Athena Royal Cruise
Prices starting from:
US$160
per person
Availability
About Athena Royal Cruise
Welcome aboard the Athena Royal Cruise, one of the newest and most exquisite vessels on Ha Long Bay, launched in 2017. This modern cruise ship offers an unparalleled experience with its 22 luxurious cabins, each featuring a private balcony that provides stunning views of the bay and ensures your utmost comfort.
The Athena Royal Cruise offers a range of cabin options to suit your preferences. With cabin sizes ranging from 25 to 45 sqm, there is ample space for relaxation and enjoyment. Families traveling with 1-2 children can also request connecting rooms for added convenience.
On board, you can relax on the sundeck or join a cooking class to learn local recipes, start your day with morning Tai Chi sessions, or socialize with fellow passengers over drinks. For relaxation, dip into the jacuzzi or indulge in a spa and sauna treatment to release stress and muscle tension. The talented chef onboard prepares an array of dishes from both local and Western cuisines, ensuring a delightful dining experience.
Athena Royal Cruise takes you to iconic landmarks such as the impressive Surprise Cave, the scenic Titov Island, and the serene Luon Cave. For those seeking a more extensive adventure, longer itineraries offer access to pristine spots like the Tung Sau Area and Me Cung Cave.
Included/Exclude
- 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
- 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 guide onboard.
- Onboard insurance and service charges.
- Transportation
- Visa and hotel arrangements.
- Spa & Massage treatment services.
- Beverages, Tips & Personal expenses
- Other services not clearly mentioned.
- V.A.T tax
- Surcharge for entrance fee (follow the government?s law)
Tour Amenities
Beauty Services and Massage
Cooking classes
Kayaking
Reception
Tai ChiCruise itinerary
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DAY 1: HALONG INTERNATIONAL PORT-SUPPRISE CAVE-TITOP ISLAND
Meal: Lunch, Dinner
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: Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games (in the dining room); squid fishing; massage… The Cruise Manager will be there
DAY 2: LUON CAVE-KAYAK-HALONG INTERNATIONAL PORT
Meal: Breakfast, Brunch
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
07:30 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 50:000?/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.
DAY 1: HALONG INTERNATIONAL PORT-SUPPRISE CAVE-TITOP ISLAND
Meal: Lunch, Dinner
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: 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: MECUNG CAVE-TUNG SAU-KAYAK
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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
08h:15-09h:45 TRANSFERBOAT: The transferboat will pick you up to continue enjoy sightseeing and discover the beauty landscape of Ha Long Bay
10:00 VISITING CAVE: Relaxing on the boat with view of amazing limestone, we will continue the trip to the brilliant cave named “Me Cung” cave (Maze cave)
11:00 ACTIVITES: Arrived at Tung Sau Area, visit pearl farming area and kayaking
12:30 HAPPY LUNCH: After exercising with a kayak, a traditional Vietnamese menu is ready to serve for lunch
14:00 TEABREAK: Relaxing & enjoy teabreak, discover the Vietnamese tea cultural.
14:00-15:30 BACK TO MAIN CRUIS: Transferboat move to Vung Vieng area brink you back to Signature cruise, and move to Titop area bring you back to Athena cruise.
16:00 RELAX: Back to the Athena cruise, it’s the best time for doing whatever you want: jacuzzi time or 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: 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 3: LUON CAVE-KAYAK-HALONG NTERNATIONAL PORT
Meal: Breakfast, Brunch
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
07:30 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
50:000?/person)
09:00 CHECK OUT Come back to Athena cruise, relaxing and packing 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.
Important Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay:
- The cancellation decision is made by Management Board of Halong Bay on the day of the trip in case of bad weather conditions. In such case, we will make alternative travel arrangement for you on request or offer refund in accordance with the cruise policy.
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Booking Policy
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of chargeÂ
- From 30 to 11 days prior to check-in: 15% of total ratesÂ
- From 10 to 7 days prior to check in: 30% of total rates.Â
- Less than 7 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.Â
- 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.
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We always stay at here when in town. The location is great, staff is wonderful and we love the overall feel. Beautiful view from the here.
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This is the best tour on the east coast! It was amazing how many places we visited and what great memories we made!
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