Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay –Surprising Cave - TiTop Island (L, D)
8:00 – 8:30 : From Ha Noi, you’ll be picked up from your hotel in old quarter area to get to the TuanChau Marina via the new Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway.
12:00 : Warmly welcomed by Athena Team in Halong International Harbour. Complete the luggage check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise..
12:30 : Transferred to the Athena Cruise by a tender boat. The Cruise Manager and the whole crew member welcome you onboard, a safety briefing and clearing out the itinerary will be delivered while you are enjoying our signature welcome drink.
12:45 : Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Halong Bay – a natural wonder of the world, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery and famous sights of limestone.
14:45 : The cruise stops at “Bo Nau” cave (Pelican Cave), the core area of the world’s natural heritage. Transferring by tender to “Sung Sot” Cave (Surprising cave) – the biggest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay.
15:45: Leaving Surprising cave, keep moving by tender to the Titov island was named by Uncle Ho, after Gherman Stepanovich Titov - the Soviet astronaut who visited in 1962. Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach or climbing the steps of the Rock to the top of the island. A magical panoramic view of Halong Bay will surprise you there
17:00: Back to the main cruise, it’s the best time for doing whatever you want. Relaxing at the outdoor jacuzzi, sunbathe on the sundeck, experience a spa treatment...The cruise moves to the overnight place – (Titop587)
18:00 - 19:00: Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 1 get 1 free” drink while the sun is giving way to stunning twilight.
18:30:A Cooking Demonstration of traditional Vietnamese dishes will be organized by Athena Head Chef
19:00: A fusion set menu will be served to warm up your stomach after a long active day
20:30: Freetime for evening activities: film entertainment, mini-games (in the dining
room); squid fishing; massage... The Cruise Manager will be there to support you.
Day 2: Halong Bay – Luon Cave – Hanoi (B,L)
6:30: Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-Chi Exercise on the sundeck in 30 minutes whilst cruising to “Luon” Cave
7:00 : A light breakfast is ready to serve at the restaurant
8:00 : Visit “Luon” cave - one of the caves open to the form beautiful endemic then vegetation of Halong Bay. 2 options to choose how to discover it: kayaking for free and traditional woven (bamboo) boat rowed by a local boatman (public ticket 50.000đ/person) formed throughout millions of years.
9:00 : Come back to Athena cruise, relax and pack the luggage. Leave the luggage outside the door. Athena team will collect and get them ready on the Pier..
9:30 : Enjoy a brunch buffet at the restaurant after check-out while cruising toward the port.
10:45: Transfer by tender back to Halong International Habour and disembarkation. Farewell to guests.
11:00-11:30: The cruise itinerary ends at Tuan Chau Port, where you sit back and relax in the waiting room for return transportation.
12:00 – 16:00: Time for transfer from Halong to Hanoi. You will be dropped off at your hotel or meeting point.
End of trip!
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