Departure: Daily from Hanoi
from $320/person
* Free Kayaking
* Free Vietnam visa service
All 8 cabins are en-suites with private balconies, panoramic ocean views and a personal butler service. The Emperor Cruises fleet is designed to be a sanctuary that ensures each and every moment counts for guests in Ha Long Bay - a must-see on the travel itinerary of all visitors to Vietnam.
Inspired by the lavish lifestyle of Emperor Bao Dai, the last Emperor of Vietnam, this masterpiece is designed to reflect the style of the 1930s, and be a haven for the most sophisticated travelers to enjoy Vietnamese culture, history and gourmet cuisine. The cruise is where royal glamour and heritage will combine to create the epitome of elegance and aristocracy. Each guest will be treated like an emperor and experience the best of the best, in privacy, and with every tiny detail attended to.
Emperor Cruises has been built as a traditional ship using the highest quality materials, and finished with exquisite gold-plated motifs, fine silk, velvet and other luxury accoutrements such as brass, crystal and gem stones. Works of art commissioned from well-known Vietnamese artists adorn the walls, and everything is designed in accordance with the specific requirements and preferences of the individual traveler in mind. The private butler and reception services will be available around the clock.
Food fit for an Emperor - Emperor Cruises Halong has crafted a culinary treat for the most discerning of palettes at the Can Chanh Palace Royal Restaurant, and promises that every guest's dining experience will exceed expectations. The cuisine is always freshly prepared using the best local ingredients, with an emphasis on seafood. Each overnight trip includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, and with every meal on board, guests are treated to a rich selection of complimentary local beers, spirits, and distinctive wines chosen by the acclaimed sommeliers. Barbecues and private dinners on the beach or at secluded caves are also available. Guests can choose to dine in their suites, on the sundecks, or anywhere that takes their fancy.
With Emperor Cruises, luxury doesn't mean that there won't be adventure! Guests spend their time spotting local wildlife, snorkeling, boating, kayaking, embracing Mother Nature, and passing the time with their fellow passengers and crew.
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Address: 5th Floor, HTK Building, 98 Nguyen Van Cu, 200000 Long Bien, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: +84 982 661 133
Phone: +84 982 661 133
Price range: $640 - $1900
User rate:
- Launch Year
2016 - No. of Decks
3 decks - Cruise Length
58m
- Cruise category
- Number of Cabins
8 Cabins - Cruise Width
10.9m
- Cruise Capacity
18 Persons - Cruise Height
9.9m
RATE: Cruise Rate is quoted in US Dollar per CABIN
| 2 DAYS PROGRAM | 1 May 2024- 30 September 2024 (Summer Promotion) | 1 January 2024 - 30 Apr 2024 & 1 October 2024 - 31 December 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRUISE RATE | Double Cabin | Single Cabin | Double Cabin | Single Cabin |
| SIGNATURE SUITES | 640 | 452 | 790 | 550 |
| STATES SUITES | 640 | 452 | 790 | 550 |
| ROYAL SUITE | 810 | 564 | 1,000 | 690 |
| TRANSFER | Shuttle Bus | Private Car | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Hanoi | 40/pp | 65/pp | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Airport | N/A | 75/pp | ||
| Above Price Includes: | Excludes: |
|---|---|
| • Drinks and massages • Welcome champaign/sparkling wine/ house wine in room. • English speaking butler service. • All rooms with private balcony & full ocean view, Jacuzzi bathtub. • All luxury meals. • 24h Dining menu in room. • Live music with guitar, violin, piano. • Experiences Director on board, tailor made your itineraries. • Local guide service. • 24-hour room service with no additional charges. • Mini-bar replenished daily. • Fruits, snack & nuts. • Music, cinema, bars & art gallery. • Cookery & tea demonstration. • Vovinam session. • Kayaking, squid fishing, visiting cave, fishing villages, boating. • Fun club for kids & library. • Free wifi. • Free bank charges if paying by credit card. • All sightseeing tickets. • Service charges and government tax. | • All pick-up and drop-off and transfer services. • Accommodation pre- and post-cruise. • Personal expenses. • Visa arrangements. • All other services not mentioned above. |
