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Grand Pioneers - 2 Days 1 Nights Cruise In Ha Long Bay

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Vietnam

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Tour id:

292936

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  • Operator:

    Indochina Today Travel

  • Length:

    2 days

  • Group size:

    20 pax

  • Age:

    1 to 99

  • Difficulty:

    Difficulty levels:
    • Relaxing
    • Easy
    • Moderate
    • Serious
    • Heart-pumping
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Itinerary

The 6-star Essence Grand Cruise, meeting international super yacht standards, offers guests the experience of a 6-star resort amidst the stunning natural heritage. With spacious interiors, natural lighting, and large windows, the Grand Pioneers allows guests to fully enjoy the beauty of Halong Bay


With a total of 55 elegantly designed, sea-view rooms, the Essence Grand Cruise creates a luxurious and comfortable environment. This not only ensures a first-class resort experience but also offers guests the opportunity to explore Halong Bay, connect with nature, and relax their minds.


As one of the largest vessels in Halong Bay, the Essence Grand Cruise also features the most extensive array of entertainment and functional areas. With a wide range of activities suitable for all needs and ages, it offers guests a perfect and comprehensive experience


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The Essence Grand Cruise proudly stands as a 6-star yacht, distinguished by the following standout features:

• The Grand Pioneers Cruise adheres to international super yacht standards, offering a 6-star resort experience amidst a natural heritage site.

• Its 55 elegant and comfortable rooms with sea views provide a premium resort experience.

• Designed with open spaces, natural lighting, and large windows, it offers panoramic views of Halong Bay’s majestic beauty.

• It is a pinnacle of super yacht design, entirely designed, built, and operated by Vietnamese.

• As the largest and most modern yacht on Halong Bay, it measures up to 110 meters in length and has a main deck area of nearly 2,000 square meters.

• Ensures safety with international certifications throughout the Halong Bay journey.

• Features a unique helicopter landing pad and the largest reception hall at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port.

• Utilizes a dual hydraulic elevator system, ensuring smooth and stable operation.

• Offers the most attractive amenities and entertainment services on Halong Bay



Tour program

Day 1

Hanoi – Halong Bay (Lunch, Dinner)

08:00 – 08:30 Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter or at our cruise waiting lounge (if you have booked the shuttle with us). The journey time to Halong Bay takes approximately 2.5 hours.

09:50 Comfort stop A short break on route for refreshments (15-20 minutes).

11:30 – 11:45 Tuan Chau International Cruise Port You will be presented at Tuan Chau International Port, where Essence Grand Cruise staff will welcome and assist with check-in procedures.

12:30 Check-in You will check in at the Reception, on the first floor.

13:00 – 14:30 Enjoy the welcome drinks and have lunch Enjoy our welcome drink and be introduced to the itinerary and safety policies. Lunch will be served in the Dining By The Bay restaurant.

15:30 – 16:30 Explore the Sung Sot Cave The transfer boat and the Essence Grand Cruise staff team will take you to the Sung Sot Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay, discovered by a group of French explorers in 1901.

*For the guests who do not get involved in experience activities: You can enjoy our services on the cruise including spa & massage, 4-season pool, cigar & lounge, kid clubs, etc.

17:30 – 18:30 - Sunset and Happy Hour time - Enjoy the best moments of the day as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald-green coves, choose and savour Canapé and your favourite drink offerings at the Sky bar.

19:00 Dinner at restaurant Tantalize your taste buds with a selection of Western and Vietnamese cuisine. 

21:00 After dinner, chill out in your suite; pamper yourself at the spa; experience squid fishing back of the boat on the first floor; or spend time with your fellow companions at our cigar and wine lounge, karaoke club, sky bar or the pool bar. Overnight on the Essence Grand Halong Bay Cruise.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Essence Grand

*Some activities may incur an additional charge – see the exclusions.

