Is the transfer from Hanoi included?

Transfers are an optional add-on. We offer a shared shuttle bus and private limousine that you can add during booking.

Do you offer free cancellation?

Yes — free cancellation up to 7 days before departure for a full refund, in line with our cruise policy.

Are children allowed on board?

Children of all ages are welcome; family cabins and child pricing are available on request.

Free KayakingHalong Bay

Athena Luxury Cruise

Athena Luxury Cruise is a luxury steel hull cruise launched in 2017, sailing Halong Bay with 21 cabins. Enjoy kayaking and swimming, fresh seafood dining and the best local price.

4.9(121 Reviews)

2 Days 1 Night 21 Cabins Launched 2017

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21 cabins on board · 2 Days 1 Night

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Deluxe Balcony

Size: 25 m² Max adults: 2

Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds

Extra beds available:

• Rollaway bed
• Crib

Easy cancellation

All board-meals included
No booking or service fees

• Free Kayaking
• Welcome cocktail

US$308US$280

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Elegance Balcony

Size: 28 m² Max adults: 2

Bed options: Double Bed

Extra beds available:

• Rollaway bed
• Crib

Easy cancellation

All board-meals included
No booking or service fees

• Free Kayaking
• Welcome cocktail

US$374US$340

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Premium Terrace Suite

Size: 32 m² Max adults: 2

Bed options: Double Bed

Extra beds available:

• Rollaway bed
• Crib

Easy cancellation

All board-meals included
No booking or service fees

• Free Kayaking
• Welcome cocktail

US$458US$416

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Family Triple (3pax)

Size: 35 m² Max adults: 3

Bed options: 1 double + 1 single bed

Extra beds available:

• Rollaway bed
• Crib

Easy cancellation

All board-meals included
No booking or service fees

• Free Kayaking
• Welcome cocktail

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US$544US$495

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Price for 01 cabin · 3 adults, 1 child

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Duration

2 Days 1 Night

Route

Halong Bay

Class

Luxury

Cabins

21 Cabins

Hull

Steel hull

Launched

2017

About Athena Luxury Cruise

Athena Luxury Cruise sails the scenic waters of Halong Bay, departing from Tuan Chau Marina. Launched in 2017, the steel hull vessel offers 21 well-appointed cabins and a relaxed, attentive service that has earned a 9.6/10 rating from 20 guest reviews.

Onboard experiences include kayaking, swimming, caves, cooking class, tai chi, with fresh local seafood served throughout the 2 days 1 night program. Our local team personally inspects every cruise so you book with confidence at the best available rate.

Onboard Facilities

SaunaWifiLoungeSpa & massageBarRestaurant

Activities & Experiences

KayakingSwimmingCavesCooking ClassTai Chi

4 things we love most about Athena Luxury Cruise

Ultra-luxury cruise with semi neo classic design

Triple room and family room available

Spacious and luxurious cabins

All cabins come with private balcony with seating chair

Cruise Itinerary

2 Days 1 Night3 Days 2 Nights

Programs and schedules subject to change due to weather conditions.

Route Map

Athena Luxury Cruise · 2 Days 1 Night

1Halong Bay
2Ti Top Island
3Surprise Cave
4Luon Cave

Morning
Transfer to Halong Bay (shuttle bus or private car, not included in cabin price). Arrive at Halong International Cruise Port (SunGroup).
Afternoon
Take a tender to the main vessel. Be warmly welcomed by friendly crews and receive a complimentary drink with brief introduction and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin and enjoy lunch while Athena Cruise moves to Halong Bay. Arrive at Bo Nau Cave area then transfer by tender to visit Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave) - the largest and most beautiful cave in Halong bay. Return to boat and continue the trip to Titov Island for swimming and hiking to the top of the mountain.
Evening
In early evening you can enjoy Happy Hour on sundeck, or learn how to make Vietnamese food with the cooking class. Later dinner will be served and followed by free time for dinner activities such as squid fishing, watching movie, massage,...

Morning
Early risers can head to sundeck for a morning Tai Chi session. Light breakfast will be served, just before your visit to Luon Cave by a kayak or bamboo boat. Return to main board and free time to relax. Later check out of your cabin and enjoy a delicious brunch as the cruise heads back to pier.

