Water Puppet Show-Cyclo & Dinner On Cruise in Ho Chi Minh City
Description
If you ever find yourself in Ho Chi Minh, catch the Water Puppet Theater. Water Puppets are puppets that dance freely on the water and are firmly rooted in Vietnamese folklore. This traditional Vietnamese water puppet show is enjoyable for both kids and adults. Highlights: - Enjoy the Vietnamese Water Puppet Theater - Explore famous destinations and interact with friendly residents on a Cyclo (three-wheel bicycle) - Have dinner on a scenic cruise along the Saigon River
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Itinerary
Hey there! At 5:30 PM, your friendly tour guide will swing by your hotel to take you on a fun Cyclo ride through the city. You'll experience the traditional Vietnamese three-wheel bicycle and soak in the local way of life. After the ride, we'll head to the Water Puppet Theater, where you can catch a fantastic puppet show on the water with modern music and traditional instruments. You'll learn all about Vietnamese rural folklore and superstitions and maybe even be surprised by some amusing twists in the stories. It's going to be a blast!
At 7:30 PM, we'll hop on a riverboat and enjoy a lovely dinner while cruising along the picturesque Saigon River. At night, we'll take in the beautiful sight of Saigon's skyline and listen to enchanting ancient folk melodies, transporting us back in time. The tour will wrap up at 9:30 PM, and our friendly tour guide will drop you off at your hotel.
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Pickup Locations & Times
If your hotel is not listed or is outside our pickup zone, please let us know. We'll provide an alternative meeting point that works for both sides.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(24)
A really lovely experience on the cyclo, the Water Puppets and an awesome dinner cruise. We couldn't have asked for a better tour guide, ensured all our needs were being met. Would recommend this tour to anyone
Thank you so much for spending time with us. Vietnam is the land of friendly people and its history has amazed millions of travelers all around the world. We treasure your interest in studying this and appreciate that you have chosen us to be your local tour operator. We wish you and your family a nice trip and we look forward to welcoming you back next time
Our night started by being greeted by Nguyen at the front of our hotel. He had 2 cyclo’s waiting to take us on a trip around the city. We then met up with him at the water puppet show which he had our tickets for. Show was amazing. I had no idea what to expect. After the show he took us by taxi to the boat for dinner. Food was delicious and we cruised around the river looking at all the buildings and lights. My husband and I had a great night thanks to all the organisation by Nguyen. Nguyen also talked about some history highlights. Would highly recommend this tour.
That sounds like such a magical evening! 🌙✨ We’re so glad you and your husband enjoyed the cyclo ride, the incredible water puppet show, and the relaxing dinner cruise. Nguyen will be so happy to hear that his organization and history stories made your night even more special. 💛 Thank you for the wonderful recommendation — we’d love to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in Vietnam!
Nhu was an amazing tourist guide. Highly recommended. Food at the cruise was super. Enjoyed the whole tour.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! 😊 We’re so happy to hear that Nhu made your tour experience amazing — she’ll be thrilled to know you appreciated her guidance. And it’s great that you enjoyed the food on the cruise too! Thanks again for the recommendation — we’d love to welcome you back for more adventures soon!
The experience began with a cyclo ride starting right at my hotel, which was incredibly convenient. Riding through the lively streets at a calm pace was a unique way to take in the city. We passed by cultural landmarks as motorcycles and city traffic zipped around us, making the ride feel exciting yet safe and tranquil. Next, we enjoyed the water puppet show, which was truly a cultural highlight. The musicians were excellent, providing a live soundtrack that elevated the experience. Despite the language barrier, the puppets conveyed universal stories that were both entertaining and educational. We learned about fishing, saw playful dragons, pesky cats, beautiful birds, and even a thrilling boat race. The performance was engaging and beautifully set to traditional live music performed exceptionally well. The evening ended with a dinner cruise along the Saigon River. While the food was mediocre at best—not hot and with drinks costing extra—the views and overall experience of being on the river more than made up for it. Watching the illuminated skyline from the boat was peaceful and memorable, making it a wonderful way to wind down the evening. Overall, the combination of history, culture, and scenic relaxation made for a well-rounded and enjoyable experience. Though there was some room for improvement, I’d still highly recommend it for anyone visiting Ho Chi Minh City!
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Show was interesting but not really our cup of tea but really enjoyed the cyclo ride even thought it was raining & the dinner cruise on the Saigon river was great.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused you had experienced. And thank you so much for your time with us. Especially your kind words on our services. Thank you again for being our valued customer. We are grateful for the pleasure of serving you and meeting your needs. We wish you a beautiful holiday.
This was a great tour to end our visit to Ho Chi Minh. The water puppets are a MUST SEE. For dinner, we suggest getting the buffet as there was a variety of foods to choose from. Nhu was also a wonderful tour guide! He was very kind and happy to answer questions about the history of the water puppets and the city. Nhu made sure that we were taken care of throughout the whole evening. He even recommended some other hidden gems to visit in the city! Thank you! 😊
We appreciate your choosing to experience with us. We simply want to express our gatitude for your support of our company.
The first half of the tour was perfect. I was picked up at my hotel and had a delightfully scenic trip around Ho Chi Minh City. Then to the Puppet show which was charming. The big disappointment was the dinner cruise. Very touristy. I entered the ship and was seated at 7:40. It took forever to get service. By 9 pm I was given my check and no dessert. I asked for dessert and it was a small piece of pineapple and a thin, small piece of watermelon. The food was ok. Too much of it truthfully. Entertainment cheesy. The problem was the timing. Basically we could have stayed docked for all I saw as we exited the ship at 9:15. The was no opportunity to see the skyline which is why I did the cruise instead of just go to a restaurant. So, if it could have ended after the puppet show I would have been happier.
We are sorry to hear about your poor experience. As a testament to our strive for perfection, we have taken steps to ensure that this will never happen again. We hope you could give us another chance to fix it. See you soon.
Excellent presentation, Amazing performance so difficult to find out how the actors do the show inside he water all the time. Congratulations it is and amazing presentation. Must see it.
Thank you so much for your time with us. Especially your kind words on our services. We tell ourselves each day that we have to satisfy those customers whom came with us far or near not just the benefit but to the trust that they had spent here in view of millions of operators that are offering the same. Our itinerary is set based on our experience about the land and the joys of traveling so that we would like to bring the new feelings and new expectations. We wish you health and we would like to welcome you and your friends back here sooner than most.
All of it was wonderful the guide was friendly and informative Water puppet show was a fabulous experience Dinner was excellent
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The puppet show was entertaining and the cruise and the food on the cruise was nice.The show was full house and even the cruise was full but the staff there was attentive .
Dear guests, We are delighted to see your sharing here. We can promise to continue providing excellent services and unique things for future bookings. Appreciate! Best,
