Set Sail with The Merchant River Cruise – Hoi An’s New Luxury Dining Experience

The Merchant River Cruise, Hoi An’s most anticipated luxury dinner cruise experience, will officially set sail in May 2026, bringing an entirely new dimension to evenings on the Thu Bon River. 

Equal parts signature dinner cruise, private events venue, and floating cultural celebration, The Merchant River Cruise, owned by Namia River Retreat, is set to become one of Central Vietnam's most distinctive and sought-after experiences on the water. 

Capacity: Total 90 pax in 2 floors

Opening Hours:

• Morning (07:00 – 10:00): Exclusive Breakfast & Wellness cruises for a mindful start - Charter/ on-request only

• Midday (12:00 – 15:00): Versatile venue for private lunches, wellness retreats, or meetings - Charter/ on-request only

• Evening (17:30 – 20:00): Daily signature Dinner Cruise: modern Vietnamese BBQ at sunset.

• Curated Events: Fully bespoke voyages for your special occasion.

• Hoi An Dinner Cruise: Sunset Cocktails, Modern Vietnamese Buffet & BBQ

Daily departure 17:30 – 20:00

Rooted in seasonal abundance and cultural storytelling, The Merchant River Cruise echoes Hoi An’s legacy as an ancient maritime trading port. Carrying the same mindful dining spirit of The Merchant Restaurant at Namia River Retreat, The Merchant River Cruise offers an intimate, elegantly curated 2.5-hour journey aboard a modern luxury vessel designed for both joyous gatherings and quiet, unhurried evenings.

Experience Highlights:

• Leisurely sundowners with canapés while cruising the Thu Bon River

• Vietnamese harvest buffet & seasonal coastal BBQ

• Local Hoi An market-fresh ingredients and organic farm herbs

• Fresh Lang Co oyster bar, central coast seafood & sustainably sourced meats

• Modern river cruise vessel with air-conditioning and contemporary comforts

• Curated cultural storytelling inspired by local heritage.

• Starting from 2,5 million VND/guest (public rate)

For more information, kindly refer to the following: Flyer, Factsheet, Photos.

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