Leave the bustle of Hanoi behind as you take the 2.5 hour drive to Halong Bay. Relax and enjoy a drink before it’s time to board your boat. The sophisticated Au Co ship feels luxurious and tranquil, with 32 cabins, each with a private balcony and large windows to soak in the views. Take some time to settle into your cabin, or explore the ship amenities: the library, the jacuzzi, the restaurant, the spa, the bar and the sundeck.

Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese buffet lunch as you sail through Halong Bay, meeting your fellow passengers.

Your first stop is the village of Viet Hai, a community of just 80 households, nestled in the midst of jungle. You can choose to head into the village by hiking, biking, or taking the trolley. You’ll then visit a community farm, enjoy a refreshing ‘mojitea’ at the Bhaya Cafe, and then have a go at preparing ‘Bánh Cuốn’, a popular local dish, in a cooking class.

Later in the afternoon, you’ll have the chance to swim in a crystal clear, secluded lagoon, surrounded by limestone towers.

Take advantage of Happy Hour back on board, and enjoy a Vietnamese rice-wine tasting after dinner.

Your chosen cabin

Lunch and dinner

This morning, enjoy breakfast on board, before you head to explore the mysterious Trinh Nu Cave, exclusive to Bhaya Cruise guests. This sunlight-filled cave leads you to a secluded beach, where you can relax, or go kayaking in the jade-coloured waters.

In the afternoon, visit Cua Van Floating Village, surrounded by crystalline waters and the breathtaking limestone karsts. Discover its colourful floating homes, calm waters and friendly locals, exploring by rowing boat or kayak.

Back on the boat for dinner, take part in a cooking session on the sundeck, as you watch the mesmerising sunset light up the sky. Then, try your hand at squid fishing, before you retire to your cabin.

Your chosen cabin

Breakfast, lunch and dinner

On your final morning, there is the opportunity for a spot of Tai Chi on deck, as the sun rises, before brunch is served.

With a choice of activities, you can explore the picturesque Sung Sot Cave, the largest cave in Halong Bay. Walk through the three main chambers admiring the eerie stalagmites and stalagmites. Alternatively, visit Titov island, where you can swim or sunbathe on the pristine beach.

Following your morning activity, you’ll return to the port around 10:00am, after an incredible three days discovering UNESCO Heritage Halong Bay.

Breakfast

• Executive Cabins are located on the upper deck and Deluxe Cabins are located on the main deck
• Either twin or queen-sized beds (and there are a limited number of connecting rooms available)
• A private balcony with a seating area
• Walk in glass shower

• Located on the upper deck
• Panoramic windows
• Double or twin beds
• Walk in glass showers

• Prime location at the stern of the boat
• A king-sized bed
• Seating area
• A large, private balcony with sun loungers
• Ocean-view bathtub and a walk-in shower

• Situated on the upper deck
• Wraparound balcony offering panoramic views
• King-sized bed
• Seating area
• Free-standing bathtub and a walk-in shower