Morning

Guests will gather in the stateroom after embarking on the Jayavarman cruise and be provided by the crew with a briefing on the cabin’s facilities. 

After spending some time settling in and exploring the accommodation, you can enjoy the prepared welcome lunch buffet, as well as listen to the safety and welcome briefing in the lobby by our cruise director.

Kick off the trip by heading southeast to Kampong Cham, a vital trade and transportation hub, which boasts well-maintained highways. 

There is also Cheung Krok village, home of numerous skillful artisans who are capable of crafting a variety of handmade items including food, clothes, and daily goods. 

We might pay a visit to the Bamboo bridge which just takes a few miles from the village. This bridge is famous because it has to be rebuilt annually to avoid high water season.

Afternoon

In the late afternoon, we delve into the welcome event at the bar on board. Enjoy canapés and prosecco with fellow travelers while the cruise just gradually floats on the flow of the Mekong Delta. 

Evening

After dinner, the cruise crew prepares an entertainment activity: evening cinema which displays classic movies or documentaries.

Morning

Start your day by waking up early to marvel at the breathtaking scenery as the dawn breaks. followed by our daily Tai Chi class to enhance your health.

Today's first destination is the charming village of Angkor Ban, a place distinct from others for its pristine community. Try to take in most of the fresh air of this rural area and make memorable experiences when chit-chatting with local people.

The Jayavarman ship prepares for passengers the opportunity to take part in an excursion with a culinary theme. You will learn how to make “Samlor Korko” with a former cruise chef. 

We return our luxury ship again to head downstream again to Phnom Penh city. 

Afternoon

Before we arrive at Cambodia’s capital, we halt at a small silk-weaving community at the confluence of the Tonle and Mekong Rivers named Prek Bangkong.

This village was also the former residence of the Royal family before they moved to the Royal Palace. Therefore, the skillfulness of them is undoubted. We will have the opportunity to closely observe and learn about this intricate silk production process. 

We conclude this excursion by visiting the heritage house of H.E. Sam-El, once a famous architect for the royal family.

Evening

We will spend the rest of the day on board as the cruise continues the joyful sailing journey. Immerse yourself in the landscapes of the skyline of Phnom Penh.

A multi-course menu and the nightly entertaining evening cinema will be offered afterwards.

We will moor midstream in the Tonle River overnight.

Morning

Wake up in the midst of the Tonle River, we would get ready to delve into Kampong Laeang this morning. 

Once ashore, we will join an exciting tuk-tuk trip to travel to the rural area of Cambodia. During this excursion, we'll explore various locals, discover the art of pottery making, and visit a charming pre-Angkorian temple. 

Depending on the season, we can even enjoy panoramic views of the vast floodplains and lush rice fields from a vantage point.

The cooking lesson is held again aboard the Heritage line Jayavarman. Today, we make “Nom Kruak”. “Nom” is a kind of cake made from white or brown rice,  ball-shaped. Nom Krok not only has a spiritual meaning but is also a beloved pre-dinner snack.

Afternoon

Once the ship stops, we will be transferring part of the Cambodian countryside. Our ox-pulled cart will transport us along the riverside and rice paddies until we arrive at a small village. 

At the village, we can learn about a local NGO school, and library project. Or else, you can choose to visit the nearby ancient 300-year-old temple and Buddha shrine.

Evening

We sail downstream the Tonle River to reach Phnom Penh where we moor our ship mid-stream with spectacular views of this lively city.

Morning

Our group finally comes to Phnom Penh, once known as the Paris of the East, the city whose charm lies in the blend of modernity and ancient temples.

Our full-day sightseeing tour begins right after breakfast, allowing us to explore the city's highlights. We'll start with a cyclo ride, meandering through the town, and then visit historic places such as the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda.

Embark on a comprehensive sightseeing tour after breakfast, beginning with a cyclo excursion to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. These historic sites encapsulate a somber chapter in Cambodia's past. 

We stop for lunch at a nearby restaurant. 

Afternoon

The famous museum Sororo is our next tourist attraction. This place has a totally different way to tell history through economics.

The tour comes to an end with a leisure stroll to the French Quarter, through the iconic monument Wat Phnom.

Evening

Guests can either relax or join fellow passengers at the lounge for an expert lecture. Delight in a remarkable open-air gala featuring a barbecue dinner feast complemented by a classic Apsara dance.

As night falls, while savoring your dinner with a fine glass of wine, you can unwind your mind in the mesmerizing skyline of Phnom Penh and the serene flow of the Tonle River.

Morning

Relish your final breakfast on the ship before concluding your journey. Our 5-day together comes to an end the moment the ship disembarks. 

We trust that you found this captivating river cruise as enjoyable as our dedicated crew does on every voyage. Let the Mighty Mekong be the tales to tell of yours to every friend that seeks for similar adventures.