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Classic Mekong River Cruise: 8 Days from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City

Main characteristics
Type of boat: traditional ship
Number of cabins: 30
Maximum capacity: 60 travelers
Crew members: 18

Cabins

Double cabin - upper deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
The cabin has a double bed that can be converted into twin beds.
Double cabin - main deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
The cabin has a double bed that can be converted into twin beds.
NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Siem Reap Mekong
Take a bus from Siem Reap to the riverside town of Steung Trang to board the ship. Enjoy a sunset... see+ cruise on the Mekong River and get to know the crew who will be with you for the next 7 nights before enjoying your welcome dinner. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Mekong Peam Chi Korng Pak Russei
Enjoy a morning Tai Chi session or simply a cup of coffee on the deck during a sunrise cruise to... see+ Peam Chi Korng, a well-preserved gem and the center of pottery in Cambodia. After a short tuk-tuk ride from the banks of the Mekong, watch local potters at work, then continue exploring the village and its fresh market, where you can test your language skills.
This afternoon, disembark at Pak Russei, a small, secluded village on the banks of the Mekong. You’ll explore on foot and meet local artisans who weave silk and make handmade noodles. Before returning to the ship, you’ll discover the ancient art of Bokator, a traditional form of martial arts, with a private demonstration in the village. 
Included activities: Tuktuk ride, Visit to Peam Chi Korng, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Pak Russei Oudong
In the morning, depart by coach for Oudong, the former capital of Cambodia, where you will visit... see+ the Vipassana Dhura Meditation Center. Take a stroll through the vast complex, featuring impressive Khmer architecture, and participate in a short meditation session to calm the mind.
You will then return to your ship in Kampong Tralach for lunch on board. In the afternoon, take an oxcart ride through riverside villages, markets, and temples to discover rural Cambodian life.
In the evening, cocktails are served around a campfire in a small fishing village, where the locals join you to share their stories and introduce you to their traditional dances. 
Included activities: Ox cart tour, Coach trip to Oudong, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Oudong Phnom Penh
In the morning, explore Phnom Penh by cyclo, visiting the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda,... see+ followed by the National Museum of Cambodia and its remarkable collection of sculptures from the Angkorian period.
In the afternoon, visit the Killing Fields and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum to learn more about the brutal Khmer Rouge regime.
The ship remains moored overnight at the port of Phnom Penh, in the heart of the city, renowned for its lively bars, restaurants, and nightlife. You’ll have free time to explore the city before returning to your floating hotel. 
Included activities: Visit the royal palace by cyclo, Visit of the National Museum of Phnom Penh, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Phnom Penh Chau Doc
We set sail early in the morning and cruise down the Mekong River to the Vietnamese border to... see+ complete immigration formalities. The ship then continues on to Châu Đốc, where an evening stroll along the river will allow you to experience the town’s peaceful atmosphere before dinner on board. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Chau Doc Ben Tre
In the morning, depart by minibus for a short ride to Mount Sam, where Phuoc Dien Tu (Hang Pagoda)... see+ is located. After climbing the steps, you’ll be rewarded with magnificent panoramic views of the Mekong River. For those who’d rather avoid the stairs, there’s an option to explore the local market.
Next, take a sampan tour of the nearby floating fish farms, followed by a private lion dance performance in a local village.
After lunch on board, continue sailing into the heart of the Mekong Delta, with entertainment provided on deck by the crew.
Note: During periods of high water in October and November, the voyage to Châu Đốc may be disrupted by low bridges. In this case, the day’s excursion will be replaced by a visit to a local village in Long Thuan. 
Included activities: Visit to a fish farm, Visit of Sam mountain, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Ben Tre Hô Chi Minh
In the morning, set out by sampan through the mangroves and bamboo forests to the orchards of Ben... see+ Tre. This fertile agricultural region produces nearly half of Vietnam’s rice, thanks to the Mekong Delta. It is also home to a rich tradition of handicrafts, which you’ll discover during a visit to a local village specializing in handicrafts.
Back on board, enjoy lunch as the ship cruises along the Cho Gao Canal toward Ho Chi Minh City. Built in 1876 by the French, this canal is a vital waterway for transporting goods to and from the city and offers a fascinating glimpse into life along the water.
In the evening, cruise toward downtown Saigon and enjoy dinner on board with a breathtaking view of the city’s illuminated skyline. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Hô Chi Minh
After breakfast, you will disembark in downtown Ho Chi Minh City to continue your journey.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included

The price includes
Transfers between the meeting point and the boat in Siem Reap
Water, tea, coffee
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Other beverages then the aforementioned
Tips for tour escorts, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators, and cyclo drivers
Fuel surcharges
Visa fees
Port taxes : 63 € / person
Laundry
Meals not included in the program
Filovent cancellation insurance see+
Filovent comprehensive insurance see+
Further information
Guide language: English
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request

Activities

Tuktuk ride
Included
Visit to Peam Chi Korng
Included
Tai Chi Session
Included
Private Bokator Demonstration
Included
Tour of the village of Pak Russei
Included
Ox cart tour
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Coach trip to Oudong
Included
Visit to Vipassana Dhura Meditation Center
Included
Visit the royal palace by cyclo
Included
Visit of the National Museum of Phnom Penh
Included
Visit the Killing Fields
Included
Visit of the Tuol Sleng genocide museum
Included
Visit to a fish farm
Included
Visit of Sam mountain
Included

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