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TAI-CHI
One of the most beautiful ships in Halong Bay, the steel-hulled Au Co offers smooth sailing through Halong and Lan Ha bays. Experience the journey of colonial-era explorers in vintage style aboard this 32-cabin vessel, visiting hidden beaches, forested islands, and stunning sea lakes
Launched in 2020
Style: Modern Luxury
32 cabins
Ha Long Bay
5-star overnight cruise
Highlights
- Visit Halong bay main area
- Discover new hidden area of Tonkin Gulf with many outdoor activities
- Enjoying multiple activities such as Tai Chi, Squid fishing, Cooking class, Cave visit & biking)
- Visiting Cave, village in Cat Ba Island and relaxing on beach
- Outdoor Jacuzzi Pool
- A private balcony and panoramic ocean views in all cabins
- All cabins with a comfortable twin/double/triple bed with panoramic ocean views
- Mordern style decor, designed and furnished with attention to detail
- Each cabin with a private bathroom, a shower and a bathtub
Itinerary
Main attraction: Viet Hai Village (Cat Ba Island)
Things to do: Cycle or trek in Viet Hai village/ Take a swim in the crystal water of Lan Ha Bay / Sip between sights in Happy Hour/ Try your hands at the cooking demonstration
Departs: 12:15 PM
Attraction:
Viet Hai Village
A small village nestled in the heart of Cat Ba National Park with the quintessential beauty of small local villages in Northern Vietnam.
Activities (on-board & off-board):
Discover the serene Viet Hai village
Guests can get a first look at Cat Ba Island and choose a bicycle and pedal to Viet Hai Village, a small village nestle in the heart of Cat Ba National Park with Bhaya Cruises’ in-house tour guides. Stop at Bhaya Cafe for a refreshing drink and learn about “Viet Hai Community Farm” & “Save the Langur”, two of Bhaya Cruises’ corporate social responsibilities projects.
Take a swim in the emerald lagoons near Viet Hai pier
Enjoy a swim in the signature jade-colored water of Halong Bay at one of the lagoons near Viet Hai pier.
Rejoice at Happy Hour
Taste our most exquisite drinks varied vastly in the selection while enjoying the scenic panorama view of Halong Bay with the “Happy Hour” promotion.
Try your hands at the cooking demonstration
Vietnamese cuisine is renowned for its incredibly savory flavors and includes lots of health benefits. By being a part of this mini demonstration, all passengers can try out creating authentic Vietnamese dishes.
Main attraction: Trinh Nu Beach & Cave
Things to do: Tai Chi on sundeck/ Explore Trinh Nu cave/ Swim or kayak around Trinh Nu area
Starts: 6:15 AM
Attraction:
Trinh Nu Cave & Beach
Including Trinh Nu cave which is the finest sunlight-filled cave in Halong Bay and a stunning private beach surrounded by Halong Bay’s crystal water.
Activities (on-board & off-board):
Tai Chi on Sundeck
Rejuvenating the body and spirit with a refreshing Tai Chi lesson as the sun rises over the acclaimed UNESCO Heritage Site is one of the most relaxing experiences that passengers have. Practicing this beautiful art regularly can help treat a number of human ailments.
Visit Trinh Nu Cave
Trinh Nu Cave is one of the finest sunlight-filled caves in Halong Bay, covering an area of 2,000m2 with a stunning assortment of stalactites and stalagmites.
Kayak/swim around the Trinh Nu area
Munch in the stunning views of the Trinh Nu area by taking a swim or kayaking in the jade-colored water or sunbathing on a private beach nestled behind the Trinh Nu area.
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Main attraction: Viet Hai Village
Things to do: Bike in the serene Viet Hai Village/ Swim in the unknown lagoon/ Sip between sights at Happy Hour/ Give Masterchef “Halong Bay Edition” a try
Departs: 12:30 PM
Attraction:
Viet Hai Village
Viet Hai Village is a small village with 80 households nestled in the midst of jungles and covered by the high mountain range of the Cat Ba National. The villagers are natives of Ha Long Bay who live self-sufficiently by fishing, farming, and breeding.
