The Au Co Cruise
- LuxuryFacilities
- Fishing - Snorkeling - Cycling
- Hot Tub - Library
- Spa - Massage
- Babysitting/Child Services
- Breakfast in the Room
- Tour Desk - Ticket Service
- Newspapers - Library
- Buffet-Style Restaurant
- Restaurant with Dining Menu
- Free WiFi
3 DAY 2 NIGHT CRUISE WITH THE AU CO
OVERVIEW
A truly memorable experience waits for you aboard The Au Co for a 3 days cruise through the most delightful parts of Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay. Delight in the quiet natural beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage site. Take part in a culinary demonstration of 3 Vietnamese traditional dishes. Enjoy biking around Cat Ba Island or kayaking through emerald lagoons. Book now and step on board The Au Co for an unforgettable experience.
• Special rate is available for bookings on the following dates:
• Contact us for the best rate on the other departure dates.
ITINEARY
DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY
12:30pm Arrive at Bhaya Group Cruise Centre at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port. Relax in your VIP lounge.
12:45pm Embark on the cruise. Enjoy welcome drinks while our Cruise Manager informs safety briefing.
13.00pm Start you cruise with a set-menu lunch while the ship cruises towards the southwest of Halong Bay.
15:00pm Visit Cua Van floating fishing village by kayaking or traditional rowing boat. The village is well known for its location in the heart of World Heritage Site Halong Bay. Cua Van has been listed among 16 most beautiful coastal destinations in the world by Travel and Leisure magazine.
17:30pm Back to the ship and join happy hour - buy one get one free and enjoy complimentary snacks.
07:30pm Enjoy the set menu dinner served on the sundeck.
18:00pm Join exciting “Master-Chef Competition” and fruit carving demonstration, learn and try your hands with authentic Vietnamese food. The winner or the Master-Chef of The Au Co Luxury Cruise would be awarded surprising gifts. It’s also time to admire the sunset over enchanting Halong Bay while the ship anchors for an overnight stay.
19:30pm Set menu dinner is served in the restaurant while the ship is anchored for our overnight stop.
21:00pm Free time to be spent watching movies or squid fishing at the reception area.
DAY 2: HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY
06:15am Refresh your body and mind with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee.
07:00am Have breakfast on board while The Au Co Luxury cruises through the bay, passing beautiful spots; a good time to take amazing pictures.
09:00am Arrive at a local island, where a pretty small village nestles and waits for you to explore. Spend your active morning on cycling and exploring the tropical junk (weather permitting) in the national park with a guide from crew members. Visit ancient houses and “Bhaya Community Farm”, get to know about agricultural life and the story of Bhaya Community project here.
10:30am Return to the ship. Take time to relax.
12:15am Enjoy lunch in Halong restaurant while The Au Co cruises slowly past beautiful karst towers.
15:00am Kayak to explore sandy beaches in Ho Ba Ham Area.
17:30am Bar opens for happy hour with buy one get one free on drinks.
19:30am Barbecue party is ready on the sundeck. Experience Halong Bay beauty at night.
21:00am Free time to be spent watching movies in the cinema, squid fishing at reception area or a fruit carving session with our kitchen staffs.
DAY 3: LAN HA BAY – HALONG BAY – HANOI
06:15am A second chance to join the Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee. Or take time to watch the stunning sunrise on the sea.
07:00am Breakfast buffet is prepared in the restaurant.
07:45am Discover Tien Ong Cave which is also an archaeological site. Covering an area of 1,000 m2 with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, The cave is one of the finest caves in Halong Bay.
09:00am Back to the ship and prepare to check out.
09:45am Join a traditional Vietnamese tea ceremony while the ship sails back to the port
10:45am Disembark in Tuan Chau port. Farewell.
INCLUDED
- Welcome cocktail, entrance fee and sightseeing fee.
- Accommodation in luxury air-conditioned en-suite cabin(Deluxe Twin/Double).
- 2 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 light breakfasts,
- 1 hour of free flow cocktails or mocktails during the cooking demonstration.
- Cooking demonstration for 3 traditional Vietnamese dishes.
- Bike ride on Cat Ba Island.
- Use of kayak or sampan when visiting Dark & Bright Lagoon.
- Regular tea and juice (watermelon, carrot, cucumber, passion fruit) and drinking water during the cruise; regular coffee during breakfast.
- Onboard insurance, taxes and service charges.
EXCLUDED
- Transfer from Hanoi (available on your request)
- Airfares, other transfer services not clearly noted as Included.
- Visa arrangements.
- Beauty, spa services not clearly noted as Included.
- Other beverages, tips and personal expenses.
- All services not clearly noted as Included.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Inclement weather, tide levels and operating conditions at sea may force changes in cruise itinerary and schedule at any time. Kayaking and swimming excursions, in particular, may be cancelled due to rough weather.
- Cruise offers fusion cuisine: international, seafood & Vietnamese. Advise Bhaya at least one (1) week ahead of departure about any specific food preferences, dietary restrictions or food allergies.
- Port authorities insist on advance registration including full name, gender, date of birth, nationality, passport number and visa expiration date. At check-in a valid passport is required. Port authority may deny boarding if these conditions are not met.
- Free Wi-Fi is available on terrace deck, but note that the internet signal at sea suffers frequent interruption.
- Cat Ba Island may not be accessible on some days and shall be replaced by another attraction.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- No charge for any cancellations made more than 7 days prior to the departure dates.
- Incur 50% of the total charge for any cancellation received within 4-7days prior to the departure dates.
- Incur 100% char of the total charge for any cancellation received within 3 days prior the departure dates or No-Show.
