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Guided Evening Food Tour w/ Lantern and River Boat in Hoi An

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Activity provider: VM Travel
Guided Evening Food Tour w/ Lantern and River Boat in Hoi An
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half-day tour in Hoi An, taking in Hoi An Market, Hoi An Ancient Town and Hoi An Night Market. Run by VM Travel, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Hoi An Market
  • Hoi An Ancient Town
  • Hoi An Night Market
  • Runs 4 hours
  • English-speaking guide
  • All food at every stop (seven dishes in total)

Guided Evening Food Tour w/ Lantern and River Boat in Hoi An: Key Facts

PriceFrom $33.9 per person
Duration4 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 4-hour experience in Hoi An, built around Hoi An Market, Hoi An Ancient Town and Hoi An Night Market. It is run by VM Travel, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers guide, All food at every stop, Paper lantern per person on the river, Wooden boat ride on the Hoai River and Bottled water. It does not cover Hoi An Old Town entrance fee, Alcoholic drinks, Pickup and drop off service and Tips and gratuities, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Starbucks Trần Hưng Đạo Hội An. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with VM Travel before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting location

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Hoi An Market

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Sunset (1 hour)

Hoi An Ancient Town

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Sunset, Pass by (1 hour)

Hoi An Night Market

Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping (1 hour)

Detailed Itinerary

Starting location: Starbucks Trần Hưng Đạo Hội An

Hoi An Market: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Sunset (1 hour)

Hoi An Ancient Town: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Sunset, Pass by (1 hour)

Hoi An Night Market: Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping (1 hour)

Includes

  • English-speaking guide
  • All food at every stop (seven dishes in total)
  • Paper lantern per person on the river
  • Wooden boat ride on the Hoai River
  • Bottled water

Excludes

  • Hoi An Old Town entrance fee ($6USD/pax)
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Pickup and drop off service
  • Tips and gratuities

Important information

Meeting point

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Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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$33.9
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Free cancellation
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Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

5/5
based on 16 reviews
Guide
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Evan
September 9, 2026

We had a great time with Diem taking us around to eat some local foods, take a boat tour, and walking the streets of old town in Hoi An. We were very full by the end! Diem was great at explaining the history of Hoi An and took us to places we wouldn't have gone to. Thank you Diem for a great night!

5
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Line
September 3, 2026

the guide Hai was so nice and very knowledgeable, I would highly recommend her

5
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Samantha
September 2, 2026

Duong was a great guide! Great knowledge of Hoi An and we loved her food spots and cheeky stories 10/10

5
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Ulli
August 31, 2026

I very much enjoyed my tour with Diem. A bit hesitant at first because it was only me on the tour and I‘m not one for talking all the time. I shouldn’t have worried. Diem was fun, easy to talk to, very knowledgeable. She took me to many beautiful places and the food was amazing. Highly recommend this tour. Thanks heaps Diem.

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Nicole
August 17, 2026

We had Hi as our guide and really enjoyed our experience. She was very knowledgeable about the food we ate and we shared many laughs together. I would highly recommend this guided tour but come with an empty stomach! There’s so much food to get through.

5
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Melissa
August 13, 2026

I enjoyed Hai's company. she is a lovely person and informative tour guide. the food was great but it was too much for us to eat. The boat and lantern was a lovely way to finish. We were happy and very full. Thank you Hai

5
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Jason
August 11, 2026

great guide. lots a variety. very interesting insight into local culture compared to other parts of Vietnam.

5
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Heather
July 28, 2026

Hai was lovely. It was just me on the tour so it was a little awkward at first, but Hai was very kind and by the end we were comfortable. She even offered advice on other sightseeing things I should do and told me how much I should expect to pay (bargain). It was a mix of popular and quiet places, but they were all local approved. I don’t eat shrimp, so Hai adjusted the tour for me and even brought me to a bonus dessert place! Thank you, Hai!

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Natalie
July 23, 2026

Diem was our guide. It was actually just my husband and I on the tour. She was wonderful! Gave us a great tour and food tasting. All the foods were in very Authentic Vietnamese places. She also told us a lot about the history of Hoi An And Vietnam in general. The lantern boat ride was magical and that whole area around the water was amazing!! Highly recommend the tour and Diem as well. Such a lovely person!

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Eimear
July 21, 2026

We had a really great night with our tour guide Hai, she really made the experience. She was so friendly and easy to talk to. It was great going to authentic Vietnamese restaurants. Thanks Hai!

5
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Marie
July 19, 2026

We had such a great time on this food tour in Hoi An. The food was fantastic, but what really made the experience special was our guide, Hai. She was incredibly warm, friendly and genuinely cared about making sure everyone had a great time. It never felt like we were being rushed through a standard tour—it felt personal, with lots of interesting stories, local insights and thoughtful touches along the way. If you’re looking for an authentic and enjoyable way to experience Hoi An’s food scene, I can’t recommend this tour highly enough. Thanks again, Hai, for making it such a memorable evening!

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Terry
July 5, 2026

This is a great tour. Our guide Diem was fantastic, she was knowledgeable about HoiAn and its history, brought us to the best spots to eat and best of all she made the night so much fun! I highly recommend this tour, It's great value for money. Loved it!

Frequently Asked Questions

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The price does not cover hoi an old town entrance fee ($6usd/pax), alcoholic drinks, pickup and drop off service and tips and gratuities. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Overnight cruises sleep on board; day cruises do not. Cabins on the boats we book are private with an ensuite bathroom, and the grade of boat is stated in the option you choose rather than left vague. Bay conditions occasionally force an itinerary change, which the operator decides on the morning and is not something we can promise around.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
English-speaking guide, All food at every stop (seven dishes in total), Paper lantern per person on the river, Wooden boat ride on the Hoai River, Bottled water
The duration of the Guided Evening Food Tour w/ Lantern and River Boat in Hoi An is typically 4 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$33.9