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Grand Pioneers Cruise - Explorer's Journey 3 Days 2 Nights
Tuan Chau Cruise Port, Halong City, Quang Ninh
9.5Excellent - 64 reviews

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Grand Pioneers Cruise - Explorer's Journey 3 Days 2 Nights

Tuan Chau Cruise Port, Halong City, Quang Ninh
9.5Excellent - 64 reviews
Launched in 2023
55 Cabins
Why choose Grand Pioneers (Essence Grand) Cruise?
  • Brand-new super yacht in Halong Bay with 07 huge decks

  • Endless entertainment: swimming pool, sky bar, wine cellar, 3D golf course, poker, karaoke, game & movie room

  • The grandest overnight ship offering the largest cabin number and size

  • The most spacious Owner Suite with a 150m2 stateroom and a 200m2 terrace

Cabin & Rates

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Ocean Suite

Ocean Suite

2 pax
30.0 m2
Double / Twin
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Ocean Balcony Suite

Ocean Balcony Suite

2 pax
40.0 m2
Double / Twin
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Ocean Suite Triple

Ocean Suite Triple

3 pax
43.0 m2
Triple
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Veranda Suite

Veranda Suite

2 pax
40.0 m2
Double / Twin
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

2 pax
40.0 m2
Double / Twin
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Essence Suite

Essence Suite

2 pax
80.0 m2
Double / Twin
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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The Oceania Suite

The Oceania Suite

2 pax
95.0 m2
Round
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Owner's Suite

Owner's Suite

2 pax
150.0 m2
Double / Twin
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Pearl Suite

Pearl Suite

2 pax
42.0 m2
Round
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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The Signature Suite

The Signature Suite

2 pax
50.0 m2
Double
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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The President Suite

The President Suite

2 pax
109.0 m2
Double
  • Free cancellation
  • All board - meals included
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Booking Policy
Price Includes
  • Fully equipped luxury en-suite guestroom with chilled water central air-con and marble bathroom
  • All meals onboard (2 days/ 1night: 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast, 1 brunch; 3 days/2 nights: 2 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, 1 brunch)
  • Tender - speedboat transfers
  • Welcome drink
  • Daily mineral water
  • Canapes service during Happy Hour
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Tai chi, gym, four seasons and salt water swimming pool, table soccer, kid’s club, family entertainment room and 3D golf simulator
  • Activities: Entrance tickets to visiting spots, squid fishing
  • Internet & TV
  • English and Vietnamese speaking guides
  • VAT tax included in room rates
Price Excludes
  • Transportation: Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi
  • Additional beverages not listed in the cruise price
  • Spa and massage services
  • Karaoke, cigar lounge, use of conference facilities
  • Activities: kayaking
  • Tips and other personal expenses
  • All other services not clearly mentioned above
  • Note: Surcharges will be applied during the Christmas and New Year’s Eve periods and over the Vietnamese Tet Lunar New Year
Cancellation Policy
  • More than 21 days before check-in: FREE of charge
  • From 11 to 20 days before check-in: 30% of total rates
  • From 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
  • Less than 7 days before check-in & no Show: 100% of total rates

If the cancellation be announced by the Management Board of Halong Bay, depend on the timing of the cancellation, following policies will be applied:

  • Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (none of the services has been used): 100% refund.
  • During the trip (some services have been used: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
  • The trip be cut down from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged a 2 days/1 night trip, plus other used services, the rest will be refunded.
  • The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
Children Policy
  • Under 5 years old: Children under 5 years old sharing a full price room with adults: Free of charge (limited to 1 child/1 room). From the 2nd child: surcharged at VND 3,500,000/ child (sharing bed with parent)
  • From 5 to 11 years old: charged 65% adult ( sharing bed ), 90% adult ( extra bed )
  • Above 11 years old : adult rate will be charge
  • Charged at 40% on double room for the third person using an extra bed.

