The Au Co Cruise,

<html> <head> <title></title> </head> <body> Hightlights: - Deepen your discovery of magnificent Halong Bay with our continuous three-day cruise journey. - Discover local life of people here who has lived on an “isolated paradise” or talked to children who was born on the floating houses and nurtured by jade green water of The World Heritage Site. - Kayaking to explore hidden caves and limestone formations. ITINERARY: DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY (-/LUNCH/DINNER) <ul> <li>08:00 - 08:30: Pick you up at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter then departs for Halong Bay.</li> <li>12:30: Arrive at Bhaya Group Cruise Centre at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port. Relax in your VIP lounge.</li> <li>12:45: Embark on the cruise. Enjoy welcome drinks while our Cruise Manager informs safety briefing.</li> <li>13:00: Start you cruise with a set-menu lunch while the ship cruises towards the southwest of Halong Bay.</li> <li>15:00: Visit Cua Van floating fishing village by kayking 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.</li> <li>17:30: Back to the ship and join Happy Hour - buy one get one free and enjoy complimentary snacks.</li> <li>18:00: 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 with surprising gifts. It’s also time to admire the sunset over enchanting Halong Bay while the ship anchors for overnight stay.</li> <li>19:30: Set menu dinner is served in the restaurant while the ship is anchored for our overnight stop.</li> <li>21:00: Free time to be spent watching movies in the cinema or squid fishing at reception area.</li> </ul> DAY 2: HA LONG BAY (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER) <ul> <li>06:15: Refresh your body and mind with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee.</li> <li>07:00: Have breakfast on board while The Au Co Luxury cruises through the bay, passing beautiful spots; a good time to take amazing pictures.</li> <li>09:00: 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.</li> <li>10:30: Return to the ship. Take time to relax.</li> <li>12:15: Enjoy lunch in Halong restaurant while The Au Co cruises slowly past beautiful karst towers.</li> <li>15:00: Kayak to explore sandy beaches in Ho Ba Ham Area.</li> <li>17:30: Bar opens for happy hour with buy one get one free on drinks.</li> <li>19:30: Barbecue party is ready on the sundeck. Experience Halong Bay beauty at night.</li> <li>21:00: Free time to be spent watching movies in the cinema, squid fishing at reception area or a fruit carving session with our kitchen staffs.</li> </ul> DAY 3: HALONG BAY - HANOI (BREAKFAST) <ul> <li>06:15: A second chance to join the Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee. Or take time to watch stunning sun rise on the sea.</li> <li>07:00: Breakfast buffet is prepared in the restaurant.</li> <li>07:45: 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.</li> <li>09:00: Back to the ship and prepare to check out.</li> <li>09:45: Join a traditional Vietnamese tea ceremony while the ship sails back to the port.</li> <li>10.45: Disembark at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port. Farewell.</li> <li>Transfer back to Hanoi by Shuttle bus. Tour ends.</li> </ul> </body> </html>

The Au Co is a large steel vessel providing first-class facilities that guarantee a cruise of the utmost comfort. From the luxury restaurant on board to the spa and jacuzzi, aboard The Au Co's passengers are offered the same facilities you would expect in a luxury hotel. Enjoy delicious meals with a waterside view in the restaurant. Add a little flavour to your journey at the terrace and sundeck bars; our sundeck BBQ is perfect for a beautiful day. Relax in the spa and our open air jacuzzi or enjoy a cup of coffee while discovering The Au Co Library.

Accomodation: 02 cruises, 32cabins/each cruise

Deluxe cabin:

No of Cabins: 14
Cabin Location: Main deck
Avg. Room Size: 20 m2
Bed Type: Double/Twin
Maximun Occupants: 2 adults + 1 child
Note: Ocean View

Grand Deluxe cabin:

No of Cabins: 02
Cabin Location: Upper deck
Avg. Room Size: 20 m2
Bed Type: Double/Twin
Maximun Occupants: 2 adults + 1 child
Note: Ocean View

Executive cabin:

No of Cabins: 02
Cabin Location: Upper deck
Avg. Room Size:11 m2
Bed Type: Double/Twin
Maximun Occupants: 2 adults + 1 child
Note: Ocean View

Long Quan Suite:

No of Cabins: 02
Cabin Location: Upper deck
Avg. Room Size: 20 m2
Bed Type: Double/Twin
Maximun Occupants: 2 adults + 1 child
Note: Pravate Balcont, Ocean View

Au co cabin:

No of Cabins: 02
Cabin Location: Upper deck
Avg. Room Size: 20 m2
Bed Type: Double/Twin
Maximun Occupants: 2 adults + 1 child
Note: Private Balcony, Ocean View

Restaurant & Bar

Sundeck

Function Room

Activities

What’s included?

Transfers to and from Ha Long Bay
Welcome drinks with warm/cold tissues
Entrance fees and sightseeing fees
Full furnished deluxe en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water
Experience English speaking guide/ station guide
All meals on board
Cooking demonstration
Tai Chi session
Kayaking
Fishing equipment, movie, exciting games
Happy Hour
On board insurance

What’s excluded?

Airfares, Visa arrangements
Beauty spa and massage services
Other beverages, tips and personal expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned
VAT Tax

What do I need to bring?

Booking voucher from us
It is essential to bring your passport on this trip.
Bring walking shoes, raincoat, jacket, extra clothes, torch, insect repellent and sunscreen...
Cash for personal expense

What do I need to know?

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions without prior notice.
Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are subject to nonrefundable.
Inadvance register is required with name, passport, nationality, gender, and visa for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements before departure date.
For safety: First aid kit is available at the Reception desk; Life jackets are in all cabins; No smoking in restaurant and cabin; Be aware of long jelly fish (seasonal)

Indochina Beauty Travel is doing all possible to make your journey and travel experience an unforgettable one. Weather conditions, we unfortunately cannot control. Our apologies for that!