Saigon Evening Tour: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3h 30min
- Price from
- $99 / person
- Location
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Mekong Tourist
Description
Experience the charm of Saigon after dark with an unforgettable evening that combines Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage and the city's dazzling riverside scenery. Designed as a **Premier Small Group Tour** (maximum 12 guests), this experience begins with a captivating Water Puppet Show—an ancient Vietnamese art form featuring colorful puppets, live traditional music, and stories from rural life. After the performance, board a stylish dinner cruise on the Saigon River and savor a delicious Vietnamese dinner as you glide past the city's illuminated skyline. Relax on the water while taking in breathtaking nighttime views of Ho Chi Minh City’s iconic landmarks. Blending culture, cuisine, and scenic beauty, this tour is the perfect way to enjoy an elegant and authentic evening in Saigon.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 6:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 9–90)
- $99
- Child (ages 4–8)
- $89
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Ho Chi Minh City
18:00: Pick-up at District 1 hotels → Transfer to the Water Puppet Theater. 18:30 – 19:15: Enjoy the Water Puppet Show with live traditional music. 19:15 – 19:30: Transfer to the harbor for the dinner cruise. 19:30 – 21:30: Board the dinner cruise and enjoy: Vietnamese dinner (set menu or buffet depending on the day) Live music onboard Scenic cruising: Khanh Hoi → Nha Rong Wharf → Bach Dang → Ba Son Bridge → Thu Thiem → Landmark 81 → Return 21:30: Drop-off at hotel or meeting point. End of services.
What's included
Included
Dinner on a Saigon River cruise (buffet or set menu depending day)
Water Puppet Show ticket
Air-conditioned minivan Pick-up & drop-off in District 1
English-speaking guide
Not included
Personal expenses & Beverages
Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up at hotels located in district 1 in Ho Chi Minh city center
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
10 reviews
How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City
- Rated higher than 75% of 682 reviewed tours in Ho Chi Minh City
Excurgo comparison of 2,914 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Saigon Evening Tour: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise take?
Saigon Evening Tour: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Saigon Evening Tour: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this Ho Chi Minh City 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.
What days does Saigon Evening Tour: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 PM.
How much does Saigon Evening Tour: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 4–8 pay from $89, adults from $99.
Can I cancel Saigon Evening Tour: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up at hotels located in district 1 in Ho Chi Minh city center Pickup points include Roseland Point Hotel, Cap Town Hotel.
What languages is Saigon Evening Tour: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Saigon Evening Tour: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Mekong Tourist.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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