Launched in late October 2018, Peony cruise promises to be the top choice for travelers who wish to visit Halong Bay. Belonging to the same company as Orchid and Azalea Cruise, Peony promises to be a top popular cruise of late 2018.
Day 1: Hanoi - Hai Phong - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay (L /D)
09h30: 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 Peozny Cruise’s lounge by warm welcome. 12h30: Transfer by tender to the Peony Cruise. 13h00: We welcome our guests onboard the Peony Cruise and 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. 13h15:Peony 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 area where is belong to Cat Ba National Park 15h30: Explore the bay in the area where Ao Ech is situated. You enjoy on your own for kayaking at Ao Ech area to discover the hidden charm of Lan Ha Bay with its quieter. 16h30: Peony Cruise gets in the less populated area at Tra Bau where is located in Lan Ha Bay. You will enjoy the green emerald and cool water by swimming. 17h30: Returning Peony 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: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B / L)
06h15: 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 the breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out to explore the bay. 07h45: 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.
09h45:Peony Cruise welcomes you back on board and it is time for fixing the bill and checking out 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! 12h00: 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. 14h30: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.
Departing from the Got Ferry in Cat Hai Town in Hai Phong city, Peony Cruises designs jam-packed itineraries while cruising along the Ha Long - Lan Ha Bay. Guests can enjoy their stay in an air-conditioned cabins with free WiFi access. The cruises also has a spa, an on-site restaurant and bar. Featuring modern design, all units are fitted with a satellite flat-screen TV, mini-bar, and an electric kettle. Some units come with a seating area and/or private balcony. Each unit has a bathroom with shower facility. Added amenities include bathrobes and slippers. Transfer between Ha Noi and Ha Long Bay, which takes 2 hours in a shared luxury minivan, can be arranged upon request at an additional fee. Buffet breakfast is available every morning. This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Ha Long! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area
Route in brief
Equipment
Health & Wellness Facilities Full-body massage Hand massage Head massage Couples' massage Foot massage Neck massage Back massage Spa/Wellness packages Spa lounge/Relaxation area Spa facilities Beach chairs/Loungers Pool/Beach towels Hot tub/Jacuzzi Massage Additional charge Spa Additional charge
Front Desk Services Private check-in/out Concierge Baggage storage Currency exchange Express check-in/out 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services Kids' TV channels Board games/Puzzles
General Shuttle service Shared lounge/TV area Shuttle service (additional charge) Shuttle service (free) Air conditioning Heating Safe Family rooms Facilities for disabled guests Non-smoking rooms
Booking conditions
Price include
VAT
English speaking tour guide on boat
All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries (02 lunches, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast)
Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Swimming (if the weather permits), Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment, satellite TV
Sightseeing entrance fees
Luxury cabin with A/C
Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, fresh flower and fresh fruits basket, two bottle of mineral water in each cabin
Price exclude
Airfare, visa arrangements
Beauty Spa Services & Massage
Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses
Surcharge for Xmas, New Year’s day & Lunar New Year’s day
All other services not clearly mentioned above
Conditions for children
We usually grant a 50% discount on the price of a trip for a child under 8, provided that he/she is accompanied by at least two adults at full price and that he or she stays in the same room. sharing the bed with his parents. Any extra bed is chargeable.
Cancellation conditions
In case of cancellation of the trip, any cancellation must be confirmed by letter, email or fax. The customer must pay a cancellation fee that corresponds to:
At 0% of the total price of the trip, if the cancellation reaches Galatourist in a period equal to or greater than 30 days before the beginning of the trip;
To 20% of the total price of the trip, if the cancellation reaches Galatourist from 15 days to 30 days before the start of the trip;
To 50% of the total price of the trip, if the cancellation reaches Galatourist from 06 days to 15 days before the start of the trip.
80% of the total price of the trip, if the cancellation reaches Galatourist from 03 day to 06 days before the start of the trip.
100% of the total price of the trip, if the cancellation reaches Galatourist less than 03 days before the start of the trip.
ONLY WITH US : 100 % MONEY BACK GUARANTEE within 10 days from the date of booking if not satisfied.
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