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

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

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

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

Guests will be greeted with fresh drinks, wet towels, and a special lunch featuring fresh food and a variety of delicious delicacies. Dining on our luxury junk is a truly enchanting experience. The cruise will then set sail for Lan Ha Bay, a member of the World’s Most Beautiful Bays. Enjoy a delightful luncheon of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing delicacies while cruising along Lan Ha Bay, taking in the breathtaking scenery.

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

17:30 - 18:30 Join a cooking demonstration to learn how to make one of the most famous Vietnamese dishes, spring rolls. Alternatively, guests can head to the top deck 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 Enjoy a delicious meal prepared and served by our skilled chef in an intimate, romantic setting.

21:00 – 22:00 Relax and sip exotic cocktails and drinks at the sky bar (with surcharge). Indulge in spa services (optional) or simply relax on the top deck under a brightly illuminated sky. Guests can also try their 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 a Tai Chi session and enjoy 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 quiet 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. Learn about the villagers’ daily life and how they built and lived in bamboo thatched houses with earthen walls made of straw and mud, covered with trellis to block rain and wind.

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

13:30 Explore the secluded and quiet lagoon by kayak or enjoy a swim off the boat.

16:30 Return to Peony Cruises to relax. Soak in the Jacuzzi pool, enjoy music, and savor 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 and attend a cooking demonstration to learn different types of Vietnamese spring rolls.

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

21:00 - 22:00 Experience the nightlife of the bay from the deck. Immerse yourself in music and enjoy a cocktail at the bar. Alternatively, guests can go squid fishing with the sailors or simply relax in their room and watch Ha Long Bay from the balcony.

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

6:00 Start the day with a Tai Chi session and enjoy the sunrise over the bay.

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

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 luggage.

11:30 - 12:00 Guests are ready to depart from 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, denoted as one of the epitomes of luxury cruising in Ha Long Bay, was recognized as one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature globally in 2011. Sharing its lineage with Mon Cheri Cruises and Lily Cruises, Peony Cruises embarked on its voyage in Ha Long Bay in the early 2018, with a mission of crafting an unparalleled and unforgettable vacation for all its guest.

Peony Cruises has carefully chalked out unique sailing plans to the lesser-trafficked areas of Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay. On board the Peony Cruises, you’ll be spoiled with comfort while discovering the hidden treasures of Lan Ha Bay.

Both Peony Cruise 1 and 2 boast of 20 chic cabins each, coupled with a sophisticated restaurant-cum-bar, gym, jacuzzi pool, and spa facilities. With Peony Cruises, you’re assured of warm and courteous service in a backdrop of refined luxury. Our crew’s commitment to outstanding service is sure to heighten your stay for a truly unforgettable experience.

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