Where does the tour start — do I make my own way there?

No. Shared transfers pick you up from your hotel in District 1 between 6:00 and 6:30 PM. You'll receive pickup details after booking.

Is dinner actually a full meal, or just snacks?

A traditional Vietnamese dinner is included on the cruise — not just nibbles. Specific dishes may vary, but a proper meal is part of the experience.

Do I need to print my ticket?

No. A mobile ticket on your phone is accepted — show it to your guide at pickup.

Are there extra costs I should know about?

A surcharge of VND 150,000 per person applies on Vietnamese public holidays: 1 January, 26 April, 30 April, 1 May, 1–2 September, and 31 December 2026. This is paid directly on the day.

Can I bring my toddler?

Children under 3 travel free of charge but no seat is reserved for them. They must be accompanied by a paying adult throughout the tour.

What happens if the itinerary changes on the night?

The schedule is subject to change due to weather or traffic — this is standard for evening river tours in Ho Chi Minh City. Your guide will keep you informed of any adjustments.

Saigon Evening Tour with Water Puppetry Show and Dinner Cruise

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Duration

3 hours

Cancellation

Free cancellation 24hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Water puppet show at the Golden Dragon Theatre

Dinner cruise on the Saigon River

Traditional Vietnamese dinner

Tour guide

Shared round-trip hotel transfers (District 1)

Not included

Personal expenses and drinks beyond what is served

Surcharge of VND 150,000 per person on public holidays (payable on site)

What to expect

Hotel pickup
6:00–6:30 PM
Shared transfer collects you from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City District 1.
Water puppet show
From 6:30 PM
Arrive at the Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater to watch puppeteers perform traditional Vietnamese folk tales over water.
Dinner cruise on the Saigon River
From 7:15 PM
Board the river cruise and enjoy authentic Vietnamese cuisine as the city's lit skyline unfolds around you.
Return to hotel
9:30 PM
The tour concludes with a shared transfer back to your hotel in District 1.

Meeting point

The Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater, Đường Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai, Bến Thành, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Your hotel pickup in District 1 is between 6:00 and 6:30 PM — confirm your exact pickup time with the operator after booking. Present your mobile ticket to the guide on collection.

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What to bring

Mobile ticket (screenshot or live)
Light layer for the river breeze in the evening

Saigon Evening Tour with Water Puppetry Show and Dinner Cruise

Saigon Evening Tour with Water Puppetry Show and Dinner Cruise

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