SIC TOUR - CODE: SUN07
Cruise Name: Athena Royal Halong Cruise
HIGHLIGHTS
✔ Luxurious cruise with world-class facilities and a modern, refined interior design that meets a 5-star standard.
✔ Explore Halong Bay by kayak, visit the largest cave and conquering the peak of Titop Island for a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay.
✔ Discover the rustic culture of fishing local people in floating village
✔Authentic Vietnamese cuisines onboard
DAY 1: HANOI - HALONG INTERNATIONAL PORT – SURPRISING CAVE – TITOV ISLAND (L/D)
08.00 – 8.30 Leave Ha Noi city for Ha Long International Cruise Port in Bai Chay town, Ha Long city. Refresh up at the lounge.
11:30: Ready at Signature check-in lounge
12:00 CHECK-IN
Warmly welcomed by Athena Team in Halong International Harbor. 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 our 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 Athena Cruise after a chain of interesting activities. Time for relaxing while 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: DAY BOAT ITINERARY (B/L/D)
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.
08:15 – 09:45 TRANSFER BOAT
The transfer boat will pick you up to continue enjoy sightseeing and discover the beauty landscape of Halong Bay
10:00 VISITING CAVE
Relaxing on the boat with view of amazing limestone, we will continue the trip to the brilliant cave named “Me Cung” cave (Maze cave)
11:00 ACTIVITIES
Arrived at Tung Sau Area, visit pearl farming area and kayaking
12:30 HAPPY LUNCH
After exercising with a kayak, a traditional Vietnamese menu is ready to serve for lunch
14:00 TEA BREAK
Relaxing & enjoy tea break, discover the Vietnamese tea culture.
14:00 – 15:30 BACK TO THE MAIN CRUISE
Transfer boat move to Vung Vieng area brink you back to Signature cruise, and move to Titop area bring you back to Athena cruise.
16:00 RELAX
Back to Athena 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 hour “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: TI TOP ISLAND – KAYAKING – HALONG INTERNATIONAL PORT - HANOI (LIGHT 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
07:30 TI TOP ISLAND
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.
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.
11h00 – 15h30 Transfer back to Ha Noi City and trip finishes at the hotel around 15h30.
*The tour schedule can be changed based on the day's weather and travelling conditions.
HOME SWEET HOME
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Shuttle bus/ Luxury Limousine Transportation round trip
- English Speaking Guide from Hanoi and on board
- Entrance and Sightseeing fees
- Welcome drink
- Meals are mentioned on program (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Cooking class
- Morning Taichi Class
- Night squid fishing
- Kayaking ticket to visit Luon cave (Itinerary - Ha Long Bay) or visit Vung Vieng fishing village (Itinerary - Bai Tu Long Bay)
- Daily mineral water (2 bottles/ pax/ tour day), tea, coffee in the cabin
- Insurance on board
- Departure time 12:00 – Return time 10:45
- All flights with tax
- Hotel, Visa arrangements
- VAT tax
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in or late check out
- Drinks and Beverages
- TIPPING for local guide, cruise team, tour manager and driver (compulsory): 8-10 USD/ pax/ day
- All other services are not mentioned on Inclusions
HOLIDAY SURCHARGE
✔ Reunification Day (April 30); International Labor Day (May 1); National Day (Sep 2): 12USD/adult
✔ Christmas (Dec 24), New Year (Dec 31): 45 USD/adult; 32 USD/child
✔ Weekend surcharge (Friday; Saturday): 8 USD/adult
CHILD POLICY
✔ 1-4 years old: complimentary the first child sharing bed with parents and charge 50% of half twin cabin rate for the second child.
✔ 5-10 years old: 75% of adult's rate, sharing bed with parents; no extra bed.
✔ 11 years old and above: charge as adult's rate.
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. Schedule and activities:
- The program may be subject to change depending on weather conditions or specific tides without announcing to visitors in advance.
- Time in the schedule is only relative. The specific time will be announced by our tour guide on the day of departure.
- All activities are included in the program. Guests can choose to relax themselves and enjoy the scenery on board, without having to fully participate in activities above.
2. Menu and meals:
- The trip with full meals on board.
- The menu on board is daily standard for all visitors. If there are personal requirements such as diet, vegetarian … Please advise us when booking the tour or tour guide in advance. After embarking, it is no longer changeable due to the stock limit condition. Identifications and personal belongings should be brought.
3. Things to bring:
- Original passport / ID card (required for check-in)/ Birth certificate (for people without ID card)
- Cash.
- Camera.
- Personal wares: Sunglasses, hats, sun scream, sport shoes, casual wears.
Tour Map
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