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The Au Co is the first and only luxury cruise
operator specialising in offering a three-day
two-night voyage through world-renowned Halong Bay,
Cat Ba Island and the Gulf of Tonkin. The Au Co ship
features the very latest safety standards and
represents Vietnamese and Oriental culture at its
best. Each of her 32 spaciously-designed private
cabins boasts luxurious bathrooms and panoramic
balconies. The Au Co – for all travelers seeking a
lifetime experience.
Factsheet
No of vessels |
02 |
Length |
56m |
Width |
10.43 m |
Depth |
3.20m |
Crew |
45 |
Passenger cabins |
32 all with French
balcony, floor-to-celling sliding glass
doors |
Passenger berths |
66 |
Build |
2011 |
Launch |
Mar 2012 |
Cabins and Suites
The first thing that
strikes you about each of our 32 luxury Cabins and
Suites is the sense of space, the abundance of light
and the level of refinement in the elegant
interiors.
Large floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass
doors in the cabins and cabin bathrooms allow
natural light to flood in and offer panoramic views
of the Gulf of Tonkin. Most cabins and suites
provide additional space and comfort in the form of
your own private balcony - the ultimate place to
relax and enjoy the fresh air, day or night.
Each of the cabins and suites is tastefully
appointed with timber floors, handcrafted wooden
mosaic furniture and elegant interiors. Each cabin
features individual climate-control thermostats,
telephone, MP3 speakers, in-cabin refrigerator, safe
box, and hair dryer. Meanwhile the luxurious
bathrooms are extremely well appointed with deluxe
bathroom amenities.
Deluxe Cabins
Located on the main deck, The Au Co Deluxe Cabins,
at 20 square metres, are furnished in a minimal
style with a choice of double or twin beds, flanked
by large bedside tables and two lounge chairs with a
coffee table. They also feature a MP3 speakers for
your in-cabin entertainment.
The bathroom, finished in wooden and mosaic,
features a vanity counter and a separate
glass-enclosed shower stall, with the picture window
offering magnificent views of the passing scenery.
Amenities:
- Well-appointed en-suite bathroom
- In-house telephone
- Natural hardwood floors, handcrafted mosaic
furniture
- Hair dryer
- In-cabin refrigerator
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Complimentary driking water throughout the trip
onboard
- Bathrobes
- Complimentary bottle of wine (01/cabin/stay)
- Deluxe bathroom amenities
- MP3 speakers
Grand Deluxe Cabin
Commanding fantastic views from The Au Co’s bow, our
two Grande Deluxe Cabins are perfect for family
groups or those craving more space. Each cabin is 25
square metres and can easily accommodate a third
bed. As with all our cabins and suites, the sense of
space and luxury is enhanced by the elegant décor
and minimal style.
Amenities
- Well-appointed en-suite bathroom
- In-house telephone
- Natural hardwood floors, handcrafted mosaic
furniture
- Hair dryer
- In-cabin refrigerator
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Complimentary driking water throughout the trip
onboard
- Bathrobes
- Complimentary bottle of wine (01/cabin/stay)
- Deluxe bathroom amenities
- MP3 speakers
Executive Cabins
Located on the upper deck, The Au Co executive
cabins at 20 square metrers each offer extensive
views of the seascape during your cruise thanks to
their floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass
doors. Their chic interiors and contemporary
furnishings, including hardwood floors, handcrafted
bed and tables, give a harmonious balance between
modern design and traditional detailing.
Amenities
- Well-appointed en-suite bathroom
- In-house telephone
- Natural hardwood floors, handcrafted mosaic
furniture
- Hair dryer
- In-cabin refrigerator
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Complimentary drinking water throughout the trip
onboard
- Bathrobes
- Complimentary bottle of wine (01/cabin/stay)
- Deluxe bathroom amenities
- MP3 speakers
Lac Long Quan Suites
Named after the legendary father of the Vietnamese
people, Lac Long Quan, and commanding a great
position and views from the bow of the ship, the
Long Quan Suites are avery generous 36 square metres.
With their spacious private terraces on the upper
deck they offer guests the utmost in luxury and
privacy, combining sumptuous indoor and outdoor
living spaces in which to relax.
Additional amenities & services for the Suites
- Flower & fruit basket
- Bottle of champagne/Suite/stay
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Bathtub and standing shower
- Other special in-room amenities
Au co Suites
Named after the legendary mother of the Vietnamese
people, Au Co, it is only fitting that the largest
suites on the boat are named after her. Occupying an
unrivalled position at the aft of the boat with
unparalleled views, both of the Au Co Suites are an
extremely generous 40 square metres. With their
spacious private terraces on the upper deck they
offer guests the utmost in luxury and privacy,
combining indoor and outdoor living spaces in which
to relax.
Additional amenities & services for the Suites
- Flower & fruit basket
- Bottle of champagne/Suite/stay
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Bathtub and standing shower
- Other special in-room amenities
Dining
Uniquely located on the spacious terrace deck of The
Au Co, and designed along Feng Shui principles, our
restaurant and bar offer the perfect spaces for
guests to connect with their surroundings while
savouring an incredible array of fresh dishes or
simply relaxing with a drink.
While designed in very different styles, both the
restaurant and the bar have been created to ensure
the ultimate in comfort, luxury and style.
Restaurant
The elegant and luxurious The Au Co Restaurant has
been carefully arranged according to the generating
principle of Wu Xing, with the dining room featuring
both wood and metal elements. On arrival, guests
will notice that the interior elements of the wooden
furniture and polished wooden floor help air flow,
harmonizing the natural light and wind with the
surrounding landscape and mountains, giving guests
the feeling of being immersed in nature, satisfying
the senses of sight and taste.
