Departure: Daily from Hanoi
from $150/person
* Free Kayaking
* Free Vietnam visa service
Built in 2016, the Athena Luxury Cruise made its maiden voyage on 1/7/2017. The Athena Luxury Cruise is the brand new 5-star cruise ship designed to offer you a one of a kind experience in Bai Tu Long Bay - the most spectacular area of the world famous Ha Long Bay. We would like to send you our unique selling points as follows.
- Distinct route through Bai Tu Long Bay- the quieter and well-preserved area of Ha Long Bay.
- Large and Luxury cabins
- Balcony with sitting area in all cabins.
- Kayak service included at no extra cost from 1stJuly 2017 to 30/09/2017. Options of kayak or bamboo boat.
- English speaking tour guide available from Hanoi-Ha Long- Hanoi.
- Luxury 15 seat Felix Limousine transportation that redesigned from the 35 seat vehicle to provide you with more leg room, free drink and snack, wifi on board and USB to charge the phones.
- Complimentary fresh fruit for every room.
- Complimentary wine forAthena Terrace Suite and Family Suite
- Special arrangement for your honeymoon or birthday at no extra cost.
Cruise category: 
Address: 5 Floor, HTK Building, 98 Nguyen Van Cu St., 200000 Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: +84 982 661 133
Phone: +84 982 661 133
Price range: $300 - $1210
User rate:
- Launch Year
2017 - No. of Decks
3 decks - Cruise Length
60m
- Cruise category
- Number of Cabins
21 Cabins - Cruise Width
13m
- Cruise Capacity
48 Persons - Cruise Height
12.5m
RATE: This rate is quoted in USD per Cabin
| 2 DAYS PROGRAM | (Summer Promotion) | & 1st January 2024 to 30th Apr 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRUISE RATE | Double Cabin | Single Cabin | Double Cabin | Single Cabin |
| ATHENA EXECUTIVE SUITE WITH PRIVATE BALCONY | 300 | 233 | 330 | 255 |
| ATHENA ELEGANT SUITE WITH PRIVATE BALCONY | 320 | 248 | 350 | 270 |
| ATHENA TERACE SUITE WITH LARGE TERACE | 370 | 278 | 400 | 300 |
| FAMILY TRIPLE SUITE WITH PRIVATE BALCONY | 530 | 580 | ||
| FAMILY CONNECTING SUITE WITH PRIVATE BALCONY 4 PAX | 745 | 800 | ||
| TRANSFER | Shuttle Bus | Private Car | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Hanoi | 25/pp | 65/pp | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Airport | N/A | 75/pp | ||
| 3 DAYS PROGRAM | (Summer Promotion) | & 1st January 2024 to 30th Apr 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRUISE RATE | Double Cabin | Single Cabin | Double Cabin | Single Cabin |
| ATHENA EXECUTIVE SUITE WITH PRIVATE BALCONY | 535 | 403 | 585 | 440 |
| ATHENA ELEGANT SUITE WITH PRIVATE BALCONY | 555 | 418 | 605 | 455 |
| AATHENA TERACE SUITE WITH LARGE TERACE | 595 | 448 | 645 | 485 |
| FAMILY TRIPLE SUITE WITH PRIVATE BALCONY | 865 | 960 | ||
| FAMILY CONNECTING SUITE WITH PRIVATE BALCONY 4 PAX | 1100 | 1210 | ||
| TRANSFER | Shuttle Bus | Private Car | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Hanoi | 25/pp | 75/pp | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Airport | N/A | 85/pp | ||
| Above Price Includes: | Excludes: |
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DAY 1: HA NOI- BAI TU LONG BAY - KAYAKING-VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE
Leave Hanoi at 9:00 AM if you take the private transfer or from 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM if you take the shuttle bus and arrive in Hon Gai Pier around 11:30AM (transportation service on your request).
11:30: Ready at Athena check-in lounge
12:00: Boarding time.
13:00: Check-in your cabin.
13:15: The Cruise Manager will give a welcome speech with all the cruise information and Safety instructions.
13:30: Enjoy the Buffet Lunch with the best products of the Bay.
14:45: Visit the Vung Vieng Floating fishing village by kayak or bamboo boat
15:30-16:30: If you want to relax on the boat instead of participating in other activities feel free to use our sauna for no extra cost.
16:30: Relaxing time: the right moment for a massage or to take some pictures of the spectacular sunset in the bay.
