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Emeraude Cruise

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9/27/2011 9:54:28 AM

Emeraude offers daily overnightcruise service on board a luxurious replica steamer with 38 cabins meticulouslydesigned to evoke the nostalgic charm of colonial Indochina.In 1910 a paddlesteamer called the Emeraude was offering unforgettable cruises in Halong Bay forvisitors to what was then French Indochina. The Emeraude was part of a flotillaowned by the Roque family who had left Bordeaux in 1858 in search of adventureand fortune. Over a period of more than 50 years they found both. After severalups and downs including successful trading and timber businesses near bankruptcyand being taken hostage by pirates the Roque brothers built Emeraude PerleSaphir Rubis and Onyx to ferry passengers and freight along the waterways ofIndochina 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 arequoted in $USD based per cabin for accommodation and full board
 
Cabin type1st Jan - 30th Apr &1st Oct- 31st Dec 20121st May - 30th Sep 2012
Single cabinDouble cabinSingle cabinDouble cabin
Superior$235.00$336.00$186.00$266.00
Deluxe$270.00$386.00$221.00$316.00
suite$375.00$536.00$321.00$516.00

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 operationsconditions.
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 travelingdocuments are attached to parent's passport must travel with the parent. Creditcards 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'smost beautiful bays, little things matter. Colonial style brass fans. Hardwoodfloors. Beadboard walls. And the most comfortable beds on the bay. In everycabin, the rich decor evokes another age, when craftsmanship mattered more thanthe bottom line.



But make no mistake: The Emeraude makes concessions to the modern era, with airconditioning, 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 toenjoy your cruise.



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



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