Mekong River Cruise

Starting at $3269 plus international airfare.

Step back in history as you explore Cambodia and Vietnam on this amazing cruise vacation. Enjoy a 7-night cruise along the Mekong River, discover the ancient ruins of Angkor, visit some of the countries’ historical treasures, behold spectacular scenery, and learn about different cultures. This is a journey like no other!

Cambodia and Vietnam have a long history and on this tour, you’ll see some of the historical sights, including the Cu Chi Tunnels in Vietnam—a network of tunnels used by the Viet Cong—and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum in Cambodia—a former high school that housed over 17,000 prisoners. Learn about the culture with a private Apsara dance performance in Siem Reap, a lecture on Buddhism in Udong, an opportunity to partake in a traditional water blessing given by local monks in Kampong Cham, and a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class in Ho Chi Minh City.

A highlight of this tour is a visit to the temples at Angkor in Cambodia. These ancient temples, built between the 9th and 13th centuries, are unmatched among ancient ruins anywhere in the world. See many of the temples, including spectacular Angkor Wat, built in the 12th century. Words and photos simply cannot describe these amazing structures. They must be visited in person!

Ancient ruins, historic sights, and an opportunity to learn about new cultures, activities, and religions—this cruise vacation has it all!

Highlights & Sightseeing

Cruise:
Deluxe 7-night cruise from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds

Siem Reap:
Apsara dance performance; sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, and Banteay Srei; Les Artisans d’Angkor

Udong:
Visit a monastery; lecture on Buddhism

Kampong Tralach:
Ride on a traditional ox cart through the countryside

Kampong Cham:
Visit Phnom Pros, Phnom Srey, Nokorbachey, and Wat Hanchey; partake in traditional water blessing by local monks

Angkor Ban:
Walking tour through the village

Prek Bang Kong:
Walking tour through the village to see silk weaving

Phnom Penh:
Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and one of the Killing Fields; sightseeing by private cyclo, including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum

Chau Doc:
Visit a local fish farm and the religious sites at Sam Mountain; walking tour of a local market

Sa Dec:
Visit a brick factory, rice factory, local market, and the ancient house of Mr. Hyunh Thuy Le

Cai Be:
Visit An Kiet House and a cathedral; see how rice paper, rice wine, and traditional candy are made

Ho Chi Minh City:
Sightseeing with a Local Guide; walking tour of the city’s landmarks; visit the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market; cooking class; Cu Chi Tunnels excursion; visit a rubber plantation; farewell dinner

The luxurious Avalon Angkor^SM was specifically designed to cruise where other ships are unable to go - without sacrificing any of the comforts you expect. Her design allows us to be the first and only in the industry to cruise all the way from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap (or vice versa). This eliminates over 7 hours of motorcoach travel time to and from your ship, which means you get to enjoy more cruising! The design also lends itself to a more intimate experience, so you can truly immerse yourself in the culture, people, and sights along the Mekong River. Built by traditional craftsmen, the Avalon Angkor has a colonial charm and is hand finished in brass and teak. Time on board delivers a refreshing outdoor experience, as all cabins open to the outside and the large Open-air lounge.

Included Amenities

• Spacious, open seating restaurant
• Open air lounge with shade system & premium deck chairs
• Observation lounge
• 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks, local beer/spirits
• Non-smoking interior
• Bar serving premium spirits
• Modern finishings in brass & teak
• Headsets for all guided shore excursions
• English-speaking crew
• Sightseeing with a Certified Local Guide
• Cruise Director
• Well-stocked library
• Fitness equipment
• Massage services