Ken and Maya were great! Such a lovely time.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Pick up & Drop off,Guide,entrance fee,Food for 2 days
Excludes
- Drinks
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Day 1
1
09h10: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the new highway to Got Ferry Terminal – Cat Hai Town, Haiphong City where we arrive at around 11h30. The passengers have a chance to experience on longest and newest bridge in South East Asia area. You can take special tea at cruise’s lounge by warm welcome. 12h15: Transfer by tender to the cruise 12h30: We welcome our guests onboard then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start cruising and explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. 13h00: The cruise proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. Have International Buffet Lunch while passing via the islets of Con Vit area. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island - Thoi Quyt area - Coc Ngoi islet - through Gia Luan harbor where is belong to Cat Ba National Park 15h00: We progress to Trung Trang cave by our bus on Cat Ba island which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park with Kim Giao forest around the cave. Trung Trang Valley is the largest valley on Cat Ba Island. The valley covers an area of approximately 300 hectares, has a depth of 10m to 30m and is around 15km in the middle of Cat Ba National Park. Trung Trang Cave measures 300m lengthwise through the mountains. The cave was carved by nature for more than 2000 years. The cave has many stalactites that take on various shapes that will awe and inspire visitors to use their imagination. 17h00: The ruise gets in the less populated area at Tra Bau area where is located in Lan Ha Bay. You will enjoy the green emerald and cool water by swimming 17h45: Returning the cruise, you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour deal Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu) 19h30: Sumptuous Candlelight Deluxe Dinner Set Menu is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting 21h30: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board. Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu) 23h00: End of Day One program
Day 2
2
06h00: Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck; after which we serve light breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out in canoes to explore the bay in the area where the Toi Sang cave is situated. 9h30: Visitors then return cruise for check-out procedures 10h00: Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch 10h30: Tea Ceremony is served at the restaurant. You will learn how to enjoy Vietnamese tea and Vietnamese cultural at this ceremony. Joining Tea Ceremony with our crews team and have great fun with us! 11h35: We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark. We bid farewell at GOT ferry, this is the end of the program. We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey. 14h00: Back to your drop-off point in Old Quarter Center. End of the trip
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Reviews
Excellent! Super friendly staff and well organised
An absolute highlight of our trip to Vietnam - the crew and interior staff were exceptional. The views are spectacular, the food delicious and the rooms are truly beautifully done. An extra special shout out to our waitress Nancy who took extra good care of us for every meal, to the bar staff for some truly delicious cocktails and to Brian who ran a stellar excursion (stand up comedy is a missed calling) to the Trung Trang Caves on our second morning and ran the brilliant 6am Tai Chi session. 10/10 experience could not speak highly enough of this trip.
Our experience aboard Peony Cruise was absolutely amazing! Everything was wonderful, from the beautiful surroundings to the hospitality and overall service. A special mention to Bobby, who truly went above and beyond to make our stay extra special. His kindness, attention to detail and genuine care made the whole experience even more memorable. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend Peony Cruise to anyone visiting Ha Long Bay! Thank you to the entire team, especially Bobby, for making our trip so special. ❤️
Brilliant time had, we stayed for one night and was greeted by Bobby who couldn’t do enough for myself and family. A lovely man who enjoyed getting to know us. The rooms are spotless, we stayed on the second floor which had aircon a lovely bath and shower large bed and fridge with drinks already loaded. It also had a balcony, The food was excellent and a good choice. The same with the drinks, try the ha long beer, very nice. The scenery is second to none and to just sit on the top deck watching it all is amazing
Had a fantastic experience at Ha Long Bay with Peony Cruises! Wonderful service, activities and food
The cruise is very well organised! The service is excellent and Chris and Jasmine extremely friendly and super professional! Many thanks! Giuliana
Excellent experience and Kim was a Big professial. Really recommended
Relaxing one night cruise with staff that go above in beyond, particularly Ken and Anna. They offer great activities like tai chi and cave exploration and kayaking. Stunning views all over, rooms are comfortable and have large bay windows throughout. Offer 5 course meals and buffet style meals. Lovely time.