Cruise Itineraries

Grand Pioneers (Essence Grand) Cruise Map
2 days
Explorer's Journey 3 days
Legacy Journey 3 days
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave
Day 2: Trinh Nu Cave - Drum Cave - Pearl Farm
Day 3: Luon Cave - Tuan Chau Marina - Hanoi
Last update 06/10/2025
  • PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

About Grand Pioneers (Essence Grand) Cruise

Launched in 2023, Grand Pioneers, formerly Essence Grand Cruise, is the largest luxury vessel in Halong Bay, which promises to provide an extraordinary opportunity for those who seek an authentic 6-star overnight cruising experience. This cruise provides 07 huge decks, 12 special utilities, 55 cabins, and a high capacity of 320 guests. 

On May 21, 2024, Essence Grand Cruise officially changed its name to Grand Pioneers Cruise, using a new brand development approach, positioning themselves as the pioneers of the "Legacy Journey." Amidst the magnificent wonders of nature in Halong Bay & Bai Tu Long Bay, this high-class cruise will lead the voyage along the national coast and extend further around the world.

Facilities & Deck Plan

There are two luxury vessels named Grand Pioneers I and Grand Pioneers II to meet the ongoing demand of travelers for high-class service, each with different deck plans.

Grand Pioneers I (55 cabins)

Grand I has 7 decks with a variety of amenities that can accommodate up to 160 passengers onboard:

The bottom deck is a suitable area for 02 karaoke rooms, 02 billiards & 3D golf room.

1st floor (Wellness Deck) includes 06 cabins (Ocean & Ocean Triple Suite); and a range of facilities including reception, 02 elevators, a security room, a medical center, a Family Entertainment room, a Kids Club, a Spa, a Gym, and a Meeting Room.

2nd floor (Pool Deck) is where the 16 suites (Ocean Balcony and Veranda), the Pool, Pool Bar, Cigar & Wine Lounge, Entertainment Room, and Private Dining Room are located.

3rd floor (Essence Deck) features 18 suites (Ocean Balcony, Executive, 01 Oceania at the rear, and 01 Owner’s Suite at the front).

4th floor (Panorama Deck) is for 14 suites (02 Essence at the back, and the remaining Ocean Balcony & Executive).

Ocean Suites have floor-to-ceiling windows. Ocean Balcony Suites stay on both the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th decks with partial view balconies. Veranda and Executive Suites have full-view private balconies of 5m2.

Essence Suites have 20m2 private terraces while Oceania Suites don't have a terrace but a larger size (95m2) with panoramic windows. Owner Suite has the largest cabin size of 150m2 with a 200m2 terrace.

5th floor (Gourmet Deck) is designed for the Dining by the Bay Restaurant and Open Kitchen.

6th floor (Sky Deck), offers an open-air sundeck for Sky Bar, a wonderful spot to enjoy the gorgeous bay from high up.

Grand Pioneers I Deck Plan

The Deck Plan of Grand Pioneers I

Grand Pioneers II (53 cabins)

Same as Grand I, Grand II Cruise has the same number of 7 decks.

The bottom deck has 02 karaoke rooms and a Cinema room. The 1st (Serenity), 5th (Gastronomy) & 6th (Majestic) floors have the same layout as Grand I, except for a new gift shop on the 1st floor.

2nd floor (Crystal Oasis) is the pool area and 19 suites (Ocean Balcony, Veranda, 02 Pearl Suites, and the only President Suite).

3rd floor (Lavish) includes a Bay View Restaurant, Cigar & Wine Lounge at the back; a Private Dining Room & Jacuzzi deck at the front; in the middle are 14 suites (Ocean Balcony, Executive, and 02 Essence Suites).

4th floor provides a Wheelhouse & Terrace area, 14 suites (the remaining Ocean Balcony and Executive Suites and 02 Essence Suites at the deck's rear)

The Pearl Suites (42m2) only have bay view windows. Signature and Essence Suites both have private balconies with the size as follows: 9m2 and 20m2. The President Suite (109m2) is the largest cabin on board.

