Grand Pioneers Cruise 3 Days/2 Nights (Day Boat)
Overview
Put into operation from November 2023, Grand Pioneers Cruise (formally Essence Grand Cruise) is a super-luxury yacht providing a second-to-none cruising experience on Halong Bay.
Itinerary Options
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay
Morning
Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina after a 2.5-hour drive (if using our transfer). Embark on Grand Pioneers Cruise at noon. Enjoy a welcome drink at Cloud Nine restaurant while the cruise manager gives a short briefing about safety and cruise.
Afternoon
Lunch is served in the restaurant while the yacht cruises to Halong Bay. The first stop is Sung Sot Cave. You have around 1 hour to discover the largest cave in Halong Bay with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. If the excursion does not take your fancy, don't miss a bunch of services and facilities onboard such as La Spa, swimming pool, bar, 3D golf simulator, cigar club, poker, library, etc. After the visit, you back to Grand Pioneers Cruise to savor the canape and join the Happy Hour with a long list of cocktails, wine, and other drinks.
Evening
Dinner is served in the Dining on the Bay restaurant. After dinner, you can try squid fishing, playing poker, ordering a favorite cocktail from the varied menu, and watching the night scenery. Overnight onboard.
- Meals included:Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Halong Bay - Trinh Nu Cave
Morning
Capture the stunning sunrise and join the meditation on sundeck. Enjoy light breakfast and get ready to be transferred to the day boat for further exploration in Halong Bay. The first stop is Trinh Nu and Trong Cave area where you can kayak to admire the majestic landscape. Then, you have some time to swim in the sea (depending on weather condition) before enjoying lunch on the day boat.
Afternoon
After the lunch break, return to Halong Bay and visit Pearl Farm Exhibition Center and Museum. You get back to Grand Pioneers Cruise at around 3:30 - 3:45 pm. Enjoy sunset and Happy Hour time.
Evening
Savor a sumptuous dinner at the restaurant. Relax in your own way.
- Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi
Morning
Start a new day with a meditation session on the top deck. Enjoy light breakfast in the restaurant or in your private cabin. The next stop is Luon Cave - a tranquil area for taking a sampan boat rowed by a local.
9:30
Check out time at reception, then enjoy the brunch buffet while the vessel cruises back to the harbor. Disembarkation at around 10:45 am.
- Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch
Cruise Details
Price Exclusions
- - Transportation: Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi
- - Beverages
- - Spa (spa and massage)
- - Karaoke, cigar and wine lounge, use of conference facilities, 3D golf simulator
- - Tips and other personal expenses
- - Personal travel/health insurance
- - Peak season surcharge
- - All other services not clearly mentioned above
Price Inclusions
- - Fully equipped luxury en-suite guest room with chilled water central air- con and marble bathroom
- - All meals onboard (1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 light breakfast, 1 brunch buffet)
- - Speedboat transfers
- - Welcome drink
- - Daily fresh water in room amenity
- - Canapé during the Happy Hour
- - Tai chi, gym, four seasons and salt water, swimming pool, table soccer, and kid’s club
- - Activities: cave visiting, squid fishing, kayaking
- - Wifi, satellite - HD LED TV onboard
- - English and Vietnamese speaking guides
- - Onboard insurance
- - VAT
Onboard Facilities
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