Guided Tours

Coconut Basket Boat Ride with Hoi An by Night Tour & Lantern Release

Tourists in a boat releasing lanterns on Hoi An River at night.

Bamboo basket boats navigating a river in a coconut palm forest tour.

People enjoying a vibrant coconut basket boat ride through lush palm trees in Vietnam.

Japanese Bridge in Hoi An with yellow buildings and water reflection.

Duration

6 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers included

Hotel pickup

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Set off on a guided journey from Hoi An’s peaceful coconut groves to its lantern-lit streets and lively riverside night market.

Cruise through Cam Thanh’s coconut forest in a spinning basket boat and try local fishing techniques with your guide.

Explore Hoi An Ancient Town’s heritage landmarks like the Japanese Bridge and Fukian Hall during a guided evening walk.

Enjoy a traditional dinner and join locals for “bai choi” folk games before browsing the colourful Nguyen Hoang night market.

Fun fact: Hoi An’s lantern-filled nights were inspired by its full moon festival—now celebrated every evening with glowing river offerings.

Basket boat ride through the coconut forest

English-speaking guide

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Authentic Vietnamese dinner (menu here)

Boat trip on Hoi An waterways

Lantern release experience

Traditional folk games

Bottled water

Tips

Entrance fee of 120,000 VND per person (for attractions in Hoi An Ancient Town)

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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.

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.

The spinning basket boat experience is optional and incurs an extra charge, payable directly to the boatman.

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.

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