Cruising
Upon arrival in Siem Reap, meet at 13:00pm at the Lotus Blanc Hotel for your transfer to Koh Chen (5-6 hours drive). After comfortably settling into your cabins, you will be introduced to our crew at a welcome cocktail and enjoy dinner onboard. We will spend the night onboard. Meals: Dinner
This morning, cruise to Kampong Chhnang with lunch onboard. Upon arrival, visit Kampong Chhnang, which is one of the largest fishing ports on Tonlé Sap Lake and contains many fish farms. This region is also known for its traditional pottery that combines ancient knowledge and modern techniques, Chhnang means 'pots'. Enjoy a tasting of regional products before joining the boat to begin your cruise to Kampong Tralach. For those looking for more activities, you will have the opportunity to cycle in Kampong Chhnang along the river to the pottery village to explore this region. Dinner and overnight onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Enjoy breakfast onboard. Today, we will head to Oudong, which was the Royal Residence and the Capital of Cambodia for over 250 years. Visit the Vipassana Dhura Pagoda, which is located at the foot of a hill where many stupas from the last Khmer Kings can be found. It is also a place for meditation for Buddhist Monks. Afterwards, there will be the opportunity to explore Oudong Hill, which requires climbing many steps. The ascent may seem a bit tough, but your efforts will be rewarded at the top with a wonderful view of the surrounding countryside, rice fields and Tonlé Sap, before strolling through this historic site of Cambodia. Return to the ship for lunch onboard. In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Vihara of the Wat Kampong Tralach Leu Pagoda. To access the Pagoda, we need to cross the Village of Kampong Tralach, moving along a small road that runs perpendicular to the river in the middle of magnificent rice fields. The Vihara dates from the early 20th Century and was probably built on an older site, as suggested by the Laterite foundations, and features beautiful murals. Guests are offered the option to return to the ship by enjoying a mountain biking experience through the stunning countryside to witness the beauty of the rice fields surrounding the area. After returning onboard, start cruising towards Phnom Penh. Enjoy a performance of classical Khmer dancing and music before dinner. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, enjoy a visit to the fabulous Royal Palace, which is one of the most impressive examples of Cambodian architecture, and its Silver Pagoda. Afterwards, continue with a visit to the National Museum. In the afternoon, enjoy a tour of the area 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 'Phsar Thmei', the market is a bustling hub for shopping for clothes, food and souvenirs. Afterwards, you will stroll through the off the beaten track alleyways where you will have the 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. Afterwards, continue on to visit the city's namesake, Wat Phnom. Founded in 1373, the Pagoda was built to house Buddhist relics washed ashore by the river. From here, enjoy a short walk to the French Quarter, where you will catch 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 will return onboard for dinner in the evening and start sailing towards Vietnam. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Upon arrival at the Vĩnh Xương Border, clear customs and entrance formalities before departing for Châu Đốc. Located on the border between Cambodia and Vietnam, the prosperous Town of Châu Đốc has developed around fishing and fish farming. You will be transferred to the Trà Su Forest where you will experience this beautiful forest by small local boats. Here, you can witness this incredible and diverse flora and fauna. Return to the boat for lunch. In the afternoon, we will board a Cable Car and embark on an unforgettable journey to Sam Mountain. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views throughout the journey and from the summit. Afterwards, we will visit the Bà Chúa Xứ Temple before returning to the boat. Continue sailing to Sa Đéc. Dinner and overnight onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, a local boat will pick you up for a short panoramic tour of Sa Đéc including a promenade at Sa Đéc Market on the riverbank. This small Town of 30,000 inhabitants is fascinating for its preserved authenticity. A few colonial houses remain including the former house of Huynh Thuy Lê, the man who Marguerite Duras based her book 'The Lover' on, which we will visit. This is a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and enjoy the charming river surroundings. Afterwards, the ship leaves Sa Đéc for Cái Bè. Cái Bè 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. Upon arrival in Cái Bè, take a local boat trip to cruise along the Mekong River. Here, disembark to visit the craft village where you can witness how the local products are made before we 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. Enjoy drinking hot tea, eating fresh fruits and enjoy a live local music performance. Head to the local restaurant by boat and attend a cooking class with local chef before enjoying lunch. After lunch, take a rest before enjoying 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. Afterwards, 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 Mỹ Tho. Dinner during cruising onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In Mỹ Tho, you will start your day with a local boat cruise to Thoi Son Island where you will have the opportunity to appreciate the daily life of the islanders and taste seasonal fruits. You will also take a sampan ride along the picturesque canals to observe the Mekong Delta and its unique features up close. Later, by bicycle, you can explore the village and admire the beautiful orchards in the area. This is a great opportunity to connect with the locals and witness their way of life. Back onboard for lunch before continuing the cruise to the beautiful Cho Gao Canal, which is the entrance to Sài Gòn where you can 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. Upon arrival in Hồ Chí Minh City, enjoy dinner before you will have the opportunity to discover Sài Gòn differently. On the program, 'Sài Gòn After Dark', it is a part night excursion, part street/local food adventure from 18:00pm to 22:00pm. Experience the nightlife of Sài Gòn the way locals do. An evening excursion with a culinary adventure. On the back of a vintage Vespa scooter, you will enter the heart of Sài Gòn's nightlife. From stop to stop, sample local flavours including cocktails, seafood tastings, cold drinks and Vietnamese creperies. After this, the tour will bring you to a live music venue to enjoy the drinks with live music. Please Note: 'Sài Gòn After Dark' is an included excursion for departures between January and April 2026. Departure from August 2026 onwards, this is an optional excursion (not included). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, enjoy a tasty breakfast onboard before departing on a Hồ Chí Minh City Tour. Take a short downtown drive to the city before the walking tour commences with a 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. Afterwards, we will be transferred back to ship for lunch. After lunch, we will explore the local Chinatown and experience the daily life of the people. We will also visit the Giác Lâm Pagoda, which is over 300 years old and is the oldest Pagoda in Hồ Chí Minh City. Lastly, we will 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. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast onboard before disembarking. We will then proceed to the War Museum to learn more about the history of Vietnam. Afterwards, you will be transferred to a local restaurant for lunch. We bid you farewell at approximately 14:00pm. Please Note: Do not plan a flight before 17:00pm. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Cruise Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (cro)
