ATHENA CRUISE
All staffs of Athena are well trained and always try to go out of their way to keep their inhouse guests happy all throughout the trip.
To be launched in mid-April 2017, Athena Cruise seeks to deliver a one-of-its kind trip to the natural world heritage site of Halong Bay. There are 4 types of cabins spreading over 3 decks: Executive suites, Elegant Suite, Terrace suite and Family Suite. Restaurants and sundecks are both spacious and well-equipped to make sure you will enjoy every single moment being on board. You can spend your leisure time reading books or watching sunset with 360 degree view from the top deck, or indulge in luxury spa service. Transportation
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Factsheet
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2 DAYS 1 NIGHT ITINERARY
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PRICE
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DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – BAI TU LONG (L, D)
7:30-8:15 - Our driver will pick you up at your hotel/stay in Hanoi Old Quarter. Heading to Halong Bay with short breaktime on the half way.
12:45 – We will welcome you with a drink as you board the Athena Elegance Cruise. Our Cruise Manager will give you a briefing and safety instruction as well as review the itinerary day before check in.
13:00 – Enjoy a buffet Lunch as the boat cruises from Ha Long to Bai Tu Long Bay.
15:30 – 17:30 – If you want to relax on the boat instead of participating in other activities, feel free to use our sauna for no extra cost, or chose to relax on our sundeck or in your cabin.
15:45 – You can visit Vung Vieng fishing village by rowing boat.
16:45 – We offer kayaking at this time.
17:30 – Happy hour in our bar will start from 17:30 to 18:45. Buy one get one free!
17:45 – On our Sundeck you can participate in our Chef Cooking Demonstration with traditional Vietnamese food: learn how to cook Deep Fried Spring Rolls and the decorative technique of creating flower carvings from fresh fruit or vegetables.
19:15 – A set menu multi-course Dinner will be served.
21:00 – Free time on the boat. Try squid fishing from the first deck of the boat, relax on the Sundeck and enjoy drink service until you wish to return to your room.
DAY 2: THIEN CANH SON CAVE – HANOI (B, L)
06:15 – We have a Tai Chi demonstration on the Sundeck; tea and coffee are available at this time.
06:45 – Breakfast will be served in the restaurant.
07:20 – Explore Thien Canh Son cave in Ha Long Bay. Witness its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Note: there are about 400 steps to get up to the cave.
08:45 – Check out is from 08:45 to 9:30. At this time you can put your luggage on the first deck for us to transfer to our tender and settle your bill with reception.
09:15 – Brunch will be served at the restaurant on the 2nd deck.
10:30 – Disembark to Vinashin Marina.
Then, bus will transfer you back to your hotel in Hanoi
16:30 – Bus transfer you back your hotel/stay in the old quarter. Trip ends
7:30-8:15 - Our driver will pick you up at your hotel/stay in Hanoi Old Quarter. Heading to Halong Bay with short breaktime on the half way.
12:45 – We will welcome you with a drink as you board the Athena Elegance Cruise. Our Cruise Manager will give you a briefing and safety instruction as well as review the itinerary day before check in.
13:00 – Enjoy a buffet Lunch as the boat cruises from Ha Long to Bai Tu Long Bay.
15:30 – 17:30 – If you want to relax on the boat instead of participating in other activities, feel free to use our sauna for no extra cost, or chose to relax on our sundeck or in your cabin.
15:45 – You can visit Vung Vieng fishing village by rowing boat.
16:45 – We offer kayaking at this time.
17:30 – Happy hour in our bar will start from 17:30 to 18:45. Buy one get one free!
17:45 – On our Sundeck you can participate in our Chef Cooking Demonstration with traditional Vietnamese food: learn how to cook Deep Fried Spring Rolls and the decorative technique of creating flower carvings from fresh fruit or vegetables.
19:15 – A set menu multi-course Dinner will be served.
21:00 – Free time on the boat. Try squid fishing from the first deck of the boat, relax on the Sundeck and enjoy drink service until you wish to return to your room.
DAY 2: THIEN CANH SON CAVE – HANOI (B, L)
06:15 – We have a Tai Chi demonstration on the Sundeck; tea and coffee are available at this time.
06:45 – Breakfast will be served in the restaurant.
07:20 – Explore Thien Canh Son cave in Ha Long Bay. Witness its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Note: there are about 400 steps to get up to the cave.
08:45 – Check out is from 08:45 to 9:30. At this time you can put your luggage on the first deck for us to transfer to our tender and settle your bill with reception.
09:15 – Brunch will be served at the restaurant on the 2nd deck.
10:30 – Disembark to Vinashin Marina.
Then, bus will transfer you back to your hotel in Hanoi
16:30 – Bus transfer you back your hotel/stay in the old quarter. Trip ends
Price Includes
Price Excludes
Note
Policy for extra bed
Policy for children
- Welcome cocktail
- Ha Long Bay tour permit, entrance fees and sightseeing fees.
- Accommodation in luxury air-conditioned cabin
- Full board meals: 01 lunch, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast,01 brunch
- 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 Excludes
- Transfer by shuttle bus costs USD30 per person for round trip (Hanoi – Ha Long – Hanoi)
- Airfares,
- 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
Note
- Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
- Meals on-board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should provide us with any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least 3 days prior to the departure date.
- 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.
- Elderly people, people with physical health problem or kids who cannot use kayaking and need to use a bamboo boat are free of charge.
Policy for extra bed
- The third person using extra bed shall be added 75% price as one adult
Policy for children
- 01 child under 5-year-old (sharing a bed with parents): Free of charge
- 01 child from 5 and under 11-year-old (sharing a bed with parents): 75% of the price per an adult
- The second children 02 children under 5 years old using an extra bed per cabin: 75% of price per an adult
- From 11-year-old: price as an adult