5 star 🌸 Cruise Halong bay 🌸 Athena Cruise 🌸

DAY 1: HANOI - HALONG - SUPRISING CAVE - TITOV ISLAND.

Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner.

Opt1 ===> We pick up tourist from Hanoi (Hanoi Old Quater) at 7: 30 - 8: 30 from your Hotel.
Opt 2 ===> We pick up tourist from Halong Habour at arround 12:00 (If you are in Halong - you should move to our waitting lounge at 11:00 and wait).Then CHECK-IN Warmly welcomed by Athena Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete
the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise.

12:30 ONBOARD Transferred to the Athena Cruise by a tender boat. The Cruise Manager and the whole crew member welcome you onboard, a safety briefing and clearing out the itinerary will be delivered while you are enjoying our signature welcome drink.
12:45 HAPPY LUNCH Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Halong Bay – a natural wonder of the world, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery and  famous sights of limestone.

14:45 ACTIVITIES The cruise stops at “Bo Nau” cave (Pelican Cave), the core area of the world’s
natural heritage. Transferring by tender to “Sung Sot” Cave (Surprising cave) – the biggest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay.

15:45 ACTIVITIES Leaving Surprising cave, keep moving by tender to the Titov island was named by
Uncle Ho, after Gherman Stepanovich Titov - the Soviet astronaut who visited in
1962.
Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach or climbing the steps of the Rock to the
top of the island. A magical panoramic view of Halong Bay will surprise you there
17:00 RELAX Back to the main cruise, it’s the best time for doing whatever you want. Relaxing at the outdoor jacuzzi, sunbathe on the sundeck, experience a spa treatment...The cruise moves to the overnight place – (Titop587).

18:00 - 19:00 HAPPY HOUR Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.

18:30 COOKING CLASS A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef

19:00 DINNER A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day
20:30 CHEERFUL EVENING Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games (in the dining
room); squid fishing; massage... The Cruise Manager will be there to support you.

DAY 2: HALONG ACTIVITIES - LUON CAVE KAYAKING - GET BACK HANOI. Breakfast - Brunch.

06:30 TAI-CHI CLASS Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to “Luon” Cave

07:00 BREAKFAST A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant
08:00 VISITING CAVE Visit “Luon” cave - one of the caves open to the form beautiful endemic then
vegetation of Halong Bay. 2 options to choose how to discover it: kayaking for free and traditional woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman (public ticket
50.000đ/person).

09:00 CHECK OUT Come back to Athena cruise, relax and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage. outside the door. Athena team will collect and get them ready on the Pier.
09:30 BRUNCH Enjoy a brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port

10:45 GOODBYE Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation.

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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 NOTES ABOUT THE CRUISE PROGRAM AND SERVICE
ABOUT THE CRUISE PROGRAM & ACTIVITIES.
- The itinerary can be changed without prior notice.
- The timing of this itinerary is estimated, and the exact time will be informed before departure time.
- All activities are included and optional. You can stay on the boat and relax instead of joining outside
activities.
- Due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be
canceled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
ABOUT FOOD & BEVERAGE ON BOARD
- All meals onboard are included as clearly stated in the program
- Standard menus onboard are served for all customers. If there are special food preferences, allergies
or dietary requirements, please inform us at least 3 days before the departure date.
PERSONAL DOCUMENTS AND BELONGINGS
- Not to be missed: ID card/Passport (necessary for check-in)
- Personal outfit recommendation: sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, sneakers, swimming suit...

INCLUSION
- 1-night accommodation at Athena’s suite cabin
- All dining experiences on-board
- Free access to the cruise recreation facilities
- Various activities: morning Tai Chi class, cave visiting by kayaking, squid fishing & swimming
- English-speaking guide onboard
- All entrance fees & sightseeing fee
EXCLUSION
- Round trip transfer Hanoi - Halong
- Drinks, Spa, and Laundry service
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- VAT
POLICY FOR SINGLE AND EXTRA BEDS:
- The third person using an extra bed: 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 the price per an
adult
- From 11-year-old: price as an adult.

