The Au Co Cruise Halong

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The Au Co Cruise Halong

THE AU CO ITINERARY – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY

Duration2 days 1 night & 3 days 2 nights | Transportbus | Departuredaily

The Au Co Cruise Halong offers a refined luxury journey across both Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, Vietnam’s UNESCO treasures. Guests enjoy spacious cabins with private balconies, gourmet dining, kayaking, cave exploration, and cycling excursions. With 2-day 1-night and 3-day 2-night itineraries, plus daily transfers from Hanoi, The Au Co is an immersive way to experience the natural beauty and cultural depth of Northern Vietnam.

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One of the prettiest ships in Halong, the steel-hulled Au Co offers smooth sailing through Halong and Lan Ha bays. Retrace the steps of colonial-era explorers in vintage style aboard this 32-cabin ship, visiting hidden beaches, forested islands, and gorgeous sea lakes.
Sail through both Halong and Lan Ha Bays on our 2D/1N itinerary, cycling to the remote village of Viet Hai on Cat Ba Island and enjoying a serene rowboat outing through the floating village of Cua Van. On board, cooking competitions, sunrise Tai Chi, and gourmet Vietnamese fusion meals delight.

Step aboard The Au Co Cruise Halong, a luxury vessel designed for travelers seeking more than just a journey—it’s an experience of culture, comfort, and discovery. Sailing through both Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, The Au Co offers a deeper exploration of Vietnam’s world-renowned seascapes.

Guests can relax in spacious, elegantly designed cabins with private balconies that open directly to panoramic views of limestone karsts and emerald waters. The cruise highlights include kayaking in hidden lagoons, visiting mystical caves, swimming on secluded beaches, and cycling through Viet Hai village on Cat Ba Island. Each activity is carefully curated to combine adventure with authentic cultural encounters.

On board, indulge in fine dining with a mix of traditional Vietnamese cuisine and international dishes prepared by skilled chefs. The Au Co also features a sun deck, spa services, and evening activities such as squid fishing or stargazing.

With 2 days 1 night and 3 days 2 nights itineraries available, along with daily shuttle bus transfers from Hanoi, The Au Co Cruise Halong is the perfect blend of luxury, culture, and natural wonder—creating memories that last a lifetime.

2 days 1 night

OPT1: Discover Halong Bay

DAY 1: BHAYA CRUISE CENTRE – HA LONG BAY (L/D)
08.00 – 08:30: You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to Ha Long (For guests booking Limousine Bus only).

11:30| Arrive at Bhaya Classic 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 boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, passing Fighting-cock Islet.

15:00| Discover the Trinh Nu area by Kayak surrounded by cascading mountains that jutout from the jewel-colored waters of the bay or sunbathe on Trinh Nu Cave’s beautiful beach

16:30| Return to the boat and freshen up for the evening’s activities.

17:30| Bar opens for a Happy Hour promotion. Join the exciting cooking or fruit carving demonstration 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 delicious dinner in the restaurant.

21:00| Join the exciting Vietnamese rice wine tasting.

21:30| Rest in your Cabin or relax on deck with lights and stars and enjoy drinks/cocktails/local wine at buy 1 get 1 free (selected drinks till 10:30) or join squid fishing with our staff onboard

DAY 2: HALONG BAY – HANOI (B/L/D)

06:15| Rejuvenate the body and the mind with a refreshing Tai Chi lesson during sunrise on the deck.

07:00| Breakfast is served in the restaurant while the boat cruises towards the center of the World Heritage Site.

07:30| Explore Sung Sot Cave, the largest cave inside
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 could leisurely swim/ sunbathe on the pristine beach. If you’re into trekking, take a hike to the top of the mountain, where you can get a panorama view of Halong Bay.

08:30| Back to the boat. The vessel cruises leisurely back to harbor.

09:00| Prepare to check out. Breakfast is continue being served in the restaurant

10:30| Disembark from the Bhaya boat at Tuan Chau International Marina. Farewell.
11:45 -12:00| Get on the luxury van and get back to Hanoi. (For guests booking Limousine Bus only)
Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter at around 15:00, end of unforgettable trip. 


