Experience the enchanting beauty of Hue with the “Perfume River Sunset Cruise with Dinner,” a private tour offered by Vietnam Student Exchange Travel & Transport. This tour provides a unique opportunity to witness the fabulous sunset moments over the Perfume River while enjoying a delightful dinner aboard a traditional dragon boat.
During and after a wonderful stay in Hue, you may be interested in our Vietnam private cars and Vietnam tours, such as
- Hue Tombs Tour– from 46 USD/ pax.
- Sunrise on Tam Giang Lagoon Tour– from 21 USD/ pax.
- Sunset on Tam Giang Lagoon Tour– from 21 USD/ pax.
- Hue Imperial Citadel Walking Tour– from 27 USD/ pax.
- Hue to Phong Nha Private Car– from 95 USD/ sedan.
- Laguna Lang Co to Hoi An Private Car– from 48 USD/ sedan.
PERFUME RIVER SUNSET CRUISE
Tour Highlights
- Enjoy the cyclo ride on the green and most beautiful street of Hue.
- Admire the amazing sunset moments on the romantic Perfume River.
- Visit the most sacred and ancient pagoda in Hue, built in 1601.
- Drop the paper lotus lantern on Perfume River and make a wish.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch on board and listen to stories about the Nguyen Dynasty.
Dinner Cruise on Perfume River Itinerary
At 5 pm, our Hue cyclo and local tour guide will meet you at your hotel/ homestay in the Hue city center. Begin your evening with a charming cyclo ride from your hotel to Toa Kham boat station, immersing yourself in the serene ambiance of Hue’s green streets.
Around 5:20 pm, we will board a local dragon boat and cruise upstream along the tranquil Perfume River. Glide past historical landmarks such as the ancient dragon boat station of the Nguyen dynasty emperors and the iconic Truong Tien Bridge, all bathed in the golden hues of sunset.
Gain a deeper understanding of Hue’s rich culture and the history of the Nguyen Dynasty as your knowledgeable guide shares captivating stories and insights throughout the journey.
You will have a chance to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, a sacred and ancient pagoda built in 1601 by Nguyen Hoang King. Our knowledgeable tour guide will tell you interesting stories about this pagoda’s history, its beauty in architecture, and fengshui setting. Our excellent tour guide also tell you a love curse.
Get back to the Hue dragon boat, and we will enjoy the delicious dinner on board with 5 local dishes while admiring the romantic views of the river by night.
Dinner menu on board
- Traditional Hue Beef Noodle Soup (Bún Bò Huế) or Fragrant Chicken Noodle Soup
- Crispy Vietnamese Spring Rolls
- Golden Fried Squid with Sticky Rice
- Steamed Rice served with Tender Stewed Tuna
- Seasonal Fresh Fruit Dessert
Relax with a local beer as you soak in the picturesque sunset views. Participate in a traditional ceremony by releasing paper lotus lanterns onto the Perfume River, making a wish as you contribute to the river’s illuminated beauty.
After all, around 8 pm, we will finish the Perfume River Sunset Cruise with the Dinner Tour. We will say goodbye at Toa Kham Boat Station, and you are free to explore Hue City. Vietnam Student Exchange Travel wishes you a great experience with us.
