3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS ON ATHENA CRUISE

3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS ON ATHENA CRUISE

The 3 days 2 nights overnight package will not only give you all the activities and experience as 1 night cruise but also bring your soul to discover the rustic culture of fishing local people in floating village (Tung Sau Area) and discover one more brilliant cave in Halong Bay – Me Cung Cave (Maze Cave)

 

DAY 1:

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 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:

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

08:30 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 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:

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 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.

Farewell to guests.

 

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 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

2-night accommodations 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