Booking & Payment Policy
Online Reservations & Full Payment: Reservations for your Amorasae Cruise experience can be made conveniently through our official website. To confirm your booking for any of our day cruises or private charters, full payment of the cruise fare is required at the time of making your online reservation. Your booking is considered complete and confirmed only upon successful processing of the full payment and issuance of an official booking confirmation from Amorasae Cruise.
Cruise Fares & Inclusions: Cruise fares are quoted per person (unless otherwise stated for private charters) and are inclusive of all services, amenities, and taxes as explicitly detailed in the "What's Included" section of your chosen cruise package. Fares do not cover items listed under "What's Not Included," such as personal expenses, certain beverages, optional activities, or gratuities, unless part of a special promotion. All fares are subject to applicable taxes and service charges as indicated.
Accepted Payment Methods: We accept various secure online payment methods, including major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) and other digital payment gateways, as detailed during the online booking process.
Cancellations, Refunds & Amendments
Cancellation by Guest:
Should you need to cancel your confirmed booking (for which full payment has
been
made), written notification must be sent to and received by Amorasae Cruise. The
following cancellation fees, calculated on the total cruise fare paid, will
apply
based on the number of guests in your booking and the number of days of notice
given
prior to your scheduled departure date:
1. For bookings of 01 – 09 guests:
Notice received more than 14 days prior to departure: Free cancellation (100%
refund
of total cruise fare paid).
Notice received 08 – 14 days prior to departure: Free cancellation (100% refund
of
total cruise fare paid).
Notice received 04 – 07 days prior to departure: Free cancellation (100% refund
of
total cruise fare paid).
Notice received 01 – 03 days prior to departure: 50% of total cruise fare will
be
charged as a cancellation fee.
Cancellation on departure day or No-show: 100% of total cruise fare will be
charged
(no refund).
2. For bookings of 10 – 20 guests:
Notice received more than 14 days prior to departure: Free cancellation (100%
refund
of total cruise fare paid).
Notice received 08 – 14 days prior to departure: Free cancellation (100% refund
of
total cruise fare paid).
Notice received 04 – 07 days prior to departure: 50% of total cruise fare will
be
charged as a cancellation fee.
Notice received 01 – 03 days prior to departure: 100% of total cruise fare will
be
charged (no refund).
Cancellation on departure day or No-show: 100% of total cruise fare will be
charged
(no refund).
3. For bookings of more than 20 guests:
Notice received more than 14 days prior to departure: Free cancellation (100%
refund
of total cruise fare paid).
Notice received 08 – 14 days prior to departure: 50% of total cruise fare will
be
charged as a cancellation fee.
Notice received 04 – 07 days prior to departure: 100% of total cruise fare will
be
charged (no refund).
Notice received 01 – 03 days prior to departure: 100% of total cruise fare will
be
charged (no refund).
Cancellation on departure day or No-show: 100% of total cruise fare will be
charged
(no refund).
Cancellation or Itinerary Alteration by Amorasae Cruise: Amorasae Cruise
reserves
the right to cancel or alter any cruise itinerary or service due to Force
Majeure
events (such as extreme weather, natural disasters, pandemics), directives from
the
Halong Bay Port Authority, essential vessel maintenance, or other unforeseen
operational circumstances critical to passenger safety. In the event of a
cancellation by Amorasae Cruise prior to departure (not due to Force Majeure),
guests will be offered a full refund of payments made to Amorasae Cruise or an
alternative cruise date of equivalent value, subject to availability. Should an
itinerary be altered during the cruise for safety or operational imperatives, we
will endeavor to provide comparable alternative arrangements; however, refunds
may
not apply for such necessary modifications.
Amendments to Booking by Guest: Requests to amend a confirmed booking (e.g.,
change
of date, passenger details) are subject to availability and may incur an
administrative fee. All amendment requests must be made in writing.
Passenger Responsibilities & Onboard Conduct
Travel Documents & Identification: For Ha Long Bay day cruises, Vietnamese
citizens
should carry valid national ID. Foreign nationals should carry their valid
passport
and visa (if applicable for their stay in Vietnam). Amorasae Cruise is not
responsible for issues arising from passengers' failure to carry appropriate
documentation.
Health & Fitness to Travel: Guests warrant that they are fit to travel by sea.
Please inform us at the time of booking, or as soon as possible thereafter, of
any
pre-existing medical conditions, disabilities, allergies, or dietary
restrictions
that may require special attention or accommodation. While we strive to meet
reasonable requests, we cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment. Amorasae
Cruise reserves the right to refuse passage to any guest whose condition may
pose a
threat to the health or safety of themselves or others onboard.
Passenger Conduct & Safety Compliance: The safety and comfort of all guests and
crew
are paramount. All guests must comply with safety instructions given by the
Cruise
Manager and crew, including participation in any mandatory safety briefings.
Guests
are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that does not compromise the
enjoyment, safety, or well-being of others. Amorasae Cruise reserves the right
to
disembark any guest whose behavior is deemed disruptive, abusive, illegal, or
poses
a safety risk, without refund.
Children Onboard: Children are welcome aboard Amorasae Cruise. Parents or legal
guardians are solely responsible for the supervision, safety, and conduct of
their
children at all times during the cruise and any related activities.
Smoking Policy: Smoking, including the use of e-cigarettes and vaping devices,
is
strictly prohibited in all indoor areas of the cruise, including day-use cabins,
lounges, and dining areas. Designated smoking areas are available on open-air
decks.
Cruise Policies & Liability
tinerary & Activities: All cruise itineraries, timings, and onboard/off-board
activities (such as cave visits, kayaking, swimming) are subject to change or
cancellation without prior notice due to weather conditions, water levels, port
authority directives, or other operational requirements. Participation in any
water-based or physical activities is at the guest's own risk.
Personal Belongings & Valuables: Guests are responsible for their personal
belongings and valuables throughout the cruise. While reasonable care is taken,
Amorasae Cruise shall not be liable for any loss, theft, or damage to personal
property.
Food & Beverage Policy: Only food and beverages served by Amorasae Cruise may be
consumed onboard, unless explicitly agreed otherwise for special dietary needs
confirmed in advance.
Limitation of Liability: Amorasae Cruise's liability for any loss, damage,
injury,
or death arising from the cruise is limited in accordance with applicable
Vietnamese
laws and maritime conventions. Our liability will not exceed the cruise fare
paid by
the guest. We are not responsible for the acts or omissions of any third-party
suppliers.
Force Majeure: Amorasae Cruise shall not be held liable for any failure to
perform
its obligations, or for any loss or damage suffered by guests, if such failure
or
loss/damage is due to a Force Majeure event. Such events include, but are not
limited to, acts of God, war or threat of war, terrorist activity, riots, civil
strife, industrial disputes, natural or nuclear disasters, adverse weather
conditions, fire, epidemics, pandemics, government actions, or any other
circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms & Conditions and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in Quang Ninh Province or Hanoi, Vietnam.