Emperor Cruise was inspired by Emperor Bao Dai, Vietnam’s penultimate emperor, and his luxurious lifestyle. Each suite, designed in the style of the 1930s, contains fascinating stories about his life. Ten en-suite suites with private balconies, ocean views, butler service, and a limousine are available.
Emperor Luxury Cruises aspires to provide a genuinely all-inclusive cruising experience where you are served like kings and queens with superb cuisine, 24-hour room service, and an engaging itinerary with many exciting activities during your luxury cruise in Halong Bay.
Furthermore, you have the freedom to dine whenever and wherever you like. There are no charges for massages, saunas, food, or beverages, and there is no fee to pay at the end.
5 things that we love most about Emperor Cruise
Aesthetic Indochina architecture;Elegant retro wooden interior
Great itinerary with many activities
Largest entry-level suites
All cavbins with private balcony and ocean-view bathtub
Professional and attentive crew
Itinerary
DAY 1: HANOI - TUAN CHAU PORT - HANG LUON
Morning
8:30 - 9:00: Go on the limousine van in Hanoi Old Quarter, then transfer to Halong Bay in 2.5 hours
- Emperor Cruise will pick you up at No.28 Tuan Chau Port
- Check in your cabin with Cruise Director’s assistance
- Enjoy the Vietnamese set lunch menu at Can Chanh Palace Restaurant on the main deck
- Admire the glory of the Bay
Afternoon
- During this time, passengers are free to enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay by paddling on colorful kayaks as the cruise ship draws closer to Hang Luon Area (Luon grotto).
- Titov Island is approached by the cruises. Visitors may unwind on the beach or simply go swimming in the clean sea.
- Join on the Sundeck for an afternoon tea with music and canapes
- Try a cooking demonstration to test your talents in the art of traditional Vietnamese cuisine
Night
- Get your A La Carte course menu at Royal Palace Restaurant onboard
- Try Squid fishing among the charm of Halong Bay at night
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Emperor Cruises Halong
Activities: swim or kayak around Tra Bau, afternoon tea, cooking demonstration
DAY 2: ME CUNG CAVE - TUAN CHAU PORT - HANOI
- Wake up early and join the Vovinam session on the sundeck
- Get your light breakfast with tea, coffee, pastries, cookies, fresh juices... at the cruise’s luxury restaurant
- Explore Me Cung Cave (Cave of Maze) to find the meaning of stalactites and stalagmites based on their shape
- Taste brunch A La Carte on the first floor of Can Chanh Restaurant
- Admire the beautiful Halong Bay while sailing back to the port
14:30 - 15:00 Arrive in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
Accommodation: NA
Activities: Vovinam session, Me Cung Cave exploration
DAY 1: HANOI - TUAN CHAU MARINA - HANG LUON
Morning
8:30 - 9:00 Depart from Hanoi Old Quarter, transfer to No. 28 Tuan Chau Marina
- Meet your tour guide and the crew at the lounge before embarking on Emperor Cruise
- A set lunch menu with traditional Vietnamese cuisine is served at Can Chanh Palace restaurant
- Sightsee the wonderful seascape during your meal
Afternoon
- Explore the stunning scenery of Halong Bay in colourful kayaks as the cruise draws closer to Hang Luon Area (Luon grotto).
- Taste the afternoon tea with music and Canapes on the sundeck
- Attend the cooking class to learn how to make Vietnamese spring rolls
Night
- A La Carte course menu for dinner is served at Royal Palace Restaurant
- Get your new experience with squid fishing
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Emperor Cruises Halong
Activities: swim or kayak in Tra Bau, afternoon tea, cooking class
DAY 2: VIET HAI VILLAGE - CAI BEO FLOATING HAMLET - BA TRAI DAO
Morning
- Exercise Vovinam in the sunshine
- Can Chanh Restaurant serves a deluxe breakfast for you
- Sail to Viet Hai Village to discover the fishers’ life by a bamboo boat
- Back to the Emperor Cruise to enjoy your lunch
Afternoon
- As you tour the Cat Ba Archipelago, stop at the Cai Beo floating hamlet
- Continue to the Ba Trai Dao beaches, where you may swim and kayak in the Tra Bau region
- Discover a secret cave and beach that are surrounded by sheer cliffs.
- Enjoy a massage or take a special trip to learn about the artwork of Pham Luc or the palaces of Emperor Bao Dai.
- Attend the afternoon tea with music and canapes on the sundeck
- Participate in the cooking demonstration, and test your culinary prowess in a setting that is just breathtaking.
Night
- A La Carte course menu is served among the charm of Bay
- Go night squid fishing to try your luck
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Emperor Cruises Halong
Activities: Cua Van Village discovery, Tien Ong Cave exploration, afternoon tea, cooking class
DAY 3: ME CUNG CAVE - TUAN CHAU HARBOR - HANOI
- Build your muscle in Vovinam class under the morning sunlight
- Taste your light breakfast with tea, coffee, and pastries onboard restaurant
- Head to Me Cung Cave and discover the secret of its 1000-year culture
- Preparation before disembark
- Enjoy brunch A La Carte in Can Chanh restaurant while returning to Tuan Chau Marina
14:30 - 15:00 Arrive in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
Accommodation: NA
Activities: Vovinam class, Me Cung Cave discovery
Important Notes
PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Please kindly provide us your passport information at least 01 week before the cruise date.
If you have any specific food request (vegetarian, allergic, non-seafood, etc.), feel free to let us know so we can serve your demands with the best.
Cruise Inclusions & Options
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Welcome drink
Fresh seasonal fruit, snacks, and nuts, water bottle, tea & coffee in rooms
All-inclusive drinks all the time: Tea, coffee, wines, spirits, local beers, fruit juices, soft drinks, cocktails, and mocktails.
All-inclusive use of Massage, Sauna & Gym
English speaking Butler service
All Signature, State, Royal Suite cabins with private balcony & full ocean view, Jacuzzi bathtub
2D1N Cruise: 01 set menu lunch, 01 a la carte dinner, 01 breakfast, and 1 brunch
24h Dining menu in the room
Experiences Director on board, tailor-made your itineraries
Local guide service for unlimited exploration
24-hour room service with no additional charges.
Mini-bar replenished daily
Music, bars & art gallery. A fun club for kids & library
Cookery & tea demonstration
Vovinam session
Kayaking, squid fishing, visiting caves, fishing villages, boating
All sightseeing tickets, Service charges, and government tax.
Transfer round trip Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi (book in next step)
Visa and passport arrangement services
Air fares to and from Noi Bai Airport (Hanoi) or Cat Bi Airport (Hai Phong)
Accommodation pre- and post-cruise
Personal expenses
All other services not mentioned above
