Victoria Mekong Cruise 8 days: Siem Reap – Saigon

$1283 $2730
Duration
8 Days 7 Nights
Max People
70
Min Age
1+
Tour Type
Group tour

Overview

The Victoria Mekong Cruise offers the beauty and cultural richness of Vietnam and Cambodia. Launched in late 2019, this 4-star cruise ship combines state-of-the-art design with a contemporary aesthetic for optimal comfort and style.

Highlights
  • A brand-new cruise with 4-star comfort and superior services
  • Unique itinerary for long and short cruise
  • Exciting entertainment onboard: lounge, bar, pool, gym, spa, movie, mini-golf, music performance, etc.

What’s Included

  • All meals included in selected program
  • Free flow of soft beverages and local beers all day
  • Free flow of house wine by the glass during lunch and dinner
  • Complimentary refillable bottle in room
  • Transfers to/from meeting point/ship if included in program
  • Escorted excursions included in program
  • Onboard entertainment
  • Fuel, River Pilots, local anchorage fee
  • Port tax (65USD)
  • Government taxes & service charge
  • Tour guide gratuities
  • Any visa fees
  • Private transfers and any other transfer not in program
  • Optional excursions
  • Medical services
  • Ancillary services such as Spa treatments
  • Telephone expenses
Policy

  • Cancellation by Customer
  • For cancellations of bookings, the following charges will apply:
  • More than 180 days: 10% of the cruise price
  • 61 to 180 days: 20% of the cruise price
  • 31 to 60 days: 50% of the cruise price
  • Less than 30 days: 100% of the cruise price
  • Change of departure date or change of cabin type (downgrading from higher to lower category) allowed with the following conditions:
  • At least 181 days before departure: no penalty
  • Between 180 and 60 days before: a penalty equivalent to 20% of total cost per person will apply
  • 60 days to 31 days: a penalty equivalent to 50% of total cost per person will apply
  • No change allowed within 30 days from departure

Children Policy

  • Children rate applies to children aged between 6 and 12 years. Maximum one child below 12 is allowed to share bedding with one parent at 60% of net rate per person (double occupancy sharing). Children under 6 years old are not advised on board for safety reasons.
  • NOTES:
  • - The rate for children applies to one child sharing cabin with two adults.
  • - Full rate applies to the first child sharing one cabin with an adult.
  • - Passengers under 18 years old are only allowed on board accompanied by a passenger who are over 18 years old. Victoria Mekong Cruises is not responsible for the safety of children on board. Parents are fully responsible for their children and must supervise them at all times

  • PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

Itinerary

The Victoria Mekong Cruise offers the beauty and cultural richness of Vietnam and Cambodia. Launched in late 2019, this 4-star cruise ship combines state-of-the-art design with a contemporary aesthetic for optimal comfort and style.

Tour Plan

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Day 1 Siem Reap - Kampong Cham - Angkor Ban

Morning & Afternoon

You will be transferred by coach from Siem Reap to Kampong Cham and have lunch en route. Embark on the Victoria Mekong and meet the whole crew. 

After settling into your cabin, let's immerse ourselves in relaxing activities onboard and watch the first sunset over the mighty Mekong.

Evening

The staff opened an insightful lecture about Cambodia and some basic Khmer phrases. Meanwhile, dinner is prepared for our first night stay onboard.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Victoria Mekong Cruise
Day 2 Angkor Ban - Koh Dach - Koh Chen

Morning

The day starts with an Angkor Ban village tour. We might encounter a lot of wooden stilt houses standing in the tranquil atmosphere there. 

Then we will return for lunch on board.

Afternoon

Reach the Silk Island by three-wheeled tuk-tuk and start attending a comprehensive lesson about silk weaving, the process of it from worm to loom. We especially have a chance to observe local families weaving the iconic Cambodian krama.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Victoria Mekong Cruise
Day 3 Koh Chen - Oudong - Phnom Penh

Morning

After breakfast, guests proceed on a walking tour of Koh Chen village, with the highlight being a visit with a local copper and silversmith. 

Then, we take a bus to Oudong, Cambodia's former capital, as well as visit the intriguing Vipassana Dhura Meditation Center midway. Savor your meal on board, and then spend some time unwinding in your cabin.

Afternoon

After the relaxing session, ride a pedal-powered cyclo to the exquisite Raffles Hotel Le Royal and get a specialty drink at the renowned Elephant Bar.

