Hoi An Lantern Boat By Night

5.0 (10 reviews) Hoi An, Vietnam
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Duration1m - 20m
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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Experience the beauty of Hoi An Ancient Town at night along the Hoai/Thu Bon River with your thoughtfully prepared service. The tour price includes a 15–20 minute boat ride on a traditional wooden boat, fully equipped with safety life jackets.

As a special highlight, each guest will receive complimentary handcrafted paper lanterns with candles to light, release onto the water, and make wishes for peace and good fortune. All boat and lantern fees are fully included with a strict commitment to no hidden costs during the journey

Options

Sunset Boat Tour

Lantern Floating Experience: "Includes 1 traditional flower lantern per guest to release onto the Hoai River for good luck and wishes."
Duration: 30 minutes
Hoi An Hoai River Boat Route: Scenic 30-minute Hoi An boat tour along the Hoai River, passing under historic bridges and historic yellow shophouses, ending

Hoi An Lantern Boat By Night

Lantern Releasing & Hoai River: As night falls, embark on a peaceful evening boat ride along the iconic Hoai River to admire Hoi An Ancient Town illuminated
Hoi An Hoai River Sightseeing : Glide gently along the picturesque Hoai River, passing under historic bridges and historic mustard-yellow shophouses. Admire

What's included

  • Water lantern
  • Great Hoi An Lantern Boat

What to expect

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    Lantern Release & Hoi An Ancient Town Sightseeing on Thu Bon River

    Step aboard a traditional wooden boat and immerse yourself in the serene, romantic charm of Hoi An Ancient Town at night. The journey takes you gently along the Hoai River (a branch of the Thu Bon River), offering views of time-honored yellow-walled heritage houses and hundreds of colorful lanterns reflecting on the water.

    A highlight of the experience is hand-releasing delicate paper lanterns onto the river, carrying your wishes for peace and good fortune. This is an essential Hoi An experience, perfect for taking beautiful, memorable photos of your evening in the ancient town.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

"We will meet at 17 Bach Dang Street, Hoi An. Your guide will be waiting for you, wearing a green shirt with our company logo."

End point

"We will meet at 17 Bach Dang Street, Hoi An. Your guide will be waiting for you, wearing a green shirt with our company logo."

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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