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Elite of the Seas

Ha Noi - Halong Bay - Ao Ech area - Dark and Bright Cave - Viet Hai Village - Lan Ha Bay

The Elite of the Seas Cruise Halong Bay launched in 2022 and builds on everything its celebrated sister ship Stellar of the Seas perfected. This 85-metre contemporary vessel carries up to 99 guests across 35 elegant suites. Every cabin comes with a marble en-suite bathroom, bathtub, minibar, 24-hour room service, and unlimited fresh water at no extra charge. The fine dining restaurant serves an 8-course menu each evening. Meanwhile, the Sky Bar hosts Happy Hour with sweeping views of the bay. A year-round swimming pool, mini-golf course, fitness room, sauna, spa, wine and cigar cellar, and a children’s playroom make this one of the most complete cruise ships on the water.

Think of it as a floating resort with a very good itinerary. Guests kayak through Ao Ech lagoon, explore the Dark and Bright Cave by local rowing boat, and cycle or ride an electric car into Viet Hai village on Cat Ba Island. Drone photography sessions above the pool add a modern thrill. Every morning starts with Tai Chi and sunrise. Every night ends with squid fishing under the stars.

Highlights:

  • Kayak freely through the emerald waters of Ao Ech (Frog Lake) area in Lan Ha Bay
  • Explore the Dark and Bright Caves by local rowing bamboo boat through a dramatic water passage
  • Cycle or ride an electric car through Viet Hai village, a community over 100 years old on Cat Ba Island
  • Swim and relax at Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches) beach on the 3-day itinerary
  • Capture aerial photos above the swimming pool with a drone session on the sundeck
  • Enjoy an 8-course fine dining menu each evening prepared by the ship’s culinary team
  • Play mini-golf on the course while surrounded by Halong Bay’s iconic limestone peaks
  • Join a cooking demonstration each evening then sip cocktails at the Sky Bar during Happy Hour
  • Try squid fishing under the stars from the aft deck of the ship after dinner

Cruise Itinerary

2 days
Elite of the Sea 2 Days 1 Night Ha Noi - Halong Bay - Ao Ech area - Lan Ha Bay - Dark and Bright Cave - Hanoi

Day 01: Ha Noi - Halong Bay - Ao Ech area

8h00 – 8h30: Pick-up in the Old Quarter (Transfer by Expressway).

12h15: Transfer to the Elite of the Seas cruise Halong Bay by speedboat

12h45: Check-in on the luxury cruise Halong Bay.

13h00: Enjoy lunch in the restaurant.

14h00: Receive key and check-in the cabin.

15h00–17:30: Gather at the reception area to participate in Kayaking activities at the Ao Ech area, or use the swimming pool on this luxury cruise Halong Bay.

16h00 – 18h00: Take pictures with the cruise by drone at the Sundeck area.

17h30: Welcome sunset and enjoy afternoon tea at the swimming pool area.

18h00: Cooking demonstration at the swimming pool area.

18h00 –19h00: Join the Happy Hour program and the sunset at the Sky Bar area.

19h00: Enjoy an 8-course fine dining menu at the restaurant.

Turndown Service: To ensure the service quality for your stay, we offer you Turndown Service during your dinner time. Please turn on the housekeeping switch (next to the electricity card slot) to use the service.

20h30: Join the fishing session at the aft of our cruise or relax at our swimming pool, mini-golf course, spa, etc.

Attention: For all valuable and important items (wallet, passport, jewelry, etc), please keep them carefully in the safe or entrust them to the reception on the 2nd floor.

Day 02: Dark and Bright Cave - Hanoi

5h45 – 6h15: Enjoy the sunrise & join a golf class at the golf course

6h15 – 6h35: Morning exercise session: Tai Chi at the golf course

6h45 – 7h30: Enjoy the breakfast in the restaurant.

7h45 – 8h45: Gather at the reception area to visit Dark and Bright Cave by local rowing boat.

9h30 – 9h45: Pack up the luggage and put them in front of the door, then return the key to the reception counter.

9h45: Enjoy the buffet in our restaurant.

10h45: Settle down the payment for personal expenses (beverages, spa, etc.).

