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Mekong Princess Cruise To Phnom Penh - Cambodia

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From USD 1,980
  • Time: 5 days 4 nights
  • Origin: Ho Chi Minh (MK_CR014: MEKONG PRINCESS 5D4N )
  • Validity: From 1st January to 31st Dec 2025
  • Transport: Cruise
  • Destination: The Mekong Delta
  • Minimum number of guests: 1
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Discover the beauty of the Mekong Delta and Phnom Penh on a 5-day luxury cruise aboard the Mekong Princess. Immerse yourself in local culture with visits to floating markets, traditional villages, and iconic landmarks, all while enjoying exquisite cuisine and unmatched hospitality. This journey offers a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and cultural exploration.

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Itinerary

DAY 1: SAIGON . Embarkation in Saigon – Entering the Mekong

Tour with guide

Around 10:00–11:00 AM, you’ll be picked up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and transferred to the Mekong Princess at Saigon Port. After embarkation and a safety briefing, enjoy lunch while cruising through the Saigon, Soai Rap, Nuoc Man, Vam Co, and Cho Gao waterways. Settle into your suite and watch the changing scenery along the river. In the evening, anchor in the Mekong Delta, sip cocktails at sunset, and enjoy a Vietnamese à la carte dinner onboard.

DAY 2: BEN TRE – CAN THO . Tranquil Waterways of Ben Tre & Arrival in Can Tho

Tour with guide

Begin the day with a sampan ride through mangrove-lined canals, visit a coconut candy workshop, then walk through a fruit orchard and take a small boat through narrow creeks. In the afternoon, sail toward Can Tho. Visit Chua Ong Pagoda and enjoy a unicorn dance show. The ship docks overnight in Can Tho. Onboard activity: Lecture on Vietnam’s people, culture, and colonial history.

DAY 3: CAN THO – HOA AN . Floating Market Wonders & Rural Life in Hoa An

Tour with guide

Early morning, visit Cai Rang Floating Market, where boats trade fresh produce. Sample fruit and coconut water, then visit a local noodle factory. After lunch, explore Hoa An village by motor cart and sampan. Visit rice fields, fruit orchards, and observe rice milling operations. End the visit at a family home making conical hats, where you can try hands-on crafting. The ship anchors near Gieng Island.

DAY 4: GIENG ISLAND – HONG NGU . Island Craftsmanship & Khmer Traditions near the Border

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In the morning, take a sampan to Gieng Island, visit a sampan-making village, cruise past mango gardens, and ride a xe lôi to Phanxico Monastery. In the afternoon, explore Hong Ngu village near the Vietnam–Cambodia border, known for weaving traditional Khmer scarves and embroidery. Also visit the Hoa Hao temple. Onboard activity: Vietnamese cooking class demonstration. Ship proceeds to the border.

DAY 5: PHNOM PENH – BORDER CROSSING, DISEMBARKATION . Into Cambodia – The Charm of Phnom Penh

Tour with guide

This morning, Mekong Princess arrives at the border for exit formalities before continuing upstream to Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia. Enjoy scenic views along the Mekong River. After immigration clearance, local cyclo drivers will take you on a city tour. Ride along the riverfront to the Royal Palace, where you can explore the Throne Hall, Moonlight Pavilion, and walk through beautiful gardens. Continue to the Silver Pagoda, home to Cambodia’s Emerald Buddha and a diamond-encrusted Maitreya Buddha. After a short break, visit the National Museum, featuring Cambodia’s largest collection of pre-Angkorian and Angkorian artifacts. Please place your checked luggage outside your suite before disembarkation at 5:00 PM at Phnom Penh Port, where you’ll bid farewell to the ship and crew. Onboard activity: Fruit Carving & Tropical Fruits Demonstration.

What to Expect

·         Luxury Mekong river cruise experience

·         Scenic sailing from Saigon through the lush Mekong Delta

·         Explore Ben Tre’s coconut workshops and orchard-lined canals by sampan

·         Witness Cai Rang Floating Market and visit local noodle & rice factories

·         Meet local artisans crafting conical hats and weaving Khmer scarves

·         Ride traditional vehicles like xe lôi & motor carts through villages

·         Visit iconic sites: Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda & National Museum in Phnom Penh

·         Enjoy traditional performances including unicorn dance and monk blessings

·         Engage in onboard cultural activities: cooking class & fruit carving demo

·         Delight in gourmet à la carte Vietnamese and Khmer cuisine throughout

Term & conditions

Date: 24 - 28 July 2025 / 07 -11 Aug / 04 -8 Sep 2025

Just from  USD 1,980. Please contact us to check availability and receive a detailed quotation.

I/ Onboard Excursions & Activities

  • Excursions are designed to meet luxury and cultural standards, including all entrance fees.

  • Included services:

    • All shore excursions and sightseeing activities.

    • Guided tours with local experts.

    • QuietVox audio devices for guided listening.

    • Small group size (max 28 guests), with personal attention during all tours.

    • Local transportation: sampans, boats, “xe lam”, “xe loi”, and trishaws.

    • Traditional music shows, craft demos, folk dance, and spiritual ceremonies.

    • Presentations and lectures by local guides and cruise hosts.

II/ Dining, Wellness & Entertainment

  • Meals are carefully curated to offer buffet and à la carte options, with both local and French-Indochinese flavors at the “Spa Cuisine” and “Le Marche” dining venues.

  • Complimentary soft drinks, juices, local beer, wines with lunch & dinner, plus mineral water and in-room minibar.

  • Fitness: onboard gym, tai chi, stretching.

  • Onboard spa (menu and fees available separately).

  • Spacious lounge and sundeck with daily afternoon tea.

  • Enrichment library and cultural entertainment.

III/ In-room Amenities

IV/ Transfers

  • Transfers in Ho Chi Minh City to/from ship as per itinerary.

V/ Not Included

  • Airfare.

  • External transportation services not booked through Viet Princess Cruises.

  • Premium alcohol (hard liquor, champagne, etc.).

  • Personal expenses, souvenirs, spa treatments.

  • Visas (Vietnam & Cambodia).

  • Travel insurance.

  • Tips and gratuities (at guests’ discretion).

VI/ Important Notes

  • Guests are responsible for obtaining valid Vietnam & Cambodia visas.

  • Note: Cambodian visa can be arranged onboard (USD $50, subject to change). Vietnamese visa must be arranged in advance.

    . CHILDREN POLICY

    • Children under 6 years old sharing a bed with parents receive an 80% discount off the adult rate.

    • Children from 6 to under 12 years old sharing a bed with parents receive a 40% discount off the adult rate.

    • Children from 12 years old and above are charged as adults.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy

  • If cancellation is made more than 90 days before the departure date, an administrative fee (non-refundable) will be charged per guest. This fee cannot be transferred to a future trip.

  • If cancellation is made within 90 days of departure, the following penalties apply:

    • 90–61 days before departure: 50% of the total fare per guest.

    • 60–0 days before departure or no-show: 100% of the total fare per guest.