Ambassador Cruise
The Ambassador Experience is an experience par excellence. Step aboard this sumptuous floating Ambassador Cruise as it glides through the world’s most magnificent seascape, with Michelin star dining, jazz band entertainment, your own private butler, and the most generous cabins found anywhere in Halong Bay.
The 46-cabin cruise ship enjoys two capacious sundecks with wrap-around views, an outdoor Jacuzzi from which to gaze at evening sunsets, and an onboard spa from renowned Vietnamese wellness group Kaia.
As you glide through this magnificent seascape, The Ambassador Journey will unfold before your eyes. Allow us to lead you through our handcrafted experiences and discover a wealth of culture hidden amongst the limestone karsts. Uncover Cua Van floating village, where the fisherman families lead a serene and unencumbered life. Delve into mythical caves, explore pearl farms, and climb to island peaks to marvel at the sheer majesty of the bay from above.
Vietnam’s Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Sites: An unmissable and world-famous destination. Ambassador Cruise is the only ship in the bay to offer everything that will ensure an outstanding and unforgettable experience. Welcome aboard the grandest ship in Halong Bay!
Highlights
- The grandest ship in Halong Bay with selection of onboard entertainment, premium facilities, and elegant cabin design.
- Innovative Michelin star dining comes as standard with over 40 dishes crafted by world-famous celebrity chef John Burton-Race.
- Find your corner and craft your experience.
- Evening entertainment not found anywhere else with a Brazilian jazz duo to set the night alight in the elegant piano bar.
- The first on Halong Bay to feature an elevator system catering to people with disabilities and the elderly.
- Sunrise Tai Chi classes, cooking lessons, kayaking excursions and squid fishing inlucuded in the cruise package.
Itinerary:
- Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay.
With almost three days spent in Halong Bay, our 3-day 2-night cruises are the preferred way to see the bay. Enjoy a wealth of excursions that fully explore all the different activity options in Halong Bay, including spectacular caves, island climbing and floating village visits.
It takes only about 2.5 hours from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Tuan Chau Harbor where the Ambassador Cruise awaits you. Round-trip transportation is on request with additional surcharge.
11:30: Arrival in Tuan Chau Island – Ambassador Cruises Private Pontoon.
11:45: Welcome drinks and snack, cruise information and check-in.
12:15 – 13:30 Lunch will be served while Ambassador cruises toward Halong Bay. You will pass the famous Fighting Cocks Islet, and Thien Cung and Dau Go Caves.
14:30: Your first stop of the day is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, where you can take in the panoramic views across Halong Bay after visiting the cave.
15:30 – 16:30: Cruise to Ho Dong Tien area. Afternoon tea on the sundeck. Enjoy a spa treatment* or pamper yourself at sundeck swimming pool.
17:30 – 18:15: Cooking demonstration on the sundeck.
Anchor at Coconut Tree Island for overnight stay.
17:45 – 18:45: Happy Hour on the sundeck*.
19:15: Dinner is served at the restaurant. Savour a delicious dinner at President’s Restaurant or chooses a special spot anywhere else on board to dine. After dinner, indulge in drinks and squid fishing, a spa treatment. You will spend the night on boat.* Additional charges
- Day 2: Halong Bay.
06:30: Tai Chi on the sundeck.
07:00 – 08:30: Coffee & tea with freshly baked pastries. Breakfast at the restaurant.
08:45: Transfer to day boat.
09:00: Ti Top Island (1 hour).
10:15: Explore Tung Sau Pearl Farm with kayaking option.
12:00: Lunch at the restaurant.
14:00: Cua Van Fishing Village.
15:30: Return to President Cruise.
17:15: Cooking demonstration on the sundeck.
17:45 – 18:45: Happy Hour on the sundeck*.
19:15: Second Dinner is served at the restaurant.
21:00: Happy Hour on the sundeck/ Enjoy a spa treatment*.* Additional charges
- Day 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi.
06:30: Tai Chi on the sundeck.
07:00 – 9.30: Breakfast is served to revitalise you for the day ahead. On the way back to Harbour, you will pass by Thien Cung and Dau Go Caves and the Fighting Cocks Islet. The cruise receptionists will assist you check out and settle your bill.
10:30 – 10.45: Return to Tuan Chau Marina.
11:00 – 11:30: Meet your driver, leave Halong Bay for Hanoi.
2 days 1 night:
- Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay.
Discover the secrets of Halong Bay onboard Ambassador Cruises: a sleek modern boat that defines sophistication. On your 2-Day, 1-Night cruise, you’ll experience exceptional service, sumptuous food and beautiful cabins that rival this stunning World Heritage site.
It takes only about 2.5 hours from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Tuan Chau Harbor where the Ambassador Cruise awaits you. Round-trip transportation is on request with additional surcharge.
11:30: Arrival in Tuan Chau Island – Ambassador Cruises Private Pontoon.
11:45: Welcome drinks and snack, cruise information and check-in.
12:15 – 13:30 Lunch will be served while Ambassador cruises toward Halong Bay. You will pass the famous Fighting Cocks Islet, and Thien Cung and Dau Go Caves.
14:30: Your first stop of the day is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, where you can take in the panoramic views across Halong Bay after visiting the cave.
15:30 – 16:30: Cruise to Ho Dong Tien area. Afternoon tea on the sundeck. Enjoy a spa treatment* or pamper yourself at sundeck swimming pool.
17:30 – 18:15: Cooking demonstration on the sundeck.
Anchor at Coconut Tree Island for overnight stay.
17:45 – 18:45: Happy Hour on the sundeck*.
19:15: Dinner is served at the restaurant. Savour a delicious dinner at President’s Restaurant or chooses a special spot anywhere else on board to dine. After dinner, indulge in drinks and squid fishing, a spa treatment. You will spend the night on boat.* Additional charges
- Day 2: Halong Bay – Hanoi.
06:30: Tai Chi on the sundeck.
07:00: Coffee & tea with freshly baked pastries in the restaurant.
07:40: Visit Ti Top Island where you can go swimming or hike to the top for another stunning, panoramic view of the Bay or Kayaking* option at Luon Cave.
09:00: Breakfast at the restaurant.
10:00: Bill settlements.
10:30 – 10.45: Return to Tuan Chau Marina.
11:00 – 11:30: Meet your driver, leave Halong Bay for Hanoi.* Additional charges
