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Vietnam & Cambodia 8 Day Mekong River Cruise

Vietnam & Cambodia 8 Day Mekong River Cruise

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Embark on a luxurious journey through the heart of the Mekong Delta starting from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap, aboard the opulent Mekong Navigator cruise ship. This 8-day voyage offers an immersive experience into the rich culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes of Vietnam and Cambodia. From the verdant scenes of My Tho and the artisanal crafts of Cai Be, to the historic charm of Sa Dec and serene My An Hung village, guests are treated to a plethora of engaging activities and excursions. Crossing into Cambodia, the journey takes a somber turn with visits to the Choeung Ek killing fields and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, before celebrating Cambodian culture through traditional dances in Phnom Penh. The adventure continues with tuk-tuk tours of the Royal Palace and the National Museum, a spiritual water blessing in Wat Roka Kaong, and a visit to the timeless village of Opopel, culminating in a heartfelt farewell before disembarking in Kampong Cham and transferring to Siem Reap. This trip not only promises the wonders of the Mekong but also an intimate look at the soul of two fascinating countries.

Trip Name
Vietnam & Cambodia 8 Day Mekong River Cruise
Days
8
Overview
Vessel Type: River Expedition Length: 70 meters Passenger Capacity: 68 Built: 2014 Step into a bygone era of charming and nostalgic sophistication enhanced by luxurious modern amenities. Offering an outstanding selection of 34 spacious and indulgent suites with meticulous attention to every modern detail and comfort. Onboard facilities The Mekong Navigator also features an extensive sun deck, atmospheric dining room and lounge area with bar, library, internet lounge and fitness centre with spa. Restaurant, Bar and Lounge Le Salon is the ideal place to meet up with friends to recount another day of adventure or to simply admire the passing scenery while enjoying the unrivalled hospitality for which this region is known. The casual but elegant Le Marche restaurant offers a gastronomic journey of regional signature dishes as well as a selection of western alternatives with complimentary wine at dinner. Library While on board, guests stay connected with friends and family through wifi provided in La Bibliotheque. For those who prefer to leave the electronic age behind, the library also offer guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in a wide selection of books from many authors who were enchanted by Indochina. Sundeck Cool down and watch the world go by from the comfort of shaded sun loungers and wide choice of seating areas on the Sun Deck. Calm down with a freshly squeezed juice at sunrise to begin your day or simply slow down with a personalised cocktail to accompany another incredible sunset. Spa and Fitness Enjoy a workout in the well-equipped gym or simply indulge in a treatment at our spa La Vie, choosing from aromatherapy treatments, body wraps, traditional and western massage.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1: MY THO / EMBARKATION
 In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic drive from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho port, South Vietnam. From there, you will begin your journey aboard the luxurious Mekong Navigator cruise ship. After settling into your well-appointed suite/cabin, that evening, following a welcome reception, safety briefing, and introduction to key members of our crew, a delicious Vietnamese ‘Mekong Delta’ Welcome Dinner is served in Le Marche Dining Room.
Day 2 - Day 2: CAI BE - SA DEC
 In Cai Be, board the rowing boat with rower in conical hats for an enjoyable excursion along the lovely canals of the Mekong Delta with beautiful scenes. After finishing the rowing, the sampan will cruise on a tapestry of waterways bringing us to a cottage factory where industrious artisans produce rice paper, rice wine and popped rice. There’s a selection of postcards, souvenirs, and beautiful oil paintings on sale. Continue into the long and narrow canals of Cai Be towards Cau Xeo with many photo opportunities of rice barges, rice husking mills, water palm thatching cottages, temples, etc. along the cruise. On return to the ship, an elegant buffet lunch is served while sailing upstream through tranquil riverine scenery towards Sa Dec.This afternoon, your sampans return for a leisurely, scenic navigation of the narrow canals of the Mekong, where you will observe daily routines of the villagers en route to the historic town of Sa Dec.  In the town of Sa Dec you visit the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, the inspiration of Marguerite Duras' novel, L'Amant (The Lover), as well as the Chinese Temple - Kien An Cung which was built in honor of the Huynh Thuy Le Family. From there, you will begin a walk through the town's market, where you experience the sights, sounds, smells and provides you wonderful photo opportunities of the colorful fresh produce, meat, live fish and seafood for sale.
