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A Mekong River cruise is an immersion in a vibrant journey close to the river and the people who call it home: glide through the delta among canals, tropical orchards, floating markets, and stilt houses; discover Phnom Penh at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap; explore the temples of Angkor near Siem Reap; or experience the more spiritual atmosphere of Luang Prabang and the Pak Ou Caves on the Upper Mekong.
The destination naturally blends local life, spirituality, tropical landscapes, markets, Southeast Asian flavors, and cultural immersion in a journey shaped by encounters, river scenes, and everyday discoveries.
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Mekong
Itinerary : Siem Reap, Koh Chen, Kampongtralach, Phnom Penh, SA DEC, CAI BE, Ho Chi Minh City
16 other departures
RV Toum Tiou II
9 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Ho Chi Minh City
04/09/2027
from
$ 1,754
Other departures:
13-29 Sep 2026
15-31 Oct 2026
16 Nov 2026
Other departures
Itinerary : Siem Reap, Kampongtralach, Phnom Penh, SA DEC, CAI BE, Ho Chi Minh City
19 other departures
RV indochine
9 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Ho Chi Minh City
04/11/2027
from
$ 2,019
Other departures:
01-17 Oct 2026
04-20 Dec 2026
05-21 Jan 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Ho Chi Minh City, CAI BE, SA DEC, Chau doc, Phnom Penh, Kampong Chhnang, Koh Chen, Siem Reap, Angkor (Angkor Vat), Siem Reap, Angkor (Angkor Vat)
18 other departures
RV Toum Tiou II
11 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Ho Chi Minh City
04/01/2027
from
$ 2,304
Other departures:
21 Sep 2026
07-23 Oct 2026
08 Nov 2026
Other departures
Itinerary : Siem Reap, Angkor (Angkor Vat), Koh Chen, Kampongtralach, Phnom Penh, SA DEC, CAI BE, Ho Chi Minh City
16 other departures
RV Toum Tiou II
11 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Angkor (Angkor Vat)
04/07/2027
from
$ 2,379
Other departures:
11-27 Sep 2026
13-29 Oct 2026
14-30 Nov 2026
Other departures
Itinerary : Siem Reap, Kampongtralach, Phnom Penh, SA DEC, CAI BE, Ho Chi Minh City
26 other departures
Rv Indochine II
9 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Ho Chi Minh City
04/16/2027
from
$ 2,383
Other departures:
20 Sep 2026
06-22 Oct 2026
07-23 Nov 2026
Other departures
Itinerary : Siem Reap, Angkor (Angkor Vat), Tonle, Kampongtralach, Phnom Penh, SA DEC, CAI BE, Ho Chi Minh City
20 other departures
RV indochine
11 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Ho Chi Minh City
09/29/2026
from
$ 2,980
Other departures:
15 Oct 2026
02-18 Dec 2026
03-19 Jan 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Siem Reap, Angkor (Angkor Vat), Tonle, Kampongtralach, Phnom Penh, SA DEC, CAI BE, Ho Chi Minh City
25 other departures
Rv Indochine II
11 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Ho Chi Minh City
09/18/2026
from
$ 3,430
Other departures:
04-20 Oct 2026
05-21 Nov 2026
07-23 Dec 2026
Other departures
Itinerary : Siem Reap, Angkor (Angkor Vat), Tonle, Kampongtralach, Phnom Penh, SA DEC, CAI BE, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hanoi
20 other departures
RV indochine
14 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Ho Chi Minh City
09/29/2026
from
$ 4,549
Other departures:
15 Oct 2026
02-18 Dec 2026
03-19 Jan 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Siem Reap, Angkor (Angkor Vat), Tonle, Kampongtralach, Phnom Penh, SA DEC, CAI BE, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hanoi
24 other departures
Rv Indochine II
14 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Ho Chi Minh City
09/18/2026
from
$ 5,000
Other departures:
04-20 Oct 2026
05-21 Nov 2026
07-23 Dec 2026
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Itinerary : Hong Kong, Halong Bay, Da nang, Ho Chi Minh City, Sihanoukville, KO KOOD, Bangkok, Singapore
4 other departures
Seabourn Encore
15 d
Suite
Hong Kong
01/04/2027
from
$ 7,642
Other departures:
06 Dec 2027
03 Jan 2028
06 Dec 2028
Other departures
Itinerary : Singapore, Bangkok, KO KOOD, Sihanoukville, Ho Chi Minh City, Da nang, Halong Bay, Hong Kong
2 other departures
Seabourn Encore
15 d
Suite
Singapore
12/21/2026
from
$ 8,994
Other departures:
01 Feb 2027
17 Jan 2029
Cruising through the Mekong Delta
Floating markets and artisan villages
Sa Dec, where colonial charm meets literature
Chau Doc and life by the water
Phnom Penh at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap
A sunset cruise in Phnom Penh
Tonlé Sap Lake and its floating villages
Siem Reap and the temples of Angkor
Cambodia's riverside villages
Luang Prabang, jewel of the Upper Mekong
The Pak Ou Caves by boat
The wild landscapes of the Upper Mekong
Weather & conditions
Hot and humid. Regular showers, generally heavy, arrive late in the day.
