Athena Royal Halong Bay Cruise 2D1N/ 3D2N
Athena Royal Cruise offers a luxury overnight journey through the quieter landscapes of Bai Tu Long Bay. Its newly updated itineraries visit Cong Do, Thien Canh Son Cave and, on the 3D2N program, Vung Vieng Fishing Village.
The cruise features spacious en-suite cabins with private balconies, including accommodation suitable for couples, families and special occasions. Onboard facilities include a restaurant and bar, panoramic sundeck, outdoor Jacuzzi, spa and sauna services.
Guests can combine scenic cruising with kayaking, swimming, cave exploration, morning Tai Chi, a Vietnamese cooking demonstration and evening entertainment.
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Departure: Daily, subject to availability
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Tour type: Shared overnight cruise
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Duration: 2 Days 1 Night or 3 Days 2 Nights
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Operating area: Bai Tu Long Bay
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Departure port: Ha Long International Cruise Port
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Transportation: Hanoi transfer available at an additional charge
Special tips:
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All entrance fees included
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All taxes & service charges included
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Complimentary kayaking or bamboo boat trip
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Only 30% of grand total is deposit requested
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Customer care 24/24
Athena Royal Cruise Highlights
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Cruise through the quieter limestone scenery of Bai Tu Long Bay
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Kayak among the islands and sheltered waters of Cong Do
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Swim or relax near a beach when weather and safety conditions permit
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Explore the two-chamber Thien Canh Son Cave
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Visit Vung Vieng Floating Fishing Village on the 3D2N itinerary
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Learn about the local pearl-cultivation tradition
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Stay in a spacious cabin with a private balcony and ocean view
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Relax in the outdoor Jacuzzi or book an optional spa treatment
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Join a Vietnamese cooking demonstration with the onboard chef
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Enjoy Happy Hour while watching the evening scenery
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Begin the morning with Tai Chi on the sundeck
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Try movies, board games or night squid fishing after dinner
- Athena Royal Cruise 2 Days 1 Night Itinerary
- Athena Royal Cruise 3 Days 2 Nights Itinerary
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Cruise Routine: Ha Long International Cruise Port – Bai Tu Long Bay – Cong Do – Thien Canh Son Cave – Ha Long International Cruise Port
08.00 – 08.40: Driver pick you up from hotel at Hanoi old quarter
11.45: Ready at Athena Check-in Lounge
12.00 Boarding time, check in your cabin. Followed by activities such as: boarding Athena Cruise for departure, Welcome drink will be served and cruise briefing, safety instructions, check-in cabins by Cruise Manager
13.30 Great lunch is served while cruising passing by islets.
1530 Kayaking around Luon cave, visit Titop Island. Free choice of activities such as sunbathing, swimming and conquering the peak of the biggest island in Halong and taking panoramic photos of Halong bay in the afternoon.
18:00 Happy Hour. Buy 2 beverage get 1 for free
19.00 Cooking Class. Our Chef will demonstrate the preparation of a particular Vietnamese cuisine in the dining room. Our guide will let you know what item will be prepared and will explain the process during the demonstration. Duration about 20 – 30 minutes
19:30 Under the magnificent night sky, our luxury set menu dinner is served with variety of Vietnamese and Asian foods
21:00 Joining the squid fishing on boat with our crews and can enjoy the squid cooked with assistance from our chef or laze yourself with our happy-hour drinks at the bar
Overnight on Athena Cruises
06:15 Tai Chi class on the Sun-Deck
07:15 Have light breakfast with Coffee, tea, and bakeries on board
07:45 Arrive at the Surprising cave, the biggest cave in Ha Long Bay with 10,000 square meters, when you visit the cave like our Vietnamese house with three chambers as lobby, dining room and bedroom with most beautiful stalagmites and stalactites. We will tour the cave for about 60 minutes.
09:00 Upon return to the boat you will have time to freshen up and finish packing. When checking out please remove all of your belongings from the cabins, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins.
09.45 Brunch is served.
After brunch, Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
10:45 Disembark at Halong International harbour
Cruise route: Ha Long International Cruise Port – Bai Tu Long Bay – Cong Do – Vung Vieng Floating Fishing Village – Thien Canh Son Cave – Ha Long International Cruise Port
Day 1: Ha Long International Cruise Port – Cong Do Area
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
12:00 – Check-in
Arrive at the Athena Royal waiting lounge at Ha Long International Cruise Port and complete the passenger-registration and luggage check-in procedures.