| 3 DAYS PROGRAM | 1 May 2024- 30 September 2024 (Summer Promotion) | 1 January 2024 - 30 Apr 2024 & 1 October 2024 - 31 December 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRUISE RATE | Double Cabin | Single Cabin | Double Cabin | Single Cabin |
| SIGNATURE SUITES | 1210 | 854 | 1490 | 1050 |
| STATES SUITES | 1210 | 854 | 1490 | 1050 |
| ROYAL SUITE | 1530 | 1078 | 1900 | 1330 |
| TRANSFER | Shuttle Bus | Private Car | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Hanoi | 40/pp | 75/pp | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Airport | N/A | 85/pp | ||
| Above Price Includes: | Excludes: |
|---|---|
| • Drinks and massages • Welcome champaign/sparkling wine/ house wine in room. • English speaking butler service. • All rooms with private balcony & full ocean view, Jacuzzi bathtub. • All luxury meals. • 24h Dining menu in room. • Live music with guitar, violin, piano. • Experiences Director on board, tailor made your itineraries. • Local guide service. • 24-hour room service with no additional charges. • Mini-bar replenished daily. • Fruits, snack & nuts. • Music, cinema, bars & art gallery. • Cookery & tea demonstration. • Vovinam session. • Kayaking, squid fishing, visiting cave, fishing villages, boating. • Fun club for kids & library. • Free wifi. • Free bank charges if paying by credit card. • All sightseeing tickets. • Service charges and government tax. | • All pick-up and drop-off and transfer services. • Accommodation pre- and post-cruise. • Personal expenses. • Visa arrangements. • All other services not mentioned above. |
Day 1: HANOI – HON GAI DOCK -> BAI TU LONG BAY -> THIEN CANH SON CAVE -> CONG DO (SLEEPING AREA).
Leave Hanoi at 9:00 AM if you take the private transfer or from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM if you take the shuttle bus and arrive in Hon Gai dock around 12:00 PM (transportation service on your request).
12.00: Upon arrival at Emperor Cruises, located at Hon Gai dock, our team will welcome you in our lounge before boardinggg.
12.30: Our Experiences Manager will assist you with boarding to start cruising in Bai Tu Long Bay. Check in to your cabin as we set sail from Vinashin dock to cruise among the many beautiful islets (scenes from the film ‘Indochine’ were filmed here). Bai Tu Long Bay has a wild beauty and the panoramas from the boat are unforgettable.
13.00: A set menu lunch will be served at our Paranoma Restaurant on the main deck. Savor delicious Vietnamese food while admiring the grace of the bay.
14.30: 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.
16.30: Return to the cruise by small boat
17.00: Choose from kayaking, taking massage or just relaxing, do nothing or watching the sky color change as the sun sets.
18.00: Attend tea demonstration
18h30- 19h00: Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting.
19.30: Enjoy our a la carte course menu for dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
21.00: Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises.
Day 2: CONG DO (SLEEPING AREA) – THIEN CANH SON CAVE – HON GAI DOCK – HANOI
6.00: 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 Vovinam session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Bai Tu Long Bay
6.45: Have light breakfast with milk, bread, cereals, fruit juice, yogurt
7h15-.7h30: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village, the famous pearl-growing village, to view the fishing tanks 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 mother boat by speedboat/tender
8.30: Return to the cruise by tender
9.30: Arrange the luggage and check out.
9.45-10.30: Enjoy brunch on board while cruising back to the mainland.
11.00: Arrive back at Emperor Cruises dock, Halong City for disembarkation where your driver waits to take you back to Hanoi or the airport for your onward journey or home.
Day 1: HANOI – HON GAI DOCK -> BAI TU LONG BAY -> THIEN CANH SON CAVE -> CONG DO (SLEEPING AREA).
Leave Hanoi at 9:00 AM if you take the private transfer or from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM if you take the shuttle bus and arrive in Hon Gai dock around 12:00 PM (transportation service on your request).
12.00: Upon arrival at Emperor Cruises, located at Hon Gai dock, our team will welcome you in our lounge before boardinggg.
12.30: Our Experiences Manager will assist you with boarding to start cruising in Bai Tu Long Bay. Check in to your cabin as we set sail from Vinashin dock to cruise among the many beautiful islets (scenes from the film ‘Indochine’ were filmed here). Bai Tu Long Bay has a wild beauty and the panoramas from the boat are unforgettable.
