




Athena Luxury Cruise
The Athena Luxury Cruise is a five-star luxury vessel in Ha Long Bay. The cruise is equipped with first-class cabins with 4 different styles and accommodates up to nearly 50 passengers. The modern amenities and facilities of the cruise will make your excursion the most convenient.
On this vessel, you will find your soul blending with nature, see the exclusive seascape, and feel the breath of the magnificent Halong Bay.
- Cooking class
- Spa & Massage
- Tai Chi
Cabins & Suites

Executive Suite
Executive Suite
- Free cancellation
- All board - meals included
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Elegant Suite
Elegant Suite
- Free cancellation
- All board - meals included
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Premium Terrace Suite
Premium Terrace Suite
- Free cancellation
- All board - meals included
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Family Triple Suite
Family Triple Suite
- Free cancellation
- All board - meals included
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Booking Policy
- Entrance fees, taxes and service charge
- Bamboo Rowing Boat trip in Luon Cave
- English speaking guide
- Luxury accommodation with A/C, bathtub & shower, mini bar
- Exclusive cruise through Halong Bay
- Welcome drink
- Cooking class 1time/trip
- Snacks in happy hour
- Meals onboard
- Sunrise Tai-chi demonstration
- Insurance onboard
- Complimentary a bottle water/ person in room
- Transfer Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi (book in next step)
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Private dinner (in the cabin, on the sundeck, in the wine cellar, etc.) with a service charge.
- Child under 5 years old: F.O.C.(Baby cot on request: Free).
- Child 5 - 11 years old: 75% adult price.
- Maximum 1 child sharing the same cabin with 2 adults
- More than 10 days prior to check-in: FREE of charge
- From 10 to 3 days prior to check-in: 50% of total rates
- Less than 72 hours prior to check-in: 100% of total rates
- No-Show: 100% of total rates
If the cancellation be announced by the Management Board of Halong Bay, depend on the timing of the cancellation, following policies will be applied:
- Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (none of the services has been used): 100% refund.
- During the trip (some services have been used: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
- The trip be cut down from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged a 2 days/1 night trip, plus other used services, the rest will be refunded.
- The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
Cruise Itinerary
8:00 - 8:30 | Pick-up Time
In this morning, a limousine or a shuttle bus will transfer you from Hanoi to Halong Bay. The route might take around 2.5 hours and there will be a short break on the way.
NOTE: Our cruise tour does not include the transfer price.
11:00 - 11:30 | Embark - Have Lunch
Arrive at Halong International Harbour's waiting lounge. After completing the luggage check-in process, board a tender boat to board the Athena Luxury Cruise.
As you set off, take in the cruise briefing and a welcome drink. Then, savor a delectable lunch while seeing the stunning islets in the harbor from the deck of the cruise ship.
Explore Sung Sot Cave
Come to the enthralling Sung Sot Cave. One of the largest and most well-known caves in Halong Bay, it has two enormous chambers filled with fascinating stalactites and stalagmites. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture these mesmerizing panoramic views.
Visit Titop Island
Sailing to Titop Island, a peaceful place with stunning still-blue seas. You may engage in a variety of thrilling activities here, such as swimming in the pristine water, tanning, or hiking to the summit of the mountain to get a breathtaking view of Ha Long Bay.
Late-afternoon Activities On Cruise
After that, head back to the main cruise to take advantage of Happy Hour at the bar (buy one, get one free) or enroll in the Vietnamese cookery class to learn how to prepare spring rolls.
As the boat makes its way to the mooring place, take in the breathtaking sunset.
Have Dinner - Nightlife Fun
Try the mouthwatering Vietnamese food offered on the dinner menu and enjoy the cozy vibes pff the onboard restaurant.
Free time to experience the nightlife fun, such as playing minigames, going squid fishing, watching movies, or scheduling a massage with the cruise manager.
Morning Activities
Join the Tai Chi class on the sundeck to warm up for the day ahead, followed by a light breakfast of pastries, tea, and coffee to replenish your energy.
Discover Luon Cave
You will then investigate the enigmatic Luon Cave. Tourists will ride a boat beneath the massive mountain that towers over this cave to get to the opposite side of the island.
There are two ways to explore it: you can go kayaking for free, or you may take a traditional bamboo boat ride with a native boatman for an additional fee.
Check Out - Have Brunch
Go back to the Athena Luxury Cruise, finish packing, and complete the check-out process.
While the boat returns to the mainland, treat yourself to a delectable brunch to rejuvenate.
11:30 - 12:00 | Disembark
Return to Halong International Harbor by tender, then disembark. Say goodbye to the crew.
Arrive at the dock at about midday and wait for your transfer vehicle.
14:30 - 15:00 | Return To Hanoi
A limousine/ shuttle bus will drive you to your Hanoi hotel. The tour ends.
