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The Athena Cruise is the brand new five-star luxury cruise vessel in Ha Long Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay. Built in 2016, the Athena 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 open bar, coffee lounge, spa and sauna. On board the Athena Cruise there are 21 high-end cabins with 5 different styles available to custom-tailor your voyage with us. Our journey from the legendary Ha Long Bay to the less-traveled Bai Tu Long Bay will give you a unique experience that other cruises do not offer. On the Athena Cruise you will find yourself surrounded by natural beauty and captivated by the mysterious, ancient, natural wonder of Ha Long Bay. Our friendly and professional staff and crew are dedicated to your safety and enjoyment. We are available 24 hours a day to deliver to you the most luxurious and enjoyable experience on our ship. Whether you seek adventure, luxury, romance, or relaxation, the Athena Cruise will give you the experience of a lifetime.
ATHENA TRIPLE SUITE WITH BALCONY
Price 2days 1nights | contact us ! |
Price 3days 2nights | contact us ! |
No of Cabins | 2 |
Cabin Location | 1st deck |
Avg. Room Size | 35 m2 |
Bed Type | 1 Double + 1 Single Bed |
Maximun Occupants | 3 adults + 1 child |
Note | Private Balcony with Ocean View, Extra (Twin) Bed available for 1 Child |
Special notes
The Athena Family Triple Suite is a great option for families or large groups. Located on the first deck, the Athena Family Triple Suite features a modern design and a private balcony. The Suite is the most spacious cabin on the first deck, giving you a home-like experience while enjoying our 5 star exquisite service. With the Athena Family Triple Suite, we want to make Ha long Bay your new dream home.
ATHENA TERRACE SUITE
Price 2days 1nights | contact us ! |
Price 3days 2nights | contact us ! |
No of Cabins | 2 |
Cabin Location | 2nd deck |
Avg. Room Size | 32 m2 |
Bed Type | Double |
Maximun Occupants | 2 adults + 1 child |
Note | Private Sun Terrace with Panoramic Ocean View, Extra (Twin) Bed available for 1 Child |
Special notes
The Athena Terrace Suite is our premium cabin suite. Located on the second deck, the Athena Terrace Suite features a private sun terrace which offers you a panoramic view of the sea and breathtaking scenery. Designed to provide you with privacy, comfort and relaxation, this gorgeous cabin will make you fall in at first sight. A perfect choice for couples to spend their honeymoon, anniversaries or any other special moment of their love life!
ELEGANT SUITE WITH BALCONY
Price 2days 1nights | contact us ! |
Price 3days 2nights | contact us ! |
No of Cabins | 6 |
Cabin Location | 2nd deck |
Avg. Room Size | 28 m2 |
Bed Type | Double/Twin |
Maximun Occupants | 2 adults + 1 child |
Note | Private Balcony, Ocean View, Extra (Twin) Bed available for 1 Child |
Special notes
Located on the second deck of the Athena Cruise, the Athena Elegant Suite with Balcony is a private and quiet cabin that promises you a good night sleep during the night and a stunning and serene view during the daytime. The Elegant Suite is just couple steps away from our indoor restaurant and bar so if you want a drink in the middle of the night you know where to go.
EXECUTIVE SUITE WITH BALCONY
Price 2days 1nights | contact us ! |
Price 3days 2nights | contact us ! |
No of Cabins | 10 |
Cabin Location | 1st deck |
Avg. Room Size | 25 m2 |
Bed Type | Double/Twin |
Maximun Occupants | 2 adults + 1 child |
Note | Private Balcony, Ocean View, Extra (Twin) Bed available for 1 Child |
Special notes
Located on the first deck of the Athena Cruise, the Athena Executive Suite with Balcony is our most affordable cabin. Just one look and you will see that there is nothing standard about it. Every cabin features an outdoor sitting area and a large window, giving you a scenic view of the ocean and the beautiful stone formations of Ha Long Bay. The room is comfortable, well-designed, and romantic, complete with air conditioning, LED TV, and a standing shower with hot water 24 hours a day guaranteed. The private bathroom features a window allowing you to view the wondrous scenery during every moment that you stay with us.
