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A Mekong river cruise is an invigorating, enlightening and unforgettable holiday experience affording a relaxing way to discover Cambodia and Vietnam. From a tropical sun beating down on the lush rainforests of Cambodia, to myriad winding rivers in Vietnam’s Mekong delta – you will witness unbelievable sun sets, unrivaled archeological and cultural treasures, warm smiles, exotic cuisines, and the frantic energy of reborn cities.

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There is no better way to uncover the mysteries of Asia than a river cruise on its main artery the magnificent Mekong river. This mighty river melds the rich cultures of Cambodia and Vietnam in what was known as Indochina. Today, South East Asia, has an allure, intensity, and exoticism few travel destinations match.

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Authentic 8 or 9 days discovery

CF Mekong River Cruises Saigon to Siem Reap (or vice versa) offers authentic 8 days programs, from Siem Reap, the home of the magnificent world heritage site, Angkor Wat.

We also offer 9 day programs on the same route, the difference being we use one of our ships in Saigon city as a hotel, meaning there is no need to pack or unpack for pre/post cruise.

All our Mekong river cruises are enchanted with a mysticism that hooks you from the moment you step ashore. At each destination you find a world rich in tragic history, tradition, exotic cuisines, and culture. Cruise tranquil interiors, and witness a pristine countryside of stunning tropical landscapes set with ancient Buddhist pagodas and charming villages. Each embodies a forgotten way of life, where farmers till paddy fields by hand, and fishermen cast their nets on glistening lakes. Most serene of all be stunned by the beauty of Cambodia’s long lost Angkor temples foremost among them Angkor Wat and Bayon.

Saigon and Phnom Penh

Then in sharp contrast, cruise with us to the pulsating cities of Saigon and Phnom Penh, places that challenge all your senses, each a kaleidoscope of exotic sights, smells, sounds, and tastes. Experience these sprawling cities; each a dynamic melting pot ready to be explored, from centuries old markets and winding streets to glistening designer boutiques. Nowhere on earth do old and new meet in such spectacular fashion.

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DAY 7 – Vinh Long, Cai Bei to My Tho


After breakfast, local boats pick up passengers and tour a brick and pottery factory and the Binh Hoa Phuoc Islet Fruit Tree Nursery. We visit a typical local dwelling and a showroom of traditional farming tools. Vinh Long, Vietnamese for ‘Majestic Dragon’, sits merrily in the middle of the Delta, protected by the two great arms of the Mekong. The soil of Vinh Long is enriched by silt deposits, making it ideal for growing mandarins and other citrus fruit.

Life here centres on the water. Houses are perched precariously on stilts that cling to the banks of the river. Hawkers peddle knick-knacks from their boats. Hundreds of small boats traverse the river every day. The unbridled warmth of the locals makes this a destination par excellence. The ship cruises towards Cai Be for a short panoramic tour. We then sail onto My Tho.

After Lunch, local boats transfer you to the mainland for a short panoramic tour of My Tho. My Tho, which translates as ‘fragrant herb’ in Vietnamese, draws thousands of tourists each year, eager to embrace the untouched beauty of the Mekong Delta. It is a prosperous city of some 100,000 inhabitants, famous for its myriad fruit orchards, gardens and vast rice fields. The climate is warm and pleasant throughout the year. The surrounding countryside is home to one of the most verdant gardens of Vietnam, encircled by coconut palms and banana and mango trees.

We return to the ship and then cruise towards Saigon. A sumptuous farewell dinner is served and the ship moors overnight.

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Day 4: SA DEC


Visit the former house of Huynh Thuy Le, the man who Marguerite Duras based her book The Lover on. Short panoramic tour and transfer to Trung Vuong primary school. Continuing to Kien An Cung Pagoda. Stroll around Sa Dec Market along Sa Dec River bank. This small city of 30,000 inhabitants is fascinating in its unspoiled authenticity and undisturbed by tourists. We’ll return on board our ship and have lunch. Sailing towards Chau Doc. Located on the border between Cambodia and Vietnam, the prosperous city of Chau Doc has developed around fish and fish farming.

If the timing is allowing it, watch of the sunset on the Sam Mountain which peaks at 237 meters. Its well-known Buddhist sanctuaries offer an unobstructed view over the mosaic of glistening rice paddies below. To the left is Cambodia, the flow of the Mekong on the horizon breaks into an infinity of silver ribbons. Visit on the way of the Lady Chua Xu temple and Tay An Pagoda.
Night on board.

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DAY 2 - My Tho to Cai Bei to Vinh Long


The ship departs at the break of dawn. Begin the day with a sumptuous breakfast whilst the ship navigates delicately along the marvellous canal of Cho Gao. We arrive at My Tho. The ship drops anchor close to Thoi Son Island on the banks of a northern arm of the Mekong. My Tho, which means ‘fragrant herb’ draws thousands of tourists each year, eager to embrace the untouched beauty of the Mekong Delta. It is a prosperous city of some 100,000 inhabitants and is famous for its myriad fruit orchards, gardens and vast rice fields. The climate is warm and pleasant throughout the year. The surrounding countryside is home to one of the most verdant gardens of Vietnam, encircled by coconut palms, as well as banana and mango trees. Visit Vinh Trang pagoda. 

Local boats are sent to the ship to transfer you to the mainland. 

