Hoi An Sunset Cruise with Five Course Dinner
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Enjoy one of Hoi An’s most refined sunset river dining experiences, with cocktails, canapés and a 5-course Spice Route inspired menu. Discover stories of ancient trading routes as you glide past peaceful villages and lantern-lit waterways. Highlights: - Leisurely sundowners with canapés while cruising the Thu Bon River - 5-course Spice Route menu inspired by Hoi An’s rich soils and coastal waters - Modern river cruise vessel with air-conditioning and contemporary comforts - Curated cultural storytelling inspired by Hoi An’s ancient spice route
Inclusions
What's included
- Complimentary celebration cake (on request)
- 2.5-hour cruise aboard The Merchant River Cruise
- 5-course Spice Route-inspired seasonal set menu (including lobster course)
- 20% off post-cruise beverages at The Merchant Restaurant (20:00 – 22:00)
- Artisanal departure gift
- Cultural storytelling inspired by Hoi An’s heritage
- Welcome sundowner cocktail and canapés
What's not
- Personal expenses, additional alcoholic beverages, hotel transfers
Itinerary
The Merchant River Cruise, operated by Namia River Retreat, a member of Small Luxury Hotels, offers a refined Vietnamese experience with contemporary design, attentive service, and a strong sense of place. Sample Itinerary (route is subject to changes linked to tide and weather conditions) 17:00 - 17:15 Check In & Boarding (onboarding directly or via shuttle boat) Arrive at the cruise welcome lounge and pier 15 minutes prior to check-in. Enjoy photo opportunities with the cruise in dock.
Cruising towards Cua Dai Wharf and mouth of Thu Bon River Sundowners & Canapés: Once the cruise departs the pier, cocktails and sundowners will be served while we cruise down the Thu Bon River to enjoy sunset.
Cruising towards UNESCO-listed Hoi An Ancient Town from water Interactive Entertainment: The stories of Faifoo and the historical spice-trade routes Starters Served: A deconstructed bánh mì inspired by Hoi An’s culinary heritage Mains Served: Discover Hoi An’s terroir through land and sea produce.
Cruise from Hoi An Ancient Town towards Cua Dai Bridge Desserts Served: Ancient trade route-inspired dessert served with Vietnamese coffee liqueur or Savall hot cacao. Option to return to the top deck to enjoy the scenic views, as distant lanterns cast a soft glow across the river.
Farewell & Disembark Disembark: with meaningful memories, a postcard of Hoi An and an artisanal gift. Onward Journey: Cruise experience is completed, leaving you free to plan the rest of your evening from 20:30 onward.. Happy Hour: Enjoy an exclusive Happy Hour for The Merchant Cruise guests at the Merchant Restaurant with 20% off all beverages from 20:00 to 22:00.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Guests will meet us at the lobby of Namia River Retreat, located at 232 Tran Nhan Tong Street, Hoi An Dong Ward, Da Nang City, Vietnam. The Merchant River Cruise & Restaurant, Namia River Retreat Departure Pier: 232 Tran Nhan Tong Street, Hoi An Dong Ward, Da Nang City, Vietnam
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 50 travellers
- Operated by
- Hoi An Dinner Cruise: Sunset Cocktails, Modern Vietnamese Buffet & BBQ
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Hoi An
- Its from-price is 26% above the median of the 2561 experiences we list in Hoi An.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Hoi An
Lantern-lit lanes, tailor shops and riverside cafés glow after dark in Hoi An, a beautifully preserved old trading port in central Vietnam.
The Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserves centuries-old merchant houses, Chinese assembly halls and temples along the Thu Bon River. The covered Japanese Bridge is its emblem, and old houses such as Tan Ky show the blend of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese influences that shaped the port.
Top-ranked sights in Hoi An: Hoi An Ancient Town, My Son Sanctuary, Japanese Covered Bridge (Chua Cau).
Special offers in Hoi An
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