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. Being a masterpiece of the Viet Thuan group, the superyacht exudes the ultimate luxury in over 50 lavish cabins and state-of-the-art facilities allocated from the first to the third deck of the 5-deck craft. This would be the biggest overnight cruise in Halong Bay at this time.
Grand Pioneers Cruise brings up to 8 room types including Ocean Suite, Ocean Suite Balcony, Ocean Suite Triple, Veranda Suite, Executive Suite, Essence Suite, Oceania Suite, and The Owner’s Suite. Rooms measure from 35 sqm up to 200 sqm and come with all high-end materials such as luxury bed and bath linens, coffee Making machine, modern sitting and sleeping area, en-suite bathroom with modern shower system and luxury bath amenities, etc. All promises to satisfy the most hardened travelers.
Apart from super-luxury accommodation, Grand Pioneers Cruise invites you to jump into the ocean-view pool to release all muscle tension, kick back at Light House Sky Bar, get on a culinary voyage at Cloud Nine Restaurant, and rejuvenate your beauty at La Spa. That is not to mention a bunch of activities to discover the heritage bay of Halong Bay and the most untouched part called Lan Ha Bay on a 1-night or 2-night itinerary.
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Itinerary
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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
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
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
Inclusions/ Exclusions
INCLUSION
- 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
EXCLUSION
- 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
Policy
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- Check in on board: 12:00 PM
- Check out: 11:30 AM
- Return Hanoi: 2:30 – 3:00 PM
- The FOC Rate for children under 4 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults (No extra Mattress). Only 1 (one) child under 4 years traveling with 2 (two) adults is allowed for FOC per group.
- 1 (one) child under 4 years old sharing a cabin with 1 (one) adult must pay full fare as an adult.
- The Child Rate for children from 4 to 11 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults (No extra Mattress): 50%
- The Child Rate for children from 4 to 11 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults (With extra Mattress): 75%
- Children aged 12 and above must pay full fare as an adult.
- Peak season surcharge: Surcharge VND 50USD/night applies for travel date on 30th April, 1st May, 30th August – 1st Sep 2025, 24th December and 31st December and Vietnamese Lunar Tet Holiday (28, 29, 30, 31/01/2025)
- On the second day you will travel on a day boat and do not have access to the mother boat and your cabin until later in the afternoon (for 3 days/2 nights itinerary)
Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay:
- The cancellation decision is made by Management Board of Halong Bay on the day of the trip in case of bad weather conditions. In such case, we will make alternative travel arrangement for you on request or offer refund in accordance with the cruise policy.
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