Luxury Vietnam to Cambodia Cruise

The world-famous temples of Angkor, a fascinating and chequered history, untouched tropical beaches, the mighty Mekong River and two vibrant cultures make this region one of the most enthralling destinations on the planet. During your Luxury Cruise, we take you from the magnificent Mekong Delta region of Vietnam to the very heart of Cambodia. Trust us, you will have memorable experiences. 

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Duration: 10 days/9 nights

Tour Code: MCHL06

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Cai Be - Vinh Long - Tan Chau - Phnom Penh - Chong Koh - Kampong Chhnang - Tonle Sap - Siem Reap

• Day 1 - Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Cai Be

  Place Transport: Cruise
  Meals: Lunch - Dinner

  Board your luxurious vessel, La Marguerite, and be welcomed by the crew. The captain will then raise the anchor, sound the horn and begin cruising leisurely towards Cai Be. Along the way, you will witness scenes that have changed little over the years. Cruise past bustling villages perched on the riverbank where children play in the river and fisherman mend their nets. This evening, enjoy a gourmet dinner on board the boat followed by a live music performance.

  Day 2 - Cai Be – Vinh Long

  Place Transport: Cruise
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

  Explore Cai Be’s bustling floating market for some fantastic photo opportunities. Next, make a trip ashore to visit the French Gothic Cathedral and the colourful port area. Enjoy lunch as you cruise towards Vinh Long which is the second largest city in the Mekong Delta. On arrival, visit the bustling afternoon market and enjoy a visually stunning boat ride. Return to your boat for dinner and a performance of Mekong Folk dancing.

  Day 3 - Vinh Long - Sadec – Tan Chau

  Place Transport: Cruise
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

  Sadec was the setting for Marguerite Duras’s novel, ‘The Lover’. Indeed during your guided tour of the settlement, you can visit the House of Huynh Thuy Le, now is known as ‘The Lovers’ Museum’. Pass by the school where Marguerite’s mother taught, and view the home of Marguerite from across the river. In the afternoon, you will arrive in Tan Chau- a remote small town on the main branch of the Mekong River.

  Day 4 - Tan Chau – Border – Cambodia

  Place Transport: Cruise
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

  Tan Chau is famous for its silk and during your visit, you may like to make a stop at a traditional silk making factory. The town is also renowned for its rattan mat production. Return to the boat and enjoy lunch as you cruise towards the border. In the afternoon, enjoy a cooking demonstration given by the Executive Chef at the Saigon Lounge. Later in the day, the vessel will enter the Kingdom of Cambodia and head towards its capital, Phnom Penh.

  Day 5 - Phnom Penh

  Place Transport: Cruise
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

  Today you will embark on a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Phnom Penh. Phnom Penh is considered as the most attractive of the cities that the French constructed in Indochina. The city is today recovering from its turbulent past. End the day with dinner on your vessel accompanied by a special Khmer musical performance.

  Day 6 - Chong Koh – Oudong – Kompong Tralach

  Place Transport: Cruise
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

  Early in the morning the vessel will cruise on towards the little known village of Chong Koh. After breakfast, take a leisurely morning stroll through this silk weaving village. Return to the boat and continue on to Prek K’dam, where an afternoon tour of Oudong will commence. Depart Oudong for the journey to Kompong Tralach, where you will visit Wat Kompong Tralach Pleu. Continue your tour with a fun ox-cart ride to the Tonle Sap River as you travel through enchanting countryside punctuated by small villages, emerald green rice paddies and friendly locals.

  Day 7 - Kompong Chhnang – Tonle Sap Lake

  Place Transport: Cruise
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

  Today, you will enjoy a quintessential river excursion through the region’s floating villages where you will get a glimpse into the local lifestyles on the Tonle Sap River. Towards the end of the day, you will emerge onto the vast expanse of the Tonle Sap Lake which is the largest lake in Cambodia. Enjoy a stop in one of the region’s numerous floating villages; some of which are complete with schools, health clinics and even floating pig farms. Return to the vessel and prepare for farewell cocktails and your last dinner.

  Day 8 - Siem Reap - Angkor Wat

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  This morning, you will arrive in Siem Reap- the gateway to the Temples of Angkor. After a rest, your local guide will take you to visit the Roluos Temple Complex, said to be the seat of Hariharalaya which was the first capital of the Khmer Empire north of the Tonle Sap.

  Day 9 - Siem Reap - Temples of Angkor

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Spend all day to explore the stunning Temples of Angkor.

  Day 10 - Siem Reap Depature

  Place Transport: Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  The day is at leisure until you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight. Thanks for travel with Minmax and hope see you again.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - 09 Nights Accommodation  with daily breakfast.

  
  

  
  

  - Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  - Boat cruises as specified in the program.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  - Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available. 

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.Visas.

  
  

  
  

  - Dinners, except as specified above. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note

  - The itinerary is just a sample of our tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.

  
  

  
  

  What to bring?

  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...

  
  

  
  

  
  

  How to start?

  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.

  - You can get Cambodia Visa and Vietnam Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport).