Hoi An Lantern Class & River Boat Trip: Craft & Wishes
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Overview
The Hoi An Lantern Making Class with Lantern Boat Trip gives people a special way to learn about local culture. It shows how to make pretty lanterns and shares peaceful moments on the water.
First, people will learn how to make a lantern using bamboo and paper. It's a fun class where they can create their own special souvenir. Then, they can relax on a boat trip on the Thu Bon River, where they can see Hoi An all lit up with lanterns. The trip also includes the chance to float a candle lantern while making a wish, which is a local custom that is said to send hopes to the sky.
This experience includes all the materials for making a lantern and floating candle. It also provides a private boat ride. People can take their handmade lantern home as a reminder of their trip. This tour does not include tips for the guides or drop-off service at hotels. With local experts and a personal touch, this tour gives a closer look at Hoi An's traditions. It’s a memorable way to connect with the heart of the city.




Highlights
Make Your Own Lantern: Learn to craft a traditional Vietnamese lantern from bamboo and colorful paper.
Peaceful River Cruise: Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Thu Bon River, surrounded by lantern light.
Release a Floating Lantern: Take part in a local tradition by floating a candle lantern and making a wish.
Take Home a Souvenir: Bring home the lantern you made as a special reminder of your Hoi An adventure.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoy the lantern-making class and boat trip, finding it a magical and insightful experience, though some desire a longer duration.

People love learning how to make lanterns.
They enjoy the boat ride on the river.
The experience is called magical.
The guides are helpful and friendly.
Some people wish the class was longer.
A few found the boat ride a little short.
The Journey
Hoi An Lantern Making Workshop
A traditional workshop where you learn to craft your own bamboo and paper lantern, a symbol of hope and beauty, to take home as a unique souvenir.
Thu Bon River
A scenic river where you'll enjoy a peaceful boat ride, admiring the glowing lantern-lit town from the water.
Hoai River
Take a magical boat ride along this river to end the day.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes one foldable lantern to take home, floating candle materials, and a private lantern boat ride. You'll also receive guidance from local artisans who speak English. Transportation to the meeting point is not included, and tips for guides are at your discretion. Hotel drop-off is not provided.
Hot Tip
Many travelers suggest going in the evening to see the lanterns lit up along the river. It makes the boat ride even more magical! Some people like to write their wishes on the lantern for good luck.