13.00: A set menu lunch will be served at our Paranoma Restaurant on the main deck. Savor delicious Vietnamese food while admiring the grace of the bay.
14.30: 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.
16.30: Return to the cruise by small boat
17.00: Choose from kayaking, taking massage or just relaxing, do nothing or watching the sky color change as the sun sets.
18.00: Attend tea demonstration
18h30- 19h00: Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting.
19.30: Enjoy our a la carte course menu for dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
21.00: Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises.
Day 2: CONG DO AREA – CONG DAM ( HON XEP NATURAL PARK) – THAY CAVE – CONG DO ( SLEEPING AREA)
6.00: 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 Vovinam session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Bai Tu Long Bay
6.45: Have light breakfast with milk, bread, cereals, fruit juice, yohurt, cookies, tea & coffee. Catch the morning view of seascape while enjoying the breakfast in the restaurant.
7h15-.7h30: Transfer to Day small Boat and start cruising to admire the widest beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay.
8h30-9h00: Transfer to Day small Boat and start cruising to admire the widest beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay.
10h00-11h00: Kayak and discover Thay Cave – one of the most large & well-hidden cave in Bai Tu Long Bay.
11h00-12h00: Visit Cong Dam Area- Hon Xep Nature Park – Deep into Bai Tu Long Bay, the famous hidden lagoons covered by majestic limestone islands and islets with wild beaches
12h00- 15h00: Enjoy the lunch in the restaurant on day boat
15h00- 15h30: Transfer from Day Boat back to main boat – Emperor Cruises boat
18.15: Enjoy massage service or just relax or try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting.
19.00: Enjoy your BBQ dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
21.00: Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises.
Day 3: CONG DO (SLEEPING AREA) – THIEN CANH SON CAVE – HON GAI DOCK
6.00: 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 Vovinam session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Bai Tu Long Bay
6.45: Have light breakfast with milk, bread, cereals, fruit juice, yogurt
7h15-.7h30: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village, the famous pearl-growing village, to view the fishing tanks 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 mother boat by speedboat/tender
8.30: Return to the cruise by tender
9.30: Arrange the luggage and check out.
9.45-10.30: Enjoy brunch on board while cruising back to the mainland.
11.00: Arrive back at Emperor Cruises dock, Halong City for disembarkation where your driver waits to take you back to Hanoi or the airport for your onward journey or home.
Emperor Cruises Ha Long promises an extraordinary all-inclusive experience. The newly built, custom-designed traditional junk cruise features three decks that house an open restaurant, two lounge bars and clubs, a small library, internet café, two Jacuzzis, saunas, two massage rooms, a kids’ club and a gymnasium to service the 8 luxurious en-suite cabins with ocean views and private balconies.
The Emperor and His Empire
The last Emperor Bao Dai had royal villas in Do Son, Vung Tau, Buon Me Thuot and Da Lat as well as palaces in Nha Trang and the Lak Lake region (Dak Lak). In particular, he enjoyed cruising leisurely, sea fishing off Nha Trang and freshwater fishing in Lak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in the Central Highlands.
As inspiration, we have named the six suites after the locations related to the opulent lifestyle of Emperor Bao Dai and his empire. And for each suite, including the King and Queen suites, features interesting stories from his life.
All 8 suites will be decorated in warm colors with leather headboards, plush sofas or chairs and drapes, new lighting features, window coverings, fancy carpeting, modern works of art, stylish bed cushions, and throw pillows inspired by original designs dating from the 1930s.
Emperor Cruises are all-suite cruises with cabins measuring from 28 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.
A spacious sitting area provides room to stretch out and watch television, read a book or simply enjoy the sunset or awake each morning to see new vistas.
All Types of Suites include:
• 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.
