Day 1: Hanoi - Halong (L, D)
12.00 - 13.00: Upon arrival at the port, a warm welcome by Emeraude staff and then board the shuttle boat for a short transfer (approximately 5 minutes) to the Emeraude. Welcome cocktail and check in on board the Emeraude.
13.00 – 18.30: The Emeraude cruises through Halong Bay passing by some of the most scenic locations including Yen Ngua, Con Coc Mountains and a floating village.
A Vietnamese buffet lunch is served between 13.00 and 14.30 in the Emeraude restaurant
There is an optional guided visit to Sungsot Grotto (Grotto of Surprises), weather and tide permitting. Option of afternoon tea with pastries on the sundeck or in the restaurant and an aperitif before dinner.
18.30: Arrive at Hang Luon lake for overnight on board.
19.00 - 21.00: Vietnamese buffet dinner is served in the Emeraude dinning room, BBQ on the Sundeck. Accommodation and overnight on board the Emeraude at Hang Luon lake, Halong Bay.
Day 2: Emeraude Cruise - Halong Bay - Hanoi (B)
06.00: Tai Chi Class.
07.00: The Emeraude sets sail once again through the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay heading for Halong Public Port.
07.00 – 09.00: European buffet breakfast is served in the Emeraude restaurant.
08.30 - 09.45: Check out of cabin.
09.45 - 10.00: Transfer by shuttle boat back to Halong Public Port. End of Services