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Hoi An Private Lantern Cruise by Romantic Sunset/Night (Hoi An)

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Activity provider: Funtastic Basket Boat Tours and Cooking Class
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0.75-hour tour in Hoi An, including Private lantern cruise for 40-45 minutes sailing and Private captain also your photographer help you take. Run by Funtastic Basket Boat Tours and Cooking Class, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 45 minutes
  • Private lantern cruise for 40-45 minutes sailing
  • Private captain also your photographer help you take great photoes and videos
  • Release lotus lantern on the river
  • See Hoi An central Market, Moon Bridge, Memory Land...from cruise
  • Mineral water on the cruise

Hoi An Private Lantern Cruise by Romantic Sunset/Night (Hoi An): Key Facts

PriceFrom $18.25 per person
Duration45 minutes
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 45-minute experience in Hoi An. It is run by Funtastic Basket Boat Tours and Cooking Class, 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 Private lantern cruise for 40-45 minutes sailing, Private captain also your photographer help you take great, Release lotus lantern on the river, See Hoi An central Market, Moon Bridge, Memory Land...from and Mineral water on the cruise. It does not cover Pick up or drop off, Travel insurance or Tip and Personal expense, 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.

Funtastic Basket Boat Tours and Cooking Class sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Funtastic Basket Boat Tours and Cooking Class before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • Private lantern cruise for 40-45 minutes sailing.
  • Private captain also your photographer help you take great photoes and videos.
  • Release lotus lantern on the river.
  • See Hoi An central Market, Moon Bridge, Memory Land...from cruise.
  • Mineral water on the cruise.
  • Life jacket.
  • Pier parking fees.
  • Tax and fees.
  • Cruise insurance.

Excludes

  • Pick up or drop off.
  • Travel insurance or Tip.
  • Personal expense.

Important information

Meeting point

Funtastic Basket Boat Tours and Cooking Class sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

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 45 minutes
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $18.25
$18.25
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

4.8/5
based on 13 reviews
Guide
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Chris
June 13, 2026

It was very well organized and clear instructions on meeting point etc were given in advance. The boat was large and comfortable and the captain was excellent and took photos and was not intrusive at all. It’s great value for a 45’ private ride and very pretty at night. I thoroughly recommend it.

5
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Jamie
January 1, 2026

This was a great boat trip Dow the river. We were the only 2 on the boat. Our captain was very attentive and tested us like VIP. Highly recommend it.

5
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Helen
August 2, 2025

We loved our trip from start to finish. Our captain was fabulous. A perfect way to end our holiday.

5
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Els
July 29, 2026

Het was een super lieve gids. We waren te laat omdat mijn telefoon was uitgevallen en de opstapplaats daarom niet konden vinden. Hij heeft echter geduldig op ons gewacht en ons toch nog een heel leuke tour bezorgt: zelfs met foto stops en we mochten lantaarns te water laten. Een echte aanrader om met deze gids mee te gaan!

5
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marion
March 26, 2025

super, très gentil monsieur, un service parfait. ils prennent des photos de nous sans qu'on leur demande et nous aide à nous positionner pour avoir un meilleur rendu. non rien à redire

5
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Traveller
September 5, 2024

Highly Recommended 💓 It is beyond our expectations because we had a wonderful private and relaxing experience by romantic on the lantern cruise riding for 45 minutes,passing many highlights of Hoi An town. You should try it when you are in the town because it is worth for any pennies that you spent. The captain is so nice and friendly with safe riding and well take care of us. Overall,we are so happy with this trip in Hoi An.

5
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Traveller
September 5, 2024

What a wonderful private cruise trip. It is so pleasant and relaxing on the private lantern cruise. It takes us to visit many highlights of Hoi An town from the cruise like Hoi An Market,Moon Bridge, Memory Lands... We chill out our memorial time by different ways.We stop at the middle of the river and release lotus lanterns for our wish. I before took boat tour but it was sharing boat not private cruise like this time. Our Captain is great with taking many photos for us and riding very safe for 45 minutes. Highly Recommend 💓

5
T
Traveller
September 2, 2024

Wonderful experience 💞. Not like small boat with sharing people on boat for 15 minutes. This is private lantern Cruise for 45 minutes riding to see all highlights of the town from the cruise. We had a wonderful trip.It is private and relaxing with chilling memory. Highly recommend 💞

Frequently Asked Questions

Funtastic Basket Boat Tours and Cooking Class sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover pick up or drop off., travel insurance or tip. and personal expense.. 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.
Private lantern cruise for 40-45 minutes sailing., Private captain also your photographer help you take great photoes and videos., Release lotus lantern on the river., See Hoi An central Market, Moon Bridge, Memory Land...from cruise., Mineral water on the cruise., Life jacket., Pier parking fees., Tax and fees., Cruise insurance.
The duration of the Hoi An Private Lantern Cruise by Romantic Sunset/Night (Hoi An) is typically 45 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.
Starting from$18.25