Designed exclusively for day journeys exploring the heritage bay, Explora offers guests closer access to the core landscapes of Ha Long Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay through the “Legacy Journey” itinerary pioneered by Grand Pioneers Cruises.

Departing from the Titov area, the cruise passes a series of iconic limestone formations including Dau Nguoi Islet, Yen Ngua Islet, Rong Islet, and Con Voi Islet. Throughout the journey, guests can also enjoy immersive activities such as exploring Thien Canh Son Cave, visiting Vung Vieng fishing village, kayaking, or taking a traditional bamboo boat ride amidst the heritage landscape.

Beyond a sightseeing experience, Explora is designed to offer a more complete perspective of the natural heritage, where the geological and geomorphological values of Ha Long Bay, formed over hundreds of millions of years, are revealed through each layer of the dramatic seascape. The itinerary also embraces a slower and more relaxed rhythm, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the bay.

Explora is developed as a luxury day cruise with a three-deck layout inspired by contemporary hospitality design. The vessel features a restaurant, a relaxation lounge, and an open sundeck. Spatial arrangements throughout the cruise prioritize privacy, comfort, and uninterrupted views of the bay during the journey.

Another highlight of the experience lies in the culinary offering inspired by the coastal cuisine of Northern Vietnam. Dishes combine locally sourced ingredients with refined culinary techniques by the onboard culinary team, served within an open setting amidst the bay to create a dining experience deeply connected to the local heritage.

In addition to its hospitality experience, Explora also meets VR-SB standards - the highest safety certification for coastal waterway vessels in Vietnam, reaffirming Grand Pioneers Cruises’ commitment to safe operational standards.

“We expect Explora to introduce a new option for day experiences in the bay, where guests can not only explore the destination, but also fully enjoy the scenery, atmosphere, and rhythm of the heritage in a more complete and sustainable way,” Luong The Tuyen, Deputy Director of Viet Thuan Transport Co., Ltd., shared.

Additional Information

Itinerary details: Explora by Grand Pioneers Itinerary

Media Kit: Explora by Grand Pioneers Cruises Media Kit

About Viet Thuan Group

Viet Thuan Group is Vietnam’s leading enterprise in inland waterway and maritime transportation, operating across domestic and international waters. The Group currently owns and operates more than one million tons of bulk cargo, dry cargo and general cargo vessels, backed by extensive expertise and a long-standing reputation in marine and coastal transportation.

About Grand Pioneers Cruises

Launched in late 2023, Grand Pioneers Cruises is Vietnam’s first overnight luxury cruise fleet developed entirely by Vietnamese teams, from design and construction to operations, using international-standard shipbuilding technology. Grand Pioneers Cruises is also the first cruise brand in Vietnam certified to operate across coastal waters within Vietnam’s maritime territory under VR-SB classification standards.

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