The Au Co Cruise
Prices starting from:
US$175
per person
Availability
About The Au Co Cruise
Au Co Cruise offers a truly distinctive and luxurious way to explore the timeless beauty of Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay, venturing beyond the standard tourist routes. After years of careful renovation, the cruise has regained its elegance and charm, emerging as one of the largest steel ships operating in the bay.
The cruise features 32 spacious cabins with modern comforts and private balconies that allow guests to enjoy every minute together. One of its highlights is the expansive sundeck, perfectly arranged for sunbathing, open-air dining, relaxation, and socializing, along with an inviting open-air jacuzzi where guests can unwind amid breathtaking limestone scenery.
The vessel also offers a rich selection of onboard and offboard activities to enhance every moment, from cooking demonstrations, wine tasting sessions, morning Tai Chi, and yoga classes, alongside classic bay experiences such as kayaking and guided excursions. To ensure a seamless travel experience, Hanoi round-trip shuttle bus transfers are available, making Au Co Cruise a complete, convenient, and truly memorable journey through northern Vietnam?s most iconic destination
Included/Exclude
- Welcome cocktail, Entrance fees and sightseeing fees
- Accommodation in luxury air-conditioned en-suite cabin
- 02 Lunches, 02 Dinners & 02 Breakfasts.
- Iced-water & regular tea during the cruise
- Kayak and snorkeling equipment
- Flower & basket / suite / stay
- Onboard insurance
- Airfares, transfers to and from Ha Long Bay
- Visa arrangements
- Beauty spa services
- Other beverages, tips and personal expenses
- All other services not clearly mentioned
Tour Amenities
Cycling
Kayaking
Squid Fishing
Tai ChiCruise itinerary
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DAY 1: HALONG-LAN HA BAY
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
11:30 Arrive at Bhaya Cruise Center, located within the Tuan Chau International Marina
12:00 Board The Au Co and check out your cabin before heading to the Halong Restaurant for a safety briefing and meeting the Cruise Manager and the crew.
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 Caf?, sip a refreshing ‘mojitea,’ or try making ‘B?nh Cu?n,’ a favorite Northern Vietnamese dish.
17:00 Return to the vessel and enjoy swimming in the emerald lagoon where the ship anchors.
17:30 Back to the boat and freshen up as the ship cruises to the anchor point.
18:00 Admire the sunset over enchanting Halong Bay while enjoying the Happy Hour promotion on a selection of drinks.
19:30 Savor the sumptuous dinner in the restaurant.
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. Alternatively, passengers are welcome to join our staff for squid fishing on the main deck.
DAY 2: HALONG BAY
Meals: Breakfast
06:15 Rejuvenate the body and spirit with a refreshing Tai Chi session 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 and prepare your luggage for check out.
Breakfast continues to be served in the restaurant.
09:30 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!
(*) Operating conditions might require passengers to transfer back to the harbor by a speed boat at check-out time. Passengers will be informed by the Cruise Manager.
DAY 1: HALONG-LAN HA BAY
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
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.
12:45 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 Caf?, sip a refreshing ‘mojitea’ or try making ‘B?nh Cu?n’ 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
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.
08:30 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.
09:30 Back to the boat. The vessel cruises leisurely toward Cua Van floating village.
12:00 Lunch is served in the restaurant.
15:00 Sight-see around Cua Van Floating Village well-known for its location in the heart of Halong Bay, by kayak or traditional rowing boat. The area is considered one of the most beautiful destinations in the world by Travel & Leisure Magazine.
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-TUAN CHAU ISLAND
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!
Important Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay:
- The cancellation decision is made by Management Board of Halong Bay on the day of the trip in case of bad weather conditions. In such case, we will make alternative travel arrangement for you on request or offer refund in accordance with the cruise policy.
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Booking Policy
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of chargeÂ
- From 30 to 11 days prior to check-in: 15% of total ratesÂ
- From 10 to 7 days prior to check in: 30% of total rates.Â
- Less than 7 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.Â
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
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5
We always stay at here when in town. The location is great, staff is wonderful and we love the overall feel. Beautiful view from the here.
4.6
This is the best tour on the east coast! It was amazing how many places we visited and what great memories we made!
4.4
It is a great place to shop not too far from New York. We took the bus from Port Authority and traveled through the countryside to get there.