Athena Premium Cruise 3 Days 2 Nights

Morning

8:00 - 8:30: For those who book the transfer service (extra charge), wait for your driver at your hotel, then travel to Halong Bay via highway.

12:00: You will be welcomed aboard at Halong International Cruise Port. Check-in procedures will be completed in the waiting lounge, while the crew will carefully transfer luggage to the cruise.

Embark the cruise at around 12:30. The crew will welcome you aboard, Cruise Manager will brief on safety measures as well as summarize the itinerary while you enjoy welcome drinks.

You then enjoy lunch with delicious local specialties prepared from regional products; admire and contemplate the majestic limestone mountains with their diverse and spectacular formations…

Afternoon

Small boats take you to visit Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave), one of the most spectacular and beautiful caves in Halong Bay, with fascinating stalactites and stalagmites.

Afterward, we travel to Titop Island, an island named after the Soviet space hero Gherman Titov. Here, you can freely swim or climb the mountain. From the summit over 100m above sea level, you can enjoy a spectacular and enchanting view of the bay.

You return to the vessel to relax freely and enjoy the sunset over the sea. Relax at the 4-seasons infinity pool, sunbathe on the sundeck, experience onsen, sauna, and spa treatment… (contact reception for service pricing)

Later, you can join the “Happy Hour” program or take part in a hands-on cooking demonstration with a head chef to learn and prepare an authentic Vietnamese dish.

Evening

Enjoy a premium dinner at the cruise's luxurious restaurant, then you can watch movies, play mini games, go squid fishing, karaoke, or have a massage (contact reception for service pricing)…

Morning

You can join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck, then recharge with a refreshing breakfast in the restaurant. This is an ideal time to admire the panoramic view of Ha Long Bay in the morning light

Then, we transfer to a day boat to continue the journey to new destinations on the second day. You will visit one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay - Me Cung Cave. With its intricate pathways like a maze, visitors will have a fun time exploring around.

Arriving at the Tung Sau area, you can visit the pearl farming area and enjoy kayaking activities while taking a look at the stunning scenery here.

After having outdoor activities, enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on a day boat. Then, you can relax and enjoy afternoon tea while learning about Vietnamese tea culture.

Afternoon

We then return to the main cruise and continue a relaxing journey amid the poetic scenery of the bay. You can relax at the infinity pool, sunbathe on the sundeck, experience the onsen, sauna, and spa treatment,… 

During sunset time, feel free to join the Happy Hour program for some drinks or take part in the Vietnamese cooking class.

Evening

Have a nice dinner at the 3rd deck restaurant after an active day. Then, you can spend your leisure time getting a massage, watching a movie, going squid fishing, or simply resting in your room.

Morning & Afternoon

Enjoy your last day on the cruise with a nice Tai Chi class, or sleep in, then have breakfast to refuel for the day (coffee, tea, fresh milk, mineral water, pastries, bread, fruit, and cereals).

We visit Luon Cave by kayak (free), one of the most beautiful open caves with diverse endemic vegetation in Halong Bay. Guests can also explore the cave on local bamboo boats (VND 50,000/person).

Return to the cruise to rest and complete check-out procedures around 9:00. Please place your luggage at the cabin door; staff will transfer it to the port. 

The cruise then departs for Halong International Cruise Port. Let’s enjoy a tasty brunch and settle any service bills (if applicable) at the restaurant.

10:45: The cruise arrives at the cruise port. Farewell and disembark. If you book the transfer service (extra charge), wait at the cruise’s lounge, and return to Hanoi approximately at 14:30.