Saigon Evening: Water Puppet Show & Dinner Cruise Experience
About this activity
Highlights
- Experience traditional Vietnamese water puppet show
- Enjoy a buffet dinner with local and international dishes
- Cruise along the Saigon River at night
- Round-trip hotel transportation included
- Discover Vietnamese culture and cuisine
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip hotel transportation
- Traditional Vietnamese water puppet show
- Buffet dinner with local and international dishes
- Alcoholic beverages
Itinerary
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Vietnamese water puppetry. This unique art form, deeply rooted in the spiritual traditions of Vietnam, comes to life before your eyes in a mesmerizing aquatic theatre. Watch in wonder as skilled puppeteers, hidden behind a screen, manipulate wooden puppets using long bamboo rods and intricate string mechanisms beneath the water's surface. As the puppets dance across their liquid stage, you'll be treated to the melodious sounds of a traditional Vietnamese orchestra. The air fills with the soulful vocals of singers from North Vietnam, their lyrics weaving tales of rural life and ancient legends. Though performed in Vietnamese, the visual spectacle transcends language barriers, offering an hour of colorful entertainment that provides a window into Vietnam's rich cultural heritage
From the deck of your cruise boat, witness Saigon's transformation as day turns to night. The city comes alive with twinkling lights, its landmarks illuminated against the dark sky. This unique vantage point offers unparalleled views of iconic structures and the bustling waterfront, painting a picture of a city where tradition and modernity coexist in harmony.
Important information
Know before you book
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in the price.
- The water puppet show is performed in Vietnamese; English translations may be limited.
- Alcoholic beverages are not included in the buffet dinner.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear for the evening.
- Bring a camera to capture the scenic views and performances.
- Be prepared for a buffet-style dinner with a variety of dishes.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
Traveler reviews
Great water puppet show
The puppet show was excellent! Great musicians and puppeteers. Our tour guide and driver were great! The cruise food was very good. I gave it a 4 because the cruise really needs an 18 year old and above only dining area. There were multiple unruly small children running up on the stage and people coming in and out of the live entertainment area, that didn’t pay for that portion of the cruise. Also, the first entertainment of the evening were belly dancers with Middle Eastern music? That was unexpected. That performance caught us off guard and did not align with the atmosphere we were expecting. We were also uncomfortable with how scantily clad the performers were, as it was not the type of entertainment or atmosphere we were anticipating. We much preferred the second act that came out. They were traditional Vietnamese musicians, but we couldn’t enjoy them because the small children were running up onto the stage and many people from other parts of the ship were coming in that room and blocking our view.
Saigon River Cruise
Thank you Anna and Mr Phat. The drive in (whist short) was during peak hour in Ho Chi Min City and Anna was very friendly and knowledgeable. Meal was nice, and the views from the river is stunning.
Good Experience
The saigon evening is good experience. The water puppet interesting. Tuco is good tour guide. Introducing many things and history and culture.
An excellent night
Tuco is a good tour guide. He introduced a lot of information and history during the tour. It’s a great night, I enjoyed so much.
Get your guide with Tuco!
Tuco is an amazing guide! Thank you so much. The show was extraordinary. The cruise - marvellous. They cared about my vegetarian preference. The overall experience was fantastic. Tuco explained everything to us and gave us a lot of information about the place. We really felt so welcomed. Totally recommended.