Era Cruises is a magnificent brand-new steel cruise that assures clients safety and cosmetic makeover. Officially launched in 2017, this Halong Bay luxury cruise believes in making special memories that will last a lifetime when you are on an itinerary to Lan Ha Bay.
The Era has a length of 70m, 04 decks with 18 spacious cabins, and can accommodate up to 50 passengers. The deluxe cruise departs from Tuan Chau Pier in Hai Phong to discover the secret of Cat Ba Island.
Relaxing overnight on the cruise among the stunning Halong seascape will give you an unforgettable memory. Era Cruise is proud of its professional crew and staff team that can meet all of your needs and are willing to support you during your voyage on the best cruise in Halong Bay.
Cabin and Suites
Terrace Suite
- Area: 47m2
- Maximum capacity: 2 adults + 1 child (under 12 years old)
- Highlight facilities: Private sun terrace & Jacuzzi bathtub
Terrace Suite gets 06 cabins with 04 rooms on the first deck and 02 rooms on the second deck. This suite provides twin beds of 1.1m x 2m for each bed and a 9m2 jacuzzi bathtub. High-end facilities are equipped around the cabin to give the best customer support, such as a safe indoor box, cable LCD TV, electronic balance, etc.
Terrace Suite in elegant style
King Terrace
- Area: 53m2
- Maximum capacity: 2 adults + 1 child (under 12 years old)
- Highlight facilities: Private sun terrace & Jacuzzi bathtub
King Terrae has 08 cabins: half on the first floor and others on the second floor. Its private terrace is 9m2 to catch the sun easily in the early morning. A double bed sized 2m x 2m and a 11m2 jacuzzi are arranged conveniently in the cabin. This luxury suite has the most enormous jacuzzi on the cruise. As the Terrace Suite, this King Terrace also has fulfilled equipment. If you are interested in a larger space for your small family at an affordable price, King Terrace is a good choice.
First-class experience at King Terrace Suite
Garden-Sea Family Suite
- Area: 55m2
- Maximum capacity: 3 adults + 1 child (under 12 years old)
- Highlight facilities: Private sun terrace & Jacuzzi bathtub
This family suite has only 02 cabins located on the second deck. It owns a large private sun terrace getting size of 13m2, equipped with sunbathing loungers, a swing, a dining table of four, and tropical vegetation. This suite provides a double bed and a single bed for three adults, adding one child under 12. The luxury facilities and cozy ambiance of this family cruise in Halong make an intimate feeling of home away from home for the whole family.
Garden-Sea Family Suite
The Era Suite
- Area: 74m2
- Maximum capacity: 2 adults
- Highlight facilities: Living room, Private sun terrace & Jacuzzi bathtub
The only 02 Era cabins are set located on the second deck. The most luxurious suite has a 23m2 living room and a 27m2 bedroom. This suite is highly recommended for couples because of its moon bed. Era Suite will definitely bring a romantic vacation onboard for couples with ample space and first-class design.
The Era Suite with unique round bed
Deck Plans
Era Cruise has four decks providing ultra-modern facilities and amenities on board for the best comfort of your entire itinerary.
- The Lower Deck is divided into three parts. The front of the cruise consists of 04 Terrace suites. In the middle are 4 King Terrace suites. Separated from these two-suite rooms is the health room for medical care service. The last part is the space for the lounge at the stern.
- The Middle Deck is where all the room classes of the ship are allocated. The two most luxurious Era Suite cabins at the stern and two spacious Garden-Sea family suites for families at the front. The remaining central location is for King Terrace and Terrace suites. Between these two room types is the fitness center.
- The Top Deck is a complex of entertainment facilities, including a Signature restaurant, Sky-line outdoor bar, shop, and lobby area. All are arranged in harmony and utility. Moreover, two Oceanview family suite rooms occupy one-third of this floor area and are located at the front of the cruise.
- The Sun Deck is a unique deck that receives full sunlight in the middle of Ha Long Bay. On this floor, there are a lot of convenient facilities such as an outdoor bar, sunbath area, ocean bar, and starry cinema to help bring wonderful relaxing experiences on board.
