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.
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Room Types & Prices
21 cabins on board · 3 Days 2 Nights
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Executive Suite
Size: 30 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
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Elegant Suite
Size: 30 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
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
Add & book together
Family Suite (3pax)
Size: 30 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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Includes taxes & fees
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Price for 01 cabin · 3 adults, 1 child
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Premium Terrace Suite
Size: 30 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
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
Add & book together
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
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 127 guest reviews.
Onboard experiences include kayaking, swimming, caves, cooking class, tai chi, with fresh local seafood served throughout the 3 days 2 nights program. Our local team personally inspects every cruise so you book with confidence at the best available rate.
Onboard Facilities
Activities & Experiences
4 things we love most about Athena Luxury Cruise
Cruise Itinerary
Programs and schedules subject to change due to weather conditions.
Route Map
Athena Luxury Cruise · 3 Days 2 Nights
- 1Tuan Chau Marina
- 2Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave
- 3Titop Island
- 4Luon Cave & Lagoon
- Morning
Transportation to Halong Bay (private vehicle or shuttle bus; not included in the cost of the cabin). Reach the SunGroup-operated Halong International Cruise Port.
- In The Afternoon
Proceed to the main vessel on a tender. Receive a free drink upon arrival, a quick introduction, and safety instructions from the welcoming personnel. Enjoy lunch in your stateroom while the Athena Cruise makes its way to Halong Bay. Once you reach the Bo Nau Cave region, take a tender transfer to Sung Sot Cave, also known as the Surprising Cave, which is the biggest and most stunning cave in Halong Bay. Reboard the boat and go to Titov Island, where you can swim and hike all the way to the summit of the mountain.
- Evening
You can take advantage of the sundeck for Happy Hour in the early evening or enroll in the cooking class to learn how to prepare Vietnamese cuisine. After supper is served later, guests are able to engage in dinnertime activities including squid fishing, movie viewing, massages, etc. Included were lunch and dinner.
- Evening
Dinner will be served again from the set menu. Later on, you can enjoy a complimentary evening movie in the dining room, go squid fishing, have a massage, or mingle in the social area. Included were breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Morning
Those who get up early can practice Tai Chi on the sundeck. Before you travel by kayak or bamboo boat to Luon Cave, a light breakfast will be provided. Go back to the main board and take some time to unwind. After enjoying a delectable brunch, check out of your stateroom and the ship returns to the pier. Among the meals were: breakfast
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
- 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
- Kayaking is available for $10/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 : Surcharge of $45 per person applies if guests stay overnight on December 24th and/or December 31st, and/or Lunar New Year 2025 (28, 29, 30, 31/1/2025)
- 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.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and sent to us via email. Refunds will be processed between 5-7 business days.
127 customer reviews for Athena Luxury Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding42
- Excellent76
- Very good6
- Good3
Traveler type
- Family with children39
- Groups of friends19
- Mature couples25
- Solo travellers31
- Young couples13
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.
Guest reviews
- 9.3Emma Whitfield🇬🇧 United Kingdom26-03-2025
Excellent
Amazing views, excellent service and a beautifully equipped cabin. The kayaking and cave visit were highlights.
Mature couples - 9.7James Patterson🇦🇺 Australia16-06-2025
Excellent
Everything ran smoothly from the transfer to disembarkation. Great value for a luxury experience.
Mature couples - 9.6Chen Li🇨🇳 China15-02-2025
Excellent
Amazing views, excellent service and a beautifully equipped cabin. The kayaking and cave visit were highlights.
Family with children - 9.8Mihail Georgiev🇧🇬 Bulgaria14-01-2025
Excellent
Amazing views, excellent service and a beautifully equipped cabin. The kayaking and cave visit were highlights.
Groups of friends - 10.0Lucas Moreau🇫🇷 France11-04-2025
Excellent
Amazing views, excellent service and a beautifully equipped cabin. The kayaking and cave visit were highlights.
Young couples - 9.9Sofia Rossi🇮🇹 Italy10-05-2025
Excellent
The cabins are stylish and quiet, the itinerary well paced, and the team genuinely friendly and helpful.
Solo travellers - 9.4Ananya Rao🇮🇳 India08-07-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Family with children - 10.0Daniel Schmidt🇩🇪 Germany05-08-2025
Excellent
The cabins are stylish and quiet, the itinerary well paced, and the team genuinely friendly and helpful.
Young couples
Frequently Asked Questions
Transfers are an optional add-on. We offer a shared shuttle bus and private limousine that you can add during booking.
Yes — free cancellation up to 7 days before departure for a full refund, in line with our cruise policy.
Children of all ages are welcome; family cabins and child pricing are available on request.
Questions & Answers (67)
Looking for more info? Send your question and our Hanoi team will answer it here as soon as possible.
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Asked by Lucas · 1 day, 15 hours ago
Do you have a family suite available for 3 adults on a 3 days 2 nights trip in July, and how much does it cost?
1 answerAAnswered by Grace · 16 hours 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 $480 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 week 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?
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 6 days, 14 hours 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 Sophie L. · 3 weeks, 6 days ago
Can we book a round-trip shuttle service from our hotel in Hanoi, and is hotel pick-up included?
1 answerAAnswered by Annie (Ms.) · 3 weeks, 4 days 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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