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Athena Royal Cruise
Halong International Cruise Port, no 09 Halong Street, Bai Chay, Halong City, Vietnam
Athena Royal Cruise, the luxury cruise that visits the magnificent Halong Bay, is motivated by the wisdom spirit of the mythical Greek goddess. You will enjoy your stay in the broad three-deck layout, and receive VIP treatment and services on the cruise from knowledgeable staff.
This Royal Cruise is the ideal option if you're searching for a cruise holiday for a memorable occasion or romantic getaway.
Launched in 2019
22 cabins
Metal Boat
- Bar
- Board games
- Jacuzzi
- Lounge
- Private Balcony
- Sauna
- Spa & Massage
Athena Royal Cruise
Halong International Cruise Port, no 09 Halong Street, Bai Chay, Halong City, Vietnam
Cabins & Suites
Executive Suite
25.0m2
2 guests
Double/Twin
Executive Suite
25.0m2
2 guests
Double/Twin
- Free cancellation
- All board - meals included
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Executive Suite
25.0m2
2 guests
Double/Twin
Located on the 1st deck, 10 roomy Executive Suites are well decorated for guests to enjoy the breathtaking panorama from the window.
Cabin Amenities
Private Balcony
TV
Sofa
Slippers
Wardrobe
Armchair
Mini Bar
Bathrobe
Safe Box
Hair Dryer
Life Vests
Walk-in Shower
In-room Telephone
Air Conditioniner
En-suite Bathroom
Bathroom Amenities
Complimentary Water
Complimentary Fruits
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Elegant Suite
28.0m2
2 guests
Double/Twin
Elegant Suite
28.0m2
2 guests
Double/Twin
- Free cancellation
- All board - meals included
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Elegant Suite
28.0m2
2 guests
Double/Twin
There are 07 Elegant Suites on the 2nd deck. You can have a peaceful night's sleep as well as a breathtaking view throughout the stay.
Cabin Amenities
Private Balcony
TV
Sofa
Slippers
Wardrobe
Armchair
Mini Bar
Bathrobe
Safe Box
Hair Dryer
Life Vests
Walk-in Shower
In-room Telephone
Air Conditioniner
En-suite Bathroom
Bathroom Amenities
Complimentary Water
Complimentary Fruits
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Premium Suite
30.0m2
2 guests
Double/Twin
Premium Suite
30.0m2
2 guests
Double/Twin
- Free cancellation
- All board - meals included
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Premium Suite
30.0m2
2 guests
Double/Twin
There are 02 Premium Suites on the 2nd floor that provide a private area and luxurious treatment for couples to enjoy their exclusive moments.
Cabin Amenities
Private Balcony
TV
Sofa
Slippers
Wardrobe
Armchair
Mini Bar
Bathrobe
Safe Box
Bathtub
Hair Dryer
Life Vests
Walk-in Shower
In-room Telephone
Air Conditioniner
En-suite Bathroom
Bathroom Amenities
Complimentary Water
Complimentary Fruits
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Royal Suite
45.0m2
2 guests
Double
Royal Suite
45.0m2
2 guests
Double
- Free cancellation
- All board - meals included
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Royal Suite
45.0m2
2 guests
Double
There is only 01 Royal Suite, the most luxurious and extensive cabin on the 3rd deck. You'll have opulent amenities and a great overnight stay in this luxury suite.
Cabin Amenities
Private Balcony
TV
Sofa
Slippers
Wardrobe
Armchair
Mini Bar
Bathrobe
Safe Box
Bathtub
Hair Dryer
Life Vests
Walk-in Shower
In-room Telephone
Air Conditioniner
En-suite Bathroom
Bathroom Amenities
Complimentary Water
Complimentary Fruits
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Family Connecting Suite
50.0m2
4 guests
Double/Twin
Family Connecting Suite
50.0m2
4 guests
Double/Twin
- Free cancellation
- All board - meals included
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Family Connecting Suite
50.0m2
4 guests
Double/Twin
The Family Connecting Suites are on the 1st floor. Groups or families with young children can enjoy the comfortable and cozy space here.
Cabin Amenities
Private Balcony
TV
Sofa
Slippers
Wardrobe
Armchair
Mini Bar
Bathrobe
Safe Box
Hair Dryer
Life Vests
Walk-in Shower
In-room Telephone
Air Conditioniner
En-suite Bathroom
Bathroom Amenities
Complimentary Water
Complimentary Fruits
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Booking Policy
- Luxury en-suite cabin
- Welcome drink upon arrival.
