Being launching soon in December 2017, Era Cruise is a brand-new luxurious steel cruise which ensures the aesthetic make over and safety for clients.

Following the off-the-beaten-track route Hanoi – Hai Phong – Lan Ha Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay – Halong Bay, saving your drive time from 4 hours to 1.5 hours maximum, Era cruise promises to bring you incredible services and truly exclusive experience in Ha Long Bay.

Era Cruises offer the ultimate cruise experience aboard their luxury ship. The sophisticated and elegant surroundings of our vessel offer numerous venues to relax, rejuvenate and thrive as you drink in the stunning UNESCO World Heritage vistas of Ha Long Bay and Cat Ba Island.

WHY GO WITH CRUISE

Restaurant:

Era Restaurant provides our clients a uniquely personal style of dining. With 45 seats, our upscale restaurant serves exceptional menus including a diversity of seasonal À la carte dishes, BBQ and buffet.

Era Restaurant situated on the Top Deck, offers spectacular view of the giant ocean, with an intimate yet versatile space that allows for an exceptional dining experience. Flattering candlelight, exotic flowers, and an incomparable view over the sparkling stars of Lan Ha bay’s heart, our restaurant provides a jewel-like setting for a relaxed and convivial gathering with friends, a proposal of marriage, birthday or anniversary celebration.

Our team promise to deliver a superb service to our guests, from the freshness ingredients to our intensive food and beverage as well as the top quality dining environment.

Skyline bar:

After a day of sightseeing, our Skyline bar is completely perfect venue for a bite to eat with a glass of wine or colorful cocktails, either on the stern of the cruise overlooking the beauty of peaceful Lan Ha bay or at our inviting indoor bar.

A vast assortment of cocktails, local and international beers, and wine keep conversations flowing. Try our signature cocktails for a fun and refreshing spin on a classic or one of our many non-alcoholic drinks. Our attentive service will ensure a great night out.

Fitness Center

The Era Fitness Center enables you to enjoy your leisure time using the latest facilities while you maintain and build your fitness.

Relax, rejuvenate and enrich your mind, body and spirit with the most comprehensive fitness and wellness offerings at sea.

Golf

Golf is a sport enjoyed world-wide by millions of people. Our staff speak the international language of golf allowing you to tee off with other golfers from every corner of the globe.

Our Rooftop Sundeck provides a mini-golf course where you can take a relaxing stroll while improving your game and taking in the breathtaking sights and sounds.

Medical Care Service

In the unfortunate event that you might require medical attention while aboard one of our vessels, Medical Center staff are available to assist 24 hours a day.

Local medical facilities however may be limited in some ports of call.

Reception Lounge

The comfortable cruise reception lounge is exclusively reserved for our customers. Era Cruise's reception is happy to provide you with all the information you need to truly experience the delights of Cat Ba and take advantage of all we have to offer on the cruise.

All the members of our professional, attentive reception staff focus on making your stay a success. Feel free to ask the helpful and enthusiastic staff for any suggestions or tips.

Galaxy Coffee Lounge

Located on the Lower Deck with a spectacular and vast ocean view, the Galaxy Coffee Lounge is spacious and comfortable and the perfect spot to unwind or chat with friends. Designed with a stylish interior built with a stunning range of materials, the lounge staff with be happy to indulge you with cups of aromatic tea, gourmet coffee and conversation.

Era Cruises Restaurant

Era Restaurant provides our clients a uniquely personal style of dining. With seating for 45 diners, our upscale restaurant serves exceptional menus including a range of seasonal à la carte dishes, delicious BBQ and a wide ranging buffet.

Era Restaurant is situated on the top deck and offers spectacular views of the ocean, while simultaneously boasting an intimate ambiance that allows for an exceptional gastronomic experience. You will be treated to flattering candlelight, exotic flowers and an incomparable view under the sparkling stars of Lan Ha Bay. Our restaurant provides a faultless setting for relaxed gatherings with friends, romantic meals, birthdays or anniversaries.

Our team guarantee to deliver flawless customer service and impeccable meals prepared from only the freshness ingredients.

Shop and Lobby

Our Shop and Lobby boasts jaw-dropping interior design with high-end amenities to make you feel welcome and stimulate your more creative impulses. We invite our guests to indulge their artistic impulses and create amazing works of art or simply take a short break after a long day of sightseeing.

Skyline bar

Our Skyline bar is the ultimate venue for a bite to eat with a glass of wine or an exotic cocktail. You can enjoy your evening’s refreshment either on the stern of the cruise ship overlooking the beauty of peaceful Lan Ha Bay or at our inviting indoor bar.

