Peony Cruise
Peony Cruise is a luxury steel hull cruise launched in 2018, sailing Lan Ha Bay with 20 cabins. Enjoy kayaking and swimming, fresh seafood dining and the best local price.
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Room Types & Prices
20 cabins on board · 2 Days 1 Night
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Deluxe Balcony Cabin
Size: 28 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Premium Balcony Cabin
Size: 28 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Exclusive Suite
Size: 45 m² Max adults: 2
Bed options: Double Bed
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 2 adults
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Family Deluxe (3 pax)
Size: 56 m² Max adults: 3
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
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Price for 01 cabin · 3 adults, 1 child
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Family Deluxe (4 pax)
Size: 56 m² Max adults: 4
Bed options: Double Bed or 2 Beds
Extra beds available:
- • Rollaway bed
- • Crib
Easy cancellation
- All board-meals included
- No booking or service fees
- • Free Kayaking
- • Welcome cocktail
Includes taxes & fees
Price for 01 cabin · 4 adults, 1 child
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Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Route
Lan Ha Bay
Class
Luxury
Cabins
20 Cabins
Hull
Steel hull
Launched
2018
About Peony Cruise
Peony Cruise sails the scenic waters of Lan Ha Bay, departing from Got Harbour (Hai Phong). Launched in 2018, the steel hull vessel offers 20 well-appointed cabins and a relaxed, attentive service that has earned a 9.7/10 rating from 339 guest reviews.
Onboard experiences include kayaking, swimming, caves, cooking class, tai chi, with fresh local seafood served throughout the 2 days 1 night program. Our local team personally inspects every cruise so you book with confidence at the best available rate.
Onboard Facilities
Activities & Experiences
5 things we love most about Peony Cruise
Cruise Itinerary
Programs and schedules subject to change due to weather conditions.
Route Map
Peony Cruise · 2 Days 1 Night
- 1Got Harbour (Hai Phong)
- 2Lan Ha Bay Anchorage
- 3Dark & Bright Cave
- 08:00
Optional shuttle pick-up from your Hanoi hotel for the scenic ~2.5h transfer to Got Harbour (Hai Phong).
- 12:00
Check in at the Peony Cruise lounge, board the cruise and enjoy a welcome drink and seafood lunch as you sail into Lan Ha Bay.
- 15:00
Kayaking and swimming at a sheltered anchorage; relax on the sun deck.
- 16:30
Guided visit to the Dark & Bright Cave.
- 18:30
Sunset party, cooking demonstration and a multi-course dinner on board.
- 06:30
Sunrise tai chi on the sun deck, followed by tea and coffee.
- 08:00
Morning excursion to Ba Trai Dao beach by tender or bamboo boat.
- 09:30
Brunch on board while cruising back towards Got Harbour (Hai Phong).
- 11:00
Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi (optional add-on).
Important Notes
- Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather and tide conditions.
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay: the decision is made by the Halong Bay Management Board on the day of departure.
- In the event of a weather cancellation we will arrange an alternative date on request, or refund in accordance with the cruise policy.
- Passengers should arrive at the harbour at least 30 minutes before the overnight cruise boarding time.
Cruise Inclusions & Options
Everything that is and isn't covered, plus our cruise & booking policies.
- One night in a luxury cabin
- All meals on board as per the program
- English-speaking cruise guide
- Kayaking & sightseeing as per itinerary
- Entrance & sightseeing fees
- Round-trip transfer Hanoi ↔ Harbour (optional add-on)
- Drinks & beverages
- Tips & personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Peak-season & holiday surcharge
- Check-in on board: 12:00pm – 12:30pm
- Check-out / disembark: 9:30am – 11:00am (final day, after brunch)
- Children under 5 sharing existing bedding: free of charge (max 1 child per cabin)
- Children 5–11 sharing with 2 adults: 75% of the adult rate
- Children from 12 are charged as adults
- Single occupancy supplement: +70% of the per-person rate
- Peak surcharge applies on national holidays, Christmas & Lunar New Year
- A maximum of 2 adults + 1 child, or 3 adults, per standard cabin
- A 20% deposit is required to confirm your booking; the balance is due on the cruise day
- Secure online payment by Visa, Mastercard, JCB or bank transfer
- Free cancellation up to 7 days before departure for a full refund
- Cancellation 3–7 days before departure: 50% charge
- Cancellation within 48 hours or no-show: 100% charge
- Free amendment of travel dates once, subject to availability (up to 7 days before departure)
- Instant e-confirmation and voucher sent to your email after payment
339 customer reviews for Peony Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding112
- Excellent203
- Very good17
- Good7
Traveler type
- Family with children47
- Groups of friends99
- Mature couples80
- Solo travellers63
- Young couples50
Comments are provided by customers who have previously taken this cruise.
