Au Co Cruise 3 Days 2 Nights

Experience the stunning sceneries of all three of the beautiful bays in the Gulf of Tonkin and explore the amazing island of Cat Ba on board The Au Co. Enjoy an invigorating bike ride in the rainforest of the National Park on Cat Ba Island, join our guide on a kayaking excursion in the hidden lagoons of Lan Ha Bay or visit a peaceful area in Bai Tu Long Bay on a traditional rowing boat. While aboard, discover The Au Co’s dedicated service, signature five elements cuisine, re-energize with Tai Chi, unwind on the sundeck or pamper yourself in the Jacuzzi or with a Traditional Vietnamese massage.

DAY 1:  HANOI - HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (L/D)

Leave Hanoi at 8:00 AM and arrive in Halong Bay around 12:00PM by van. The first day of your cruise provides an introduction to the amazing scenery of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Cruising through Halong Bay will literally take your breath away.

Depart from Tuan Chau, meet the on board team and receive a safety briefing. Acquaint yourself with the five elements cuisine with lunch on board, while The Au Co cruises leisurely towards to Lan Ha Bay area. Enjoy your time at Three Peaches Beach – Ba Trai Dao for swimming in the emerald waters and other recreational activities on the beach. Back to The Au Co to join a Cooking demonstration then enjoy Happy Hour with “Buy One Get One Free”: Beer, House wine (by the glass), Soft drinks, Long drinks, Cocktails...

Savour our five elements signature dinner of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. After that, you could relax with a drink at Lan Ha bar or enjoy squid fishing from the main deck with crew members.

The boat will anchor for the night in a peaceful location.

DAY 2:  HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY – CAT BA ISLAND(B/L/D)

Start the day with Tai Chi - physical movements designed for relaxation, balanceand health - on the sundeck of the boat while enjoying the panorama.

After breakfast, take a short guided tour to visit Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave - one of the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay.
Then, come back to the boad and take a tour of the Captain's Bridge and the Engine Room. After that, savour a delicious lunch in the Halong Restaurant while the ship cruises towards Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island for a guided biking or hiking excursion in the national park of Cat Ba Island and visit of The Au Co Organic Farm. Another option for visiting the island and the organic farm is to use the electric cart service available (at a bit of extra cost). After that, kayak and swim in Viet Hai Lagoon.

Back to The Au Co to enjoy an extended Happy Hour for two hours (drinks at half-price). Try the barbeque buffet in the restaurant while the boat is at anchor.
The day ends with a drink at Lan Ha bar or join our crew and try squid fishing on the deck. Last but not least for the day, join our kitchen staff for a fun fruit carving sessions.

DAY 3:  BAI TU LONG – HANOI (B/L/-)

Halong Bay, designated a UNESCO world heritage site for its limestone rock formations, is home to about 2,000 isles and islets of different shapes and sizes, creating a truly breath-taking seascape. Halong Bay is also attractive for beautiful beaches on the small islands. Awake early and join the Tai Chi session on the sundeck or enjoy the breath-taking views of the bay while The Au Co cruises leisurely in Halong Bay.  

After breakfast on board, visit the Vung Vieng by rowing traditional bamboo boats for about an 01 hour. Then, go back onboard to prepare for check out: your bags must be put in the corridor. You can also join a Vietnamese traditional tea ceremony. Finally, the ship disembarks in Tuan Chau and return to Hanoi by shuttle bus/private car.

RATE: THIS RATE IS QUOTED IN AMERICAN DOLLARS PER CABIN

(Twin/ Double: 2 beds or 1 big bed for 2 adults; Single Traveler: 1 big bed for 1 adult only) 

Cruise Rate Includes:

• Round trip transfer by shuttle bus Hanoi- Ha Long – Hanoi
• Three day two night cruise through Halong Bay, Cat Ba Island, Lan Ha Bay, and Bai Tu Long Bay
• Accommodation in luxury en-suite cabin
• Two buffet lunches, two set-dinners and two breakfasts
• Excursions in Cat Ba Island, National Park and Viet Hai Village
• Visit to Sung Sot Grotto and Cong Dam fishing Village
• Swimming, cooking demonstration & Tai chi class
• Kayak and snorkel equipment rental
• Iced water and tea throughout the cruise
• Entrance and sightseeing fee
• Onboard insurance, tax and service charges

Cruise Rate Excludes:

• Private transfers to and from Ha Long Bay is USD140/4 seat car or USD170/7 seat car, inclusive of all tolls.
• Transfers, hotel, visa arrangement
• Beverages, spa, Jacuzzi, massage, souvenirs, laundry, tip and personal expenses
• Other sightseeing places and any services not clearly mentioned in the inclusions

Child Policy:

• Each cabin can accommodate maximum of 2 adults + 1 child below 12 years old
• Free of charge for child under 6 years old in parent’s room and using existing bedding (maximum 01 child per cabin and child reduction applicable only if sharing a cabin with maximum of 2 adults.)
• For child 6 – under 12 years old: charged US$ 210 per child (sharing a cabin with maximum of 2 adults, limiting to one child per cabin only, Child stays on mattress only)

Surcharge:  Addition charge 15% on:

• Christmas Dec 24^th 2016
• New Year Dec 31^st 2016