• Mini-bar replenished daily with complimentary soft drinks, beer and bottled water
• Unlimited Sauna and spa services, enrichment programs and activities
• Walk-in closet
• Luxurious toiletries
• Luxurious bathroom amenities
• Plush bathrobes and slippers
• Hair dryer
• Private safe
• Wardrobe
• Life jackets
• Fire Extinguisher
• Emergency Hammers
• Smart TV and complimentary movies-on-demand
• Free 24-hour room service
Benefits
The All-inclusive Emperor Cruises Experience
What is included:
• FREE waiting lounge in harbor
• FREE tender from mainland to ship
• FREE butler service and around-the-clock service
• FREE tour guide service for unlimited exploration
• FREE tai chi and unlimited use of spa
• FREE cookery demonstration
• FREE unlimited beach activities such as kayaking, snorkeling and scuba diving, glass-bottomed boat, squid fishing
• FREE beverages including wines, beer and premium spirits, soft drinks, bottled water and specialty coffee and tea served throughout the ship
• FREE mini-bar replenished daily with soft drinks, beer and bottled water
• FREE 24-hour room service with no additional charges
• FREE pre-paid gratuities
• FREE upgrade to higher category accommodation or transportation (subject to availability)
• FREE bank charges if paying by credit card
• FREE voucher valued at 40 USD per couple for Emperor Cruises Nha Trang
Royal Cabin: King & Queen
• Number of cabins: 2 ( King and Queen)
• Cabin Location: Second deck
• Room size and living room: 70m²
• Bed Type: Double
• Maximum number of people allowed: 2 adults + 2 child under 12 years old
• Possible two extra beds
The State Rooms: Hue, Vung Tau, Dalat, Nha Trang
• Number of cabins: 4 ( Hue, Vung Tau, Dalat, Nha Trang)
• Cabin Location: 1st deck (Hue and Vung Tau) and the rear upper deck (Nha Trang and Dalat)
• Room size: 42m²
• Bed Type: Twin
• Maximum number of people allowed: 2 adults + 2 child under 12 year olds
• Possible extra bed
Signature: Lak Lake and Do Son
• Number of cabins: 2 ( Do Son and Lak Lake)
• Cabin Location: 1st deck
• Room size: 38m²
• Bed Type: Twin
• Maximum number of people allowed: 2 adults + 2 child under 12 year olds
• Possible extra bed
Heritage Lounge & Bar
SPACE TO RELAX, BOTH INDOORS AND OUT
Our Heritage Lounge and Bar remind you that you are in the World’ Heritage Listed Site with the royal heritage, is located on the sun deck where you can sunbathe or enjoy a cold drink at the bar while taking in the breathtaking views, admire the sunset or take part in the wine tasting.
The spacious sun deck affords superb views of the ever-changing fairytale landscapes. Get up early in the morning and welcome the first rays of sunshine announcing a new day and join in the open-air tai chi class. We e serve afternoon tea, where we introduce you to the traditional Vietnamese art of drinking tea. You can also sample the finest Vietnamese coffees and try your hand at making a café filter or café sua da for yourself. The Heritage Lounge and Bar is very spacious offering plenty of relaxing options with a sun deck and open-air cinema.
During the cruise you can choose from a selection of complimentary wines, beers, soft drinks, cocktails and spirits, as well as teas and coffee.
The Ana Spa
According to Cham legends, the goddess Ponagar, also known as Holly Mother Thien Y Ana, was born from heavenly clouds and sea foam. This goddess created the world and gave it trees and rice. She taught people skills to survive and she was honored as the Mother of the Land. Leave stress and worries behind as you cruise through the tranquil waters of Nha Trang Bay, probably no better place to be as it is one of the 29 most beautiful bays in the world! Time stands still as you enjoy our pampering beauty spa services and relaxing massages.
Our five-star experiential cruises offer the best facilities as well as an extensive range of treatments which will make you feel like royalty. Therapeutic quality essential oils are the basis of the aromatherapy skincare products used for the majority of the face and body treatments. We also place great importance on the relaxation element of the spa experience. Prior to or after their treatment, guests can stay in the Ana Spa to enjoy the dry sauna and Jacuzzi whilst sipping on complimentary ginger or jasmine tea.
All treatments in the spa are included in the price, so all you need to do is to make a reservation through your butler or experience manager. Experience every moment!
Bao Dai Library
Bao Dai had his own library which operated from 1923 to early 1947 when the French reoccupied the imperial city of Hue. The Bao Dai Library collected and stored almost all the royal books and precious documents of the previous emperors. This library is very rich in information and allows readers to understand the grandeur of the last dynasty in Vietnam, and today travelers can visit this when they are in Hue. Inspired by this royal museum, Emperor Cruises has its very own Bao Dai Library located on the upper deck, adjacent to the Ana Wellness and Spa, which is well stocked and exceedingly comfortable being a perfect setting for reading and relaxing.
