Mekong cruise Saigon to Siem Reap
Join in our Mekong river cruise routes to get insight into the heart and soul of the two exotic countries of Indochina. Starting off in the most bustling city of Vietnam, Saigon, cruise to My Tho to discover the daily working life of locals on colorful floating markets, soak up the ancient beauty of the colonial buildings in Sa Dec and Chau Doc. Then extending to Phnom Penh to explore the fascinating culture & history of Cambodia in the awe-inspiring old temples of Angkor. End of the tour with a series of other fascinating destinations and stop at Siem Reap, the main culture centre of the country. The combination of the best highlights of the two countries will give you awe-struck and leave you unforgettable impression.
• Travelling and taking a closer look at architectural works along Cambodia
• Witnessing floating lifestyles along the cruise
• Enjoying a trip to explore delightful attractions around famous cities
• Catching sight of the beauty and glamour of beautifully nature scenery
• Visiting Saigon - the glorious city of Vietnam and delightful traditional villages.
• Travelling and taking a closer look at architectural works along Cambodia
• Witnessing floating lifestyles along the cruise
• Enjoying a trip to explore delightful attractions around famous cities
• Catching sight of the beauty and glamour of beautifully nature scenery
• Visiting Saigon - the glorious city of Vietnam and delightful traditional villages.
• There can be no tapestry of river life as fascinating and varied as the River Mekong.
• Indeed there can be no more striking a cultural contrast as that between the bustling Vietnam delta and the tranquility of Cambodia.
• We pass from the vibrant French colonial port of Saigon, now called Ho Chi Minh City, through the vast Delta so rich in human life and endeavor, to travel along the main channel into the rich countryside of Cambodia.
• There can be no tapestry of river life as fascinating and varied as the River Mekong.
• Indeed there can be no more striking a cultural contrast as that between the bustling Vietnam delta and the tranquility of Cambodia.
• We pass from the vibrant French colonial port of Saigon, now called Ho Chi Minh City, through the vast Delta so rich in human life and endeavor, to travel along the main channel into the rich countryside of Cambodia.
• Visit the French Gothic Cathedral and colorful port area in Cai Be
• Walk/Cycle amongst the ever blossoming Sa Dec flower village and local industries
• Visit Long Xuyen Market, Cu Lao Ong Ho, Cai Be floating market, Sa Dec local market and Hoa Hao village.
• Take a sampan for a cruise through the floating fish-farm village, the old house and fruit orchards.
• Have a city tour in Phnom Penh including the Wats Phnom, National museum, Silver Pagoda and Royal Palace.
• Explore the legend monuments of Cambodia such as the famous temples of Angkor Wat, the ancient capital of Angkor Thom, Banteay Srei temple - the jewel in the crown of Classical Khmer Art, Ta Prohm, etc.
• Discover natural beauty and peaceful daily life in Mekong Delta.
• Visit the French Gothic Cathedral and colorful port area in Cai Be
• Walk/Cycle amongst the ever blossoming Sa Dec flower village and local industries
• Visit Long Xuyen Market, Cu Lao Ong Ho, Cai Be floating market, Sa Dec local market and Hoa Hao village.
• Take a sampan for a cruise through the floating fish-farm village, the old house and fruit orchards.
• Have a city tour in Phnom Penh including the Wats Phnom, National museum, Silver Pagoda and Royal Palace.
• Explore the legend monuments of Cambodia such as the famous temples of Angkor Wat, the ancient capital of Angkor Thom, Banteay Srei temple - the jewel in the crown of Classical Khmer Art, Ta Prohm, etc.
• Discover natural beauty and peaceful daily life in Mekong Delta.
• Visit the French Gothic Cathedral and colorful port area in Cai Be
• Walk/Cycle amongst the ever blossoming Sa Dec flower village and local industries
• Visit Long Xuyen Market, Cu Lao Ong Ho, Cai Be floating market, Sa Dec local market and Hoa Hao village.
• Take a sampan for a cruise through the floating fish-farm village, the old house and fruit orchards.
• Have a city tour in Phnom Penh including the Wats Phnom, National museum, Silver Pagoda and Royal Palace.
• Explore the legend monuments of Cambodia such as the famous temples of Angkor Wat, the ancient capital of Angkor Thom, Banteay Srei temple - the jewel in the crown of Classical Khmer Art, Ta Prohm, etc.
• Discover natural beauty and peaceful daily life in Mekong Delta.
• See the differences of the daily work of the two countries’ natives in visists to lacquer factory, local worshop, etc
• Understand more about life of locals in local villages, floating villages, etc
• Discover cultural heritage sites of the two countries such as the house of Marguerite’s Chinese Lover, Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Dhura Pagoda, etc
• Relaxing time to go shopping in colorful markets
• Immense yourselves into beautiful landscapes passing by as cruising along the Mekong river
• See the differences of the daily work of the two countries’ natives in visists to lacquer factory, local worshop, etc
• Understand more about life of locals in local villages, floating villages, etc
• Discover cultural heritage sites of the two countries such as the house of Marguerite’s Chinese Lover, Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Dhura Pagoda, etc
• Relaxing time to go shopping in colorful markets
• Immense yourselves into beautiful landscapes passing by as cruising along the Mekong river
• Discover outstanding destinations in Ho Chi Minh city such as Reunification palace, Notre Dame cathedral and Central Post office, National History museum.
• Get full insight of the beauty of peaceful life in Cai Be and Sa Dec- the romantic city.
• Experience "tuk tuk” trip, a motorised tricycle which is the traditional mode of transport in Phnom Penh.
• Visit famous places in Cambodia such as Silver Pagoda, Royal palace, Tuol Svay Prey S21 School, Wat Kampong Tarlach Leu Pagoda.
• Enjoy Apsara dance show by student dancers and musicians.
• Wonderful chance to climb up Sam Mountain, the highest point in the Mekong Delta
• Visit the famous house of Marguerite Duras' legendary lover, Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, Chau Doc floating market.
• Take the most captivating views of the surrounding countryside’s rice fields
• Explore authentic Vietnamese wet market with diverse kinds of food
• Learn about Khmer riverside life in Kampong Chhnang, the 'Port of Pottery'
• Explore the remote communities around the Tonle Sap Lake, designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1997
• Witness the hustle and bustle of delta river life as the local traders take their produce to market
• Visit the handcrafted coconut candy-makers
• Visit the fascinating Cai Rang floating market at Can Tho
• Enjoy a local entertainment show on board after dinner
• Take cyclos to the National Museum and look at many of the artifacts excavated around the Angkor Archeological Area in Siem Reap
• Transfer to the outskirts of Phnom Penh to visit Choeung Ek (‘The Killing Fields’)
• Visit the charming town of Angkor Ban
