Discover the breathtaking beauty of group lantern releases in Vietnam – the ultimate bucket-list moment for solo travelers. Join a perfectly organized Vietnam Tours package by Legend Travel Group and share this magical night with like-minded explorers. Only 10% deposit required!
Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years of experience guiding more than 100,000 international travelers across Southeast Asia. This guide is crafted from firsthand knowledge and thousands of solo traveler reviews collected by Legend Travel Group since 2008 – the pioneer in designing small-group Vietnam Tours specially created for independent adventurers who love to travel with new friends.
=> Vietnam - 10 Days. Departure every Monday from Hanoi
=> Vietnam - 12 Days. Departure every Saturday from Hanoi
=> Vietnam and Cambodia - 12 Days. Departure every Monday from Hanoi
=> Vietnam - 10 Days. Departure every Monday from Saigon
=> Vietnam - 12 Days. Departure every Saturday from Saigon
=> Vietnam and Cambodia - 14 Days. Departure every Saturday from Hanoi
The moment solo travelers never forget (Source: Internet)Floating hundreds of glowing lanterns together under a starlit sky while surrounded by fellow travelers who instantly become friends – this is the moment solo travelers talk about for years.
Legend Travel Group has been organizing unforgettable group lantern release experiences since 2008, knowing exactly how to create that perfect mix of magic, safety, and new friendships. When you join one of our carefully designed Vietnam Tours, you don’t just watch lanterns – you become part of a beautiful shared memory with like-minded solo explorers from around the world.
Every 14th day of the lunar month (Full Moon Festival), Hoi An turns off all electric lights and becomes illuminated only by thousands of silk lanterns.
Our small-group Vietnam Tours include:
Private boat on the Thu Bon River at golden hour
Personal lantern with your own wish written on it
Professional photographer to capture your moment
Welcome drink & Vietnamese sweets on board
Maximum 12 travelers per boat – perfect for making instant friends
Far from the crowds, our exclusive partners allow Legend Travel Group guests to release lanterns on the peaceful red bridge – a privilege few tourists ever experience.
Imagine floating lanterns between towering karsts while fireflies dance around you – an experience exclusive to our Trang An boat tours.
Join our private group for a lantern release at the exact spot where Vietnamese emperors once held ceremonies – available only on our Central Vietnam packages.
Write your dreams – watch them float to the sky (Source: Internet)Solo Travelers – never feel alone
Hand-picked lantern release locations away from mass tourism
English-speaking tour leader + local expert who knows the best photo spots
All equipment provided (high-quality silk lanterns, lighters, life jackets)
Professional photos & videos delivered within 48 hours
Only 10% deposit – pay the balance 30 days before departure (total peace of mind)
24/7 WhatsApp support from the moment you book
Hanoi → Ninh Binh → Halong Bay → Hoi An (Full Moon Lantern Festival) → Ho Chi Minh → Mekong Delta
Special full-moon departure guarantees the famous Hoi An lantern release
From $1,299 – only 10% deposit
Hanoi → Halong Bay → Hoi An (private lantern release) → Ho Chi Minh
Perfect for first-time visitors
From $999 – only 10% deposit
Hanoi → Halong → Hoi An → Ho Chi Minh → Siem Reap (Angkor Wat sunrise + floating village lantern release)
Best of both countries for independent travelers
From $1,799 – only 10% deposit
Hanoi → Ninh Binh → Sapa → Ha Giang (exclusive mountain lantern release)
Off-the-beaten-path adventure
From $899 – only 10% deposit
Travel alone – never feel alone (Source: Internet)Write your wish on the lantern before lighting – tradition says it will come true
Release gently with both hands and make eye contact with your new travel friends – instant bonding moment
Never blow out the flame – let it rise naturally
Take off shoes when stepping onto the boat (we provide baskets)
Wear white or light colors – photographs beautifully against glowing lanterns
5:30 PM – Meet your small group & tour leader at a charming café
6:00 PM – Walking tour of lantern-lit streets with local stories
7:00 PM – Private boat with welcome drink & Vietnamese sweets
7:30 PM – Lantern lighting ceremony together as a group
8:00 PM – Thousands of lanterns floating around you while sharing stories with new friends
9:00 PM – Rooftop bar with your new travel family (optional but 99% join!)
Royal treatment for our small groups only (Source: Internet)Only 10% deposit to secure your spot
Free date changes up to 45 days before departure
Full refund if plans change (conditions apply)
24/7 emergency support
Join thousands of happy solo travelers since 2008
Your included souvenir photos – no phone can capture this (Source: Internet)★★★★★ “The most beautiful night of my life. I came alone but left with 12 new friends.” – Sarah, Switzerland
★★★★★ “I’ve done lantern releases before, but never with such a perfectly organized small group. Worth every penny.” – James, Australia
★★★★★ “As a solo female traveler, I felt completely safe and made friends for life.” – Lisa, Germany
Ready to create your own magical lantern release memory with new friends from around the world?
Join one of our specially designed Vietnam Tours for solo travelers – only 10% deposit required!
Visit https://www.legendtravelgroup.com to secure your spot today.
By Legend Travel Group – Creating lifelong memories for solo travelers since 2008
Favorite experiences booked by travelers