Emeraude Cruise Ship - Click to enlarge

Emeraude Classic Cruise: cruise back in time. French owner, Eric Merlin, accidentally discovered the existence of a magnificent fleet of four single-wheeled paddle steamers - Emeraude, Perle, Saphir and Rubis, operating in Halong & Vietnam from 1906 to 1945 from a black and white postcard he bought in France! With inspiration from these historic steamers, Emeraude has been designed in the traditional of the grand steamers of yesteryear and its refined interior decor will bring you back to the old-world charm of the colonial era while maintaining modern standards of comfort and safety to make your cruises as enjoyable as possible. Led by Captain Jaques Lefur and General Manager, Bertrand Fromm, the 35 multilingual members crew is well trained in safety and service requirements.

Emeraude is a 55m length steamer boat features 3 decks, 38 full view cabins & 1 suite, a 80-seat restaurant, 2 bars, shops, massage rooms, swimming platform, entertainment completion. The Emeraude’s huge paddle wheel opens to reveal a swimming deck offering passengers the opportunity to swim in the calm waters of the bay surrounded by the majestic scenery. At dawn, that most magical time as the sun rises, the soft and graceful movements of a Tai chi class on.The Emeraude’s restaurant offers delicious, freshly caught local seafood and other specialties.

While enjoying breathtaking views of the bay, passengers can enjoy the simple and honest flavors of traditional fare. From the sun deck, passengers can enjoy a soothing foot massage while sipping a refreshing cocktail and gazing at the rock formations reflected in the crystal clear water of the bay.The Emeraude’s huge paddle wheel opens to reveal a swimming deck offering passengers the opportunity to swim in the calm waters of the bay surrounded by the majestic scenery.At dawn, that most magical time as the sun rises, the soft and graceful movements of a t’ai chi class on the deck complement the atmospheric silence of the bay.

EMERAUDE'S RATE LIST (Promotion)

Promotion in 2011

INCLUSIONS:

• Welcome Cocktail
• Air-conditioned en-suite cabin, buffet lunch, dinner and breakfast
• Tax and service charges, Insurance on board, entrance fees for Halong Bay

EXCLUSIONS:

• Beverages, drinks, visa arrangement
• Hanoi - Halong transfer(see the table below)
• Kayak and Spa services, all services not mentioned per inclusions

Emeraude's Sales office in Hanoi

OVERNIGHT CRUISE • DAILY DEPARTURE
Code: HLE01

Ha Long Bay, a World Heritage Area of outstanding natural beauty is of more than 1500square km. This picturesque "Dragon descending to the sea" Bay has 1,969 limestone islets rising from the sea, many of them containing beautiful grottoes.

DAY 1 HANOI - HALONG

Check-in between 11h 30 - 12h 00 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
Happy hour with 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. Picked up then return to Hanoi

EMERAUDE'S RATE LIST

Promotion in 2011

NOTE:

• Cruise itinerary and schedule subject to change upon weather and operations conditions.
• Surcharge of 25% will be added for cruises on December 24 & 31 and Lunar New Year Eve.
• No additional charge for one child under 6 sharing the same bed,  one child per booking only.
• US$ 75.00 net for one child from 6 to 12 sharing cabin with parents on extra mattress, one child per booking.
• A valid passport is required upon check-in on board. All major Credit cards are accepted on board: Amex, Visa & Master.

INCLUSIONS

• Welcome Cocktail
• Air-conditioned en-suite cabin, buffet lunch, dinner and breakfast
• Tax and service charges, Insurance on board, entrance fees for Halong Bay

EXCLUSIONS

• Beverages, drinks, visa arrangement
• Hanoi - Halong transfer (see the table below)
• Kayak and Spa services, all services not mentioned per inclusions

Contact now for the availability: info@halongcruisejunk.com

Emeraude - Classic cruises in Halong Bay

The History of Emeraude Cruise

In 1910 a paddle steamer called the Emeraude was offering unforgettable cruises in Halong Bay for visitors to what was then French Indochina. The Emeraude was part of a flotilla owned by the Roque family who had left Bordeaux in 1858 in search of adventure and fortune. Over a period of more than 50 years they found both. After several ups and downs including successful trading and timber businesses, near bankruptcy and being taken hostage by pirates, the Roque brothers built Emeraude, Perle, Saphir, Rubis and Onyx to ferry passengers and freight along the waterways of Indochina and cruise on magnificent Halong Bay.Today the Emeraude offers a regular cruise service on board a luxurious replicasteamer with 39 cabins meticulously designed to evoke the nostalgic charm of colonial Indochina.

Rooms - Cabin Each bespoke cabin exudes warmth and character with high standards of workmanship, distinguished style and impeccable service. With its polished wooden floors and brass fixtures and fittings the Emeraude’s rooms offer timeless elegance.
Restaurant The Emeraude’s restaurant offers delicious, freshly caught local seafood and other specialities. While enjoying breathtaking views of the bay, passengers can enjoy the simple and honest flavours of traditional fare.

Bar

From the sun deck, passengers can enjoy a soothing foot massage while sipping a refreshing cocktail and gazing at the rock formations reflected in the crystal clear water of the bay. The Emeraude’s huge paddle wheel opens to reveal a swimming deck offering passengers the opportunity to swim in the calm waters of the bay surrounded by the majestic scenery.At dawn, that most magical time as the sun rises, the soft and graceful movements of a t’ai chi class on the deck complement the atmospheric silence of the bay.

Emeraude's Sales office in Hanoi