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This tour blends heritage and modern leisure: a captivating water puppet performance steeped in tradition, and a relaxing river cruise where dinner and entertainment unfold against the sparkling backdrop of Ho Chi Minh City.
Perfect for all ages, the tour combines the fun of a colorful water puppet show with the enjoyment of a dinner cruise, offering delicious food, music, and city sights in one easy package.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
Hotel Pick-Up: At the scheduled departure time, our driver will collect you from your hotel. Pick-up is available for guests staying in Districts 1, 3, 4, and 5. For other locations, please inform us in advance before the trip.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater (District 1) Location: 55B Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, inside the City Labour Cultural House, Tao Dan Park. Show times: 18:30 & 20:30 daily Duration: ~50 minutes The show is called Múa rối nước (water puppetry), a traditional Vietnamese folk art that dates back many centuries. The show is accompanied by a live traditional Vietnamese orchestra & singers. Instruments include drums, wooden bells, cymbals, bamboo flutes, etc. They also provide sound effects. Finish the show, transfer to the Saigon Cruise port for the Cozy Dinner
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3
Boarding & Welcome Guests arrive at Nha Rong Port around 6:30 PM. Staff greet you at the pier and guide you on board. You can take photos of the ship and Saigon River views before departure.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Departure & Dinner The cruise sets sail at 7:45 PM, gliding along the Saigon River. Dinner is served depending on your booking: buffet with a wide selection of Vietnamese and international dishes, or a set menu with curated courses. Drinks are available at the bar (extra charge). Entertainment & Atmosphere Live music is performed on board (traditional Vietnamese instruments and international songs). Cultural dance shows and sometimes folk singing are included, creating a festive atmosphere. The riverbank scenery lights up at night — you’ll see iconic spots such as Landmark 81, Thu Thiem Bridge, and the skyline of Ho Chi Minh City.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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Closing & Drop off Around 9:15 PM, the cruise returns to Nha Rong Port. Guests disembark after a relaxing evening of dining, entertainment, and sightseeing. Drop off at your hotel. End of service.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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