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Unveiling the lost civilization: 8 days from Hô Chi Minh to 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 Léa MLODUCHOWSKI 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.
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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 Tan Phong Island
Our local partner will welcome you in the morning at our reception lounge in Saigon.
Relax with a... more+ cup of coffee while our staff takes your contact information.
We’ll leave the hustle and bustle of Saigon behind and travel 70 km south to My Tho, where we’ll board the boat.
After checking in to your luxurious floating “home,” we’ll set sail on this major Asian waterway.
A buffet lunch is served as the boat glides upstream.
As twilight bathes the Mekong Delta in golden light, get to know your fellow travelers over canapés and prosecco.
During dinner, the boat reaches Tan Phong Island, near Cai Be, where we drop anchor.
This offers a first glimpse of the bustling area where our overland adventure will begin tomorrow.
In the evening, the movie theater features classic films and fascinating documentaries. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Tan Phong Island Binh Thanh Tan Chau
Wake up early to watch the sunrise, then join our daily tai chi class before a sumptuous breakfast... more+ buffet.
We’ll take a local boat to the secluded island of Tan Phong, in the middle of the Mekong River.
In Cai Be, a workshop demonstrates the production of rice paper, rice crackers, rice wine, and coconut candies—a fascinating handmade process.
On Tan Phong Island, visit a local family and their fruit garden, where you can sample tropical fruits.
Take a buggy ride to get a glimpse of local life, followed by a stop at a family that specializes in weaving water hyacinth.
Optional: a bike tour on flat trails through rambutan, longan, and jackfruit orchards, including a visit to a family-run craft business, a break under a banyan tree, and a tasting at a fruit farm.
(Distance: 12 km / Duration: about 90 min / Terrain: flat on a concrete path)
Relax on your balcony or at the bar during the return trip to Sa Dec.
In the afternoon, we’ll anchor near Binh Thanh, one of the largest islands in the Mekong River.
Its communities make their living by cultivating water hyacinths; as you stroll around, you’ll discover local life and the traditional craft of mat-making.
Meet an elderly couple who have spent their entire lives on the island and are always happy to chat.
Optional: Explore the island by bike—pittoresque alleys, rice paddies, traditional houses, and then the village of Long Ta, famous for its scarf weaving.
(Distance: 7 km / Duration: about 60 min / Terrain: flat on a concrete path)
Before dinner, enjoy a presentation on life in the Mekong Delta as the boat makes its way to Tan Chau. 
Included activities: A buggy ride through the Tan Phong Island, Visit a workshop ashore to learn how rice is made, more+
Optional services: Cycling tour more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Tan Chau Phnom Penh
After our tai chi session and a delicious breakfast, we set out to explore this region renowned for... more+ its aquaculture.
Once ashore, we immerse ourselves in the bustling life of Tan Chau aboard “xelois” (rickshaws).
Your personal driver navigates leisurely through the streets, allowing you to observe workshops, street vendors, shops, and daily life.
We mingle with the locals at the local market, then visit a Cao Dai temple and meet a priest who enlightens us on these unique beliefs.
Final destination: a family-run fish farm that’s been in operation for years, offering a glimpse into the essential knowledge needed to manage such a business.
Optional: a bike ride on a small Mekong island near Tan Chau—flat terrain, lush green paths, mango farms, and fruit orchards.
Stop at a small market to chat with the vendors, then visit a frog farm and a workshop where high-quality mats are woven.
(Distance: 12 km / Duration: about 90 min / Terrain: flat on a concrete path)
In the afternoon, we cruise upriver toward Phnom Penh.
Get into “cruise mode”: spa, sun deck, or private balcony.
The captain always shares an interesting story about “his” river.
Our culinary team also invites you to a Vietnamese and Cambodian cooking workshop.
The boat docks in Phnom Penh, either midway along the route or at the pier. 
Included activities: Outing by local "xeloi" cab, Tan Chau Market Tour, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Phnom Penh
Welcome to Phnom Penh, once known as the “Paris of the East.”
Despite its rapid development, it... more+ retains its rustic charm and elegance, with centuries of history palpable at every street corner.
The guided tour begins after breakfast: a cyclo ride through the city, followed by a visit to the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda.
Our journey takes us to “S21” prison, a poignant and dark chapter of the Khmer Rouge regime in the 1970s.
Lunch break in the city, followed by a visit to the “Sosoro” Museum, one of the country’s most famous.
The excursion concludes with a leisurely stroll through the French Quarter, including the iconic Wat Phnom monument.
No optional excursion in the morning.
In the evening, an expert lecture in the lounge.
To round out this eventful day, enjoy an outdoor barbecue and a gala dinner accompanied by a traditional Apsara dance performance.
Afterward, explore the city at night: experience the lively nightlife or take a river cruise. 
Included activities: Tour of Phnom Penh, Visit to "S21" prison, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Phnom Penh Kampong Chhnang Kampong Tralach
Before sunrise, the boat sets sail and enters the Tonle River, a natural wonder of Cambodia with... more+ exceptional scenery.
First stop: Koh Chen Island, a village renowned for its silversmiths.
Here, 400 families work with silver, copper, and brass to create intricate works of art and jewelry.
A short walk reveals their creations, some of which once adorned the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh.
There are no optional excursions in the morning.
As we travel upstream, lunch is served, followed by a presentation by our crew on traditional Khmer attire worn on special occasions.
In the afternoon, we arrive in Kampong Laeang, across from the famous pottery town of Kampong Chhnang.
We take a tuk-tuk into the heart of rural Cambodian life: meeting locals, discovering the art of pottery, and visiting a charming pre-Angkorian temple.
From a lookout point, enjoy panoramic views of the vast floodplains and lush rice fields.
Optional: a cycling tour through rice fields and picturesque villages where small businesses produce pottery or palm sugar.
Flat terrain and enchanting landscapes offer a captivating glimpse into local life.
(Distance: 17 km / Duration: approximately 90 min / Terrain: flat on paved roads and easy dirt paths)
Back on board, we’ll cruise downstream to Kampong Tralach to moor for the night. 
Included activities: Kampong Laeang Tour, Excursion to discover the Cambodian countryside, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kampong Tralach Prek Bangkong Angkor Ban
This morning, we went on an exciting excursion through the countryside of Kampong Tralach.
An... more+ ox-drawn cart took us along the river and down winding back roads, flanked by picturesque rice paddies, to a small village.
We’ll learn more about a local NGO’s school and library project, or visit the nearby 300-year-old temple and Buddha shrine.
Optional: a cycling tour through the picturesque Tonle region: the former royal palace of Lungvek, the Jade Buddha Temple (1560), and watching fishermen cast their nets into the tranquil waters.
(Distance: 14 km / Duration: approx. 120 min / Terrain: flat on a concrete path)
A presentation on the Mekong and Tonlé rivers is offered as the boat sails downstream, passing through Phnom Penh before entering the Mekong.
In the afternoon, at the confluence of the Tonlé and Mekong rivers, lies Prek Bangkong, known for its community of silk weavers.
This village was the former residence of the royal family before they moved to the Royal Palace.
The real stars of the show are the silk weavers, artisans who have been producing silk from the very beginning.
We observe the complex production process, then visit the heritage home of H.E. Sam-El, a famous royal architect.
Optional: a cycling tour to the former royal palace of “Lavea Em” (1601–1618), with stops at historic pagodas, silk workshops, and bustling markets, followed by a tea break at H.E. Sam-El’s home.
(Distance: 14 km / Duration: approx. 120 min / Terrain: flat on concrete paths)
The rest of the day is spent traveling upriver on the Mekong.
A relaxing cocktail by the pool with dance music before dinner and a movie night. 
Included activities: Visit to Prek Bangkong village, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Angkor Ban Kampong Cham
The morning Tai Chi session sets the tone before our visit to Angkor Ban.
This site features a... more+ monastery with a charming local village behind it.
You’ll meet monks during their morning class and strike up friendly conversations with the villagers.
As we stroll around, we get a glimpse into the local way of life and take home wonderful memories of rural Cambodia.
Optionally, the bike tour begins with a peaceful encounter with a monk.
As we cycle through the lush green fields, picturesque old houses dot the landscape.
Watch blacksmiths at work, then finish with an ice-cold local beer or freshly squeezed sugarcane juice.
(Distance: 10 km / Duration: approx. 120 min / Terrain: flat on a concrete path)
We head toward Kampong Cham around lunchtime.
In the afternoon, we’re on the vast Mekong River in the city of Kampong Cham, a major commercial and transportation hub that still preserves small, scattered hamlets where community life blends with the skilled hands of artisans.
In Cheung Kok, locals handcraft a variety of items: food, clothing, and everyday goods.
The nearby bamboo bridge, erected seasonally, serves as a gateway to the past.
Optional: a cycling adventure from Kampong Cham to the idyllic island of Koh Pen—passing vibrant vegetable fields and lush tobacco plantations, and observing Khmer farmers, artisans, and beekeepers.
(Distance: 16 km / Duration: approx. 120 min / Terrain: flat on a concrete path)
Then, the boat makes its final journey, mooring in the middle of the river near Stueng Trang amid farewells and a festive atmosphere. 
Included activities: Discovering Kampong Cham, Tour of Angkor Ban, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kampong Cham Siem Reap
Enjoy your final breakfast aboard our floating sanctuary. We disembark the ship and transfer by bus... more+ to Siem Reap, which takes approximately 4 hours. To keep you entertained during the journey, our guides will share interesting insights about Cambodia and the region we pass through. We hope you've enjoyed this captivating river cruise as much as our crew does every single time. Take the enchanting memories and friendships with you and share the stories of this amazing river - the Mighty Mekong.
You will arrive in Siem Reap in the early afternoon. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

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The price includes
Tours and admission to the sites listed in the itinerary
All transfers from the boat to tourist sites
Transfer from meeting point to ship and vice versa
Welcome drink
Unlimited tea and coffee on board
Mineral water available
Passenger liability insurance
Fuel
Taxes
Internet on board (subject to cellular network signal)
English-speaking tour guide
River pilots
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
Personal expenses
Private transfers
Beverages other than those listed
Medical service
Spa
Extra bed
Port tax : 66 € / people
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Filovent cancellation cover more+
Filovent comprehensive cover more+
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

A buggy ride through the Tan Phong Island
included
Visit a workshop ashore to learn how rice is made
included
Visit od workshop of traditional mat-making
included
Outing by local "xeloi" cab
included
Tan Chau Market Tour
included
Visit a floating fish farm
included
Tour of Phnom Penh
included
Visit to "S21" prison
included
Cycling through the lively downtown streets
included
Kampong Laeang Tour
included
Excursion to discover the Cambodian countryside
included
Discovering the art of pottery
included
Visit to Prek Bangkong village
included
Discovering Kampong Cham
included
Tour of Angkor Ban
included
Cycling tour
Not included

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  • Filovent partner since 2024
  • Last booking with this partner in May 2025
  • 3 bookings with this partner
  • Partner's overall rating: 4.2 / 10 (1 avis)
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