Magnificent Mekong

Vietnam & Cambodia: Mekong River Cruise & Angkor Wat – 15-Day Cruisetour

Overview

Embark on a rich cultural journey through Vietnam and Cambodia, combining the lush landscapes of the Mekong River with the awe-inspiring ruins of Angkor Wat. Shop bustling markets in Hanoi, explore floating villages, visit silk towns, and marvel at ancient temples embraced by jungle vines. This comprehensive 15-day cruisetour offers a captivating blend of history, spirituality, and Southeast Asia’s natural beauty.

What’s Included

• 8-day Mekong River cruise with a river-view stateroom
• 7 nights in luxury hotels:
  • 2 nights in Hanoi (Sofitel Metropole or similar)
  • 3 nights in Siem Reap (Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra or similar)
  • 2 nights in Ho Chi Minh City (Sofitel Saigon Plaza or similar)
• 14 guided tours with audio headsets
• Included meals:
  • 14 breakfasts
  • 7 lunches
  • 13 dinners (featuring regional cuisine and local restaurants)
• Complimentary wine, beer & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
• 1 internal flight (Hanoi to Siem Reap)
• Culture Curriculum:
  • Traditional Apsara dance performance
  • Lectures on local history & culture
  • School visit with educational sponsorship opportunity
• All port charges & return travel from the UK

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi, Vietnam

Arrive in Hanoi and check into your hotel. Relax or explore the city on foot.

Day 2: Hanoi Highlights

Visit the Museum of Ethnology, Hỏa Lò Prison (“Hanoi Hilton”), and the Temple of Literature. Drive past French colonial landmarks.
Meals: B, D

Day 3: Old Quarter & Fly to Siem Reap

Tour Hanoi’s Old Quarter by electric car. Fly to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Enjoy dinner and a traditional Apsara dance show.
Meals: B, D

Day 4: Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom

Explore Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, and Terrace of the Elephants.
Meals: B, D

Day 5: Banteay Srei & Ta Prohm

Visit Banteay Srei and jungle-covered Ta Prohm. Later, visit a Viking-supported village and attend a Cambodian circus performance.
Meals: B, D

Day 6: Transfer to Kampong Cham & Embark Ship

Travel through the Cambodian countryside to board your ship in Kampong Cham. Welcome cocktail reception onboard.
Meals: B, L, D

Day 7: Kampong Cham Temples & Villages

Visit Phnom Pros and Phnom Srey, then tour a silk-weaving village.
Meals: B, L, D

Day 8: Monasteries & Silver Village

Receive a blessing at Udon Monastery, visit a silversmith village, then enjoy free time in Phnom Penh.
Meals: B, L, D

Day 9: Phnom Penh City & History

Tour Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and National Museum. Visit Tuol Sleng and the Killing Fields or explore markets.
Meals: B, L, D

Day 10: Mekong River Cruising

Cruise the Mekong River toward the Vietnamese border. Scenic views and local insight along the way.
Meals: B, L, D

Day 11: Tân Châu, Vietnam

Ride a rickshaw, visit a floating fish farm and Evergreen Island, observe farming and handicrafts.
Meals: B, L, D

Day 12: Sa Đéc & Cái Bè

Explore canals by sampan, visit a brick factory, Huynh Thuy Le’s house, and the floating market of Cái Bè.
Meals: B, L, D

Day 13: Disembark in Mỹ Tho & Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City

Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, then continue to Ho Chi Minh City. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals: B, D

Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City Tour

See Dong Khoi Street, Reunification Palace, City Hall, and visit Ben Thành Market. Final dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals: B, D

Day 15: Depart Ho Chi Minh City

Transfer to the airport for your return flight. Optional 3-night Bangkok extension available.
Meals: B