Day 3 - Day 3: MY AN HUNG - LONG KHANH A ISLAND
 This morning, we make a short journey from ship to shore by traditional sampan, visiting a typical evergreen farming village on the Mekong Delta, the My An Hung village. We walk through the verdant village, interact with villagers, enjoy fresh coconut in the garden… A local family would invite us for some honey tea and fruit while we enjoy the “don ca tai tu” folk music, followed by an impressive VOVINAM Vietnam Martial Arts performed by the teenagers of the village.In the afternoon, your sampans will bring you to the local island village of Long Khanh A (Hong Ngu district), not far from the Vietnam - Cambodia border. Hong Ngu produces a large number of the traditional, Khmer scarves exported to Cambodia. Woven in many homes around the village, you will have the opportunity to see the weaving process at several homes. Some villagers are also embroidery artists, displaying their art in and around the homes. The inhabitants of this area had only encountered one western visitor prior to the arrival of the Mekong Navigator, and are especially friendly and welcoming. Before returning to the sampans, we will walk around this evergreen island and visit the home of a local War Veteran.
Day 4 - Day 4: DAY TO RELAX & ENJOY THE SHIP / BORDER CROSSING
 This morning we sail upstream to enjoy a leisurely cruise and taking in the sights along the Mekong River reaching Phnom Penh in late afternoon. Some cultural activities are planned on board (introduction of tropical fruits and fruit tasting, demonstration of Vietnamese spring roll making, introduction of traditional Cambodian costumes).In the evening, before dinner, there is a cocktail and sabering time hosted by our Captain.
Day 5 - Day 5: PHNOM PENH
 In the morning, learn more about the darkest days of Cambodian history. After a scenic 45-minute drive from the ship, you arrive at the Choeung Ek killing fields, where you may walk through the fields, visit the small museum and Buddhist memorial stupa, and learn more about the atrocities committed during the Khmer Rouge regime. Before returning to the ship, there is a visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (also known as S-21), the former school converted to the main prison and torture headquarters of the Khmer Rouge. After returning to the ship from the S-21, enjoy a free afternoon in Phnom Penh - shopping, dining at one of the many wonderful restaurants, or exploring the city independently.(There is a scheduled shuttle coach with your local guide provided from the Port to the Central Market for your shopping time).Pre-dinner cultural entertainment is provided on the Sun Deck as guests enjoy a performance by local children of Apsara, the Khmer national dance and other traditional folk dances.
Day 6 - Day 6: PHNOM PENH
 After breakfast on board this morning, Tuk Tuk drivers meet you on the pier for an exciting morning tour of the best sites in Phnom Penh. You are gently transported along the riverfront to the Royal Palace complex which is the official residence of the King of Cambodia, where you enjoy a leisure walk through the grounds. After viewing the Throne Hall and Moonlight Pavilion, you visit the famous Silver Pagoda, home of Cambodia's Emerald Buddha and the Maitreya Buddha, which is encrusted with more than 9,000 diamonds. Your Tuk Tuk is waiting outside to take you on the short ride to the open-air National Museum, Cambodia’s largest museum of cultural history with one of the world’s largest collections of Khmer art and ceramics as well as Angkorian and pre-Angkorian artefacts, excavated at the Angkor Temple complex at Siem Reap, as well as other areas around Cambodia.After returning to the ship, enjoy a free afternoon in Phnom Penh.
