Au Co Cruise

Style: Modern Launched: 2012 32 Cabin(s)
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What travelers love about Au Co Cruise

Style: Modern, bright and impressive on white design

Newly operated, spacious, clean and elegant cruise

A fully adventurous journey: The only cruise to discover 3 bays in Ha Long: Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay.

Outstanding staffs, efficient and hospital crew.

Comfortable and spacious cabin- with a balcony which affords great views

Suitable for famiy, MICE, team building,...

Delicious food - something to look forward to

Plenty of interesting activities: explore Cat Ba island, visit the fishing village, kayaking, swimming.

Room Types

Deluxe

Room with balcony

12 Rooms

Ocean view

Double/twin

20 m²

Main deck

Max Guest
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Grand Deluxe

2 Rooms

Ocean view

Double

25 m²

Second deck

Max Guest
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Executive

Room with balcony

14 Rooms

Ocean view

Double/twin

20 m²

Second deck

Max Guest
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Lac Long Quan Suite

Room with balcony

2 Rooms

Ocean view

Double

36 m²

Second deck

Max Guest
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Au Co Suite

Room with balcony

2 Rooms

Ocean view

Double

40 m²

Second deck

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Au Co Cruise: Itineraries & Routes

  • Cruising through thousand of limestones on the bay
  • Cycling in Viet Hai Village in Cat Ba
  • Enjoy kayaking or traditional rowing boat in Cua Van Floating Village
  • Join a traditional Vietnamese Tea Ceremony and learn about the culture
DayTransferDestinationsSummaryMeal
Day 1Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina...Hotel Pick up, arrive Tuan Chau Marina, embark Au Co...LD
Day 2Halong Bay - Trinh Nu...Tai Chi Lesson, kayak around Trinh Nu Cave, check out,...B

Day 1: Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina - Cat Ba Island - Viet Hai village

Transfer: Cruise, Car
Activities: Hotel Pick up, arrive Tuan Chau Marina, embark Au Co Cruise, choose a bicycle and pedal to Viet Hai Village, Learn about Viet Hai Community Farm & Sace the Langurs, experience squid fishing, overnight on board
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
08:30 Shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and then transfer to Tuan Chau Marina. 

11:45

Arrive at Bhaya Cruise Center, located within the Tuan Chau Marina. Relax in the private lounge that is exclusively accessible to The Au Co’s passengers.
12:15 Board The Au Co and visit the cabin before heading to the Halong Restaurant for a safety briefing as well as to meet the Cruise Manager and the crew while enjoying a fresh welcome drink.
13:00 The journey begins with a fusion lunch while The Au Co cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, passing Trong Mai Islet.
14:45 Arrive at Cat Ba Island. Choose a bicycle and pedal to Viet Hai Village – a small village nestled in the heart of Cat Ba National Park. Stop at Bhaya Café for a drink and learn about "Viet Hai Community Farm" &"Save the Langurs", two of Bhaya Cruises’ corporate social responsibilities projects.
16:15 Bid farewell to the Viet Hai village and return to where the ship anchors. Cool off with a swim in the emerald lagoon around Viet Hai pier.
17:00 Return to the boat to freshen up as the boat cruises toward the anchor point.
17:30 Participate in a cooking or fruit carving demonstration on the sundeck (or in the restaurant, depending on the weather). Admire the sunset over enchanting Halong Bay while enjoying the Happy Hour promotion on a selection of drinks.
19:15 Savor the beautiful set-menu dinner in the restaurant.
21:00 The evening is at leisure to sip cocktails on the sundeck or enjoy squid fishing after dinner on the main deck. Retire to your cabin for a good night’s sleep

Day 2: Halong Bay - Trinh Nu cave - Tuan Chau Marina - Hanoi

Transfer: Cruise, Car
Activities: Tai Chi Lesson, kayak around Trinh Nu Cave, check out, enjoy buffet brunch, disembarkation at Tuan Chau,
Meals: Breakfast
06:15 Rejuvenate the body and spirit with a refreshing Tai Chi lesson as the sun rises over the acclaimed UNESCO Heritage Site. Complimentary coffee and tea are served in the restaurant at this time for those who might need a pick-me-up.
06:45 A light breakfast is served in the restaurant while The Au Co cruises towards the center of Halong Bay.
07:30 Kayak around the Trinh Nu area or visit Trinh Nu Cave – one of the finest sunlightfilled caves in Halong Bay covering an area of 2,000m2 with stunning stalactites and stalagmites.
08:30 Return to The Au Co and prepare to checkout.
09:30 Enjoy a buffet brunch in Halong Restaurant as the ship leisurely cruises back to the harbor, passing Ngon Tay Islet.
10:30 Disembark at Tuan Chau International Marina. Around 11:30 AM: Shuttle bus will transfer you back to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. 
Goodbye & see you again! Hẹn Gặp Lại!

