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Explore the mesmerizing Mekong River region on our 71 carefully curated river cruises for 2026. Join us on a journey that delves into the heart of Southeast Asia, where the Mekong River weaves through vibrant landscapes, ancient temples, and bustling markets. Over 5 to 16 days, you will have the opportunity to witness the rich cultural tapestry of the region, from the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City to the tranquil villages along the riverbanks. Experience the local way of life through village visits, culinary adventures with food & wine tastings, and immersive cultural interactions. With a focus on wildlife viewing, archaeological site visits, and urban exploration, each day presents new opportunities for discovery and connection. Starting at $0 to $25,395, these river cruises offer a luxurious way to experience the beauty and diversity of the Mekong River region. To embark on a journey that will leave you with unforgettable memories of Southeast Asia in 2026, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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The Angkor Wat Temple complex in Cambodia.
from $14,184
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Sailing Vietnam and Cambodia’s Mekong River

Southbound - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Jahan
  • Explore legendary sites of Angkor
  • Learn about life along the river
  • Tour Phnom Penh and Saigon
  • Observe tradition & innovation
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Angkor Wat / Ho Chi Minh City
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Explore Vietnam & Cambodia along the Mekong River on this 13-day cruise aboard the luxurious small ship Jahan. As you cruise from Siem Reap, Cambodia to Saigon, Vietnam, you will make stops in the legendary religious sites of Angkor and tour important historical sites of Phnom Penh, Kampong Tralach, Wat Hanchey or Koh Dach, and others.
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Phnom Penh Royal Palace complex
from $1,355
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Mekong River - Upstream

Saigon to Phnom Penh - 4 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
  • Observed locals along the river
  • See Cai Be’s rice & candy making
  • Explore the Gieng Island
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
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Ho Chi Minh City / Phnom Penh
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Variable
On this 4-day journey from Saigon to Phnom Penh, cruise the lower Mekong River in majestic style aboard the Jahan. Discover the culture and history of the various towns along the mighty Mekong while exploring the river.
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Phnom Penh Golden Temple
from $3,015
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Mekong River - Upstream - Low water

Saigon - Siem Reap - 8 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
  • Visit Phnom Penh landmarks
  • Explore Kampong Laeang pottery
  • Meet Binh Thanh weavers
  • Explore Angkor Ban village
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My Tho / Siem Reap
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Variable
Journey 8 days from Saigon to Siem Reap aboard The Jahan, exploring the Mekong River’s changing landscapes and riverside life. Visit workshops in Cai Be, fruit gardens on Tan Phong Island, and communities in Cambodia that craft silver, weave silk, and make mats. Discover Phnom Penh, Angkor Ban, and the temples near Kampong Cham.
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Sunset over the Mekong River
from $4,105
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Classic Mekong

Upstream - 8 Day Itinerary aboard RV Bassac Pandaw
  • Explore the floating fish farms
  • Discover Ben Tre orchards
  • See Phnom Penh's National Museum
  • Tour local pottery village
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Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
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Fishing
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Variable
Explore both Vietnam's and Cambodia's striking cultural contrast in this 8-day Upstream Classic Mekong Cruise from Saigon to Siem Reap aboard RV Bassac Pandaw. Navigate the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers, visit historic temples, rural villages, floating fish farms, and bustling markets.
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Everyday life in Vietnam
from $2,849
EBD $4000
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Charms of the Mekong - Cruise Only

Ho Chi Minh - Siem Reap - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadara
  • Explore Cai Be’s vibrant workshops
  • Discover Sa Dec history
  • Visit Phnom Penh landmarks
  • Experience Oknhatey, silk weaving
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Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amadara, starting in Ho Chi Minh City, a vibrant blend of history and modernity. Cruise the Mekong River, exploring villages, pagodas, and markets and experiencing local traditions, including a monk’s blessing and artisan crafts.
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The colorful Tonle Sap village
from $10,570
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Mekong Expedition - Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap (Extension)

Low water - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mekong
  • Discover My An Hung
  • Enjoy a traditional performance
  • Learn to cook Mekong dishes
  • Visit Cambodia's National Museum
  • Past by Buddhist temples
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From Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, luxurious Aqua Mekong takes you on this 8-day Mekong River cruise, visiting Buddhist temples, local villages & markets, and touring Chau Doc, Kampong Chhnang, Kampong Tralach, Koh Oknha Tey, and Sa Dec.
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Explore the floating village of Tonle Sap
from $10,570
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Mekong Expedition - Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mekong
  • Walk across Kampong Prasat
  • Learn more about the local products
  • Visit the Tuol Sleng Museum
  • Discover Tan Chau
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Phnom Penh / Ho Chi Minh City
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Kayaking
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Variable
Admire the diverse cultures and stunning natural beauty of Cambodia & Vietnam on this 8-day river cruise aboard Aqua Mekong. Hikes and bike rides complement cultural tours and market visits as you explore the cities & sites of Cai Be, Chau Doc, Ho Chi Minh City, Kampong Chhnang, Kampong Tralach, Koh Chen, and Phnom Penh.
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Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
from $1,354
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Mekong River - Downstream