Expert advice
The rain swells the river and turns the landscapes—rice paddies and jungle—an incredibly lush green. Cruising remains pleasant, and sites are less crowded.
Weather & conditions
Ideal climate. Moderate temperatures (25-30°C) and very little rain.
Expert advice
This is peak season. Blue skies are perfect for photographing the temples and enjoying tropical markets at their liveliest.
| Season | Weather & conditions | Expert advice |
|---|---|---|
May–October | Hot and humid. Regular showers, generally heavy, arrive late in the day. | The rain swells the river and turns the landscapes—rice paddies and jungle—an incredibly lush green. Cruising remains pleasant, and sites are less crowded. |
November–April Ideal climate. Moderate temperatures (25-30°C) and very little rain. This is peak season. Blue skies are perfect for photographing the temples and enjoying tropical markets at their liveliest. | ||
From Thailand to the Vietnamese delta, this legendary river offers striking contrasts. Here are the highlights of your Asian adventure.
In Cambodia
The Angkor archaeological site, one of the world's largest religious complexes.
In Thailand
Wat Rong Khun (the White Temple) in Chiang Rai, a contemporary and sacred work of art.
In Laos
The historic city of Luang Prabang, listed by UNESCO for its dozens of pagodas.
In Cambodia
The Angkor archaeological site, one of the world's largest religious complexes.
In Thailand
Wat Rong Khun (the White Temple) in Chiang Rai, a contemporary and sacred work of art.
In Laos
The historic city of Luang Prabang, listed by UNESCO for its dozens of pagodas.
In Vietnam
Ocean extensions to spectacular Ha Long Bay, with karst formations rising from emerald waters.
In Laos
The terraced pools of Kuang Si Falls in the heart of the jungle.
In Vietnam
Ocean extensions to spectacular Ha Long Bay, with karst formations rising from emerald waters.
In Laos
The terraced pools of Kuang Si Falls in the heart of the jungle.
Tonlé Sap Lake
The remarkable adaptability of communities living in entirely floating villages.
The Mekong Delta
The bustle of local markets, where boats overflow with tropical fruit and handicrafts.
Tonlé Sap Lake
The remarkable adaptability of communities living in entirely floating villages.
The Mekong Delta
The bustle of local markets, where boats overflow with tropical fruit and handicrafts.
Cruising through the delta among canals, orchards, and stilt houses
Travelers often remember cruising through the delta as one of the greatest highlights of a Mekong River cruise. With river branches, canals lined with nipa palms, tropical orchards, and stilt houses, this port of call presents a vivid picture of river life in Vietnam.
Discovering Phnom Penh and the great temples of Angkor
Cambodia makes a powerful impression on travelers, from Phnom Penh at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap to the extension to Siem Reap and the temples of Angkor. The Royal Palace, lively waterfront, pagodas, Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and the Bayon give the journey a rich cultural dimension.
Traveling up the Upper Mekong through Luang Prabang, Pak Ou, and wild landscapes
On Thailand–Laos itineraries, travelers enjoy a more spiritual and intimate atmosphere. Luang Prabang, the Pak Ou Caves, golden pagodas, riverside villages, and jungle landscapes offer a calmer, more contemplative view of the river.
Strolling through Sa Dec among old houses and the gentle pace of the delta
Sa Dec appeals to travelers seeking a gentler stop in the delta. The city blends old houses, pagodas, a local market, and a literary atmosphere linked to Marguerite Duras, at a more peaceful pace than the Mekong's busiest destinations.