17:00-18.30: Happy Hour: buy 01 get 01 drink
17:30: The Cooking Demonstration is waiting for you to discover the secrets of Vietnamese Cuisine
19:00: Dinner is ready in the restaurant. Fill your senses with a selection of Western fusion food and Vietnamese traditional dishes.
21:00: Enjoy the Squid Fishing activity. Free time on the boat. The bar is open late to serve you. Overnight at Cong Do Area
DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY - THIEN CANH SON CAVE - HA NOI
06:30: Practice one of the oldest traditions of East Asia: Tai Chi – A beautiful and relaxing experience on the open deck. Tea and coffee are served.
07:00: Light breakfast is served.
07:30: Explore Thien Canh Son cave in Ha Long Bay. Witness its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Note: there are about 200 steps to get up to the cave.
09:00: Check out time. Please put your luggage outside the cabin and the key at the reception desk. Our staff will transfer your luggage to our lounge for you. Bill settlement at the reception desk.
09:30: Brunch is served at the restaurant on the 2nd deck.
10:45: The boat arrives at the pier.
DAY 1: HA NOI - BAI TU LONG BAY - KAYAKING-VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE
Leave Hanoi at 9:00 AM if you take the private transfer or from 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM if you take the shuttle bus and arrive in Hon Gai Pier around 11:30AM (transportation service on your request).
11.45: Arrive in Hon Gai pier and boarding operations
12.45: The Cruise Manager will give a welcome speech with all the cruise information and Safety instructions.
13: 15: Enjoy the lunch with the best products of the Bay.
14.45: Visit the Vung Vieng floating fishing village by kayaking.
15.30-16.30: If you want to relax on the boat instead of participating in other activities feel free to use our sauna at no extra cost.
17:00-18.30: Happy Hour: buy 01 get 01 free
17:30: The Cooking Demonstration is waiting for you to discover the secrets of Vietnamese Cuisine.
19:00: Enjoy set menu dinner on board
21:00: Join the Squid Fishing activity. Free time on the boat. The bar is open late to serve you. Overnight at Cong Do Area.
DAY 2: CONG DAM AREA
06:30: Practice one of the oldest traditions of East Asia: Tai Chi – A beautiful and relaxing experience on the open deck.
07:00-08:15: Breakfast is served in the restaurant.
08:30: Transfer on the day boat to start an incredible trip to Ha Long Bay. Surrounded by a breathless landscape, you will discover some of the most beautiful corners of the bay. Enjoy Kayaking in the area.
12:00: Have lunch on the boat.
15:30-16.30: Back to the Athena Cruise and you will have some free time. Relax in your cabin or on the Sundeck. Free sauna session.
17:00- 18.30: Happy hour: Buy 01 get 01 drink free
17:30: Cooking class with some new technique to learn.
19:00: Enjoy set menu dinner on board.
20:30: Enjoy the Squid Fishing activity. Free time on board. The bar is open late to serve you.
DAY 3: BAI TU LONG BAY - THIEN CANH SON CAVE- HA NOI
06:30: Practice one of the oldest traditions of East Asia: Tai Chi – A beautiful and relaxing experience on the open deck.
07:00: The Early Bird Coffee is ready to wake up you
07:30: Explore Thien Canh Son cave in Ha Long Bay. Witness its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Note: there are about 200 steps to get up to the cave.
09:00: Check out time. Please put your luggage outside the cabin and the key at the reception desk. Our staff will transfer your luggage to our lounge for you. Bill settlement at the reception desk.
09:30: Brunch is served at the restaurant on the 2nd deck.
10:45: The boat arrives at the pier.
