




This tour blends heritage and modern leisure: a captivating water puppet performance steeped in tradition, and a relaxing river cruise where dinner and entertainment unfold against the sparkling backdrop of Ho Chi Minh City. Perfect for all ages, the tour combines the fun of a colorful water puppet show with the enjoyment of a dinner cruise, offering delicious food, music, and city sights in one easy package.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 26.
Hotel Pick-Up: At the scheduled departure time, our driver will collect you from your hotel. Pick-up is available for guests staying in Districts 1, 3, 4, and 5. For other locations, please inform us in advance before the trip.
Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater (District 1) Location: 55B Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, inside the City Labour Cultural House, Tao Dan Park. Show times: 18:30 & 20:30 daily Duration: ~50 minutes The show is called Múa rối nước (water puppetry), a traditional Vietnamese folk art that dates back many centuries. The show is accompanied by a live traditional Vietnamese orchestra & singers. Instruments include drums, wooden bells, cymbals, bamboo flutes, etc. They also provide sound effects. Finish the show, transfer to the Saigon Cruise port for the Cozy Dinner
Boarding & Welcome Guests arrive at Nha Rong Port around 6:30 PM. Staff greet you at the pier and guide you on board. You can take photos of the ship and Saigon River views before departure.
Departure & Dinner The cruise sets sail at 7:45 PM, gliding along the Saigon River. Dinner is served depending on your booking: buffet with a wide selection of Vietnamese and international dishes, or a set menu with curated courses. Drinks are available at the bar (extra charge). Entertainment & Atmosphere Live music is performed on board (traditional Vietnamese instruments and international songs). Cultural dance shows and sometimes folk singing are included, creating a festive atmosphere. The riverbank scenery lights up at night — you’ll see iconic spots such as Landmark 81, Thu Thiem Bridge, and the skyline of Ho Chi Minh City.
Closing & Drop off Around 9:15 PM, the cruise returns to Nha Rong Port. Guests disembark after a relaxing evening of dining, entertainment, and sightseeing. Drop off at your hotel. End of service.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Night Activity: Traditional Water Puppet Show & Dinner on Cruise lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $39 per person for this Ho Chi Minh City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:30 PM and 6:00 PM.
Children aged 3–9 pay from $35, adults from $39.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 3.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Wanderlust Travel.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Night Activity: Traditional Water Puppet Show & Dinner on Cruise | 5–6 hours | 3.0 (1) | $39 | |
Ho Chi Minh City by Night with Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise | 4 hours | 4.8 (65) | $82 | View |
Water Puppet Show/ Foot Massage - Dinner Cruise Saigon Night Private Tour | 5–6 hours | 5.0 (32) | $80 | View |
Saigon Evening: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise Experience | 4 hours | 4.7 (39) | $72 | View |
Saigon Cultural Night Water Puppet Show and Luxury Dinner Cruise | 4 hours | — | $160 | View |
HCM City by Night: Dinner Cruise, Cyclo & Water Puppet Show | 4h 30min | 4.0 (25) | $42 | View |
Ho Chi Minh City Evening with Water Puppets and Dinner Cruise | 3h 45min | 4.8 (29) | $69 | View |