We embark on a short panoramic tour of My Tho, stopping halfway for a visit to its colourful market. We return to the pier and cruise by local boat to Dragon Island where we enjoy a glimpse of everyday life.  

Passengers re-embark the ship. She departs My Tho for Cai Be. A special lunch spread is served before the ship drops anchor at Cai Be.  

Vinh Long, Vietnamese for ‘Majestic Dragon’ sits merrily in the middle of the delta, protected by the two great arms of the Mekong. The soil of Vinh Long is enriched by silt deposits, making it ideal for growing mandarins and other citrus fruit. Visit the handicraft village where workers produce rice paper, rice wine, popped rice etc. in a traditional way.  

Continuing for Vinh Long - a brick and pottery factory, the Binh Hoa Phuoc Islet Nursery of Fruit Trees as well a typical house and a show room of traditional farming tools.  

Life here centres on the water. Houses are perched precariously on stilts that cling to the river banks. Hawkers peddle knick-knacks from their boats. Hundreds of small boats traverse the river every day. The unbridled warmth of the locals makes this a destination par excellence. We return to the ship and depart for Sa Dec. The ship drops anchor at Sa Dec and a delectable dinner awaits. 

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DAY 3 - Sa Dec to Chau Doc


The day begins with a sumptuous breakfast. You take in a short tour of Sa Dec before we transfer to Trung Vuong Primary School. We then continue our cruise to the Kien An Cung Pagoda.

We stroll around the bustling Sa Dec Market. The small city of 30,000 inhabitants is fascinating in its unspoiled beauty and authenticity. We return to the ship and depart for Chau Doc. Lunch is served on board. We arrive at Chau Doc where local boats ferry us to visit rafts and the Cham Village, home to an ethnic minority group of both Vietnam and Cambodia.

If times permits, we will be able to see the spectacular sunset on the Sam Mountain which peaks at 237 metres. Its well-known Buddhist sanctuaries offer an unobstructed view over the mosaic of glistening rice paddies below. To your left is Cambodia, with the flow of the Mekong on the horizon breaking into an infinity of silver ribbons. Midway, we visit the Lady Chua Xu Temple and Tay An Pagoda. We return to the ship where dinner is served. The ship moors overnight.

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Day 1: HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon)


Meet at the Hotel in Saigon between 12.30pm and 1:30 pm. (hotel address to be provided).

Transfer to local restaurant for lunch. After lunch, we'll explore the local Chinatown and experience the daily life of the people. We'll also visit the Giac Lam Pagoda, which is over 300 years old and is the oldest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. Lastly, we'll visit the Flower Market and Binh Tay market for a 15-minute walking tour to explore how locals buy and sell local food and products.

Transfer to the ship.

After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail, have dinner and spend the night on board downtown.

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Day 2: HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon)


Enjoy a tasty breakfast onboard before our Ho Chin Minh tour. Take a short downtown drive to the city. Walking tour commences and stop for some photographs at notable sites like Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Municipal Post Office, City Square and the Opera house all of which were heavily influenced by French colonialism in the 19th century. Enjoy the vibrancy of this city by foot and explore the city’s green space enjoying the beauty of nature in the middle of this dynamic city. Experience the local coffee scene – Vietnam is famous for producing high-quality coffee and coffee shops are a common sight in the downtown.

Transfer back to ship for lunch.

After lunch we’ll then proceed to the War Museum to learn more about the history of Vietnam before returning to the ship.

Ship leaves Saigon for My Tho and dinner on board.

Night on board.

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Day 3: MY THO - CAI BE


Breakfast on board and cruise the magnificent Chao Gao canal, where you will experience the lively and vibrant canal full of ships activity, yet still feel close to the life on shore. A must-see part of the cruise and that we’re the only cruise line offering this unique passage. Arrival in My Tho.

09:00 Upon disembarking from TT2, you will board a sampan and transfer to a local ferry station. Here, you will meet your cycling team who will accompany you for the next three exciting days of cycling in the Mekong Delta. Your cycling journey will begin on small countryside paths, passing by rambutan and star apple farms. This scenic route will allow you to immerse yourself in the rural surroundings and witness the agricultural activities of the region. Along the way, you will encounter local ferries, providing an opportunity to engage in conversations with the local villagers. This will give you insights into their way of life and the unique aspects of their communities.
Your cycling route will lead you through the lush greenery of the Mekong Delta, passing by sapodilla gardens and chicken farms. This will offer you a diverse and picturesque experience as you traverse the region.
You will enjoy a delicious lunch at a simple, authentic local restaurant. The meal will feature Mekong Delta cuisine, allowing you to savor the flavors and specialties of the region. After lunch, you will continue your cycling journey and take local ferries to Tan Phong island. Along the way, you will pass through durian gardens and eventually arrive at Cai Be handicraft workshops, where traditional coconut candy, pop-rices, and other local products are made. To conclude today’s cycling adventure, you will board a sampan that will take you back to the ship. The estimated arrival time is around 04:00 PM
Cycling distance: 25KM

Ship leaves Cai Be for Sa Dec. Dinner during cruising and night on board.

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Day 4: SA DEC – CAO LANH – CHAU DOC


Breakfast on board.