- Tea, Coffee & Fruits in the room.
- Full board meals: welcome lunch buffet, set menu dinner, light breakfast, and a brunch buffet.
- Free usage of the outdoor swimming pool in Sundeck (Athena Cruises)
- Halong Bay Tour Ticket.
- Various activities: morning Tai Chi class, cave visiting by rowing boat, squid fishing, swimming, and kayaking.
- English and Vietnamese-speaking tour guides.
- Onboard insurance and service charges.
- Airfares, land transfers from and to Ha Long Bay
- Spa & Massage treatment services.
- Beverages, Tips & Personal expenses
- Other services are not clearly mentioned.
- V.A.T tax
- Surcharge for entrance fee (follow the government’s law)
- Children under 5 years old sharing the full-price cabin with adults: Free of charge (Limited to 1 child/1 cabin), from 2nd children: charged 50% adult (without extra bed)
- From 5 to under 11 years old: 01 Child stays in the double/twin cabin with 2 adults: charged 75% adult.
- From 11 years old: Children from 11 years old will be charged as adults. Two children below 11 years stay in a private cabin and are charged at 100% of the full cabin rate.
- Charged 100% for the third person using an extra bed
- More than 21 days before check-in: FREE of charge
- From 11 to 20 days before check-in: 30% of total rates
- From 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
- Less than 7 days before check-in & 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
The driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a 2.5-hour route ( The cruise tour does not include the transfer price). There will be a short break on the way.
11:00 - 11:30 | Embark - Have Lunch
You will arrive at the waiting lounge at Halong International Harbour. Once your check-in process finishes, take a tender boat to the Athena Royal Cruise.
The onboard staff will welcome you with a drink, then you can have a delicious lunch while seeing the beautiful islets in the harbor from the cruise ship's deck.
Visit Sung Sot Cave
After lunch, head to 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.
Sung Sot Cave Excursion
Tour to Titop Island
Next, we will move to Titop Island, a serene location with breathtaking views. There are many exciting things to do here, such as trekking to the top of the mountain to get many stunning pictures of Ha Long Bay, sunbathing, or swimming in crystal-clear water.
Activities On Cruise
Then, let’s return to the main luxury cruise for the late afternoon relaxation.
You can enjoy the Happy Hour in the bar (buy one drink, get another free) or participate in the Vietnamese cooking class to learn how to make delicious spring rolls.
Have Dinner - Nightlife Fun
Savor the delectable Vietnamese cuisine for dinner and take in the welcoming atmosphere of the onboard restaurant.
Then it will be free time for you to enjoy the excitement of the nightlife.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Athena Royal cruise
Morning Activities
Warm up for the day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck, then refuel with a light breakfast.
Explore Luon Cave
After that, you'll explore the mysterious Luon Cave. To reach the other side of the island, visitors will take a boat journey beneath the enormous mountain that looms above this cave.
There are two ways to experience it: for free, you can go kayaking or embark on a traditional bamboo boat trip with a local boatman.
9:00 | Check Out - Have Brunch
Return aboard the Athena Royal Cruise, wrap up your belongings, and finalize the check-out procedure.
Enjoy a delicious lunch to refresh yourself while the boat heads back to the mainland.
Have A Nice Meal
11:30 - 12:00 | Disembark
Take a tender back to Halong International Harbor and get off the boat. Say farewell to the crew.
When you get to the pier, which should be around noon, wait for your transfer car (book in advance with an extra fee).
14:30 - 15:00 | Return To Hanoi
You will be transported to your Hanoi hotel via a limousine or shuttle bus. End of your journey.
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
Accommodation: NA
8:00 - 8:30 | Morning Pick-up
You will be transported from Hanoi to Halong Bay this morning by a shuttle bus (The pick-up service is not included). The trip may take around 2.5 hours, including a brief stop.
11:00 - 11:30 | Depart - Have Lunch
Once getting to the International Harbour of Halong, carry on the checked-in process, then take a tender boat to Athena Royal Cruise.
The cruise staff will offer you a welcome drink and the cruise manager will instruct you on some important notes while being board.
Lunch is provided while the cruise ship sails to the renowned Halong Bay. Take in the breathtaking scenery and well-known limestone sites.