We had a good experience with Peony Cruises. The scenery was beautiful, the rooms were comfortable, and the whole experience was enjoyable. What really stood out was the exceptional service, especially from Chris! He was incredibly personable, friendly, and attentive throughout our stay. He genuinely made us feel welcome and went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable and well taken care of. His warm personality and attention to detail made the experience even more memorable.
Cris was amazing, very kind and happy in every meal. All crew was very much well prepared.
We stayed 2 nights and the service was spectacular. We loved the room and the scenery, and the tours/day excursions we did were fun and interesting. The food was amazing and we never felt hungry. Great cooks.
The cruise ship was very nice, but not what is shown in the picture. The service was excellent, and the cabin was beautiful, but the food was almost inedible. The food presentation was all show by the “chef”without any flavour to support it. The cruise manager was very pleasant but we couldn’t understand most of what he said due to his very poor English. This was a problem since understanding the itinerary was critical.
We had a wonderful time with Peony at Halong. The staff took excellent care of us and ensured that all aspects relating to safety and entertainment were taken care of. Special mention of Andrew whose smiling face cheered us immensely, and Hugo who kept an eagle eye to ensure a smooth experience on deck. Also Jasmine for her hospitality. The trip to Trang Trung caves was a great addition to our trip, with competent commentary from Hugo who was our guide. Thank you.
Our 2 days and 1 night cruise with Peony Cruises in the breathtaking Halong Bay was truly one of the highlights of our Vietnam trip! From the stunning limestone landscapes and emerald waters to the delicious food and well-planned activities, every moment was special and memorable. What made the experience even more meaningful was the genuine hospitality and personal attention we received throughout the journey. A very special thanks to Maya, whose warmth, attentiveness, and outstanding service made us feel genuinely cared for. Her thoughtful gestures added a personal touch that we will always remember. Thank you, Peony Cruises, for creating such beautiful memories! Highly recommended!
We booked the Peony Cruise for two nights, and it was an absolutely amazing and breathtaking experience! The two highlights of our trip were the incredible scenery of Ha Long Bay and, above all, the wonderful staff on board. Andrew looked after us exceptionally well throughout our stay. He truly couldn’t do enough for us and always made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Whether it was breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks at the bar on the top deck, Andrew was always attentive, friendly, and genuinely caring. He was easy to talk to and took the time to understand our needs. He is a real asset to the Peony Cruise team, and his excellent service made our experience even more special. We would also like to thank Jasmine and Orchid, who were equally helpful, kind, and caring towards us. The entire crew made us feel welcome and well looked after throughout the cruise. A special thank you to the captain and all the staff for taking us around the breathtaking Ha Long Bay safely and ensuring everything ran smoothly. The boat was very clean, and the service throughout our stay was outstanding. We will definitely return if we visit Vietnam again. Vietnam is a beautiful country, and this cruise was truly one of the best travel experiences we have ever had abroad. Thank you to Andrew, Jasmine, Orchid, the captain, and the entire Peony Cruise team for making our trip so memorable. We cannot recommend this experience highly enough. ❤️
We had a brilliant time aboard the Piony Cruise boat, from the moment we arrived at the pick up point until our last day the Staff were incredibly welcoming, the food was amazing right through the cruise, I would also like to make a point of the person that looked after us and made our trip extra special, her name is orchid We will definitely be back for another round
The experience was awesome and the food was excellent as well. Nancy was very helpful and provided excellent service. The length of stay was 2 nights and 1 day. Would love to stay more.
We had a fantastic time aboard Peony cruise boat, the food and service was fantastic, not to mention the amazing service provided Orchid, I felt that everyone on the boat went out of there way to make us welcome We will definitely be back
All of the staff was so friendly, the food was so good, the rooms were beautiful, everything was nice.
Lovely time. Room clean spacious modern. Staff nice friendly welcoming. Activities were excellent. Great opportunity to determine if river cruising is for you. Highly recommend.