Included services

  • Welcome drink
  • Air-conditioned en-suite cabin
  • Excursions* as indicated in the program
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Use of kayak
  • Meals as indicated in the program
  • Onboard insurance, tax, and service charge
  • Visa, airfares, transportation to/from
  • Halong Bay
  • Beverages, spa, and personal expenses
  • All other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusion list
  • Cruising through thousand of limestones on the bay
  • Discover Lan Ha Bay, explore Viet Hai Village
  • Enjoy Rowing boat or kayaking in Luon Cave
  • Explore the Trinh Nu area by kayak and experience the awe-inspiring beauty of nature
  • Explore Sung Sot Cave - one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay
DayTransferDestinationsSummaryMeal
Day 1Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina...Hotel Pick up, arrive Tuan Chau Marina, embark Au Co...LD
Day 2Halong Bay - Luon CaveTai Chi on the sundeck, breakfast at the restaurant, rowing...BLD
Day 3Halong Bay - Sung Sot...Practise Tai Chi, visit Sung Sot Cave or Titov Island,...B

Day 1: Hanoi - Tuan Chau Marina - Lan Ha bay - Viet Hai village

Transfer: Car
Activities: Hotel Pick up, arrive Tuan Chau Marina, embark Au Co Cruise, discover Viet Hai Village to learn about Viet Hai Community Farm & Save the Langurs, experience squid fishing, overnight on board
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Around 08:00 – 08:30 Shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and then transfer to Tuan Chau Marina. 

11:30 Arrive at Bhaya Cruise Center, located within the Tuan Chau International Marina.

12:00 Board The Au Co and inspect the cabin before heading to the Halong Restaurant for a safety briefing as well as to meet the Cruise Manager and the crew while enjoying a fresh welcome drink.

12:30 Enjoy lunch as the Au Co cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay.

14:30 Ride a bike or hop on an electric cart through Viet Hai village – a peaceful remote enclave within Cat Ba Island. Exploring local life and Bhaya’s CSR projects like ‘Bhaya Community Farm’ and ‘Save the Langurs.’ Unwind at Bhaya Café, sip a refreshing ‘mojitea’ or try making ‘Bánh Cuốn’ a favorite Northern Vietnamese dish.

16:30 Return to the vessel and enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear lagoon where the ship anchors.

17:30 Back to the vessel as it cruises to the anchoring point for the night.

18:00 Marvel at the glorious sunset over enchanting Halong Bay while enjoying the Happy Hour promotion on a selection of drinks.

19:30 Savor the sumptuous dinner.

21:00 Join a vibrant rice wine tasting session at the restaurant or bar, and discover fascinating facts about Vietnam’s most popular rice wines, including local favorites from the Halong region.

21:30 Enjoy the Happy Hour promotion on a selection of drinks until 22:30. 

Take this time to relax, unwind, and engage in great conversations with fellow passengers.

Day 2: Halong Bay - Luon Cave

Transfer: Cruise
Activities: Tai Chi on the sundeck, breakfast at the restaurant, rowing boat or kayak to discover the tranquil beauty of Luon Cave, explore the Trinh Nu Area by kayak, cooking on sundeck, have dinner, overnight on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

06:15  Rejuvenate the body and spirit with a refreshing Tai Chi lesson as the sun rises over the acclaimed UNESCO Heritage Site.

07:00  Start the day with breakfast.

07:30  Get on a rowing boat or kayak to discover the tranquil beauty of Luon Cave, as you’re surrounded by the breathtaking majesty of towering karsts and limestone mountains.

08:15  Back to the boat. The vessel cruises leisurely toward Trinh Nu Area.

12:00  Lunch is served in the restaurant.

15:00  Explore the Trinh Nu area by kayak and experience the awe-inspiring beauty of nature, navigating through the rugged mountains rising from the emerald waters.

16:00  Back to the vessel as it cruises to the anchoring point for the night.

17:30  Bar opens for a Happy Hour promotion. Join the exciting cooking on the sundeck (or in the restaurant, depending on the weather). Don’t miss out on the stunning view of the sunset over the enchanting Halong Bay from the sundeck of the boat.

19:00  Savor the sumptuous dinner in the restaurant.

21:30  Unwind and enjoy a peaceful evening, or join our staff on the main deck for some squid fishing. Then, retreat to your cabin for a restful night’s sleep.

Day 3: Halong Bay - Sung Sot Cave - Tuan Chau Marina - Hanoi

Transfer: Cruise, Car
Activities: Practise Tai Chi, visit Sung Sot Cave or Titov Island, transfer back to Hanoi Old Quarter
Meals: Breakfast

06:15 Take advantage of a second chance to start the day with a revitalizing morning Tai Chi session on the sundeck.

07:00 Breakfast is served in the restaurant.

07:30 Passengers can choose either to:

Explore Sung Sot Cave, the largest cave in Halong Bay, with 10,000 square meters of space that holds thousands of stalactites and stalagmites and is threaded by a 500-meter paved passageway.

OR

Enjoy an excursion to Titov Island, where you can leisurely swim and sunbathe on the pristine beach.

08:30 Back to the boat and prepare your luggage for check out.

Breakfast continues to be served in the restaurant.

09:00 Get ready to check out and settle your bills at the reception area.

10:00 Disembark at Tuan Chau harbor. Good bye and see you again! Hẹn Gặp Lại. Transfer back to Hanoi. Arrival in Hanoi around 14:30 PM.

NOTE: *Excursions are subject to change without prior notice due to weather and operating conditions at sea.

Included services

  • Welcome drink
  • Air-conditioned en-suite cabin
  • Excursions* as indicated in the program
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Use of kayak
  • Meals as indicated in the program
  • Onboard insurance, tax, and service charge
  • Visa, airfares, transportation to/from Halong Bay
  • Beverages, spa, and personal expenses
  • All other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusion list

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