12:45 – Embarkation
Transfer by tender to Athena Royal Cruise.
Receive a welcome drink, meet the onboard team and attend the itinerary and safety briefing.
Check into the selected cabin.
13:00 – Lunch
Lunch is served while Athena Royal begins sailing through Bai Tu Long Bay.
Enjoy views of limestone islands and the surrounding seascape from the restaurant.
15:00 – Cong Do Exploration
Arrive in the Cong Do area for kayaking, swimming or relaxation near the beach.
Activities and accessible locations depend on weather, tides and local safety conditions.
16:00 – Leisure Time
Return to Athena Royal Cruise.
Relax in the cabin, spend time on the sundeck, use the outdoor Jacuzzi or reserve an optional spa treatment.
17:30 – Cooking Demonstration and Happy Hour
Join a Vietnamese cooking demonstration with the onboard chef.
Happy Hour is also available at the bar while the sun sets over Bai Tu Long Bay.
19:00 – Dinner
Enjoy a fusion set-menu dinner in the onboard restaurant.
21:00 – Evening Activities
After dinner, watch a movie, play board games, try squid fishing or relax in the social areas.
Overnight aboard Athena Royal Cruise.
Day 2: Vung Vieng Floating Fishing Village
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
06:00 – Tai Chi
Begin the morning with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
07:00 – Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast in the restaurant before the day’s excursion.
08:30 – Day-Boat Transfer
Board the day boat for a journey deeper into Bai Tu Long Bay.
Bring sun protection, comfortable clothing and any personal items required for the excursion.
09:45 – Vung Vieng Floating Fishing Village
Arrive at Vung Vieng, one of the best-known floating fishing villages in Bai Tu Long Bay.
Explore the peaceful waters by kayak and learn about local fishing life and the area’s pearl-cultivation tradition.
A traditional bamboo-boat service may be available depending on the confirmed program and local operating arrangements. Any applicable local charge should be confirmed before departure.
12:30 – Lunch
A traditional Vietnamese lunch is served aboard the day boat after the morning activities.
13:30 – Tea Break
Relax with a tea break and learn more about Vietnamese tea culture while travelling back through Bai Tu Long Bay.
16:00 – Return to Athena Royal Cruise
Return to the main cruise and enjoy time at leisure.
Relax in the cabin, sunbathe on the sundeck, use the outdoor Jacuzzi or reserve an optional massage treatment.
17:30 – Cooking Demonstration
Join another Vietnamese cooking demonstration with the onboard chef.
17:30 – Happy Hour
Enjoy the evening Happy Hour promotion at the bar.
19:00 – Dinner
Dinner is served in the restaurant.
21:00 – Evening Activities
Spend the evening watching a movie, playing board games, trying night squid fishing or relaxing onboard.
Overnight aboard Athena Royal Cruise.
Day 3: Thien Canh Son Cave – Ha Long International Cruise Port
Meals: Light Breakfast and Brunch
06:00 – Tai Chi
Join a 30-minute Tai Chi session on the sundeck while Athena Royal sails towards Thien Canh Son Cave.
06:30 – Light Breakfast
A light breakfast is served in the restaurant.
07:30 – Thien Canh Son Cave
Explore the two-chamber Thien Canh Son Cave and observe its naturally formed stalactites and stalagmites.
The excursion involves approximately 200 stone steps. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
After the cave visit, spend time near the white-sand beach and enjoy views across Bai Tu Long Bay.
09:00 – Check-out
Return to Athena Royal Cruise, pack personal belongings and complete the cabin check-out procedure.
Place large luggage outside the cabin for collection by the crew.
09:30 – Brunch
Enjoy brunch while the cruise returns towards Ha Long International Cruise Port.
10:45 – Disembarkation
Transfer by tender to the port.
Meet the driver if transportation to Hanoi or another destination has been booked.
The itinerary, destinations, timings and activity order may change because of weather, tides, port regulations or operational requirements.
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Inclusion:
- Tour program 2 days 1 night on luxury cruise
- Deluxe Balcony cabin with 2 ways air-conditioners, hot water
- English speaking tour guide on boat (in – house)
- Afternoon tea on sundeck or cooking class
- All entrance fees as per itinerary
- All meals aboard as mentioned daily above (B – Breakfast; L – Lunch; D – Dinner)
- Kayaking, swimming, tai chi exercise, squid fishing, other entertainments.
