The Athena Cruise is the brand new five-star luxury cruise vessel in Ha Long Bay. Built in 2016, the Athena Cruise made her maiden voyage on July 1st, 2017.  The ship has 3 decks: a lower deck with reception, cabins, and boarding area, a middle deck with cabins, an indoor restaurant and bar, and a rooftop sundeck with open bar, coffee lounge, spa and sauna.  On board the Athena Cruise there are 21 high-end cabins with 5 different styles available to custom-tailor your voyage with us.

• Departure Port: Sun World Pier, Quang Ninh
• Launched in: 2016
• Cruise Type: Metal Boat
• Number of cabin: 21
• Destinations: Halong Bay – Sung Sot Cave – Titop Island

DAY 1: HA NOI- HALONG BAY CRUISE

12:00 – CHECK-IN

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 – HAPPY LUNCH

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 – ACTIVITIES

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 – ACTIVITIES

Leaving 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 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…The cruise moves to the overnight place – (Titop587)

18:00 – 19:00 – HAPPY HOUR

Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.

18:30 – COOKING CLASS

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

19:00 – DINNER

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

20:30 CHEERFUL EVENING

Free time 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 CRUISE – HA NOI

06:30 – TAI-CHI CLASS

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

07:00 – BREAKFAST

A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant

08:00 – VISITING CAVE

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

09:00 – CHECK OUT

Come back to Athena cruise, relax and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage outside the door. Athena team will collect and get them ready on the Pier.

09:30 – BRUNCH

Enjoy a brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port

10:45 – GOODBYE

Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation. Farewell to guests.

In Vietnam, we never say “Goodbye” we always say “See you again”

DAY 1: HA NOI – HALONG BAY CRUISE

12:00 – CHECK-IN

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 – HAPPY LUNCH

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 – ACTIVITIES

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 – ACTIVITIES

Leaving 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 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…The cruise moves to the overnight place – (Titop587)

18:00 – 19:00 – HAPPY HOUR

Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.

18:30 – COOKING CLASS

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

19:00 – DINNER

A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day 20:30 CHEERFUL EVENING

Free time 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 OFF THE SHORE

06:30 TAI-CHI CLASS

Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes

07:00 BREAKFAST

A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant

08:30 – TRANSFER

Transfer to a day boat to discover a rustic floating village and another brilliant  cave in Halong Bay

10:00 – FLOATING VILLAGE

Arrived at Tung Sau Area, the village with local fishing life and pearl farming area will be discovered by kayaking

12:00 – LUNCH

After exercising with a kayak, a traditional Vietnamese menu is ready to serve for lunch

13:30 – VISITING CAVE

After relaxing on the boat, we will continue the trip to the next brilliant cave named “Me Cung” cave (Maze cave)

15:00 – RELAX

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 HAPPY HOUR

Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.

18:30 – COOKING CLASS

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

19:00 DINNER

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

20:30 CHEERFUL EVENING

Free time 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 CRUISE – HA NOI

06:30 – TAI-CHI CLASS

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

07:00 – BREAKFAST

A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant

08:00 – VISITING CAVE

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

09:00 – CHECK OUT

Come back to Athena cruise, relax and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage outside the door. Athena team will collect and get them ready on the Pier.

09:30 – BRUNCH

Enjoy a brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port

10:45 – GOODBYE

Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation. Farewell to guests.

In Vietnam, we never say “Goodbye” we always say “See you again”

• Airfares, transportation to and from Ha Long Bay
• Visa arrangements
• Bamboo rowing boat (50,000vnd/ pax; upon your request)
• Beauty spa services
• Other beverages, tips and personal expenses
• Surcharge on Christmas 24/12; New Year 31/12.
• All other services that not clearly mentioned

• Check in: 12:15pm
• Check out: 11:00am
• Arrival in Hanoi: 16:30pm
• Free of charge for children under 5 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults (No extra Mattress)
• The Child Rate for children from 5 to below 12 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults: 75% Adult rate (No extra Mattress)
• Two children below 12 years sharing private cabin get 25% discount from adult cabin rate.
• Kayaking is free of charge for 3 day 2 night trip. For 2 day 1 night trip, kayaking fee $10/person applies and must be booked in advance.
• Peak season surcharge: Surcharge of $50 per person applies if guests stay overnight on December 24th and/or December 31st.
• Shuttle bus: $35/adult and $30/child under 12 round trip. Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House

Cancellation and Refund:

• More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
• From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates
• From 6 to 3 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates.
• Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
• No-Show: 100% of total rates.
• Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
• More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
• From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates
• From 6 to 3 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates.
• Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
• No-Show: 100% of total rates.

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be canceled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals onboard are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should provide us with any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least 3 days prior to the departure date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by the port authority.
• Elderly people, people with physical health problem or kids who cannot use kayaking and need to use a bamboo boat are free of charge.