Era Cruises Deck Plan
Highlight Services and Facilities
Era Cruise is always at the forefront of understanding passengers and is willing to develop the best services and facilities to help its guests have a great experience on the Lan Ha Bay cruise.
- Starry mini cinema: Located on the sundeck with 30 soft seats for guests to watch movies on the modern large LED screen during the overnight time on the cruise.
- Galaxy lounge: Designed with a classy interior to make you a comfortable space to enjoy some cups of aromatic tea and have fascinating talks with your fellows.
- Signature restaurant: Located on the Topdeck, the indoor restaurant is equipped with high-end facilities and spectacular views of the giant ocean.
- Skyline bar: An outdoor bar at the stern of the cruise where you can enjoy your cocktails and overlook the beauty of Lan Ha Bay.
- Ocean spa: Stretch your body and mind under spa treatments such as steam, sauna, or massage. Each therapy has a separate area in the spa room.
As one of the most luxurious cruises in Halong Bay, Era Cruise supports tourists with more convenient facilities and services such as Medical care services, Shop, Lobby, and a Fitness center.
Starry Cinema
Food & Drinks
The cuisine onboard is hugely diverse and varies with traditional Vietnamese dishes and delicious seafood of Ha Long Bay. In addition, the Era’s Signature restaurant also serves Western dishes upon request.
If you need a special diet such as vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, etc. please contact the cruise manager for the best service. Here is the menu following your chosen packages:
- 2-day-1-night itinerary: 01 special seafood lunch, 01 Signature dinner, 01 light breakfast (pastries, tea, coffee), 01 brunch
- 3-day-2-night itinerary: 01 special seafood lunch (day 1), 02 Signature dinner, 02 buffet breakfast, 01 Signature set menu lunch (Day 2), 01 brunch
Food Culinary
Regarding beverages, each cabin is served 02 bottled water with fresh fruit, tea, and coffee accessible on the bar. If you want to try more drinks like wine, cocktails, or beer, you need to pay a surcharge based on the menu price.
Itinerary and Highlight Activities
The Era Cruise departs from Tuan Chau Habour, Halong Bay to discover Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island. The 2-day-1-night itinerary will sail through Lan Ha Bay, then Cua Van Village, and Dark & Bright Gotto. For a deeper exploration, a 3-day-2-night itinerary will discover through Viet Hai Village on Day 02. If you want to have a more exciting overnight cruise in Halong, you could choose the longer itinerary.
The cruise map in Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba Island
During your voyage on Era Cruises, you have a chance to take part in a lot of active activities such as:
- Caves and Islets discovery: Find out the secret of caves and islets around the Bay based on their imagined shapes and historical culture over 1000 years.
- Kayaking: Paddle around Ba Trai Dao by a kayak and get your unforgettable experience there.
- Squid Fishing: After completing your dinner, you can try night squid fishing, which is one of the most interesting activities in Halong Bay.
- Tai chi session: Stretch yourself in the early morning under the cruise master’s instruction.
- Cooking class: Try making Vietnamese authentic spring rolls with the cruise chef, then enjoy your dishes.
Moreover, you can do entertainment activities like watching movies, sunbathing onboard, or chatting with your fellows.
Cooking Class on board
Transport from Hanoi
Era Cruise has inter-bus line transportation that provides guests with various luxury cars such as Limousine D-Car; Fuso Limousine Dcar; Ford Transit; Ford Everest. The vehicle is equipped with modern stuff and professional drivers are willing to bring you a safe and enjoyable trip. You can order a transfer service while making your booking.
- Meeting point in Hanoi: The limousine will pick you up from 9.00 - 9.30 during your stay around Hanoi Old Quarter to convey you to Tuan Chau Harbor in Halong.
- Meeting point at Tuan Chau Harbor: if you move to Halong Bay cruise from Hanoi by yourself, please be here before 11.30 to meet your tour guide and get safety guidance. Then transfer to Era Cruise by a tender.
