DAY 1: TUAN CHAU - HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY – TRA BAU

8:20 – 8:50 A limousine bus will collect guests from their hotel in the old quarter or at No 34 Hoa Ma, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi. (An additional fee applies for a shuttle bus if booked from Hanoi).

12:00 - 12:30 The Peony Cruises team will greet you at No.34, Tuan Chau Marina, Quang Ninh. Contact the receptionist at Peony Cruises’ lounge for assistance.

13:00 Guests will board our support vessel and travel from the wharf through the bay to board the luxurious Peony Cruises. An itinerary briefing will be provided during this time.

Enjoy a welcome drink, refreshing towels, and a special lunch featuring fresh food and a variety of delicious delicacies. Dining on our luxury junk is a truly enchanting experience. We will then set sail for Lan Ha Bay, recognized as one of the World’s Most Beautiful Bays. Relish a delightful lunch of fresh seafood and a variety of appetizing delicacies while cruising along Lan Ha Bay, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

15:30 Visit the Tra Bau area, renowned for its pristine, poetic natural beauty and captivating seascape of Lan Ha Bay. This is the perfect time for kayaking to explore the true beauty of the limestone islands. Immerse yourself in the emerald green waters of the bay or enjoy the Jacuzzi pool on Peony Cruises.

17:30 - 18:30 Participate in a cooking demonstration to learn how to make one of Vietnam’s most famous dishes, spring rolls. Alternatively, head to the top deck of the cruise to admire the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Enjoy Happy Hour with a BUY ONE GET ONE FREE offer at the bar. This is an ideal time for photography enthusiasts to capture the stunning sunset over Lan Ha Bay.

19:30 Savor delicious local cuisine prepared and served by our skilled chef. This meal is a delightful experience in an intimate, romantic setting.

21:00 – 22:00 Relax and enjoy exotic cocktails and drinks at the sky bar (additional charges apply). Indulge in spa services (optional) or simply unwind on the top deck under a brightly illuminated sky. Alternatively, try your luck at squid fishing on the main deck.

DAY 2: LAN HA BAY – VIET HAI VILLAGE – THREE PEACHES AREA

6:00 Start the day with energy by joining a Tai Chi session and watching the sunrise over the bay.

6:45 – 7:15 Breakfast is served at the restaurant.

8:00 – 8:30 Guests are transferred to a day trip boat to explore further into Lan Ha Bay, cruising along the peaceful and serene nature of the bay. Alternatively, guests can relax on the cruise if they prefer not to join the day trip.

10:30 - 11:00 Upon reaching Viet Hai jetty, guests can enjoy cycling or riding an e-cart to Viet Hai village through the tropical rainforest canopy and towering limestone mountains, surrounded by lush greenery. Learn about the villagers’ daily lives and how they built and lived in bamboo thatched houses; the earthen walls are made of straw and mud covered with trellis, forming walls to block rain and wind.

12:15 - 13:30 Return to the day trip boat and enjoy lunch at the restaurant while the boat cruises to the kayaking and swimming spot.

13:30 Explore the secluded and tranquil lagoon by kayak or enjoy swimming off the boat for great fun.

16:30 Return to Peony Cruises to relax. Soak in the Jacuzzi pool, enjoy music, and sip your favorite drinks by the pool.

17:30 - 18:30 Enjoy “happy hour” on the deck with a BUY ONE GET ONE FREE offer. Watch the sunset over the bay. Attend a cooking demonstration to learn about different types of Vietnamese spring rolls.

19:30 Dinner is served at Peony Cruises’ restaurant.

21:00 - 22:00 Experience the bay’s nightlife from the deck. Immerse yourself in music and enjoy a cocktail at the bar. Alternatively, join the sailors for squid fishing or simply relax in your room and admire Ha Long Bay from the balcony.

DAY 3: LAN HA BAY – CAT BA ISLAND – TUAN CHAU

6:00 Start the day with energy by joining a Tai Chi session and watching the sun rise beyond the horizon.

6:45 - 7:15 Breakfast is served while cruising back to Gia Luan jetty. (Breakfast time may be adjusted according to the actual itinerary)

7:30 - 9:00 Join a tour of Cat Ba World Biosphere by transshipment. It takes 30 minutes to transfer from Gia Luan to Trung Trang, one of the most impressive caves on Cat Ba Island, Vietnam. The limestone cave features thousands of stalactites in various shapes, offering geological value with a typical cave ecosystem.

9:30 Return to the main boat from the cave, and guests will check out of their cabins. Luggage should be placed outside the cabin. Lunch is served at the restaurant. Settle any bar bills at the restaurant desk (if applicable).

10:30 - 11:00 Disembark from Peony Cruises and transfer back to Block #34, Big Bay group terminal, Tuan Chau Marina. Relax and wait for your luggage.

11:30 - 12:00 Guests are ready at Tuan Chau Marina.

• Complimentary bottled water
• All meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Round-trip transfer between Hanoi and Halong
• Entrance fees covered
• Expert English-speaking guide

• Alcohol Drink or soft Drink

Peony Cruises is among the most luxurious cruise options in Ha Long Bay, which was recognized as one of the World’s New 7 Wonders of Nature in 2011. As a sister cruise to Mon Cheri Cruises and Lily Cruises, which began operating in Ha Long Bay in early 2018, Peony Cruises is committed to offering a unique and unforgettable holiday experience for all guests.

Peony Cruises has crafted exclusive itineraries that explore the less-visited areas of Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Passengers on Peony Cruises will be indulged while discovering the hidden beauty of Lan Ha Bay.

Peony Cruise 1 features 20 stylish cabins, and Peony Cruise 2 also offers 20 stylish cabins, along with an elegant restaurant and bar, fitness center, jacuzzi pool, and spa services. On Peony Cruises, guests will enjoy warm and gracious service in an atmosphere of comfortable elegance. The crew members are dedicated to providing exceptional service to enhance your stay for a truly memorable experience.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.