We had an amazing experience! The swimming and kayaking activities were fantastic, the food was absolutely delicious, and the entire crew was wonderful, friendly, and attentive. A special thank you to Andrew, who was truly amazing and made our experience even more memorable! Everything was perfect, and we couldn’t have asked for a better time. Highly recommended!
Best experience ever, very memorable and will let everyone know about it!
It was a very nice experience! We will surely comeback and thanks Hugo for the excellent service!
Excellent service and comfortable cabin. The spring roll cooking class was fun and unique. The food and drink were top tier and would love to stay another night if possible. Tom was a great host, was very funny and kind, appreciated the brilliant gesture throughout our stay, he also set up an amazing birthday surprise for me and was very kind and helpful. Great service by jenny, made us feel very welcome and satisfied.
We had a wonderful stay with Peony Cruise, especially as it was part of our honeymoon! We were upgraded for free to a Premium Room upon reservation, only to be surprised with another upgrade to an Exclusive Suite when we arrived. Such a thoughtful gesture, and they really went out of their way to make our stay memorable! Service was exceptional. Cris was super friendly and helpful, and Ethan was a very informative tour guide. The food was amazing, and while the activities were fun, they felt a little short. That said, the main highlight is really relaxing and taking in the beautiful views. Highly recommend Peony Cruise for the value, hospitality and unforgettable experience! ❤️
An excellent experience. Serene, relaxing and eventful. Service was phenomenal. Food was amazing. Cris went above and beyond to make our experience here unforgettable.
Things that i would come back to this cruise for: 1) food was exceptionally delicious 2) staff was attentive and friendly- thank you Cris for making this such a wonderful experience 3) landscape was breathtaking 4) loved the activities that was planned by the staff 5) bartender makes really delightful cocktails
So beautiful cruise. Nice activities and great crew. Our waiter was Chris and he had very good fucus on our needs. Will book peony cruise another time.
My friends and I stayed onboard Peony Cruise 1 in September 2026. We had such a good experience while onboard - the food was amazing, we did kayaking, swam in the bay and also did a cave tour. Most importantly the service of the staff was exceptional. The accomodation was clean, well managed and there was a jam packed itinerary that catered to everyone’s taste. I would highly recommend!
Very good and Cris was excellent in his manner and service. Would recommend him anytime.
Fantastic service and good fun. Tom and Daniel were great.
An unforgettable experience in Halong Bay Our experience aboard Peony Cruise in Halong Bay was absolutely wonderful. From the very beginning, everything was perfectly organized and every detail was taken care of. The food was delicious, the room was beautiful, comfortable and had stunning views, and the excursions were amazing, allowing us to discover the incredible scenery of Halong Bay. We were also celebrating our honeymoon, and the surprise they prepared for us was such a beautiful and thoughtful gesture. It made our stay even more special and created memories we will never forget. ❤️ A special mention to Andrew, who was incredibly kind, attentive and professional throughout the whole cruise. He was always there to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment. Thank you, Peony Cruise, for making our honeymoon so special. We highly recommend this experience!
Our experience was fantastic, the boat was the best we’ve seen in the bay prefect size and so well decorated, our room was exceptional a dream really and food was great. The crew was so caring, especially David (Tang) who made our meals time so enjoyable he was funny, caring and professional and Tami who’s got such a good energy, she lead us with ease and joy perfectly during the trip. Could’t recommend more booking with Peony’s, even our booking process over WhatsApp was top notch, a 10/10!
Amazing experiance onboard Peony Cruise . The food , view and atmosphere was amazing . Highly recommend
Great experience! Very luxurious
The views and boat were beautiful, but the highlight was Ken and Thuan, the manager. His exceptional hospitality, warmth, and attention to detail made our trip truly special. Highly recommend!
