Every day, the Emeraude journeys through one of the world's most dazzling natural wonders and into the sepia realm of a dream. Named for a cruising vessel that plied these waters between 1906 and 1937, the Emeraude aspires to the magnificence of the bay itself. Its air-conditioned cabins, en suite bathrooms, award-winning cuisine and spacious deck space set the stage for the voyage of a lifetime.

 

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.

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08: 00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi and drive to Halong Bay through scenic countryside areas.

11: 30 - 12: 00 Registration at Emeraude Cafe
12: 00 - 12: 15 Embarkation
12: 15 - 12: 30 Check-in
12: 30 - 12: 45 Captain raises anchor
12: 45 - 14: 00 Refreshing Vietnamese & Int'l buffet lunch served
14: 00 - 14: 30 Free & easy
14: 30 - 16: 00 Shore excursion to Song Sot Grotto
15: 30 - 17: 00 Crepe Station on Sundeck
16: 00 - 16: 45 Relax & chill, easy cruising along the Bay
16: 15 - 16: 35 (Optional) Visit Pearls' Farm or stay onboard
16: 45 - 17: 00 Captain anchors for the night
17: 00 - 18: 00 Swims, kayaks or enjoy traditional spa treatments
18: 00 - 18: 30 Vietnamese Fresh Spring Roll Cooking Class
18: 30 - 19: 00 Cocktails on the Sundeck
19: 00 - 21: 00 Gourmet VN seafood & European dinner buffet served
20: 30 - 23: 00 Screening of highly acclaimed classic "Indochine"

 

06: 00 - 07: 00 Complimentary cafe gourmand served on the sundeck
06: 30 - 07: 00 Learn ancient art of Tai Chi on sundeck
07: 00 - 08: 00 Leave luggage/bags outside cabins
07: 00 - 08: 30 Energizing breakfast served
08: 30 - 09: 00 Check-out
09: 30 - 10: 00 Disembarkation
10: 00 - 10: 15 Drop off point: Emeraude Café

NB: Cruises with 14 persons and below set menus will be served.

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Prices quoted in US$ nett per person Valid until 31 Oct 2012
Cabin Grade	Nov 2011 - Apr 2012		May - Oct 2012
	Single	Double	Single	Double
Standard	230	175	215	160
Superior	275	205	255	195
Deluxe	320	235	295	225
Suite	445	335	430	325
Child from 5 - 11	120
Child under 5	FOC

Trip Included services

• One welcome cocktail
• Bus transfer: Hanoi - Halong bay - Hanoi
• Accommodation on board Tax and service charges
• Excursion entrance fees
• Three meals Onboard insurance

Trip Excluded services

• All airfares
• Visa arrangements
• Kayak, massage
• Personal expenses (drinks, extra services and tips) and all services non-clearly