Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave in Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam

Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave

Outty Ranking 50 3.8 · 4 traveler reviews48 hoursFrom $150

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3.8/5

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Is Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave worth booking?

Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave is a 48-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $150 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
50 / 100
Rating
3.8/5 (4)
Duration
48 hours
From
$150 per person

Athena Cruise is the brand new five-star luxury cruise vessel in Ha Long Bay. The ship has 3 decks: a lower deck with reception, cabins, and boarding area, a middle deck with cabins, an indoor restaurant and bar, and a r

What you get

    About this experience

    Athena Cruise is the brand new five-star luxury cruise vessel in Ha Long Bay. The ship has 3 decks: a lower deck with reception, cabins, and boarding area, a middle deck with cabins, an indoor restaurant and bar, and a rooftop sundeck with open bar, coffee lounge, spa and sauna. On board the Athena Cruise there are 21 high-end cabins with 5 different styles available to custom-tailor your voyage with us.

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    The guide

    1 mention

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Physical effort

    1 mention

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    DayTrip23821067503 · January 2026

    Wonderful,amazing,the beat thing in Vietnam and we had the least language problems there than the rest Of Vietnam

    -I give this cruise review becauseThe manager took good care of us and was very polite,helpful,and well served food given to us.It was also very decorated and beautiful.The scenery was matching with the season and it had good and fun activities like kayaking,hiking in the cave.the cabins were really beautiful,comfortable and cozy,clean and hygienic.There team was really helpful there tour guide Joey was helpful in being in photography and answered all the questions in a really kind way and explained and showed the beauty of the cave and helped us all the way up.The way they welcomed us with there speech felt welcoming the way the manager thought us how to make a Vietnamese rice roll was fun and delicious.They also gave us a jacuzzi and a cozy cabin with two beds they made sure we had fun and made us return safely back to the cruise from a mini boat.We also had many two player games and family games there where many books but most of them were for adults,we also saw people coming from all around the world and they also set there country flags on there table in the dinning room.

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback We are so happy that you enjoyed the Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong

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    34shirazd · October 2025

    Athena Luxury Cruise Halong Bay

    Athena Luxury Cruise at Halon Bay. Boarding time 12 noon. We had balcony room which had all basic amenities including Jacuzzi tub. Cruise sails only for an hour and stops in ocean. Post that by small boat visit to Sun Song (surprise) cave. App. 600 steps and big caves can be visited. Post that at island to swim. But it was not appealing. Very small area at beach to swim. By 4.30PM on cruise. 6PM cooking class and dinner at 7PM. No option to have dinner bit late. Dinner was good. No other activities or music. Next day wake up 6AM and Ligh breakfast at 6.30AM. Again by small boat visit to Hang Luon for Kayaking or rowing. Rowing has additional charge. Back to Cruise by 8.30AM. 9.30AM Check out. And brunch. Again Cruise sail for an hour and back to coast.

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback We are so happy that you enjoyed the Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong

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    Navigate06101257544 · December 2023

    Goa

    From Room no. 632 wonderful stay nice view from room we stay in luxury room with air conditioning also breakfast too yummy spread with different varieties and also dinner which was too sweet special thanks to Mr Ramchandra raul from H/k department and their resort Rio full team given us good service we will definitely visit on my next trip with our friends and family thak you resort Rio 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback We are so happy that you enjoyed the Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong

    via Tripadvisor

    DeBreentx · July 2022

    Do not book with this company

    My god do not book with this company. My girlfriend and I booked a trip in the Bai Tu Long area with Athena (via Viator) for 200$pp, so 400$ in total. 2 days before the trip they contacted us that the trip couldnt proceed, without any further information. They suggested an alternative (cheaper) trip in the Ha Long Bay area for 150$pp. although it was not the trip we wanted, we accepted this change on condition we got a refund for the price difference. After sending a couple of e-mails, they let us know that we won't get the refund, again with no further information. In short terms: This is a scam, i would STRONGLY discourage to book a trip with them.

    Response from the operator: Dear Debreentx I am Kevin -Sale Manager of Authentic Hanoi Travel. We got your review 1 star for Athena Cruise but we woulk like inform you some thing as below : 1-We are Agent Travel that help customers book the tour not Cruise Company and we have never known who are you ? We did not know you 2-You did not booked any tour from us so please write bad review to the Travel Agent you book 3-One again, we are Authentic Hanoi Travel have not welcome you ever why you wrote review about us like this Please do not write revieww to the wrong company like this Best Regards Kevin (Mr ) Sale Manager

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    Good to know

    Duration
    48 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 50

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
    Review evidence (18% weight)24
    Booking momentum (14% weight)12
    Value for money (12% weight)94
    Listing quality (10% weight)71
    Local standing (8% weight)28
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.

    How much does Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave cost?

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    Prices start at $150 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave take?

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    Plan for about 48 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.

    Is Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 48-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Athena Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with Meals,Balcony Room & Cave start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Hanoi?

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    On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Hanoi?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Hanoi?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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