We had an amazing trip!! Excellent facilities and service. Thanks to Rooney for his time and dedication 🙏🙏 I hope to come back soon :)
The whole cruise experience was much better than expected. Rooms were clean and well maintained. Did the 2 days 1 night tour and if we were to come again we probably would do the 3 days 2 night cruise. The cruise was just right with amount of people, not too crowded and not too quite. Our server Maya took really good care of us and had a very nice smile every time she served us, very happy with Maya's service 😁
Had a really enjoyable time on the cruise! Overall, it was a great experience with friendly staff, good service, and a relaxing atmosphere. Everything was well organized, and the whole trip felt comfortable and enjoyable. A special shoutout to Hugo, who was exceptional throughout the cruise. He was genuinely friendly, attentive, and always happy to help. His great attitude and service really made the experience even better. Would definitely recommend the cruise for anyone looking for a fun and relaxing getaway!
Cruising through Ha Long Bay was an absolute highlight of our trip to Vietnam so far, blending of breathtaking natural scenery with top-tier hospitality. From the moment we stepped on board, the service was exceptional—the attentive staff made us feel like VIPs, anticipating our every need and tailoring activities like kayaking and cave visits seamlessly. Our accommodation was equally impressive, featuring a spacious, immaculate cabin with comfortable bedding and floor-to-ceiling windows leading to a private balcony with unforgettable views of the emerald water and limestone cliffs. Dining was a standout highlight, offering multi-course meals that showcased fresh, beautifully plated Vietnamese cuisine alongside international options that exceeded all restaurant-quality expectations. Henry was exceptional for our experience and took great care of our family of 3. Overall, the effortless luxury, incredible food, and warm hospitality made this overnight journey worth every penny.
Had a wonderful experience on the cruise. The scenery was beautiful, the boat was comfortable, and the service throughout was excellent. A special mention to Ken, the Cruise Manager, who was friendly, professional and made sure everything ran smoothly. Also a big thank you to Henry from the dining team, who was incredibly attentive and looked after me so well during every meal. Their warm hospitality really made the trip extra enjoyable. Highly recommended!
It was the most beautiful cruise experience, thanks to all the staff, they took care of us a lot, Tammy and Jenny were interested in our comfort and providing halal food. Whoever wants a high-end experience chooses Peony cruise thank you
Fantastic trip. Two nights. Recommend two nights. Ine night would not be long enough. Amazing accommodation, staff snd meals. Couldn’t fault the service. Rooney was especially good. Bobby was also excellent
Cris was an absolute standout on our 2-day cruise. He was attentive without being intrusive, always checking in at just the right moments and remembering our preferences from the first meal onward. His warmth and genuine friendliness made every meal feel relaxed and enjoyable. Nothing was ever too much trouble, he handled every request with a smile and real efficiency. If you’re lucky enough to have Cris serving you, you’re in great hands.
The trip was simply amazing. The pickup was on time and we felt very safe. Once on the boat we felt very comfortable the room was nice, clean and the good was amazing. Maya made our trip unforgettable! she was super nice, kind and did everything to make our experience the best as possible. Thanks for everything Maya!
It was an amazing experience, especially the service from Maya. Whe really appreciate the service en kindness.
I cannot recommend this tour highly enough. It is a perfect combination of relaxation and activity. The staff are amazing and very passionate about what they do. Tam, Daniel and Brian looked after us brilliantly. We kayaked, swam, did a cave tour and a cooking class on the roof of the boat. My only regret is not staying longer. Thank you Peony Cruises, we will be back!!
Our experience was amazing! We stayed for 2 days but we wish we chose the 2 nights option, the cruise is really peaceful and has a good amount of activities and free time, and it’s a small crowd so a lot more intimate. It’s best suited for couples rather than friends and family, but they’re definitely still open for friends and family! The staff were the best part of our trip, especially Orchid and Tam, we had an amazing experience with them and Orchid was the best staff member we’ve ever had! So sweet!
This was a great cruise. The main person in charge was Tom (Aug 17-18) and he was phenomenal. A great host and went above and beyond to help set up our group’s transportation for the next leg of our journey. The views were great, swimming was fun, the food was good, and the spa was also great.
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