Experience combined travel with the 3 most special shows in Vietnam

24 April 2024 Admin
According to the 2023 Report from The General Department of Tourism, combined travel nowadays occupied about 209% of total tourists who came to VIetnam.

It can be said that tourists in the modern days not only want to travel to relax or explore, but also to experience interesting activities in that place. Many tourist spots now feature cultural shows, making the combination of leisure and entertainment a growing trend among visitors

Vietnam offers a wide range of spectacular live performances that captivate both local and international audiences. Here are three of the most popular and visually stunning Hoi An shows—be sure to check them out if you're planning to visit Hoi An, Hanoi, or Phu Quoc!

1. What is combined travel?

Combined travel is a type of travel that combines two or more types of travel in one trip. The purpose of this travel is to create a unique travel experience and fulfill varied needs from tourists. Combined travel usually have these popular one such as:

  • Leisure and Exploration Travel: Tourists can enjoy their time at the resort and the other explore the local spots.
  • Culture and Ecology Travel: Tourists can visit some historical, cultural monuments and experience some outdoors activities such as climbing, trekking,...etc
  • MICE Travel (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions): Tourists attend meetings, conferences, exhibitions and visit the location that the event attended.  
  • Art Performances Travel: Tourists can rest in resorts and participate in festivals, art performances during their travel. 

Combined tourism has become well-known because of these advantages:

  • Unique travel experience: tourists can enjoy many different activities in one trip, making it interesting and memorable.
  • Fulfill varied needs from tourists: combined travel has fulfilled different needs from tourists, from resort-lovers to exploration and experience enjoyers. 
  • Cost-saving: Tourists can cut costs when choosing combined travel in one trip.

Read more: Explore 11 unforgettable places to visit in Hoi An

2. Three Live Shows that tourists should check when choosing combined travel

Vietnam is not short of impressive art programs, but shows with significant investment and content that touch the audience's emotions are quite rare. Below are three live performances that are not only famous within the country but have also gained worldwide acclaim. Let’s explore them together!

2.1 Hoi An Memories: Recreating history and culture of Hoi An Ancient Town

Even though the show debuted on March 18th 2018 and “frozen” for 2 years because of COVID-19 pandemic, the Memories of Hoi An Show has quickly become a “global phenomenon” that attracts countless tourists to see. By using the traditional “ao dai” as the speech for the show, combining modern stage arrangements, the live show of Hoi An Memories has lead audience back in time, travel back to Hoi An in the 16th-17th century. On stage, beautiful ao dai smoothly and swiftly shifting around, telling the story of ups and downs in Hoi An Ancient Town for 400 years - a place where cultural exchange, a place where Vietnam has stepped foot on the silk road. Here is some basic information of the Memories of Hoi An Show:

Live Memories of Hoi An Show: reenacting history and culture of Hoi An Ancient Town

Live Memories of Hoi An Show

Location

Hoi An Memories Land, 200 Nguyen Tri Phuong St, Hoi An, Quang Nam

Contents

Live Memories of Hoi An Show will offer audiences with a satisfying and memorable experience. Hoi An Memories consists with 5 acts for 60 minutes, leading audiences through the golden point of time and love stories that are tethered to Quang Nam for more than 4 centuries.  


  • 5 Main Acts:
  • Birth of Existence: Picturing the Hoi An from the start and their activities and tradition of the ancient Hoi An people. 
  • Wedding: Reenact the wedding of Princess Huyen Tran and Champa King Che Man. This is reviewed as the most majestic part of the show.
  • Lights and Sea: The loyal love story of a couple, one is a Faifonian girl waiting for her man, a sailor who travels across the sea for years. This is reviewed as the most emotional part.
  • Integration: The bustle atmosphere of Faifo Port in the cultural exchange era. This is reviewed as the most bustling and exciting part.
  • Ao Dai: The blooming traditional and modern Hoi An, even though the flow of ups and downs still remains its peace and quiet beauty.

  • Theme: Love, Patriot, Unity, Beauty of Culture and History of Hoi An 
  • Stagecraft: Modern sounds and lights, along with the stage technique, creating an impressive effect on stage
  • Large stage: 25.000m2, recreating Hoi An realistically 
  • Actors: About 500 talented actors, giving the best show ever.

Performance Schedule

20h (or 8 PM) every nights except Tuesdays.

Time

60 minutes with 5 main performances

Price

  • ECO: 350.000VND - 600.000VND (Adults); 120.000VND - 150.000VND (Children) 
  • HIGH: 500.000VND - 750.000VND (Adults); 240.000VND - 300.000VND (Children)
  • VIP: 950.000VND - 1.200.000VND (Adults); 480.000VND - 600.000VND (Children)

Featured Awards

  • 17/7/2019: “Leading Historical Spectacle Show” Awards from Best Hotels - Resorts Awards by The Wanderlust Tips
  • 26/9/2019: “The Best Cultural & Historical Art Performance” Awards from The Guide Awards 2019
  • The Travellers’ Choice 2021 Awards from TripAdvisor
  • A major contributor for Hoi An Memories Land with its “The Best Cultural, Tourism & Entertainment Complex in The World 2023”
  • Other records from Vietnam Guiness Records: The Biggest Stage with 25.000m2 in area & The Most Actors in One Performance in Vietnam with almost 500 actors.