Exploring Chau Doc through floating villages and river life
On the border between Vietnam and Cambodia, Chau Doc offers a very tangible picture of life by the water. Travelers remember its floating villages, fish farms, Vietnamese, Khmer, Chinese, and Cham influences, and the lively border-town atmosphere before crossing into Cambodia.
Seeing Phnom Penh from the river at golden hour
In Phnom Penh, travelers often enjoy the moment when the light fades over the banks of the Mekong, Tonlé Sap, and Bassac. This gentler cruise complements the capital's cultural and historical visits with a highly picturesque interlude on the river.
The Mekong is one of the world's greatest rivers, and Asia's fourth largest. Its name, meaning the mother of all rivers, is apt, as most of Asia's rivers have their source in the Mekong. Its actual length is unknown due to its many tributaries, but scientists estimate it to be between 4,350 and 4,909 km long. The delta formed by this river covers more than 55,000 km² and overlaps several countries, from Vietnam to Cambodia and Laos. The Mekong rises in Qinghai, high in the Himalayas, then flows through China, on to Laos, bordering Burma, before entering Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam, where it is known as the River of Nine Dragons. Difficult to navigate, the Mekong has long separated the peoples who live along its banks. Today, thanks to advances in navigation techniques, the Mekong has become a very popular waterway, particularly for cruise ships. Companies offer this river adventure to holidaymakers eager to discover the very essence of Southeast Asia, where Khmer temples, centuries-old monuments, floating markets and villages on stilts form an astonishing tableau.
A luxury cruise on the Mekong is first and foremost a voyage of discovery. You'll stop off in picturesque villages with their authentic charm, as well as in metropolises, the strongholds of modernity. A prestige cruise on the Mekong inevitably passes through Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's principal city. This fascinating city boasts a harmonious architectural heritage, with colonial-era monuments such as Notre Dame de Saigon Cathedral rubbing shoulders with ancient pagodas such as the Jade Emperor's Pagoda and the Giac Lam Pagoda. Take advantage of this stopover to discover the exotic atmosphere of Phung Hiep's floating markets.
A prestigious cruise along the Mekong also takes you to Phnom Penh, the stronghold of the Khmer Rouge. A visit to the Royal Palace, a worthy representative of Cambodian architecture, with its silver pagoda, is the highlight of this Mekong cruise stopover. You can also visit the National Museum to learn more about the country's history. After Phnom Penh, head for Koh Chen, a village of artisans who excel in engraved copper work. Take advantage of your time ashore for an ox-cart ride to the Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda, lost in the middle of rice paddies. The walk itself is already magnificent, but the pagoda, though modest in size, is not lacking in charm either, with its surprisingly well-preserved murals.
The most beautiful discovery of this top-of-the-range cruise is undoubtedly Siem Reap, a peaceful town with a central architectural heritage inherited from the former Chinese colonial period. While the city and its dynamic atmosphere are perfect for a stay in the sun, history buffs or the simply curious, leave it for the royal city of Angkor Thom, which was founded in the course of the 9th century. The site is home to no fewer than a hundred temples, which appear to have been carved right into the stone. Start your visit with the Bayon temple and its 54 towers decorated with the smiling faces of Avalokiteshavara, who looks down on you with compassion. Continue on to the Terrace of the Leper King and Elephants, from where you'll have a breathtaking view of the Baphuon temple and its five monumental gates. Before leaving the site, don't miss a visit to Angkor Wat, Angkor's best-preserved temple, which appeals for its Khmer decoration, which despite its splendor remains harmonious. Every flat surface of the temple is adorned with decorations depicting gods, men and animals.
For an unforgettable Mekong cruise, it's advisable to plan your trip for the best season. Generally speaking, a Mekong cruise is scheduled from December to May, but there are seasonal peculiarities to take into account depending on the region you wish to visit during your stopovers. If you opt for an itinerary in the Chau Doc region, it's best to schedule your cruise between December and April. At this time of year, the landscape is verdant, the climate is mild and the birds are still plentiful in the bird sanctuaries. Temperatures are often pleasant in the Saigon region, making cruises possible all year round. Even if a little light rain sometimes interferes with visits, this does not in any way hinder the discovery of the sites.
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