8:00 - 8:30 | Morning Pick-up
This morning, you'll be taken to Halong Bay from Hanoi by shuttle bus or limousine. There will be a quick stop along the way, and the trip might take around 2.5 hours.
NOTE: The pick-up service requires an extra fee that is not included in our cruise tour.
11:00 - 11:30 | Depart - Have Lunch
Reach Halong International Harbour. Take a tender boat to Athena Luxury Cruise after the check-in process. Sip on a welcome drink and take in the cruise safety instructions.
As the cruise heads towards the world-famous Halong Bay, lunch is served. Admire the stunning surroundings and well-known limestone landmarks.
Discover Sung Sot Cave
Enter the fascinating Sung Sot Cave. It is one of Halong Bay's biggest and most well-known caves, with two massive chambers brimming with interesting stalactites and stalagmites. Remember to bring your camera or smartphone to record these breathtaking views.
Check out Titop Island
Head to the serene island of Titop, which has breathtakingly quiet blue waters. Here, you may partake in a range of exhilarating activities, such as trekking to the top of the mountain for a stunning view of Ha Long Bay, sunbathing, or swimming in the pure water.
Free Time On Board
Go back to the main cruise and take advantage of the bar's Happy Hour (buy one, get another for free). You also can take a traditional Vietnamese cooking lesson to learn how to prepare simple yet delectable spring rolls.
Enjoy Dinner and Night Time
Dinner will be a sumptuous set menu for visitors to enjoy.
After that, you will have free time to engage in the night pursuits including squid fishing, board games, and massages (book in advance with the cruise manager).
Morning Activities
Take a Tai Chi class to begin your new day, then savor a small breakfast with a cup of tea or coffee to get ready for today’s amazing adventure.
Visit Tung Sau Area
Take a day boat to the pearl-growing Tung Sau region, which is close to Cua Van Fishing Village. This is the ideal location for you to kayak around the bay's undiscovered gems.
Enjoy Lunch
Return to the day boat to sample some real Vietnamese cuisine for lunch.
Discover Me Cung Cave
See the glistening limestones within Me Cung Cave. You will get the finest possible experience with the biological and geological values from millions of years ago at this place.
Onboard Activities
Return to the Athena Cruise and unwind in your way. You may prop your feet up on the sundeck, take a nap in your stateroom, or use the sauna.
After that, you may take part in the Vietnamese cooking lesson to prepare some delicious spring rolls or join the Happy Hour program while taking in the breathtaking sunset over Halong Bay.
Have Dinner And Nightlife Fun
Enjoy a delicious dinner on board, then spend the remainder of the night at leisure.
Squid fishing can be the most enjoyable pastime that you should try, especially in July and August, or sip drinks at the late-night bar and enjoy the vibes on the sundeck.
Morning Activities
Wake up early to join the Tai Chi lesson and take in the breathtaking view of the bay at sunrise.
After that, have breakfast to replenish your energy with tea, coffee, and pastries.
Visit Luon Cave
Discover the beauty of Halong Bay's thick greenery by exploring Luon Cave. You can choose to explore it by kayaking for free or paying a fee to take a traditional bamboo boat excursion.
Check Out - Have Brunch
Head back to the main cruise and gather your belongings. Complete the check-out process after an exhilarating experience. Then savor a delectable brunch as you return to the pier.
11:30 - 12:00 | Disembark
As getting to the Halong International Habour, say goodbye to the cruise staff and wait for your transportation.
14:30 - 15:00 | Return To Hanoi
The transfer vehicle will drive you to Hanoi in about 2.5 hours. Your cruise trip ends.
Athena Luxury Cruise
The Athena Luxury Cruise is a five-star luxury vessel in Ha Long Bay. The cruise is equipped with first-class cabins with 4 different styles and accommodates up to nearly 50 passengers. The modern amenities and facilities of the cruise will make your excursion the most convenient.
On this vessel, you will find your soul blending with nature, see the exclusive seascape, and feel the breath of the magnificent Halong Bay.
Customer reviews
We are SO glad we went on this tour. Everything was excellent. The vistas were breathtaking at every turn, the cuisine was wonderful and varied, the accommodations were very clean and well-decorated, and THE STAFF was kind, professional, and fun.
We accidentally left our phones in our kayak, and our… Read More
For our 1st wedding anniversary, we decided to book with Athena and we were not disappointed. We deeply enjoyed the food which was appetizing and abundant, there was a wide range to choose from and I loved how the dinner was oriented around local seafood. The activities on the trip were also very fun.… Read More
Booked with Athena this time and will do the same in the future. The experience was amazing for all 5 of us. Halong Bay is really gorgeous, the cabin we stayed in was stylish big private balcony!
Great staff, very hospitable, attentive. Special thanks to Tim - our cruise manager for your help. Love this cruise.
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