Day 7 - DAY 7: WAT ROKA KAONG - OPOPEL VILLAGE - KAMPONG CHAM
 This morning we will visit Wat Roka Kaong. Based on archaeologists’ statements this Temple complex was built in 1840. Some parts of the building were made by wood and have been renovated 1998. An emerald statue was found during the renovation believed to be over 180 years old and given this Wat its second name Wat KeoMoni Chort (Emerald). In front of the two Golden Buddhist Columns (53meter tall), where two temples, the north temple called Preah Keo Preah Kor and the south temple called BakSei Chamkrong. Unfortunately, Baksei Chamkrong temple was destroyed by a landslide in 2020. Enjoy wandering around this temple complex and then proceed to the Main Pagoda.Upon entering the beautiful and colourful Main Pagoda, we receive a traditional water blessing from the local monks. This afternoon we have a visit to the rural and charming village of Opopel, with its stilted houses and grazing Brahim cows seeking the shade of banana trees. You feel a sense of timelessness here, witnessing the rhythm of rural life. A visit is made to the home of a local family who discusses their lifestyle, then onto the local school to join children in their classroom giving you a glimpse a typical Cambodian school day. A leisurely stroll through the village offers an opportunity to take photos of this place that time has forgotten. On your way back we make a brief stop at the local monastery.In the evening, you gather in the Sun Deck in front of the Le Salon Lounge for a Farewell Reception with the entire crew, before enjoying a Cambodian Farewell Dinner in Le Marche Dining Room.
Day 8 - Day 8: KAMPONG CHAM / DISEMBARKATION - SIEM REAP
 Following breakfast, you say goodbye to the crew as you disembark the cruise and transfer from Kampong Cham to Siem Reap, Cambodia, with a lunch stop, arriving in Siem Reap in the afternoon.
Day 9 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
13-10-202420-10-2024USD $3,499Superior Suite
13-10-202420-10-2024USD $3,999Vista Suite
13-10-202420-10-2024USD $4,599Signature Suite
13-10-202420-10-2024USD $5,299Prestige Suite
13-10-202420-10-2024USD $6,299Grande Suite
27-10-202403-11-2024USD $3,499Superior Suite
27-10-202403-11-2024USD $3,999Vista Suite
27-10-202403-11-2024USD $4,599Signature Suite
27-10-202403-11-2024USD $5,299Prestige Suite
27-10-202403-11-2024USD $6,299Grande Suite
17-11-202424-11-2024USD $3,499Superior Suite
17-11-202424-11-2024USD $3,999Vista Suite
17-11-202424-11-2024USD $4,599Signature Suite
17-11-202424-11-2024USD $5,299Prestige Suite
17-11-202424-11-2024USD $6,299Grande Suite
24-11-202401-12-2024USD $3,499Superior Suite
24-11-202401-12-2024USD $3,999Vista Suite
24-11-202401-12-2024USD $4,599Signature Suite
24-11-202401-12-2024USD $5,299Prestige Suite
24-11-202401-12-2024USD $6,299Grande Suite
22-12-202429-12-2024USD $3,499Superior Suite
22-12-202429-12-2024USD $3,999Vista Suite
22-12-202429-12-2024USD $4,599Signature Suite
22-12-202429-12-2024USD $5,299Prestige Suite
22-12-202429-12-2024USD $6,299Grande Suite
29-12-202405-01-2025USD $3,499Superior Suite
29-12-202405-01-2025USD $3,999Vista Suite
29-12-202405-01-2025USD $4,599Signature Suite
29-12-202405-01-2025USD $5,299Prestige Suite