Curl up in a plush leather chair with a classic novel such as l’Amant, a history book of the Nguyen dynasty or the Dragon of Annam. As you sip a cup of coffee or tea in a very relaxing setting reminiscent of colonial times, reading about the history of Vietnam, you will be transported back in time. Discover luxury travel guide books about Nha Trang and Khanh Hoa, photos by famous photographers and paintings by Vietnamese artists. Peruse travel books to help you plan your next adventure in Vietnam and spend time doing your own research online at one of the computers. You can even play chess or other popular board games. DVDs are also available for guests who wish to watch a movie in the privacy of their suite.
Can Chanh Palace Royal Restaurant
Exquisite Royal Cuisine at the Can Chanh Royal Restaurant and Lounge
Named after the Can Chanh Palace (Cần Chánh Điện), at the very centre of the Imperial Enclosure, the once magnificent Forbidden Purple City in Hue where Emperor Bao Dai was crowned. Decorated with magnificent paintings, antique objects, Chinese ceramic and pottery and home to the most powerful royal seal, the Cần Chánh Điện was where the emperor received foreign delegations and ambassadors, held royal family parties, and celebrated national days and Nguyen Dynasty affairs of state right up until 1945.
This was a citadel within a citadel and was reserved solely for the personal use of the emperor – the only servants allowed into this compound were eunuchs who would pose no threat to the royal concubines. Cần Chánh Điện was also where emperors conducted royal ceremonies on the 5th, 10th, 20th, and 25th of the month according to the lunar calendar.
The ‘Can Chanh Dien’ main palace is one of the earliest palaces in the ‘Can Thanh Cung’ residence, constructed in 1804 during the reign of Gia Long, as the ‘Thuong Trieu Chinh Dien’ main working hall for the emperors and their cabinet during the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945). It played an important role in politics, and expressed the power of the feudal kingdom during that period. During the Indochina War (1945-1954) it was destroyed by fire in 1947, and only the foundations remained plus traces of a number of pieces of stonework.
Emperor Bao Dai was greatly influenced by French civilization; he studied and grew up in France, and only returned to Vietnam when he succeeded to the throne and where he lived most of his life under the protectorate of the French. In addition, he lived the opulent lifestyle of the upper-class French.
His style, where East meets West, epitomized the influence of the French where there is luxury in simplicity and this has inspired the architecture of Emperor Cruises. We have named the restaurant and lounge Can Chanh Palace Royal Restaurant and it is located on the left-hand side of the main deck close to where guests board. Here they are welcomed by our hospitable crew with a welcome salangane drink.
With such an inspired name, Can Chanh has been designed with a royal atmosphere for both the lounge and restaurant. Works of art commissioned from well-known Vietnamese artists adorn the walls. Painted exclusively for Emperor Cruises by the famous painter Pham Luc, one of his masterpieces shows Emperor Bao Dai giving a grand imperial audience. It has taken time to complete and is displayed exclusively on board for the pleasure of Emperor Cruises’ passengers. Can Chanh is at the heart of the Emperor Cruises boat, a place for the most sophisticated travelers to enjoy Vietnamese culture, history and gourmet cuisine, and where royal glamour and heritage combine to create the epitome of elegance. The spacious and relaxing lounge has comfortable, elegant furniture inspired by an original 1930 design, ideal for taking in the breathtaking views. While dining in style in the Can Chanh Palace Royal Restaurant, you will be able to observe the preparation of the food in the restaurant’s open kitchen.
Emperor Cruises has crafted a fine Vietnamese culinary experience for the most discerning of palettes to ensure every guests’ dining experience exceeds their expectations at the Can Chanh Palace Royal Restaurant. The restaurant’s cuisine is always freshly prepared using the finest local ingredients to prepare royal dishes once reserved only for the royal family.
Each overnight trip includes lunch, dinner, and brunch. Guests can enjoy their dining experiences in their suite, on the sundeck, wine cellar or anywhere they like, at any time. With every meal on board, guests are treated to a fine selection of complimentary local beers, spirits, and distinctive wines chosen by our acclaimed sommeliers. It is all included. Enjoy your dining experience in such a special place, with special people and special moments!
