Tickets & tours
Book your boat ride or guided tour. Official boat tickets cost between 150,000 and 200,000 VND, plus a 120,000 VND Old Town entry fee.
Top ratedStep back in time and explore the timeless charm of Hoi An on a customized private walking tour combined with a peaceful boat ride on the Hoai River. Guided by a local...
Best valueExperience the beauty of Hoi An Ancient Town at night along the Hoai/Thu Bon River with your thoughtfully prepared service. The tour price includes a 15–20 minute boat...
Most bookedThis experience combines a hands-on lantern making class with a peaceful boat ride on the Hoai River. Travelers create their own lantern with local artisans, then enjoy...
***Highlight *** - Visit all important landmarks of Hoi An. See the unique combination of Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese architecture all over the town. - Experience...
2-in-1 experience: lantern shop photoshoot + lantern boat ride. Private session with a local professional photographer. Stunning night scenes with colorful lanterns...
Small groupA tranquil evening awaits on the Hoai River in Hoi An, where visitors can partake in the cherished tradition of releasing flower lanterns at sunset. As night descends,...
Tour prices are "from" prices per platform; they change.
Enter your group and compare totals on both platforms. From-prices; children are priced as adults unless the listing gives a child rate.
Compare durations and features for Hoai River tours.
| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| private walking & boat tour | 3 h to 4 h | $74 | Compare | 5.0 (49) | personalized cultural exploration |
| lantern boat by night | 1 min to 20 min | $8 | Compare | 4.5 (3,516) | a quick magical evening ride |
| lantern making & boat ride | 2 h | $6 | Compare | 4.9 (48) | hands-on cultural experience |
| city tour & lantern release | 5 h | $43 | Compare | 4.9 (162) | comprehensive hoi an sightseeing |
| boat photoshoot experience | 45 min | $49 | Compare | 4.9 (9) | capturing unforgettable memories |
| private night boat ride | 20 min to 30 min | $11 | Compare | 5.0 (2) | intimate lantern release moments |
Official boat ride tickets cost between 150,000 and 200,000 VND per boat. You also need a 120,000 VND Old Town Entrance Ticket to access the boarding area.
You can purchase boat tickets from official booths located on Bach Dang or Nguyen Phuc Chu streets. Avoid buying from unofficial touts.
A traditional wooden sampan boat ride typically lasts 15 to 20 minutes.
From Viator
49 reviews of the private walking & boat tour on Viator
Eric is an awesome tour guide; very fun, friendly and knowledgeable and goes above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable and enjoy the most of your experience.
This was one of the most enjoyable afternoons of our trip to Vietnam so far. Tony was a star and great fun. He has an infectious laugh and gave us a great your of the old town and a fun boat trip.
Even though it was raining, I had a wonderful and relaxing experience. The tour guide/driver did an excellent job, very friendly and welcoming, and took lots of photos. It made Hoi an memorable for me.