07:30 Upon disembarking from ship, you will begin your cycling adventure in Sa Dec town. You will make a circle ride through the ancient quarters of Sa Dec, allowing you to explore and appreciate the historical charm of the area. From Sa Dec town, you will cycle to Sa Dec flower village, which is known as the largest village in the Mekong Delta specialized in flowers and bonsai gardens. Here, you will have the opportunity to visit the village and admire the vibrant colors and beauty of the flower and bonsai displays. Sa Dec Flower Market is the main provider of flower and bonsais for the South of Vietnam.
After exploring the flower village, your cycling route will take you through picturesque rice fields and mango plantations. This will provide you with a scenic and serene experience as you pedal through the countryside.
After the cycling tour, you will visit Phuong Nam Cultural Park. This cultural park offers insights into the traditions, customs, and heritage of the Mekong Delta region. It will provide you with a deeper understanding of the local culture and way of life. Around 13:00, you will board your sampan and back to TT2 in Cao Lanh to enjoy your lunch on board. This will be a relaxing and satisfying meal, allowing you to replenish your energy after the cycling adventure.
Overall, this cycling tour today will take you through the ancient quarters of Sa Dec, the vibrant flower village, picturesque rice fields, mango plantations, and cultural sites. It will provide you with a blend of natural beauty, cultural exploration, and the opportunity to engage with the local way of life.
Cycling distance: 25-30KM

Dinner and night on board.

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Day 5: CHAU DOC - PHNOM PENH


Breakfast on board.

07:30 Disembark from the ship to Chau Gianh boat landing, you will embark on a cycling tour through the villages of Chau Doc's Islam community. This will provide you with an opportunity to explore the local culture and surroundings. Your cycling route will take you to Masjid Jamiul Azhar, a unique mosque in Vietnam. You will have a chance to visit and learn more about this special place of worship and about the Islam Community in Vietnam.
After visiting the mosque, you will continue your cycling journey through the largest rice fields in the Mekong Delta region. This will offer you a scenic experience and a chance to witness the agricultural practices of the area.
You will reach My A Silk, where you will have the opportunity to learn about the production of special silk dyed from "nua tree." This will give you insights into the traditional silk-making process and the local craftsmanship.
After completing the cycling portion of your journey, you will bid farewell to your cycling team in Vietnam before boarding your sampan back to TT2
Cycling distance: 40KM

Back to the ship for lunch and depart to Vinh Xuong Border.

Arrive at Vinh Xuong Border – Clearance of the entry formalities then Ship leaves to Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Arrival in the late evening in Phnom Penh. Dinner on board. We'll remain at anchor overnight. Night on board

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Day 6: PHNOM PENH


Breakfast on board.

We’ll enjoy a tour of the fabulous Royal Palace, one of the most impressive examples of Cambodian architecture, and its Silver Pagoda. Onward to visit the National Museum.

Enjoy an afternoon tour of the area by "tuk-tuk," for an authentic and immersive experience like no other. Visit the beautifully renovated Art Deco Central Market and experience the local shopping scene firsthand. Known as ‘Phsar Thmei’ locally the market is a bustling hub for clothing, food and souvenir shopping.

After exploring the market, we will stroll through the city’s off-the-beaten-path alleyways, where you’ll have a chance to engage with the locals and see how they live their daily lives in the city. Observe and experience the locals enjoying their coffee while playing Cambodian-style chess and see the local food in its most authentic form, learning about the way of live in this vibrant city.

Continue your visit to the city's namesake, Wat Phnom. Founded in 1373, the pagoda was built to house Buddhist relics washed ashore by the river. From there, we will enjoy a short walk to the French Quarter, where you’ll get a glimpse of the city’s colonial era while admiring the beautiful architecture. The area boasts a number of Belle Époque and Art Deco houses and public buildings dating from the French Protectorate (1863-1953).

As we get back on board, we will enjoy an Apsara dance show. Dinner and overnight on board, in the port of Phnom Penh. Free evening.

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Day 7: UDONG - KAMPONG TRALACH


7:00 Breakfast on board
08:00 Departure by bike to visit Udong, Cambodia’s former capital. On arrival, first we visit the colorful Vipassana Dhura Buddhist Meditation Center where you will hear about the school of Vipassana or Insight Meditation. After that walk up the steps to the various temples and the three large stupas where the ashes of three former kings are preserved. You will be rewarded by wonderful views of the plains below.
Continue biking to Wat Kampong Tralach following the lovely village along the river bank. Visit the beautiful Vihara at the Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda.
Cycling distance: 25KM

Lunch on board.

Set sail to Kampong Chhnang and dinner and night on board.

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Day 8: KAMPONG CHHNANG – KOH CHEN


07:00 Breakfast on board
08:00 Morning excursion transfer by small boat to the bike station then start riding along the market that the people selling along the street. Then following on the river bank with a very nice view of the farming then visiting the local village still produce pottery using traditional methods, unchanged in style for centuries, which is produce in sufficient quantities to supply the entire country. Then continue cycling to visit the local collect sugar from the Thot Not tree. The Thol Not Tree (Sugar Palm Tree) then we get back on the boat at 12:00
Cycling distance: 20KM

Lunch on board whilst cruising to Koh Chen.

