Halong Athena Luxury Cruise, Athena Royal & Signature Cruise (#220)

Welcome to Athena Luxury Cruise Halong Bay – The Athena Luxury cruise is a brand that composes the ship Athena Luxury cruise of 21 high-end cabins, the Athena Royal cruise of 22 suite cabins that meet a 5-star standard; the Signature Halong cruise as well as Signature Royal Halong cruise of 12 ensuite cabins providing a high-quality amenities and exceptional services to guests and endeavor to make your stay as pleasurable as possible. Discover amazing scenery and visit breathtaking locations around the Gulf of Tonkin including Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay, and much more.

Coming to Athena, visitors can choose from 1 night or 2 nights package on board and visit the Bay. Athena Group with various cruise brands could organize both routes: a well-known and classic routine in Halong Bay, and another is the non-touristic path in Bai Tu Long Bay. No matter what your travel style, we will make your trip brilliant and unforgettable

Athena Luxury Cruise, Athena Royal Cruise – Program 2 Days 1 Night (#220.1a) 

Set sail through the spectacular landscape of Halong Bay with our Athena cruise. As known as a worldwide reputation for cruising services in Halong Bay, Athena cruise offers a harmony of relaxing in the magical landscape and experience the rustic culture of fishing local people in floating village. The 2 days 1 night overnight package will give you the chance to explore a number of activities such as visiting Sung Sot Cave – the largest cave in Ha Long Bay, kayaking around the Luon Cave, or conquering the peak of Titop Island for a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay.

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay International Harbor – check-in cruise (Lunch, Dinner)

No escort guide, English-speaking guide on boat

8.30-11.30 AM: Our bus picks you up at the hotel in the city center or at The Opera House, #1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem Hanoi (if you use our bus service), we transfer to the Halong International Port, there will have a stop en route

12.00 noon: check-in cruise

Warmly welcomed by Athena Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise.

12.30: Onboard: Transferred to the Athena Cruise by a tender boat. The Cruise Manager and the whole crew member welcome you onboard, a safety briefing and clearing out the itinerary will be delivered while you are enjoying our signature welcome drink

12.45: Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Halong Bay – a natural wonder of the world, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery and famous sights of limestone

14.45: The cruise stops at “Bo Nau” cave (Pelican Cave), the core area of the world’s natural heritage. Transferring by tender to “Sung Sot” Cave (Surprising cave) – the biggest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay.

15.45: Leaving the Surprising Cave, keep moving by tender to the Titov island was named by Uncle Ho, after Gherman Stepanovich Titov – the Soviet astronaut who visited in 1962. Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach, or climbing the steps of the Rock to the top of the island. A magical panoramic view of Halong Bay will surprise you there

17.00: Back to the Athena Cruise after a chain of interesting activities. Time for relaxing while the cruise moves to the overnight place – (Titop 587)

18.00 – 19.00: Enjoy freshly prepared snacks and your favorite drinks while waiting for sunset on Halong Bay. Take advantage of the Happy Hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.

18.30: A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef

19.00: A fusion set menu dinner will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day

20.30: Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games in the dining room; squid fishing; or use the massage service, the Cruise Manager will be there to support you

Day 2: Halong Bay – Luon Cave – International Harbor – Hanoi (Breakfast, Brunch)

No escort guide, English-speaking guide on the boat

06.30 AM: Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to “Luon” Cave

07.00 AM: A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant

08.00 AM: Visit “Luon” cave – one of the caves open to the form beautiful endemic then vegetation of Halong Bay. 2 options to choose from how to discover it: kayaking for free and traditional woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman (public ticket 50.000đ/person)

09.00 AM: Come back to Athena Cruise to do the check-out, relax and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage outside the door. Athena team will collect and get them ready on the Pier.

09.30 AM: Enjoy a Brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port

10.45 AM: Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation. It’s time to say goodbye to the cruise’s team; farewell to guests.

At noon time: The bus transfers you back to your hotel in Hanoi, we drop you off at the hotel in the city center or at The Opera House, #1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem Hanoi (if you use our bus service)

You will arrive in Hanoi around 15:00. The trip ends!

Note:

Wifi connection is available on board but has limited connection, please take this into your consideration

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number, and valid Vietnam visa for all passengers.

Athena Luxury Cruise, Athena Royal Cruise – Program 3 Days 2 Nights (#220.1b) 

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay International Harbor – check-in cruise (Lunch, Dinner)

No escort guide, English-speaking guide on the boat

8.30-11.30 AM: be transferred by Limousine bus (if you use our bus service), there will have a stop en route

12.00 noon: check-in cruise

Warmly welcomed by Athena Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise.

12.30: Onboard: Transferred to the Athena Cruise by a tender boat. The Cruise Manager and the whole crew member welcome you onboard, a safety briefing and clearing out the itinerary will be delivered while you are enjoying our signature welcome drink

12.45: Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Halong Bay – a natural wonder of the world, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery and famous sights of limestone

14.45: The cruise stops at “Bo Nau” cave (Pelican Cave), the core area of the world’s natural heritage. Transferring by tender to “Sung Sot” Cave (Surprising cave) – the biggest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay.

