I’m a photography enthusiast, and the landscapes in Northwest Vietnam seem incredible for capturing scenic views. Are there any specific spots that are particularly photogenic...
Emeraude Cruise, which debuted in 2004, is the first boat that was specifically inspired by the historic pastime of sailing. Within the Emeraude Cruise establishment lies an intriguing tale about its French owner, Eric Merlin, who by chance learned from a black and white postcard he purchased in France that there was a magnificent fleet of four single-wheeled paddle steamers, named Emeraude, Perle, Saphir, and Rubis, that operated in Halong and other regions of Vietnam from 1906 to 1945.
Emeraude Classic Cruise is a ship shaped like an ancient steam train, has 3 floors with 37 luxurious cabins, and can serve passengers with many perfect and luxurious services like a high-end hotel on the sea. Possessing a nostalgic design style inspired by the last century but no less modern thanks to advanced safety management technology, the Emeraude Classic yacht can accommodate up to 80 guests, promising to bring a journey of discovery. Ha Long Bay is unique and classy for tourists.
>> Book Emeraude Classic Cruise now
Table of Content[Hide]
- 1. Reasons Why Customers Always Choose Emeraude Classic Cruise
- 2. Emeraude Classic Cruise Reviews
- 3. Design Structure and Room Categories of Emeraude Classic Cruise
- 4. Emeraude Classic Cruise Itinerary and Activities
- 5. Some Notes When Booking A Cabin On The Emeraude Classic Cruise
- 6. Emeraude Classic Cruise Prices
- 7. How To Book A Room On The Emeraude Classic Cruise?
1. Reasons Why Customers Always Choose Emeraude Classic Cruise
Focus on Comfort
The Emeraude offers spacious cabins with private balconies, a luxurious spa, and refined dining, making sure guests have a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Exceptional Itinerary
Their route explores some of the most beautiful and less-crowded areas of Halong Bay. Activities like kayaking, cave visits, and swimming create an immersive experience.
Premium Amenities & Services
Emeraude Classic Cruises is one of the first luxury cruises operating in Halong Bay and has built a solid reputation for quality of services and amenities.
- Restaurant and bar: Emeraude Classic Cruise's restaurant serves many delicious dishes from Asian and European cuisines. In addition, visitors can also choose from Buffet and BBQ menus. Emeraude Bar is also the ideal place to enjoy premium drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic.
- Sundeck: Located on the top floor of the yacht, the sundeck possesses an ideal area for sunbathing, exercising, relaxing, and admiring the scenery of Ha Long Bay.
- Massage and spa services: Like many 5-star cruise ships, Emeraude Classic Cruise also owns a massage and spa area to meet the relaxation needs of visitors after a long period of work.
- Meeting room: In addition to amenities to meet relaxation needs, Emeraude Classic Cruise also has a meeting room with all the necessary tools and equipment if visitors want to work right on the ship.
- Doctor on call: On board the Emeraude Classic Cruise there is also an on-call doctor service. Therefore tourists will not have to worry if they encounter some health problems.
Anthony Bourdain - a former famous chef of US President Barack Obama once spent the night on Emeraude and returned to the journey through his famous series: "Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown", he compared this yacht "carries with it all the comforts of modernity and all the charms of the past.”
2. Emeraude Classic Cruise Reviews
On the TripAdvisor Website: There are 1,354 reviews, of which 1,067 are reviewed with an absolute score of 5/5 about Emeraude Cruise.
See more reviews about the Emeraude Classic Cruise on Tripadvisor.
3. Design Structure and Room Categories of Emeraude Classic Cruise
Emeraude Classic Cruise is designed quite especially like an ancient steam-powered ship, with a length of 55m, 3 floors and 37 cabins, 2 bars, and 1 restaurant that can serve 70 guests. Emeraude Classic is as luxurious as a 5* hotel on the sea with the main colors white and mahogany brown, and the interior is designed in a classic style.
3.1. Design Structure
The Emeraude Classic includes all 4 decks: Floors 1 and 2 are floors for rooms, restaurants, bars, massage, etc. The 3rd floor is for the sundeck and the captain room class.
3.2. Room Categories
Emeraude Classic has 3 floors with 37 cabins divided into 5 room categories including a Suite room, a Captain room, and a Paul Roque room with a private balcony.
Each cabin offers a queen-size bed or double bed, a fully equipped private bathroom, a locker, dual air conditioning, and certified safety equipment.
#1 Deluxe
- Size: 14m2
- Capacity: 02 people + 1 child (can add extra bed)
- Bed type: Double bed/2 single beds
Deluxe rooms are located on the 2nd floor of the Emeraude ship, providing guests with a variety of options for double or single beds. Each room is fully equipped with necessary amenities such as a desk, wardrobe, and a private bathroom with a standing shower. With windows facing the ocean, Deluxe rooms bring a relaxing, quiet, and sophisticated moment of rest to guests.
This room type is fully equipped with amenities such as a safety box, ocean view, shower and hot water, private bathroom with full toiletries, fire extinguishers, in-cabin refrigerator, mirror, life vests, etc.
#2 Superior
- Size: 14m2
- Capacity: 02 people + 1 child (can add extra bed)
- Bed type: 2 single beds
Superior room class is located on the main deck of the ship with an area of 14m2 with modern design, sea view, luxurious interior and is a suitable space for friends or solo travelers to enjoy private space.
This room type is fully equipped with amenities such as a safety box, ocean view, shower and hot water, private bathroom with full toiletries, fire extinguishers, in-cabin refrigerator, mirror, life vests, etc.