FAMILY CONNECTING SUITE
Price 2days 1nights | contact us ! |
Price 3days 2nights | contact us ! |
No of Cabins | 1 |
Cabin Location | 2nd deck |
Avg. Room Size | 58 m2 |
Bed Type | 1 Double + 1Twin Connecting Cabin |
Maximun Occupants | 4 adults + 4 children |
Note | Private Balcony, Extra (Twin) Bed available for 1 Child |
Special notes
The Athena Family Connecting Suite is best option for families with more than one child or a group of four. Located on the second deck, the Athena Family Connecting Suite is two cabins sharing a connecting door and a private balcony. By choosing this cabin you can keep your family together while maintaining individual privacy. This Suite caters the same luxury services and exquisite views for every guest in your party.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
Itinerary | Cabin type | single | double/twin sharing |
2D1N | Athena Executive Suite with private balcony ( 1st Floor) | 235 | 170 |
Athena Elegant Suite with private balcony ( 2nd Floor) | 258 | 185 | |
3D2N | Athena Executive Suite with private balcony ( 1st Floor) | 425 | 300 |
Athena Elegant Suite with private balcony ( 2nd Floor) | 463 | 325 |
Bai Tu Long Bay was selected as one of the representative areas of marine conservation in Vietnam and has entered the “top 5” Southeast Asia’s greatest tourist attractions and only with the program 2 days and 1 night to discover the magic and silent beauty of Thien Canh cave and Cong Dong area, it is the most beautiful bay and fewer boats visit than neighboring Ha Long Bay. Please spend a night to enjoy this majestic and tranquil scene with our Athena cruise
DAY 1: HA NOI- BAI TU LONG BAY-KAYAKING-VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE
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: 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.
In Vietnam, we never say “Goodbye” we always say “See you again”
NOTICE: WIFI CONNECTION IS AVAILABLE ON BOARD BUT HAS LIMITED INTERNET CONNECTIVITY THROUGHOUT THE ITINERARY DUE TO THE SEA AND THE KARST LIMESTONES AND MOUNTAINS BLOCKING THE SIGNAL FROM THE SATELLITES. PLEASE TAKE THIS INTO YOUR CONSIDERATION
PRICE INCLUDES
PRICE EXCLUDES
REMARK:
POLICY FOR SINGLE AND EXTRA BED:
POLICY FOR CHILDREN:
The 3 days/ 2night package trip is the most perfect itinerary to visit Bai Tu Long bay. in this bay its islands are unpolluted and relatively undeveloped and for tourists, its a laid back alternative to the touristy bustle of Halong Bay. The trip is a great combination of unique experience and discover both landscapes and cultural exchange. This trip is organized and managed by the well-known local travel company and definitely, it is worth staying every minutes
DAY 1: HA NOI- BAI TU LONG BAY-KAYAKING-VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE
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 The Gala dinner is ready for you.
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.
In Vietnam, we never say “Goodbye” we always say “See you again”
IMPORTANT NOTES: WIFI CONNECTION IS AVAILABLE ON BOARD BUT HAS LIMITED INTERNET CONNECTIVITY THROUGHOUT THE ITINERARY DUE TO THE SEA AND THE KARST LIMESTONES AND MOUNTAINS BLOCKING THE SIGNAL FROM THE SATELLITES. PLEASE TAKE THIS INTO YOUR CONSIDERATION
Price includes
Price excludes
Remark:
Policy for a single cabin and an extra bed:
Policy for children:
Halong Bay is recognized as the World Natural Heritage that is the area of 434 sq. km with 775 islands. It looks like a giant triangle with Ðầu Gỗ Island, Ba Hầm Lake and Cống Tây Island as its three angle points. Currently, Halong Sen Cruise is one of the leading travel companies in organizing high-end one day tours to serve our luxury tourists as well as aims to protect the ecological environment and sustainable development of Ha Long Bay.