We’ll have a farewell dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 2: KAMPONG CHHNANG – KAMPONG TRALACH


07:00 Tea & Coffee then breakfast on board during navigation
08:00 Morning excursion transfer by small boat to the bike station then start riding along the market that the people selling along the street. Then following on the river bank with a very nice view of the farming then visiting the local village still produce pottery using traditional methods, unchanged in style for centuries, which is produce in sufficient quantities to supply the entire country. Then continue cycling to visit the local collect sugar from the Thot Not tree. The Thol Not Tree (Sugar Palm Tree) then we get back on the boat at 12:00 (Cycling distance: 20KM)

Lunch on board.

We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 3: KAMPONG TRALACH - PHNOM PENH


07:00 Tea & Coffee then breakfast on board.
08:00 Departure by bike to visit Wat Kampong Tralach to learn how to pray in Buddhist pagoda before giving a donation which contributes to daily meal for the monks then continue to Udong following to the lovely village along the river bank. Udong, Cambodia’s former capital. On arrival, first we visit the colorful Vipassana Dhura Buddhist Meditation Center where you will hear about the school of Vipassana or Insight Meditation. After that walk up the steps to the various temples and the three large stupas where the ashes of three former kings are preserved. You will be rewarded by wonderful views of the plains below.
Then cycling to Prek Kdam bridge to get on the boat and cruise to Phnom Penh.
Cycling distance: 25KM

Lunch on board

After returning on board, start cruising towards Phnom Penh.

Enjoy a performance of classical Khmer dancing and music then dinner. Night on board.

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Day 4: PHNOM PENH


Breakfast on board
We’ll enjoy a tour of the fabulous Royal Palace, one of the most impressive examples of Cambodian architecture, and its Silver Pagoda. Onward to visit the National Museum.

Enjoy an afternoon tour of the area by "tuk-tuk," for an authentic and immersive experience like no other. Visit the beautifully renovated Art Deco Central Market and experience the local shopping scene firsthand. Known as ‘Phsar Thmei’ locally the market is a bustling hub for clothing, food and souvenir shopping.

After exploring the market, we will stroll through the city’s off-the-beaten-path alleyways, where you’ll have a chance to engage with the locals and see how they live their daily lives in the city. Observe and experience the locals enjoying their coffee while playing Cambodian-style chess and see the local food in its most authentic form, learning about the way of live in this vibrant city.

Continue your visit to the city's namesake, Wat Phnom. Founded in 1373, the pagoda was built to house Buddhist relics washed ashore by the river. From there, we will enjoy a short walk to the French Quarter, where you’ll get a glimpse of the city’s colonial era while admiring the beautiful architecture. The area boasts a number of Belle Époque and Art Deco houses and public buildings dating from the French Protectorate (1863-1953).

We'll return on board for dinner in the evening and start sailing towards Vietnam. Night on board.

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Day 5: TAN CHAU – TAN HOA ISLAND – SA DEC (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board
Arrive at Vinh Xuong Border – Clearance of the entry formalities then depart for Tan Chau.

Continue sailing to Tan Hoa Island.
09:00 You will start your cycling journey from Tan Hoa Island and head towards My Luong. This route will take you through the largest rice fields in the Mekong Delta, providing beautiful and scenic views. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to visit the evergreen village and the Con En tourist site. These locations offer a chance to immerse yourself in the local culture and enjoy the natural surroundings. Enjoy your local lunch with Mekong specialities, this will allow you to savor the flavors of the region's cuisine.

13:30 After lunch, you will continue your ride to discover further the countryside and local villages before boarding your sampan to return to the ship from Con En island at 16h00 and continue sailing down the river to Sa Dec.
Cycling distance: 45KM

Dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 6: SA DEC - CAI BE


Breakfast on board
08:00 Passengers disembark in Sa Dec
You will begin your cycling adventure in Sa Dec town. You will make a circle ride through the ancient quarters of Sa Dec, this will allow you to explore the historic parts of the town and appreciate its cultural and architectural heritage. During your cycling tour, you will have the opportunity to visit the Cao Dai temple in Sa Dec. Cao Dai is a unique Vietnamese religion that blends different spiritual traditions, including Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Christianity. Visiting the temple will provide insights into this fascinating religious movement.
You will cross a local ferry to Binh Thanh Island. This island offers interesting sights, including communal houses and floating fish farms. It will provide a unique experience as you ride through the island's landscapes.
Upon arrival in Cai Be, you will have the opportunity to visit the handicraft workshops in the area. These workshops produce traditional coconut candy, pop-rices, and other local products. You will learn about the craftsmanship and techniques behind these products.
Cycling distance: 40KM

Back to the ship
Dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 7: CAI BE – MY THO - HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon)


Breakfast on board

07:00 Disembark the ship for My Tho.
We will cycle to Vinh Trang Temple. Visit this special Buddhist temple of the south Vietnam and continue our ride through the greenery countryside of My Tho. Arrive at Xuan Dong Ferry, we board our boat back to the ship. From this point we say goodbye to our cycling team before you cruise through Cho Gao Canal and cruise up to Saigon.
Cycling distance: 20-25KM

Lunch on board and cruise the magnificent Chao Gao canal, the entrance to Saigon where you will experience the lively and vibrant canal full of ships and activity, yet still feel close to the life on shore. A must-see part of the cruise as this is the unique passage.

Arrive in Saigon, dinner on board. Night on board.

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Day 8: HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon)


Breakfast onboard.

Start your day with breakfast onboard. Enjoy a tasty breakfast onboard before our Ho Chin Minh tour. Take a short downtown drive to the city. Walking tour commences and stop for some photographs at notable sites like Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Municipal Post Office, City Square and the Opera house all of which were heavily influenced by French colonialism in the 19th century. Enjoy the vibrancy of this city by foot and explore the city’s green space enjoying the beauty of nature in the middle of this dynamic city. Experience the local coffee scene – Vietnam is famous for producing high-quality coffee and coffee shops are a common sight in the downtown.

Transfer back to ship for lunch

After lunch, we'll explore the local Chinatown and experience the daily life of the people. We'll also visit the Giac Lam Pagoda, which is over 300 years old and is the oldest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. Lastly, we'll visit the Flower Market and Binh Tay market for a 15-minute walking tour to explore how locals buy and sell local food and products.

Transfer to the ship to enjoy our farewell cocktail and dinner onboard. We'll remain in port overnight.

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Day 1: HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon) (-/-/D)


Meet at the Hotel in Saigon between 12.30pm and 1:30 pm. (hotel address to be provided). 

Transfer to local restaurant for lunch. After lunch, we'll explore the local Chinatown and experience the daily life of the people. We'll also visit the Giac Lam Pagoda, which is over 300 years old and is the oldest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. Lastly, we'll visit the Flower Market and Binh Tay market for a 15-minute walking tour to explore how locals buy and sell local food and products.  

Transfer to the ship  

After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail, have dinner and spend the night on board downtown. 

Option: 

Optional vespa tour (book 24 hours before)  

Program: Saigon After Dark 

Saigon After Dark is a part night excursion, part street/local food adventure. Guests experience the nightlife of Saigon the way locals do, all from the back of a vintage Vespa scooter. 

Tour itinerary: 

  1. Stop for a cocktail and appetizer at a rooftop lounge before adventuring into your favorite local eating spot.
  1. Enjoy street seafood with cold drinks at a local restaurant 
  1. Stop at a Vietnamese pancake restaurant - Banh Xeo,  a specialty of Saigon and southern food with the locals.
  1. After this the tour will bring you to a live music venue to enjoy the drinks with live music.

Moving from stop to stop, you will enjoy the nightlife of this hustle and bustle city as well as see the iconic sights along the way. 

Tour Runs Daily - 6:00pm-10:00pm | Tour Duration - 4  hours | 120 USD/ pax 

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Day 2: HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon) (B/L/D)


Enjoy a tasty breakfast onboard before our Ho Chin Minh tour. Take a short downtown drive to the city. Walking tour commences and stop for some photographs at notable sites like Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Municipal Post Office, City Square and the Opera house all of which were heavily influenced by French colonialism in the 19th century. Enjoy the vibrancy of this city by foot and explore the city’s green space enjoying the beauty of nature in the middle of this dynamic city. Experience the local coffee scene – Vietnam is famous for producing high-quality coffee and coffee shops are a common sight in the downtown.

Transfer back to ship for lunch

After lunch we’ll then proceed to the War Museum to learn more about the history of Vietnam before returning to the ship

Ship leaves Saigon for My Tho and dinner on board.

Night on board.

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Day 3: MY THO - CAI BE (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board and cruise the magnificent Chao Gao canal, where you will experience the lively and vibrant canal full of ships activity, yet still feel close to the life on shore. A must-see part of the cruise and we’re the only cruise line offering this unique passage. Arrival in My Tho. 

In My Tho we will kick off with a local boat pick-up that will take us on a boat cruise to Thoi Son island where we will have the opportunity to explore the daily lives of the local people and enjoy seasonal fruits. We will also take a Sampan ride along the scenic canals for a closer look at the Mekong Delta and its unique features. Later we’ll go biking on our own and explore the village to see firsthand how the local people live and to admire the magnificent fruit orchards in the area. This is the perfect chance to connect with the locals and witness their way of life. 

Back to ship. Ship leaves for Cai Be and we’ll enjoy lunch whilst cruising. Arrival at Cai Be. 

Start Cai Be with a local boat trip to cruise along the Mekong River. Disembark to visit the craft village where you can witness how the local products are made. 

Continue cruising on the boat. Get off at the fruit orchards comprising of many kinds of fruits such as: jack-fruit, durian, guava, rambutan, longan etc... drink hot tea, eat fresh fruits and enjoy a live local music performance. 

We’ll then enjoy a kayaking adventure. Don’t worry if you are a first-time paddler, it is not difficult. This is a unique experience in the Mekong Delta providing a unique aquatic perspective of the surrounding natural beauty. Then there is the opportunity to explore the countryside by mountain bike providing another view of the local scenery. Whichever of the activities you do, you will get a distinctive glimpse into the beauty and authenticity of the Mekong River. 

Ship leaves Cai Be for Sa Dec. Dinner during cruising and night on board.

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Day 4: SA DEC (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board  

Local boat pick-up for a short panoramic tour of Sa Dec, including a visit to the Trung Vuong primary school (will close on Saturday, Sunday, holiday and New Year) where you’ll get a chance to learn more about the local education system. Afterward, we will enjoy a promenade at Sa Dec market on the riverbank. (Local market will be closed on Lunar New Year) where you can experience local commerce. This is a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and enjoy the charming river surroundings. 

Ship leaves Sa Dec for Chau Doc, lunch and dinner on board during cruising. 

