Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang in Da Nang
Da Nang, Vietnam

Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang

Outty Ranking 62 5.0 · 3 traveler reviews7 hoursFrom $44

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62/100

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Is Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang worth booking?

Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang is a 7-hour experience in Da Nang, Vietnam, from $44 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
62 / 100
Rating
5/5 (3)
Duration
7 hours
From
$44 per person

Visiting Hoi An - a highlight on your stay in Vietnam. This tour would be your chance to explore the cozy ambience vibe of quaint streets and ancient shrines with knowledgeable guide. In addition to that, during the tour

What you get

  • Dinner
  • Boat ride for the lantern release
  • Basket boat ride
  • English-speaking guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

About this experience

Visiting Hoi An - a highlight on your stay in Vietnam. This tour would be your chance to explore the cozy ambience vibe of quaint streets and ancient shrines with knowledgeable guide. In addition to that, during the tour, you could try your once-in-a-lifetime experience of riding the basket boat and releasing lanterns on the river.

What's included

Included

  • Dinner
  • Boat ride for the lantern release
  • Basket boat ride
  • English-speaking guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

Not included

  • Personal expense
  • Tips
  • Pick-up & Drop-off from hotels outside Danang city center

What you'll see and do

  1. Hoi An Ancient Town

    14:00: Car and tour guide pick up at HOTEL in Danang city 14:45 pm: Paddling through Thu Bon river by the basket boat and explore Bay Mau Coconut Forest with many interesting activities: - Enjoy the beauty of Bay Mau Coconut Forest - Watch basket boat performance spin around - Have a chance to try paddling basket boat - See how traditionally throwing fishing net. 17:00 pm: Come back to Hoian ancient town, admire Hoi An at night flickering in multi – colored lantern and have dinner at local restaurant. 20:00-20:30 pm: Take 15 minute boat trip on Hoai River and join the lantern-release activity. 21:00 pm: Depart to Da Nang City. Send – off at Hotel.

    420 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

Options you can book

  • Group of 1

    Group of 1 Pickup included

  • Group of 3-4

    Group of 3-4 Pickup included

  • Group of 2

    Group of 2 Pickup included

  • Group of 5-6

    Group of 5-6 Pickup included

  • Group of 7+

    Group of 7+ Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Grayline Vietnam Threeland Travel

Know before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Exact pick-up time to be advised upon reconfirmation.
  • Transfer by bicycle

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

2 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Food and drink

1 mention

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Traveler reviews

3 verified traveler reviews for Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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564sanja · April 2026

Boat ride with lantern release

Boat ride with latern release is worth going as it is beautiful. It resembles Haridwar in India. In danang it is very well decorated with lights . Lots of hotels are there for food and it is a shopping paradise. All tour operators will definitely take you to this place. Good for time pass and very well decorated to attract tourist. Tourism is very well developed in this country.

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Ricardo_P · February 2026

Exciting basket boat ride.

We had a great experience with this tour. Very nice place to visit. Thanks to Bee, our guide who showed us the best of this place. the lighting of the lantern was very romantic for us. The basket boat ride was very exciting!

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KONSTANTINOS_R · March 2024

Great experience! Thanks to Johny, my guide

A great experience visiting Hoi An in the evening and be able to enjoy the lights. A great tour! Special thanks to my guide Johny who made me feel confortable. He is a bright man and a great guide, and his English is perfect! Highly recommend this tour and if you get the chance to have Johny as your guide, thats even better

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Good to know

Duration
7 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$44 to $168
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 62

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)88
Review evidence (18% weight)22
Booking momentum (14% weight)13
Value for money (12% weight)81
Listing quality (10% weight)81
Local standing (8% weight)53
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Da Nang.

How much does Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang cost?

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Prices start at $44 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Da Nang usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang take?

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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Da Nang is not rushed.

Is Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Da Nang, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang?

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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Da Nang can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Da Nang and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Hoi An Tour With Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Release From Danang start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Da Nang within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Da Nang?

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On Outty we rank every Da Nang experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full Day Golden Bridge and Ba Na Hills Small Group Tour, Marble Mountains - Am Phu Cave - Monkey Mountain Sunset tour, Lady Buddha, Marble Mountains, Coconut Jungle & Hoian City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Da Nang?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Da Nang?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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