Mekong River Encompassed – Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
10 days*
From
17450 SEK
was
20524 SEK
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Overview
Experience Cambodia and Vietnam from a truly different perspective — the waters of the mighty Mekong River. Sail for eight days aboard a classic riverboat from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City. Discover Phnom Penh, roam the famous floating markets, and watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat. Incredible views of Southeast Asia await you here.
Overview
- Departs/Ends: Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
- Travel style: Marine
- Trip type: Max 28
What you get
- Accomodation: Aboard the Toum Tiou II Riverboat (7 nts), hotels (2 nts).
- Transport: Toum Tiou II Riverboat, private vehicles, cyclo, walking.
- Meals: 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners
- Team leader: CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Extras
- The international flight to and from start and finish city is not included in the tour price.
- Your own room
Allow USD75-100 for meals not included. Drinks and tips on board not included.
Map & Itinerary
Day 1 Siem Reap
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2 Siem Reap/Koh Chen
Visit Angkor Wat at sunrise and continue exploring with a local guide. Enjoy lunch at the G Adventures-supported New Hope project. This afternoon, transfer to Koh Chen, then settle in as the crew set sail. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Koh Chen/Kampong Chhnang
Enjoy the morning in Koh Chen, an island in the river. Visit silver and copper workshops and meet a Khmer Rouge survivor eager to tell his story. Then, continue on to one of the biggest villages on the Tonle Sap River, Kampong Chhnang. Learn more about fish farming, pottery, and sugar palm production in the area. Wander through the local market then opt to cycle to visit the local industries. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Kampong Chhnang/Phnom Penh
Embark on an early morning cruise to Kampong Tralach and visit the local vihara (Buddhist monastery) and Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda. Opt to cycle, or ride in a tuk tuk or buffalo cart, through the village and past rice paddies to reach the monastery. This afternoon, continue to the capital city of Phnom Penh. Take a cyclo tour past sights like Wat Phnom and the Grand Palace. Opt to finish up at the FCC for a happy hour cocktail overlooking the river or for dinner in town. Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Day 5 Phnom Penh
Spend the day exploring all this city has to offer. Start with guided visits to the S21 Museum and the Killing Fields. Enjoy free time to explore the National Museum, Grand Palace or Russian Market. In the evening, return to the boat for an Apsara show before departure. Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Day 6 Phnom Penh/Sadek
Cross the border into Vietnam and cruise to Chau Doc. Visit the Tra Su Bird Sanctuary and soak in the view from the top of Sam Mountain. Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Day 7 Sadek/Mỹ Tho
Visit the Kien An Cung Pagoda in Sa Dec and take the time to stroll through the market along the river. View the old colonial houses by the delta. Continue on to Vinh Long. Learn about rice popping and opt to wander small paths through the communities here. Continue to Cai Be by local boats and meet up with the vessel. Drop anchor tonight near Thoi Son Island. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 8 Mỹ Tho
Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda in the morning, catching a glimpse of My Tho town on the way. Cruise to Thoi Son Island by local boats for some local industry visits. Enjoy learning more about coconut product manufacturing and honey farming, with samples of honey and local fruit. Meet traditional musicians here. Opt for a local lunch on the island. Enjoy a farewell cocktail on board before the Captain's dinner. Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Day 9 Mỹ Tho/Ho Chi Minh City
Continue the final leg of the journey to Ho Chi Minh City. Arrive around 11am and disembark. Later, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels. Meals included: breakfast
Day 10 Ho Chi Minh City
Depart at any time. Meals included: breakfast
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Dates & Prices
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27 Jan 2021
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