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Day 5: CHAU DOC - PHNOM PENH (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board. 

Our friendly Vietnamese guide and comfortable van will be awaiting passengers at the pier, ready to take you on a tour to Tra Su Forest. We’ll experience this beautiful forest with a motorboat and rowing boat tour, where you can witness this incredible and diverse flora and fauna of this stunning natural environment.

Back to the ship for lunch. 

After lunch we will board a cable car and embark on an unforgettable journey to Sam mountain with our exclusive addition to the excursion program in Chau Doc – the Nui Sam Cable Car. Passengers will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views as the ride unfolds. Upon the summit of Sam Mountain, we will embrace spectacular views towards the border of Cambodia and Vietnam. After soaking in the views, we will pay a visit to the Ba Chua Xu Temple on the way back down the mountain before heading back to the ship. 

We’ll then depart to Vinh Xuong Border. 

Arrive at Vinh Xuong Border – Clearance of the entry formalities then Ship leaves to Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

Arrival in the late evening in Phnom Penh. Dinner on board. We'll remain at anchor overnight. Night on board

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Day 6: PHNOM PENH (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board.  

We’ll enjoy a tour of the fabulous Royal Palace, one of the most impressive examples of Cambodian architecture, and its Silver Pagoda. Onward to visit the National Museum.  

Enjoy an afternoon tour of the area by "tuk-tuk," for an authentic and immersive experience like no other. Visit the beautifully renovated Art Deco Central Market and experience the local shopping scene firsthand. Known as ‘Phsar Thmei’ locally the market is a bustling hub for clothing, food and souvenir shopping.  

After exploring the market, we will stroll through the city’s off-the-beaten-path alleyways, where you’ll have a chance to engage with the locals and see how they live their daily lives in the city. Observe and experience the locals enjoying their coffee while playing Cambodian-style chess and see the local food in its most authentic form, learning about the way of live in this vibrant city. 

Continue your visit to the city's namesake, Wat Phnom. Founded in 1373, the pagoda was built to house Buddhist relics washed ashore by the river. From there, we will enjoy a short walk to the French Quarter, where you’ll get a glimpse of the city’s colonial era while admiring the beautiful architecture. The area boasts a number of Belle Époque and Art Deco houses and public buildings dating from the French Protectorate (1863-1953).

As we get back on board, we will enjoy an Apsara dance show. Dinner and overnight on board, in the port of Phnom Penh. Free evening. 

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Day 7: UDONG - KAMPONG TRALACH (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board

The ship then departs to Udong, Cambodia’s former capital. We’ll dock at Koh Chen and transfer by van to Udong. On arrival, first we visit the colorful Vipassana Dhura Buddhist Meditation Center where you will hear about the school of Vipassana or Insight Meditation. After that walk up the steps to the various temples and the three large stupas where the ashes of three former kings are preserved. You will be rewarded by wonderful views of the plains below. 

After returning on board, start cruising towards Kampong Tralach. Lunch on board.  

We will visit the beautiful Vihara at the Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda. To access the pagoda, we need to cross the village of Kampong Tralach in ox carts, moving along a small road that runs perpendicular to the river in the middle of magnificent rice fields. We then offer clients the choice to either return to the ship by oxcart or enjoy a mountain biking experience through the stunning countryside to witness the beauty of the rice fields surrounding the area before returning to the ship. 

Set sail to Kampong Chhnang and dinner and night on board.

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Day 8: KAMPONG CHHNANG – KOH CHEN (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board  

Visit Kampong Chhnang, one of the largest fishing ports on the Tonle Sap Lake. Here they also have many fish farms. The region is also known for its traditional pottery combining ancient knowledge with modern techniques — Chhnang itself means "pot." We'll enjoy a tasting of regional products before returning on board. 

Option: For those seeking more activity, there will be an option at Kampong Chhnang to cycle alongside the riverside and then to the pottery village to explore this area. Return to the ship, lunch on board whilst cruising to Koh Chen.  

We’ll have a farewell dinner and spend the night on board. 

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Day 2: KOH CHEN - KAMPONG CHHNANG (B/L/D)


Sail to Kampong Chhnang and lunch on board. Visit Kampong Chhnang, one of the largest fishing ports on the Tonle Sap Lake. Here they also have many fish farms. The region is also known for its traditional pottery combining ancient knowledge with modern techniques — Chhnang itself means "pot." We'll enjoy a tasting of regional products before returning on board and beginning to cruise to Kampong Tralach.  

Option: For those seeking more activity, there will be an option at Kampong Chhnang to cycle alongside the riverside and then to the pottery village to explore this area. 

We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board. 

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Day 3: KAMPONG TRALACH - PHNOM PENH


Breakfast on board  

We will set out to visit the beautiful Vihara at the Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda. To access the pagoda, we need to cross the village of Kampong Tralach in ox carts, moving along a small road that runs perpendicular to the river in the middle of magnificent rice fields. We then offer clients the choice to either return to the ship by oxcart or enjoy a mountain biking experience through the stunning countryside to witness the beauty of the rice fields surrounding the area before returning to the ship. Lunch on board. 

The ship then departs to Udong, Cambodia’s former capital. On arrival, first we visit the colorful Vipassana Dhura Buddhist Meditation Center where you will hear about the school of Vipassana or Insight Meditation. After that walk up the steps to the various temples and the three large stupas where the ashes of three former kings are preserved. You will be rewarded by wonderful views of the plains below.  

