In 1910 a paddle steamer called the Emeraude was offering unforgettable cruises in Halong Bay for visitors to what was then French Indochina. The Emeraude Cruise was part of a flotilla owned by the Roque family who had left Bordeaux in 1858 in search of adventure and fortune. Over a period of more than 50 years they found both. After several ups and downs including successful trading and timber businesses, near bankruptcy and being taken hostage by pirates, the Roque brothers built Emeraude, Perle, Saphir, Rubis and Onyx to ferry passengers and freight along the waterways of Indochina and cruise on magnificent Halong Bay. Every day, the Emeraude Cruise journeys through one of the world's most dazzling natural wonders and into the sepia realm of a dream. Here, Ha Long

Emeraude Cruise details:
Cabins and suite
Bhaya cruise’s Deluxe cabin (12.5m2) offers all the amenities necessary for you to feel comfortable during your Halong bay junk trip: 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.
The captain’s suite
Also housed on the sundeck and benefiting from the same stunning views is the Captain’s Suite. At nearly 17 square metres, the port-side suite is spacious and comfortable and lined with colonial-era bamboo matting. On the wall, antique maps will help you plot the vessel’s path through the karsts and islands of Halong Bay.
The Emeraude suite
At 19.5 square metres, the luxurious Emeraude Suite is roomy enough for a queen-sized bed, as well as a large sofa and space to entertain, which makes it a favourite with families. Its cream and green colour scheme adds warmth and nostalgia to the wooden fixtures and flooring. A sundeck location on the starboard side and ample windows deliver wide views across the bay. Outside, an adjacent sitting area is the perfect place to enjoy a drink or relax and marvel at the passing scenery.
The Paul roque suite

Cabins & Suites
On the Emeraude, buoyed by one of the world’s most beautiful bays, little things matter. Colonial style brass fans. Hardwood floors. Beadboard walls. And the most comfortable beds on the bay. In every cabin, the rich decor evokes another age, when craftsmanship mattered more than the bottom line.

But make no mistake: The Emeraude makes concessions to the modern era, with air conditioning, electricity and other amenities typical of an upscale hotel room. No need to bring your own hair dryer. We’ve got that. Umbrellas, slippers, bathrobes. We’ve imagined all the contingencies so you’ll be fully prepared to enjoy your cruise.
Cabins 12m2 Suites 25m2

* The Captain’s Suite
* The Suite Emeraude
* The Paul Roque Suite
* Deluxe and Superior Luxury Cabins

Room to relax
Space, privacy and relaxation are themes that run throughout the Emeraude.
On the main and upper decks, there are a number of quiet seating areas. And there’s always an opportunity to stretch out on a sundeck lounger.
The emphasis is always on the bay itself. The aim is to provide true comfort at all times in order to best enjoy the surroundings.

DAY 1
12:00 – 12:15 Register/Check-in at Emeraude Café
12:15 – 12:20 Embarkation
12:20 – 12:25 Captain Raises Anchor
12:25 – 14:30 Cruising Halong Bay
12:45 – 14:00 Vietnamese & International Buffet Lunch
14:00 – 15:00 Free & Easy
15:00 – 16:30 Guided Shore Excursion to Sung Sot Grotto and Floating Village
16:30 – 17:00 Crepe Station on Sundeck
17:00 – 18:00 Kayaks* or Swims
18:00 – 18:30 Vietnamese Fresh Spring Roll Cooking Class (Sundeck)
18:30 – 19:30 Complimentary Canapes on Sundeck
19:30 – 21:00 Vietnamese & European dinner buffet served
21:00 – 22:00 Bills Settlement (Optional)
20:00 – 22:00 Squid Fishing (Seasonal)
20:30 – 23:00 Silver Screen “Indochine”

DAY 2
06:00 – 07:00: Complimentary cafe gourmand served on the Sundeck
06:30 – 07:00: Learn ancient art of Tai Chi on Sundeck
07:00 – 08:00 Leave Luggage/Bags Outside Cabins
07:30 – 09:30 Cruising Halong Bay
07:00 – 08:30 Energizing breakfast served
08:30 – 09:00 Check-Out
09:30 – 10:00 Disembarkation
10:00 – 10:15 Drop Off Point: Emeraude Café

DAY 1
12:00 – 12:15 Register/Check-in at Emeraude Café
12:15 – 12:20 Embarkation
12:20 – 12:25 Captain Raises Anchor
12:25 – 14:30 Cruising Halong Bay
12:45 – 14:00 Vietnamese & International Buffet Lunch
14:00 – 15:00 Free & Easy
15:00 – 16:30 Guided Shore Excursion to Sung Sot Grotto and Floating Village
16:30 – 17:00 Crepe Station on Sundeck
17:00 – 18:00 Kayaks* or Swims
18:00 – 18:30 Vietnamese Fresh Spring Roll Cooking Class (Sundeck)
18:30 – 19:30 Complimentary Canapes on Sundeck
19:30 – 21:00 Vietnamese & European dinner buffet served
21:00 – 22:00 Bills Settlement (Optional)
20:00 – 22:00 Squid Fishing (Seasonal)
20:30 – 23:00 Silver Screen “Indochine”

DAY 2
Rock Climbing, Cruising, Kayaking on Moody Island
06:00 – 07:00 Complimentary cafe gourmand served on the Sundeck
06:30 – 07:00 Learn ancient art of Tai Chi on Sundeck
07:00 – 08:00 Energizing breakfast served
07:45 – 08:00 Transfer to fishing boat
08:15 – 10:15 Cruise through Ha Long Bay to less traveled Lan Ha Bay
10:15 – 11:30 Visit beaches, Archways and Kayaking
11:45 – 12:30 VIP Lunch and transfer to Moody’s Beach
12:30 – 15:15 Rock Climb on Moody’s Beach (option kayaking)
15:20 – 17:15 Cruise through Lan Ha Bay to rejoin Emeraude
18:30 – 19:00 Free Canapes on Sundeck
19:00 – 21:00 Vietnamese & European dinner buffet served
21:00 – 22:00 Bills Settlement (Optional)
20:30 – 23:00 Squid Fishing (Seasonal)
20:30 – 23:00 Silver Screen “Indochine”

DAY 3
06:00 – 07:00: Complimentary cafe gourmand served on the Sundeck
06:30 – 07:00: Learn ancient art of Tai Chi on Sundeck
07:00 – 08:00 Leave Luggage/Bags Outside Cabins
07:30 – 09:30 Cruising Halong Bay
07:00 – 08:30 Energizing breakfast served
08:30 – 09:00 Check-Out
09:30 – 10:00 Disembarkation
10:00 – 10:15 Drop Off Point: Emeraude Café