It all began as a Legend. Back in time, in a land where the mountains meet the sea, a beautiful, young fairy Au Co, falls in love with Long Quan, the Dragon Lord of the Sea. Their children, better known as the Hung Kings, became the early leaders of ancient Vietnam.
In March 2012, Halong Bay’s premier cruise provider ‘Bhaya Cruises’ will be launching two unique, new vessels dedicated to the ‘Mother of Vietnamese Civilization’, which will soon become legends themselves. The Au Co Cruise is the first and only luxury operator to offer 3day 2night cruise in the Gulf of Tonkin..
Edgar Cayanan, Cruise Operation Manager: “The Au Co plans to set new standards in terms of luxury. It will present a journey guaranteeing its guests an experience of a lifetime. The Au Co’s daily trip will not only lead through the natural wonders of UNESCO’s World Heritage Site Halong Bay, it will also discover the Bays of Lan Ha and Bai Tu Long. Cat Ba Island and its renowned National Park will also be revealed.”
The vessels combine state of the art safety standards and innovative Oriental Design, providing luxury and dedication in every detail. Each ship has 32 spacious cabins of minimum 20 square meters each. 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 travelers and those just seeking pure relaxation. Whether you enjoy the stunning scenery, a wellness treatment or a glass of wine from the Chef’s exclusive selection, the trip promises to be an unforgettable one.
Tran Thanh Nam, CEO of the group: “The Au Co strives to provide minimum impact on the local environment 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.”
Travel Agents, Tour Operators and the Press are welcome to meet the Au Co team at IFTM Top Resa in France (20-23 Sep, 2011) at booth number N11 pavillon 7.2, ITB Asia in Singapore (19 – 21 Oct, 2011) at booth number D10, Hall 601, and WTM in UK (07-10 Nov, 2011) at booth number AS786.
The Au Co Cruises in Halong Bay combine state-of-the-art safety standards and innovative oriental design, providing luxury and dedication in every detail. Each ship has 32 spacious cabins of minimum 20 – 40 square meters each. 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 exclusive selection, the trip promises to be an unforgettable one.
Launching : March 2012
Operating Area: The Gulf of Tonkin, Vietnam, Halong Bay
Cruise Duration: 3days/2nights
Number of boat: 02
Length: 55.29m
Width: 10.3m
Depth: 3.2m
Crew: 45
Engines: 02 Yanmar 368KW
Passenger cabins: 32 all with French balcony, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door
Passenger berths: 66
Build: 2011
Air draft: 10m
Reception
Boutique Library
24-hour security
Conference & facilities
Cars rental service with driver
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Swimming, Biking and fishing equipment
Cigar bar
Safety box in cabin
Doctor on call
Baby sitter
Tender for sightseeing
Theme party on request
Rowing boat
Jacuzzi & Spa room
Breakfast & Brunch (7h30-8h30)
Lunch: 13h00 – 14h30 Buffet
Dinner: 19h30 – 21h Set menu & BBQ
Seating capacity: 70 passengers plus outside seat along corridors and in the open bar
Drink list and bar: Tea, Coffe, Fresh Juices, mock tail, cocktail, spirit, fraught beer and wine list sourced from around the world.
Au Co Cruises Cabins:
Each ship has 32 spacious cabins of minimum 20 – 40 square meters each. It also boasts private balconies and well-equipped bathrooms
Number of cabins: 12/boat
Average room size: 20m
Bed type: Twin or Queen size
Maximum number of persons allowed: 02 adults + 01 child below the age of 12
Private Balcony: Yes
Number of cabins: 02/boat
Average room size: 25m
Bed type: Twin (Converble in to Double) and 01 Extra bed
Maximum number of persons allowed: 03 adults
Private Balcony: Yes
Number of cabins: 02/boat
Average room size: 40m
Bed type: King size
Maximum number of persons allowed:02 adults + 01 child below the age of 12
Private Balcony: Yes
Additional Amenities & services for the Suite
Flower & Fruit basket
Bottle champagne/Suite/Stay
Tea & Coffe facilities
Bath tub and standing shower
Other special in-room amenities
Au Co Suite: Upper deck at the back (02 cabins)
Long Quan Suite: Upper deck in the front (02 cabins)
Excutives Cabins: Upper deck (14 cabins)
Deluxe Cabins: Main deck (12 cabins)
Family Deluxe: Main deck (02 cabins)
Well – appointed en-suite bathroom
Natural wooden floors
Mini bar, water bottle daily
Flast TV Screen & DVD player
Centrally controlled & air conditioning
Completmentary bottle of wine
in-house telephone