itinerary
The Au Co Embarkation, Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay Cruise
| 12:30 | Arrive at Bhaya Cruise Centre, located within the Tuan Chau International Marina. Relax in the private lounge that is exclusively accessible to The Au Co’s passengers with amuse-bouche and lemon tea. |
| 12:45 | 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 Vietnamese fusion lunch while The Au Co cruises towards the southwest of Halong Bay and passing through Trống Mái islet, Ngón Tay islet, Con Cóc islet and Cửa Vạn Fishing village. |
| 15:30 | Be ready with your swimsuit or activewear as we are reaching Hồ Ba Hầm area. Hồ Ba Hầm (3 Lakes) today still retains its mysterious and unspoiled beauty thanks to the hidden location which make access quite difficult You can choose to take a dip in the green emerald water in Ba Ham Lake or get on your kayak and explore this magnificent area. Threaded through the dark caves, you can see beautiful stalactites hanging down in clusters with many strange shapes. Discover natural lakes well hidden behind tall cliffs. |
| 17:30 | Back to Au Co Cruise. |
| 18:00 | Sunset Chilling time, let your hair down, take in the beautiful moment of the day and enjoy Happy hours at the bar. |
| 19:00 | Savour the delicious set-menu dinner in Au Co Restaurant. |
| 21:00 | The evening is at leisure to watch a film at Moonlight Open Cinema, sip cocktails on the sundeck or squid fishing at the reception area. The Au Co will drop anchor at a quiet area, far away from the crowd to ensure you have a peaceful night, sink into your dream surrounded by the sound of nature. |
Lan Ha Bay Cruise & Cat Ba Island
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 | Hot breakfast is served while Au Co cruises to the open sea towards Cat Ba Island. |
08:30 | Arrive on Cat Ba Island. Choose a bicycle and pedal to Viet Hai Village – a small village nestled in the heart of Cat Ba National Park with Bhaya Cruises’ in-house tour guides. |
09:30 | Gather at Bhaya Cafe, the guide will share with you about the village history and “Viet Hai Community Farm” & “Save the Langurs”, two of Bhaya Cruises’ corporate social responsibilities projects. From here, follow the guide for a light trek into the forest or take the cycling map to explore the area at your own pace. |
11:15 | Picnic lunch at Bhaya Cafe, a tranquil oasis in the middle of the village. |
13:00 | Return to The Au Co for some time at leisure to relax while Au Co cruises to Ba Trai Dao area – 3 Peaches is the most beautiful area in Lan Ha Bay filled with natural sandy beaches. |
15:30 | Depending on weather conditions, you can relax at the beach, go snorkelling or kayaking. Take a bridge tour by the Captain and an engine room tour by the Chief Mechanic to discover more about The Au Co cruise. |
17:30 | HAPPY HOUR of the day, sip a cocktail at Lan Ha Bar while watching the sunset in Lan Ha Bay. Take a bridge tour by the Captain and an engine room tour by the Chief Mechanic to discover more about The Au Co cruise. |
19:00 | Join in the signature Barbecue Party to enjoy exquisite fusion cuisine onboard. |
21:00 | Relax in your cabin, chat with new friends or challenge yourself to catch some squids. |
Halong Bay Cruise & Disembarkation
06:15 | Take advantage of a second chance to start the day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck. |
07:00 | Breakfast is served with hot tea and coffee so you can recharge your energy for the active morning. |
08:30 | Sight-see around Cua Van Floating Culture Centre, well-known for its location in the heart of Halong Bay, by traditional rowing boat. The area is considered one of the most beautiful destinations in the world by Travel & Leisure Magazine. |
09:1 | Continue to visit Tiên Ông Cave- the cradle of history. Besides its pure natural beauty, the cave is also a cradle of ancient Vietnamese people. It has contained human bones and artefacts dating back to 10,000 BC – 8,000 BC. |
10:00 | Back to the vessel. Pack your luggage and prepare to check out. |
10:30 | Continue to enjoy the breakfast buffet in the restaurant |
11:45 | Disembark from The Au Co at Tuan Chau International Marina. Hẹn Gặp Lại! |
cabin & Suites
The Au Co has fourteen deluxe cabins, two grand deluxe cabins, twelve executive cabins and 4 suites. All cabins and suites have their own private balcony or terrace.