Era Cruises Inter Bus Limousine
BestPrice’s Reviews
First of all, Era cruise is exceptionally concerned about the demands of its guests and is always striving to improve, such as by adding starring movie theaters, sauna massage rooms, and gym centers. The Era also provides clients with the option of enjoying themselves in outdoor and indoor bars.
As a result, according to TripAdvisor, the cruise has received many affirmative reviews since its first launch. It has achieved over 400 reviews, including 351 'excellent' reviews and 34 'good' reviews. Most passengers are satisfied with this cruise itinerary and its facilities.
Experiencing Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay by overnight Era Cruise will definitely bring you a meaningful and unforgettable voyage.
Cruise: 9.6/10
(+) Pros
- Era Cruise's architecture skillfully blends the best of traditional history with a contemporary touch.
- Aside from a feeling of luxury, the magnificent new steel cruise is completely furnished with the most recent safety technologies to improve the cruise experience.
Cabin: 9.7/10
(+) Pros
- A total of 18 opulent staterooms, separated into 4 distinct types, exude a trendy and contemporary ambiance.
- Each cabin comes with a lovely balcony or patio, a private Jacuzzi bathtub, and other amenities.
(-) Cons
- Unstable hot water in jacuzzi and bathtub
Facilities and Services: 9.8/10
(+) Pros
- Your every want is meticulously catered to with impeccable services.
- Show/attraction tickets, daily housekeeping, shoe shine, airport shuttle, and public transportation tickets are among the special services offered (additional charge).
- Access to the internet is available in public spaces.
- The inside is furnished with contemporary conveniences including a wifi network gym, boutique library, observatory, and bar.
- You have access to a rowing boat and a tender for sightseeing.
(-) Cons
- Wifi does not work well in some areas.
Food and Beverage: 9.9/10
(+) Pros
- The Era cruise offers a true feast of Vietnamese cuisine, world cuisines, fresh seafood, and vegetarian menus for vegetarians for the most pleasurable excursions.
- Continental breakfast is an option.
- On request, children's meals, a kid-friendly buffet, and meals for specific diets are offered.
(-) Cons
- Good drinks, such as water bottles and wine or champagne, are available for a fee.
Itineraries and Activities: 9.5/10
(+) Pros
- The second cruise line that goes off of Got Pier every day.
- Customers will be treated to a wealth of exciting seasonal activities as well as culturally stimulating excursions
- Including visits to Dark & Bright Cave, the Cua Van region, Ba Ham Lake, and Ba Trai Dao beach.
(-) Cons
- Transfer time from port to ship via tender is relatively long, takes 40 - 45 minutes.
It took us two nights and three days.
The first day mostly consisted of check-in, a welcome lunch, kayaking and a sea-jumping lesson, and cookery class. From 5:30 to 7 PM, there are happy hours for beverages before dinner is served. Since everyone finishes supper by 8:30, if you don't want to eat early,… More It took us two nights and three days.
The first day mostly consisted of check-in, a welcome lunch, kayaking and a sea-jumping lesson, and cookery class. From 5:30 to 7 PM, there are happy hours for beverages before dinner is served. Since everyone finishes supper by 8:30, if you don't want to eat early, you might wish to bring food to your room.
After breakfast on the second day, we boarded a smaller boat for a tour of a nearby hamlet and island. From the boat, we went kayaking, and then we sailed to a private island where it was just the three of us. It was wonderful that lunch was given on the smaller boat.
In the third day, a cave excursion on a bamboo boat began at 6AM, followed by breakfast at 9AM and check-out. Less
Excellent cruise experience at such a low cost. The entire crew was outstanding. The staff did a fantastic job of organizing everything with a few people.
One night on a cruise is just not enough time to experience anything.
With Era Cruise, it was a wonderful experience. Along with the tour manager Mr. Lee, the staff was very kind and polite and made sure we were comfortable at all times.
Beautiful, roomy accommodations with breathtaking views, friendly staff, delicious vegetarian options, and a very helpful manager, Mr. Lee.
the scene. the spaces. The employees, in particular MR. Lee, who is really dedicated to his work. a must go. worth the money.