Azerai La Residence Hue introduces a pair of private cruise boats on the Perfume River, offering one of the most refined and intimate ways to experience this iconic waterway.
At the forefront is Moon River Cruise, a 17-metre (55-foot) vessel distinguished by its classic hardwood detailing, signature red accents, and spacious private lounge areas at both the bow and stern. Its elegant design presents a striking contrast to the crowded and often noisy dragon boats commonly seen in Hue.
Complementing Moon River Cruise is Long Giang Cruise, a more traditional interpretation inspired by Hue’s heritage riverboats. With its understated and graceful design, Long Giang Cruise offers a journey that feels closer to the cultural rhythm of the river, balancing authenticity with comfort.
Locally built and accommodating up to 12 guests, both boats operate a range of curated experiences throughout the day, including afternoon tea, sunset cocktails, breakfast and private dinner cruises. The covered midsection of the boat serves as a dining space in the evening and transforms into a scenic viewing deck during the day.
“If you were to compile a list of essential experiences in Hue, exploring the Perfume River would undoubtedly be among the top. Unlike conventional river excursions, however, our journeys offer a more intimate and refined perspective of the city’s heritage, landscapes and river life,” said General Manager Phan Trọng Minh.
The Afternoon Tea Cruise
- Duration: 60-minute journey on the Perfume River
- Includes: a refined selection of sweet and savoury treats, along with tea, coffee and more
- Suggested time: 15:30 – 16:30
- Vessel: The cruise will be arranged on either the Moon River Cruise or the Long Giang Cruise, subject to availability
- Advance booking of at least 24 hours is required, subject to availability
The Afternoon Tea Cruise + Visit Thien Mu Pagoda
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Includes: afternoon tea experience as above
- Visit Thien Mu Pagoda – built in 1601, its seven-tiered tower symbolises the seven reincarnations of Buddha and is widely regarded as the unofficial symbol of Hue
- Suggested time: 15:30 – 17:30
- Vessel: The cruise will be arranged on either the Moon River Cruise or the Long Giang Cruise, subject to availability
- Advance booking required
The Private Sunset Cocktail Cruise
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Includes: a selection of hand-crafted cocktails, mocktails and canapés
- Suggested time: 17:30 – 18:30
- Vessel: The cruise will be arranged on either the Moon River Cruise or the Long Giang Cruise, subject to availability
- Advance booking required
The Private Sunset Cocktail Cruise + Visit Thien Mu Pagoda
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Includes: cocktails, mocktails and canapés
- Combined with a visit to Thien Mu Pagoda
- Suggested time: 16:30 – 18:30
- Vessel: The cruise will be arranged on either the Moon River Cruise or the Long Giang Cruise, subject to availability
- Advance booking required
The Breakfast Cruise
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Journey: Azerai La Residence – Thien Mu Pagoda – return
- Includes: breakfast selection with sandwiches, bakery, fruits, tea and coffee
- Suggested time: 06:30 – 07:30
- Vessel: The cruise will be arranged on either the Moon River Cruise or the Long Giang Cruise, subject to availability
- Advance booking required
The Private Dinner Cruise
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Journey: Azerai La Residence – Thien Mu Pagoda – return
- Includes: a signature La Residence cocktail upon departure, dinner and dedicated service staff
- Cuisine: Western or Vietnamese fine dining (including green mango salad with sun-dried beef, spicy prawn soup, fried squid with fish sauce, tamarind river prawns, and passion fruit mousse, among others)
- Vessel: The cruise will be arranged on either the Moon River Cruise or the Long Giang Cruise, subject to availability
- A 24-hour advance booking is required: applied for Imperial dinner, Cooking class, Dinner cruise
- A 6-hour advance booking is required: applied to all other menus