11h10: Return to the mainland by speedboat.

14h – 14h30: Drop-off in the Old Quarter.

INCLUDED

  • Full equipped luxury ensuite cabin with multi A/C, marble bathroom, and finest bathroom amenities
  • All meals on board
  • Tender/speedboat transfer
  • Welcome drink
  • Live Music
  • 24-hour room service with no extra charges
  • 24-hour food ordered with no extra charges
  • Refilled bottled fresh water with no limit
  • Cookery demonstration
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Tai chi, games, gym, swimming pool and library
  • Beach activities such as kayaking, bamboo boating, caving, squid fishing
  • Internet wifi, Satellite HD LED Tivi
  • Fishing and golf equipment
  • English speaking guide
  • On board insurance and service charges
  • Government tax (VAT 10%)

EXCLUDED

  • Beverages
  • Luxury Transfer service
  • Tips and other personal expenses
  • All other services not clearly mentioned above.
3 days
Elite of the Sea 3 Days 2 Nights Day 01: Ha Noi - Halong Bay - Ao Ech area - Dark and Bright Cave - Hanoi

8h00 – 8h30: Pick-up in the Old Quarter (Transfer by Expressway).

12h15: Transfer to the Elite of the Seas cruise Halong Bay by speedboat

12h45: Check-in on the luxury cruise Halong Bay.

13h00: Enjoy lunch in the restaurant.

14h00: Receive key and check-in the cabin.

15h00 – 17:30: Gather at the reception area to participate in Kayaking activities at the Ao Ech area, or use the swimming pool on the cruise.

16h00 – 18h00: Take pictures with the cruise by drone at the Sundeck area.

17h30: Welcome sunset and enjoy afternoon tea at the swimming pool area.

18h00: Cooking demonstration at the swimming pool area.

18h00 – 19h00: Join the Happy Hour program and the sunset at the Sky Bar area.

19h00: Enjoy an 8-course fine dining menu at the restaurant.

Turndown Service: To ensure the quality of service for your stay, we offer you Turndown Service during your dinner time. Please turn on the housekeeping switch (next to the electricity card slot) to use the service.

20h30: Join the fishing session at the aft of our cruise or relax at our swimming pool, mini-golf course, spa, etc.

Attention: For all valuable and important items (wallet, passport, jewelry, etc), please keep them carefully in the safe or entrust them to the reception on the 2nd floor.

Day 02: Viet Hai floating village - Lan Ha Bay

5h45 – 6h15: Enjoy the sunrise, join a golf class at the golf course

6h15 – 6h35: Morning exercise session: Tai Chi at the golf course

6h45 – 7h30: Enjoy breakfast in the restaurant.

7h30 – 9h45: Free time to relax on this luxury cruise.

9h45: Enjoy the buffet in our restaurant.

12h30 – 16h30: Visit the Viet Hai floating village by electric car or bicycle. Then experience bathing
and relaxing at the natural beach of the Ba Trai Dao area in Lan Ha Bay.

16h30 – 18h00: Return to the Elite of the Seas and relax on the cruise.

18h00 – 19h00: Cooking demonstration at the swimming pool area. Join the Happy Hour program and
the sunset at the Sky Bar area.

19h00: Enjoy dinner

20h30: Join the fishing session at the aft of our cruise or relax at our swimming pool, mini-golf course, spa, etc.

Day 03: Dark and Bright Cave - Hanoi

5h45 – 6h15: Enjoy the sunrise; join a golf class at the golf course

6h15 – 6h35: Morning exercise session: Tai Chi at the golf course

6h45 – 7h30: Enjoy the breakfast in the restaurant.

7h45 – 8h45: Gather at the reception area to visit Dark and Bright Cave by local rowing boat.

9h30 – 9h45: Pack up the luggage and put it in front of the door, then return the key to the reception
counter.

9h45: Enjoy the buffet in our restaurant.

10h45: Settle down the payment for personal expenses (beverages, spa, etc.).

11h10: Return to the mainland by speedboat.

14h – 14h30: Drop off in the Old Quarter.