DAY 1: HANOI - HALONG BAY - BO NAU CAVE - COOKING CLASS - SUPRISING CAVE - TITOV ISLAND.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Opt1 ===> We pick up tourist from Hanoi (Hanoi Old Quater) at 7: 30 - 8: 30 from your Hotel.
Opt 2 ===> We pick up tourist from Halong Habour at arround 12:00 (If you are in Halong - you should move to our waitting lounge at 11:00 and wait).Then CHECK-IN Warmly welcomed by Athena Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete
the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise.

12:00 CHECK-IN Warmly welcomed by Athena Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete
the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the
cruise.

12:30 ONBOARD Transferred to the Athena Cruise by a tender boat. The cruise Manager and the
whole crew member welcome you onboard, a safety briefing and clearing out the
itinerary will be delivered while you are enjoying our signature welcome drink
12:45 HAPPY LUNCH Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Halong Bay – a natural wonder of the world, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery and famous sights of limestone

14:45 ACTIVITIES The cruise stops at “Bo Nau” cave (Pelican Cave), the core area of the world’s  natural heritage. Transferring by tender to “Sung Sot” Cave (Surprising cave) – the biggest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay.

15:45 ACTIVITIES Leaving Surprising cave, keep moving by tender to the Titov island was named by Uncle Ho, after Gherman Stepanovich Titov - the Soviet astronaut who visited in 1962.
Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach or climbing the steps of the Rock to the
top of the island. A magical panoramic view of Halong Bay will surprise you there
17:00 RELAX Back to the main cruise, it’s the best time for doing whatever you want. Relaxing at the outdoor jacuzzi, sunbathe on the sundeck, experience a spa treatment...The cruise moves to the overnight place – (Titop587)

18:00 - 19:00 HAPPY HOUR Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.

18:30 COOKING CLASS A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef

19:00 DINNER A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day
20:30 CHEERFUL EVENING Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games (in the dining room); squid fishing; massage... The Cruise Manager will be there to support you.

DAY 2: HALONG BAY - FLOATING VILLAGE -KAYAKING - MAZE CAVE.
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner.

06:30 TAI-CHI CLASS Go od morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes
07:00 BREAKFAST A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant
08:30 TRANSFER Transfer to a dayboat to discover a rustic floating village and another brilliant cave in Halong Bay.

10:00 FLOATING VILLAGE Arrived at Tung Sau Area, the village with local fishing life and pearl farming area will be discovered by kayaking

12:00 LUNCH After exercising with a kayak, a traditional Vietnamese menu is ready to serve for lunch.

13:30 VISITING CAVE After relaxing on the boat, we will continue the trip to the next brilliant cave named “Me Cung” cave (Maze cave)

15:00 RELAX Back to the main cruise, it’s the best time for doing whatever you want. Relaxing at the outdoor jacuzzi, sunbathe on the sundeck, experience a spa treatment...

18:00 - 19:00 HAPPY HOUR Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.

18:30 COOKING CLASS A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef.

19:00 DINNER A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day
20:30 CHEERFUL EVENING Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games (in the dining
room); squid fishing; massage... The Cruise Manager will be there to support you

DAY 3: LUON CAVE KAYAING - CHECK OUT- HANOI.
Breakfast/ Brunch.
06:30 TAI-CHI CLASS Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes

whilst cruising to “Luon” Cave

07:00 BREAKFAST A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant
08:00 VISITING CAVE Visit “Luon” cave - one of the caves open to the form beautiful endemic then
vegetation of Halong Bay. 2 options to choose how to discover it: kayaking for free
and traditional woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman (public ticket
50.000đ/person).

09:00 CHECK OUT Come back to Athena cruise, relaxing and packing the luggage. Leave the luggage
outside the door. Athena team will collect and get them ready on the Pier.
09:30 BRUNCH Enjoy a brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port.

10:45 GOODBYE Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation.