Peony Cruise
Dock: Tuan Chau Marina, Quang Ninh
Overview
Peony Cruises – Elegance on Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay
Peony Cruises are among the most luxurious yachts sailing in Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay – symbols of Vietnam’s natural beauty. Blending classic European sophistication with the rustic charm of Vietnamese style, Peony offers a truly distinctive cruising experience.
With 40 spacious cabins, each featuring a private balcony, guests are treated to breathtaking views of emerald waters and limestone karsts. On board, you’ll enjoy an elegant restaurant with carefully curated menus, traditional music performances during dinner, and a panoramic sundeck – the perfect place to relax with a cocktail as the sun sets.
Peony Cruises also accommodates special dietary needs including Kosher, vegetarian, and gluten-free meals. With professional service and a warm, highly skilled crew, every journey promises to be an unforgettable experience of peace, culture, and comfort.
Cruise Information
- Year built: 2018
- No. of Cabins: 20
- Cruise Type: Metal
- Itinerary: Tuan Chau international terminal > Ha Long bay > Lan Ha bay > Tra Bau > Cat Ba Island > Trung Trang cave
Room Types/ Room Rates for 2026 & 2027
| Room Types |
| |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Deluxe Balcony
28m2
Double / Twin
Private Balcony
| 1 May 30 Sep. | 1 Jan. 30 Apr. & 1 Oct. 31Dec. | ||||
 Premium Deluxe Balcony
28m2
Double / Twin
Private Balcony
| 1 May 30 Sep. | 1 Jan. 30 Apr. & 1 Oct. 31Dec. | ||||
 Peony Exclusive Suite
45m2
King size
Private Balcony
| 1 May 30 Sep. | 1 Jan. 30 Apr. & 1 Oct. 31Dec. | ||||
 Family Deluxe Balcony
56m2
Double + Twin
Private Balcony
| 1 May 30 Sep. | 1 Jan. 30 Apr. & 1 Oct. 31Dec. | ||||
 Family Premium Deluxe
56m2
Double + Twin
Private Balcony
| 1 May 30 Sep. | 1 Jan. 30 Apr. & 1 Oct. 31Dec. | ||||
Cruise Itinerary
08:30 – 08:50: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the new highway to Tuan Chau Marina – Bai Chay, Halong City where we arrive at around 11h30. You can enjoy a special tea at Peony Cruise’s lounge with a warm welcome.
11:30: The crew members of Peony Cruise will welcome you at Tuan Chau Marina, Quang Ninh.
12h00: You will be taken aboard our support vessel and travel from the wharf via the bay to board our luxurious craft, Peony Cruise. Itinerary briefing is announced during this time.
13:00: Welcome fresh drinks, wet towels and a special lunch of fresh food and an assortment of appetizing delicacies will be served. You will be enchanted when decadently dining on our luxury junk. Life just doesn’t get better than this! We then set sail for Lan Ha Bay – A member of the World’s Most Beautiful Bays.
Enjoy the delicious luncheon of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing delicacies while cruising along Lan Ha bay with the breathtaking scenery.
15:30: Visiting Tra Bau area where has known as an area famous for its unspoiled, poetic natural beauty and attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. This is the best time for kayaking to discover the truest beauty of the limestone islands.
Immerse yourself in the emerald green water of the bay or enjoy the Jacuzzi pool on the Peony Cruises.
17:30 – 18:30: Joining us for Cooking demonstration to learn how to make one of the most famous Vietnamese cuisines, the spring rolls. Or reach the top deck of cruise where the guests can admire the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin.
Enjoy a Happy Hour time – BUY ONE GET ONE FREE at the bar. It is an ideal time for photography enthusiasts to capture the greatest moment of sunset over Lan Ha Bay.
19:30: Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served by our skillful chef. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting.
21:00 – 22:00: Relax and sip the exotic cocktails and drinks at the sky bar (with surcharge). Indulge yourself with spa service (optional) or simply relax on the top deck just under the cover of a brightly illuminated sky. Or try to get your luck at the squid fishing on the main deck.
06:00: Begin the day full of energy with the Tai Chi session and enjoy the sun just rising up beyond the horizon.
06:45 – 07:15: Breakfast is served while cruising back to Gia Luan jetty. (Breakfast time maybe adjust and follow the real itinerary)
07:30 – 09:00: You will join the 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 in Cat Ba island, Vietnam. The limestone cave has thousands of talactites in various shapes, offering geological values with a typical cave ecosystem.
09:30: Return to the main boat from the cave and the guests will do the cabin check out. Luggage is placed outside of the cabin.
10:30 – 11:00: Disembark the Peony Cruises and transferred back to Block #34, Big Bay group terminal, Tuan Chau Marina. Relax and wait for the luggage.
11:30 – 12:00: Get on the luxury limousine van for the ride back to Hanoi.
15:00: Arrive in Hanoi. End of the trip
Special note: Cruise itineraries and schedules are subject to change without notice depending of the weather and operating conditions.
Services & Facilities
Services
- 24-hour Security
- Conference & meeting facilities
- Gymnasium
- Reception
- Rowing boat
- Safety box at reception
- Tender for sightseeing
- Baby cot
- Bar
- Beauty Services and Massage
- Cabin Service (Snack Meals)
- Laundry service
- Restaurant
Activities on Board
- BBQ Dinner
- Cooking classes
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Movie nights
- Spa & Massage
- Swimming
- Tai Chi
Activities on Request
- Birthday / Wedding anniversary/ Honeymoon
- Corporate Party
- Steam/Sauna
- Traditional or modern live music
- Wedding ceremony
Departure Info
- Shuttle Bus: Daily from Hanoi Old Quarter
- Check-in: 12:00
- Check-out: 11:00
- Guide: English speaking guide
- Taxes & Service Charges
- Welcome Cocktail
- Cruise Itinerary and Program
- Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
- In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
- Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C
- Luxury en-suite Bathroom
- Meals on board during cruise program
- International Breakfast Buffet
- Tai Chi Session
- Cooking Class
- Insurance
- Transfer from Hanoi to Tuan Chau Marina and back
- Airfares, and Hotel Accommodation
- Visa to Vietnam
- Beauty Spa Services and Massage
- Beverages and Tobacco
- Tax, tips and other Personal Expenses
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
- Surcharge for New Year, Christmas
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
- From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates
- From 6 to 3 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates.
- Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
- Check in on board: 12:10pm
- Check out: 11:35am
- Return Hanoi: 2:30pm
- The FOC rate for children under 5 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 5 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
- Children from 5-11 will pay extra charge 75% of adult rate.
- Children 12 and above must pay full fare as adult.
- Peak season surcharge: Surcharge $50/adult and $40/child for Gala dinner applies if guests stay on board on December 24th and/or December 31st 2017 or February 15th 2018
- Shuttle bus: $40/ adult and $30/ child round trip. Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House
- On the second day you will travel on day boat and do not have access to mother boat and your cabin until later in the afternoon.