- Elegant luxury design blending modern sophistication with the timeless beauty of Halong Bay
- Onboard options extend beyond the cabins with spa and fitness area.
- Onboard options extend beyond the cabins with bar, karaoke room, lounge, and pool.
- Thoughtfully crafted multi-sensory experiences delivering comfort, exclusivity, and refined service
Athena Premium Cruise – Halong Bay
Halong International Cruise Port, No 09 Halong Street, Bai Chay, Halong City
Departure
Halong International Cruise Port, No 09 Halong Street, Bai Chay, Halong City
Route
Cruise style
Best for
Couples · Families · Groups
Athena Premium Cruise at a glance
Athena Premium Cruise is a 2026-launched luxury cruise cruise operating on the Halong Bay route from Halong International Cruise Port, No 09 Halong Street, Bai Chay, Halong City. The current product listing confirms 41 cabins and steel construction.
- 2026 launch and 41 cabins
- 2D1N route: Halong International Port · Sung Sot Cave · Titop Island · Luon Cave
- 3D2N adds: Me Cung Cave · Tung Sau Pearl Farm
- Onboard: Private Balcony · Private Terrace · Pool · Jacuzzi · Spa
ECOSAPA CRUISE ADVISOR
Is Athena Premium Cruise right for you?
Use the notes below to compare the route, cabin setup and onboard facilities with the way you actually want to travel.
Choose this cruise if…
- Travelers who want to compare cabin sizes in the 42–400 m² range rather than choosing on price alone
- Guests who value onboard features such as Private Balcony, Private Terrace, Pool, and Jacuzzi
- Travelers considering 3D2N for extra stops such as Me Cung Cave and Tung Sau Pearl Farm
It may not fit if…
- Hanoi transfers may be optional or charged separately; confirm the transport option before checkout
- Spa or massage treatments may be outside the cruise package
- Drinks beyond the included meal service may be charged separately
- The extended itinerary uses a separate day boat for part of the second day
2D1N or 3D2N?
2D1N: 2 Days / 1 Night covers Halong International Port, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and Luon Cave.
3D2N: 3 Days / 2 Nights covers Halong International Port, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Me Cung Cave, and Tung Sau Pearl Farm.
Cabin advice
Compare the 7 source-listed cabin categories by room size, deck, bed setup and maximum occupancy. Published room sizes currently span 42–400 m². Start with the lowest suitable category, then upgrade only for a feature you will actually use.
Cabin & Rates
Choose a sailing date first, then compare the exact cabin totals returned for that sailing.
BEST FORCouples · first-time cruisers
Athena Executive Balcony Cabin
2 guests 42 m² Double / Twin1st deck
A balanced starting point if you want a comfortable private cabin without paying for the largest suite categories.
Why it works
- Private Balcony
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
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BEST FORFamilies & small groups
Athena Triple Balcony Cabin
3 guests 42 m² Double / Twin1st deck
A practical fit when keeping everyone together matters more than booking separate cabins.
Why it works
- Private Balcony
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
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BEST FORFamilies & small groups
Athena Connecting Balcony Cabin
4 guests 70 m² Double / TwinSee cabin details
A practical fit when keeping everyone together matters more than booking separate cabins.
Why it works
- Private Balcony
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
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BEST FORCouples · view-focused travelers
Athena Premium Balcony Cabin
2 guests 42 m² Double / Twin2nd deck
A stronger fit if a higher-deck position and private bay views matter more than simply choosing the lowest cabin category.
Why it works
- Private Balcony
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
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BEST FORCouples · special occasions
Athena Captain’s View Suite
2 guests 55 m² Double4th deck
Choose this when the cabin itself — extra space, privacy and bathroom comfort — is an important part of the cruise experience.
Why it works
- Private Balcony
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
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BEST FORCouples · special occasions
Athena Elite Suite
2 guests 70 m² Double2nd deck
Choose this when the cabin itself — extra space, privacy and bathroom comfort — is an important part of the cruise experience.
Why it works
- Private Balcony
- Private Terrace
- Bathtub
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BEST FORCouples · special occasions
Imperial Athena Suite
2 guests 400 m² King5th deck
Choose this when the cabin itself — extra space, privacy and bathroom comfort — is an important part of the cruise experience.
