HO CHI MINH CITY
Saigon’s best days out.
The 15 best saigon river cruises in Ho Chi Minh City, with how long each one runs, what it costs and who you book it with.
A 1-hour Saigon River boutique cruise from Saigon Waterbus Station with English narration, skyline views, and drinks for purchase.
Most Popular“We did the 9pm cruise and it was a perfect night weather wise and the city is at its most beautiful.”
Saigon River dinner cruise in Ho Chi Minh City with night skyline views, Vietnamese music, and buffet or set menus plus central pickup in Districts 1, 3, and 4.
“It s just an amazing moment! A romantic time to remember!! Crew and team at the top of kindness. Food excellent! Just great.”
A 1-hour Saigon River cruise from District 1 with skyline views, guide commentary, and onboard drinks in a small group.
“A one off opportunity to see the illuminated Bridge from underneath and the lights of the skyscrapers from a different angle with a guide who was excellent and informative a great experience and very smooth in a comfortable boat”
Lively Saigon river cruise plus a short Nguyen Hue walking tour, with landmark views, a 45-minute boat ride, and easy pier help.
“100% booking the evening/night slot the view of the city lights from the river is stunning!”
Ho Chi Minh City water puppet show plus Saigon River dinner cruise, pairing North Vietnam folk tales with river views for $68.
“The guide I think was only starting out, his English wasn't too great so there was a little language barrier/struggle but he did really try. The water puppet show was fantastic to watch! The dinner cruise was a bit of a let down. The food was mediocre/poor, it was buffet style so some of it…”
Saigon River dinner cruise in Ho Chi Minh City with illuminated landmarks, Vietnamese buffet, live music, and included transfers.
“We had 8 hours stop over in Saigon between flights. The river / dinner cruise was an excellent way to fill that time and I would highly recommend .”
Saigon night: cyclo or scooter ride plus a buffet dinner cruise with live Vietnamese music and river-deck skyline views.
“Excellent Super Professional Guide made us happier. Thank you so much.”
Saigon’s night in one package: water puppets at Golden Dragon, then dinner on a junk boat cruise along the Saigon River with city lights.
“water puppet show was very enjoyable even though didn’t understand the story as it was all in Vietnamese didn’t effect the overall experience as very cultural … the cruise and dinner was very good would of been better if we arrived earlier as didn’t have much time to experience the view as we were eating…”
Private-table Saigon River dinner cruise with Vietnamese and international dishes, night skyline views, and live music and dance. 3 hours.
“Fun boat with many opportunities for photo op and group dancing. The food alone was with the price. Tour guide was friendly and patient and organised. For entertainment we had Singers, bands, and surprisingly Samurais”
Private water puppet show plus Saigon River dinner cruise in Ho Chi Minh City with hotel pickup, buffet dinner, and live music.
“I would give the tour guide (Levi) a 5 star rating because he was incredibly attentive, knowledgeable, and made the experience super fun. The puppet show was so much fun, I highly recommend. However, I feel ripped off because at the Read more”
See Vietnam’s water puppet art at Golden Dragon, then enjoy dinner and music on a Saigon River night cruise with hotel pickup.
“Good experience although woul have liked the opportunity to choose upper deck . The puppet show was interesting.”
A private Saigon night with Golden Dragon water puppets or Yuri spa massage, plus a Bến Bạch Đằng dinner cruise with live entertainment.
“When I booked the trip I just wanted the water puppets and dinner. I could not figure out what the difference between the 2 experience offered so I took the shorter/cheaper one. When I got the confirmation it showed all 3 experiences. WhRead more”
Bamboo Circus at Saigon Opera House plus a Saigon River dinner cruise with skyline views, pickup in central districts, and an English guide.
“Great cruise on the river, warm weather and wonderful lit up city buildings Freindly ataff and lots of tourist”
Private Ho Chi Minh City evening jeep tour plus Saigon River dinner cruise with illuminated landmarks and live music. From $105.
“Windie our tour guide was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and happy to share her knowledge. The cruise was very relaxing and the food was fabulous. The crew were very helpful.”
Saigon River night dinner cruise in Ho Chi Minh City with hotel pickup, live music, and Vietnamese buffet or set menu, about 3–4 hours.
“We went on our first dinner cruise, we were collected at our motel and driven to the venue, we were given a great table near the buffet, after dinner we went up to the roof to enjoy the cruise, Note:please allow for traffic when getting collected they may be a little late.”
The districts, the war years, the markets and the food, all in one place.
