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Peony Cruise 2 Days/1 Night is a Lan Ha Bay cruise with local support from Ava Travel. Send us your date and group preference... From $137.
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Peony Cruise 2 Days/1 Night is a Lan Ha Bay popular mid-luxury cruise selected for travellers who want a clear overnight cruise plan and local support from Ava Travel Hanoi. Peony Cruise is a popular Lan Ha Bay cruise for travellers who want balcony-style comfort and a balanced price-to-quality ratio.
It is a strong middle choice: more comfortable than budget boats, quieter than many Halong Bay routes, and practical for a 2-day trip from Hanoi. This product page is written to help you understand whether the cruise fits your travel style before you reserve a cabin.
Cabin names and layouts vary by operator, but the main choice is usually between a standard sea-view cabin, a balcony or higher-deck cabin, and a larger suite or family setup. Couples should usually prioritise balcony position and deck level. Families should confirm bedding, child pricing, and whether connecting or larger cabins are available.
If you are choosing between several cruises, tell Ava your travel date, group size, budget, and preferred comfort level. We will compare live availability and explain whether Peony Cruise 2 Days/1 Night is the best fit or whether another Halong, Lan Ha, or Bai Tu Long Bay cruise would suit you better.
Morning
Peony Cruises is set to depart at noon from Lot 34, Tuan Chau Marina, around 3 hours from Hanoi. If you book shuttle bus service, the pickup time is between 8:30 - 9:00am.
Afternoon
Check in and enjoy welcome drink as well as safety instructions. Start cruising and explore Lan Ha Bay. You have lunch while the cruise passes stunning islets and islands. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. The first stop is Tra Bau Area with the tranquil scenery. You can swim or kayak to discover the bay.
Early evening
Return to boat, you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. You can order some drinks from the bar with hot deal BUY ONE GET ONE FREE at Happy Hour to chill on top deck or book a spa at the reception to refresh your body. There will be a cooking lession with one of the most famous Vietnamese cuisines called spring rolls.
Evening
Deluxe dinner 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. 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.
Early morning
Wake up early to join Taichi session and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lan Ha Bay at dawn. Have a light breakfast at the restaurant.
Morning
We access Cat Ba Island and visit Trung Trang Cave - one of the highlights of the island with the stalactites and pristine beauty.
9:30am
At 9:30, visitors check out the cabin and make any incurred payments. You will enjoy a delightful brunch while the ship cruises back. We bid farewell at Tuan Chau Marina, this is the end of the program. We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey.
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