Important Notes

Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather and tide conditions.
Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay: the decision is made by the Halong Bay Management Board on the day of departure.
In the event of a weather cancellation we will arrange an alternative date on request, or refund in accordance with the cruise policy.
Passengers should arrive at the harbour at least 30 minutes before the overnight cruise boarding time.

Cruise Inclusions & Options

Everything that is and isn't covered, plus our cruise & booking policies.

Welcome Drink
Cruise Itinerary and Program
Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C
Meals as in program
Kayaking
Insurance and Service Charges.

Transfer round trip Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi (Shuttle bus and private transfer available)
Airfares, Car Transfers and Hotels
Beauty Spa Services and Massage
Beverages
Tips and Personal Expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned above
Sampan boat is available for VND 50,000/person
Surcharge for New Year and Christmas

Check in: 12:15pm
Check out: 11:00am
Arrival in Hanoi: 3:00-3:30pm
Free of charge for children under 4 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults (No extra Mattress)
The Child Rate for children from 4 to below 11 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults: 75% Adult rate (No extra Mattress)
Two children below 11 years stay in a private cabin are charged at 100% of the full cabin rate.
Peak season surcharge : Peak season surcharge: Surcharge of $50/adult and $40/child applies if guests stay overnight on December 24th and/or December 31st, and $15/person on Lunar New Year (16, 17, 18, 19/02/2026)
Shuttle bus : $35/person/round trip. Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House

Cancellation Policy and Refund: More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
From 30 to 11 days prior to check-in: 15% of total rates
From 10 to 7 days prior to check in: 30% of total rates.
Less than 7 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
No-Show: 100% of total rates.

121 customer reviews for Athena Luxury Cruise

9.6ExcellentBased on 121 reviews

Score breakdown

Cruise quality

9.4

Food/Drink

9.6

Cabin quality

9.7

Staff quality

9.9

Entertainment

9.5

Traveler rating

Outstanding40
Excellent73
Very good6
Good2

Traveler type

Young couples3
Groups of friends1
Family with children1
Mature couples1

Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.

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9.8Matthew🇦🇺 Australia21-02-2024
Excellent
Wonderful time. Well-equipped cabin. Nice staff. The cave was amazing. The view on the top of the mountain was speechless.
Young couples
9.6Liam Brown🇺🇸 United States15-02-2024
Excellent
My family loves this tour. The view was unbeatable. We visited a huge cave and a beautiful island. Kayaking through the cave was crowded and short but nice. The staff was friendly. Recommended.
Family with children
8.8Samuel🇦🇺 Australia13-03-2024
Very good
Food was excellent. The staff was friendly.
Young couples
9.4Karen Smith🇨🇦 Canada09-02-2024
Excellent
Scenery, staff, room, food.
Mature couples
9.6Anna🇺🇸 United States07-03-2024
Excellent
The scenery was perfect. The bay was calm. The weather was nice. All was amazing!
Young couples
9.6Frank🇬🇧 United Kingdom01-03-2024
Excellent
The ship looks aged. But the staff went far beyond to make our trip enjoyable. Thank you!
Groups of friends

Questions & Answers (116)

