from $441 /person
The fleet consists of two four-deck vessels with 32 spacious Cabins and Suite each, large dining room with terrace view, semi cover bar, open-air spa. The Au Co Cruises combine state of the art safety standards and innovative Oriental Design, providing luxury and dedication in every detail.
It also boasts private balconies and well-equipped bathrooms. The numerous activities en route, the culinary experiences and the atmosphere will please both the active traveler and those just seeking pure relaxation. Whether you enjoy the stunning scenery, a wellness treatment or a glass of wine from the Chef’s exclus.
| Date On | Jan 1st 2017 - Dec 31th 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Itinerary | 2 days 1 night | 3 day 2 nights |
| Deluxe Cabin | $N.A | $880 |
| Grand Deluxe | $N.A | $927 |
| Executive | $N.A | $955 |
| Long Quan Suite | $N.A | $1384 |
| Au Co Suite | $N.A | $1552 |
| Day 1: Hanoi - Halong bay | |
|---|---|
| 08:00 | Pick-up at hotel and start the 3 hour-and-a-half drive to Hong Gai Tourist Wharf, check in Oriental Sails JSC’s private waiting hall - The OS Lounge. |
| 11:20 | Arrive at Tuan Chau pier. |
| 11:40 | Get aboard The Au Co Cruise ship. Be greeted by The Au Co Crew and Cruise Manager. |
| 12:10 | Depart to Halong Bay |
| 13:00 | Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard Au Co cruise while starting to cruise through thousands of nature-sculpted limestone islands rise. |
| 14:00 | Visit Thien Cung and Me Cung caves, and then Soi Sim and Titov islands in the area of Halong Bay. |
| 16:00 | Cruise towards Lan Ha Bay on the south east of Halong Bay. On the way, visit Ho Ba Ham islets – the anchorage area for overnight stay. Enjoy a guided kayaking tour or a refreshing swim in the Bay’s emerald waters |
| 19:00 | Get a taste at local delicacies above waters for dinner as the sun sets. |
| 20:00 | Take your time at leisure of the Au Co’s Spa, Beauty & Massage services, and other evening activities. Overnight on boat |
| Day 2: Halong bay | |
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| 06:30 | Start a new day by joining for Tai Chi session on Sundeck |
| 07:00 | Enjoy a colorful buffet breakfast aboard while cruising toward Cat Ba Island. |
| 08:05 | Arrive on Cat Ba Island. Take an enjoyable cycling/trekking trip through the rainforest to visit the secluded village of Viet Hai and meet local fishermen. |
| 11:30 | Enjoy a wonderful lunch with locally caught seafood and grown vegetables. |
| 13:00 | Get back to the boat to continue the cruise trip and enjoy more the beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay further east of Halong Bay. The exceptional scale and variety of the geological rock formations in this area are sure to make this a future destination for cruising in the Gulf of Tonkin. |
| 15:00 | Take a relaxing rowing boat tour through the floating village of Cong Dam and its geological area. |
| 17:00 | The cruise arrives at anchorage area for overnight stay. You may choose relaxing, swimming or snorkeling while waiting for dinner. |
| 19:00 | Dinner served onboard followed by movie night, board games or just enjoying a cocktail surrounded by limestone rocks majestically springing out from silent waters in the night. Overnight on boat |
| Day 3: Hanoi - Halong bay | |
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| 06:00 | Start your day with Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck. |
| 06:30 | Morning Activities - swimming or kayaking, beauty spa services. |
| 07:30 | Enjoy a breakfast aboard while cruising across the magic scenery of 2,000 isles and islets of different shapes and sizes. |
| 09:30 | Visit Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave – among the most beautiful of its kind. |
| 10:30 |
Arrive back at Tuan Chau Island. |
| 10:45 | Cruise disembarkation. |
| 11:30 | Drive back to Hanoi |
| 16:00 | Get dropped off at your hotel in Hanoi Tour ends! |
- Feb, 08, 2016 -
The cruise was booked based upon a recommendation from friends. We were extremely impressed from the initial arrival at the dock with details covered right down to the fragrance preferred in our room. Guests were drummed onto the boat and all were made very welcome. Surprisingly a number of children were on board and they were also catered for well with activities such as squid fishing, kayaking and swimming. You could mix or decide not to mix with other guests - the time was yours to decide what you wanted to do based on a comprehensive program including planned visits to a magnificent Sung Sot (surprise cave), bike of use an electric car to visit Viet Hai village which was decimated in floods some years ago and now produces eco friendly vegetables for the cruise line. The highlight for me was a visit to a fishing village where you were rowed around the floating Vung Vieng fishing village. Activities were provided on board such as fruit carving, cooking classes and a tea ceremony which were of interest. Food - 5 courses per meal were provided which consisted of small serves of a range of Vietnamese dishes specialising in fresh and unique good combination and flavours. Fabulous presentation and colour combos. The rooms were well presented in luxurious dark wood. Would suggest bringing minimal luggage and leave balance in Hanoi if possible. Wonderful to have experienced such beautiful natural surroundings. A must do on your life's list!