- Welcome drink, two bottle of mineral water in each cabin
- Gorvernment Tax (VAT), service charges and aboard insurance
- Wifi access
Exclusion:
- Roundway transfer by luxury Limousine from Hanoi - Cruise - Hanoi (US$30/person/return)
- International & domestic airfare; visa fees
- Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses
- Surcharge for gala dinner on Christmas Eve and New Year Eve (if any)
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
What to bring?
- Print out your Paradise Elegance Halong Bay Cruise Booking Confirmation
- Bring your passport during the trip.
- Take walking shoes, raincoat, jacket, extra clothes, torch, insect repellent and sunscreen...etc
- Prepare cash for personal expenses
What to know?
- Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and Ha Long Bay’s stuation operating without prior notice.
- Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are subject to nonrefundable.
- Inadvance register is required with fullname, passport, nationality, gender and visa for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
- Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements before departure date.
- For safety: First aid kit is available at the Reception desk; Life jackets are in all cabins; No smoking in restaurant and cabin; Be aware of long jelly fish (seasonal)
- Wi-Fi is available on the cruise, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding.









Deluxe Balcony Royal
Location: First deck
Size: 25 m²
Bedding: One double bed or two single beds
Maximum occupancy: Two adults and one child, subject to extra-bed confirmation
View: Ocean view
Bathroom: Standing shower
Features: Large windows, private balcony and outdoor seating area
Elegance Balcony Royal
Location: Second deck
Size: 28 m²
Bedding: One double bed or two single beds
Maximum occupancy: Two adults and one child, subject to extra-bed confirmation
View: Ocean view
Bathroom: Standing shower
Features: Floor-to-ceiling windows, private balcony and convenient access to the restaurant and sundeck
Premium Terrace Royal
Location: Second deck
Size: 30 m²
Bedding: One double bed
Maximum occupancy: Two adults and one child, subject to extra-bed confirmation
View: Panoramic ocean view
Bathroom: Wooden bathtub and shower
Features: Private sun terrace, outdoor seating area and additional privacy
Deluxe Family Connecting
Location: Subject to the assigned connecting-cabin configuration
Size: Approximately 50–58 m², subject to confirmation
Bedding: One double room and one twin room
Maximum occupancy: Subject to the final cabin configuration and child policy
View: Ocean view
Bathroom: Two en-suite bathrooms with standing showers
Features: Two connecting cabins, private balconies and separate sleeping spaces
Athena Royal Suite
Location: Third deck
Size: 45 m²
Bedding: One double bed
Maximum occupancy: Two adults and one child, subject to extra-bed confirmation
View: Panoramic ocean view through 180-degree windows
Bathroom: Wooden bathtub and separate shower
Features: Private balcony, outdoor seating area, fruit setup and a bottle of wine
Athena Royal Cruise Facilities
Restaurant and Bar
The indoor restaurant and bar offer Vietnamese and international dishes in a dining room with large windows overlooking the bay.
Outdoor Jacuzzi and Sundeck
Guests can relax in the outdoor Jacuzzi or spend time on the panoramic sundeck. Jacuzzi use remains subject to operating hours and safety instructions.
Spa and Sauna
Spa, massage and sauna treatments are available at an additional charge. Advance reservations are recommended, particularly during busy departures.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. The updated Bai Tu Long Bay itinerary visits Cong Do and Thien Canh Son Cave. The 3D2N program also includes a day-boat excursion to Vung Vieng Floating Fishing Village.
The 2D1N itinerary includes Cong Do and Thien Canh Son Cave. The 3D2N program adds a full day at Vung Vieng Floating Fishing Village, with more time for kayaking, sightseeing and relaxation.
Yes. The main Athena Royal cabin categories have private balconies or private terraces. Cabin size, bathroom design and additional features vary by category.
No. Transportation between Hanoi and Ha Long International Cruise Port is not automatically included. AZOTOUR can arrange a shared limousine or private transfer at an additional charge.
VAT is excluded under the cruise operator’s current published conditions unless the final AZOTOUR quotation specifically states otherwise. Guests requiring a VAT invoice should inform AZOTOUR before payment.
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