Fitness Centre
Our fitness centre is perfectly located on the upper deck giving our guests breathtaking views across Halong Bay so that they can feel inspired as they carry out their on-board fitness regimen. Our complimentary fitness facilities are specifically designed to revitalize and energize our in-house guests. The stunning ocean view is just the icing on the cake! In addition there is also a sauna and jacuzzi available on the same deck for you to enjoy while you admire Halong’s pristine bay.
The Kids’ Club
The Kids’ Club, located on the upper deck, will wow our younger guests whilst bringing them face to face with the colours, sounds, experiences and stunning views of Halong Bay.
Parents are invited to enjoy much-needed time alone to use any of our on-board facilities while your children have fun in a safe and exciting environment with activities under the watchful eye of our professional team.
Vietnam Tea and Coffee House
Vietnam is home to some of the best coffee and tea in the world but few people know it!
Our Vietnam Tea and Coffee House on board Emperor Cruises brings you the essence of Arabica and Robusta, serves you the finest tea and introduces you to the art of drinking Vietnamese tea. Vietnam House is a natural meeting place, where a delightful selection of specialty coffees are prepared to order by our baristas including freshly brewed cappuccino or espresso. Traditional coffee such as café sua da and café den are on the menu, or you may want to learn how to make a café sua da yourself.
You may try tra da, green tea, black tea or specialty teas and learn how the Nguyen Emperors enjoyed the art of drinking tea.
Internet Café
It’s easy to stay connected even while sailing in Halong Bay. Our boats have wifi throughout for guests with their own laptops and there are plenty of computers in the internet café near the Bao Dai Library on the upper deck. Besides sending emails and checking the latest news online, you might want to play games or search old black-and-white photos, pictures, video clips and movies to understand more about Emperor Bao Dai and Princess Nam Phuong and the last dynasty of the Nguyen emperors. The internet café is open around the clock.
Hanoi Bar
All you can drink as you relax and have fun – and at no additional charge
Inspired by the opulent lifestyle of the Emperor Bao Dai, every corner of this masterpiece, including the Hanoi Bar, tells a story. Hanoi Bar covering an area of 80m2, is located on the lower deck decorated in colonial Indochine style. It is an oasis on the Emperor Cruise not to be missed while on board.
We artfully combine a warm, friendly ambiance with the ultimate expression of elegance, yet casual onboard pleasures. Evenings offer all the sophisticated fun of a nightclub, whether you mingle over cocktails in a clubby piano bar or plush lounge. Elegant and sophisticated in design, the nostalgia of old Hanoi is recreated from the time when Bao Dai was the advisor to President Ho Chi Minh. While there he fell in love with Mong Diep, a 21-year-old highly acclaimed beauty, who originated from northern Bac Ninh, and a popular dancer in Hanoi.
Bao Dai was known as a ‘lady killer’, very handsome and suave and deeply attractive to many beautiful women who could not resist his romantic charms. Bao Dai particularly enjoyed frequenting discotheques, night clubs, and bars in his solitude time in Hanoi.
When he was the emperor he would splash out on a beautiful villa for a lover, but when he hit hard times at the end of his life in France, he lived on the generosity of his lover, the dancer Mong Diep. There are still many untold stories to tell about Bao Dai and every corner of the Emperor Cruise has a story to tell.
The spacious Hanoi Bar is welcoming with its wooden floors, intimate atmosphere and luxurious features, specially designed with our in-house guests in mind to enhance their cruising experience. There is a wide selection of wines, beers, cocktails, liquors and spirits available to enjoy in the elegant and laidback environment. The sommelier can help to select the wine to accompany lunch or dinner upon request. Guests can opt for an intimate dining experience with the wine of their choice entertained by our own pianist. The small stage can also be converted to a theater, cinema or karaoke room for an unforgettable evening of fun.
Hanoi Bar is perfect for a small group event, special celebration or simply just to relax on the comfortable sofas with a drink to contemplate life to the accompaniment of our musicians. And whatever you drink, remember there is no additional charge.