29-12-202405-01-2025USD $6,299Grande Suite
05-01-202512-01-2025USD $3,499Superior Suite
05-01-202512-01-2025USD $3,999Vista Suite
05-01-202512-01-2025USD $4,599Signature Suite
05-01-202512-01-2025USD $5,299Prestige Suite
05-01-202512-01-2025USD $6,299Grande Suite
26-01-202502-02-2025USD $3,499Superior Suite
26-01-202502-02-2025USD $3,999Vista Suite
26-01-202502-02-2025USD $4,599Signature Suite
26-01-202502-02-2025USD $5,299Prestige Suite
26-01-202502-02-2025USD $6,299Grande Suite
23-02-202502-03-2025USD $3,499Superior Suite
23-02-202502-03-2025USD $3,999Vista Suite
23-02-202502-03-2025USD $4,599Signature Suite
23-02-202502-03-2025USD $5,299Prestige Suite
23-02-202502-03-2025USD $6,299Grande Suite
02-03-202509-03-2025USD $3,499Superior Suite
02-03-202509-03-2025USD $3,999Vista Suite
02-03-202509-03-2025USD $4,599Signature Suite
02-03-202509-03-2025USD $5,299Prestige Suite
02-03-202509-03-2025USD $6,299Grande Suite
16-03-202523-03-2025USD $3,499Superior Suite
16-03-202523-03-2025USD $3,999Vista Suite
16-03-202523-03-2025USD $4,599Signature Suite
16-03-202523-03-2025USD $5,299Prestige Suite
16-03-202523-03-2025USD $6,299Grande Suite
30-03-202506-04-2025USD $3,499Superior Suite
30-03-202506-04-2025USD $3,999Vista Suite
30-03-202506-04-2025USD $4,599Signature Suite
30-03-202506-04-2025USD $5,299Prestige Suite
30-03-202506-04-2025USD $6,299Grande Suite
13-04-202520-04-2025USD $2,699Superior Suite
13-04-202520-04-2025USD $3,199Vista Suite
13-04-202520-04-2025USD $3,499Signature Suite
13-04-202520-04-2025USD $3,999Prestige Suite
13-04-202520-04-2025USD $4,699Grande Suite
20-04-202527-04-2025USD $2,699Superior Suite
20-04-202527-04-2025USD $3,199Vista Suite
20-04-202527-04-2025USD $3,499Signature Suite
20-04-202527-04-2025USD $3,999Prestige Suite
20-04-202527-04-2025USD $4,699Grande Suite
14-10-202521-10-2025USD $3,899Superior Suite
14-10-202521-10-2025USD $4,399Vista Suite
14-10-202521-10-2025USD $5,099Signature Suite
14-10-202521-10-2025USD $5,899Prestige Suite
14-10-202521-10-2025USD $6,999Grande Suite
21-10-202528-10-2025USD $3,899Superior Suite
21-10-202528-10-2025USD $4,399Vista Suite
21-10-202528-10-2025USD $5,099Signature Suite
21-10-202528-10-2025USD $5,899Prestige Suite
21-10-202528-10-2025USD $6,999Grande Suite
11-11-202518-11-2025USD $3,899Superior Suite
11-11-202518-11-2025USD $4,399Vista Suite
11-11-202518-11-2025USD $5,099Signature Suite
11-11-202518-11-2025USD $5,899Prestige Suite
11-11-202518-11-2025USD $6,999Grande Suite
18-11-202525-11-2025USD $3,899Superior Suite
18-11-202525-11-2025USD $4,399Vista Suite
18-11-202525-11-2025USD $5,099Signature Suite
18-11-202525-11-2025USD $5,899Prestige Suite
18-11-202525-11-2025USD $6,999Grande Suite
16-12-202523-12-2025USD $3,899Superior Suite
16-12-202523-12-2025USD $4,399Vista Suite
16-12-202523-12-2025USD $5,099Signature Suite
16-12-202523-12-2025USD $5,899Prestige Suite
16-12-202523-12-2025USD $6,999Grande Suite
23-12-202530-12-2025USD $3,899Superior Suite
23-12-202530-12-2025USD $4,399Vista Suite
23-12-202530-12-2025USD $5,099Signature Suite
23-12-202530-12-2025USD $5,899Prestige Suite
23-12-202530-12-2025USD $6,999Grande Suite
30-12-202506-01-2026USD $3,899Superior Suite
30-12-202506-01-2026USD $4,399Vista Suite
30-12-202506-01-2026USD $5,099Signature Suite