Breathtaking View of Halong Bay
Explore Sung Sot Cave
Step into the eye-opening Sung Sot Cave. With two enormous chambers stuffed to the gills with fascinating stalactites and stalagmites, it's one of the largest and most well-known caves in Halong Bay. Don't forget to bring your smartphone or camera to capture these amazing vistas.
Visit Titop Island
Head to the pretty island of Titop, which boasts incredibly calm blue seas. You may engage in a variety of thrilling activities here, such as hiking to the summit of the mountain to see a breathtaking view of Ha Long Bay, tanning, or swimming in crystal-clear water.
Late-afternoon Activities
Return to the cruise and enjoy Happy Hour when you can buy one drink and get a free one at the bar. You may also learn how to make easy yet delicious spring rolls by enrolling in a traditional Vietnamese cooking class.
Savor Dinner - Have Nightfun
There will be a lavish set meal for guests to enjoy during dinner.
Following that, you'll have free time to partake in nighttime activities like board games, squid fishing, or massages.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Athena Royal cruise
Morning Activities
Start your day off well with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck. Then, have a light breakfast and a cup of tea or coffee to prepare for the incredible journey ahead.
Visit Tung Sau Area
Get on a day boat reaching Cua Van Fishing Village to pay a visit to the pearl-growing Tung Sau area. This is the best place to kayak around the hidden treasures of the bay.
Enjoy Lunch
Head back to the day boat for lunch, where you may have some authentic Vietnamese food.
Spend Time in Me Cung Cave
See Me Cung Cave's shimmering limestones. This location offers you the best opportunity to explore the biological and geological values from millions of years ago.
Onboard Activities
Go back to the Athena Royal Cruise and relax on your choice. You may utilize the sauna, put your feet up on the sundeck, or relax in your cabin.
Following that, you can participate in the Vietnamese culinary class to make spring rolls or join the Happy Hour program.
Unwind in the Outdoor Jacuzzi
Enjoy Dinner And The Nightlife
Get ready for a delightful dinner, then relax for the rest of the day.
The best thing to do at night is go squid fishing. Alternatively, you may drink at the late-night bar and take in the atmosphere on the sundeck.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Athena Royal Cruise
Using a day boat to travel on the 2nd day
Morning Warm-up
Get up early to enjoy the Tai Chi class and the stunning dawn view of the bay. After that, enjoy tea, coffee, and pastries for breakfast to refuel.
Discover Luon Cave
Explore Luon Cave to appreciate the lush flora of Halong Bay. Kayaking is a fun and free way to explore it, or you may pay extra to go on a traditional bamboo boat cruise.
9:00 | Check Out - Have Brunch
Return to the main cruise and pack up your stuff. Finish the check-out procedure then have a delicious breakfast while making your way back to the pier.
Many Food Options for brunch
11:30 - 12:00 | Disembark
Say farewell to the ship crew as you arrive at the Halong International Harbor and wait for your ride back (book in advance with an extra fee)
14:30 - 15:00 | Return To Hanoi
It will take the transfer car around 2.5 hours to get you to Hanoi. This finishes your cruise trip.
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
Accommodation: NA
Customer reviews
9.4
Wonder Halong Bay in day with Athena cruise
Had an amazing time. tidy and cozy room. Super pleasant and attentive staff. Dinner on the set menu was fantastic. They made sure that everything met or above our expectations from the moment they met us at the pier until they dropped us off.
21 January, 2024
9.7
10 out of 10!
We had an amazing time on the Athena cruise. Our accommodation was excellent and had a breathtaking view. The coolest feature—something that I believe not many cruises have—was that our room had a balcony attached to it. The food was excellent as well.
As a vegetarian, I was a little worried that… Read More
24 October, 2023
9.3
Would recommend
I have an abundance of options when it comes to cruise lines that operate in Halong Bay; it seems like there are hundreds.
But the reasons why I choose Athena
Great journey from Hanoi in a classy, compact bus with internet access.
The cabins are nonetheless nice. The showers were quite good.
The food… Read More
22 October, 2023
9.6
Great overall
We stayed in a stylish cabin and the beds were very comfy. I got a really deep sleep. The staff made a great effort and always ensured a wonderful experience for us!
Their menu included lots of good food and I really appreciated how they care so much for my meal since I was a vegetarian.
Overall good… Read More
17 January, 2023
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