After returning on board, start cruising towards Phnom Penh. Enjoy a performance of classical Khmer dancing and music then dinner. Night on board.

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Day 4: PHNOM PENH (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board

We’ll enjoy a tour of the fabulous Royal Palace, one of the most impressive examples of Cambodian architecture, and its Silver Pagoda. Onward to visit the National Museum.

Enjoy an afternoon tour of the area by "tuk-tuk," for an authentic and immersive experience like no other. Visit the beautifully renovated Art Deco Central Market and experience the local shopping scene firsthand. Known as ‘Phsar Thmei’ locally the market is a bustling hub for clothing, food and souvenir shopping.  

After exploring the market, we will stroll through the city’s off-the-beaten-path alleyways, where you’ll have a chance to engage with the locals and see how they live their daily lives in the city. Observe and experience the locals enjoying their coffee while playing Cambodian-style chess and see the local food in its most authentic form, learning about the way of live in this vibrant city.

Continue your visit to the city's namesake, Wat Phnom. Founded in 1373, the pagoda was built to house Buddhist relics washed ashore by the river. From there, we will enjoy a short walk to the French Quarter, where you’ll get a glimpse of the city’s colonial era while admiring the beautiful architecture. The area boasts a number of Belle Époque and Art Deco houses and public buildings dating from the French Protectorate (1863-1953). 

We'll return on board for dinner in the evening and start sailing towards Vietnam. Night on board. 

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Day 5: CHAU DOC (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board  

Arrive at Vinh Xuong Border – Clearance of the entry formalities then depart for Chau Doc.  Located on the border between Cambodia and Vietnam, the prosperous city of Chau Doc has developed around fish and fish farming.  

We’ll then transfer to Tra Su Forest. We’ll experience this beautiful forest with a motorboat and rowing boat tour, where you can witness this incredible and diverse flora and fauna of this stunning natural environment.  

Back to the ship for lunch. 

After lunch we will board a cable car and embark on an unforgettable journey to Sam mountain with our exclusive addition to the excursion program in Chau Doc – the Nui Sam Cable Car. Passengers will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views as the ride unfolds. Upon the summit of Sam Mountain, we will embrace spectacular views towards the border of Cambodia and Vietnam. After soaking in the views, we will pay a visit to the Ba Chua Xu Temple on the way back down the mountain before heading back to the ship. 

We’ll begin to cruise toward Sa Dec. We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board. 

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Day 6: SA DEC - CAI BE (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board  

Local boat picks up for a short panoramic tour of Sa Dec, including a visit to the Trung Vuong primary school (will close on Saturday, Sunday, holiday and New Year) where you’ll get a chance to learn more about the local education system. Afterward, we will enjoy a promenade at Sa Dec market on the riverbank. (Local market will be closed on Lunar New Year) where you can experience local commerce. This is a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and enjoy the charming river surroundings. 

Ship leaves Sa Dec for Cai Be. Cai Be offers many exciting attractions, activities, and excursions. Nature lovers will enjoy the lush natural landscape and those interested in local culture will love meeting the very hospitable local people and discovering the way of the life in this region.  

Arrive Cai Be, take a local boat trip to cruise along the Mekong River. Disembark to visit the craft village where you can witness how the local products are made. 

Continue cruising on the boat. Get off at the fruit orchards comprising of many kinds of fruits such as: jack-fruit, durian, guava, rambutan, longan etc... drink hot tea, eat fresh fruits and enjoy a live local music performance. 

Head to the local restaurant by boat, attend a cooking class with local chef, then enjoy your lunch. 

After lunch, take a rest, then enjoy a kayaking adventure. Don’t worry if you are a first-time paddler, it is not difficult. This is a unique experience in the Mekong Delta providing a unique aquatic perspective of the surrounding natural beauty. Then there is the opportunity to explore the countryside by mountain bike providing another view of the local scenery. Whichever of the activities you do, you will get a distinctive glimpse into the beauty and authenticity of the Mekong River. 

Ship leaves Cai Be for My Tho. Dinner during cruising and night on board.

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Day 7: MY THO - HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon) (B/L/D)


Breakfast on board  

In My Tho we will kick off our day with a local boat pick-up that will take us on a boat cruise to Thoi Son island where we will have the opportunity to explore the daily lives of the local people and enjoy seasonal fruits. We will also take a Sampan ride along the scenic canals for a closer look at the Mekong Delta and its unique features. Later we’ll go biking on our own and explore the village to see firsthand how the local people live and to admire the magnificent fruit orchards in the area. This is the perfect chance to connect with the locals and witness their way of life. 

Lunch on board and cruise the magnificent Chao Gao canal, the entrance to Saigon where you will experience the lively and vibrant canal full of ships j and activity, yet still feel close to the life on shore. A must-see part of the cruise and that we’re the only cruise line offering this unique passage.  

Arrive in Saigon, dinner on board. Night on board. 

Optional tour below: 

Optional vespa tour  

Program: Saigon After Dark 

Saigon After Dark is a part night excursion, part street/local food adventure. Guests experience the nightlife of Saigon the way locals do, all from the back of a vintage Vespa scooter. 