15.45: Leaving the Surprising Cave, keep moving by tender to the Titov island was named by Uncle Ho, after Gherman Stepanovich Titov – the Soviet astronaut who visited in 1962. Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach, or climbing the steps of the Rock to the top of the island. A magical panoramic view of Halong Bay will surprise you there

17.00: (Relax) Back to the Athena Cruise after a chain of interesting activities. Time for relaxing while the cruise moves to the overnight place – (Titop 587)

18.00 – 19.00: Enjoy freshly prepared snacks and your favorite drinks while waiting for sunset on Halong Bay. Take advantage of the Happy Hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.

18.30: A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef

19.00: A fusion set menu dinner will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day

20.30: Cheerful evening: Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games in the dining room; squid fishing; or use the massage service, the Cruise Manager will be there to support you

Day 2: Halong Bay – Tung Sau Area – Kayaking (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

English-speaking guide on the boat

06:30: Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to “Luon” Cave
07:00: A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant
08:30: Transfer to a Day Boat to discover a rustic floating village and another brilliant cave in Halong Bay
10:00: Arrived at Tung Sau Area, the village with local fishing life will be discovered by kayaking
12:00: After exercising with a kayak, a traditional Vietnamese menu is ready to serve for lunch
13:30: Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation.
15:00: Back to the main cruise, it’s the best time for doing whatever you want. Relaxing at the outdoor jacuzzi, sunbathe on the sundeck, experience a spa treatment…
18:00 – 19:00: Take advantage of the Happy Hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.
18:30: A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef
19:00: A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day
20:30: Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games (in the dining room); squid fishing; massage… The Cruise Manager will be there to support you

Enjoy your 2nd night on the boat in Halong Bay

Day 3: Halong Bay – Luon Cave – International Harbor – Hanoi (Breakfast, Brunch)

No escort guide, English-speaking guide on the boat

06.30 AM: Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to “Luon” Cave

07.00 AM: A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant

08.00 AM: Visit “Luon” cave – one of the caves open to the form beautiful endemic then vegetation of Halong Bay. 2 options to choose from how to discover it: kayaking for free and traditional woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman (public ticket 50.000đ/person)

09.00 AM: Come back to Athena Cruise to do the check-out, relax and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage outside the door. Athena team will collect and get them ready on the Pier.

09.30 AM: Enjoy a Brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port

10.45 AM: Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation. It’s time to say goodbye by the cruise’s team; farewell to guests.

At noon time: The bus transfers you back to your hotel in Hanoi, we drop you off at the hotel in the city center or at The Opera House, #1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem Hanoi (if you use our bus service)

You will arrive in Hanoi around 15:00. The trip ends!

Note:

Wifi connection is available on board but has limited connection, please take this into your consideration

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number, and valid Vietnam visa for all passengers.

Inclusions:

Overnight accommodation at Athena’s suite cabin (Double/Twin sharing cabin; Triple cabin on request)

Welcome drink on boat

All entrance fees & sightseeing fee, kayak fee

Meals on boat:
+ program 2 days: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 brunch
+ program 3 days: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners, 1 brunch

All dining experiences on-board

Free access to the cruise recreation facilities

Various activities: morning Tai Chi class, cave visiting by kayaking, squid fishing & swimming.

Professional local guide on boat speaking English, Vietnamese

Insurance on boat

Exclusions:

Hotel on land in Hanoi, Halong

Flight ticket in/out of Vietnam, Vietnam visa

Limousine bus transfer Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (price as a supplement)

Drinks, Spa, and laundry/massage/beauty service

Travel insurance, personal expenses and gratuities, VAT

Increasing entrance ticket fee (if it happens by the local authorities)

Price valid to 31.12.2024

Price in USD per person in a half double/twin cabin, single cabin will pay a supplement
(price except festivals, public holidays)

Children policy

One child under 5 yrs (sharing a bed with parents): Free of charge

One child from 5 to under 11 yrs (sharing a bed with parents): 80% of the price per an adult

The second child or 02 children under 5 yrs using an extra bed, price will charge of 80% adult’s price

Child from 11 yrs: same price as adult

Athena Signature, Athena Signature Royal Cruise – Program 2 Days 1 Night (#220.3a) 

Visitors to Bai Tu Long will notice that the landscape is identical to that of Halong Bay, and that it is more of an extension of Halong rather than a neighbor. Like Halong Bay, throughout Bai Tu Long there are giant limestone karsts jutting out of the tranquil green waters. However, in Bai Tu Long the karsts seem slightly taller, the concentration of them feels somewhat denser and the number of tourists are fewer. All of this adds to the wonderful feeling of being somewhere almost undiscovered, allowing visitors to truly contemplate their surroundings in peace.

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay International Harbor – check-in cruise – Bai Tu Long Bay (Lunch, Dinner)

No escort guide, English-speaking guide on the boat

8.30-11.30 AM: be transferred by Limousine bus (if you use our bus service), there will have a stop en route

12.00 noon: check-in cruise, warmly welcomed by Signature Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise.

