• Hanoi located on the banks of the Red River is one of the most ancient capitals in the world, where travelers can find well-preserved colonial buildings, ancient pagodas, and unique museums within the city centre. A great place to explore on foot, this French-colonial city is also known for its delectable cuisine, vibrant nightlife, silks and handicrafts, as well as a multi-cultural community that’s made up of Chinese, French and Russian influences. Meanwhile, its tranquil countryside is a short drive away, featuring lush parks, verdant mountains, and traditional villages, and not forgetting, the iconic Ha Long Bay. If you’re a first-time visitor to the Vietnamese capital, our Hanoi travel guide has everything you need to know for a fulfilling holiday, including the best accommodation, restaurants, attractions, shopping, and detailed information on the local culture, currency, climate, and transport options.
• Halong Bay is in northern Vietnam, 170 km (105 miles) east of Hanoi. The bay is famous for its scenic ocean karst topography and is often included in lists of natural wonders of the world. Halong Bay is a bay located in the area of the Gulf of Tonkin, north of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. It has an area of 1,500 square kilometers and has a coastline about 120 kilometers away from Hanoi.

  DETAILS ITINERARY: 

• Meals Day 1

  DETAILS ITINERARY:

  DAY 1: HA NOI- BAI TU LONG BAY-VUNG VIENG FISHING  VILLAGE-BAN CHAN BEACH (Meals: L/D)

  Morning:

  07.30-08.00 Our shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel and depart to Halong Bay

  (Note: This pick-up is just applied for those who use our shuttle bus service 

  10.30 Stopover in Hai Duong city where you can experience our hand-made Vietnamese handicraft products

  12.30 Arrive in Hon Gai pier

  12: 45 We will welcome you with a drink as you board the Athena Cruise.  Our Cruise Manager will give you a briefing and safety instruction as well as review the itinerary for the day before you check in.

  Afternoon:

  13: 00 Start the buffet lunch while the boat is cruising towards North East of Ha Long Bay.

  15.30-17.30 If you want to relax on the boat instead of participating in other activities feel can use our sauna at no extra cost, or chose to relax on our sundeck or in your cabin.

  15:45 Visit Vung Vieng fishing village by rowing boat.

  16:45 Visit Ban Chan beach for swimming or kayaking.

  17:30       Happy hour- buy one get one free  in our bar will be started from 17:30 to 18:45

  17:45 On our Sundeck you can participate and compete in our Master Chef Cooking Demonstration with traditional Vietnamese food: Deep Fried Spring Roll and the decorative technique of creating flower carvings from fresh fruit or vegetables.

  19:15 A set menu multi-course Dinner will be served.

  21:00 Free time on the boat.

  Overnight on Athena Cruises

• Meals Day 2

  DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY-THIEN CANH SON CAVE- HA NOI ( Meals: B/L)

  06:15 We have a Tai Chi demonstration on the Sundeck; tea and coffee are available at this time.

  06:45 Breakfast will be served in the restaurant.

  07:20 Explore Thien Canh Son cave in Ha Long Bay.  Witness its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites.  Note: there are about 400 steps to get up to the cave.

  09:00 Check out is from 09.00 to 09:30.  At this time, you can put your luggage on the first deck for us to transfer to our tender and settle your bill with reception.10:00 Brunch will be served at the restaurant on the 2nd deck.

  11:00 Say goodbye crews of Athena Cruises and Disembark to Hon Gai Pier.

  12:00 Gets on the Limousine bus back to Hanoi

  13:30 Stopover in Hai Duong city where you can experience our hand-made Vietnamese handicraft products

  16:00 Arriva in Hanoi, Drop off you at your hotel in old quarter.

  ATHENA CRUISE TOUR INCLUDED:

  • Shuttle bus Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi

  • English speaking tour guide on boat

  • Luxury Cruise through Halong Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay (apply for 3 days 2 nights)

  • All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries (03 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 breakfasts) for 3 days 2 nights

  • Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Swimming (if the weather permits), Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment

  • Sightseeing entrance fees• Deluxe cabin with A/C

  • Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, complimentary two bottles of mineral water in each cabinATHENA CRUISE TOUR EXCLUSION:

  • Airfare, VISA arrangement

  • Beauty Spa Services & Massage

  • Beverages

  • Tips & Others Personal Expenses

  • All other services not clearly mentioned in Inclusions