Tour info
The Athena Luxury Cruise Halong Bay is the brand new five-star luxury cruise vessel in Halong Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay. Built in 2016, this Halong Bay cruise made its 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 an open bar, coffee lounge, spa, and sauna. On board the Athena Luxury Cruise Halong Bay, there are 21 high-end cabins with 5 different styles available to custom-tailor your voyage with us.
Our journey from the legendary Halong Bay to the less-traveled Bai Tu Long Bay will give you a unique experience that other cruises do not offer. On the Athena Luxury Cruise Halong Bay, you will find yourself surrounded by natural beauty and captivated by the mysterious, ancient, natural wonder of Halong Bay.
Our friendly and professional staff and crew are dedicated to your safety and enjoyment. We are available 24 hours a day to deliver to you the most luxurious and enjoyable experience on our ship. Whether you seek adventure, luxury, romance, or relaxation, this Halong Bay cruise will give you the experience of a lifetime.
Stateroom:
Cabin Amenities:
- Contemporary and graceful decoration
- Standing shower
- Cable LCD Samsung 32 inches TV & DVD
- Modern remote controlled air – conditioning
- Electronic Balance
- Handcrafted wooden furniture including working desks, wardrobes, and luggage shelves
- High-quality wooden beds, comfortable mattresses, soft pillows, crisp bed linen, and nice warm blankets
- Slippers
- Laundry bag
- Toiletries
- Inroom personel safebox
- Hair – dryer
- Fruit baskets
- Soft fluffy towel
- Clothes hangers
- Fully stocked Minibar
- Electric kettle
Fleet Launch:
- Number of boats: 01
- Number of cabins: 21
- Length: 60m
- Width: 13m
- Height: 5m
- Number of decks: 03
- Number of crew member: 30
- Capacity: 48 passengers
Facilities:
- Restaurant & Bar
- Sundeck
- Spa & Massage
Food & Dining:
Enjoy an unforgettable fine dining experience with your loved ones in our Athena Luxury Cruise Halong Bay. Sample delicious Vietnamese cuisine prepared by expert chefs and receive excellent, attentive service. Relish the perfect combination of impeccable contemporary design while overlooking the breathtaking, age-old bay.
Activities:
- Discovering amazing grotto & island
- Kayaking/Swimming/ Sunbathing/ Bamboo boat
- Afternoon cooking lesson with traditional dishes
- Oriental Tai Chi class in the early morning
Inclusive of
- 1-night accommodations at Athena’s suite cabin
- 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
- English-speaking guide onboard
- All entrance fees & sightseeing fee
Exclusive of
- Round trip transfer Hanoi – Halong
- Drinks, Spa and Laundry service
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- VAT
Itinerary
12:00: Check in.
- Warmly welcomed by the Athena Team in Halong International Harbour.
- Complete the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the luxury cruise.
12:30: On board.
- Transferred to the Athena Luxury Cruise Halong Bay by a tender boat.
- The Cruise Manager and the whole crew welcome you onboard, and a safety briefing and clearing of the itinerary will be delivered while you are enjoying our signature welcome drink
12:45: Happy lunch.
- Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant at Athena Luxury Cruise Halong Bay.
- 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 the Surprising cave, keep moving by tender to Titov island, 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 Luxury Cruise Halong Bay after a chain of interesting activities.
- Time for relaxing while 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
- Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games (in the dining room); squid fishing; massage…
- The Cruise Manager will be there to support you.
07:00: Breakfast A light breakfast is ready to be served at the restaurant
07:30: Visiting Cave Visit “Luon” cave – one of the caves open to the form beautiful endemic then vegetation of Halong Bay. There are 2 options to choose how to discover it: kayaking for free and a traditional woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman (public ticket 50.000đ/person)
09:00: Check out Come back to Athena Luxury Halong Bay Cruise, relax, and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage outside the door. Athena team will collect and get them ready for 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 Harbour and disembarkation. Farewell to guests. *The tour schedule can be changed based on the day’s weather and travelling conditions.