Activities (on-board & off-board):
Bike in the serene Viet Hai Village
Viet Hai village is absolutely the most significant destination to visit with its stunning serene surroundings. Choose your favorite way to reach the central part of Viet Hai while enjoying the beauty of the ordinary by walking, biking, or paying for a round-trip seat on a trolley.
Swim in the unknown clear lagoon
It’s all about a unique experience. So, this emerald lagoon area with crystal clear water is safe and just for Bhaya’s passengers. Get ready to take a dip in this emerald lagoon surrounded by serene limestone towers and mellow bird singing.
Rejoice at Happy Hour
Taste our most exquisite drinks varied vastly in the selection while enjoying the scenic panorama view of Halong Bay with the “Happy Hour” promotion.
Masterchef “Halong Bay Edition”
Try your hand at creating authentic Vietnamese dishes and observe the fruit carving demonstration by our chefs. Don’t forget to check out the magical Ha Long sunset scene serving as background
Main attractions: Trinh Nu Area, Cua Van Floating Village
Things to do: Kayak in Trinh Nu Area/ Sightsee Cua Van Floating Village by local rowing boat or kayak / Have fun with a fruit-carving demonstration/ Recharge energy with a BBQ party on the sundeck
Attraction:
Trinh Nu Area
Trinh Nu Area includes Trinh Nu Cave, which is the finest sunlight-filled cave in Halong Bay, and a stunning private beach surrounded by Ha Long Bay’s crystal water. This is where visitors will have a chance to unwind in a quieter neighborhood and be in touch with raw nature.
Cua Van Floating Village
Cua Van Floating Village is exceptional as it is home to generations of fisherman families. Lots of these residents never depart. This is an opportunity for guests to enjoy rowing boats driven by the locals around the village while watching how they live in their floating houses.
Activities (on-board & off-board):
Kayak in the tranquil Trinh Nu Area
Take in the stunning views of Trinh Nu Area by kayaking in the jade-colored water. This activity is highly recommended to all guests. Or sunbathe on a private beach nestled behind Trinh Nu Cave.
Kayak or try the local rowing boat in Cua Van Floating Village
Soak up the stunning views of the floating village while leisurely moving along the incredible tranquil emerald-colored sea. It is the chance to experience moments in the life of the local fishermen who were born in the water area.
Recharge energy with a BBQ party on the sundeck
Recharge your energy by joining a sumptuous BBQ Buffet Party. The freshest seafood and tons of other great surprises will remain as memories of a lifetime.
Have fun with a fruit-carving demonstration
Have you ever seen how an artist turns the fruit into lively shapes of animals or aesthetic patterns? To learn more about this handicraft, joining a demonstration onboard will be a new experience for you.
Main attraction: Sung Sot Cave
Things to do: Tai Chi on sundeck/ Visit Sung Sot Cave
Attraction:
Sung Sot Cave
The most popular and largest cave in Ha Long Bay, Sung Sot Cave keeps up to its reputation by constantly wowing any visitor, regardless of new or old. Its marvelous structure tells an incredible history that you don’t want to miss.
Activities (on-board & off-board):
Tai Chi on Sundeck
Rejuvenating the body and spirit with a refreshing Tai Chi lesson as the sun rises over the acclaimed UNESCO Heritage Site is one of the most relaxing experiences that passengers have. Practicing this beautiful art regularly can help treat a number of human ailments.
Be amazed by Sung Sot Cave’s beauty
Paying a visit to the largest and most renowned cave will definitely awe you with many good surprises. Behold the impeccable creation by Nature and use your imagination to connect with ancient folklore.