Why it works
- Private Terrace
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
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Booking Policy
Price Includes−
- Complimentary welcome drink
- Complimentary 01 mineral water per person per night (in room)
- Complimentary seasonal fruits and tea, coffee in-room setup
- Morning Tai Chi lesson
- Cooking class
- Halong Bay Cruise Itinerary
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- In-house English or Vietnamese-speaking tour guide
- The cabins with A/C and en-suite bathroom
- Onboard facilities (gym, four seasons infinity pool)
- 1 Lunch + 1 Dinner + 1 Light Breakfast + 1 International Brunch Buffet for 2 days & 1 night program
- 2 Lunches + 2 Dinners + 2 Light Breakfasts + 2 International Brunch Buffet in the last day of itinerary for 3 days & 2 nights program
- Tea/coffee for breakfast
- Bamboo boat or kayak in Luon cave
- Insurance and service charges
- VAT
- * Special Privileges for Athena Elite Suite & Athena Captain’s View Suite & Imperial Athena Suite
- Complementary 1 bottle of wine (in room)
- Complimentary 1 bottle of water or soft drink per person per main meal
- Butler service
- 30-minute foot massage package
- Complimentary round-trip transfer Hanoi – Halong (non-refundable if unused)
- Private Terraces jacuzzi (available for Athena Elite Suite and Imperial Suite only)
Price Excludes+
- –Airfares, Car Transfers and Hotels
- –Visa Arrangements
- –Spa and Massage
- –Karaoke rooms fee
- –Beverages
- –Tips and Personal Expenses
- –All other services not mentioned above
Cancellation Policy+
- –More than 30 days before check-in: FREE of charge
- –From 11 to 30 days before check-in: 30% of total rates
- –From 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
- –Less than 7 days before check-in & no Show: 100% of total rates
- –Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (none of the services has been used): 100% refund.
- –During the trip (some services have been used: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
- –The trip be cut down from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged a 2 days/1 night trip, plus other used services, the rest will be refunded.
- –The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
Children Policy+
- –Child under 5 years old sharing EVERYTHING with 2 adults: Free of charge (limited to 1 child/1 room). From the 2nd child: charged at 50% of the adult rate (without extra bed)
- –Children from 5 to 10: 1 child stays in a double/twin room with 2 adults: charged at 75% of the adult rate (without extra bed)
- –Children from 11 years old and above will be fully charged as adult
Cruise Itineraries
Choose the trip length, see what matters before departure, then open each day for the full program.
What stands out on this cruise
- Halong Bay
- 2D1N / 3D2N
- Useful onboard features: Infinity Pool, Pool, Private Balcony
- Route coverage: Halong Bay
- Compare 7 cabin categories before requesting availability
What to prepare
- Confirm passport details for cruise registration
- Share child ages and cabin occupancy
- Confirm Hanoi ↔ Halong transfer needs
- Recheck final cabin and sailing schedule before payment
Itinerary at a glance
The 2 Days / 1 Night program presented in the operator’s original sequence. Exact timing and activities remain subject to weather and operating conditions.
MAP VIEW
Athena Premium Cruise · 2 Days / 1 Night route map
Day 1: Sung Sot Cave → Titop Island. Day 2: Luon Cave.
Optional Hanoi transfer is mentioned in this itinerary and is shown as a land transfer, not a sailing route.
Real map tiles · attraction points are approximate map locations for trip planning, not marine navigation
Day 1Hanoi - Halong International Port - Sung Sot Cave - Titop Beach
Hanoi - Halong International Port - Sung Sot Cave - Titop Beach
Morning
Between 08:00 and 08:30, guests who book the transfer service (additional charge applies) will be picked up from their hotel for a comfortable journey to Ha Long Bay via the modern highway.
Upon arrival at Halong International Cruise Port around 12:00, guests can relax in the waiting lounge while check-in procedures are completed and luggage is transferred onboard. After embarkation, enjoy a welcome drink as the Cruise Manager introduces the itinerary and important safety information.
Lunch is then served at the restaurant, featuring delicious regional specialties while the cruise glides past the bay’s majestic limestone formations.
Afternoon
In the afternoon, transfer by small boat to visit Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest and most impressive caves in the bay, renowned for its remarkable stalactites and stalagmites.
The journey continues to Titop Island, where guests may swim at the sandy beach or hike to the summit for breathtaking panoramic views from above.
Back onboard, spend time relaxing at the four-season infinity pool, sunbathing on the sundeck, or enjoying wellness facilities such as the onsen, sauna, and spa treatments.
As sunset approaches, guests can join Happy Hour or participate in a Vietnamese cooking demonstration led by the cruise’s chef.
Evening
Savor a premium dinner in the elegant onboard restaurant before enjoying the evening at your leisure. Guests can watch movies, play mini games, try squid fishing, sing karaoke, or indulge in a relaxing massage for a memorable night on the bay.