Start point

Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam

08:00 - 08:30

Day 2

Halong Bay – Luon Cave – Hanoi (Brunch)

05:30 – 06:00 Amazing sunrise time Enjoy the magnificent sunrise across Heritage Bay, immerse yourself in the sound of waves and be ready for a chill and fresh day.

06:00 – 6:30 Meditation on Sundeck Start your new day full of energy with meditation exercises that help balance and regenerate energy or fitness exercises at the gym on the cruise ship.

06:30 – 07:30 A light breakfast will be served in the restaurant.

07:30 – 08:30 Visit the Luon cave by a bamboo boat. Our speed boat will transport you to Luon Cave – the best destination for visiting by rowing bamboo boat, located on the north-eastern part of Bo Hon Island.

09:30-10:30 Check out and Enjoy a brunch buffet on the cruise while continuing the journey back to the port.

10:45 Get back to the Essence Grand Lounge Cruise port.

11:00 Start your trip back to Hanoi. Arrive back in Hanoi approximately 14:30 – 14:45. End of your 2 days 1 night trip.

Meal: Brunch

Accommodation: N/A

End point

Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam

14:30 - 15:00

1/ PAY BY CREDIT CARD

We accept Debit/ Credit Card such as: Visa Card, Master Card, Amex Card. Please ask our travel consultants

to get the SSL online payment link

Note: When you pay by Visa/ Master Credit/ Debit Card, please add 3% of convenient fee and 4.5% if by

Amex Card (our headquarter is located in Vietnam, banks issuing international payment cards can charge a

commission fee on each foreign transaction – and we shall not responsible for such fees. We do not add

this convenient fee hiddenly into our quotation).

2/ CANCELLATION BY CUSTOMERS

You may cancel the booking at any time provided that the cancellation is communicated to us in writing.

Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received in writing by us and will be effective

from the date on which we receive it. It is important to be aware that once your deposits are paid, should

you wish to cancel at any time thereafter, the deposits are non-refundable. In addition the cancellation

penalties detailed below will be applied. It is strongly recommended that you have suitable cancellation

insurance coverage from the time of booking. The following rules apply for cancellations:

  • Cancellation received before 45 days: FREE of charge
  • Cancellation received from 30 days to 44 days prior arrival date: 10% of total rate
  • Cancellation received from 15 days to 29 days prior arrival date: 30% of total rate
  • Cancellation received from 7 days to 14 days prior arrival date: 50% of total rate
  • Cancellation received less than 7 days prior arrival date or No show: 100% of total rate.

3/ CHILDREN POLICY

The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults For infant

FOC except domestic ticket cost

04 – 11 years old without bed: 50% adult rate

04 – 11 years old with extra bed: 75% adult rate

04 – 11 years old in twin share: 90% adult rate

4/ PASSPORT

For all travel to and from the countries in which we operate, a valid passport is required at all times.

Conditions for specific validity of passports and regulations for other valid travel documentation can be

obtained from each respective embassy and/or consulate in the client’s native country. For most countries,

passports need to be valid for at least six months from the date of entry at a border post/airport/seaport

and with at least 2 blank pages.

5/ VISA

In addition to passport requirements, visas for certain countries are required. These can either be obtained

in the country of residence prior to departure or on arrival at immigration or a visa processing desk. Full

details about the specific visa conditions and requirements to obtain visas for each specific country can be

obtained from your consultant or from your embassy and/or consulate in the client’s native country.

6/ TRAVEL INSURANCE

We strongly recommend that you obtain travel insurance from your country before and during your travel.

Neither Indochina Today Travel nor our agents/suppliers or business partners shall/and can be held

responsible for any loss, or damaged or stolen personal belongings.

7/ HEALTH & SAFETY

We value health and safety as its top priority in the selection of product and provision of its services. All

clients are encouraged by our guides to follow the safety regulations for any service provided. We check

hotels, restaurants and other suppliers to ensure they meet our health and safety standards before

recommending them to any of our clients.

