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Emeraude Cruise

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9/27/2011 9:54:28 AM

Emeraude offers daily overnight cruise service on board a luxurious replica steamer with 38 cabins meticulously designed to evoke the nostalgic charm of colonial Indochina.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.

Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong
08.00: Depart from Hanoi by a 3,5hour driving to Halong.
Check-in between 11h30 - 12h00 at the Emeraude Cafe in Halong City
Enjoy a refreshing “Welcome Cocktail” upon check-in on the sun deck
Cruise commences and the lavish buffet lunch served at the restaurant
Visit by Tender to see the Sung Sot Caves (Cave of Surprises) weather permitting
Option of Kayaking or Swimming near Hang Trong anchorage
Vietnamese cuisine demonstration at the sun deck
Complimentary canapés at the sun deck bar
Scrumptious International Buffet Dinner served at the restaurant
Evening Movie show at the sun deck
Accommodation on board

Day 2: Halong – Hanoi
Tai Chi exercise at the sun deck and continuation of cruise
Breakfast Buffet served in the restaurant
Check-out on board and disembarkation at Emeraude Café, Halong City at 09h30 am
Check out and transfer back Hanoi.
End in Hanoi at 14.00.

Our prices are quoted in $USD based per person percabin for accommodation and full board
 
Cabin type 1st Jan - 30th Apr & 01st Oct - 31st Dec 1st May - 30th Sep
single cabin Double cabin single cabin Double cabin
Deluxe 220 320 184 246
Suite 235 345 205 276
President Suite 287 420 338 450

Tour includes:
Welcome drink
Breakfast, lunch, dinner as mentioned
Entrance fee
Accommodation onboard with A/C, hot water & shower
Boat insurance

Tour excludes:
Beverages
All service non-clearly mentioned in the inclusions list

Extra service:
Supplement for A/C Shuttle Bus Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi: 35USD/ person
Supplement for A/C Private Transfer Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi: 115USD/ 4seat car, 150USD/ 7 seat car, 160USD/ 16 seat bus.

Notes:
Itinerary is subject to change without prior notice due to the weather condition
Cruise itinerary and schedule subject to change upon weather and operations conditions.
Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number, visa expiry date for all Passengers
A valid passport is required upon check-in on board. Children whose traveling documents are attached to parent's passport must travel with the parent. Credit cards accepted on board: Amex, Visa and MasterCard.
Special requests on food (diet or vegetarian) please inform us before departure.

 







On the Emeraude, buoyed by one of the world's most beautiful bays, little things matter. Colonial style brass fans. Hardwood floors. Beadboard walls. And the most comfortable beds on the bay. In every cabin, the rich decor evokes another age, when craftsmanship mattered more than the bottom line.



But make no mistake: The Emeraude makes concessions to the modern era, with air conditioning, electricity and other amenities typical of an upscale hotel room. No need to bring your own hair dryer. We've got that. Umbrellas, slippers, bathrobes. We've imagined all the contingencies so you'll be fully prepared to enjoy your cruise.



The Captain's Suite
Also housed on the sundeck and benefiting from the same stunning views is the Captain's Suite.
At nearly 19 square metres, the port-side suite is spacious and comfortable and lined with colonial-era bamboo matting.
On the wall, antique maps will help you plot the vessel's path through the karsts and islands of Halong Bay.


The Emeraude Suite
At 22 square metres, the luxurious Emeraude Suite is roomy enough for a queen-sized bed, as well as a large sofa and space to entertain, which makes it a favourite with families.
Its cream and green colour scheme adds warmth and nostalgia to the wooden fixtures and flooring. A sundeck location on the starboard side and ample windows deliver wide views across the bay.
Outside, an adjacent sitting area is the perfect place to enjoy a drink or relax and marvel at the passing scenery.