Water Puppet Show-Cyclo & Dinner On Cruise in Ho Chi Minh City

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Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

If you ever find yourself in Ho Chi Minh, catch the Water Puppet Theater. Water Puppets are puppets that dance freely on the water and are firmly rooted in Vietnamese folklore. This traditional Vietnamese water puppet show is enjoyable for both kids and adults.

Highlights:

- Enjoy the Vietnamese Water Puppet Theater

- Explore famous destinations and interact with friendly residents on a Cyclo (three-wheel bicycle)

- Have dinner on a scenic cruise along the Saigon River

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Water puppet show ticket

English speaking guide

Dinner on cruise

Car & Xichlo cycle

pick up and transfer

Drinks

Personal expenses

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

1

Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater

Hey there! At 5:30 PM, your friendly tour guide will swing by your hotel to take you on a fun Cyclo ride through the city. You'll experience the traditional Vietnamese three-wheel bicycle and soak in the local way of life. After the ride, we'll head to the Water Puppet Theater, where you can catch a fantastic puppet show on the water with modern music and traditional instruments. You'll learn all about Vietnamese rural folklore and superstitions and maybe even be surprised by some amusing twists in the stories. It's going to be a blast!

2 hours • Admission Included
2

Bến Bạch Dằng

At 7:30 PM, we'll hop on a riverboat and enjoy a lovely dinner while cruising along the picturesque Saigon River. At night, we'll take in the beautiful sight of Saigon's skyline and listen to enchanting ancient folk melodies, transporting us back in time. The tour will wrap up at 9:30 PM, and our friendly tour guide will drop you off at your hotel.

2 hours • Admission Included

Options

Puppet Show and Dinner

Traditional art and Dinner
Shared Group Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Set menu dinner
Puppet Show and Dinner
Minivan and Xichlo Cycle
Pickup included

Reviews

4.52

23 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Memorable tour!

    louella w,

    Mar 31, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Nhu was an amazing tourist guide. Highly recommended. Food at the cruise was super. Enjoyed the whole tour.

  • An Immersive Evening of Culture and Scenery in Ho Chi Minh City

    Michael C,

    Dec 25, 2024

    - Viator

    4.00

    The experience began with a cyclo ride starting right at my hotel, which was incredibly convenient. Riding through the lively streets at a calm pace was a unique way to take in the city. We passed by cultural landmarks as motorcycles and city traffic zipped around us, making the ride feel exciting yet safe and tranquil. Next, we enjoyed the water puppet show, which was truly a cultural highlight. The musicians were excellent, providing a live soundtrack that elevated the experience. Despite the language barrier, the puppets conveyed universal stories that were both entertaining and educational. We learned about fishing, saw playful dragons, pesky cats, beautiful birds, and even a thrilling boat race. The performance was engaging and beautifully set to traditional live music performed exceptionally well. The evening ended with a dinner cruise along the Saigon River. While the food was mediocre at best—not hot and with drinks costing extra—the views and overall experience of being on the river more than made up for it. Watching the illuminated skyline from the boat was peaceful and memorable, making it a wonderful way to wind down the evening. Overall, the combination of history, culture, and scenic relaxation made for a well-rounded and enjoyable experience. Though there was some room for improvement, I’d still highly recommend it for anyone visiting Ho Chi Minh City!

  • Cyclo & dinner great

    Debbie R,

    Dec 5, 2024

    - Viator

    3.00

    Show was interesting but not really our cup of tea but really enjoyed the cyclo ride even thought it was raining & the dinner cruise on the Saigon river was great.

  • Good experience

    Eira S,

    Apr 20, 2023

    - Viator

    5.00

    The puppet show was entertaining and the cruise and the food on the cruise was nice.The show was full house and even the cruise was full but the staff there was attentive .

  • Water puppets and more!

    Janet J,

    Apr 3, 2023

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had a delightful evening out in Saigon, starting with a Cyclo ride through the unbelievable traffic to the puppet theatre. The show was truly amazing—just how do those puppeteers do it? It’s like magic with leaping fish, fire breathing dragons, dancing courtiers and, of course the high jinx of characters swimming and fishing. “Castle” and driver then transported us to our cruise, complete with7 course dinner and the lights of Saigon. On the way back to the hotel the sightseeing continued. “Castle” shared info about architecture and different areas of the city. Well worth the cost. We enjoyed all aspects immensely!

From $65.00