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Luxury escape on the Mekong: 9 charming days between Ho Chi Minh and Siem Reap

Do you want a holiday with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of cultural visits, while letting yourself be carried away?

By Marie Le Saint expert of your cruises
Where will you sleep?
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Main features
Boat type: traditional ship
Number of cabins: 14
Maximum capacity: 28 travelers
Crew members: 15

Cabins

Double cabin - Separable beds - Main deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Double cabin with window overlooking outside passageways.
Double cabin - Separable beds - Upper deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Double cabin with window overlooking outside passageways.
NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Itinerary
Hô Chi Minh
Meet at the Liberty Riverside Hotel restaurant between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Lunch at the... more+ hotel. After lunch, we will explore the local Chinatown and discover the daily life of its inhabitants. We will also visit the Giac Lam Pagoda, which is over 300 years old and the oldest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. Finally, we will visit the flower market and Binh Tay market for a 15-minute walking tour to discover how locals buy and sell food and local products. Transfer to the boat. Settle into your cabins. Welcome cocktail. Dinner. Dinner followed by the "Saigon After Dark" excursion, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM (included for departures from January to April 2026, optional for departures from August 2026). A nighttime excursion with a culinary adventure. On the back of a vintage Vespa scooter, you will delve into the heart of Saigon's nightlife. You will sample local flavors, stopping at various spots for cocktails, seafood tastings, cold drinks, and even Vietnamese crepes to complete your journey. Finally, you will attend a live music concert. Return to the boat, overnight on board. 
Included activities: Visit of the Giac Lam pagoda, Visit of the flower market, more+
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Diner
Hô Chi Minh My Tho
Visit Hô Chin Minh. Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's pre-eminent economic hub, is a bustling city that... more+ once sparkled like the pearl of the Far East. The walking tour will take you to remarkable sites such as the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, the City Post Office, City Square and the Opera House, all of which were strongly influenced by French colonialism in the 19th century. Take advantage of the city's dynamism and explore the green spaces while enjoying the beauty of nature in the midst of this vibrant city. Discover the local coffee culture. Vietnam is famous for its high quality coffee production and there are many coffee shops in the city centre.
After lunch, we will head to the War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City. This museum is a must-see if you want to understand the history of Vietnam. Founded after the country's reunification and opened to the public in 1975, it pays tribute to Vietnamese fighters and inhabitants during the war and highlights war crimes, aiming to inspire peace throughout the world. Return on board and sail to My Tho. Dinner and overnight on board. 
Included activities: Visit to the city of Ho Chin Minh, Visit to the Ho Chi Minh War Remnants Museum, more+
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Lunch
Diner
My Tho Cai Be Sa Dec
Depart on a cruise to the magnificent Chao Gao canal, the entrance to Saigon, where you will... more+ discover the lively canal, full of ships and activities, while feeling close to life on land. Arrival at My Tho.
You will begin with a cruise by local boat to the island of Thoi Son, where you will have the opportunity to appreciate the daily life of the islanders and taste seasonal fruit. You will also take a sampan ride along the picturesque canals to get a close-up view of the Mekong Delta and its unique features. Later, by bicycle, you can explore the village and admire the region's magnificent orchards. This is an ideal opportunity to connect with the locals and witness their way of life.
Return to the boat and continue your journey to Cai Be, a small, authentic, popular and bustling town on the lush banks of the Mekong. It is also the capital of tropical fruit: bananas, pineapples, papayas, longans, rambutans, mangoes, water apples... The arroyos naturally water the orchards. Excursion by local boat with a stop at a craft village where you can watch local products being made. Enjoy a hot tea and fresh fruit while listening to local music. Off to the restaurant for a cooking lesson with a local chef. A little rest after lunch is in order, before setting off on another kayaking adventure. An unusual experience in the Mekong Delta offering a unique aquatic perspective. If you wish, you can explore the countryside on a mountain bike, offering another view of the local landscape. Whichever activity you choose, you'll get a distinctive glimpse of the beauty and authenticity of the Mekong River. Return on board. Sail to Sa Dec for dinner and overnight on board. 
Included activities: Excursion by sampan, Cycling excursion, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Sa Dec Chau Doc
Panoramic tour of Sa Dec by local boat, stroll around the local market along the river. This small... more+ town of 30,000 inhabitants is fascinating for its preserved authenticity. A few colonial houses remain, including the former residence of Huynh Thuy Lê, the main character in Marguerite Duras' famous novel "The Lover," which we will visit. An ideal opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture. Return on board for lunch. Afternoon sailing to Chau Doc. Dinner on the cruise and night on board. 
Included activities: Visit the local market in Sa Dec, Panoramic tour of Sa Dec by local boat, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Chau Doc Phnom Penh
Located on the border between Cambodia and Vietnam, the thriving town of Chau Doc has developed... more+ around fishing and fish farming. You will board small local boats to explore the Tra Su Forest and its incredible diversity of flora and fauna. Return to the boat for lunch.
