AU CO CRUISE – A 5 STAR CRUISE IN HA LONG & LAN HA BAY

DAY 1: HALONG – LAN HA BAY (LUNCH/DINNER) 8:00- 8:25: Our Shuttle Bus/ Limousine Bus will pick you up at your hotel in Old Quarter. 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 (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 – TUAN CHAU ISLAND (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. 11:00- 12:00: The shuttle Bus/ Limousine Bus will pick up you and go back Hanoi. 15:00- 16:00 Arrive at Hanoi. The driver drop you off  at your hotel in Old Quarter. Goodbye and see you again!