OPT2: Discover Lan Ha Bay & Halong Bay

DAY 1: HALONG – LAN HA BAY (L/D)
08.00 – 08:30: You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to Ha Long (For guests booking Limousine Bus only).
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 – HANOI (B/Br)
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 sunlight-filled 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.
09:00| Enjoy a buffet brunch in Halong Restaurant.
09:30| Leisurely enjoy the scenery on the way back to the harbour (*)
10:30| Disembark at Tuan Chau International Marina.
Goodbye & see you again!
11:45 -12:00| Get on the luxury van and get back to Hanoi. (For guests booking Limousine Bus only)
Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter at around 15:00, end of unforgettable trip. 

TOUR PRICE: VNĐ/ PAX

The Au Co Cruise 2 days 1 night

TYPE OF CABIN1 PAX2 PAX3 PAX
Deluxe & Grand Cabin
20m2– 1st floor
240$320$444$
Executive Cabin
20m22nd floor
320$360$498$
Long Quan Suite
40m2-2nd floor
472$544$738$
Au Co Suite
30m2– 2nd floor
560$624$846$
►Round trip Limousine bus pick up & drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter area:
✓  Shuttle bus 29 seats: N/A
✓  Limousine bus: 24$ / Pax/ rournd trip

Children policy
Children under 6 years old are FOC, sharing a room with parent/s.. The 2nd children charge 50% and sharing room with parent. 
• Children from 6 to 11 years of age are charged 75%, sharing a room with parent/s. If you want to use Extra bed, charge same as aldult.
• Children from 12 years old will be considered adult

►INCLUSION:
– Welcome drink
– Air-conditioned en-suite cabin
– Excursions* as indicated in the program
– Entrance and sightseeing fees
– kayak
– Meals as indicated in the program
– Onboard insurance, tax, and service charge

►EXCLUSION:
– Visa, airfares, transportation to/from Halong Bay
– Beverages, spa, and personal expenses
– All other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusion list

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

►IMPORTANT NOTES:
– Operating conditions vary from day to day which might require passengers transferring to a speedboat to return to the harbor on certain days. Bhaya Cruises will inform the passengers as soon as possible if using a speedboat is required for check-out.
Inclement weather, tide levels, and operating conditions at sea may force changes in the cruise itinerary and schedule at any time. Kayaking and swimming excursion, in particular, may be canceled or relocated to another area due to rough weather.
– The cruise offers fusion cuisine: international, seafood, and Vietnamese. Please advise Bhaya Cruises at least one (01) week before departure about any specific food preference, dietary, or food allergies.
Port authority insists on advance registration including full name, gender, date of birth, nationality, and passport number. At check-in, a valid passport is required. Port authorities may deny boarding if these conditions are not met.
Free Wifi available on the terrace deck, but note that the internet signal at sea suffers frequent interruption.
– Join us in protecting the environment and saying NO to plastic waste. Bhaya Cruises offers free filtered water in the restaurant area, where guests can refill their personal water bottles during the journey. Amenity kits (toothbrushes and cotton swabs) are available in the reception area. We encourage passengers to prepare their own personal belongings when traveling.

3 days 2 nights

DAY 1: HALONG – LAN HA BAY (L/D)

08.00 – 08:30: You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to Ha Long (For guests booking Limousine Bus or shuttle bus only).
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.
12:30| 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 responsibility 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 (B/L/D)
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.
07:30| A breakfast is served in the restaurant while The Au Co cruises towards the center the next destination.
09:00| Explore Trinh Nu Area where you could visit the cave and swim/ kayak in the
emerald water. Trinh Nu Cave is one of the finest sunlight-filled caves in Halong Bay covering an area of 2,000m2 with stunning stalactites and stalagmites. Take a swim or sunbathe on Trinh Nu Beach.
11:00| Return to The Au Co Cruise to refresh after the morning excursion.
11:15| Take a bridge tour by the Captain and an engine room tour by the Chief Mechanic to discover more about The Au Co cruise.
12:15| Enjoy a lunch in Halong Restaurant as the ship leisurely cruises past beautiful karst towers.
14:00| The ship starts cruising toward the heart of Halong Bay.
15:30| 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.
16:45| Return to The Au Co for some time at leisure to relax or try the Jacuzzi onboard. Then the ship returns to place anchors for the night.
17:00| Lan Ha bar opens again for Happy Hour promotion on a selection of drinks with complimentary snacks. Enjoy the sunset falls over the horizon.
19:15| Immerse in the beauty of Halong Bay at night during a sumptuous dinner in the restaurant.
21:00| Relax in your cabin or enjoy a drink and chat with new friends at the Lan Ha Bar. Or enjoy the squid fishing program after dinner on the first deck.
Retire to your cabin for a good night’s sleep.