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Room
Deluxe Room
02 adults & 01 child under 10
20m2
01 queen-sized or 2 single beds
Shower
- Private Balcony
- 14 Rooms
- Main Deck
Grand Deluxe Room
02 adults & 01 child under 10
20m2
01 queen-sized and 01 single beds
Shower
- Private Balcony
- 2 Rooms
- Upper Deck
Executive Room
02 adults and 1 child under 10
20m2
01 queen-sized and 02 single beds
Shower
- Private Balcony
- 12 Rooms
- Upper Deck
Long Quan Suite Room
02 adults and 1 child under 10
40m2
01 queen-sized bed
Sun loungers
- Private Balcony
- 2 Rooms
- Upper Deck
Au Co Suite Room
02 adults and 1 child under 10
36m2
01 queen-sized bed
- Private Balcony
- 2 Rooms
- Upper Deck
Later changes or downward adjustments to the number of guests of the reservation will be considered a late cancellation and a fee will be applied as below. An upward adjustment will be confirmed and charged based on the situation of actual availability.
- From 1 to 5 cabins
- Up to 20 days before your cruise date: Free of charge
- 15 -19 days before your cruise date: 50% of the total price
- 7 – 14 days before your cruise date: 70% of the total price
- Less than 7 days: Full charge
- Up to 5 cabins
- Up to 50 days before your cruise date: Free of charge
- 35 -50 days before your cruise date: 25% of the total price
- 20 -34 days before your cruise date: 50% of the total price
- 10 – 19 days before your cruise date: 70% of the total price
- Less than 10 days: Full charge
- Charter
- Up to 100 days before your cruise date: Free of charge
- 65 – 99 days before your cruise date: 50% of the total price
- 45 – 64 days before your cruise date: 70% of the total price
- 35 – 44 days before your cruise date: 90% of the total price
- Less than 35 days: Full charge
Refunds due to bad weather will be issued based on the length of the tour already completed.
*** In case of bad weather, the fee will be applied as follows:
All cruises in Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay which want to stop overnight in the Bay must be licensed to manage the Bay and provide safe service.
In the days of bad weather (rainstorms, high winds, big waves, etc.), the Bay management board will consider giving a license or not to the overnight cruise provider to ensure the safety of tourists.
In such a case, we will apply the following policies:
- If you arrive at the harbor and have lunch, then go back to Hanoi, we will charge only lunch service + the transfer (if taken).
- If you arrive at the harbor and have lunch, visit Halong bay within 5 hours, then go back to Hanoi, we will charge only for the daily cruise trip, entrance fee, lunch and the transfer (if taken).
- If you arrive at the harbor and have lunch, visit areas in the bay, stay overnight on a cruise, the next day, have breakfast and go sightseeing, have lunch, then go back to Hanoi, we will charge for the 2 days 1 night price for cruise trip + the transfer (if taken).
- If you arrive at the harbor and have a lunch, visit areas in the bay, stay overnight on a cruise, the next day have breakfast and go sightseeing, have lunch, visit the bay within 5 hours, then go back to Hanoi, we will charge for the 2 days 1 night price and 5 hours on a daily cruise trip, lunch, entrance fee + the transfer (if taken).
Note:
The Bay Management Board often gives notice to cancel the overnight sleep permit, possibly while you are on the tour. In such situations, we would like to ask for your understanding about it.
The rainy season from August to October in Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay often has very unusual weather conditions, so overnight cruises in the bay can be canceled unexpectedly, and often with very late notice.
In all cases, please contact our staff, we will always do our best to ensure your satisfaction.
Price Includes
- Welcome drinks/All meals on boat
- English speaking guide on boat
- Overnight stay in your chosen cabin type (air-conditioned & en-suite)
- All entrance and sightseeing fees
- Complimentary use of kayaks
- Onboard insurance
- Excursion as indicated in cruise program*
Price Excludes
- Drinks
- Limousine round trip (Extra 30 USD per person)
- Tips for tour guide and driver
- Personal expenses
- All services and items not
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