30-12-202506-01-2026USD $5,899Prestige Suite
30-12-202506-01-2026USD $6,999Grande Suite
06-01-202613-01-2026USD $3,899Superior Suite
06-01-202613-01-2026USD $4,399Vista Suite
06-01-202613-01-2026USD $5,099Signature Suite
06-01-202613-01-2026USD $5,899Prestige Suite
06-01-202613-01-2026USD $6,999Grande Suite
03-02-202610-02-2026USD $3,899Superior Suite
03-02-202610-02-2026USD $4,399Vista Suite
03-02-202610-02-2026USD $5,099Signature Suite
03-02-202610-02-2026USD $5,899Prestige Suite
03-02-202610-02-2026USD $6,999Grande Suite
24-02-202603-03-2026USD $3,899Superior Suite
24-02-202603-03-2026USD $4,399Vista Suite
24-02-202603-03-2026USD $5,099Signature Suite
24-02-202603-03-2026USD $5,899Prestige Suite
24-02-202603-03-2026USD $6,999Grande Suite
03-03-202610-03-2026USD $3,899Superior Suite
03-03-202610-03-2026USD $4,399Vista Suite
03-03-202610-03-2026USD $5,099Signature Suite
03-03-202610-03-2026USD $5,899Prestige Suite
03-03-202610-03-2026USD $6,999Grande Suite
15-09-202622-09-2026USD $2,999Superior Suite
15-09-202622-09-2026USD $3,599Vista Suite
15-09-202622-09-2026USD $3,899Signature Suite
15-09-202622-09-2026USD $4,399Prestige Suite
15-09-202622-09-2026USD $5,199Grande Suite
22-09-202629-09-2026USD $4,299Superior Suite
22-09-202629-09-2026USD $4,899Vista Suite
22-09-202629-09-2026USD $5,699Signature Suite
22-09-202629-09-2026USD $6,499Prestige Suite
22-09-202629-09-2026USD $7,699Grande Suite
13-10-202620-10-2026USD $4,299Superior Suite
13-10-202620-10-2026USD $4,899Vista Suite
13-10-202620-10-2026USD $5,699Signature Suite
13-10-202620-10-2026USD $6,499Prestige Suite
13-10-202620-10-2026USD $7,699Grande Suite
20-10-202627-10-2026USD $4,299Superior Suite
20-10-202627-10-2026USD $4,899Vista Suite
20-10-202627-10-2026USD $5,699Signature Suite
20-10-202627-10-2026USD $6,499Prestige Suite
20-10-202627-10-2026USD $7,699Grande Suite
10-11-202617-11-2026USD $4,299Superior Suite
10-11-202617-11-2026USD $4,899Vista Suite
10-11-202617-11-2026USD $5,699Signature Suite
10-11-202617-11-2026USD $6,499Prestige Suite
10-11-202617-11-2026USD $7,699Grande Suite
17-11-202624-11-2026USD $4,299Superior Suite
17-11-202624-11-2026USD $4,899Vista Suite
17-11-202624-11-2026USD $5,699Signature Suite
17-11-202624-11-2026USD $6,499Prestige Suite
17-11-202624-11-2026USD $7,699Grande Suite
15-12-202622-12-2026USD $4,299Superior Suite
15-12-202622-12-2026USD $4,899Vista Suite
15-12-202622-12-2026USD $5,699Signature Suite
15-12-202622-12-2026USD $6,499Prestige Suite
15-12-202622-12-2026USD $7,699Grande Suite
22-12-202629-12-2026USD $4,299Superior Suite
22-12-202629-12-2026USD $4,899Vista Suite
22-12-202629-12-2026USD $5,699Signature Suite
22-12-202629-12-2026USD $6,499Prestige Suite
22-12-202629-12-2026USD $7,699Grande Suite
29-12-202605-01-2027USD $4,299Superior Suite
29-12-202605-01-2027USD $4,899Vista Suite
29-12-202605-01-2027USD $5,699Signature Suite
29-12-202605-01-2027USD $6,499Prestige Suite
29-12-202605-01-2027USD $7,699Grande Suite

Inclusions

    • Ancient temples of Angkor Wat
    • The spectacular Royal Palace in Phnom Penh
    • A water blessing by the monks of Wat Roka Kaong
    • The French architecture of the Opera House in Ho Chi Minh City

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