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Asked by Sophie L. · 1 month ago
Do you have a family suite available for 3 adults on a 2 days 1 night trip in July, and how much does it cost?
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Answered by Annie (Ms.) · 1 month ago
Thank you for your interest in Athena Luxury Cruise. Yes — our Family Suite comfortably fits 3 guests. For your dates the best available rate is around $285 per person including all meals on board. We also offer a round-trip shuttle between Hanoi and the harbour for $30 per person. Best regards.
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Asked by patdecastro · 1 month ago
We are 6 people (4 in one room and 2 in another). Can you accommodate us, and which sightseeing stops are included on the Halong Bay route?
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Answered by Daisy · 1 month ago
For a group of 6 we recommend three cabins, two of which can be arranged as connecting cabins for your convenience. The Halong Bay itinerary visits the key highlights of the route — we have emailed you the full day-by-day program with all sightseeing stops. Best regards.
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Asked by Lucas · 2 months ago
Can we book a round-trip shuttle service from our hotel in Hanoi, and is hotel pick-up included?
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Answered by Grace · 2 months ago
Yes, we offer both a shared shuttle bus and a private limousine transfer with door-to-door hotel pick-up in the Hanoi Old Quarter. You can add this during booking or simply let us know your hotel and we will arrange it. Best regards.
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Asked by Jacquelyn Chan · 5 months, 1 week ago
Hi, just want to check with you whether you offer transfer service from Ha Long to Ninh Bing after the cruise's tour as we want to continue our trip from there. Thank you.
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Answered by Phoebe · 5 months, 1 week ago
Dear Jacquelyn Chan, You are correct indeed that we do provide the transfer bus from Halong - Ninh Binh at 18USD/person. Regards, Phoebe
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Asked by Erica · 8 months, 3 weeks ago
May I ask about the shuttle bus service? Is it possible to go from the airport to the port on the first day, and then from the port to the city on the second day?"
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Answered by Phoebe · 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Dear Erica, I wish to advise you that if you wish to go from the Airport to the Cruise pier, we can help to provide the Private transfer option. We highly recommend you should take the flight if you land Noi bai at around 7.00 - 8.00 Am or Cat Bi at around 10.00 Am. Later time might cause late checkin for the tour. On the way back, our sharing bus can help to drop you off back to Old Town. Regards, Phoebe
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Asked by Ti King Wah · 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Hi, just want to confirm whether the cabin rate includes transfer to and from Hanoi Old Quarter? Also what time doe the boat dock at Halong on day 2. THanks
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Answered by Helen · 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Dear Ti King Wah, For Athena Cruise, the cabin rate includes round-trip shuttle bus transfers from Hanoi to Halong Bay and back to Hanoi. The boat is scheduled to dock in Halong Bay on Day 2 between approximately 11:00 AM and 11:30 AM. Best regards, Helen
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Asked by Phoebe · 11 months, 2 weeks ago
Hi, I'm interested in a cruise trip that includes a visit to Sung Sot Cave and other highlights of Halong Bay. Could you please let me know if the price includes a free round-trip shuttle from Hanoi to the harbor, as well as kayaking? Thank you!
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Answered by Annie · 11 months, 2 weeks ago
Dear Phoebe, Athena cruise visits Halong Bay route including Sung Sot Cave and Ti Top Island. We also have an offer of free shuttle bus round trip when you book Athena Cruise. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)
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Asked by Lopa · 1 year, 1 month ago
Are there any specific timings for the complimentary shuttle to operate ? Also is the pick up and drop off to Hanoi airport?
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Answered by Phoebe · 1 year, 1 month ago
Dear Lopa, I wish to advise you that we do have complimentary transfer Hanoi - halong - Hanoi with Athena Cruise. However, our sharing bus does not pick up or drop off at the airport. We can help to arrange a connecting car to drop you off at airport and the extra charge will be counted on the number of passengers who join the tour. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Phoebe
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Asked by Chris Do · 1 year, 2 months ago
Is transfer service complimentary roundtrip for Ha Noi to Ha Long Bay? I am looking to book a stay for 6 adults, 2 children for May 26 2025.
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Answered by Phoebe · 1 year, 2 months ago
Dear Chris, Round trip sharing bus (Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi) is included in the tour of Athena Luxury Cruise. I have sent you the offer via email. Hope to hear from you soon. Regards, Phoebe
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Asked by Chad Flentje · 1 year, 2 months ago
I see that you provide transportation to/from Halong and Hanoi. Can you also provide transportation from Hanoi to Halong, and then on the return trip from Halong to Nihn Binh? And if so, is there an additional cost? Thank you, Chad
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Answered by Mary · 1 year, 2 months ago
Dear Chad Flentje, For Athena Cruise, the shuttle bus Hanoi - Halong is complimentary. For Halong - Ninh Binh route, we offer the shuttle bus for US$19/person/way. Should you need more information, feel free to contact us. Regards, Mary
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Asked by Marin · 1 year, 7 months ago
Hi, are there any other ships besides this one available on 31.12.-1.1.? I am looking for 2 cabins (4 persons).
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Answered by Cindy · 1 year, 7 months ago
Dear Marin, We have two other cruises available on 31 Dec for 2 rooms below:

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