Cruise Introduction
Athena Royal Cruise is a boutique 5-star vessel with 22 luxury cabins, designed for up to 40 adults and 6 children. All cabins feature private balconies, large windows, and modern amenities such as herbal wood foot bath, in-room tea & coffee, and personalized setups for honeymooners and anniversaries. With a Jacuzzi, spa, sundeck, and gourmet dining, Athena Royal offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure in Halong Bay.
Cabin Information
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Athena Executive Suite
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Location: 1st Deck (12 cabins)
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Size: 25 m²
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Bed: Double / Twin (flexible)
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Features: Private balcony, shower, herbal wood foot bath.
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Occupancy: 2 adults + 1 child
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Athena Elegant Suite
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Location: 2nd Deck (7 cabins)
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Size: 28 m²
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Bed: Double / Twin (flexible)
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Features: Private balcony, shower, herbal wood foot bath.
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Occupancy: 2 adults + 1 child
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Athena Premium Suite
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Location: 2nd Deck (1 cabin)
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Size: 30 m²
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Bed: Double
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Features: Private balcony, complimentary wine, 1 massage voucher & free sauna.
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Occupancy: 2 adults + 1 child
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Athena Royal Suite
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Location: 3rd Deck (1 cabin)
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Size: 45 m²
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Bed: Double
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Features: Large private balcony, complimentary wine, 2 massage vouchers & free sauna.
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Occupancy: 2 adults + 1 child
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Family Connecting Suite
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Location: 1st Deck (2 cabins)
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Size: 50 m²
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Bed: Double / Twin (flexible)
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Features: Connecting cabins, private balcony, complimentary wine.
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Occupancy: 4 adults + 1 child
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Halong International Port – Surprise Cave – Titop Island (L, D)
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12:00 Warmly welcomed at Halong International Harbour, luggage check-in.
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12:30 Transfer to Athena Cruise by tender, welcome drink, safety briefing, itinerary introduction.
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12:45 Lunch onboard while cruising into the heart of Halong Bay.
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14:45 Visit Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave – the largest and most famous cave.
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15:45 Explore Titop Island: swimming or hiking to the summit for panoramic bay views.
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17:00 Relax on sundeck, outdoor Jacuzzi, or enjoy spa treatments.
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18:00 – 19:00 Happy Hour “Buy 1 Get 1 Free”.
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18:30 Vietnamese cooking demonstration.
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19:00 Dinner with fusion set menu.
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20:30 Evening leisure: movies, mini-games, squid fishing, massage. Overnight onboard.
Day 2: Me Cung Cave – Tung Sau Area – Kayak (B, L, D)
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06:30 Morning Tai Chi on sundeck.
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07:00 Light breakfast.
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08:15 – 08:45 Transfer by dayboat to explore Halong Bay.
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10:00 Visit Me Cung (Maze) Cave with stunning limestone formations.
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11:00 Kayaking at Tung Sau area, visit pearl farm.
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12:30 Lunch with traditional Vietnamese dishes.
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14:00 Relax with tea break and Vietnamese tea culture.
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14:30 Return to main cruise, relax and sunbathe.
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16:00 Jacuzzi relaxation, spa treatments, or sunbathing.
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18:00 – 19:00 Happy Hour “Buy 1 Get 1 Free”.
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18:30 Cooking demonstration.
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19:00 Dinner onboard.
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20:30 Evening leisure: squid fishing, movies, karaoke. Overnight onboard.
Day 3: Luon Cave – Kayak – Halong International Port (B, Brunch)
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06:30 Morning Tai Chi session.
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07:00 Light breakfast served.
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08:00 Visit Luon Cave: discover by kayaking or bamboo boat (public ticket 50,000 VND/person).
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09:00 Return to cruise, check-out, luggage assistance.
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09:30 Brunch buffet served while cruising back to port.
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10:45 Disembark by tender at Halong International Harbour. Farewell to guests.
Note: Itinerary subject to change depending on weather and Bay Management Authority instructions.
Inclusions
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2-night accommodation in Athena suite cabin.
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Welcome drink & cold towel.
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All meals onboard (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners, 1 brunch).
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Complimentary activities: kayaking, cave exploration, swimming, trekking, squid fishing.
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Tai Chi sessions & cooking demonstrations.
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Free in-room tea, coffee, snacks.
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Complimentary honeymoon/anniversary setup.
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Entrance fees, service charges, and insurance.
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Bilingual tour guide (Vietnamese & English).
Exclusions
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Round-trip transfer Hanoi – Halong.
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Drinks, spa & laundry services.
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Bamboo boat at Luon Cave (public ticket 50,000 VND/person).
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Personal expenses, tips, VAT.
Transfer Services
We provide convenient transfer options between Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi with flexible choices to suit your needs:
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Shared Limousine 19-seat: USD 20/person (round trip)
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Shared Limousine 10-seat: USD 23/person (round trip)
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Shared Bus 35–45 seats: USD 16/person (round trip)
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Private Car 4-seat: USD 68/way
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Private Car 7-seat: USD 88/way
All vehicles are modern, air-conditioned, and operated by experienced drivers. Pick-up and drop-off available at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Weather-related Policy
All overnight cruises in Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, and Bai Tu Long Bay require official permission from the Bay Management Authority to stay overnight.
If adverse weather occurs, the Authority will suspend overnight operations to ensure safety. In such cases, Sundara Vietnam will:
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Assist with rescheduling to another available date that suits your itinerary, or
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Provide a refund if rescheduling is not possible.
Important Note
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Cancellations may be announced on very short notice, especially from Aug–Oct.
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Guests must contact Sundara Vietnam staff immediately for support.
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Sundara Vietnam will always strive to provide the most suitable solution and ensure satisfaction.