Ascend Mount Sam by cable car. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views throughout the journey and from the summit of this major Buddhist pilgrimage site. After fully appreciating the panorama, visit the Ba Chua Xu temple before returning to the boat. Continue sailing towards the border at Vinh Xuong. Pass through customs and complete entry formalities for Cambodia. Departure by boat to Phnom Penh, which you will reach in the evening. Dinner on board, night at anchor. 
Included activities: Discovery of the Tra Su Forest, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Phnom Penh
Enjoy a visit to the fabulous Royal Palace, one of the most impressive examples of Cambodian... more+ architecture, and its Silver Pagoda. Continue with a visit to the National Museum. In the afternoon, visit the region by "tuk-tuk", an authentic and immersive experience like no other. You will visit the beautifully renovated Art Deco Central Market and discover the local shopping scene. Known as 'PhsarThmei', the market is a bustling hub for shopping for clothes, food and souvenirs.
Afterwards, you'll take a stroll through the city's off-the-beaten-track alleyways, getting up close and personal with the daily lives of Cambodians. Observe those timeless moments when the locals savour their coffee while playing Cambodian-style chess, and discover the local cuisine in its most authentic form. Then visit the Wat Phnom pagoda. According to legend, Wat Phnom was built in the 14th century as a shelter for Buddha statues. It was Daun Penh, a wealthy old woman, who discovered four bronze and stone Buddha statues in a tree trunk washed up on the banks of the Mekong. From here, enjoy a short walk to the French Quarter, where you can get a taste of the colonial era while admiring the beautiful architecture. The district boasts many Belle Époque and Art Deco houses and public buildings dating from the French protectorate (1863-1953).
Back on board, enjoy a performance of classical Khmer music and dance. Dinner and overnight on board. Evening at leisure. 
Included activities: Tuk tuk ride, Visit to Phnom Penh's Royal Palace, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Phnom Penh Kampong Tralach Kampong Tralach Kampong Chhnang
Departure by boat to Kampong Tralach. Visit the beautiful Vihara of Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda.... more+ It can be reached by crossing the village via a small road perpendicular to the river, surrounded by magnificent rice fields. The vihara dates back to the beginning of the last century and was probably built on an older site, as suggested by the laterite foundations. It has some magnificent wall paintings. On the way back, you can return to the boat by mountain bike through the beautiful countryside, admiring the beauty of the rice fields surrounding the area before reaching the boat. Lunch on board. Departure for Oudong, which was the royal residence and capital of Cambodia for over 250 years. Visit the Vipassana Dhura Pagoda, located at the foot of a hill where there are many stupas dating back to the last Khmer kings. It is also a place of meditation for Buddhist monks. Then, you will have the opportunity to discover Oudong Hill, which requires climbing many steps. The climb may seem a little tough, but your efforts will be rewarded at the top with a fantastic view of the surrounding countryside, rice fields, and Tonlé Sap, before you stroll around these places steeped in Cambodian history. Back on board, we will set sail for Kampong Chhnang. Dinner and night on board. 
Included activities: Visit to the Vihara at Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda, Visit to the Vipassana Dhura pagoda, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Kampong Chhnang Koh Chen
Visit to Kampong Chhnang, one of the largest fishing ports on the Tonle Sap lake. There are also... more+ many fish farms. The region is also famous for its traditional pottery, which combines ancient knowledge with modern techniques - Chhnang actually means "pot port". Tasting of local products before returning to the boat. Sail to Kampong Tralach. For those looking for more activity, there is the option of cycling from Kampong Chhnang along the river to the pottery village to explore the area. Return on board for lunch. Afternoon sailing to Koh Chen. Gala evening. Overnight on board. 
Included activities: Visit of Kampong Chhnang, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Koh Chen Siem Reap
After breakfast, transfer by coach from Koh Chen to the Lotus Blanc hotel in Siem Reap (5 to 6-hour... more+ journey). End of our services.
Do not plan to fly back before 3 pm. 
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Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Beverages at all meals (1 mineral water or 1 soft drink or 1 beer* and 1 coffee or 1 tea per person per meal)
Mineral water available
Unlimited tea and coffee on board
The services of local English-speaking guides and our cruise director
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Port taxes
Gratuities (excluding boat personnel)
Transfer from the boat to Siem Reap town centre
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
International flights and taxes
Vietnamese/Cambodian visas
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Gratuities for crew (approximately $5/day/passenger)
Beverages other than those listed
Transfers not mentioned
Meals not included in the program
Additional information
Excursions must be added at least two weeks before the cruise departure date. Any changes made after the reservation has been confirmed will incur a €50 change fee per booking
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request

Activities

Visit of the Giac Lam pagoda
included
Visit of the flower market
included
Visit of the Binh Tay market
included
Excursion "Saigon After Dark"
included
Visit to the city of Ho Chin Minh
included
Visit to the Ho Chi Minh War Remnants Museum
included
Excursion by sampan
included
Cycling excursion
included
Cooking lesson with a local chef
included
Visit the local market in Sa Dec
included
Panoramic tour of Sa Dec by local boat
included
Discovery of the Tra Su Forest
included
Tuk tuk ride
included
Visit to Phnom Penh's Royal Palace
included
Visit to the Wat Phnom pagoda
included
Visit to the Vihara at Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda
included
Visit to the Vipassana Dhura pagoda
included
Visit of Kampong Chhnang
included

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