ON THE RIVER · DA NANG RIVER CRUISES
Good da nang river cruises sell their best seats weeks ahead. Below: the 6 to book early, what each fare includes and how they differ once you are aboard.
Spend 50 to 90 minutes on Da Nang’s Han River after dark, passing the Sunworld Wheel, Love Lock Bridge, and Dragon Bridge. Choose a simple cruise with a short Vietnamese dance performance, or add dinner on the second floor. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday departures at 9 PM can include a close view of the Dragon Bridge fire and water show.
“great way to see the city the lights and the dragon bridge”
Board a large cruise ship opposite Novotel on Bach Dang Street for a 90-minute evening ride along Da Nang’s Han River. You’ll see the lit skyline, enjoy a dance performance, and on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, watch Dragon Bridge’s fire and water show from the river. Food and drinks are available to buy onboard.
“We booked the 8:30pm cruise which included the fire show on Friday. The boat was spacious with nice sitting arrangements on the deck with a bar, which had pretty much everything except Coke Zero. Staff was friendly. Cruise lasted 1.5hrs. The unfortunately the fire show in itself was a huge disappointment, the dragon at the Dragon bridge was just smoking … no sign of Fire whatsoever. But the buildings lit up on the banks plus the other boats all lit up made the cruise worthwhile. I can recommend this activity if you have nothing else planned in the evening.”
Board My Xuan Cruise opposite 26 Bach Dang for a short evening ride along Da Nang’s Han River. You’ll see the Dragon Bridge, Love Bridge, and Sun Wheel, with fruit, bottled water, music, karaoke, and a brief traditional dance. Choose 7:15, 8:15, or 9:15, and book the 8:15 sailing on weekends for the best chance of seeing the Dragon Bridge show.
“We had a fantastic experience and are extremely grateful for the opportunity. Despite the weather, we got to see parts of Vietnam and experience snippits of their way of life, which we wouldn't have been able to do without our guide Tham. We had a fantastic experience and are extremely grateful for the opportunity. Despite the weather, we got to see parts of Vietnam and experience their way of life, which we wouldn't have been able to do without our guide.”
See Da Nang after dark from the back of a motorbike with a female local guide. You’ll eat local noodles, visit Dragon Bridge, Love Bridge, APEC Park, and the Sun Wheel area, then take a Han River cruise. Guides including Alana, Stella, Kimnga, Giant, and Moon have led this four-hour private experience.
“Wow what can I say I had no idea what to expect I didn’t know DaNang had such a amazing nightlife!! So beautiful! Stella was the most lovely tour guide I’ve ever experienced she was so friendly helpful and so protective of me and my safety! I Read more”
Board a large cruise ship opposite Da Nang’s Novotel for a 90-minute night ride along the Han River. You’ll see the city lights, watch a welcome dance, and receive a free Sunrise Cocktail. Weekend departures may include Dragon Bridge’s fire and water show. Food and other drinks cost extra, and the English-speaking host can assist with boarding.
“Good view of dragon bridge, pleasant cruise up and down 😌 Seats could have more comfortable, cushions maybe 🤔”
This private evening tour pairs a scooter ride with local guides such as Cindy and Lin, Da Nang’s famous bridges, a light noodle dinner, and a bamboo dragon cruise. You’ll see the Han River, Love Lock Bridge, and Dragon Bridge, with a chance to watch its fire and water show on eligible Friday or weekend evenings.
“Cindy and Lin are simply amazing. The best guides we have had during our stay in Vietnam ❤️🙌”
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