Glory Cruise is a modern and tasteful designed boat which follows international standards but still maintain traditional style. The cruise was operated in October 2011 with dimensions of 40m long, 10m wide, and 11m high. Glory Cruise features spacious and well-appointed cabins with en-suite bathrooms, large sundeck with comfortable lounging furniture, and elegant dining room and bar.
As one of superior cruises in Halong Bay, Glory Cruise always tries to provide tourists the best services possible at all times with consistently superior quality. Besides, with the continuous efforts of instantly improving the quality of services basing on feedbacks of clients, Glory Cruise has been highly appreciated and received great responses from its customers. With these good feedbacks, the cruise received Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor, the world prestigious tourism website. Travelling in Halong Bay with Glory Cruise, tourists may experience the “heaven on earth” as a comment left in TripAdvisor website by a customer who had a 3 days – 2 nights itinerary with Glory Cruise.
Glory Cruise has 17 cabins which are well-appointed with 3 types involving deluxe cabin, family suite cabin, and suite cabin. All of these cabins are equipped with:
Nonsmoking rooms Air conditioning Wardrobe Desk Slippers Hair dryer Bath linen |
En-suite bathroom Private toilet Complimentary mineral water Magazines Life jacket Fire extinguisher Emergency hammer |
With the total area of 18m2, deluxe cabins are specially designed with big windows open to the sea so that tourists can admire the beautiful seascapes of Halong Bay, even from bedroom.
Family suite cabins are actually two cabins with connecting door offering a generous space of 36m2. These rooms are equipped with elegant furnishings and beautiful and rich decoration. This is a perfect choice for a family with fun atmosphere for children to be active and amused as in their home. In addition, family suite has a private gracious balcony offering 3600 view of Halong Bay.
Suite cabins has the same area like deluxe cabin (18m2). Suite cabins and family suite cabins are additional feature a wine bottle and fresh fruit.
Glory Cruise always strives to develop and improve quality of services to make the cruise become one of leading cruises in Halong Bay providing world class services to maximize the satisfaction and comfort of tourists when travelling Halong. Besides, a wide range of activities will be organized onboard.
Services
24-hour security Reception Safety box at reception Tender for sightseeing Rowing boat Theme cruise Conference & meeting facilities |
Baby cot Cabin service Bar & restaurant Fresh flower Beauty services and massage Newspaper and magazines |
Activities and Recreation
Cooking class Tai Chi Wooden games |
Snorkeling Fishing Kayaking Swimming |
After being transferred from Hanoi to Halong in 4 hours, tourists will arrive in Tuan Chay Tourist Wharf at 12.00 (noon) and have a welcome drink and lunch. With only 6 hours with Glory Cruise in Halong Bay, tourists can still enjoy famous sightseeing spots of Halong Bay such as Tuan Chau Island, Dinh Huong Island, Dog Island, and a local fishing village. The cruise will stop for a few minutes to take photographs at Ga Choi (Fighting Cock) Island.
In the afternoon, at 2.00pm, tourist can enjoy kayaking when visiting the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay “Thien Cung – Dau Go Grotto”. About 1-2 hour(s) later, Halong Glory Cruise will return to Halong City and tourists will get on van to back to Hanoi. At 7.00, the van will stop in Hai Duong Province for visiting a ceramic workshop. About at 8.30 pm, travelers will arrive at Hanoi. Trip ends.
Price per person is US Dollars:
No of Pax |
02 |
03-05 |
06-10 |
Over 10 |
Prices |
125 |
95 |
65 |
50 |
At noon, around 12.00 – 12.30, passengers will arrive at Tuan Chau Wharf and have a welcome drink at Glory Cruises Marina Private Lounge. After being transferred by tender to the cruise, tourists will receive cruise briefing and safety instructions and enjoy deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu Lunch.
When reaching Ba Hang fishing village which is free from busy roads and streets, electric lights, and high rise buildings, tourists will have chance to discover traditional culture and customs of fishermen. Tourists can enjoy kayaking or just relaxing on the cruise. At 4.00, there is a cooking demonstration by Glory Cruise’s chefs. Later on, tourists can go swimming on Soi Sim beach (if the weather is permitted) and come back to the cruise at 7.00 pm to savor a deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu Dinner.