Day 2Luon Cave - Halong International Harbor - Hanoi
Luon Cave - Halong International Harbor - Hanoi
Morning & Afternoon
Begin your final day onboard with a refreshing Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Then, savor a light breakfast selection including pastries, bread, cereals, fresh fruits, tea, coffee, etc.
Afterward, explore Luon Cave by kayak (free), gliding through one of Halong Bay’s most picturesque open caves surrounded by lush natural scenery. Guests may also choose to discover the cave on a traditional bamboo boat rowed by locals (additional charge applies).
Return to the cruise to relax and complete check-out procedures around 9:00, while the crew transfers luggage to the port.
As the cruise journeys back toward Halong International Cruise Port, enjoy a leisurely brunch at the restaurant and settle any onboard expenses if needed.
10:45: The cruise arrives at the port, marking the end of the journey. Guests who book the transfer service (extra fee) can relax at the cruise lounge before returning to Hanoi in the afternoon.
PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Good to know
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Itinerary at a glance
The 3 Days / 2 Nights program presented in the operator’s original sequence. Exact timing and activities remain subject to weather and operating conditions.
MAP VIEW
Athena Premium Cruise · 3 Days / 2 Nights route map
Day 1: Sung Sot Cave → Titop Island. Day 2: Me Cung Cave → Tung Sau Pearl Farm. Day 3: Luon Cave.
Optional Hanoi transfer is mentioned in this itinerary and is shown as a land transfer, not a sailing route.
Real map tiles · attraction points are approximate map locations for trip planning, not marine navigation
Day 1Hanoi - Halong International Port - Sung Sot Cave - Titop Island
Hanoi - Halong International Port - Sung Sot Cave - Titop Island
Morning
8:00 - 8:30: For those who book the transfer service (extra charge), wait for your driver at your hotel, then travel to Halong Bay via highway.
12:00: You will be welcomed aboard at Halong International Cruise Port. Check-in procedures will be completed in the waiting lounge, while the crew will carefully transfer luggage to the cruise.
Embark the cruise at around 12:30. The crew will welcome you aboard, Cruise Manager will brief on safety measures as well as summarize the itinerary while you enjoy welcome drinks.
You then enjoy lunch with delicious local specialties prepared from regional products; admire and contemplate the majestic limestone mountains with their diverse and spectacular formations…
Afternoon
Small boats take you to visit Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave), one of the most spectacular and beautiful caves in Halong Bay, with fascinating stalactites and stalagmites.
Afterward, we travel to Titop Island, an island named after the Soviet space hero Gherman Titov. Here, you can freely swim or climb the mountain. From the summit over 100m above sea level, you can enjoy a spectacular and enchanting view of the bay.
You return to the vessel to relax freely and enjoy the sunset over the sea. Relax at the 4-seasons infinity pool, sunbathe on the sundeck, experience onsen, sauna, and spa treatment… (contact reception for service pricing)
Later, you can join the “Happy Hour” program or take part in a hands-on cooking demonstration with a head chef to learn and prepare an authentic Vietnamese dish.
Evening
Enjoy a premium dinner at the cruise's luxurious restaurant, then you can watch movies, play mini games, go squid fishing, karaoke, or have a massage (contact reception for service pricing)…
Day 2Me Cung Cave - Tung Sau Pearl Farm
Me Cung Cave - Tung Sau Pearl Farm
Morning
You can join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck, then recharge with a refreshing breakfast in the restaurant. This is an ideal time to admire the panoramic view of Ha Long Bay in the morning light
Then, we transfer to a day boat to continue the journey to new destinations on the second day. You will visit one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay - Me Cung Cave. With its intricate pathways like a maze, visitors will have a fun time exploring around.
Arriving at the Tung Sau area, you can visit the pearl farming area and enjoy kayaking activities while taking a look at the stunning scenery here.
After having outdoor activities, enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on a day boat. Then, you can relax and enjoy afternoon tea while learning about Vietnamese tea culture.
Afternoon
We then return to the main cruise and continue a relaxing journey amid the poetic scenery of the bay. You can relax at the infinity pool, sunbathe on the sundeck, experience the onsen, sauna, and spa treatment,…
During sunset time, feel free to join the Happy Hour program for some drinks or take part in the Vietnamese cooking class.
Evening
Have a nice dinner at the 3rd deck restaurant after an active day. Then, you can spend your leisure time getting a massage, watching a movie, going squid fishing, or simply resting in your room.