1. EXECUTIVE SUITE WITH BALCONY (10 cabins)
Room Area : 25 m2
Bed size
Max People: 2 adults + 1 child under 12 years old
Equipment:
Extra bed: yes
2. ELEGANT SUITE WITH BALCONY (6 cabins)
Room Area : 28 m2
Bed size
Max People: 2 adults + 1 child under 12 years old
Equipment:
Extra bed: yes
3. ATHENA TERRACE SUITE Cabins (2 cabins)
Room Area : 30 m2
Bed size
Max People: 2 adults + 1 child under 12 years old
Equipment:
Extra bed: Yes
4. ATHENA TRIPLE SUITE WITH BALCONY Cabins ( 2 cabins)
Room Area : 30 m2
Bed size: 1 Double + 1 Single
Max People: 3 adults + 1 child
Equipment:
Extra bed: Yes
5. FAMILY CONNECTING SUITE (1 cabin)
Room Area : 45 m2
Bed size: 1 Double + 1Twin Connecting Cabin
Max People: 4 adults + 4 children under 12 years old
Equipment:
Extra bed: yes (for child)
Room Area : 25 m2
Bed size
Max People: 2 adults + 1 child under 12 years old
Equipment:
- Air Conditioning with electronic remote
- 32 inch LED TV
- Wooden Furniture: Wardrobe, Desk and Chair, Sofa Chair with Coffee Table, and Luggage Shelves
- High Quality Wooden Bed with Comfortable Mattress, Fresh Linens, Soft Pillows, and a Warm Blanket
- Bath Linens and Robe
- Slippers
- Standing Shower
- Personal Safe Box
- Emergency Lamp and Hammer
- Life Jacket
- Fire Extinguisher
- Electric Kettle with complimentary Tea & Coffee
- Complimentary Drinking Water
- Basket of Fresh Fruit
Extra bed: yes
2. ELEGANT SUITE WITH BALCONY (6 cabins)
Room Area : 28 m2
Bed size
Max People: 2 adults + 1 child under 12 years old
Equipment:- Air Conditioning with electronic remote
- 32 inch LED TV
- Wooden Furniture: Wardrobe, Desk and Chair, Sofa Chair with Coffee Table, and Luggage Shelves
- High Quality Wooden Bed with Comfortable Mattress, Fresh Linens, Soft Pillows, and a Warm Blanket
- Bath Linens and Robe
- Slippers
- Standing Shower
- Personal Safe Box
- Emergency Lamp and Hammer
- Life Jacket
- Fire Extinguisher
- Electric Kettle with complimentary Tea & Coffee
- Complimentary Drinking Water
- Basket of Fresh Fruit
Extra bed: yes
3. ATHENA TERRACE SUITE Cabins (2 cabins)
Room Area : 30 m2
Bed size
Max People: 2 adults + 1 child under 12 years old
Equipment:- Private Sun Terrace
- Air Conditioning with electronic remote
- 32 inch LED TV
- Wooden Furniture: Wardrobe, Desk and Chair, Sofa Chair with Coffee Table, and Luggage Shelves
- High Quality Wooden Bed with Comfortable Mattress, Fresh Linens, Soft Pillows, and a Warm Blanket
- Bath Linens and Robe
- Slippers
- Standing Shower
- Personal Safe Box
- Emergency Lamp and Hammer
- Life Jacket
- Fire Extinguisher
- Electric Kettle with complimentary Tea & Coffee
- Complimentary Drinking Water
- Basket of Fresh Fruit
Extra bed: Yes
4. ATHENA TRIPLE SUITE WITH BALCONY Cabins ( 2 cabins)
Room Area : 30 m2
Bed size: 1 Double + 1 Single
Max People: 3 adults + 1 child
Equipment:- Private Balcony with Ocean View
- Air Conditioning with electronic remote
- 32 inch LED TV – Wooden Furniture: Wardrobe, Desk and Chair, Sofa Chair with Coffee Table, and Luggage Shelves
- High Quality Wooden Bed with Comfortable Mattress, Fresh Linens, Soft Pillows, and a Warm Blanket
- Bath Linens and Robe
- Slippers
- Standing Shower
- Personal Safe Box
- Emergency Lamp and Hammer
- Life Jacket
- Fire Extinguisher
- Electric Kettle with complimentary Tea & Coffee
- Complimentary Drinking Water
- Basket of Fresh Fruit
Extra bed: Yes
5. FAMILY CONNECTING SUITE (1 cabin)
Room Area : 45 m2
Bed size: 1 Double + 1Twin Connecting Cabin
Max People: 4 adults + 4 children under 12 years old
Equipment:- Private Balcony with Ocean View
- Air Conditioning with electronic remote
- 32 inch LED TV
- Wooden Furniture: Wardrobe, Desk and Chair, Sofa Chair with Coffee Table, and Luggage Shelves
- High Quality Wooden Bed with Comfortable Mattress, Fresh Linens, Soft Pillows, and a Warm Blanket
- Bath Linens and Robe
- Slippers – Standing Shower
- Personal Safe Box
- Emergency Lamp and Hammer
- Life Jacket – Fire Extinguisher
- Electric Kettle with complimentary Tea & Coffee
- Complimentary Drinking Water
- Basket of Fresh Fruit
Extra bed: yes (for child)
Here at Athena Cruise, we believe that travel is not just about what you see but how you see it. We invite you to experience Vietnam with activities that will make your trip unforgettable. From diving into your surroundings with hands-on kayaking or soaking up the view with relaxing Tai Chi. Whatever your travel style, we have something for you!
