Private Tour
Hoi An City Tour–Boat Ride–Release Flower Lantern on river
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
- Pick up from your hotel.
- Firstly, you’ll visit Hoi An Market which is always bustling. It offers an unmissable shopping experience. This market is full of sights, colors, sounds and smells.
- Then, our tour guide will buy entrance tickets (included in the price), Visit Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House - That have withstood 200 years of weather and war.
- Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water.
- Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.
- Enjoy your time with the boat ride and drop flower lanterns to pray for good luck for you and your family.You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of the lantern street.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
English speaking guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance tickets
Dinner at local restaurant
Personal Expense
Travel Insurance
Tips for guide and driver
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Hoi An Ancient Town
15:00- Our guide will meet you at our hotel in Hoi An center and start the Hoi An City Tour. - Firstly, you’ll visit Hoi An Market which is always bustling. Then, our tour guide will buy entrance tickets (included in the price) and start walking to the Hoi An Old Town- Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees making offering. - You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Enjoy your time with the boat ride and drop flower lanterns to pray for good luck for you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of the lantern street.
Options
Group Sharing Tour
Hoi An city and boat ride
Duration: 5 hours
Dinner
Electric car and boat
Pickup included
Private tour
Hoi An city tour : Visit the old city and take the boat rider on Thu Bon river to releave the flowers lanterns to the river
Duration: 4 hours
Light dinner
car
Pickup included
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Trip, Excellant Service
John M,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00This Hoi An City Tour with a boat ride and flower lantern release was a fantastic way to discover the heart of Hoi An! The tour started with convenient hotel pick-up, and our guide set the tone with enthusiasm and local insights. The Hoi An Market was a vibrant kickoff—bursting with colors, sounds, and smells that captured the town’s lively spirit. Exploring historical sites like the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall and Tan Ky Ancient House was a highlight; these 200-year-old gems offered a fascinating glimpse into Hoi An’s past. The 400-year-old Japanese Bridge was another standout, with its unique history adding depth to the visit. We also visited local handicraft shops and wandered charming laneways, which showcased Hoi An’s artisanal culture and hidden corners. The boat ride on the river was serene, and releasing flower lanterns to pray for good luck felt truly magical as they glowed on the water. Overall, this tour packs Hoi An’s cultural highlights into a well-organized half-day adventure. Perfect for first-time visitors wanting a mix of history, charm, and a memorable lantern experience. Highly recommend!
Had an amazing time...
William B,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Had an amazing time highly recommended this trip to anyone. The guide was excellent 👏Was a beautiful day for the trip
Magical evening!
Caroline M,
Mar 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour is a brilliant way to get to know Hoi An old town and find your barings. We got to ride a golf buggy from our hotel to the old town which was fun and then Sue led us around all the main sights of the town. We started at the Chinese Hall which was absolutely stunning particularly at sunset! She made sure we got a chance to look around it before it closed but I would have liked a little longer to soak it in as it was so lovely. Then we went to the museum to learn about how they used to make silk and calligraphy and Sue talked to us about Hoi Ans history and how the town has developed which was fascinating. Then we got our first glimpse of the old town itself all lit up and it was incredible! Sue led us through the crowds to the Japanese Bridge and got some lovely photos of us and again talked us through its construction and history which was very interesting. Then she managed to find a nice short queue for the lantern boat ride and gave us the candles so we could could make a wish and being out on river with all the lights and lanterns was just incredible. After that we had dinner at a local restaurant and she recommended several dishes to try all of which were delicious and we got to chat with her and learn more about life in Hoi An. It was an absolutely brilliant evening and the time flew by. Its worth noting that there isn't any time during the tour itself to shop but if you wanted to you could stay in the market after the tour to shop, but we would thoroughly recommend Sue and this tour as a way to learn more about the history of Hoi An old town so you can appreciate all the things you will see there!
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