US$ 30/ person/ two
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US$ 35/ person/ two
way |
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Child below 12 |
US$ 20/ child/ two
way |
US$ 25/ child/ two
way |
Child Rates:
US$ 85.00 net/child under 12 sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults on mattress, limiting to one child per booking only.
Free of charge for child below the age of 6 year old traveling with parents limiting to one child per booking only.
Child from the age of 12 must solely occupy a cabin and pay full cabin rate.
EMERAUDE HISTORY
French owner, Eric Merlin, accidentally discovered the existence of
a magnificent fleet of four single-wheeled paddle steamers - Emeraude,
Perle, Saphir and Rubis,
operating in Halong & Vietnam from 1906 to 1945 from a black and white postcard
he bought in France! With inspiration from these historic steamers, Emeraude has been designed in the traditional of the grand
steamers of yesteryear and its refined interior decor will bring you back to
the old-world charm of the colonial era while maintaining modern standards of
comfort and safety to make your cruises as enjoyable as possible. Lead by
Captain Jaques Lefur and General Manager, Bertrand Fromm, the 35 multilingual
members crew is well trained in safety and service requirements. |