THIEN CANH SON CAVE
Discover a mysterious ancient cave hidden beneath wild forest canopy and naturally chiseled stone. Explore the three vast caverns of Thien Canh Son Cave, a real-life dream world filled with age-old stalagmites, stalactites and surreal rock formations.
KAYAKING
We offer kayak service for you to explore the beauty of Ha Long Bay to the fullest. Kayaking around Vung Vieng fishing village will be an experience of your life time that you can’t get anywhere else!
VUNG VIENG FLOATING VILLAGE
Get a taste of local culture with a traditional bamboo boat trip to the isolated floating village of Vung Vieng. Learn more about this peaceful community as you sail by the only school, the village’s museum and the modest floating homes that have housed generations.
COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS
Learn about traditional Vietnamese cuisine with a cooking demonstration from our professional chefs. Find out more about local produce and flavors, help whip up popular Vietnamese dishes with expert guidance and, most importantly, taste the final results!
DINING EXPERIENCE
Enjoy an unforgettable fine dining experience with your loved ones. 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.
TAI CHI
Try the ancient art of Tai Chi surrounded by Bai Tu Long Bay’s natural beauty. Take to the sundeck as the sun rises over the bay’s calm waters and limestone karsts. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere as you practice balance, awareness and meditation.
THIEN CANH SON CAVE
Discover a mysterious ancient cave hidden beneath wild forest canopy and naturally chiseled stone. Explore the three vast caverns of Thien Canh Son Cave, a real-life dream world filled with age-old stalagmites, stalactites and surreal rock formations.
KAYAKING
We offer kayak service for you to explore the beauty of Ha Long Bay to the fullest. Kayaking around Vung Vieng fishing village will be an experience of your life time that you can’t get anywhere else!
VUNG VIENG FLOATING VILLAGE
Get a taste of local culture with a traditional bamboo boat trip to the isolated floating village of Vung Vieng. Learn more about this peaceful community as you sail by the only school, the village’s museum and the modest floating homes that have housed generations.
COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS
Learn about traditional Vietnamese cuisine with a cooking demonstration from our professional chefs. Find out more about local produce and flavors, help whip up popular Vietnamese dishes with expert guidance and, most importantly, taste the final results!
DINING EXPERIENCE
Enjoy an unforgettable fine dining experience with your loved ones. 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.
TAI CHI
Try the ancient art of Tai Chi surrounded by Bai Tu Long Bay’s natural beauty. Take to the sundeck as the sun rises over the bay’s calm waters and limestone karsts. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere as you practice balance, awareness and meditation.
Deposit & Payment:
- A deposit of 30% of the tour price per person by credit card or bank transfer plus bank charges is required upon confirmation of your booking (if this amount is less than US$ 500, the full payment will be applied).
- The balance will be paid 15 days prior to the check in date, or you can pay us upon arrival in cash or credit card when we meet in Hanoi.
- Deposit or full payment could be settled via our secured online payment system (SSL).
Cancellation & Refund:
• Cancellation will be charged as follow:
- From 1-4 cabins:
+ 15 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ From 14 to 4 days prior to the arrival: 50% of the total rate charged.
+ Less then 4 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
+ No-Show: Will be charged in full.
- From 5-10 cabins:
+ More than 30 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ From 30 to 15 days prior to the arrival: 30% of the total rate charged.
+ From 14 to 4 days prior to the arrival: 50% of the total rate charged.
+ Less than 4 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
+ No-Show: Will be charged in full.
- More than 10 cabins:
+ More than 30 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ From 30 to 15 days prior to the arrival: 50% of the total rate charged.
+ From 14 to 4 days prior to the arrival: 70% of the total rate charged.
+ Less than 4 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
+ No-Show: Will be charged in full.
• Cancellation must be sent to and confirmed by Vietnam Travel's cruise specialist in writing (by email or fax).
Child Policy (to be confirmed upon reservation and subject to availability):
- Free of charge for one child below the age of 5 years traveling with two adults, sharing bed with two adults. Limited one child per cabin only.
- Children from 5 to below 12 years of age sharing a cabin with two adults on one bed are charged at 50% of adult rate, limited to one child per cabin only.