A vast assortment of cocktails, local and international beers, and wine will keep the conversation flowing late into the night. Try our Era cocktails for a fun and energizing spin on a classic or one of our wide range of delicious non-alcoholic beverages. Our attentive service staff will ensure a great night out is had by all.

Starry Mini Cinema

With a full length window offering an oceanic view of the starry sky, our entertainment center contains 30 soft plush luxury seats equipped with a the latest super-size LED screen so you can sit back and take in the latest releases in unrivaled comfort.

This entertainment center also functions as an impressive convention space for meetings, events, and private parties.

Ocean Spa

When you arrive at our luxurious Ocean Spa you will be met with the delicate scent of herbs and our accommodating staff. It is the perfect place to relax and revitalize your body and soul while receiving one of a range of massages from our fully trained team of technicians.

We are proud to ensure the pinnacle of inner-peace as you explore the revitalizing steam rooms and saunas, and the tranquility of the massage center. Treatments available include body therapy, slimming massage, facial care, body wellness, foot care, and nail spa.

Rooftop Sundeck

The incredibly spacious Rooftop Sundeck covers 395sqm and is a favorite venue among our guests to witness unforgettable sunsets over the bay or lay back on the sun berths for stunning star-gazing.

It provides a mini-golf course and sun lounge for guests to enjoy a book or a drink or to simply relax and sunbathe. It’s a peerless place to meet fellow passengers, share travel stories and witness the perfect panoramic views of the stunning bay.

It is no exaggeration to say that Era Cruise is a modern masterpiece floating on the magnificent majesty of Halong Bay – the pride of North Vietnam.

We are sure after your stay with us, you will agree with our slogan: “Sophisticated - Elegant – Luxury

ITINERARY 2DAYS 1NIGHT

DAY 1: HANOI – LAN HA BAY (Lunch/ Dinner) Lan Ha Bay – Cua Van Area – Ba Trai Dao Beach – Dark & Bright Cave

09:00 – 09:30: Your air-conditioned transfer vehicle will collect you from your hotel in Hanoi and convey you to Hai Phong at approximately 11:30am.

12:00: You will be taken aboard our support vessel and travel from the wharf via the bay to board our luxurious craft, Era Cruise. You will be welcomed aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. Our friendly and professional crew will conduct a compulsory safety procedure session and then you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up. We encourage you to explore our luxuriously-appointed ship then watch the magical landscape cruise past.

13:15: A special lunch of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing delicacies will be served. You will be enchanted when decadently dining on our luxury junk, our lavish interpretation of a traditional Vietnamese boat. Life just doesn’t get better than this! We then set sail for Lan Ha Bay, passing Da Chong islet where you can see an ancient lighthouse built by the French over a century ago.

15:00: The final part of the cruise takes us through the Cua Van area to Lan Ha Bay (part of Halong Bay). The 300 or so karst islands and limestone outcrops of Lan Ha are stunning with their pristine, snow-white beaches. You can explore Ba Trai Dao beach via kayaks or immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters.

17:00: It’s time to return to your lavish liner and cruise to your evening accommodation.

17:30 – 18:30: Who doesn’t love happy hour? We offer an extensive drinks list including special offers such as two for one drinks.

18:00: Our Vietnamese cooking demonstration is a great way to learn how to prepare delicious appetizers and we will guide you through the process.

19:15: You can spoil yourself with a unique Signature Dinner in our distinctive restaurant.

20:45 - 12:00: It is now time to relax with an exotic cocktail and drink in the evening landscape. Our bar offers a wide range or wine, beer and liqueurs and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day sailing on the Bay. You can order an indulgent spa service, watch movies, go squid ﬁshing or simply relax on our roof top deck under the cover of a brightly illuminated sky.

DAY 2: Dark & Bright Cave – Ha Long Bay - Hanoi (Light Breakfast/Brunch)

06:30: The morning is the best time of the day on Lan Ha Bay. You might like to head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions or relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice to watch the stunning scenery unfold before you.

07:00: A light breakfast of pastries, tea and coffee will be served in our restaurant.

7:30 - 9:15: The final stage of your trip is to be taken through the mysterious caves and amongst the remote islets via local rowing boats. The breath-taking beauty of this World Heritage region will certainly impress you. Following this, you will journey back to the main ship.

09:30: It’s time to check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland. After a ﬁnal early brunch and a last farewell from our crew at 11:30, you will board our transfer boat and head back to the wharf where you will be met by your return trip vehicle to transfer you to Hanoi.

12:10-12:30: Now you can board the luxury van and return to Hanoi.

INCLUDED IN THE CABIN RATES

Welcome drinks with warm/cold tissues

Entrance fees and sightseeing fees

Accommodation in a luxurious air-conditioned ensuite cabin, including a private Jacuzzi bathtub.

In house English-speaking guide

All snacks and meals.

