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Cruise along the mighty Mekong River through the heart of South East Asia. Step back in time as our journey unfolds through stunning countryside: farmers with conical hats work in fields that disappear into the distance, whilst water buffalo plough the paddies until the sun sets in a blood-red explosion of colour. Observe riverside life and the wooden houses balancing on stilts, as giggling children watch us go by.
We visit Cambodia and Siem Reap, gateway to one of the great wonders of the world – Angkor, once the world’s largest city with a staggering one million inhabitants and an incredible 200 temples. We also stay in Phnom Penh, Cambodia's capital, beautifully located at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap and considered the most beautiful of the ‘French’ colonial cities of Indochina.
In Vietnam, the people and landscape are different, and the pace of life is faster. See the legacies of past rulers – the Chinese, Khmers, Portuguese, Japanese and French – in an eclectic mix of temples and pagodas, along with palaces, mansions and neo-classical buildings. Today, the motorcycles and western dress of the industrious youth happily co-exist with orange-clad Buddhist monks and political posters from a bygone era. Now is the time to visit these captivating and colourful destinations while so much of this distinctive heritage remains; and the best way to experience them is from the beautiful arterial waterway, the stunning Mekong River.
The price of this holiday is per person, based on two people sharing a twin room/cabin. Sole occupancy is available on request at the relevant supplement. The price includes:
Visas not included.
Along with your experienced and knowledgeable tour manager and local experts, you’ll discover so much on our award-winning Classic tours, offering the best value for money way for you to explore the world.
Our tour managers have been rated as the best in the business for their knowledge and experience and will go above and beyond to ensure every aspect of your holiday runs smoothly – so all you need to worry about is your packing.
Phare - the Cambodian Circus in Siem Reap (available day 12 upstream or day 3 downstream of your tour) from £23 per person
Phare, The Cambodian Circus tells of Cambodian folklore, historic and modern society stories through modern circus arts, dance, live music and theatre. More than just a circus, the young performing artists will enthral you with their talent incorporating emotion, enthusiasm and energy. This unique acrobat performance lasts for approximately 1 hour and is located in the very heart of the civilization of Cambodia, Siem Reap. Watch the video below for a glimpse of what you'll see.
Profits go to PPSA a local non-profit association working to improve the lives of socially deprived youngsters.
Enjoy a late check-out - from £29 per person
Upstream itinerary: relax and enjoy a late check-out (until 4pm) at the Borei Angkor Resort Hotel in Siem Reap on day 14. £29 per person for double or twin occupancy. £52 per person for sole occupancy.
Late check-out and afternoon tea - from £57 per person
Downstream itinerary: enjoy a late check-out (until 4pm) with afternoon tea on day 14, at the Pullman Saigon. £57 per person for double or twin occupancy. £85 per person for sole occupancy.
Please contact us to add any of the above experiences to your booking.
Fact File
Visa Information
Along with a valid passport, UK citizens must have a visa in order to travel to Cambodia. For the most up-to-date passport and visa information visit https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cambodia/entry-requirements
Visa cost is USD $35 per person. Full details of how and when to apply will be sent with your booking confirmation.
UK Citizens do not require a visa to enter Vietnam.
We are unable to accept responsibility if you are unable to travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements.
Please note that visa costs may be subject to change.
Important note on water bottles
To lessen our impact on the environment, plastic bottles will no longer be handed out during your tour in Vietnam & Cambodia. Instead, we encourage you to take a reusable water bottle with you. There are several water refill points throughout the tour where you can top up with safe, clean drinking water.
Read about our sustainability efforts here.
Itinerary
The itinerary, timings and the places visited en-route may vary depending on whether you travel upstream or downstream and on the water levels in the upper reaches of the Mekong.
We may not always be able to advise you in advance of any itinerary changes as decisions to amend any part of the cruise could be made by the ship’s captain during the cruise itself. However, we will always endeavour to ensure that equally interesting visits and stops are substituted – it’s all part of the adventure of river cruising in South East Asia.
Mobility
We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to call us to discuss these concerns. General information on mobility in connection with our tours can be found here.
All transfer times listed here are approximate, and dependent on traffic. If you have a question regarding transfer times please don't hesitate to contact us.
Itinerary | Arrival airport | Start ship location | Transfer time | End ship location | Departure airport | Transfer time |
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Upstream | Saigon - Tan Son Nhat International Airport | Saigon | 1 hr | Siem Reap | Siem Reap International Airport | 30 mins |
Downstream | Siem Reap International Airport | Siem Reap | 30 mins | Saigon | Saigon - Tan Son Nhat International Airport | 1 hr |