Exploring the beauty of Ha Long Bay with 1 day itinerary
07.15-07.45: Pick up at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (for guests booking transfer services provided by Halong Sen Cruises)
10.00: Have a break en-route at a Rest Stop in Hai Duong City. Relax, have a cup of tea or coffee, or take a look around the arts and crafts center within 25 minutes. It is also time for our driver to take a short rest after 2 hours driving in order to ensure the safety of the trip.
12.15: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor. Check-in and embark on our cruise. The cruise leaves Tuan Chau Harbor for an incredible trip to explore the beauty of Ha Long Bay.
12.30: Lunch is served with Vietnamese traditional specialties while cruising towards Hoa Cuong area. Along the way, enjoy extraordinary scenery of thousands of limestone islands and islets in Ha Long Bay such as: Dog Rock, Duck Rock, Fighting Cock Rock, Lu Huong Islet. Camera should be well prepared to take amazing pictures at these places.
14.00: Arrive at Hoa Cuong area, one of the most beautiful corners of Ha Long Bay. Surrounded by majestic limestone mountains, Hoa Cuong presents to you a mysterious world with wild and gracious beauty. Just like a sleeping princess, it is waiting for you to wake up.
Especially, you will see an a beautiful limestone islet rising from sea water in the shape of a giant thumb, which is then called Thumb Rock. Mother Nature has put Thumb Rock here to send a message of goodness to every passenger cruising in Ha Long. Camera should be well prepared to take amazing pictures of this place.
14.30: The cruise heads towards Ba Hang area, formerly known as Ba Hang fishing village but now villagers have moved to another area. Exploring the hidden charm of the gorgeous Ba Hang in 45 minutes by kayaking
15.15: Back to Halong Sen Cruises and continue the exciting trip to the next stop.
15.30: Arrive at Thien Cung cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay. Together with our best guide, you will explore this unique and magnificent museum of natural arts elaborately created by the magic hands of Mother Nature.
On the way back to harbor, you will be participating in a cooking class to make fresh spring roll demonstrated by our chef on the sundeck. You also have chance to enjoy Vietnamese lotus tea served with delicious candied lotus seeds. The lovely subtle bitterness of the tea and the nice elegant sweetness of candied lotus seeds mingle in a perfect way, creating an unforgettable taste lingering in your mouth. Delicacy, elegance and sophistication of the two specialties make Vietnamese people proud of their own unique culture. Also take the chance to learn how to make the tea in traditional way through a nice demonstration from our expert.
17.00: The boat arrives at pier. End of the itinerary and transfer back to Hanoi.
PRICE INCLUDES:
– Limousine transfer for Hanoi-Ha Long-Ha Noi route
– Professional guide
– 01 complimentary bottle of water on transfer vehicle.
– 01 lunch
– Entrance fees and sightseeing fees.
– Kayaking service
– Insurance on-board
PRICE EXCLUDES:
Family connecting room is available, please contact with us for detail quotation
“Price per adult in US$ ”
Period: 1 January – 30 April 2018
SPECIAL DAY SURCHARGE
40usd on 25/12 and 31/12 for party
CHILD POLICY
a. Children under 5 years old are FOC, sharing a room with parent/s.
b. Children from 5 to 10 years of age are charged 75%
c. Children from 11 years old will be considered adult
d. 02 children under 5 years old (arrange extra bed): 75% of 01 adult
Price inclusion
Welcome cocktail
Ha Long Bay tour permit, entrance fees and sightseeing fees.
Accommodation in luxury air-conditioned cabin
Full board meals
Sauna facility from 15.30pm -16.30pm
Kayak service
Water, tea and fresh fruit in the cabin.
Taxes and service charges
Insurance on-board
Price exclusion
Airfares, transportation to and from Ha Long Bay (20 usd/pax)
Visa arrangements
Bamboo rowing boat (50,000vnd/ pax; upon your request)
Beauty spa services
Other beverages, tips and personal expenses
Surcharge on Christmas 24/12; New Year 31/12.
All other services that not clearly mentioned
Head Office: 5th floor, South Pacific Building, 73 Ly Nam De str., Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Tel: (+84)346887979
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