Itinerary
Evening: Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport.
A local Japanese guide will meet you, and you will be transferred to the hotel in a shared vehicle and checked in.
After the transfer, please rest at a hotel in Hanoi in preparation for tomorrow's luxury cruise.
[Accommodation location: Hanoi]
Breakfast at the hotel
Stay on board the Athena! Guide to a 1 night 2 day cruise in Halong Bay
[Schedule]
09:00 Depart from the hotel.
Transfer to Halong Bay by shared vehicle
11:30 Arrival at Ha Long Bay
Arrive at the comfortable Welcome Lounge and smoothly check in.
12:30 Board the Athena
Embark with a Japanese guide. While feeling the pleasant breeze, listen to the safety briefing on board with a welcome drink in hand.
Set sail slowly and begin a journey at sea where you will forget about everyday life.
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Enjoy seafood cuisine at the onboard restaurant for lunch.
14:45 Sung Sot Cave Exploration
Visit the mysterious limestone cave, which is one of the largest in Ha Long Bay. As you walk through the 500m long beautifully paved illuminated walkway, you will be overwhelmed by the scale of the countless stalactites and stalagmites that have been created over tens of thousands of years.
15:45 Landing on Tea Top Island & Free activity
You can enjoy swimming to your heart's content on the emerald green beach, or you can go a little further and climb to the observation deck at the top of the mountain, which is 100 meters above sea level. From the top of the mountain, you can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Ha Long Bay.
After the walk, return to the Athena and relax while being swayed by the gentle waves.
18:00 Sunset Happy Hour
Enjoy a cup of bliss while watching the magical sunset over the ocean (*Order one and get a second glass for free).
18:30 Authentic Vietnamese cooking class
We will be holding a hands-on Vietnamese cooking course taught directly by the Athena's head chef that will make your trip memorable.
19:00 International set dinner
Enjoy a luxurious full course meal at the sophisticated onboard restaurant.
(Menu example: Creamy pumpkin soup, papaya salad with fresh squid and shrimp, Singapore-style rice noodles, sea bass with five-color sauce, butter-stewed vegetables and coconut rice, pastry chef's special cake and seasonal fruits)
20:30 Squid fishing experience
After night falls, those who wish can enjoy a romantic "squid fishing experience" on board.
[Accommodation location: On Halong Bay (Athena/overnight on board)]
Early morning:The beginning of a special morning in tranquil Halong Bay
06:30 Tai Chi lesson on the ocean
Refresh your mind and body while breathing in the clear air on the quiet deck surrounded by morning mist.
07:00 Snack
Enjoy a sumptuous Western breakfast with freshly baked croissants, muffins, and your favorite egg dishes.
07:30 Luong Cave tour
You can choose between an active ``kayak'' that you row yourself, or an elegant ``bamboo boat'' operated by a boatman.
When you pass through a rock tunnel (Luong Cave) that appears above the sea, you will find yourself in a tranquil inland sea where wild monkeys also live. You can feel the overwhelming power of nature on your skin.
09:00 Cabin check-out.
09:30 Premium Brunch
Enjoy a sumptuous final meal with table service and a buffet of hot dishes, including our famous seafood noodles, grilled shrimp and chicken, fried rice, dim sum, and dessert.
10:45 Cruise ends
11:00 After disembarking, move to Ninh Binh Province (about 4 hours)
15:00 ◎ World Heritage Trang An Boat Cruise
A quiet trip down the slowly flowing river while being swayed by a small rowboat. Famous as the filming location for the 2017 Hollywood movie "Kong: Skull Island," the spectacular scenery of towering, strangely shaped peaks and limestone caves is a piece of earthly art created by natural erosion.
17:00 After disembarking, return to Hanoi.
19:30 Vietnamese cuisine dinner at a city restaurant
Enjoy a delicious dinner of traditional Vietnamese cuisine at a sophisticated restaurant in Hanoi.
[Accommodation location: Hanoi]
Breakfast at the hotel
Free movement throughout the day
You can use your room until late check-out at 12:00, so you can leave your luggage and go to a nearby cafe, look for souvenirs, and enjoy the city of Hanoi freely until the end.
Go to Noi Bai International Airport according to the flight time
Please take care and return home with wonderful memories of Vietnam!
Included items/information
4-star hotel: The Chi Boutique Hanoi or equivalent class
DELUXE BALCONY (25 square meters/1st floor)
Vehicle, Japanese guide, entrance fee, tour meal fee, hotel fee (including breakfast)
Air ticket price, drinks, tips (optional), personal expenses, etc.
Air ticket prices to and from Japan are not included. If you would like to arrange air tickets, please feel free to contact us.
- ◆・Meal menus may change without notice depending on the season.
- ◆・Although it is possible for one person to participate, the price is for two people. In addition, if you apply for one person, there will be no refund even if there are other participants on the day.
- ◆・Customers are responsible for managing their valuables and luggage. We are not responsible for any damage, loss or theft of your luggage.
- ◆・If you are late for more than 15 minutes at the advised departure time without contacting us, the service will not be operated. Please note that there will be no refunds in this case.
- ◆・Tour schedule may be changed or canceled depending on weather, traffic conditions, etc.
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Check the price based on your desired content and proceed to the official cart. Enter your name and contact information and make payment on the official screen that follows.
Prices are in Japanese yen (JPY). You will continue to the existing official booking and payment system, which may display Japanese. Guide languages and departure points remain as stated in each tour.
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