Neither Vietnam Travel nor any of our representatives will be responsible for any illness, injury or death

sustained on your trip except where such illness, injury or death is caused by negligence or that of our

representatives, nor will we be liable for any uninsured loss of personal property.

8/ ACCOMMODATION

There are limited hotels/resorts, with standard triple rooms in their inventory. These are commonly

double/twin rooms with an extra (rollaway) bed, limiting space within the room. Please inform all

concerned accordingly to correctly manage expectations. Extra bed rates / triple sharing room rates are

available in the confidential tariff.

Single room supplements are indicated in the confidential tariff. It is common that the provided rooms are

twin/double rooms for single use only.

Preferences such as smoking/non-smoking, interconnecting rooms, king-size beds, and location of the

room cannot be guaranteed or confirmed in advance and are subject to hotel policy and availability at time

of check-in.

9/ COMPLAINTS & CUSTOMER SERVICE

A dedicated Customer Care team is assigned to handle any customer service issues whilst on the ground.

We consider complaints as valuable feedback to improve service delivery levels. We request that service

delivery failures or customer concerns, be reported during the guest’s stay to one of our representatives

(travel consultants, Managing Director). It is the aim of the company to solve any irregularity immediately.

In the event that you do not notify us in writing within 14 days of completion of the tour, our ability to

investigate negative feedback may be prejudiced.

10/ LIABILITY

We act as an intermediary between all airlines, hotels, local tourist offices and other service providers.

Therefore, we reserve the right to modify tours and itineraries with or without notice. Our tours are

organized in conjunction with the respective airline(s) scheduled flights, therefore, itineraries and

timetables are provisional and subject to change without notice. Acknowledgement and confirmation of

the above-mentioned con

11/ FORCE MAJEURE

During the term of this agreement, neither party shall be in default of its obligations to the extent that its

performance is delayed or prevented by causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to,

acts of God, natural disasters, bankruptcy of a vendor, strikes and other labor disturbances, acts of war, or

civil disturbances, or other equivalent or comparable events.

Tour Details

Accommodation

  • Overnight on the Luxury Cruise 
  • Private Cabin with Fully equipped luxury en-suite guest room with chilled water central air-con and marble bathroom
  • Window/ Balcony - Partial view

Transport

  • Transfer Hanoi - HaLong - Hanoi by Limousine Shuttle bus at US$25 per person

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

Optional

Please feel free to contact us to explore the options for upgrading the Type of room during your trip. 

Thank you!

Additional Services

  • Fully equipped luxury en-suite guestroom with chilled water central air-conditioner
  • All meals onboard: 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast, 1 brunch
  • Welcome drink
  • Daily bottled water
  • Canapes service during Happy Hour
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Meditation/ Yoga or Taichi, gym, four seasons and salt water, swimming pool, table soccer, kid’s club, and 3D golf simulator, Family entertainment room
  • Activities: cave visiting, squid fishing, kayaking
  • Wifi, satellite – HD LED TV onboard
  • Onboard insuranci
  • VAT & service charge

Additional Services

  • Beverage
  • Spa (spa and massage)
  • Karaoke, cigar and wine lounge, use of conference facilitie
  • Tips and other personal expenses personal travel health insuranci
  • All other services not clearly mentioned above
  • Single Supplement US$ 125­

Meals

All meals onboard (1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 light breakfast, 1 brunch buffet)

• Welcome drink

• Daily fresh water in room amenity

Guide

  • English and Vietnamese speaking guide on the cruise

Good to know

Currency

VND

Dong

Vietnam

Plugs and adapters

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Plug type G

Customer reviews

Overall Rating

5

Itinerary

5

Guide

5

Transport

5

Accommodation

5

Food

5

Operator

4.9

Faq Tour

How can I book a tour?
You can order a tour on our website by selecting the desired dates and clicking the “Confirm dates” button. You can also contact our sales department by phone or email.
Which payment options are available?
We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.
Can I change or cancel my reservation?
Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.
What documents are required to participate in the tour?
You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.
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