Overview
The Athena Luxury Cruise is the brand new five-star luxury cruise vessel in Ha Long Bay. Built-in 2016, the Athena Luxury 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 an open bar, coffee lounge, spa, and sauna. Onboard the Athena Cruise there are 21 high-end cabins with 5 different styles available to custom-tailor your voyage with us.
On Athena Luxury Cruise, you will receive VIP services and treatments from friendly and professional staff who are dedicated to your safety and pleasure. If you are looking for a cruise vacation for any special time such as a family outing, honeymoon, anniversary celebration, company holiday, business meeting or romantic getaway, Athena Luxury Cruise is your perfect choice. Let us make your dream trip come true and give you the adventure you desire.
Schedule
12:00 Warmly welcomed by Athena Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise.
12:03 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 our 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 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 – (Titop587)
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
Day 2
- 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
- 08:00 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 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 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.
Amenities
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Included & Optional Services
Booking Policy
- 30% cost of ticket for cancellation or amendment request comes after booking confirmation issued.
- 50% cost of ticket for cancellation or amendment made after ticket issued.
- 80% cost of ticket for cancellation or amendment made 8 - 13 days before departure.
- 100% cost of ticket for cancellation or amendment made 5 - 7 days before departure.
Cruise Policy
- Under 5 years old, sharing bed with 2 adults: Free for the first kid, the second one will be charged at 75% (maximum 2chd/room).
- From 5 to 10 years old, sharing bed with 2 adults: 75% of the price of an adult.
- Above 11 years old: same as adult price
- Shuttle bus: USD30/pax/way, USD50/pax/round trip. Children under 2 years old are free and share seats with their parents. Pick-up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Price Includes
✔ Tea, coffee, and 2 bottles of filtered water in the room.
✔ Bay sightseeing tickets.
✔ Kayak tickets to visit Luon Cave (Ha Long Bay itinerary) or Vung Vieng fishing village (Bai Tu Long Bay itinerary).
✔ Meals on board:
2-day 1-night program: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 brunch per person.
3-day 2-night program: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners, 1 brunch per person.
✔ Activities throughout the itinerary such as cave visits, night squid fishing, Tai Chi class on the sundeck,
Vietnamese cooking class and tasting.
✔ Sightseeing insurance included with the entrance ticket (and civil liability insurance on the vehicle if using transportation services from Athena Group)
✔ Value Added Tax (VAT) as per government regulations
✔ Professional tour guide speaking Vietnamese and English.
✔ Departure time 12:00 – Arrival time 10:45
Price Excludes
✔ Airfare, transportation, hotel, visa
✔ Drinks, beauty services, spa, massage
✔ Tips and personal expenses
✔ Rowing boat service (50,000 VND for Ha Long Bay route & 60,000 VND for Bai Tu Long Bay route)
✔ Surcharge for entrance fees if there are price changes from the authorities
✔ Other services not explicitly mentioned in the "Included" section