Athena Royal Cruise
Athena Royal Cruise is a luxury steel hull cruise launched in 2017, sailing Halong Bay with 22 cabins. Enjoy kayaking and swimming, fresh seafood dining and the best local price.
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22 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
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Elegance Balcony
Size: 28 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
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Includes taxes & fees
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Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Premium 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
Add & book together
Royal Suite
Size: 45 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
Add & book together
Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Route
Halong Bay
Class
Luxury
Cabins
22 Cabins
Hull
Steel hull
Launched
2017
About Athena Royal Cruise
Athena Royal Cruise sails the scenic waters of Halong Bay, departing from Tuan Chau Marina. Launched in 2017, the steel hull vessel offers 22 well-appointed cabins and a relaxed, attentive service that has earned a 9.6/10 rating from 28 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
Activities & Experiences
4 things we love most about Athena Royal Cruise
Cruise Itinerary
Programs and schedules subject to change due to weather conditions.
Route Map
Athena Royal Cruise · 2 Days 1 Night
- 1Halong Bay
- 2Cong Do area
- 3Thien Canh Son Cave
- Morning
Transfer to Halong International Cruise Port (SunGroup) by shuttle bus or private car (not included in cabin price).
- 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 to your cabin and enjoy lunch as Athena Cruise heads to Bai Tu Long Bay and stops at Cong Do area for afternoon activities. Later, you can swim in the pristine bay, kayak among towering cliffs, or unwind on the endless stretches of white sand.
- 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 Thien Canh Son Cave. Here you will witness striking stalactites and stalagmites, conquer nearly 200 stone steps, stroll along the sandy beach and admire breathtaking views of Bai Tu Long Bay. 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.
- Luxury en-suite cabin
- Welcome drink upon arrival.
- Tea, Coffee & Fruits in the room.
- Full board meals: welcome lunch buffet, set menu dinner, light breakfast and a brunch buffet.
- Free usage of the outdoor swimming pool in Sundeck
- Halong Bay Tour Ticket.
- Various activities: morning Tai Chi class, cave visiting, squid fishing, swimming and kayaking.
- English and Vietnamese-speaking tour guide onboard.
- Onboard insurance and service charges.
- Transportation
- Visa and hotel arrangements.
- Spa & Massage treatment services.
- Beverages, Tips & Personal expenses
- Other services not clearly mentioned.
- Sampan boat is available for VND 50,000/person
- V.A.T tax
- Surcharge for entrance fee (follow the government’s law)
- 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
- 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.
111 customer reviews for Athena Royal Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding37
- Excellent67
- Very good5
- Good2
Traveler type
- Young couples4
- Mature couples1
- Solo travellers1
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.
Guest reviews
- 9.6Katarzyna Nowak🇵🇱 Poland31-01-2025
Excellent
Very happy with our choice for 3 days 2 nights. We had enough time to enjoy the bay and explore quiet areas. Tom was the best host ever. He was so helpful and fun. We had great time talking to him. Food and drinks were excellent. We joined all the activities onboard. Will come ba
Young couples - 10.0Brandon Carter🇺🇸 United States29-04-2025
Outstanding
The staff were very attentive. They took care of us and my food allergies very well. Food was delicious and plentiful. A big thank you to Miss Lilly, Mr. Chien, Vinnie, and the rest of the staff. Cooking spring rolls was interesting. We explored Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island and Lu
Young couples - 9.7Hannah Carter🇦🇺 Australia20-02-2025
Excellent
Enjoyed our stay on Athena Royal Cruise, especially Mr gin who always made sure our stay went smoothly, good food, good room quality, great.
Young couples - 9.4Mateo Rojas🇪🇸 Spain17-02-2025
Excellent
Never forget this ship. The ship was amazing and so many great experiences on Athena Royal. Room was beautiful, clean, there was a shuttle from the hotel, definitely recommend.
Solo travellers - 9.7Olivia Meyer🇩🇪 Germany08-02-2025
Excellent
This ship was amazing. Totally recommend to everyone who looking for a getaway in Halong Bay. Andy CM was amazing, he made us feel so welcome. Excursions were great too.
Young couples - 9.6Isabella Russo🇮🇹 Italy04-03-2025
Excellent
Stunning scenery. Crew is always ready to give a helping hand. Personalised experiences, lots of choice of activities and food. Thanks so much for guiding us from early morning to late night with such great energy.
Mature 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 (14)
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 Kara Deboer · 6 months ago
What is the difference between the deluxe and elegance room? Is it just the slightly larger space or are they on different floors or different windows?
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 6 months ago
Dear Kara Deboer, I wish to advise you that the Deluxe room (25sqm) located on the first floor and the Elegance room (28sqm) located on the second floor with better view of the bay. Regards, Phoebe
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Asked by Jason Manka · 7 months ago
We are staying at Atlanta Residences. We are considering either Jan 2 or 3. Would you be able to pick up here, or do we need to go someplace in Old Quarter?
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 7 months ago
Dear Mr Jason, I wish to advise you that we can help to pick up in the Old Quarter area only. Please let me know if you need further information. Regards, Phoebe
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Asked by Janick St-Georges · 11 months ago
is the alcool include in you cruise packadge ?
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 11 months ago
Dear Janick, I wish to advise you that drink package including beer, soft drinks, alcohols is not included in cruise package. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Regards, Phoebe
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Asked by Eugenio Gargano · 1 year ago
Hello, is there a transfer from Hanoi Airport? If so, what time is the departure and how much would it cost? Thanks in advance.
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 1 year ago
Dear Engenio, Our sharing bus cannot help to pick up/ drop off at Hanoi airport. However, we do provide the private car for the transfer Noi bai - Halong bay at 110usd/car/way for 2 people. Regards, Phoebe
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Asked by John · 1 year ago
Hi, for the 3 day / 2 night cruise, is the itinerary different on 31 December and what time do we arrive at Luon Cave on the 1 January?
1 answerAAnswered by Lilly · 1 year ago
Dear Mr. John, I'm pleased to inform you that, as of now, there have been no changes to the Athena Royal Cruise itinerary for December. However, we will certainly notify you promptly if any changes occur. Regarding the visit to Luon Cave, you will explore this cave at 8:00 AM, after you've had breakfast on the cruise. Best regards, Lilly
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Asked by Holly Helgren · 2 years ago
Do all of the rooms have a balcony with chairs outside?
1 answerAAnswered by Annie · 2 years ago
Dear Holly Helgren, Yes, all the rooms on Athena Cruise come with a balcony and chairs. If you need more information, feel free to contact us. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)
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Asked by Juan · 2 years ago
Hello, I have a question, is transportation included? Since the ad says it includes it for free shuttle and at the point of exclusion it says it is not included, it contradicts itself.
1 answerAAnswered by Halongbaytours Team · 2 years ago
Dear Juan, Thank you for your question. We are having the promotion and the shuttle bus is included in the room rate. Should you need further information, we are happy to assist. Regards,
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