In the evening, there are still many activities onboard such as playing cards or chess, reading magazines, squid fishing, watching movies and many sorts of Vietnam cultural films, and Happy Hour (buy two drinks get one free).
Passengers can practice Tai Chi on the sundeck during 30 minutes to refresh mind and body. After having breakfast pastries with coffee or tea, tourists will be transferred by tender to explore Sung Sot Cave by walking up 100 steps to the cave entrance and tour the cave for about 45 minutes. At 9.45 am, a buffet brunch or a la carte menu will be served while Glory Cruise Halong is moving back to the pier. Approximately 2 hours later, passengers will be transferred by tender to the pier. In the way back from Halong to Hanoi, shuttle bus will stop in Hai Duong province (at 2.00 pm) to create a chance for tourists visiting a ceramics workshop. At 4.00 – 5.00, the shuttle bus arrive in Hanoi. End of the trip.
HALONG GLORY CRUISE RATES 2014 |
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CABIN |
REMARK |
PRICE PER PERSON |
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DOUBLE/ TWIN |
SINGLE |
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Deluxe Cabin |
08 Cabins |
160 |
200 |
Suite Cabin |
04 Cabins |
190 |
240 |
Family Suite Cabin |
Min for 3 pax |
220 |
N/A |
Children from 07 to 11 |
Twin share cabin |
75% of adult price |
|
Children from 04 to 06 |
Stay with parent |
50% of adult price |
|
Children under 04 |
Stay with parent |
FOC |
Included |
Excluded |
Shuttle bus between Hanoi-Halong – Hanoi |
Beverages, Tips |
Welcome Drink |
Government taxes |
Cruise Itinerary and Program |
Personal expenses |
Entrance and Sightseeing Fees |
|
In-house English-speaking Tour Guide |
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Luxurious Cabins and Suites |
|
Deluxe Vietnamese and International Lunch and Dinner |
|
Vietnamese and International Breakfast |
|
Conference Equipment (Charter only) |
|
All Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner, BR= Brunch) |
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Kayaking |
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At noon, around 12.00 – 12.30, passengers will arrive at Tuan Chau Wharf and have a welcome drink at Glory Cruises Marina Private Lounge. After being transferred by tender to the cruise, tourists will receive cruise briefing and safety instructions and enjoy deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu Lunch.
When reaching Ba Hang fishing village which is free from busy roads and streets, electric lights, and high rise buildings, tourists will have chance to discover traditional culture and customs of fishermen. Tourists can enjoy kayaking or just relaxing on the cruise. At 4.00, there is a cooking demonstration by Glory Cruise’s chefs. Later on, tourists can go swimming on Soi Sim beach (if the weather is permitted) and come back to the cruise at 7.00 pm to savor a deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu Dinner.
In the evening, there are still many activities onboard such as playing cards or chess, reading magazines, squid fishing, watching movies and many sorts of Vietnam cultural films, and Happy Hour (buy two drinks get one free).
After practicing Tai Chi and having a breakfast pastries with a cup of coffee or tea, tourists will be transferred to sightseeing boat for Lan Ha Bay excursion. Tourists will have chance to visit Pearl Farm to see how farmers make pearls and discover Dark and Light Cave. After having a Vietnamese lunch, the excursion will continue keeping ahead to Three Peaches Beach. In the beach, passengers can enjoy kayaking at the pristine natural beach lapped by turquoise water. Back to Glory Halong Cruise, a deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu Dinner will be served at 7.00 pm. After that, tourists can relax in private cabin or join in evening activities onboard.
Passengers can practice Tai Chi on the sundeck during 30 minutes to refresh mind and body. After having breakfast pastries with coffee or tea, tourists will be transferred by tender to explore Sung Sot Cave by walking up 100 steps to the cave entrance and tour the cave for about 45 minutes. At 9.45 am, a buffet brunch or a la carte menu will be served while Glory Cruise Halong is moving back to the pier. Approximately 2 hours later, passengers will be transferred by tender to the pier. In the way back from Halong to Hanoi, shuttle bus will stop in Hai Duong province (at 2.00 pm) to create a chance for tourists visiting a ceramics workshop. At 4.00 – 5.00, the shuttle bus arrive in Hanoi. End of the trip.
