Vietnam River Cruises: the 15 Best Boat Trips

CuChi Tunnels&Mekong Delta-Boat,TukTuk,Coconut Village SmallGroup - My Tho and the Mekong waterways

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,113 reviews · from $32Our pick

Review of the Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta day tour from Ho Chi Minh City, with boat rides, lunch, village stops, costs, and practical tips.

“The cu chi tunnels are well worth visiting, even if you don’t crawl through the tunnels. The ingenuity of the Vietnamese is impressive. Lockie our tour guide is entertaining….. He sang 6 or 7 songs during our 6 hours in a van. Make of that what you will! We found it fun. He also has an interesting personal story. However, the Mekong Delta trip is a waste of time and money. The boat ride in a sampan is maybe 10 minutes with nothing to see and all you hear is “tip, tip”. You are shipped between various stopping points that are just opportunities to be fleeced with very little to…”

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HCM: Mekong Delta Islands Boat & Tuk-Tuk Tour with Tastings

2.HCM: Mekong Delta Islands Boat & Tuk-Tuk Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,285 reviews · 9 hours · from $14

Review of a $14 Mekong Delta day trip from Ho Chi Minh City with island boats, village rides, local food, music, and practical tips.

“It was a great experience! Our guide did all the best and told us a lot about the places we visited and country, was very attentive and polite. Thank you!”

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Hoi An : Hoai River Boat Trip by Night and Floating Lantern

3.Hoai River Boat Trip by Night and Floating Lantern

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,988 reviews · 20 min · from $8

Float beneath Hoi An’s lanterns on a private 20-minute wooden boat ride, release a paper lantern, and enjoy an easy, atmospheric evening activity.

“The river was beautiful at night, and each party got their own boat, which was very nice. There was a crazy amount if people and boats in the area, but the experience was nice”

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Hoi An: River Lantern Boat Experience with Free 5G eSIM

4.River Lantern Boat Experience with Free 5G eSIM

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,819 reviews · 20 min · from $8

Review of Hoi An’s 20-minute lantern boat ride, with river views, floating lanterns, herbal tea, eSIM, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“good trip on the boat! very beautiful and memorable experience. long queue to get on the boat, but it's a very popular attraction in hoi an. very worthwhile!”

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Mekong Delta Discovery Tour from Ho Chi Minh

5.Mekong Delta Discovery Tour from Ho Chi Minh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,427 reviews · from $59

Review of the Mekong Delta Discovery Tour from Ho Chi Minh City, with boats, canals, local food, small groups, costs, and practical tips.

“My visit to the Mekong Delta with Thương was absolutely unforgettable. From the moment the tour began, she made everything feel effortless, welcoming, and genuinely personal. Her deep knowledge of the local culture, history, and daily Read more”

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Small-Group Mekong Delta Day Trip: Boat Ride, Cottages & Pagoda

6.Small-Group Mekong Delta Day Trip: Boat Ride, Cottages & Pagoda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,327 reviews · from $48

Review of a small-group Mekong Delta day trip from Ho Chi Minh City, with boat rides, Ben Tre villages, lunch, cycling, and Vinh Trang Pagoda.

“A long drive, worth it for the experience. Small group enhanced the experience. You get to see some small local producers and sample their products.”

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Da Nang: Han River Local Cruise by Night

7.Han River Local Cruise by Night

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,152 reviews · 50 - 90 minutes · from $6Best value

Review of Da Nang’s $6 Han River night cruise, with city lights, dance show, optional dinner, and Dragon Bridge fire and water show.

“We loved the whole experience, the dancer and the Mongolian guests dancing were fantastic. All in all, a five star experience for food, cruise and entertainment. One short point, staff could wear matching shirts to let guests know who they are. Thank you for a great night.”

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Small-group Mekong Floating Market Day Trip from Ho Chi Minh City

8.Small-group Mekong Floating Market Day Trip from Ho Chi Minh City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 886 reviews · from $92

Review of a $92 Mekong Delta day trip from Ho Chi Minh City with boats, cycling, local food, workshops, and practical tips.

