Starlight Cruise
STRARLIGHT CRUISE |
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Launching time: |
Sept 2013 |
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Star rating: |
***** |
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Itinerary: |
Halong Cruise 2 Days 1 Night |
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Halong Cruise 2 Days 1 Night |
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OUR UNIQUE SELLING POINTS |
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Largest room size among cruises of similar standard (22 m2 for Deluxe & Executive, 50 m2 for Suites) |
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Private in-room double Jacuzzi with view of Halong Bay |
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Wine Cellar stocked with various types of international wines |
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Currently the only ship that is double-shelled (double sides, double bottoms) à Enhanced safety |
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Wide and free Front Deck for viewing & photo shooting (not blocked by anchor system) |
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On-board mini golf |
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FACTS & FIGURES |
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Total Length: |
58 m |
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Total Width: |
10.72 m |
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Depth: |
3.15 m |
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Engine: |
YANMAR 330 hp |
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Generator: |
03 DENYO (150 KVA, 60 KVA, 45 KVA) |
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Crew: |
46 |
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Number of cabins: |
32 |
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TRANSPORTATION |
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Shuttle bus service: |
Daily departure, pick up available at Clients’ hotels within City Center. |
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Private Car service: |
Available upon request |
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CHECKIN / CHECKOUT |
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Check in time: |
13:00 pm |
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Check out time: |
11:30 am |
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CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED |
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Visa, Master, American Express, Diners Club |
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LANGUAGE SPOKEN |
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English, French, Vietnamese |
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PUBLIC AREA |
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Welcome Hall: |
Nicely set-up to give guests a warm welcome. |
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Restaurant |
Total Area of 350 m2, including performing stage, bar, viewing front deck and balcony, indoor area is surrounded with panoramic windows for great Bay view. |
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Bar & Lounge |
50 m2, lounge, book library, souvenirs, board games. |
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Starlight Terrace |
78.5 m2 including a bar and a barbecue kitchen, great place for sunset cocktail & BBQ dinner. |
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Wine Cellar |
Various wines are on display. Karaoke bar and disco floor with total sound insulation system. Great place for wine lovers. |
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Front Deck |
Wide open, non-occupied front deck for great views of the Bay, and photo shootings. |
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Sundeck |
320 m2 of open space for sunbathing, Taichi lesson, mini golf. |
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Swimming Deck |
Separate swimming deck. |
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ACTIVITIES ON BOARD |
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Kayaking Rowing basket boat Caving Swimming Cooking lesson Taichi Mini Golf |
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CABINS AMENITIES |
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Individually controlled air-conditioning TV with plugged-in USB Stocked mini-bar/snack In-house phone Slippers Life vests Safety box Wardrobe |
Bathroom Private Jacuzzi Stand shower Bath robe Bathroom amenities Toilet Hair dryer Electric shaver outlet |
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Fire extinguisher / Smoke detector |
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SERVICES AND FACILITIES |
SEMINARS AND SPECIAL EVENTS |
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Reception |
Fashion show |
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Library |
Traditional & modern live music |
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Board games |
Dance performances |
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Room Service 24/24 hours |
Wedding/ birthday anniversary |
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Massage: Traditional foot & body |
Beach party |
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24-hour security |
In-cave party |
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Doctor on call Dial up internet connection Luggage storage facility Boutique Conference & meeting facilities |