INCLUDED

  • Full equipped luxury ensuite cabin with multi A/C, marble bathroom, and finest bathroom amenities
  • All meals on board
  • Tender/speedboat transfer
  • Welcome drink
  • Live Music
  • 24-hour room service with no extra charges
  • 24-hour food ordered with no extra charges
  • Refilled bottled fresh water with no limit
  • Cookery demonstration
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Tai chi, games, gym, swimming pool and library
  • Beach activities such as kayaking, bamboo boating, caving, squid fishing
  • Internet wifi, Satellite HD LED Tivi
  • Fishing and golf equipment
  • English speaking guide
  • On board insurance and service charges
  • Government tax (VAT 10%)

EXCLUDED

  • Beverages
  • Luxury Transfer service
  • Tips and other personal expenses
  • All other services not clearly mentioned above.

Activities

  • Swimming
  • Kayaking & rowing boat
  • Tai Chi
  • Cooking Demonstration
  • Squid Fishing
  • Excursions to the Cave
  • Cruising Events (by request)
  • Meetings & Conferences Wedding Ceremonies (by request)

Stateroom

Cabin amenities

  • 24 hours room service with no extra charges
  • 24 hours food ordered with no extra charges
  • Refilled bottled fresh water with no limit
  • Complimentary: tea, coffee, fresh fruit, fresh flowers
  • Multi Air conditioning
  • Satellite – HD LED Tivi
  • Telephone
  • En-suite luxury marble bathroom
  • Private toilet
  • Full finest bathroom amenities
  • Dressing table
  • Bathtub
  • Power outlet (220 voltages)
  • Music entertainment
  • Safety box
  • Minibar
  • Wardrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Wireless Internet
  • Life jackets
  • Umbrellas
  • Fire extinguisher

Fleet Launch

  • Launch: 2022
  • Number of boats: 01
  • Number of cabins: 35
  • Passenger capacity: 99
  • Length: 85m
  • Width: 14.2m

Service & facilities

  • Reception (English and Vietnamese Speaking)
  • 24-hour Security
  • Themed Parties on Request
  • Dining room
  • Open kitchen
  • Swimming pool
  • Mini golf course
  • Children play room
  • Internet onboard
  • Fitness room
  • Fully-furnished Cabins
  • Wine cellar & cigars
  • Spa & Massage service (with additional fees)

Price in 2026

Itineraries 2 Days 1 Night
1 Jan – 31 Dec 2025
3 Days 2 Nights

1 Jan – 31 Dec 2025
Cruise Cabin  Rate/ person Single Supplement Child (4-12) Rate/ person Single Supplement Child (4-12)
Elite Junior Suite $370 $112 $314 $684 $205 $580
Elite Junior Premium $413 $145 $351 $763 $228 $648
Elite Senior Suite $477 $143 $405 $882 $265 $749
Elite Senior Premium $520 $155 $441 $962 $288 $818
Elite Executive Suite $649 $195 $551 $1,201 $359 $1,020
Elite Executive Premium $713 $214 $606 $1,380 $413 $1,173
Elite President Suite
$1,361 $408 $1,158 2,519 $757 $2,141

Price 2027

The prices below are in US dollars

Itineraries 2 Days 1 Night
1 Jan – 31 Dec
3 Days 2 Nights
1 Jan – 31 Dec
Cruise Cabin  Rate/ person Single Supplement Extra bed Rate/ person Single Supplement Extra bed
Elite Junior Suite $350 $106 $298 $648 $194 $550
Elite Junior Premium $391 $117 $333 $723 $216 $614
Elite Senior Suite $452 $135 $384 $836 $251 $710
Elite Senior Premium $493 $147 $418 $912 $273 $776
Elite Executive Suite $615 $185 $522 $1,138 $340 $967
Elite Executive Premium $676 $203 $575 $1,309 $392 $1,112
Elite President Suite
$1,291 $387 $1,098 $2,388 $718 $2,030

Note:

  • Surcharge 20% rates on the Vietnamese Lunar New Year (3 days)
  • Complimentary round-trip shared limousine transfer from/ to Hanoi City Centre
  • Surcharge 20% rates on the Vietnamese Lunar New Year (3 days, 30, 1, 2)
Price from:
$370
Price per person, based on 2 people

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