Fresh flowers throughout the ship

Exotic fruit in your cabin.

All activities outlined above, including swimming, kayaking, cooking and night squid fishing.

A bottle of wine is included when you stay in the Garden-Sea Family Suite & The Era Suite.

EXCLUDED IN THE CABIN RATES

Airfares, transfers to and from Ha Long Bay

Visa arrangements

Beauty spa and massage services

Other beverages, tips and personal expenses

All other services not clearly mentioned mentioned

V.A.T

ITINERARY 3DAYS 2NIGHT

DAY 1: HANOI - LAN HA BAY (Lunch/ Dinner) Lan Ha Bay – Cua Van Area – Ba Trai Dao Beach – Ba Ham Lake – Dark & Bright Cave

09:00 – 09:30: Your transfer vehicle will collect you from your hotel in Hanoi and convey you to Hai Phong around 11h30.

12:00: You will be taken on our tender from the wharf and make your way out onto the bay to board our luxurious craft, Era Cruise. You will be welcome aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. Our Crew will conduct a compulsory safety procedures session and then you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up. Take some time to have a look around the vessel or watch the magical landscape go by.

13:15: A special lunch of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing favorites will be served. Dining on a luxury junk with ﬁne food and drinks doesn't come much better than this. We set sail for Lan Ha Bay passing to Da Chong islet where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago.

15:00: When lunch is about to finish, it is just nice that the Cruise complete its entry through Cua Van area to Lan Ha Bay (as part of Halong Bay). The area is surrounding of a lot extraordinary limestone karst landscapes. Guests can start their journey to explore Ba Trai Dao beach, doing the kayak to immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay and/or enjoy swimming.

17:00: Back to main boat, and cruising to a place for staying overnight

17:30 – 18:30: Happy hour with special drink menu (Buy one get another one for free).

18:00: Our Vietnamese cooking demonstration is a great way to learn how to prepare delicious appetizers and we will guide you through the process.

19:15: Relish special Signature Dinner in restaurant.

20:45 - 12:00: Your free time to relax with an exotic cocktail or whatever takes your fancy. Our bar has a wide range or wines, beers and liquors and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day on Bay. Order a Spa service or take any activities on boat cruise such as watching documentary movies, squid ﬁshing or simply relax on our roof top deck under the cover of a star ﬁlled sky.

DAY 2: Viet Hai Village - Ba Ham Lake (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

06:30: Early birds are welcome to attend sunrise Tai Chi on our upper deck and it's an excellent way to get your energy levels up for today's adventures. You will be fascinated by the exquisiteness in the early hours as you enjoy a coffee, tea.

08:00: Enjoy a buffet breakfast with best local coffee brand and freshly fruit juices.

09:00: Next we board our Era Day Boat to head to Viet Hai Village. You will take the bicycle trip along the village path and go through rain forests and dark tunnel. Enjoy stunning scenery of rice fields on the way. Stop at the village to relax. Visit an ancient local house, made from straw, mud, bamboo…you will have chance to see the local life on a valley of local people. Optional electric car service is available (at an extra cost).

12:00: Have lunch with Signature set menu on our day boat.

13:45: Free kayaking and swimming at Ba Ham Lake area situated in the middle of a narrow, rectangular area, with the all four sides enclosed by vertical cliffs. (if the weather permit)

16:00: Back on board Era Cruise, take some time to freshen up, take a nap or just relax at your leisure as we cruise to our overnight area. Witness one of the most brilliant sunsets you will ever see.

17:30-18:30: Bar opens for Happy Hour "Buy one get one free ".

18:00: Enjoy cooking demonstration to discover our Vietnamese cuisine of traditional spring rolls.

19:15: A special dinner will be served offering you outstanding food and quality service.

20:45 – 00:00: This evening is yours to enjoy whatever you please. Tonight we will hold a movie night with a selection of ﬁlms available. We also have a selection of board games for your entertainment. Our bar is always open and is an ideal place to meet new people and share stories about your adventures.

DAY 3: Dark & Bright Cave – Ha Long Bay - Hanoi (Light Breakfast/Brunch)

06:30: The nicest time of the day on Lan Ha Bay is the morning. Head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice anywhere you wish on the boat and watch the never ending miraculous scenery unfold before you.

07:00: Light breakfast will be served in our restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee)

7:30 - 9:15: Enjoy the last stage of your trip to Dark & Bright cave and islets by local rowing boats which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage. Back to our main board afterwards.

09:30: Check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland. After a ﬁnal early brunch and a last goodbye from our crew at 11:30, you will board our tender and head back to the wharf where you will be met by your return trip vehicle to transfer you to Hanoi.

12:10-12:30: Get on luxury van and get back to Hanoi.