The Hoi An Golden Hour & Riverside Romance Dinner Sunset Cruise Tour
For a romantic evening on the water, Hoi An Explorer Cruises offers a popular traditional wooden-boat experience along the Hoai and Thu Bon rivers in Hoi An, Vietnam. Reviewers highlight the intimate atmosphere and scenic views as the sun goes down.
For further inquiries regarding Hoi An Explorer Travel, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Tina at 0916.52.8884
- The Experience: A leisurely 2-hour sunset cruise starting around 5:00 PM, featuring background music, private tables with waterfront views, and an outdoor observation deck.
- Dining: Includes a welcome, pre-dinner finger foods, and a multi-course Vietnamese set menu highlighting local fresh seafood and produce.
- Special Touches: Guests are allowed to make a wish by releasing traditional floating candle lanterns into the river as night falls over the lantern-lit town.
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| PACKAGE TOUR PRICES | ||
| Tour price per person | ||
| Adult | Children | BOOK TOUR |
45$ |
34$ | |
| Hoi An Sunset Cruise River Wooden Boat | |
| Group | Price/1 Pax |
| 01 - 05 pax | 60 USD |
| 05 - 10 pax | 45 USD |
| Up to 10 pax | 35 USD |
- Time: 18:00 – 20:00
- Location: Thu Bon River, Hoi An
- Special experience: Private birthday party, traditional wooden boat, lantern release, Vietnamese cuisine
Group guests, please contact 0916.52.8884 for further advice.
| Hoi An Sunset River Cruise & Romantic Dinner Itinerary | |
| Introduction & Description | |
| 16:45 |
Welcome Aboard Guests arrive at the designated pier (Huyen Tran Cong Chua street area). The captain and crew will greet you with a welcome drink and escort you to your pre-set private table on the deck. |
| 17:00 |
Setting Sail The wooden boat glides away from the pier as the afternoon heat begins to cool. Pre-dinner finger foods, such as crispy local fried wontons, are served. |
| 17:15 |
Sunset on the Thu Bồn River Cruising toward the tranquil countryside waterways. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the sun sinking below the riverbanks, local fishing boats heading home, and peaceful riverside life. |
| 17:30 |
Multi-Course Dinner A freshly prepared, multi-course Vietnamese set menu or BBQ seafood platter is served tableside to the accompaniment of soft background music. |
| 18:00 |
The Lantern Wish Tradition As twilight deepens and the vessel turns back toward the town, guests receive traditional paper lanterns to light, make a wish, and gently release into the river. |
| 19:00 |
Return & Disembarkation The boat docks back at the pier against the backdrop of the glowing Hoi An Ancient Town shoreline, concluding the experience. |
Signature Dining Menu (Set Menu for 2)
Welcome & Starter
- Signature welcome drink or a glass of wine.
- Hoi An Fresh Spring Rolls with prawns, pork, and herbs.
Main Courses (Served on deck)
- Char-grilled Tiger Prawns with a lemon-pepper and sweet chili dip.
- BBQ Ocean Fish Fillet wrapped and grilled in banana leaves with lemongrass and garlic.
- Stir-fried local seasonal greens with garlic and shallots.
- Hoi An traditional break
(Vegetarian/Vegan alternatives available upon advance request: Tofu clay pot, stir-fried mushrooms, and veggie spring rolls).
Dessert & Refreshments
- Traditional Hoi An Cake (green bean, coconut, or cinnamon pastry).
- Platter of fresh seasonal tropical fruits (mango, dragon fruit, watermelon...).
Tour Including
- Free pick-up at Hoi An hotel
- 2-hour traditional wooden boat cruise.
- Dedicated private table setup with soft floral accents.
- Welcome drink and multi-course set dinner.
- Floating candle lanterns for the water ritual.
- Hostess service.
- Water (1 bottle, 0.5 L)/person/day.
Tour Excluding
- Other personal expenses
- Hotel transfers (available as an optional add-on).
- Extra alcoholic beverages or bottles of wine outside the standard package (available via the onboard menu).
- Gratuities and tips.
Tour price for children
- Under 1 year old: Free of charge
- From 2 - 5 years old: 50% of adults
- From 5 - 9 years old: 80% of adults
- 9 years old and up: The same as adults
What should you bring?
- Camera with a fully charged battery
- Short
- T-Shirt
What should not be brought?
- Credits card
- Valued belongings
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