Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay & Bai Tu Long Bay is a surreal beautiful landscape of limestone karsts erupting formation in the Tonkin gulf from the ocean like tidal waves made solid by magic and time. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, this natural wonder of the world has since become the single most popular tourist attraction in all of Vietnam. The 1500km2 bay is cupped by the Vietnam coastline just south of the Chinese border and dotted with thousands of uninhabited islands, floating fishing villages, and labyrinthine cave systems teeming with fossils, rock formations, myths, and mysteries.

Kayaking in Halong Bay:

Kayaking is a must try when you visit Halong Bay. With your kayak and paddles, you are free to explore limestone caves and secluded beaches. The water in Halong is calm which makes kayaking easier. During your journey with The Au Co Cruise, guests will have the choice to kayak in both Ba Ham Lake and Dark & Bright caves. Featuring many beautiful beaches and thousands of karst towers in a variety of shapes and sizes, kayaking in these areas will be a highlight of your cruise. Aboard The Au Co, we provide guests with sit-on-top kayaks. This type of kayak is light and easy to control, making it easy for beginners to operate. There are private kayaks onboard during the cruise so guests can go anytime they like provided the ship is in one of the designated kayaking areas.

Cycling:

The three-day two-night cruise enables The Au Co to take guests further, and explore areas of Halong Bay more thoroughly. Biking is often one of the guests’ favourite activities during The Au Co Cruise. Our guests will have a chance to bike in one of famous Halong’s traditional village located in the midst of the jungle. The village covers a total area of 86.25 km² with a population of just 213 people. The total distance for biking is about 5 km. There are some low hills and a tunnel. It should be easy for everyone to keep up but there are some other options available. You can choose either to bike in and out of the village or use an electric cart. Our tour guide will lead the biking group and introduce guests to the site. Take your time to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery

Trekking:

Trekking is an exclusive activity that is only offered on our three-day two-night cruise. Halong’s largest island is an ideal places for this activity. The island covers an area of 354 sq km, endowed with green forests, limestone mountains and karst caves. One part of the island was declared a national park. The trekking tour involves climbing to a cave. There will be a tour guide for the entirety of the trek, who knows the area and is experienced in trekking. During the trek, guests can see rare endemic species of fauna and flora. Many species in the national park are very distinctive and are listed in the World Red Book. The most typical example is the Cat Ba Langur in which protection projects are dedicated to.

Relaxing on beach:

Together with kayaking, swimming is another activity on the must-do list. There are certain areas that allow swimming in the bay where the water is not too deep. The water is a nice temperature, cool in the summer, and the emerald waters are perfect for swimming. If you look through the water, you can often see coral at the bottom. After swimming, you can choose a sandy beach to relax or sunbathe. Beaches in Halong are not as large as the ones along the coast but many small beaches stretching between the mountains offer magnificent views of the bay. In addition, guests can find their own private beach, with no one on sight, for a more secluded and idyllic experience. 

Au Co Luxury Cruise will sail through both Halong and Lan Ha Bay ( check our tour itinerary), doing 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. Onboard, cooking competitions, sunrise Tai Chi, and gourmet Vietnamese fusion meals delight. Here you find out the best itineraries of Au Co cruises.

It will not be a perfect trip to Halong without Au Co Cruise. Visit Halong Bay, there are many cruises for you to choose, and the Au Co Cruise is an outstanding choice. Book our perfect Au Co Cruise Halong to explore Halong Bay with many activities and top attractions nearby.

Halong Tours offers daily tours & package tours from Hanoi. The tours include sleeping onboard, sunbathing in Halong Bay, practicing Tai Chi on deck, visiting floating villages, riding on Cat Ba Island, viewing Halong Bay from a seaplane, discovering Hidden Grottos and Caves, dining in the cave, kayaking between karsts limestone outcrops, swimming in Halong Bay, spot the birdlife and wildlife on Cat Ba Island, chill out on beautiful beaches of Lan Ha Island, watching sunset from the deck, hiking on Ban Sen Island, Night Squid Fishing, BBQs on the beach, Scuba Diving and Mountain climbing.

For the best value of amazing Halong Tours, please be in touch with us: Email: vietnamtours@impresstravel.com & call to Mr. Alex Impress Travel Manager at his cell-phone (+84) 9123 79 189

All the latest breaking news & travel information on Halong travel, and browse The Independent’s complete collection of articles and commentary on Halong tours & Halong bay cruises: Halong bay’s visiting places, culture, history, and landscape of the natural wonder of the world