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MEETING & CONFERENCE FACILITIES |
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Projector / Screen |
Microphone |
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Laptop / computer |
Office stationery |
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DVD / VCD |
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ACCOMMADATION |
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Cabin type |
Number of cabin |
Area |
Balcony |
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Deluxe |
12 |
22 m2 |
No |
First Deck |
4.4m x 5m |
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Executive |
18 |
22 m2 |
No |
Second Deck |
4.4m x 5m |
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Suite |
2 |
50 m2 |
Yes |
Third Deck |
5m x 10m |
Starlight Cruise on Ha Long Bay
(2 Days/1 Night on Cruise*****)
Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long bay |
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07:30 – 08.00: |
Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi by shuttle bus to Halong bay. |
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Note: We also arange pick up from Ninh Binh or any other places by hiring a private transfer. |
10.00 - 10.30: |
Stopover on the way for refreshments |
12:00 – 12:30: |
Embark Starlight Cruise. Enjoy welcome drink, get a brief introduction about |
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cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin. |
12:30 – 14.30: |
Have lunch while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating |
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rock formations in the bay. |
14.30 – 15.15: |
Arrive at Van Gia fishing village, take rowing boat through the village. |
15.15 – 16.30: |
Continue our exploration to the only pearl farm in the north of Vietnam to |
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understand pearl farming and what makes a good pearl. |
Optional: |
Instead of pearl farm visiting, you can enjoy swimming in the emerald clear water |
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of Halong Bay. |
16.30 - 17.00: |
Prepare to anchoring on the magnificent scenery of the bay. |
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17.00 - 18.30: |
Happy hours with free finger food and various drinks on discounts. Playing mini |
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golf on the top deck or taking a part in a cooking demonstration and food décor |
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with our Chef. |
19.00 – 21.00: |
Have dinner on Cruise. |
Optional: |
You are free to fix time & select your suitable place for your private dinner with |
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service charge of 10$ per table. |
21.00 – O/N: |
Relax and overnight in your private cabin on the Cruise. |
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or you can join fishing with the crew members or sing karaoke. |
Day 2: HaLong Bay - Hanoi |
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06.30 – 07.00: |
Enjoy Taichi lesson on the top Sundeck with fresh air in the early morning. |
07.00 – 07.45: |
Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Have breakfast. |
07.45 – 09.30: |
We offer 2 options for the second day |
Option 1: |
Visit Sung Sot Cave (also called Surprising Cave) - one of the biggest & largest |
Option 2: |
Visit Titop Island – the most amazing view in Halong bay. Have a lucky |
Option 3: |
Get your hand on some kayaking to explore hidden parts of the bay. |
09.30 – 10.20: |
Check out your cabin. Continue exploring Halong Bay’s 2000 islets including the |
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Cock-fighting, Human Head Islet while cruising back to the harbour. |
10.20 – 11.40: |
Have lunch on Cruise. |
11.40 – 12.00: |
Disembark & transfer to Hanoi at around 16:00. The trip ends. |
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Note: You can go directly to Ninh Binh instead of coming back Hanoi by hiring |
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a private car with extra payment @ US$40/ per person (Upon request). |
Peak season surcharge:
+ Christmas 24th Dec, New Year Eve 31st Dec & Lunar New Year’s Eve - Surcharge US$ 35/ per person.
Children Policy:
+ Child under 06 yrs old: F.O.C, sharing cabin with parents without extra bed (free baby-cot is available)
+ Child from 06 to under 11 years old: 75 % adult`s cost (sharing cabin with parents with extra bed)
+ Child over 12 yrs old: 100% adult`s cost (sharing cabin with parents with extra bed)
What to bring:
We suggest a small, lightweight daypack for cameras, extra film, mineral water, swimming gear, insect repellents, original passports, credit card and cash.
Inclusions:
+ Meals on-board
+ Entrance fees, taxes and service charge
+ English speaking guide
+ Luxury accommodation with A/C, bathtub & shower, mini bar
+ Exclusive cruise through Halong Bay
+ Welcome drink
+ Sunrise Tai Chi demonstration
+ Starlight Cruise’s special gift
+ Insurance on-board
Exclusions:
+ Shutle bus pick up from your hotel in Hanoi - round trip @ US$30/ per person
+ Pick up from Ninh Binh by private transfer @ 40USD/ per person/ one way.
+ Kayak fee on 2nd day (US$10/ per pax)
+ Drinks
+ Tips and gratuities
+ Private dinner with service charge of US$10/ per table.
