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Coconut Boat Ride, Hoi An City Tour, Lantern Release & Dinner

5.01 reviews
Thới An Đông· Hoi An
by Headout
Duration6 hours
SeasonSee calendar when booking

The Experience

Your experience Experience Hoi An’s lantern-lit charm, basket boat adventure, and vibrant night market on this guided evening tour. Getting started Your guide will meet you at your hotel. After a brief introduction, you’ll join your group and set off for Hoi An’s historic center, where your journey begins with a quick ticket validation. What to expect Hoi An Ancient Town: Recognized for its unique blend of Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese architecture, Hoi An’s old town is a UNESCO-listed heritage site. Features Key landmarks: Visit the Museum of Folk Culture, Old House of Tan Ky, Japanese Covered Bridge, and Fukian Assembly Hall—each reflecting Hoi An’s multicultural history and architectural diversity. Cam Thanh Coconut Village: Glide through lush water coconut forests in a traditional basket boat, guided by local experts. If you want more thrills, you can tip the boatman to spin your boat! Lantern release: Take a boat ride on the Hoai River and release a lantern, joining a cherished local tradition that lights up the water each evening. Traditional folk games: Try “bai choi,” a classic Vietnamese folk game, and experience the communal spirit of Hoi An. Night market: Enjoy free time at Nguyen Hoang night market, where you can sample local dishes, shop for souvenirs, and soak in the vibrant night scene. Dinner: Savor a Vietnamese meal featuring fried spring rolls, banana flower salad, crispy pancakes, and fresh fruit. Vegetarian options are available—please inform your guide of any allergies.

How to book

Booked on Headout, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.

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    5.0(1 reviews)

    Free cancellation · 24h before

    from₹3,429

    Includes: Basket boat ride through the coconut forest · English-speaking guide · Hotel pick-up and drop-off · +6 more

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What to Bring

Recommended

  • Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance. Carry cash in Vietnamese Dong for entrance fees and any optional activities not included in your ticket. Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour. What’s not allowed Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals. Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the tour. Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the tour for safety and convenience.

What to wear

comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing

Food & Drink

Food

Provided

Drinks

Provided

Logistics & Transit

Transport not included
Location
Hoi An Food Tour, 119 Trần Quang Khải, St, Hội An, Quảng Nam, Vietnam, Hoi An
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End point
Hoi An Food Tour, 119 Trần Quang Khải, St, Hội An, Quảng Nam, Vietnam, Hoi An

Good to know

Who it's for

Min persons: 1

About the guide

Group experience
No — private booking

Know before you go

Know before you go What to bring Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance. Carry cash in Vietnamese Dong for entrance fees and any optional activities not included in your ticket. Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour. What’s not allowed Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals. Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the tour. Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the tour for safety and convenience. Accessibility This experience is not wheelchair accessible. Additional information Please inform your local guide about any food allergies or dietary requirements in advance; vegetarian options are available. If you’d like to try the famous “spinning boat” experience, you’ll be transferred to another boat. This optional activity costs 100,000 VND per person for 1 minute, payable directly on site. The entrance fee of 120,000 VND per person is not included and must be paid separately on site. Hotel pick-up is between 1:30pm and 2pm; the tour ends with hotel drop-off around 7:30pm–8:00pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The tour operates in most weather conditions; in case of severe weather, you will be notified of any changes.

The fine print

Voucher requirements

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Customers have an option to either opt for hotel transfers or choose to reach the meeting point on their own. Hotel transfers This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs. In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel. This is applicable to all hotels in Hoi An. On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure. If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel. Meeting point (If not Opted for Hotel Pickup) Meet your guide at Hoi An Food Tour . Address: 119 Trần Quang Khải, St, Hội An, Quảng Nam, Vietnam. Get directions to the meeting point