Au Co Cruise - 3days/2nights

The Au Co strives to provide minimum impact on the local invironment and will operate under the concept of sustainable tourism. It's the owners' major goal and commitment to support local communities and conserve the beauty of the Gulf of Tonkin for future generations. The Au Co aims to offer tours of Halong Bay which there is no negative impact on the environment that surrounds us.

ITINERARY

Day 1 Hanoi - Halong bay - Bai Tu Long bay
08.30:  Transfer to Halong Bay from your hotel in Hanoi
12.30:  Arrive in Halong Bay. Check-in at the cruise centre.
12.45:  Depart from Tuan Chau Island, meet the onboard team and receive the safety briefing.
13.30:  Acquaint yourself with the five elements cuisine with lunch on board, while The Au Co cruises leisurely towards the Vung Ha area.
15.30:   Visit the Vung Ha Beach for swimming and water activities.
17.30:   Take part in the cooking demonstration.
18.00:   Enjoy Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1 free).
19.15:   Savour our five elements signature dinner of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water while the boat is anchored for our overnight stop.
20.30:   Relax with a drink at Lan Ha bar or join our crew and try squid fishing on the deck.

Day 2 Bai Tu Long bay - Lan Ha bay - Cat Ba island
07.00:   Start the day with a Tai Chi class on the sundeck or enjoy the breathtaking views of the bay while the ship begins slowly cruising.
07.30:   Have breakfast onboard while The Au Co cruises in Bai Tu Long Bay.
09.00:   Visit Vung Vieng floating fishing village by traditional bamboo boat.
11.15:   Take a tour at the Captain’s Bridge and the Engine Room
12.00:   Enjoy lunch in Ha Long restaurant while The Au Co cruises towards Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island.
13.45:   Join a guided biking or hiking excursion through the national park of Cat Ba Island and visit The Au Co organic farm in Viet Hai Village.
16.30:   Kayak & swim in the Viet Hai Lagoon.
17.00:   Make the most of an extended Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1 free).
19.15:   Try the barbeque buffet in the restaurant while the boat is at anchor.
20.30:   End the day with a drink at Lan Ha bar or join our crew and try squid fishing on the deck.
21.00:   Join our kitchen staff for the fruit carving sessions.

Day 3 Halong bay - Hanoi
06.30:   Start the day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck or enjoy the breath-taking views of the bay while The Au Co cruises leisurely in Halong Bay.
07.00:   Take your time over breakfast.
07.45:   Visit the famous Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave.
09.00:   Prepare for check out: passenger’s bags must be put in the corridor.
09.45:   Join a Vietnamese traditional tea ceremony then check-out.
10.45:   Disembark in Tuan Chau and leave for Hanoi.
15.00:   Return to Hanoi. End of service.

INCLUSIVE:
            Deluxe Cabins with A/C and en-suite Bathrooms
            All meals on board
            Complimentary bottled water in the cabin
            Welcome drink
            Entrance and sightseeing fees
            Local rowing boat
            English speaking guide
            On board insurance

EXCLUSIVE:
            Airfares, Car Transfers & Hotels
            Visa Arrangements
            Beauty Spa Services & Massage
            Beverages
            Tips & Others Personal Expenses
            All other services not clearly mentioned in Inclusion