Note: |
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The above cruise itinerary is subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating |
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conditions without prior notice. Please get final information from our sales staff before |
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your date of cruise. |
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Promotion might be applied, inclusions and exclusions might be change – you will be |
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informed of changes upon booking. |
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For safety reasons, these below visitors are not recommended to cruise overnight in |
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Halong Bay. |
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Person with disability: |
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physical or sensory |
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Person who has symptoms of hallucinations, sleepwalking, fear of being enclosed, epilepsy |
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Person who is older than 80 |
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Person who is overweight (>120kg) |
Starlight Cruise on Ha Long Bay
(3 Days/2 Nights on Cruise*****)
Day 1: Hanoi – Halong bay |
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07:30 – 08.00: |
Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi by shuttle bus to Halong bay. |
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Note: We also arange pick up from Ninh Binh or any places by hiring |
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a private transfer. |
10.00 - 10.30: |
Stopover on the way for refreshments |
12:00 – 12:30: |
Embark Starlight Cruise. Enjoy welcome drink, get a brief introduction about |
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cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin. |
12:30 – 14.30: |
Have lunch while cruising in the magnificent scenery in Halong Bay, admiring |
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the fascinating rock formations in the bay. |
14.30 – 15.15: |
Arrive at Van Gia fishing village, take rowing boat through the village. |
15.15 – 16.30: |
Continue to explore the pearl farm and what makes an excellent pearl. After |
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visiting the pearl farm, you can enjoy swimming in the fresh & clear emerald |
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water of Halong Bay, kayaking, relaxing, or playing mini-golf on the top deck. |
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16.30 - 17.30: |
Prepare to anchoring cruise on the nice scenic of the bay. |
17.30 - 19.00: |
Happy hours with free cocktails, finger food & various drinks on discounts. |
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or taking a part in a cooking demonstration and food décor lessons with |
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our Chef. |
19.00 – 21.00: |
Have dinner on boat. You are free to fix time and select your suitable place |
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for your private dinner. |
21.00 – O/N: |
Relax and overnight in your private cabin on the Cruise. |
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or you can join fishing with the crew members or sing karaoke. |
Day 2: Halong Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay – Cap La floating village. |
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06.30 – 07.30: |
Enjoy Taichi lesson on sundeck |
07.30 – 08.30: |
Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea, offee, biscuits & fruits. |
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Have breakfast. |
08.30 – 09.30: |
Transfer to our small boat to cruise to Bai Tu Long Bay – the most stunning |
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scenery of all three beautiful bays of The Gulf of Tonkin. |
09.30 – 10.15: |
Arrive to Cap La floating village where you can experience the daily life of the |
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fishermen and their family. |
10.15 – 10.45: |
Join with the fishermen for a catching experience. |
10.45 – 12.00: |
Spend the time by kayaking to explore the magnificent area before going back to |
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boat for a delicious seafood lunch. |
12.00 – 13.30: |
Have lunch and relax on the boat. |
13.30 – 15.30: |
Continue to explore one of the most beautiful caves by kayaking on the bay. |
15.30 - 17.30: |
Cruise back to the Starlight ship for a recreation. |
17.30 – 19 00: |
Happy hours with free cocktails, finger food & various drinks on discounts. |
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Or taking a part in a cooking demonstration and food décor lessons with |
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our Chef. |
19.00 – 21.00: |
Have dinner on boat. You are free to fix time and select your suitable place |
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for your private dinner. |
21.00 – O/N: |
Relax and overnight in your private cabin on the Cruise. |
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or you can join fishing with the crew members or sing karaoke. |
Day 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi |
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06.30 – 07.00: |
Enjoy Taichi lesson on the top Sundeck. |
07.00 – 08.00: |
Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea, offee, biscuits & fruits. |
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Have breakfast. |
08.00 – 09.30: |
We offer 2 options for the 3nd day. |
Option 1: |
Visit Sung Sot Cave (called Surprising Cave) – one of the biggest & largest |
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caves in Halong bay. |
Option 2: |
Visit Titop Island – the most amazing view in Halong bay. Have a lucky |
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chance to take a photo. |
09.30 – 10.20: |
Start cruising back to harbour through Human Head island & Bai Tu Long bay. |
10.20 – 11.40: |
Prepare to check out and have lunch. |
11.40 – 12.00: |
Disembark & transfer to Hanoi at around 16:00. The trip ends. |
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Note: You can go directly to Ninh Binh instead of coming back Hanoi by hiring |
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a private car with extra payment @ US$40/ per person (Upon request). |
Peak season surcharge:
+ Christmas 24th Dec, New Year Eve 31st Dec & Lunar New Year’s Eve - Surcharge US$ 35/ per person.