#3 Paul Roque Suite
- Size: 20m2
- Capacity: 02 people + 1 child (can add extra bed)
- Bed type: Double bed
Named after the late owner of the Emeraude, the Paul Roque Suite is distinguished by its luxurious wooden floors. Photos of old Ha Long Bay and Emeraude hanging on the wall evoke a sense of nostalgia for the golden age of Indochina. Paul Roque Suite has a private balcony with relaxing sun loungers, an ideal space for couples to experience a romantic vacation.
This room type is fully equipped with amenities such as a safety box, ocean view, shower and hot water, private bathroom with full toiletries, fire extinguishers, in-cabin refrigerator, mirror, life vests, etc.
#4 Emeraude Suite
- Size: 22m2
- Capacity: 02 people + 1 child (can add extra bed)
- Bed type: Double bed
Located on the 3rd floor of the yacht, Emeraude Suite has a large area, the room is equipped with a comfortable sofa and large space for entertainment, very suitable for a vacation with the family. Enjoy peaceful, profound moments with relatives and friends in the majestic space of Ha Long nature on Emeraude Cruise.
This room type is fully equipped with amenities such as a safety box, ocean view, shower and hot water, private bathroom with full toiletries, fire extinguishers, in-cabin refrigerator, mirror, life vests, etc.
#5 Captain Suite
- Size: 18m2
- Capacity: 02 people + 1 child (can add extra bed)
- Bed type: Double bed
Located in the Sundeck area, Captain Suite offers breathtaking views of the majestic Ha Long. The space imbued with Indochina influences with wooden floors, luxurious carpets, and artistic photos of Ha Long Bay and Emeraude in the past is the perfect combination of past and present, promising to bring An exquisite, memorable resort experience for visitors.
This room type is fully equipped with amenities such as a safety box, ocean view, shower and hot water, private bathroom with full toiletries, fire extinguishers, in-cabin refrigerator, mirror, life vests, etc.
4. Emeraude Classic Cruise Itinerary and Activities
Emeraude Classic Cruise has 2 premium tour packages: a 2-day 1-night tour, and a 3-day 2-night tour.
4.1. Emeraude Classic Cruise 2-Day 1-Night
Day 1: Ha Long Bay – Sung Sot Cave – Pearl Village
Morning
- 12:00: You check in at Emeraude Waiting House
- 12:30: Guests board the Emeraude Classic cruise ship, check in, and enjoy a welcome drink while the cruise manager introduces the program.
- 12:45: Captain raises anchor and begins the 2-day-1-night tour of Ha Long Bay on the Emeraude Classic cruise ship
- 12:45: Have a buffet lunch at the restaurant on the cruise ship
Afternoon
- 14:00: Visit Sung Sot Cave
- 16:00: Enjoy Crêpes
- 17:30: Visit Pearl Village.
- 18:00: Return to the ship and relax
Evening
- 19:00: Dinner
- 20:00: Evening entertainment
Day 2: Ti Tov Island - Ha Long Bay
Morning
- 06:30: Boost the energy for the new day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck
- 07:00: Breakfast
- 08:30: Visit Ti Tov Island
- 09:30: Check out
- 10:45: Lunch
- 11:30: End of the journey
4.2. Emeraude Classic Cruise 3-Day 2-Night
Day 1: The same as the 1st day of the “2-Day 1-Night Itinerary”
Day 2: Luon Cave – Yen Ngua Hon – Dong Tien Lake – Trong Cave – Me Cung Cave
Morning
- 06:30: Boost the energy for the new day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck
- 07:30: Breakfast
- 09:00: Transfer to the wooden boat to discover the area
- 09:00: Visit Luon Cave, Yen Ngua Island, lake complex, and Tien Cave
- 11:30: Kayaking in the Trong Cave area
- 12:00: Lunch
Afternoon
- 16:00: Explore Me Cung Cave
- 16:30: Swim or climb on Ti Tov Island
- 17:30: Move back to Emeraude cruise.
- 18:30: Relax
Evening
- 19:00: Dinner
- 21:00: Evening entertainment
Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi
The same as the 2nd day of the “2-Day 1-Night Itinerary”
5. Some Notes When Booking A Cabin On The Emeraude Classic Cruise
- Lower decks have less potential movement from waves, which is good if you're prone to seasickness. Whereas the higher decks offer better views.
- If you have dietary restrictions, allergies, or special requests, inform the cruise line in advance so they can accommodate you.
- During peak seasons (like December - February and during national holidays), the Emeraude sees a higher demand and prices. You should consider shoulder seasons for potential savings and fewer crowds.
- If you are celebrating an anniversary or honeymoon, feel free to inform the cruise in advance; they might offer special arrangements.
- When booking the cruise, you also need to understand the cancellation and refund policies in case of unforeseen circumstances.
6. Emeraude Classic Cruise Prices
The Emeraude Classic Cruise's prices vary according to high season, low season, room type, and number of people sharing the same room. Please reach out to us to get the exact pricing.
7. How To Book A Room On The Emeraude Classic Cruise?
Emeraude Classic Cruise is one of the best ways to experience the best of Halong Bay in style! The Emeraude Classic Cruise offers luxurious cabins, unforgettable activities, and top-notch service.
The Emeraude Classic Cruise departs daily. You can depart any day of the year (including holidays Tet, Christmas, and New Year's Eve) from Hanoi or Halong Bay. For more inquiries, please contact us via the information below for a free consultation as well as the opportunity to receive the best quote and promotions from IZITOUR.
- Email: sm@izitour.com
- Whatsapp: +84 382 536 266
Check out our most meticulously planned Emeraude Classic Cruise cruise tour packages:
