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Hoai River Premium Boat Ride and Floating Lantern in Hoi An

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Activity provider: Vietnam Awaits
Hoai River Premium Boat Ride and Floating Lantern in Hoi An
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0.3333333333333333-hour tour in Hoi An, taking in River boat and Hoai river boat. Run by Vietnam Awaits, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • River boat
  • Hoai river boat
  • Runs 20 minutes
  • Boat ride on Hoai River (max. 9 people)
  • Lantern Release (one lantern per person)

Hoai River Premium Boat Ride and Floating Lantern in Hoi An: Key Facts

PriceFrom $10.28 per person
Duration20 minutes
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 20-minute experience from Hoi An, built around River boat and Hoai river boat. It is run by Vietnam Awaits, 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 Boat ride on Hoai River and Lantern Release. It does not cover Food and drinks, Hotel pick up and drop off, Transport and Other personal expenses, 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.

Hoi An flower boat . Thuyền hoa đăng Hội An. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Vietnam Awaits 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

Hoi An flower boat . Thuyền hoa đăng Hội An

River boat

(20 minutes)

Hoai river boat

Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Self-guided tour

Arrive back at

Hoi An flower boat . Thuyền hoa đăng Hội An

Detailed Itinerary

Starting location: Hoi An flower boat . Thuyền hoa đăng Hội An

River boat: (20 minutes)

Hoai river boat: Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Self-guided tour

Arrive back at: Hoi An flower boat . Thuyền hoa đăng Hội An

Includes

  • Boat ride on Hoai River (max. 9 people)
  • Lantern Release (one lantern per person)

Excludes

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Transport
  • Other personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Insurance
  • Admission to Hoi An Ancient Town

Important information

Meeting point

Hoi An flower boat . Thuyền hoa đăng Hội An

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 20 minutes
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $10.28
$10.28
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
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

Traveler Reviews

4.3/5
based on 10 reviews
Guide
4.3/5
Value for money
4.3/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
5
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Traveller
August 20, 2026

Nice experience, everything went smoothly.

3
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Alessandra
August 14, 2026

L'esperienza è carina, il problema è l'organizzazione del punto di ritrovo: una quantità infinita di agenzie diverse che offrono tutte la stessa esperienza e che hanno tutte lo stesso identico indirizzo come riferimento, con nessuna indicazione rispetto a quale sia quella acquistata. Siamo riusciti a salire a bordo della barca solo grazie alla infinita gentilezza di persone del posto che, pur non essendo interessate dalla nostra prenotazione, si sono preoccupate di fare una serie di telefonate tra di loro fino a che non ci hanno fatti raggiungere dalla responsabile del servizio da noi acquista

2
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Traveller
August 14, 2026

Abbiamo pagato per una crociera premium ma abbiamo comunque dovuto attendere , la barca non era di quelle tradizionali e non è passata nel tratto più carino sotto il ponte . Meglio arrivare sul posto e concordare direttamente lì

4
T
Traveller
August 10, 2026

Activité agréable, capitaine très sympas. un peu rapide, c'est à la chaîne

5
A
Audrey
August 8, 2026

Super une belle expérience à faire

5
J
Javier
August 8, 2026

actividad recomendable. el capután del bote, un espectaculo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hoi An flower boat . Thuyền hoa đăng Hội An
The price does not cover food and drinks, hotel pick up and drop off, transport and other personal expenses. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
The Hoi An old town ticket (a small fee that covers five heritage houses or halls) is included when the listing says so; otherwise it is bought at the entrance and the guide explains which houses to use it on. The old town is closed to motorbikes for most of the day, and My Son is best at opening time before the tour buses.
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.
Boat ride on Hoai River (max. 9 people), Lantern Release (one lantern per person)
The duration of the Hoai River Premium Boat Ride and Floating Lantern in Hoi An is typically 20 minutes. 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.
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