




Cruising along the Thu Bon River and releasing a Chinese lantern has become a classic Hoi An experience. Avoid missing out by booking ahead, and securing your place on a private lantern cruise, for a maximum group of 12 people. You’ll cruise past the riverside sights of Hoi An’s lively old town, and release a lotus lantern on the river as you wish for good fortune. - Enjoy a short Hoi An cruise that’s a perfect pre-dinner activity. - Stop at the Moon Bridge before releasing your lantern on the river. - Have peace of mind for your safety with use of provided lifejackets. - Relax in a boat with just your sole group of family and friends
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:17 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.
We go under Cam Nam Bridge to over view life of Hoi An town from the river.
From the cruise we view Hoi An market with colorful life and culture.
We stop our cruise on Thu Bon river for Lantern light up at the Moon Bridge nearby Hoi An Memory Show.
Take a boat ride along Thu Bon river for day time trip to explore the local fishing life.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Romantic Lantern Cruise Sunset/Night on Thu Bon River lasts about 40 min–45 min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $16 per person for this Hoi An experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 11 departures a day between 4:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
Children aged 4–6 pay from $12, adults from $16.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Please be at our place: 72. Bach Dang street (Met Vietnamese Restaurant) for 10 minutes before departure. Our team with holding the board with your name to welcome you. End: This activity ends back at the meeting point. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Bich Hoa Travel.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Romantic Lantern Cruise Sunset/Night on Thu Bon River | 40 min–45 min | 5.0 (2) | $16 | |
Hoi An Private Lantern Cruise(Boat) by Romantic Sunset/Night | 40 min–45 min | 4.7 (45) | $17 | View |
Hoi An Private Lantern Cruise on the Thu Bon River | 1 hour | — | $13 | View |
Hoi An Walking Tour & Sunset Boat Cruise on Thu Bon River ( Private Tour ) | 4–5 hours | 5.0 (1) | $81 | View |
Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience | 4 hours | 4.6 (52) | $69 | View |
Experience Romantic Sunset Dinner Cruise in Hoi An | 2 hours | 5.0 (3) | $69 | View |
Explore Private Thu Bon River Sunset and BBQ Tour | 4 hours | — | $330 | View |