Emperor cruise*****

At 8:00 am, your driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi to travel to Halong Bay. There will be a 30-minute stop en route for refreshements.
You arrive at our Emperor Cruises dock at around noon and our team will welcome you in our lounge before boarding. Our Experiences Manager will assist you with boarding to start cruising in Bai Tu Long Bay through the many beautiful islets.
An a la carte lunch will be served at our Royal Restaurant on the main deck. Savor delicious Vietnamese food while admiring the grace of the bay.
Visit Vung Vieng fishing village, to view the fishing tanks of the local people. You have time to observe the process of feeding pearl as well as learning a little about the life of the local people. Proceed to Vung Vieng floating village to board bamboo boats so the locals can row you around their village and oyster pearl farming plots. Return to the boat by speedboat.
The cruise continues to Cong Do (sleeping area), where you will enjoy the wonderful beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay at sunset, admire the striking islands and islets, relax, indulge yourself and savor the peaceful atmosphere which can only be found out here among the islands. Choose from kayaking, just relaxing or taking afternoon tea and watching the sky color change as the sun sets. Enjoy wine tasting, attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking.
Enjoy our a la carte 5-course menu for dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night. Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises.

Wake up to the gentle lapping of the water against the boat and as the first rays of the sun announce a new day. Before enjoying breakfast have cookies and tea and then try the tai chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Bai Tu Long Bay

Explore the area of Hon Co Island and Co Cave (Grass Cave, also known as Thien Canh Son). You can revel in the breathtaking view of Bai Tu Long bay from up high, as well as the glorious long white-sand beach of Hon Co Island. Afterwards relax on the beach, go swimming in the crystal clear water and explore the cave.

Return to the cruise by speedboat. Arrange the luggage and check out. Enjoy brunch on board while cruising back to the mainland. Your driver waits to take you back to Hanoi or the airport for your onward journey or home.

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Boat details
 
Emperor Cruises are all-suite cruises with cabins measuring from 38 to 70 square metres, large enough to be able to add an extra bed. All the suites are spacious with their own private balcony affording spectacular ocean views. The bathrooms are uniquely designed and fit for royalty with a tub or a walk-in shower. The ocean can be viewed from any corner of the bathroom. 
 
Accommodation
Signature cabin
Number of cabins: 2
Cabin Location: 1st deck
Room size: 48m² (38m² +10m² balcony)
Bed Type: Twin
Maximum number of people allowed: 2 adults + 2 child under 12 year olds
Possible extra bed
 
State cabin
Number of cabins: 4
Cabin Location: 1st deck and the rear upper deck
Room size: 53m² (43m² +10m² balcony)
Bed Type: Twin
Maximum number of people allowed: 2 adults + 2 child under 12 year olds
Possible extra bed
 
Royal Suites cabin
Number of cabins: 2 (King and Queen)
Cabin Location: Second deck
Room size: 70m² (60m² +10m² balcony)
Bed Type: Double
Maximum number of people allowed: 2 adults + 2 child under 12 years old
Possible two extra beds
 
Accommodation includes:
- Welcome bottle of champagne
- Ocean view from private balcony
- Queen- or king-sized bed or twin-bed configuration with luxurious and-embroidered duvets and pillows.
- Butler service in King and Queen Suites
- Mini-bar replenished daily with complimentary soft drinks, beer and bottled water
- Walk-in closet
- Luxurious toiletries
- Luxurious bathroom amenities
- Plush bathrobes and slippers
- Hair dryer
- Private safe
- Smart TV and complimentary movies-on-demand
- Free 24-hour room service
 
Facility and Services
Safety instruction given by the Experiences Director upon boarding - Life jackets in all cabins and public areas - Life buoys / Life rafts - Tender - Leakage alarm system - COM system - Radar - VHF - Fire safety system - Dead bolt in rooms - Sprinkler in room - Smoke alarm in room - Audible smoke alarms - 24-hour security staff - Regular safety inspections - Break glass emergency phone - Smoke extractors in corridors - Video camera at entrance - Video surveillance in hallways - Doors can be forced open - Emergency lighting at emergency exits - Complies with Htl Safety Act 1990 - Loudspeaker system - Exterior video surveillance - Emergency electric generator - Visual alarm for common areas - Smoke alarm in public areas - Emergency plan in cabin - Compliance to national safety regulations.