- Two children below 12 years sharing a private cabin are charged at 75% of the full cabin rate. Child from the age of 12 must occupy a separate cabin and pay the full cabin rate.
Other Policies:
- Check-in time starts at 11:30 AM. Check-out by 9:30 AM.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
- Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by the port authority.
- A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification/ passport are required upon check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- Promotion or Early Bird comes with tight booking conditions and they will be notified separately by Vietnam Travel.
Notes: Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding.: Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding.
- A deposit of 30% of the tour price per person by credit card or bank transfer plus bank charges is required upon confirmation of your booking (if this amount is less than US$ 500, the full payment will be applied).
- The balance will be paid 15 days prior to the check in date, or you can pay us upon arrival in cash or credit card when we meet in Hanoi.
- Deposit or full payment could be settled via our secured online payment system (SSL).
Cancellation & Refund:
• Cancellation will be charged as follow:
- From 1-4 cabins:
+ 15 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ From 14 to 4 days prior to the arrival: 50% of the total rate charged.
+ Less then 4 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
+ No-Show: Will be charged in full.
- From 5-10 cabins:
+ More than 30 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ From 30 to 15 days prior to the arrival: 30% of the total rate charged.
+ From 14 to 4 days prior to the arrival: 50% of the total rate charged.
+ Less than 4 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
+ No-Show: Will be charged in full.
- More than 10 cabins:
+ More than 30 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ From 30 to 15 days prior to the arrival: 50% of the total rate charged.
+ From 14 to 4 days prior to the arrival: 70% of the total rate charged.
+ Less than 4 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
+ No-Show: Will be charged in full.
• Cancellation must be sent to and confirmed by Vietnam Travel's cruise specialist in writing (by email or fax).
Child Policy (to be confirmed upon reservation and subject to availability):
- Free of charge for one child below the age of 5 years traveling with two adults, sharing bed with two adults. Limited one child per cabin only.
- Children from 5 to below 12 years of age sharing a cabin with two adults on one bed are charged at 50% of adult rate, limited to one child per cabin only.
- Two children below 12 years sharing a private cabin are charged at 75% of the full cabin rate. Child from the age of 12 must occupy a separate cabin and pay the full cabin rate.
Other Policies:
- Check-in time starts at 11:30 AM. Check-out by 9:30 AM.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
- Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by the port authority.
- A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification/ passport are required upon check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- Promotion or Early Bird comes with tight booking conditions and they will be notified separately by Vietnam Travel.
Notes: Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding.: Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
We are looking at a number of cruises and trying to get the best price.
We are looking for 4 adults to stay on the cruise 23rd Aug 2018 for 2 nights.
What is the best deal you can do?
Please get back to us.
Kind Regards,
Katy
Thank you for your kind enquiry. My name is Nga Vu - a Halong Bay Cruise Specialist and I will be following up your request.
I have checked with Athena Luxury Cruise and it is fully booked on 30 Apr 2025, but its sister Athena Royal Cruise is still available 2 days 1 nights:
Cancellation & Refund:
• Cancellation will be charged as follow:
- From 1-4 cabins:
+ More than 15 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ From 14 to 4 days prior to the arrival: 50% of each canceled cabin charged.
+ Less than 4 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
- No-Show: Will be charged in full.
• Cancellation must be sent to and confirmed by Vietnam Travel's cruise specialist in writing (by email or fax).
Bad Weather Policy:
In the event the cruise is affected by bad weather, the cruise company reserves the right to cancel all or parts of their cruises services. Following charges may be applied:
- Cancellation before 11:00 o'clock at cruise date: Full refund for the cruise package but transportation will be charged (if any).
- Cruise is canceled and guests have a meal (lunch) only (no cruise, no overnight, boat stays in the harbor): US$ 50 per person.
- Cruise is canceled and guests have a meal (lunch) and round-trip transfer Hanoi - Halong only (no cruise, no overnight, boat stays in the harbor): US$ 50 per person + transportation.
- Day cruise (3-4 hours cruise, no overnight, lunch on boat): US$ 90 per person.
- Day cruise (3-4 hours cruise, no overnight, lunch on the boat, round-trip transfer Hanoi - Halong): US$ 90 per person + transportation.
Detailed information on prices, programs, Refund, and cancellation terms has been emailed to you.
Please advise me if you would like to go ahead with the booking.
I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Best Regards,
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