Guest reviews
- 10.0Chen Li🇨🇳 China22-02-2025
Excellent
The ship was spacious and modern. Our cabin was lovely with a balcony and a tub, and the views over the bay were amazing.
Family with children - 10.0James Patterson🇦🇺 Australia21-06-2025
Excellent
A peaceful, well-organised cruise away from the crowds. The cooking class and tai chi were a lovely touch.
Mature couples - 9.6Lucas Moreau🇫🇷 France20-04-2025
Excellent
Outstanding food and an incredibly attentive crew. The sunset on the sun deck is something we will never forget.
Young couples - 9.5Daniel Schmidt🇩🇪 Germany18-08-2025
Excellent
The ship was spacious and modern. Our cabin was lovely with a balcony and a tub, and the views over the bay were amazing.
Young couples - 10.0Ananya Rao🇮🇳 India13-07-2025
Excellent
The ship was spacious and modern. Our cabin was lovely with a balcony and a tub, and the views over the bay were amazing.
Family with children - 10.0Emma Whitfield🇬🇧 United Kingdom11-03-2025
Excellent
Outstanding food and an incredibly attentive crew. The sunset on the sun deck is something we will never forget.
Mature couples - 9.8Mihail Georgiev🇧🇬 Bulgaria09-01-2025
Excellent
The ship was spacious and modern. Our cabin was lovely with a balcony and a tub, and the views over the bay were amazing.
Groups of friends - 9.8Sofia Rossi🇮🇹 Italy05-05-2025
Excellent
Outstanding food and an incredibly attentive crew. The sunset on the sun deck is something we will never forget.
Solo travellers
Frequently Asked Questions
Transfers are an optional add-on. We offer a shared shuttle bus and private limousine that you can add during booking.
Yes — free cancellation up to 7 days before departure for a full refund, in line with our cruise policy.
Children of all ages are welcome; family cabins and child pricing are available on request.
Questions & Answers (410)
Looking for more info? Send your question and our Hanoi team will answer it here as soon as possible.
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Asked by patdecastro · 1 day, 15 hours ago
Do you have a family suite available for 3 adults on a 2 days 1 night trip in July, and how much does it cost?
1 answerAAnswered by Helen · 16 hours ago
Thank you for your interest in Peony Cruise. Yes — our Family Suite comfortably fits 3 guests. For your dates the best available rate is around $222 per person including all meals on board. We also offer a round-trip shuttle between Hanoi and the harbour for $30 per person. Best regards.
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Asked by Lucas · 1 week ago
We are 6 people (4 in one room and 2 in another). Can you accommodate us, and which sightseeing stops are included on the Lan Ha Bay route?
1 answerAAnswered by Annie (Ms.) · 6 days, 14 hours ago
For a group of 6 we recommend three cabins, two of which can be arranged as connecting cabins for your convenience. The Lan Ha Bay itinerary visits the key highlights of the route — we have emailed you the full day-by-day program with all sightseeing stops. Best regards.
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Asked by Mariana · 3 weeks, 6 days ago
Can we book a round-trip shuttle service from our hotel in Hanoi, and is hotel pick-up included?
1 answerAAnswered by Phoebe · 3 weeks, 4 days ago
Yes, we offer both a shared shuttle bus and a private limousine transfer with door-to-door hotel pick-up in the Hanoi Old Quarter. You can add this during booking or simply let us know your hotel and we will arrange it. Best regards.
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