08.15 – 08.45: Pick up from the Old Quarter Hanoi.

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.