Hue Perfume River Dinner Cruise: Dinner & Folk Music
Experience an unforgettable evening in Hue with a Hue Perfume River Dinner Cruise featuring traditional Vietnamese cuisine, live Hue folk music, traditional costumes and a lantern release ceremony.
Cruise along the peaceful Perfume River aboard a large air-conditioned dragon boat while enjoying an 8-course Vietnamese dinner at your private table. Before and during the cruise, you can experience a taste of Hue’s cultural heritage through traditional attire, local cuisine, folk music and the peaceful atmosphere of the river at night.
This is a group dinner cruise with a maximum of 20 participants, while each booking is provided with a private dining table on board.
Why Choose a Hue Perfume River Dinner Cruise?
A Hue Perfume River Dinner Cruise combines several of Hue’s most distinctive experiences into one evening.
Instead of simply having dinner at a restaurant, you can enjoy your meal while cruising along the Perfume River and taking in the nighttime atmosphere of Hue.
The experience includes:
- An 8-course Vietnamese dinner
- A private dining table
- A large air-conditioned dragon boat
- 1 complimentary drink
- Traditional Hue clothing for photos
- Live Hue folk music
- A lantern release ceremony
It is a relaxing way to experience Hue’s food and cultural traditions after a day of sightseeing.
Hue Perfume River Dinner Cruise Itinerary
18:45 | Welcome & Traditional Hue Costume Experience
Meet at Toa Kham Boat Station and begin your evening experience.
Put on traditional Hue attire and take memorable photos before boarding the dragon boat. This gives you the opportunity to experience a small part of Hue’s traditional culture before beginning your evening cruise.
19:00–19:45 | 8-Course Vietnamese Dinner
Board the large air-conditioned dragon boat and enjoy an 8-course Vietnamese dinner at your private table.
The menu features a selection of Vietnamese and Hue specialties prepared with local ingredients.
Dinner Menu
- Banana Blossom Salad
- Fried Spring Rolls
- Mixed Soup
- Hue Traditional Cakes — Loc Cake, Nam Cake & Ram It Cake
- Steamed Tam Giang Squid with Ginger
- Sticky Rice with Dried Shrimp Floss
- Steamed Chicken with Onion
- Lotus Seed Sweet Soup
If you have any food allergies or dietary requirements, please let us know in advance so we can check with the restaurant.
19:50–20:40 | Hue Folk Music & Lantern Release
After dinner, enjoy a live performance of traditional Hue folk music, reflecting the cultural heritage of Vietnam’s former imperial capital.
You can also take part in a lantern release ceremony on the Perfume River and make a wish as you enjoy the peaceful evening surroundings.
20:45 | Return to Toa Kham Boat Station
After the cruise, disembark at Toa Kham Boat Station.
This marks the end of your evening dinner cruise experience in Hue.
What to Expect on the Hue Perfume River Dinner Cruise
An 8-Course Vietnamese Dinner
Enjoy a carefully prepared 8-course dinner featuring Vietnamese and Hue specialties.
The menu includes traditional cakes, spring rolls, banana blossom salad, seafood, chicken and lotus seed sweet soup, offering a variety of local flavors during your evening on the river.
A Private Table on a Group Cruise
This is a group tour with a maximum of 20 participants. Although you will share the boat with other guests, your dinner is served at a private table.
This makes the experience suitable for couples, families and travelers who want to enjoy dinner together while still experiencing a group cruise.
Large Air-Conditioned Dragon Boat
The cruise takes place aboard a large modern dragon boat equipped with air conditioning.
You can enjoy the evening atmosphere of the Perfume River while having a comfortable dining experience on board.
Traditional Hue Clothing
Before boarding, guests can dress in traditional Hue attire and take photos.
This adds a cultural element to the evening and gives you a memorable photo opportunity in Hue.
Live Hue Folk Music
The evening includes a live performance of traditional Hue folk music.
The performance offers an introduction to the musical traditions associated with Hue and adds to the cultural atmosphere of the cruise.https://www.traveloka.com/vi-vn/explore/activities/review-ca-hue-tren-song-huong/561840
Lantern Release on the Perfume River
Join the lantern release ceremony during the evening cruise.
Release a lantern on the Perfume River and make a wish while enjoying the peaceful nighttime scenery of Hue.
Meeting Point for the Hue Dinner Cruise
Toa Kham Boat Station
49 Le Loi Street, Phu Hoi, Hue, Vietnam
The dinner cruise starts and ends at Toa Kham Boat Station.
Please check your booking information for the recommended arrival time before the cruise.https://www.google.com/maps/place/B%E1%BA%BFn+thuy%E1%BB%81n+T%C3%B2a+Kh%C3%A2m/@16.4699544,107.5898372,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3141a13b50d9e1a1:0x8a114ed124cbf228!8m2!3d16.4699544!4d107.5924121!16s%2Fg%2F1tgft2v6?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MTAwNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
What’s Included
Your Hue Perfume River Dinner Cruise includes:
- 8-course Vietnamese dinner with Hue specialties
- Private dining table
- Large air-conditioned dragon boat
- 1 complimentary drink — Hue beer or soft drink
- Traditional Hue attire
- Lantern for the release ceremony
- Live Hue folk music performance
What’s Not Included
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Important Information
- This is a group tour with a maximum of 20 participants.
- The dinner is served at a private table, but the boat is shared with other guests.
- The cruise starts and ends at Toa Kham Boat Station.
- The dinner includes 8 courses.
- One complimentary drink is included: Hue beer or a soft drink.
- If you have food allergies or dietary requirements, please inform us in advance so we can check with the restaurant.
- The itinerary may change due to weather conditions, cultural events or unforeseen circumstances.
- If the cruise cannot operate due to weather, natural disasters or flooding, a 100% refund will be provided.
Hue Perfume River Dinner Cruise FAQs
How long is the Hue Perfume River Dinner Cruise?
The scheduled evening experience runs from approximately 18:45 to 20:45, including the welcome experience, dinner, folk music performance and lantern release.
Is this a private cruise?
No. This is a group dinner cruise with a maximum of 20 participants. However, your dinner is served at a private table on board.
Is dinner included?
Yes. An 8-course Vietnamese dinner is included in the experience.
What drink is included?
One complimentary drink is included. Guests can choose Hue beer or a soft drink.
Is Hue folk music included?
Yes. A live performance of traditional Hue folk music is included during the evening experience.
Is the lantern release included?
Yes. Guests can participate in the lantern release ceremony during the cruise.
Where does the dinner cruise start?
The meeting point is Toa Kham Boat Station, 49 Le Loi Street, Phu Hoi, Hue, Vietnam.
Can I request a special diet?
If you have food allergies or dietary requirements, please inform us in advance. We can then check with the restaurant regarding your request.
What happens if the cruise is cancelled because of bad weather?
If the cruise cannot operate because of weather, natural disasters or flooding, a 100% refund will be provided.
Experience Hue by Night on the Perfume River
A Hue Perfume River Dinner Cruise is a relaxing way to experience the city after sunset. With an 8-course Vietnamese dinner, a private table, live Hue folk music, traditional clothing and a lantern release ceremony, the evening combines local food with Hue’s cultural atmosphere.
Whether you are visiting Hue as a couple, with family or as part of a small group, this evening cruise offers a comfortable way to enjoy the Perfume River and experience some of the city’s traditional culture.https://www.getyourguide.com/hue-vietnam-l833/perfume-river-hue-dinner-cruise-live-folk-music-experience-t1171416/?ranking_uuid=01e86702-5e43-4b5a-b952-f39f9ce6295f
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