DAY 3: HALONG BAY – HANOI (B/Br)
06:15| Take advantage of a second chance to start the day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee.
07:00| A light breakfast is served in Ha Long restaurant.
07:45| Avoid the morning crowd and enjoy an early visit to Sung Sot Cave, the largest cave of the Bay with 10,000 square meters of space holding thousands of stalactites and stalagmites in fascinating shapes and sizes.
08:30| Return to The Au Co and prepare to check out.
09:30| Enjoy the brunch served in the restaurant while the ship cruises toward the harbor.
10:30| Disembark from The Au Co at Tuan Chau International Marina.
Goodbye & see you again! 

TOUR PRICE: VNĐ/ PAX

The Au Co Cruise 3 days 2 nights

TYPE OF CABIN1 PAX2 PAX3 PAX
Deluxe & Grand Cabin
20m2– 1st floor
460$
608$
828$
Executive Cabin
20m22nd floor
565$
688$
936$
Long Quan Suite
40m2-2nd floor
928$
1.056$
1.440$
Au Co Suite
30m2– 2nd floor
1.088$
1.232$
1.696$
►Round trip Limousine bus pick up & drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter area:
✓  Shuttle bus 29 seats: N/A
✓  Limousine bus: 24$ / Pax

Children policy
• Children under 6 years old are FOC, sharing a room with parent/s.. The 2nd children charge 50% and sharing room with parent. 
• Children from 6 to 11 years of age are charged 75%, sharing a room with parent/s. If you want to use Extra bed, charge same as aldult.
• Children from 12 years old will be considered adult
►INCLUSION:

– Welcome drink
– Air-conditioned en-suite cabin
– Excursions* as indicated in the program
– Entrance and sightseeing fees
– kayak
– Meals as indicated in the program
– Onboard insurance, tax, and service charge

►EXCLUSION:
– Visa, airfares, transportation to/from Halong Bay
– Beverages, spa, and personal expenses
– All other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusion list

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

►IMPORTANT NOTES:
– Operating conditions vary from day to day which might require passengers transferring to a speedboat to return to the harbor on certain days. Bhaya Cruises will inform the passengers as soon as possible if using a speedboat is required for check-out.
Inclement weather, tide levels, and operating conditions at sea may force changes in the cruise itinerary and schedule at any time. Kayaking and swimming excursion, in particular, may be canceled or relocated to another area due to rough weather.
– The cruise offers fusion cuisine: international, seafood, and Vietnamese. Please advise Bhaya Cruises at least one (01) week before departure about any specific food preference, dietary, or food allergies.
Port authority insists on advance registration including full name, gender, date of birth, nationality, and passport number. At check-in, a valid passport is required. Port authorities may deny boarding if these conditions are not met.
Free Wifi available on the terrace deck, but note that the internet signal at sea suffers frequent interruption.
– Join us in protecting the environment and saying NO to plastic waste. Bhaya Cruises offers free filtered water in the restaurant area, where guests can refill their personal water bottles during the journey. Amenity kits (toothbrushes and cotton swabs) are available in the reception area. We encourage passengers to prepare their own personal belongings when traveling.

The Au Co Cruise Halong
  • Price: 160 USD
  • Depart: Daily
  • Time: 2 & 3 Days
  • Vehicle: Bus
  • Schedule: Halong & Lan Ha Bay
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