Grand Pioneers II Deck Plan

The Deck Plan of Grand Pioneers II

Service & Activities

Passengers embarking on the 2-day-1-night cruise will tackle a thoughtfully planned itinerary, allowing them to discover the marvels of Ha Long Bay. This includes visits to renowned sites like Sung Sot Cave and Luon Cave.

For those opting for the 3-day-2-night trip, the unique adventure will bring you to both Bai Tu Long Bay and Halong Bay and encompass stunning attractions such as Thien Canh Son Cave, Cap La, Vung Vieng Village, Da Xep Nature Park, Titop Island, and more.

Regardless of the chosen tour, an unforgettable experience awaits on this extraordinary 6-star overnight cruise.  

Explore Sung Sot Cave

The 1st day of the itinerary allows approximately one hour to explore Sung Sot Cave, an enchanting site where you can delve into captivating legends and myths. Immerse yourself in the diverse and abundant natural beauty that this cave presents, creating a truly mesmerizing experience.

Inside The Magnificent Sung Sot Cave

Inside The Magnificent Sung Sot Cave

Discover Luon Cave

On the last day of the 2d1n itinerary, an opportunity awaits to explore Luon Cave. Delve into the captivating legends and myths while immersing yourself in the abundant natural biodiversity on a rowing boat.

Spend time in Thien Canh Son Cave

On the 3-day itinerary, you will take time to visit this remarkable cave on the 1st day, which offers a unique and contrasting experience, where you can witness the awe-inspiring formations of stalactites and stalagmites. 

Visit Da Chong Nature Park

On the 2nd day of the 3-day schedule, guests will visit one of the most spectacular and pristine areas of the bay - Da Chong Nature Park. This attraction is a fascinating outdoor geological museum that has existed for more than 320 million years.

Explore Vung Vieng Floating Village

After the nature park, a visit to this floating village will bring you a valuable chance to take a look at the interesting lifestyle of the fisherman in the middle of the sea and enjoy the fresh atmosphere of the area.

Spa and massage

Spa

  • Price: From US $10.5/ service
  • Duration: 30 - 75 minutes/ session

Professional masseuses with age-old techniques are perfected by Vietnamese people. You will have a chance to experience a soothing massage and hot stone body treatment with 6-star standards, we also have a couple of services to make the passengers’ experience more perfect. 

Food & Drink

Grand Pioneers Cruise offers a delightful dining experience that will satisfy your taste buds. You can indulge in mouthwatering meals carefully crafted to offer a diverse range of flavors.

The usual meal serving hours are as follows: breakfast is served starting at 6:30, you can enjoy brunch at 9:30, lunch is available around 12:00, and dinner is typically served around 19:00.

Note: If you have any special dietary needs, please let us know since the crew team always customizes to meet your demands. This cruise can offer Halal menus, Indian, vegan, and kids' menus.

Relaxing Ambiance for Couples

Enjoy a high-class dining experience

Drink

As part of the package, guests will receive two complimentary bottles of mineral water per day. However, any additional beverages not included in the cruise price will be charged separately. The prices for these beverages can be found on the bar menu and will be billed accordingly.

  • Alcohol: From US $53/ bottle & US $10.5/ shot
  • Cocktail: From US $8.5/ glass
  • Non-alcohol: From US $3/ item

Delight in a wide array of refreshing flavors from our extensive alcohol selection, featuring spirits such as whisky, rum, gin, vodka, and more. 

For those who prefer non-alcoholic options, indulge in a glass of mocktails, fruit juice, smoothies, hot drinks, water, and a variety of soft drinks. We offer a diverse range of beverage choices to cater to every guest's preferences and ensure a satisfying experience.

Transportation

Departing from Hanoi

For your convenience, the bus will pick you up from your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter between 8:00 and 8:45. You will enjoy a comfortable journey to Tuan Chau Port in Halong City in a 9-16 seat limousine.