HALONG GLORY CRUISE RATES 2014 |
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CABIN |
REMARK |
PRICE PER PERSON |
|
DOUBLE/ TWIN |
SINGLE |
||
Deluxe Cabin |
08 Cabins |
265 |
345 |
Suite Cabin |
04 Cabins |
295 |
375 |
Family Suite Cabin |
Min for 3 pax |
325 |
N/A |
Children from 07 to 11 |
Twin share cabin |
75% of adult price |
|
Children from 04 to 06 |
Stay with parent |
50% of adult price |
|
Children under 04 |
Stay with parent |
FOC |
Included |
Excluded |
Shuttle bus between Hanoi-Halong – Hanoi |
Beverages, Tips |
Welcome Drink |
Government taxes |
Cruise Itinerary and Program |
Personal expenses |
Entrance and Sightseeing Fees |
|
In-house English-speaking Tour Guide |
|
Luxurious Cabins and Suites |
|
Deluxe Vietnamese and International Lunch and Dinner |
|
Vietnamese and International Breakfast |
|
Conference Equipment (Charter only) |
|
All Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner, BR= Brunch) |
|
Kayaking |
|
Check-in/Check-out
The check-in time onboard is often at noon (12.00-12.30). In the last day of a voyage, tourists will settle bills after breakfast (at 9.45 am) transferred by tender to the pier at 11.45 am.
Cancellation
All cancellations will be charged as follow:
Duration of time |
Under 5 cabins |
5 – 10 cabins |
Charter |
Between 30 – 15 days |
0% |
30% |
50% |
Between 15 – 10 days |
50% |
75% |
|
Between 10 – 05 days |
75% |
100% |
|
Between 05 – 03 days |
50% |
90% |
100% |
03 days prior guest’s check in |
100% |
100% |
100% |
Children and extra beds
Infants less than 4 years old are free of charge when sharing a room with parents. Children staying in the same cabin with parents will be charged 50% for the age of 4-6 and 75% for the age of 7 -11. And for those from 12, they will be charged as adult’s rate.
Cards accepted
According to Glory Cruise’s policy, deposit payment can be settled by OnePay. For tourist’s convenience, the balance shall be settled in Hanoi by either cash or credit card.
How safe is your boat?
With a motto “Your safety is our priority”, Glory Cruise Halong Bay features with fully and well safety amenities involving:
Life jackets in all cabins and public areas Life buoys/ life rafts Tender Leakage alarm system ICOM system Radar VHF Fire safety system Dead bolt in room Sprinkler in room Audible smoke alarms 24 hour security staff Emergency plan in cabin Smoke alarm in public areas
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Regular safety inspections Break glass emergency phone Smoke extractors in corridors Video surveillance in hallways Auto doors can be forced open Emergency lighting at emergency exits Complies with Htl Safety Act 1990 Loudspeaker system Exterior video surveillance Emergency electric generator Visual alarm for common areas Smoke alarm in room Compliance to national safety regulations |
What should I bring onboard?
- Passport (Valid passport is required when check-in)
- Sun glasses
- Hat
- Insect repellent
- Swim suite
- Cash
Early Bird 15% Off
For early birds who make a booking from 30 days prior to arrival date, Glory Cruise in Halong offers at least 15% off on Best Rates Early Bird Discount Promotion program. Hurry up to make a booking and you will have a wonderful holiday with full of sunlight and exciting recreational activities on one of seven new wonders of the world.
Last Minute 15% Off
Along with Early Bird 15% Off, Glory Cruise also provides a big discount for those who make last minute booking. With this promotion program, tourists also receive 15% discount to enjoy breathtaking seascapes of Halong Bay.
Free Airport See Off
To express the gratitude for clients using services of Glory Cruise, Glory is proud to be the only one among many Halong Bay cruises providing free drop off services as well as for return trips from Hanoi to Noi Bai airport. Travelers just only need to provide their flight itinerary when booking online, then Glory Cruise will arrange the most convenient service to serve tourists.
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