12:45: Transferred to the Signature Cruise by a tender boat. The Cruise Manager and the whole crew member welcome you onboard, a safety briefing and clearing out the itinerary will be delivered while you are enjoying our signature welcome drink
13:00: Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Bai Tu Long Bay – a hidden gem of Halong Bay Complex, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery and famous sights of limestone
14:45: The cruise stops at Vung Vieng Floating fishing village, a wealthy fishing village that had its reputation for culturing pearls. Here we have time to discover the life and culture of fishing people by kayaking.
16:00: Back to the Signature Cruise to enjoy your free time
17:00: Take advantage of the Happy Hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.
A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef
19:00: A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day
20:30: Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games (in the dining room); squid fishing; massage… The Cruise Manager will be there to support you

Day 3: Halong Bay – Luon Cave – International Harbor – Hanoi (Breakfast, Brunch)

No escort guide, English-speaking guide on the boat

06:30: Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to “Thien Canh Son” Cave

07:00: A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant
08:00: Visit “Thien Canh Son” cave – Thien Canh Son Cave is comprised of three caverns in total, each one strewn with stalactites and stalagmites. 200 steps are waiting for your legs, ready to beat it
09:00: Come back to the Signature Cruise, relax and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage outside the door. The signature team will collect and get them ready on the Pier.
09:30: Enjoy a brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port
10:45: Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation. Farewell to guests.

At noon time: The bus transfers you back to your hotel in Hanoi, we drop you off at the hotel in the city center or at The Opera House, #1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem Hanoi (if you use our bus service)

You will arrive in Hanoi around 15:00. The trip ends!

Note:

Wifi connection is available on board but has limited connection, please take this into your consideration

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number, and valid Vietnam visa for all passengers.

Athena Signature, Athena Signature Royal Cruise – Program 3 Days 2 Nights (#220.3b) 

Visitors to Bai Tu Long will notice that the landscape is identical to that of Halong Bay, and that it is more of an extension of Halong rather than a neighbor. Like Halong Bay, throughout Bai Tu Long there are giant limestone karsts jutting out of the tranquil green waters. However, in Bai Tu Long the karsts seem slightly taller, the concentration of them feels somewhat denser and the number of tourists are fewer. All of this adds to the wonderful feeling of being somewhere almost undiscovered, allowing visitors to truly contemplate their surroundings in peace.

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay International Harbor – check-in cruise – Bai Tu Long Bay (Lunch, Dinner)

No escort guide, English-speaking guide on the boat

8.30-11.30 AM: be transferred by Limousine bus (if you use our bus service), there will have a stop en route

12.00 noon: check-in cruise, warmly welcomed by Signature Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise.
12:45: Transferred to the Signature Cruise by a tender boat. The Cruise Manager and the whole crew member welcome you onboard, a safety briefing and clearing out the itinerary will be delivered while you are enjoying our signature welcome drink
13:00: Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Bai Tu Long Bay – a hidden gem of Halong Bay Complex, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery and famous sights of limestone
14:45: The cruise stops at Vung Vieng Floating fishing village, a wealthy fishing village that had its reputation for culturing pearls. Here we have time to discover the life and culture of fishing people by kayaking.
16:00: Back to the Signature Cruise to enjoy your free time
17:00: Take advantage of the Happy Hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.
A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef
19:00: A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day
20:30: Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games (in the dining room); squid fishing; massage… The Cruise Manager will be there to support you

Day 2: Halong Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay – Cong Dam – Kayaking (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

English-speaking guide on the boat
06:30: Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes
07:00: A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant
08:30: Transfer to a DayBoat to discover a rustic area in Bai Tu Long Bay – “Cong Dam”. Kayaking yourself to discover the breathless landscape here.
12:00: After exercising with a kayak, a traditional Vietnamese menu is ready to serve for lunch
15:00: Back to the main cruise, it’s the best time for doing whatever you want. Relaxing at the outdoor jacuzzi, sunbathe on the sundeck, experience a spa treatment…
18:00 – 19:00: Enjoy freshly prepared snacks and your favorite drinks while waiting for sunset on Halong Bay. Take advantage of the Happy Hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.
18:30: A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef
19:00: A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day
20:30: Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games (in the dining room); squid fishing; massage… The Cruise Manager will be there to support you

Day 3: Halong Bay – Luon Cave – International Harbor – Hanoi (Breakfast, Brunch)

No escort guide, English-speaking guide on the boat
06:30: Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to “Thien Canh Son” Cave
07:00: A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant
08:00: Visit “Thien Canh Son” cave – Thien Canh Son Cave is comprised of three caverns in total, each one strewn with stalactites and stalagmites. 200 steps are waiting for your legs, ready to beat it
09:00: Come back to the Signature Cruise, relax and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage outside the door. The signature team will collect and get them ready on the Pier.
09:30: Enjoy a brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port
10:45: Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation. Farewell to guests.

At noon time: The bus transfers you back to your hotel in Hanoi, we drop you off at the hotel in the city center or at The Opera House, #1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem Hanoi (if you use our bus service)

You will arrive in Hanoi around 15:00. The trip ends!

Note:

Wifi connection is available on board but has limited connection, please take this into your consideration

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number, and valid Vietnam visa for all passengers.

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