Evening

Make your way back to the ship for supper and evening entertainment. The ship docks overnight in Phnom Penh.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Victoria Mekong Cruise
Day 4 Phnom Penh City Tour

Morning

Today is a profound one-day journey through Phnom Penh's cultural and historical gems.

Begin the trip at the opulent Royal Palace, a symbol of Cambodia's grandeur. Explore the intricately designed buildings and lush gardens that surround the residence of the royal family.

Continue to delve into the Silver Pagoda complex. Marvel at the glittering floor, adorned with thousands of silver tiles, and discover the precious artifacts and Buddha statues.

Then, immerse yourself in Cambodia's past at the National Museum, which houses an extensive collection of Khmer art and artifacts, to gain insights into the nation's cultural evolution and artistic legacy.

Afternoon

Get close to Choeung Ek and the haunting Killing Fields. Visiting there, tourists can feel the sobering reminders of Cambodia's tragic history, exploring the site's poignant exhibits. 

Evening 

Back to the cruise for a sumptuous dinner and a charming performance of Apsara dancing. We spend the night in Phnom Penh.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Victoria Mekong Cruise
Day 5 Phnom Penh - Tan Chau - Vam Nao

Morning

For those early birds, you can start the day with an exercise on the sky deck before joining others in the restaurant for breakfast.

The following activity is up to your preference, mini-golf tournament or freely enjoying your sightseeing on deck, while our cruise is crossing the border between Cambodia and Vietnam.

Afterwards, we will have a delightful lunch onboard.

Afternoon

Travel to the local market by local rickshaw. Then the expedition continues to the colorful temples, which are the spiritual centers for local residents. 

Evening

We better get back to the ship on time because there is a traditional Vietnamese lion dance waiting. After that, passengers will have dinner, relax for a peaceful evening, or partake in some entertainment activities. 

The ship will be anchored at Vam Nao overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Victoria Mekong Cruise
Day 6 Vam Nao - Tiger Island - Long Xuyen

Morning

A leisurely breakfast awaits you in Phu Tan, the provincial capital of An Giang in the Mekong Delta. 

Stop by a village to see an artisan village known for handcrafting Ca Rang clay stoves, which have been used for centuries to block the wind, maintain heat, and prevent ash from scattering.

The ship cruises on throughout lunch before anchoring at Tiger Island.

Afternoon

Tourists will board a sampan and explore Tiger Island on a three-wheeled "xe loi," learning about cottage businesses like plant pot building and incense production.

We would see Mr. Tiger's Temple and discover the legend that gave the island its name.

Evening

Return to the ship in time for the cocktail competition and the evening’s leisure time following.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Victoria Mekong Cruise
Day 7 Long Xuyen - Dinh Yen - Can Tho

Morning & Afternoon

The morning kicks off slowly as we head to the provincial capital of Long Xuyen. Transfer to the tender to visit the Long Xuyen floating market and the An Giang Museum. This museum showcases fascinating exhibitions of local minority communities, such as Kinh, Chinese, Khmer, and Cham cultures.

While tourists relax and have lunch, the ship proceeds to travel to the Dinh Yen Village, which is known for colorful straw mats woven on mechanized looms.

We make a stop at the local house that has spent many years mastering making tofu skin.

Evening

Once back on board, the ship heads towards Can Tho, the bustling center of the Mekong Delta. 

You can enjoy a traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music performance known as "don ca tai tu". Can Tho is where you'll spend the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Victoria Mekong Cruise
Day 8 Can Tho - Cai Be - Sai Gon

Morning & Afternoon

Before disembarking, passengers will have time for a hearty breakfast and panoramic sightseeing from the pool or terrace.

Transferring to Cai Be by coach, and we will have lunch at the elegant Le Longanier Restaurant before saying goodbye.

The journey concludes at the ÊMM Hotel Saigon, located at 157 Pasteur Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: NA

Cabin Rooms

Deluxe Cabin Main Deck
Deluxe Cabin Main Deck

17 cabins on River Deck & 16 cabins on Panorama Deck

Cabin size: 25.0 m2
Bed size: Double/ Twin
Max Person: 2
Deluxe Cabin Upper Deck
Deluxe Cabin Upper Deck

17 cabins on River Deck & 16 cabins on Panorama Deck

Cabin size: 25.0 m2
Bed size: Double/ Twin
Max Person: 2
Suite
Suite

02 cabins on Panorama Deck

Cabin size: 45.0 m2
Bed size: Double
Max Person: 2
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