The spectacular stage of Live Memories of Hoi An Show

The spectacular stage of Live Memories of Hoi An Show

The Live Memories of Hoi An Show (Hoi An Memories Land) is more than just an art show; it's an emotional journey that allows visitors to explore the history, culture, and noble values of Hoi An. Through captivating performances, guests can admire the beauty of traditional áo dài, immerse themselves in enchanting music and light displays, and relive the glorious historical moments of the ancient town.

With Hoi An Memories, visitors not only enjoy entertainment but also gain insights into the history, culture, and people of Vietnam. This unique artistic program offers an unforgettable

>> See more: Contacts for tickets to Memories of Hoi An Show 

Memories of Hoi An Show is an emotional journey

Memories of Hoi An Show is an emotional journey

2.2 Northern Essence: A unique experience of Northern culture

Proudly being the first live show in Vietnam, the Northern Essence Show  is organized with the mission of celebrating Vietnamese cultural beauty, making it a must-see for any visitor to Hanoi. Here is some basic information about the Northern Essence Live Show.

Northern Essence Live Show

Location

Top of Da Phuc Village, Baara Land, Quoc Oai, Hanoi

Contents 

The Northern Essence Show is like a vivid, multi-colored painting, crafting a symphony that touches the soul with the culture and people of Northern Vietnam. Its six acts are like six emotional fragments, guiding the audience on a journey through the invaluable treasures of heritage.

  • 6 main acts
  • Poetics: The romantic poems that painted the peaceful Northern villages.
  • Buddhism: Lead you to the spiritual dimension with the melodious bells of the peaceful road.
  • Nostalgic: Reminding the past, with many beautiful traditions.
  • Musical art: A tribute to the art of music and painting, showcasing the exquisite beauty in the soul of the Vietnamese people.
  • Delight: Brings joy to everyday life and the zest of hard work.
  • Festival Day: A dazzling finale that recreates the vibrant, energetic atmosphere of a festive celebration.

  • Stage is the 4.300m2 lake
  • Actors: 250 actors

Schedule

Saturdays, from 19h30 to 20h45 (7:30 PM to 8:45 PM)

Time

75 minutes with 6 acts 

Price

  • Silver: 400.000VND (Adults); 200.000VND (Children)
  • Gold: 500.000VND (Adults); 250.000VND (Children)
  • Platinum: 800.000VND (Adults); 400.000VND (Children)

Featured Awards

  • 17/7/2019: “Leading Historical Spectacle Show” Awards from Best Hotels - Resorts Awards by The Wanderlust Tips.
  • Golden Stevie Asian Pacific Awards.
  • An Oscar Awards for Business by The New York Post with the “Renovation in Media, Visual Tradition and Entertainment” Awards
  • “The Biggest Water Stage in Vietnam” - “The Most Farmer Actors Show in Vietnam “ by the Vietnam Guinness Records

If you are fascinated by exploring the culture, people, and customs of ancient Northern Vietnam, Northern Essence  is the show for you.

Read more: One of the Vietnamese shows that you should not miss

Northern Essence Live Show painted the touching colorful symphony about the Northern culture and people

Northern Essence Live Show painted the touching colorful symphony about the Northern culture and people

2.3 Colors of Venice: Inspired Show from the romantic city of Venice

The *Colors of Venice* performance in Phu Quoc is renowned for its grand scale and its significance in conveying the desire for happiness and spreading joy. This live-action show, performed on water, offers a spectacular experience. Here is some basic information about the *Colors of Venice* show.

Colors of Venice Live Show

Location 

Lake of Love - Grand World Phu Quoc

Contents

*Colors of Venice* is a magical emotional journey that takes the audience on an adventure to the romantic and mysterious city of Venice.


  • The six acts of the performance are like six different emotional levels, guiding the audience from one surprise to the next:

  • Enchanted Night: The majestic and enchanted night of Venice at night.
  • Dance of Venice: Energetic and colorful scene, recreating the bustling festival atmosphere. 
  • Painting of Lovers: The romantic love story with chilling melodies and poetic scenes.
  • The Lunatic Dance: A charming and majestic show under the moon
  • The Dream: A message for hope and trust to the future
  • Moonlight Dance: The beautiful ending, closing the emotional and impressing journey
  • Water Stage with modern LED lights, 3D Mapping to the enchanting fog.

Schedule

21:30 - 22:00 everyday 

Time

30 minutes with 6 beautiful performances 

Price

  • Free

Featured Awards

  • Vietnam Guinness Records: The biggest multi-media on water live show in Vietnam, inspired by European cultural essence.

With the combination of cutting-edge performance technology seamlessly integrated with high-intensity content inspired by European cultural treasures, *Colors of Venice* in Phu Quoc takes visitors on a journey of unique discoveries. This show will be a fantastic start to a complete and joyful trip to Phu Quoc for tourists.

Read more: Top 4 Mesmerizing Hoi An Performances that captivate travelers

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Colors  is a emotional and magical journey, leading audiences to the romantic and mysterious journey of Veniceof Venice

Here are three popular live-action shows in Vietnam that tourists should not miss during their artistic combined travel. Each show has its own unique regulations and special offers, so if you're interested in a specific program, please contact the respective organization through their Fanpage or Website for more information. We wish you a memorable artistic-combined travel, filled with valuable moments!

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