Entertainment On Board
- Live music at the weekends
- Local and regional folk entertainment
- Cinema, disco and karaoke available
- Interactive flat-screen television in each suite with extensive media library and complimentary movies-on-demand
- Wine tasting
- Culinary demonstrations
- Afternoon tea
- Coffee demonstration
- Well-stocked library
- Staffed internet café
- Fitness center and beauty salon
- Bars and lounges
- Games
- Equipment for squid fishing
- Snorkeling instructors
- Art auctions, art lecturer and exhibition of famous paintings of Pham Luc and Bui Huu Hung, Pham Hoang Van, the collector Pham Phuc and Pham Ha
Saigon Saigon Bar
All you can drink, nostalgia and fun.
Upstairs, on the right hand side, Saigon Saigon Bar recalls the glorious old French colonial time, when Saigon was the capital of Cochinchine, Indochina, and then Vietnam. The American War affected Emperor Bao Dai and his life when his Prime Minister Ngo Dinh Diem called for a referendum in 1955, which was in reality, a coup d’etat!
Thanks to the American support, and the anti-communist sentiments at the time, Ngo Dinh Diem proclaimed himself the president of The Vietnam Republic in South Vietnam, and put an end of the Bao Dai Government, forcing Bao Dai and his family into exile in France.
The name 'Saigon Saigon Bar' is evocative of the iconic bar in Saigon in 1959, and was a popular spot amongst war journalists in the 1960's. Saigon was then renamed Ho Chi Minh City in 1976, as an honor to President Ho Chi Minh, after the victory of the Northern Army over Saigon on 30 April 1975. Saigon Saigon Bar on Emperor Cruises helps you to understand our history during this chaotic period, but is now a nice and peaceful place to relax with friends and learn more about Vietnamese history.
Mekong Lounge
Creating memories
Our indoor Mekong Lounge has been inspired by the longest River in Asia, where the Queen Nam Phuong was born in the Mekong Delta. Known as the queen of the last feudal dynasty in Vietnam, Queen Nam Phuong (1914-63), was famed for her unrivalled beauty and was born Marie-Thérèse Nguyen Huu Thi Lan in Go Cong, a Mekong Delta town.
With the timeless beauty of an East Asian woman, Queen Nam Phuong was honored as one of the 5 most beautiful queens at that time. She and Emperor Bao Dai had 5 children, and they spent 12 hapy years in Vietnam until they were forced into exile in France for the following 16 years.
The Melong Lounge stairs are built in Indochina style in the centre in the upper floor containing Bao Dai Library, Mekong Bar, a Spa and Sauna Rooms, Kid’s Club and Mekong Lounge - along with the fully stocked Saigon Saigon Bar. As the whole boat is named after the most favorites places of Emperor Bao Dai who have many of his own villas and palaces in his empire. Mekong Lounge reminds you that you are in the fertile Mekong Region which is rich in nature, culture, history, and is known as the rice basket of Vietnam. The indoor lounge and bar is located on the upper floor where you can relax or enjoy a cold drink at the bar while taking in the breathtaking views, read books or enjoy ginger tea while waiting for the spa and sauna services.
Guests gravitate to the lounge in the mornings for cà phê ðá - Vietnamese coffee poured over ice with sweet condensed milk, between excursions to swap travel tales and for daily information briefings. Learn about topics relevant to upcoming excursions or discover the life of Nam Phuong through various books, old photos or in the Emperor’s Secrets Book at the nearby Bao Dai Library. Converse with friends over a cup of coffee or enjoy the art of being served Royal tea or coffee in the fashion on the period. Enjoy your privacy and the luxury, and order a fresh tropical fruit cocktail from the fully stocked Saigon Saigon Bar nearby, or choose local beers or fine European wine. During the cruise you can choose from a selection of complimentary wines, beers, soft drinks, cocktails and spirits, as well as teas and coffee, all complimentary.
Capture every special moment and come home refreshed and relaxed and ready to plan your next adventure! Relax, recover, renew, reflect, regain, relive. As Queen Nam Phuong once said, “le temps passe, le souvenir reste.” “Time flies, memories remain".
Capture every special moment and come home refreshed and relaxed and ready to plan your next adventure! Relax, recover, renew, reflect, regain, relive. As Queen Nam Phuong once said, “le temps passe, le souvenir reste.” “Time flies, memories remain". Deposit & Payment:
- A deposit of 30% of the tour price per person by credit card or bank transfer plus bank charges is required upon confirmation of your booking (if this amount is less than US$ 500, the full payment will be applied).