Tour itinerary: 

  1. Stop for a cocktail and appetizer at a rooftop lounge before adventuring into your favorite local eating spot.
  1. Enjoy Street seafood with cold drinks at a local restaurant 
  1. Stop at a Vietnamese pancake restaurant - Banh Xeo,  a specialty of Saigon and southern food with the locals.
  1. After this the tour will bring you to a live music venue to enjoy the drinks with live music.

Moving from stop to stop, you will enjoy the nightlife of this hustle and bustle city as well as see the iconic sights along the way. 

Tour Runs Daily - 6:00pm-10:00pm | Tour Duration - 4 hours | 120 USD/ pax 

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Day 8: HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon) (B/L/D)


Breakfast onboard. 

Start your day with breakfast onboard. Enjoy a tasty breakfast onboard before our Ho Chin Minh tour. Take a short downtown drive to the city. Walking tour commences and stop for some photographs at notable sites like Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Municipal Post Office, City Square and the Opera house all of which were heavily influenced by French colonialism in the 19th century. Enjoy the vibrancy of this city by foot and explore the city’s green space enjoying the beauty of nature in the middle of this dynamic city. Experience the local coffee scene – Vietnam is famous for producing high-quality coffee and coffee shops are a common sight in the downtown. 

Transfer back to ship for lunch 

After lunch, we'll explore the local Chinatown and experience the daily life of the people. We'll also visit the Giac Lam Pagoda, which is over 300 years old and is the oldest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. Lastly, we'll visit the Flower Market and Binh Tay market for a 15-minute walking tour to explore how locals buy and sell local food and products.  

Transfer to the ship to enjoy our farewell cocktail and dinner onboard. We'll remain in port overnight.

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DAY 5 – BORDER – CHAU DOC


The ship leaves at the break of dawn for the Kaam Samnar Border (Cambodia) and Vinh Xuong Border (Vietnam). Breakfast is served. We arrive at the check-point. After formalities have been concluded, we depart for Chau Doc. Located on the border between Cambodia and Vietnam, the prosperous city of Chau Doc has developed around fish and fish farming.

Visit Cham minority village by local boat. Bamboo fish drying racks are set up a meter above the water's surface. The bourgeoning downtown area features some charmingly rustic colonial buildings, squeezed in by the marketplace - the colorful, vibrant heart of the city. As always, these busy parts of town, despite their sometimes strong odors, offer wonderful photo opportunities...

Short panoramic tour of the city. This is the perfect timing to discover the effervescence of the local market.
Dinner is served onboard. The ship moors overnight.

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Day 5: CHAU DOC


Located on the border between Cambodia and Vietnam, the prosperous city of Chau Doc has developed around fish and fish farming. Visit Cham minority village by local boat. Bamboo fish drying racks are set up a meter above the water's surface. The bourgeoning downtown area features some charmingly rustic colonial buildings, squeezed in by the marketplace - the colorful, vibrant heart of the city. As always, these busy parts of town, despite their sometimes strong odors, offer wonderful photo opportunities...

Short panoramic tour of the city. This is the perfect timing to discover the effervescence of the local market. We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 6: SA DEC - VINH LONG - CAI BE


Visit the former house of Huynh Thuy Le, the man who Marguerite Duras based her book The Lover on. Short panoramic tour and transfer to Trung Vuong primary school.

Continuing to Kien An Cung Pagoda. Stroll around Sa Dec Market along Sa Dec River bank. This small city of 30,000 inhabitants is fascinating in its unspoiled authenticity and undisturbed by tourists. We’ll have lunch on board and cruise to Vinh Long. We’ll set out in smaller boats and travel through canals and orchards before arriving in Cai Be. We’ll discover a brick and pottery factory as well as a traditional factory producing puffed riced, rice-paper wrappers used to make nems, and rice alcohol*. We’ll return on board our ship and begin to cruise. We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 7: MY THO - HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon)


Arrival at My Tho – Toum Tiou II drops anchor on river in the proximity of Thoi Son Island
Local boats come alongside the Toum Tiou II to pick up passengers to the mainland for a short panoramic tour of My Tho town and visit Vinh Trang pagoda, stop for a visit of My Tho market. On the banks of a northern arm of the Mekong, My Tho, which translates as "fragrant herb", where tourists come to discover the beauty of the delta. It's a quiet, prosperous city of about 100,000 inhabitants, famous for its many fruit orchards, gardens and the huge rice fields that surround it. The climate is warm and pleasant year round. The surrounding countryside is home to one of the most luxuriant gardens of Vietnam, with its coconut palms, banana and mango trees. Lunch will be served on board. We’ll then set out to cross the very narrow Cho Gao Canal, heading for Ho Chi Minh City. We’ll have dinner and remain in port overnight in the downtown area.

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Day 8: HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon)


After breakfast, we’ll leave by coach for the Cu Chi tunnels, an immense network of underground tunnels that were used by Viet Cong soldiers as hiding spots during combat, as well as serving as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches. After our excursion, we'll return on board our ship. Lunch will be served on board. Ho Chi Minh City was heavily influenced by French colonialism in the 19th century. After lunch, we’ll enjoy a tour of the city to see the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Saigon Central Post Office, and visit the Museum of Vietnamese History. Tonight we’ll have our farewell cocktail and dinner. We'll remain in port overnight.

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