ZEN TOUR & RELEASE OF FLOWER LANTERNS AT SUNSET ON CO CO RIVER
Green travel experience – Peaceful & profound in the heart of Hoi An

Overview

Leave the crowded old town to find a peaceful memory on the legendary Co Co River. The 3-hour private tour takes you to the quiet space of Cam An village - where each floating flower lantern is a prayer for peace, each rowing stroke is a connection between people and nature. This is a unique cultural - spiritual - meditative tourism experience, only available at Co Co Cam An Tourism - Green Heritage.
🕒 Detailed tour schedule +
• 17:00 – Pick up guests at Cam An wharf – Introduction to Co Co river and lantern releasing ceremony.
• 17:15 – Meditation by the riverbank – Deep breathing, listening to the wind, guided mindfulness meditation.
• 17:45 – Board a traditional wooden boat – Paddle gently along the river, watching the sunset.
• 18:00 – Lantern Releasing Ceremony – Releasing many lanterns carrying wishes for yourself and your loved ones.
• 18:30 – Enjoy folk songs & herbal tea – Sing folk songs, tell stories about the fishing village, enjoy tea and country cakes.
• 19:00 – Meet and chat with locals – Learn to fold coconut flowers and leaves, listen to village stories.
• 19:30 – End of trip – Return guests to the original pier, give souvenir photos.
Tour price & Suggested service package +
Service Package Adult Price Child Price (6–11 years old) Note
Private Tour 750,000 VND/person 50% of adult Maximum 6 guests/boat
Small Group Tour 550,000 VND/person 50% of adult Maximum 10 guests/boat
VIP Tour – Special Zen & Lanterns 1,100,000 VND/person - Including detox drink & souvenir
🎁 Included in the price
• Traditional wooden boats & local boatmen
• Bilingual tour guide (Vietnamese - English)
• Riverside meditation & lantern releasing ceremony
• Herbal tea, traditional drinks & country cakes
• Travel insurance & safety life jackets
• Environmentally friendly lantern making tools
❌ Not included +
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (can be booked additionally, 150,000 VND/way/car)
• Personal expenses & other drinks
• Tip (depending on your generosity)
⚠️ Note before participating +
• Tour duration: 3 hours (17:00 – 19:30)
• Location: Cam An Wharf, ~10 minutes from Hoi An Ancient Town
• Clothing: Should dress lightly, avoid wearing valuables
• Tour suitable for all ages, including children
• Environmentally friendly lanterns