- The balance will be paid 15 days prior to the check in date, or you can pay us upon arrival in cash or credit card when we meet in Hanoi.
- Deposit or full payment could be settled via our secured online payment system (SSL).
Cancellation & Refund:
• Cancellation will be charged as follow:
- From 1-3 cabins:
+ More than 14 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ Less than 14 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
- No-Show: Will be charged in full.
- From 4-8 cabins:
+ More than 30 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ Less than 30 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
- No-Show: Will be charged in full.
• Cancellation must be sent to and confirmed by Vietnam Travel's cruise specialist in writing (by email or fax).
Child Policy:
- Only one child under 5 years old stays free of charge when using existing bed with two adults. The second child is applied as child 5-11 years old.
- Child rate applies from 5-11 years old:
+ Maximum two children from 5 to 11 years old are allowed to share cabin with adults.
+ Child pays US$ 200 per person per night for extra bed.
- Child from 12 years old: price as an adult.
- FOC baby cot for infant (subject to availability).
Extra Bed Policy:
The surcharge is US$ 330 per adult per night for one extra bed. Limited to one extra bed per cabin only.
Bad Weather Policy:
In the event the cruise is affected by bad weather, the cruise company reserves the right to cancel all or parts of their cruises services. Following charges may be applied:
- Cancellation before 11:00 o'clock at cruise date: Full refund for the cruise package but transportation will be charged (if any).
- Cruise is canceled and guests have meal (lunch) only (no cruise, no overnight, boat stays in the harbor): US$ 100 per person.
- Cruise is canceled and guests have meal (lunch) and round-trip transfer Hanoi - Halong Bay only (no cruise, no overnight, boat stays in the harbor): US$ 100 per person + transportation.
- Only for 3 day/2 night cruise program:
+ Complete 2 day/1 night cruise and back to shore before 10.00 A.M of day 2: the cruise rate of 2 day/ 1 night package is charged + transportation (if any).: Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding.
- A deposit of 30% of the tour price per person by credit card or bank transfer plus bank charges is required upon confirmation of your booking (if this amount is less than US$ 500, the full payment will be applied).
- The balance will be paid 15 days prior to the check in date, or you can pay us upon arrival in cash or credit card when we meet in Hanoi.
- Deposit or full payment could be settled via our secured online payment system (SSL).
Cancellation & Refund:
• Cancellation will be charged as follow:
- From 1-3 cabins:
+ More than 14 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ Less than 14 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
- No-Show: Will be charged in full.
- From 4-8 cabins:
+ More than 30 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ Less than 30 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
- No-Show: Will be charged in full.
• Cancellation must be sent to and confirmed by Vietnam Travel's cruise specialist in writing (by email or fax).
Child Policy:
- Only one child under 5 years old stays free of charge when using existing bed with two adults. The second child is applied as child 5-11 years old.
- Child rate applies from 5-11 years old:
+ Maximum two children from 5 to 11 years old are allowed to share cabin with adults.
+ Child pays US$ 200 per person per night for extra bed.
- Child from 12 years old: price as an adult.
- FOC baby cot for infant (subject to availability).
Extra Bed Policy:
The surcharge is US$ 330 per adult per night for one extra bed. Limited to one extra bed per cabin only.
Bad Weather Policy:
In the event the cruise is affected by bad weather, the cruise company reserves the right to cancel all or parts of their cruises services. Following charges may be applied:
- Cancellation before 11:00 o'clock at cruise date: Full refund for the cruise package but transportation will be charged (if any).
- Cruise is canceled and guests have meal (lunch) only (no cruise, no overnight, boat stays in the harbor): US$ 100 per person.
- Cruise is canceled and guests have meal (lunch) and round-trip transfer Hanoi - Halong Bay only (no cruise, no overnight, boat stays in the harbor): US$ 100 per person + transportation.
- Only for 3 day/2 night cruise program:
+ Complete 2 day/1 night cruise and back to shore before 10.00 A.M of day 2: the cruise rate of 2 day/ 1 night package is charged + transportation (if any).: Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding.
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