Halong Glory Cruise- new overnight boat on Halong Bay
14 cabin cruise has been launched by Doan Ket Company in Hanoi










Glory Cruises offers an elegant, relaxing and fulfilling ways to explore endless style in Halong bay. The cruise brings us into contact with local people in different floating villages of the Halong bay. With Glory Cruises, you will have ample opportunity to see Vietnam in its authenticity and sample local culture and food, in a one unpacking, unforgettable vacations where your “floating 4star hotel” get you insight into Halong bay Vietnam

Vessels
Glory I: launched 2011

Glory II: to be launched 2012

Glory III: to be launched 2012

Long: 37.5,  Wide: 9.0m, High: 11.5m
Crew: Cruise manager and 18 well trained staff
Restaurant and Bar: Western, Asia & Vietnamese
02 Generator: Capacity 65 KVA and 45 KVA
Engine: YANMAR, made in Japan with capacity 105 CV
Safety equipments: 52 life buoy, 16 fire extinguishers, and two medicine boxes

Accommodation
Glory offers 4 types of intimate, luxury, personal accommodation: Deluxe Twin Cabins, Deluxe Double Cabins, Glory Suites and the exclusive, lavish Family Suite.
08 Deluxe (15.2m²)
04 Suites (18m²)
01 Family Suite (36m²)

Deluxe Cabin:
Our Deluxe cabin (15.2m2) offers all the amenities necessary for you to feel comfortable: twin beds or a queen-size bed, air-conditioner, wall fan, refrigerator, en-suite bathroom with shower. Each features a picture window, providing added light and memorable views.
 
Suite:
The four sumptuous Suites (18m2) are located in the forward section of the upper accommodation deck and offer panoramic views. Each Suite offers all the standard amenities of the Deluxe Cabins, plus a larger ensuite bathroom with bathtub, a plush sofa, extended picture windows.

Family Suite:
The Family Suite (36m2) are located in the forward section of the upper accommodation deck with connecting cabins. It has one double bed and 2 single beds, private balcony with sunbath area.

 

 

Travel Itinerary
Glory sets 2 options to cruise Halong Bay : {2 days 1 night}-  {3 days 2 nights}

HaLong bay 2 days 1night.

Day 1:Hanoi – Halong Bay ( L, D )

• 08h00: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi. Drive to Halong City through the paddy fields in the Red River Delta.
• 10H00: Stopover on the way for a refreshment break
• 12h00: Arrive at Tuan Chau wharf – Break and photography time
• 12h30: Board Glory Cruises for departure. Welcome drink will be served
• 13h00: Lunch is served while cruising through the bay
• 15h30: Visit exciting Cua Van fishing village. The village is free of busy roads and streets, electric lights, houses and high rise buildings. Instead, there are only herds of little boats and rafts. You will have the chance to discover the traditional culture and customs of the fishermen.
• 16h30: Enjoy kayaking or swimming (if the weather permits).
• 17h00: Back on board and continue cruising to Drum Cave (Hang Trong) to dock.
• 19h00: Dinner is served.
• 21h00: Take some leisure time to enjoy chatting at the bar or enjoy some night fishing.
• Relax and spend a romantic night on Glory Cruise

Day 2: Halong – Hanoi



• 07.00: Coffee and tea will be served
• 08.00: Continue cruising
• 08h15: Visit splendid Sung Sot Cave
• 09h00: Check out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay, passing Dinh Huong Island, fishing villages, Ga Choi Island, Dog Island and Sail Island.
• 09.30: Buffet brunch (breakfast/lunch) while cruising back through Halong Bay to the pier
• 11h30: Arrive at the pier. Time to say goodbye to the crew.
• 12.00: Return from Halong to Hanoi.
• 14h00: Stop over in Dong Trieu town to visit a ceramics workshop.
• 16.00: Arrive in Hanoi
• End of the trip

Cabin	Remark	Price per person
		Jan 1st to Dec 31st 2012
			Double/Twin	Single
Deluxe cabin	08 cabin		VND 3.848,000 ($185)	VND 3.016,000 ($145)
Suite cabin	04 cabin		VND 4.680,000 ($225)	VND 3.640,000 ($175)
Family suite	Min for 3 pax		N/A	VND 4.264,000 ($205)
Children from 07 to 11	Twin share cabin		N/A	VND 2.184,000 ($105)
Children under 04	Stay with parent	FOC

Note:
• All rates above are quoted in US dollars, non – commissionable
• All rates are exclusively for domestic and inbound tour operators only.
• All extra services are subject to additional charge.
• The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults on mattress.
• From 4 – 6 years old is 50% of the total price/ child
• From 7 – 11 years old is 75% of the total price/ child
• Only one (01) child under 4 years old sharing room with two (02) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin

Children’s policy:
• Children less than 4 years of age are FOC, sharing a room with parent/s.
• Children from 4 to 7 years of age are charged 50%, sharing a room with parent/s.
• Children from 7 to 11 years of age are charged 75%, sharing a twin room

Glory Cruises Include:
• Shuttle bus between Hanoi-Halong-Hanoi.
• Accommodation in a twin share or double cabin
• All Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B-= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner, BR= Brunch)
• An English speaking guide.
• Kayaking
• Sightseeing admissions.