Day 3Luon Cave - Halong International Harbor - Hanoi
Luon Cave - Halong International Harbor - Hanoi
Morning & Afternoon
Enjoy your last day on the cruise with a nice Tai Chi class, or sleep in, then have breakfast to refuel for the day (coffee, tea, fresh milk, mineral water, pastries, bread, fruit, and cereals).
We visit Luon Cave by kayak (free), one of the most beautiful open caves with diverse endemic vegetation in Halong Bay. Guests can also explore the cave on local bamboo boats (VND 50,000/person).
Return to the cruise to rest and complete check-out procedures around 9:00. Please place your luggage at the cabin door; staff will transfer it to the port.
The cruise then departs for Halong International Cruise Port. Let’s enjoy a tasty brunch and settle any service bills (if applicable) at the restaurant.
10:45: The cruise arrives at the cruise port. Farewell and disembark. If you book the transfer service (extra charge), wait at the cruise’s lounge, and return to Hanoi approximately at 14:30.
PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Good to know
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
About Athena Premium Cruise
Athena Premium Cruise is a 2026-launched luxury cruise cruise operating on the Halong Bay route from Halong International Cruise Port, No 09 Halong Street, Bai Chay, Halong City. The current product listing confirms 41 cabins and steel construction.
For the onboard decision, compare 7 cabin categories with published sizes of 42–400 m² and onboard features including Private Balcony, Private Terrace, Pool, Jacuzzi, Spa, and Fitness Center. This is more useful than choosing by star label alone because the cabin layout and facilities vary materially between ships.
For itinerary planning, 2 Days / 1 Night visits Halong International Port, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and Luon Cave; while 3 Days / 2 Nights visits Halong International Port, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Me Cung Cave, Tung Sau Pearl Farm, and Luon Cave. Compare the actual stops and time on the bay before deciding between durations.
Explore related cruise collections: All Halong Bay Cruises · Luxury Cruises · 2 Days / 1 Night · 3 Days / 2 Nights · Family Cruises · Cruises with Pools · Private Balcony Cruises.
Service & Activities
2 Days / 1 Night itinerary stops include Halong International Port, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and Luon Cave.
3 Days / 2 Nights itinerary stops include Halong International Port, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Me Cung Cave, Tung Sau Pearl Farm, and Luon Cave.
Published activities include Kayaking, Bamboo boat, Swimming, Cave visit, Hiking, Cooking demonstration, and Tai Chi.
Source-listed onboard facilities include Private Balcony, Private Terrace, Pool, Jacuzzi, Spa, Fitness Center, and Bar.
The published package includes English-speaking guide, sightseeing entrance fees, kayaking, bamboo-boat activity, and onboard meals.
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Questions & Answers
1. Is 2D1N or 3D2N better on Athena Premium Cruise?
Choose 2D1N when time is limited and you want the core overnight experience around Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and Luon Cave. Choose 3D2N when you want a slower trip with a full extra exploration day, adding Me Cung Cave and Tung Sau Pearl Farm.
2. Does the 3D2N Athena Premium Cruise itinerary use a day boat?
Yes. The published 3D2N program includes a separate day-boat excursion for part of the middle day. Check the exact stops for your sailing because the day-boat route can differ from the main ship’s overnight route.
3. Which bay and route does Athena Premium Cruise follow?
Athena Premium Cruise is currently listed on the Halong Bay route. Published itinerary stops include Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Luon Cave, Me Cung Cave, and Tung Sau Pearl Farm.
4. Where does Athena Premium Cruise depart from?
Athena Premium Cruise currently lists its cruise check-in / departure location as Halong International Cruise Port, No 09 Halong Street, Bai Chay, Halong City. Reconfirm the meeting point and arrival time before travel because port arrangements can change.
5. Is the Hanoi to Halong transfer included with Athena Premium Cruise?
Not by default. The current Athena Premium Cruise data treats the Hanoi–Halong transfer as an optional or separately charged service, so confirm the vehicle type, pickup point and return plan together with the cabin.
6. How should I choose a cabin on Athena Premium Cruise?
The current cruise data lists 7 cabin categories with published room sizes of 42–400 m². Compare room size, bed setup, deck, occupancy and balcony/bathroom features before paying for an upgrade.
7. Is Athena Premium Cruise suitable for families with children?
Athena Premium Cruise lists family or connecting options such as Athena Connecting Balcony Cabin. The cruise also has a source-synced child policy, so send each child’s age before booking to confirm the correct cabin and fare.
8. Can Athena Premium Cruise handle vegetarian or special dietary requests?
The current cruise data does not provide a blanket guarantee for every special diet. Send vegetarian, allergy or other dietary requirements before booking and wait for written confirmation rather than assuming the onboard menu can accommodate them.
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