Departing on your own

If you are arranging your own transportation, arriving at the designated waiting station for Grand Pioneers before 11:30 is important for check-in on time.

Waiting Lounge in Tuan Chau Marina

The Waiting Lounge in Tuan Chau Marina

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating

Based on 62 customer's reviews

9.6
Excellent
Traveler rating
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Score breakdown
  • Cruise quality9.7
  • Food/Drink9.2
  • Cabin quality9.5
  • Staff quality9.9
  • Enter/act9.5
9.6
Excellent- Ms. Miller
United StatesUnited States
23/08/2025

We are so grateful to you and the incredible care you provided to us on our first trip to Halong Bay. I honestly don’t know what we would have done without you! It felt like we had a best friend or family member there to set everything up for us. Thank you!!!
You're taking such good care of us! We wish we could have thanked you in person!

9.1
Excellent- Janette G
NetherlandsNetherlands
20/08/2025
The cruise is fabulous

Honestly, if you’re looking to book anything in Vietnam and want someone who’s on the ball, warm, and truly helpful – get in touch with My Uyen. She’s delightful.

The only thing I’d flag – if you’re not into crowds or heavy tourist spots, maybe skip the Sung Sot Cave excursion. It’s beautiful but very busy. Everything else felt much more peaceful and well-curated.

9.5
Excellent- Beatrice E
United StatesUnited States
13/08/2025

We were thrilled with the experience of booking through Ms. My Uyen at BestPrice Travel. Her communication was clear, prompt (even with the timezone lag), and incredibly helpful. She made what could’ve been a stressful last-minute scramble feel easy and genuinely enjoyable.
The boat itself is stunning… More

9.7
Excellent- Mr.Sandler
Korea, SouthKorea, South
06/08/2025

Our family booked a cruise (2N3D) at Ha Long Bay with Besprice Travel. Planning for our first-time visit to Halong Bay was challenging due to the abundance of outdated itineraries, misleading information, and confusion. One of the best decisions I made was to work with the BestPrice Travel team. Ms.… More

Large deck
Gym room
Sunset
Meeting room
9.6
Excellent- Morris S
AustraliaAustralia
02/08/2025

The cruise has been wonderful! The staff are so friendly. We had “Happy” take us on our excursion yesterday. She was really great! All the staff have been good. Food is delicious, and last night they gave us extra. Rooms are large, clean, and well decorated.
The kayaks we did yesterday were fun, and we had the cave and beach all to ourselves.

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Questions & Answers (11)

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19/07/2025

What activities do you have on board a two day one night cruise? Do you do squiding, kayaking? Please reply soon as I m considering coming next week.

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20/07/2025

Both activities you mention are included, you can read more detail in itinerary tab

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15/07/2025

Toi ten la Tuan dang o HOA KY, toi muon lien lac voi van phong de biet them chi tiet. Toi muon hoi ve tour Ha Noi - Ha Long Bay 3 ngay 2dem. Thanh that cam on

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15/07/2025
@Tra Anh Tuan:

Team kinh doanh bên mình sẽ liên hệ với bạn nhé.

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06/06/2025

Hello! I would like to book a room from June 22 to June 24. May I ask if the booking includes a shuttle service from Hanoi city center to Ha Long Bay?

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06/06/2025
@Ms ho:

Our rate havent included bus yet, you can add bus on the booking step.

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03/06/2025

Is multiple entry visa required for one night cruise? we will come from Hanoi. Arraival Hanoi airport airport and departure Hanoi airport.

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03/06/2025
@Kannan Rajagopal:

No Single entry for Halong is enough.

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07/05/2025

Hello, we would like to book a Ha Long Bay cruise from June 23rd to June 25th. I would like to ask if there is a shuttle service available to Hanoi Airport after disembarking from the cruise on June 25th. Our flight is at 18:20 in the evening. Will we be able to make it on time?

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07/05/2025
@stacy ho:
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