Children Policy:
+ Child under 06 yrs old: F.O.C, sharing cabin with parents without extra bed (free baby-cot is available)
+ Child from 06 to under 11 years old: 75 % adult`s cost (sharing cabin with parents with extra bed)
+ Child over 12 yrs old: 100% adult`s cost (sharing cabin with parents with extra bed)
What to bring:
We suggest a small, lightweight daypack for cameras, extra film, mineral water, swimming gear, insect repellents, original passports, credit card and cash.
Inclusions:
+ Meals on-board
+ Entrance fees, taxes and service charge
+ English speaking guide
+ Luxury accommodation with A/C, bathtub & shower, mini bar
+ Exclusive cruise through Halong Bay
+ Welcome drink
+ Sunrise Tai Chi demonstration
+ Starlight Cruise’s special gift
+ Insurance on-board
Exclusions:
+ Shutle bus pick up from your hotel in Hanoi - round trip @ US$30/ per person
+ Pick up from Ninh Binh by private transfer @ 40USD/ per person/ one way.
+ Kayak fee on 2nd day (US$10/ per pax)
+ Drinks
+ Tips and gratuities
+ Private dinner with service charge of US$10/ per table.
Note: |
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+ |
The above cruise itinerary is subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating |
|
conditions without prior notice. Please get final information from our sales staff before |
|
your date of cruise. |
+ |
Promotion might be applied, inclusions and exclusions might be change – you will be |
|
informed of changes upon booking. |
+ |
For safety reasons, these below visitors are not recommended to cruise overnight in |
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Halong Bay. |
|
|
Person with disability: |
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1 |
physical or sensory |
2 |
Person who has symptoms of hallucinations, sleepwalking, fear of being enclosed, epilepsy |
3 |
Person who is older than 80 |
4 |
Person who is overweight (>120kg) |
Price per person in USD for 2 Days/ 1 Night on Star Light Cruise 5 stars
No of Group |
Valid from 1st Jan - 30th April & 1st Oct to 31st Dec. 2014 |
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No of Cabin |
Area |
Balcony |
Location |
2 |
4 |
Extra bed |
Single |
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Deluxe |
12 |
22 m2 |
No |
First |
225 |
220 |
+75 |
+105 |
4.4m x 5m |
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Executive |
18 |
22 m2 |
No |
Second Deck |
235 |
230 |
+75 |
+105 |
4.4m x 5m |
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Suite |
2 |
50 m2 |
Yes |
Third |
295 |
290 |
+75 |
+130 |
5m x 10m
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Price per person in USD for 3 Days/ 2 Nights on Star Light Cruise 5 stars
No of Group |
Valid from 1st Jan - 30th April & 1st Oct - 31st Dec. 2014 |
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No of Cabin |
Area |
Balcony |
Location |
2 |
4 |
Extra bed |
Single |
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Deluxe |
12 |
22 m2 |
No |
First |
425 |
420 |
+150 |
+165 |
4.4m x 5m |
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Executive |
18 |
22 m2 |
No |
Second Deck |
475 |
470 |
+160 |
+195 |
4.4m x 5m |
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Suite |
2 |
50 m2 |
Yes |
Third |
585 |
580 |
+210 |
+205 |
5m x 10m
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