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.
DAY 01: HA NOI - BAI TU LONG BAY - KAYAKING - CONG DO AREA
07.30 - 07.40 Pick up at your Hotel by VIP bus.
12.30 Embark at Hon Gai International harbor.
12.15 - 12.45 Embark on the boat. Enjoy welcome drink as Cruise Manager gives you a brief overview of the itinerary and important safety guideline. Check in your cabin.
13.30 - 14.30 Have lunch while cruising to magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay; Start sailing among famous Islets (Indochina studio, Am Islet…) of Bai Tu Long Bay, the wildest beauty with the panoramic natural views.
15.00 - 16.30 Visit and explore the well - hidden Co Cave (known as Thien Canh Son Cave) where you can be hiking to the middle of the mountain to see the wild and mysterious beautiful cave, contemplate numerous sparkling stalactites appear like 'hanging lamps’ inside the Cave. (No swimming).
Return to the boat and enjoy Happy hour. You will have 30% discount off from the special menu drinks including of cocktail, mock - tail and mixed drinks (from 16.30 pm to 19.00 pm.)
16.30 - 17.30 Enjoy kayaking at Cong Do or relaxing on the cruise.
18:00 - 19.00 Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (spring roll).
19.00 - 21.00 Dinner is served in the restaurant. You can enjoy the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
21.00 - 22.00 Enjoy evening activities (Squid Fishing, Movie Night, Board Games, Massage & Spa services) or relax at the leisure then overnight at private cabin at Cong Do area.
DAY 02: CONG DO AREA - VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE - VINASHIN TOURIST HARBOR
06.30 - 07.00 Welcome a new day with an amazing dawn on Bai Tu Long Bay. Refresh your body and soul with a Tai - chi session on the sundeck.
07.00 - 07.30 Catch the morning view of seascape while enjoying the breakfast with cookies and tea, café in the restaurant.
07.30 - 08.30 Visit Vung Vieng fishing village - the famous fishing farm by bamboo boat and discover life of local people living on the surface of Halong Bay. (No swimming).
08.30 - 9.30 Pack up the luggage and check out of the cabin.
09.30 - 10.40 Enjoy the brunch in the restaurant while cruising back to Vinashin tourist harbor.
11.00 Disembark from boat.
12.00 Our bus ready to takes you back to Ha Noi.
16.30 Arrive back to your Hotel. Your trip end!
Attention: The cruise itinerary is subject to change due to the weather, tide level and operating conditions without prior notice.
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.
DAY 01: HA NOI - BAI TU LONG BAY - KAYAKING - CONG DO AREA
07.30 - 07.40 Pick up at your hotel by VIP bus.
12.30 Embark at Hon Gai International harbor.
12.15 - 12.45 Embark on the boat. Enjoy welcome drink as Cruise Manager gives you a brief overview of the itinerary and important safety guideline. Check in your cabin.
13.30 - 14.30 Have lunch while cruising to magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay; Start sailing among famous Islets (Indochina studio, Am Islet…) of Bai Tu Long Bay, the wildest beauty with the panoramic natural views.
15.00 - 16.30 Visit and explore the well - hidden Co Cave (known as Thien Canh Son Cave) where you can be hiking to the middle of the mountain to see the wild and mysterious beautiful cave, contemplate numerous sparkling stalactites appear like 'hanging lamps’ inside the Cave. (No swimming).
Return to the boat and enjoy Happy hour. You will have 30% discount off from the special menu drinks including of cocktail, mock-tail and mixed drinks (from 16.30 pm to 19.00 pm.)
16.30 - 17.30 Enjoy kayaking at Cong Do or relaxing on the cruise.
18.00 - 19.00 Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (spring roll).
19.00 - 21.00 Dinner is served in the restaurant. You can enjoy the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
21.00 - 22.00 Enjoy evening activities (Squid Fishing, Movie Night, Board Games, Massage & Spa services) or relax at the leisure then overnight at private cabin at Cong Do area.
DAY 02: CONG DO AREA - CONG DAM ( HON XEP NATURE PARK ) - THAY CAVE - CONG DO ANCHOR (B/L/D)
06.00 - 06.30 Welcome a new day with an amazing dawn on Bai Tu Long Bay with a Tai - chi session on the sundeck.
07.00 - 07.45 Catch the morning view of seascape while enjoying the breakfast in the restaurant.
08.00 - 08.15 Transfer to Day Junk (Day Boat) and start cruising to admire the widest beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay.
08.30 - 10.00 Visit Cong Dam Area - Deep into Bai Tu Long Bay, the famous hidden lagoons covered by majestic limestone islands and islets with wild beaches
10.00 - 12.00 Kayak through lagoons at Geological Park in Cong Dam and relax at one of the most beautiful beaches in Bai Tu Long Bay
12.30 - 13.30 Enjoy the lunch in the restaurant on day boat while cruising to Thay Cave
14.00 - 15.30 Bamboo boat and discover Thay cave, one of the well - hidden cave in Ha Long Bay
16.00 - 16.30 Transfer from Day Junk (Day Boat) back to main boat - Huong Hai Sealife Cruise.
17.00 - 19.00 Enjoy Happy hour on sundeck & attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (spring roll).
19.00-22.00 Have dinner, enjoy evening activity (squid fishing) or relax at leisure then overnight on board in Cong Do area.
DAY 03: CONG DO AREA - VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE - HON GAI PORT - HA NOI RETREAT (BRUNCH)
06.30 - 07.00 Welcome a new day with an amazing dawn on Bai Tu Long Bay. Refresh your body and soul with a Tai - chi session on the sundeck.
07.00 - 07.30 Catch the morning view of seascape while enjoying the breakfast with cookies and tea, café in the restaurant.
07.30 - 08.30 Visit Vung Vieng fishing village by a rustic row - boat or kayaking, meet the local people and pass through the floating school and fish farms. (No swimming)
08.30 - 09.30 Pack up the luggage and check out of the cabin.
09.30 - 10.40 Enjoy the brunch in the restaurant while cruising back to Vinashin tourist harbor.
11.00 Disembark from boat.
12.00 Your driver takes you back to Ha Noi.
15.00 You will reach back to your Hotel. Your trip ends!
Attention: The cruise itinerary is subject to change due to the weather, tide level and operating conditions without prior notice.