Meanwhile, metal elements in the dining room are
minimized by reducing kitchen and other electrical
appliances in the room, which would just distract
from the meal. According to the principle that water
nourishes wood, the sight of the Gulf’s water and
the sound of soft music are simply used to create a
calm, gentle atmosphere, which should stimulate
guests’ appetites.
Bar
The terrace deck of The Au Co Cruise features an
open-air bar; again designed with the Feng Shui
principle of Yang - Movement - Flexibility, as a
counterpoint to the Yin - neutral - Earth element.
The spacious bar, named as Lan Ha Bar, with its
light rattan furniture are the perfect place to
relax and while away your day accompanied by a range
of food, beverages, and snacks. Alternatively, Lan
Ha Bar is the place to meet after a busy day of
activities for a pre-dinner cocktail as the sun sets
over the Gulf of Tonkin.
Lan Ha Bar stocks a full complement of aperitifs,
wines, cocktails, drinks and snacks, and serves
visitors until late at night.
If guests are seeking more privacy and
comfort each cabin has its own in-cabin
refrigerator, which we can stock with
your choice of beverages.
Other onboard services
and facilities include:
Reception
Safe box in cabin
Pillow menu
Boutique Library
Doctor on call and
first-aid kits
24-hour security
Baby sitter
Conference & meeting
facilities
Tender for sightseeing
Car rental service with
driver
Theme party on request
Kayaking, swimming,
snorkeling and fishing
equipment
Gift Shop
Sound proof system,
noise reduction
measures
Jacuzzi and Spa room
Portable DVD
DVD and CD selections
Board Games
Spa
For complete stress
relief, why not pamper
yourself with a
therapeutic massage
either in the
tranquility of the Spa
room or in the open-air
Spa area – drifting off
into bliss as the cruise
drifts along.
Jacuzzi
After an exciting day of
adventurous activities
and excursions what
better way to relax and
unwind than in The Au
Co’s open-air Jacuzzi.
Feel any aches or pains
simply drift away as you
sip a cocktail while
taking in the fantastic
views of the seascape as
you voyage at sunset.
Reserve the open-air
Jacuzzi together with
our on-board spa
services.
Onboard Safety
The boat itself was designed by the
Industrial Ship Designing Institute and
is inspected by the local Maritime
Registration Authority annually and
certified accordingly. It is the only
steel boat in Halong Bay built to meet
seafaring standards. It is designed to
be balanced even with a 23-degree list.
The Vietnamese Marine Authorities
certify all materials and equipment used
in the construction of the boat
construction from the steel, electrical
cables and generators. Every vessel is
fitted with professional marine safety
equipment: VHF Radio, GPS Plotting,
Two-way radios, Water Ingress Alarm
System, Anti-sinking Pump System, Fire
Alarm system System and Fire
Extinguishers. The Au Co boats have
double the safety coefficient required
by the authorities.
All The Au Co vessels operate under
professional daily technical supervision
and ongoing maintenance schedules. Each
vessel maintenance schedule includes
regular monthly and bi-annual routine
maintenance and an annual dry-docking to
ensure all aspects of seaworthiness and
accommodation are in good condition.
All The Au Co vessels are covered with
maximum vessel insurance based on the
vessel certification, including total
Crew and Passenger capacity.
Safety on
board
The Au Co places the highest priority on
the safety and security of our vessels
and all Passengers, Crew and Crew
members onboard.
All The Au Co vessels are commanded by a
Captain, and manned by a professional
Deck Crew and Crew members. All Crew and
Crew members have training certificates
or recognized expertise accredited by
the relevant Vietnamese Government
Authorities.
Our Cruise Managers conduct a safety
briefing prior to departure, which
includes onboard procedures and clear
instructions in case of emergency.
All The Au Co Crew are trained for SOLAS
(Safety of Life at Sea) and dealing with
emergencies. Refresher training and live
drills are conducted every month.
The Gulf of Tonkin is the
perfect place to experience a
wide range of activities, from
biking to kayaking, from
swimming to squid fishing.
Whichever you choose you will do
so surrounded by some of the
most dramatic and exciting
scenery, heightening your sense
of adventure.
Kayaking
This is not only a healthy
sporting activity but also one
of the best and easiest ways to
explore the magnificent caves,
lagoons and World Heritage
sights of Halong Bay; as well as
the more unspoilt, neighboring
bays of Lan Ha and Bai Tu Long.
Famous for its thousands of
islands and islets spread
throughout the wide bays, our
small kayaks for 1-2 (and even
3) people are not only easy to
control and great exercise but
also offer a fresh and
interesting perspective on the
delightful scenery surrounding
you.
Biking on Cat Ba Island
Taking a leisurely bike ride
through the scenic landscape of
Cat Ba National Park is one of
the best ways to enjoy the
beauty of this wonderful island.
Cat Ba is the largest island in
the Gulf of Tonkin. Indeed, the
Lonely Planet described Cat Ba
as being ‘rugged, craggy and
jungle-clad, it is straight out
of Jurassic Park’.
Swimming and snorkeling
‘Really nice and refreshing’ is
how passengers often describe
wallowing in the placid waters
of Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay and
Bai Tu Long Bay. Indeed, this is
an experience not to be missed.
Whether you choose to swim or
snorkel, The Au Co staff are
always on hand to ensure your
safety and make sure you have an
enjoyable time in the cool, dark
waters of the Gulf of Tonkin.
Squid fishing
Sleepless in Halong? We have the
cure! As night falls, The Au
Co’s staff will hand out fishing
rods and guide you in this
interesting pastime, which could
easily occupy an entire evening.
Be patient, focus, and soon,
with a flick of the wrist, you
can celebrate your very first
catch! And of course, your
‘reward’ is to see the fruits of
your labour turned into one of
many inspired dishes by The Au
Co’s team of chefs.
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