Conveniently located on the Main Deck and measuring a generous 20 sqm, our 14 Deluxe Cabins feature twin or queen-sized beds, dark wood flooring and furnishings, and a private balcony with chairs, all wrapped in a contemporary green and gold colour palette. Smartly designed bathrooms include a glass-enclosed shower.
A limited number of connecting rooms are available.
Located aft on the Upper Deck, the 2 Grand Deluxe Cabins are ideal for discerning travellers who enjoy quiet comfort and expansive views framed by panoramic windows. With 20 sqm of space, cabins feature dark wood flooring and furnishings and a clean, contemporary design in shades of green and gold. Well-designed bathrooms include a glass-enclosed shower.
Located on the Upper Deck, take in beautiful views from our 12 Executive Cabins. Offering 20 sqm of space, cabins feature twin or queen-sized beds, dark wood flooring and furnishings, and a private balcony with chairs, all wrapped in a contemporary green and gold colour palette. Well-designed bathrooms include a glass-enclosed shower.
A limited number of connecting rooms are available.
Revel in the 40 sqm of space provided by our 2 Long Quan Suites, the ship’s largest and most sumptuous. Located aft on the Upper Deck, throw open the floor-to-ceiling doors and enjoy expansive, uninterrupted views of the bay from your private balcony with chairs and sun loungers. Inside, a vintage Indochine ambience awaits, highlighted by dark wood furnishings and flooring and stylish brass accents.
Be the first to see the views from the wraparound balcony of our 2 forward Au Co Suites. Situated on the Upper Deck, sun-drenched 36 sqm suites swathed in crisp whites and deep blues feature a queen-sized bed, upholstered seating area, bathroom with a free-standing tub and glass-encased shower, and gorgeous hardwood floors.
Cruise Rates & Details
Please find below our cruise rates (rack, before any promotional discount), departures and additional information. You may also like to check actual availability by sending us directly a request at info@amasiatravel.com.
2022 | |
Departure in Oct, Nov, Dec | |
Deluxe | $1,116 |
Grand Deluxe | $1,116 |
Executive | $1,268 |
Long Quan Suite | $1,852 |
Au Co Suite | $2,082 |
2023 | |
Departure in Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr | |
Deluxe | $1,242 |
Grand Deluxe | $1,242 |
Executive | $1,351 |
Long Quan Suite | $1,974 |
Au Co Suite | $2,218 |
- Rates are quoted in USD per cabin based on double /twin sharing occupancy.
- Rates apply for individual traveller booking only.
- Rates are subject to change with or without prior notice. Amasia Travel reserve the right to change the quoted rates.
- Rates do not apply over Christmas and New Year.
- Welcome drink
- 3 Days/ 2 Nights cruise in Halong Bay
- 02-night stay in your chosen cabin type (air-conditioned & en-suite)
- All entrance and sightseeing fees
- Complimentary use of Kayaks
- Complimentary use of a bicycle to explore Viet Hai village
- Excursion as indicated in cruise program*
- 02 Lunches, 02 Dinners, 02 Breakfasts
- Onboard insurance, tax and service charges
*Subject to real-time weather & operation condition & might change without prior notice.
- All airfares, transfers, hotels and visa arrangements.
- Beverages, spa, and personal expenses.
- All services & excursions not clearly indicated in the ‘Rates Include’ list
Departures: Daily
boat information
Deck Plan
Main Deck: Deluxe cabins & Reception
Upper Deck: Executive, Grand Deluxe cabins & Suites
Terrace Deck: Restaurant & Bar
Sundeck
Technical Information
- Number of ships: 02
- Length: 56m
- Width: 10,43m
- Depth: 3,2m
- Crew: 45
- Engines: 02 Yanmar (368KW)
- Passenger cabins: 32 (All with floor-to-ceiling glass doors)
- Passenger berths: 66
- Build: 2011 – 2022
- Air draft: 10m
