Hoi An Photo Tour: Lantern Release on Hoai River
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Overview
The Half-day Hoi An Photo Tour with Lantern Release at Hoai River lets travelers capture the magic of Hoi An, a beautiful old town. With a guide and photographer, visitors explore the town's history and charm.
This tour walks through historic streets, past moss-covered walls and bougainvillea-draped houses. The guide shares stories about places like the Cau Pagoda. There's even time to stop for a drink at 92 Station Cafe (at own expense). The tour ends with a peaceful boat trip on the Hoai River to release lanterns at sunset. A photographer captures these special moments.
This experience includes a lantern for each person, a short boat trip, an English-speaking guide, and a photographer for about 2 hours. It starts at 06 Nguyen Thai Hoc street and ends at the Hoai River.



Highlights
Capture Hoi An's Beauty: Get amazing photos of Hoi An's old streets and buildings.
Learn Hoi An's History: Hear stories about the town's past from a local guide.
Release Lanterns on the River: Send a floating lantern down the Hoai River at sunset.
Professional Photographer: A photographer will take photos of you during the tour.
Sentiment Analysis
Most customers think this tour is great for seeing Hoi An and taking memorable photos.

Customers love the beautiful photos they get.
They enjoy learning about Hoi An's history.
The lantern release on the river is a favorite part.
Having a guide and photographer makes the tour special.
Some people wish the tour was longer.
Meeting point can be hard to find for some.
The Journey
06 Nguyen Thai Hoc
The initial meeting point for the tour, setting the stage for exploring Hoi An's cultural and historical sites.
Hoi An Ancient Town
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hoi An is known for its well-preserved ancient architecture, tailor shops, and delicious local cuisine, reflecting a blend of Vietnamese, Japanese, and Chinese influences.
Cau Pagoda (Japanese Covered Bridge)
An iconic symbol of Hoi An, this historical bridge was built by the Japanese community in the 16th century and features a pagoda, blending architectural styles and cultural significance.
Moss-covered Walls and Bougainvillea Houses
Charming and picturesque locations in Hoi An, offering unique photo opportunities with their vibrant colors and historical textures.
92 Station Cafe
A local cafe located at 92 Tran Phu Street, Minh An Ward, providing a relaxing break spot for tour participants to enjoy refreshments at their own expense.
Hoai River
A scenic river in Hoi An where the tour concludes with a lantern release ceremony, offering a picturesque view of the sunset and a memorable cultural experience.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes a floating lantern, a boat trip (10-15 minutes), an English-speaking guide, and a photographer (for 2 hours). It does not include pick-up or drop-off, dinner, costumes, make-up, or the entrance fee to visit Hoi An's ancient town (120,000 VND per person, if applicable). Meet at 06 Nguyen Thai Hoc.
Hot Tip
Wear comfortable shoes because you'll be walking a lot. Also, bring some extra money if you want to buy a drink at the cafe stop.