Glory Cruises Exclusive:
• Drinks.
• Government taxes
• Personal expenses.
• Tips are welcome.

What to bring:
• Sun block
• Camera + Film
• Insect repellent
• Original Passport
• A wide brimmed hat
• Swimming costume
• Sun glasses

HaLong bay 3 days 2 nights.

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay ( L, D )

• 08h00: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi. Drive to Halong City through the paddy fields in the Red River Delta.
• 10H00: Stopover on the way for refreshments
• 12h00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Wharf – Break and photo opportunities
• 12h30: Board Glory Cruises for departure. A welcome drink will be served
• 13h00: Lunch is served while cruising through the bay
• 15h30: Visit exciting Cua Van fishing village, the village is free from busy roads and streets, electric lights, houses and high rise buildings. Instead, there are only herds of little boats and rafts. You will have the chance to discover the traditional culture and customs of the fishermen.
• 16h30: Enjoy kayaking or swimming (if the weather permits).
• 17h00: Back on board and continue cruising to Drum Cave (Hang Trong) for docking
• 19h00: Dinner is served.
• 21h00: Leisure time to enjoy a chat around the bar or enjoy night fishing.
• Relax and spend a romantic night on Glory Cruise

Day 2: Halong bay – Lanha bay (B, L, D)


• 7h30: Start the day with an International breakfast
• 08h30: Transfer to another boat for Lan Ha Bay excursion.
• 10h00: Guided kayaking, swimming & snorkeling at Three Peach Beach, a pristine natural beach lapped by turquoise water.
• 12h00: Fresh seafood lunch is served onboard or enjoy Barbeque on beach if the weather permitted.
• 13h30: Continue on to discover Ho Ba Ham Islet, the most remote point in Lan Ha Bay and bordering the Gulf of Tonkin.
• 14h30: Visit its quaint fishing village and lagoon
Possibility of kayaking through an amazing tunnel carved under a limestone mountain (time and weather permitting).
• 16h00: Cruise back to Glory Cruises
• 19h00: Sumptuous seafood set-dinner onboard
• 21h00: Retire to your cabin or join the fishing program
• Overnight aboard

Day 3: Halong – Hanoi


• 07.00: Coffee and tea will be served
• 08.00: Continue cruising.
• 08h15: Visit splendid Sung Sot Cave
• 09h00: Check out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay, passing Dinh Huong Island, fishing villages, Ga Choi Island, Dog Island and Sail Island.
• 09.30: Buffet brunch (breakfast/lunch) while cruising back through Halong Bay to the pier
• 11h30: Arrive at the pier. Time to say goodbye to the crew.
• 12h00: Drive from Halong to Hanoi.
• 14h00: Stop over in Dong Trieu town to visit a Ceramics workshop.
• 16.00: Arrive in Hanoi
• End the trip

Cabin	Remark	Price per person
		Jan 1st to Dec 31st 2012
			Double/Twin	Single
Deluxe cabin	08 cabin		VND 4.992,000 ($240)	VND 6.843,000 ($329)
Suite cabin	04 cabin		VND 5.720,000 ($275)	VND 7.800,000 ($375)
Family suite	Min for 3 pax		N/A	VND 6.344,000 ($305)
Children from 07 to 11	Twin share cabin		N/A	VND 3.744,000 ($180)
Children under 04	Stay with parent	FOC

Note:
• All rates above are quoted in US dollars, non – commissionable
• All rates are exclusively for domestic and inbound tour operators only.
• All extra services are subject to additional charge.
• The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults on mattress.
• From 4 – 6 years old is 50% of the total price/ child
• From 7 – 11 years old is 75% of the total price/ child
• Only one (01) child under 4 years old sharing room with two (02) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin

Children’s policy:
• Children less than 4 years of age are FOC, sharing a room with parent/s.
• Children from 4 to 7 years of age are charged 50%, sharing a room with parent/s.
• Children from 7 to 11 years of age are charged 75%, sharing a twin room

Glory Cruises Include:
• Shuttle bus between Hanoi-Halong-Hanoi.
• Accommodation in a twin share or double cabin
• All Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B-= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner, BR= Brunch)
• An English speaking guide.
• Kayaking
• Sightseeing admissions.

Glory Cruises Exclusive:
• Drinks.
• Government taxes
• Personal expenses.
• Tips are welcome.

What to bring:
• Sun block
• Camera + Film
• Insect repellent
• Original Passport
• A wide brimmed hat
• Swimming costume
• Sun glasses

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