Morning

8:00 - 8:30: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Halong Bay on a shuttle bus for those who book transfer service (need to pay an extra fee). 

12:00: Arrival at the waiting lounge in Halong International Harbour. Complete the luggage check-in procedure, then get on a tender boat and transfer to the cruise. 

Embark and enjoy a welcome drink while listening to the cruise briefing. Have a delicious lunch on the cruise while contemplating beautiful islets on the bay.

Afternoon 

Stop at the fascinating Sung Sot Cave. This cave is one of the biggest, most well-known caves in Halong Bay, with many interesting stalactites and stalagmites in the 2 huge chambers.

Sailing to Titop Island, known for its tranquillity and beautiful still-blue waters. Here, you can try many exciting activities: sunbathe, swim in the crystal water, or walk to the top of the mountain to capture the stunning view of Ha Long Bay.

Afterward, return to the cruise and enjoy the Buy 1 get 1 drink in Happy Hour at the cruise bar, or join the Vietnamese cooking class and learn to make delicious Spring rolls.

Enjoy the magnificent sunset while the boat cruises to the anchor area.

Evening

Visit the restaurant onboard to taste delicious Vietnamese cuisine on the set menu for dinner. Leisure time to take part in the nightlife activities: watch films, play mini-games, squid fishing, or make a reservation massage with the cruise manager.

Morning 

Get ready for a new day with a Tai-chi class on the sundeck, then fulfill your energy in a light breakfast with tea, coffee, and pastries.

Afterward, you’ll explore the mysterious Luon Cave by kayaking. This cave is located at the foot of an imposing mountain, and to reach the other side of the island, tourists have to go on a boat passing under the mountain.

Optional: You can choose to visit this place on a bamboo boat with a surcharge. 

Return to Athena Luxury Cruise, pack up, and process the check-out procedure at around 9:00. Recharge yourself with a delicious brunch while the cruise returns to the mainland.

10:45: Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation. Farewell to the crew.

Afternoon

Reach the pier around noon. Wait for your driver (book the transfer with an extra fee) and travel back to your hotel in Hanoi around 15:00 - 15:30.

Morning

8:00 - 8:30: For those who used the transfer service (book in the next step with an additional fee), a driver will pick you up at your hotel and depart for Ha Long Bay on a shuttle bus. 

12:00: Arrival at Halong International Harbour. After you complete the luggage check-in procedure, get on a tender boat and transfer to Athena Luxury. Enjoy a welcome drink while listening to the cruise briefing.

Lunch is served as the cruise departs towards Halong Bay - a natural wonder of the world. Witness the gorgeous scenery and famous limestone sights.

Afternoon 

Stop at Bo Nau Cave and start visiting Sung Sot Cave. This cave is one of the biggest, most beautiful caves in Halong Bay, with many interesting stalactites and stalagmites that resemble animals, plants, and more.

Travel to the pretty Titop Island, named by Uncle Ho after Gherman Stepanovich Titov. Let’s go swimming, relax on the beach, or climb the steps to the island's top, a magical panoramic view of Halong Bay will surprise you there.

Return to the cruise and enjoy Happy Hour (buy 01, get 01 drink) at the bar. Guests may join the traditional Vietnamese cooking class and learn to make easy but delicious spring rolls.

Evening

Having a lavish set menu for dinner, then have free time. Participated in nightlife activities such as squid fishing, playing board games, or enjoying a massage session (book with the cruise manager).

Morning

Start a new day by joining the Tai Chi exercise on the sundeck for about 30 minutes. Then, you can enjoy a light breakfast with a cup of tea/coffee. Later, travelers may get on the day boat to continue sightseeing and further discover the beautiful landscape of Halong Bay.

You will visit Me Cung Cave for about 1 hour to see the sparkling limestones. Entering this stunning attraction, tourists might feel as if they were getting lost in splendid stalactites, so people called it “Me Cung”, which means “maze” in English.

Afterward, you will start an incredible excursion to the Tung Sau Area, which specializes in pearl farming. Let’s learn about the intriguing process of raising pearls from the locals. Or else, you may go kayak and explore the hidden corners of the bay.

After exercising with a kayak, travelers return to the day boat and have lunch with an authentic Vietnamese menu.

Afternoon

It’s time to relax in the peaceful surroundings and enjoy a tea break, when you may discover the intriguing Vietnamese tea culture.

Then, the transfer boat moves to the Titop area, bringing you back to Athena Cruise Halong Bay. Relax at your leisure:  have a spa session, or put your feet up on the sundeck, etc.

During dusk, you can enjoy the Happy Hour (buy-1-get-1 free drink) or participate in the Vietnamese cooking class and enjoy the romantic sunset of Halong Bay.

Evening

Enjoy a set menu dinner on board, then be free for the rest of the night. Try your luck with squid fishing activity, which is the most fun in the squid season (July to August). 

You can also drink cocktails at the late-night bar, enjoy the tranquility on the sundeck, or simply relax in the cabin.

Morning 

Start a new day with a Tai-chi class or simply enjoy the magnificent sunrise of the bay. Refill your energy in a light breakfast with tea, coffee, and pastries.

Explore Luon Cave - one of the caves open to a beautiful area of the lush vegetation of Halong Bay. Two options to choose from how to discover it: kayaking for free or having a traditional bamboo boat trip with a surcharge.

After an exciting time, get back on the boat, pack up, and process the check-out procedure at 9:00. Enjoy a tasty brunch while cruising back to the pier.

10:45: Return to Halong International Habour and disembark. Say goodbye to the crew.

Afternoon

Our driver will pick you up (book in the next step with an additional fee) around noon and drive back to your hotel in Hanoi around 15:00 - 15:30. Your trip ends here!