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The Mekong between tradition and exoticism: from Saigon to Phnom Penh in four days

Looking for a holiday with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of cultural visits?

By Lina GUÉGUIN expert of your cruises
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Main features
Boat type: traditional ship
Number of cabins: 27
Maximum capacity: 54 travelers

Cabins

Superior
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Superior cabins are located on the ship's main deck. Each has a private balcony with chairs ideal for admiring the Mekong River. An elegant bathroom features an antique vanity and a large, comfortable shower. Chic white wood furnishings, art paintings and subtle art deco accents underline the room's brightness and vibrancy.
Deluxe
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Deluxe cabins are located on the upper deck and feature a private balcony with chairs and side table, accessible via a large sliding glass door.
Signature suite
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
The Signature suites are both located in a coveted spot at the front of the ship. This suite is an artistic abode housing a solid wood king-size four-poster bed. both suites have a magnificent balcony facing the direction of travel and are served by a dedicated butler.
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

Hô Chi Minh My Tho Cai Be
Our local partner will welcome you in the morning in the reception lounge in Saigon. Relax with a... more+ second cup of coffee while our staff collects your details for boarding. We bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of Saigon and travel 70 kilometers south to My Tho to board our ship. After settling into your luxurious floating "home" for the next few days, your first urge may be to step out onto your balcony to watch the ship set sail on its fascinating journey up the Mekong River. A buffet lunch is served in the restaurant as the ship glides steadily upstream. Now is the time to familiarize yourself with one of Asia's largest rivers, which runs an estimated 4,909 km (3,050 mi) in length and discharges 475 cu km (114 cu mi) of water per year. Millions of people—from China, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam—pay homage to this mighty river that provides sustenance and protection to its inhabitants. Let your soul float and your eyes wander as the boat travels upstream. It is often said that "sea air" makes you hungry, so you are cordially invited to our afternoon tea in the open-air bar as dusk bathes the Mekong Delta in a golden haze. Get to know your fellow travelers while enjoying delicious treats. The rest of this day of cruising is entirely yours to relax on your private balcony or be pampered by our therapists at the Apsara Spa. As you savor your delicious dinner, the ship reaches Cai Be. This historic town was founded in the 19th century by Vietnam's last ruling family, the Nguyen dynasty, on the Mekong River where three provinces meet: Tien Giang, Vinh Long, and Ben Tre. Cai Be would later become the main water-based trading center for the surrounding region, as we will see during tomorrow's visit to the floating market. We anchor halfway near Cai Be and moor there for the night. If you're in the mood for evening entertainment, there is a cinema in the lounge that shows classic films and interesting documentaries every night. 
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Cai Be Sa Dec Tan Chau
Wake up early to witness the spectacular scenery at the break of dawn. To make the experience... more+ complete, join our daily morning Tai Chi class. Afterwards, a rich breakfast buffet awaits, or if you prefer, we can serve breakfast directly to your room. We arrive at Cai Be, a charming market town which is famous for its Catholic French church and the manufacturing of traditional crafts and food products. The once enormous floating market of Cai Be gets smaller year by year since trading on the water is continually shifting towards modern markets. However, you can still see boat-to-boat trading of local goods, such as fruits and agricultural products and imagine what this must have looked like on a larger scale. We learn from our guide about the longlasting trading culture and how each boat has a special marker to let buyers know what goods they are selling. By local boat, we sail along the green canal network and watch the farmers working in the fields. A visit ashore of a workshop shows us the manufacturing of rice paste, rice paper, rice cookies and rice wine. Cai Be’s surrounding areas are covered by palm trees, which is why the region is also famous for the production of coconut candy. While the vessel continues sailing upstream, you can enjoy time to yourself or head to the bar to and enjoy a true Vietnamese coffee as you watch the life on the riverbanks float by. In the afternoon, the vessel reaches the area of Sa Dec and arrives at one of the larger islands in the vast stream of the Mekong, Binh Thanh Island. Several communities have settled here and make their