“The trip is a long day but we’ll worth the effort. If you are lucky enough to get WIN he will make the long day go very quickly. He is knowledgeable and passionate about the area and culture. I would highly recommend WIN as your guide and this tour!”

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From Ho Chi Minh City: Discover Mekong Delta & Coconut Village

9.Discover Mekong Delta & Coconut Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 863 reviews · from $14

Explore the Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City with temples, river boats, coconut villages, local food, music, and guided transport.

“Very nice exprince I was very happy and tell my friends to go with you Tour guide also very nice person”

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Ho Chi Minh City: Saigon River Boutique Cruise

10.Saigon River Boutique Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 778 reviews · 1 hour · from $12

Cruise the Saigon River for one hour past Ho Chi Minh City landmarks, skyline lights, and historic waterfront sights for just $12.

“Short and sweet. The evening cruise provides a lovely view of Saigon all lit up, revealing a new perspective of this vibrant city.”

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Hoi An: My Son Sanctuary and Thu Bon River Boat Trip

11.My Son Sanctuary and Thu Bon River Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 653 reviews · 5 hours · from $16

Explore My Son Sanctuary, see a Cham dance, enjoy local food, and cruise the Thu Bon River back to Hoi An for $16.

“Ben was a great guide and very informative on the tour, lots of interesting facts and information”

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Saigon River Dinner Cruise: Buffet, Set Menu, Fine Dining (3hrs)

12.Saigon River Dinner Cruise: Buffet, Set Menu, Fine Dining (3hrs)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 592 reviews · from $50

Review of Ho Chi Minh City's Saigon River dinner cruise, covering food choices, views, guides, entertainment, transport, value, and booking tips.

“in general, the cruise was good. The food was good overall. There was live entertainment while the boat was moving and while dinner was being served.”

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Da Nang: Han River Night Boat Trip with Show on Weekends

13.Han River Night Boat Trip with Show on Weekends

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 455 reviews · 1h 30m · from $6

Review of Da Nang’s $6 Han River night cruise, with skyline views, onboard music, optional drinks, and Dragon Bridge fire and water shows.

“We bought the tickets for just an evening cruise to see the Dragon Bridge flare and shoot water. We arrived early and got a front table on the deck. Great view. Bring a windbreaker jacket as it gets windy on the river”

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HCM: Authentic Mekong Delta – Boat, TukTuk, Khot Cake Making

14.HCM: Authentic Mekong Delta – Boat, TukTuk, Khot Cake Making

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 380 reviews · from $23

Review of a $23 Mekong Delta day trip from Ho Chi Minh City with boats, tuk-tuk rides, bánh khọt, pagoda, fruit, honey, and music.

“This tour was a perfect mix of culture, nature, and local traditions. Cruising the Mekong’s lush waterways and exploring villages by tuk-tuk made for an immersive adventure. We loved visiting coconut candy, honey, and handmade goods artisans, gaining insight into local craftsmanship. The fantastic lunch was a highlight—delicious, authentic, and great value for the tour. Listening to Southern Vietnamese folk music was the perfect way to connect with the spirit of the region. Jonny was an outstanding guide! His knowledge and enthusiasm made every moment engaging. I highly recommend this tour for anyone seeking an authentic Mekong Delta journey!Read more”

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Full Day Off The Beaten Track the Mekong Delta.

15.Full Day Off The Beaten Track the Mekong Delta.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 373 reviews · from $93

Review of a full-day Mekong Delta bike, kayak, and boat tour from Ho Chi Minh City, with local food, village roads, and practical tips.

“Kayaking the Mekong in a freak rainstorm was truly a magical experience, loved every second. A wonderful day out with Bao, who is clearly passionate about the outdoors and his homeland. Rice wine shots on the boat, getting to steer the boat along the Mekong, kayaking through small jungle canals... Does it get better? As for the bike ride - 20km sounds like a long distance, but you will barely feel it. You'll be too entranced by the surroundings. Be warned though - there is a short section of the track that is VERY narrow and rocky, with ditches on both sides. If you haven't ridden a mountain bike in…”

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