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A 150-million-year-old natural wonder in northern Vietnam has taken on a spectacular new role—blending dramatic performance with gourmet cuisine. On May 30, 2025, Asia Premier Cruises (APC) Corporation debuted a one-of-a-kind theatrical and dining experience inside the breathtaking Dragon Pearl Cave in Cam Pha district, near Halong City.
Set in a cavernous, 4,000-square-metre limestone cave overlooking Bai Tu Long Bay, this 2.5-hour experience combines folklore, fine dining, and immersive staging. Known locally as “a theatre inside a mountain”, Dragon Pearl Cave features two natural chambers and dazzling stalagmites that serve as the perfect backdrop for a live cultural production.
The event begins with "The Quest for the Dragon Pearl", a 45-minute show directed by Le Thanh Phong, which uses music, acrobatics, puppetry, lighting, and costumes to bring ancient Vietnamese legends to life. The performance celebrates the mythical Dragon Pearl and its symbolism of unity, peace and power.
Following the spectacle, guests are treated to an elegant candlelit dinner curated by Head Chef Nguyen Gia Thien. Drawing inspiration from local folklore and ingredients sourced across Quang Ninh province, the menu features standout dishes like grilled Van Don oysters, Co To squid cakes, lobster with imperial Tiến Vua sauce, and the decadent Golden Dragon Pearl dessert.
“‘The Quest for the Dragon Pearl’ diversifies Quang Ninh’s tourism, offering more for travellers to discover beyond famed Halong Bay and repositioning our province as a leading cultural and experiential destination,” he said. “This ancient cave is a new cultural landmark that, through storytelling, natural wonder, and refined hospitality, promotes sustainable, heritage tourism and creates lasting economic and cultural impact for Quang Ninh.”
According to APC Corporation’s General Director Nguyen Hong Nhat, the experience represents a bold step forward for Quang Ninh’s tourism landscape, combining cultural heritage with luxury travel in a truly unforgettable setting.
