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Length
8 Days
Ship category
Luxury
Ship type
Small Ships
Capacity
40 Passengers
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Step aboard Aqua Mekong and navigate the legendary Mekong River in unmatched comfort. The ship features 20 luxury suites designed for elegance and privacy, each with floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic river views. Onboard amenities include a spa, gym, river-facing plunge pool, and intimate dining areas offering local and international cuisine. Excursions are expert-led, ranging from kayaking through floating villages and visiting historic Buddhist temples to cycling across verdant rice fields and observing traditional silk weaving and silver crafting. The best time to travel spans both hig … Read more about Aqua Mekong
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Transfers to and from ship
Fitness Center
Bar
Private Balcony
Private Bathroom
Zodiac Fleet
Eco friendly
Room Safe
Hot water
Kayaks on board
Observation Lounge
All meals
Laundry service
Spa
Beer+wine with dinner
Air conditioning & private bathroom
Doctor on board
Standup paddle boards
Water, Coffee, Tea & fresh juices
Elevator
Medical Services
English guides
Sundeck with jacuzzi
Restaurant
Guests enjoy fresh, locally inspired cuisine with an emphasis on Vietnamese and Cambodian specialties. Menus adapt daily to incorporate regional ingredients, offering a mix of traditional flavors and modern presentation for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Keep in mind this is an expedition cruise, so your itinerary will depend greatly on the weather, amount of ice and wildlife breeding behavior.
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Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transportation: Ship (60h)
Gather at our designated meeting point in Siem Reap before boarding an air-conditioned van for a scenic 45-minute drive through the countryside to the Tonle Sap Lake dock, where your voyage aboard Aqua Mekong begins. Step into your floating sanctuary, where floor-to-ceiling windows reveal panoramic riverscapes. Unwind in the privacy of your design suite—whether from the comfort of your California King bed, private terrace, or daybed—as the Mekong quietly unveils its magic.
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Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transportation: Ship (120h)
Explore remote villages around the Tonle Sap Lake, designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1997. We visit Phat Sandai, a remote village where schools, churches, and even the police station float along the riverbank. Learn about the locals' unique way of life and efforts to conserve biodiversity in the area. For a truly immersive experience, kayak past floating houses and cool off in the shaded canopy of aquatic trees. After a cooking demonstration onboard in the afternoon, we continue learning about Khmer riverside life in Kampong Chhnang, the 'Port of Pottery' so called because archaeological findings here date to the 6th century.
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Transportation: Ship (240h)
This morning, we visit Koh Chen, a silversmith village known for its fine craftsmanship favored by Khmer royalty. We continue to Udong, the royal capital from the 17-19th centuries, where we learn about a uniquely challenging Buddhist practice at the Vipassana Dhura, a meditation center. In the afternoon, we set off for the Mekong's ‘Silk Island' where renowned weavers allow us to wander freely, admiring their intricate craftsmanship. Biking is optional for those who wish to explore deeper into the island.
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See local Life at Sisowat Riverside Park
We introduce guests to the vibrant Cambodian capital by motorized tuktuk, with stops at the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum of Cambodia, home to the world’s largest collection of Khmer art. For those interested, we visit the Tuol Sleng Museum of Genocide or explore the bustling stalls of the Russian Market. We bid farewell to 4-night guests who are disembarking in Phnom Penh.Return to welcome our 3-night passengers over custom sundowners like the Salted Watermelon Crush with Thai basil. Together we celebrate the onward journey towards the heart of the mighty Mekong River with a Khmer Apsara performance, an indigenous tradition memorialized on the temple walls of Angkor Wat.
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Say ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’ while we cross the border and sail towards Tan Chau. Here, we’ll visit the vibrant border town of Chau Doc to take the local rickshaw, called xe loi, for a trip around the town and market. We head off by van to Long Son Pagoda for a panoramic view atop Sam Mountain. Ask the monks about their age-old Mahayana Buddhist practices before returning via the bustling morning market. Optional 18-kilometer bike ride on Long Khanh Island to see paddy fields and get a snippet of local life.In the afternoon, we visit a typical Mekong Delta village called My An Hung where we will walk through verdant plantations. We will be invited to a local's home to taste local fruits while hearing traditional folk songs performed by villagers, followed by a unique Unicorn dance. A 17-kilometer biking option is also available for those who wish to explore the countryside on wheels.
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Begin the day at Binh Thanh mat weaving village to bike through local markets, fruit plantations, and fish farms. Guests can also take it slow and opt to visit Sa Dec where we will peruse the vibrant markets with our chef, along with a visit to the Lover House and Kien An Cung. Afterwards, enjoy a cooking demonstration followed by a scrumptious lunch onboard.We continue downstream for Cai Be, and board a local sampan to Tan Phong Island, where we’ll visit a fruit garden, savoring local fruits along the way. Here, guests can pick their mode of adventure from a short 8-kilometer trail around the island, to a kayak through a small canal, or a relaxing walk through the community for a closer look at local life.
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After a hearty breakfast, we bid farewell to Aqua Mekong. En route to Ho Chi Minh, we stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the largest Mahayana Buddhist temples in the region. You will notice the mixed architectural style and see three large buddha statues plus an impressive collection of bonsai trees.
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When booking online, you can choose the option to "Upgrade to single occupancy". This will guarantee you the whole cabin to yourself, for an additional fee. If you don't select this option, then another traveler of the same sex might be placed into the same cabin with you. Exceptions may apply.
All meals while on board
Selected house wines and beer, non-alcoholic drinks
Twice-daily excursions with expert local guides
Group transfers to/from vessel when traveling on recommended flights
Laundry
Top-of-the-line biking and kayaking equipment
Unlimited access to high-speed Wi-Fi
Extra excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Any airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival or departure other than those specified above
Single room supplement and stateroom upgrades
Meals not on board the ship
Beverages (other than coffee and tea)
Tips for the crew (we recommend USD 16 per person per day)
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Embark on a skiff safari in the Prek Toal Bird Reserve to spot rare waterbirds like the spot-billed pelican.
Explore the remote floating villages of Moat Khla and Phat Sandai on the Tonle Sap Lake.
Visit the royal silversmiths of Koh Chen and the silk weavers of Koh Oknha Tey.
Cross the border into Vietnam to experience the bustling markets of Chau Doc and Sa Dec.
Best Price Guarantee: Find a better price elsewhere, and we’ll match it.
River Cruise Specialists: We focus exclusively on river expeditions, with recommendations grounded in first-hand expertise.
Travel that gives back: Every booking directly supports rainforest conservation project.
This 7-night downstream expedition is arguably the most comprehensive way to experience the Mekong, tracing the river's flow from the ancient Khmer heartland to the bustling Vietnamese coast. We begin in the fascinating ecosystem of the Tonle Sap Lake—accessible only during high-water seasons—where we explore bird sanctuaries and floating villages that feel worlds away from modern life. As we descend towards the Delta, the pace shifts from the serene rhythms of Cambodia to the vibrant, commercial energy of Vietnam.
We love this itinerary because it covers the full spectrum of river life. One day you are birdwatching in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the next you are cycling through silk-weaving islands, and finally, you are navigating the busy canals of the Mekong Delta. It is an active, cultural, and luxurious journey that connects the temples of Angkor with the metropolis of Saigon without a single wasted moment.