Overview

Let Emeraude Classic Cruises transport you back to the days of old 'Indochine' as you discover magnificent Halong Bay in style on board a luxurious replica steamer.

One of the great natural wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay covers an area of 1,500 km over which are scattered thousands of limestone islands and grottoes rising from clear, emerald waters. The only way to really appreciate Halong Bay's natural beauty is on an overnight cruise. In 1910 a paddle steamer called the Emeraude was offering unforgettable cruises on Halong Bay for visitors to what was then French Indochina. Today the Emeraude offers a regular cruise service on board a luxurious replica steamer with 38 cabins meticulously designed to evoke the nostalgic charm of colonial Indochina. With polished wooden floors and brass fixtures and fittings the Emeraude's cabins offer timeless elegance while the restaurant offers delicious, freshly caught local seafood and the flavours of traditional Indochinese fare.

Location

Emeraude Classic Cruises manages cruises through Halong Bay, the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which covers an area of 1,500 square kilometers, scattered with thousands of limestone islands and grottoes, in the Gulf of Bac Bo.

Who should go?

Though not the most expensive ship on Halong's emerald waters the Emeraude is certainly one of the most stylish and comfortable. Its French background make it a very different ship than than the many junks that make Halong Bay their port

When to go?

It is best to avoid Halong during the rainy season, from May to October. Getting rained on while on land is bad enough, but you don't want to be caught on the bay during this time.

Dining

2 bars and a restaurant serving Indochinese culinary delights

Room type:

37 luxurious air-conditioned cabins and one suite