living by growing water hyacinths. We exclusively visit one of these untouched areas. By wandering through the village, we get a deep understanding of native life. One of the local artisans, for example, demonstrates the entire process of traditional mat making. You can try weaving yourself. We also meet a local elderly couple who share their story of living on this island. They are always happy to chit-chat with our guests. Back on board, you may take a dip in the pool on the sun deck. In the evening, our expert guide offers a presentation on life on the Mekong Delta as the ship continues sailing to Tan Chau, a pleasant, slow-paced border town near the Cambodian border with a sizeable Chinese, Kinh and Khmer community. We moor near the city with views on the riverbanks. 
Included activities: Stroll through the island village of Binh Thanh, Visit a workshop ashore to learn how rice is made, more+
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Tan Chau Phnom Penh
Welcome to the fish sanctuary of Vietnam. Once on shore, we see Tan Chau’s vibrant town-life as... more+ we hop on “xelois”, which are local vehicles still used as a taxi in this area. Your personal xeloi driver slowly navigates through the streets to observe all the workshops, houses and shops while feeling the laid-back vibe of this place. We stop at the colourful, local market near one of the town’s temples. This is a great opportunity to interact with the vendors of this friendly town and try your hand at bargaining with them. To see what Tan Chau is famous for, we board local boats and head to a floating fish farm. You are about to get an exclusive look into the world’s largest inland aquaculture industry. Each of the floating structures has netting hanging down into the water to enclose the fish, which are raised and fed on a daily basis. The region’s specialties are tilapia and the Basa catfish, or Pangasius, which is unique to the Mekong River basin and rapidly gaining popularity on the international seafood market. Back on board our “home”, we sail towards the VietnameseCambodian border. Get ready for a fascinating and leisurely cruise through the deep Cambodian countryside towards Phnom Penh. The whole afternoon is at your own disposal. From here, even the last passenger turns on their cruise mode and hopefully experiences the relaxing influence this mighty river emanates. The afternoon is perfect for massages, relaxation on a terrace deck sunbed or private balcony kick-backs. Conjure up a spell to merge with the river and float into a state of mild bliss.You also may like to visit the bridge as the captain always has a little story to share about “his” river. Or, if you are curious to learn more about Khmer gastronomy, join a culinary workshop to sharpen your knowledge about local cuisine. After our relaxing cruise during the whole afternoon into the evening hours, the boat arrives at Phnom Penh (docking mid-stream or at the pier). Enjoy your time onboard with our onboard entertainment, social at our public venues or relay in the privacy or your cabin (due to immigration regulation passengers may not be allowed to go on land this evening). 
Included activities: Outing by local "xeloi" cab, more+
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Phnom Penh
Welcome to Phnom Penh - the city once named Paris of the East. Despite its rapid development, it... more+ has retained a lot of its rustic charm and elegance. It is an amazing town with centuries of incredible history and culture which can still be felt at many street corners. Enjoy your last breakfast aboard your floating home before disembarking the ship. We hope that you liked this fascinating river cruise along the Might Mekong, as much as our crew does every time. Please take along with you enchanting memoirs and friendship and share the stories of this amazing river. Heritage Line and our crew wishes you a wonderful onward journey and we looking forward to see you back on board with us. 
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included

The price includes
Visits and entrance fees as per program
All transfers from the boat to tourist sites
English speaking tour manager
Transfer from meeting point to ship and vice versa
Welcome drink
Mineral water available
Unlimited tea and coffee on board
Passenger liability insurance
Internet on board (subject to cellular network signal)
River pilots
Fuel
Taxes
A French-speaking guide
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Tips for crew and guides
Visa fees
Private transfers
Personal expenses
Beverages other than those listed
Medical service
Spa
Port tax
Meals not included in the program
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request

Activities

Stroll through the island village of Binh Thanh
included
Visit a workshop ashore to learn how rice is made
included
Outing by local "xeloi" cab
included

Information about the partner

Commercial history with Filovent

  • Filovent partner since 2024
  • Last booking with this partner in May 2025
  • 3 bookings with this partner
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