Phnom Penh to Saigon - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Visit the Gieng Island
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Phnom Penh / Ho Chi Minh City
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Variable
Cruise downstream on the Mekong River in majestic style aboard the Jayavarman on this 4-day journey from Phnom Penh to Saigon. Learn about the culture and heritage with visits to rural villages, historic pagodas, and colorful markets
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Vietnam's bird sanctuary
from $10,570
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Mekong Expedition - Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap

High water - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mekong
  • Experience vibrant markets
  • Enjoy touring Cambodia's capital
  • Visit Long Son Pagoda
  • Explore Prek Toal Core Bird Reserve
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Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
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Variable
Board the Aqua Mekong for an unforgettable 8-day cruise up the Mekong River from Saigon, Vietnam, to Siem Reap, Cambodia, with stops in Phnom Penh and Tonle Sap Lake, among other highlights of the Indochina peninsula. Biking, hiking, cultural immersion, market visits, and cooking classes highlight the cruise.
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Traditional mat-making
from $1,355
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Mekong River - Downstream

Phnom Penh to Saigon - 4 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
  • Hear Khmer Rouge survivor story
  • Explore Gieng Island
  • Explore My An Hung Village
  • Discover water hyacinth weaving
  • Experience Tan Phong Island
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Phnom Penh / Ho Chi Minh City
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Biking
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Variable
On this 4-day journey from Phnom Penh to Saigon, cruise downstream on the lower Mekong River in majestic style aboard the Jahan. See the stunning scenery and discover the culture and history of the various towns along the mighty Mekong.
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The Vinh Trang Temple in My Tho, Vietnam
from $3,345
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From the Angkor Temples to the Mekong Delta

Siem Reap - Ho Chi Minh - 11 Day Itinerary aboard RV Indochine
  • Visit the Banteay Srei temple
  • Explore the terrace of Elephants
  • Discover Kampong Chhnang
  • Tour Phnom Penh's National Museum
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Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City
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Experience an 11-day cruise on the RV Indochine from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City, navigating over 2,700 miles of the Mekong River. Explore cultural landmarks like Angkor and Phnom Penh, all while enjoying colonial-inspired comfort aboard your vessel.
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Woman on a boat in Vietnam
from $2,296
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From the Mekong Delta to Siem Reap

Ho Chi Minh City - Siem Reap - 9 Day Itinerary aboard RV Indochine II
  • Join a tour of Ho Ci Minh City
  • Observe Chau Doc´s vibrant market
  • Experience a trip in a “tuk tuk”
  • See Kampong Chhnang´s fish farms
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Discover the culture and history of Vietnam & Cambodia on this 9-day cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap aboard the RV Indochine II, departing from Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City towards Cambodia's Siem Reap, with stops in My Tho & Phnom Penh along the way.
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Enjoy the Mekong’s tranquil waters as colorful blooms and a rustic riverside home set a relaxed, local vibe.
from $2,849
EBD $4000
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Riches of the Mekong - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadara
  • Explore Angkor Ban village
  • Visit Oknhatey, Silk Island
  • Tour Phnom Penh highlights
  • Discover Oudong, royal capital
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Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City
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Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh aboard the MS Amadara, exploring rural villages, bustling markets, and historic sites. Experience Cambodia and Vietnam’s rich culture through artisan crafts, temple visits, and unique rides by oxcart, tuk-tuk, and trishaw.
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The floating village of Tonle Sap, Cambodia
from $6,400
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Mekong Explorer - Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap (Extension)

5 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mekong
  • Enjoy a visit to a local's home
  • Walk through verdant plantations
  • Meet & interact with Buddhist Monks
  • Bike through Long Khanh
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Ho Chi Minh City / Phnom Penh
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Variable
Board the Aqua Mekong in My Tho for a 5-day Mekong River cruise of Cambodia & Vietnam, including stops in Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, and Long Son Pagoda atop Sam Mountain. Travel back in time as you cruise upriver through the thriving Mekong Delta past floating villages, colonial vestiges, and gilded pagodas.
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Guest photographing Angkor Wat during Sunrise in Cambodia
from $13,989
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Sailing Vietnam and Cambodia’s Mekong River

Northtbound - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Jahan
  • Explore Saigon’s historic landmarks
  • Discover Phnom Penh culture
  • Witness Angkor Wat sunrise
  • Tour Cai Be floating markets
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Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Mekong River cruise through Vietnam and Cambodia, sailing aboard the elegant Jahan. Explore vibrant markets, ancient temples, floating villages, and historic landmarks from Saigon to Angkor Wat.
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Flower farms in Sa Dec, Vietnam
from $2,079
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From the Mekong Delta to Siem Reap

Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap - 9 Day Itinerary aboard RV Indochine
  • Visit Ho Chi Minh landmarks
  • Cruise across Tonle Sap Lake
  • Explore Sa Dec’s Huynh Thuy Le
  • Visit Chau Doc temples
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Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
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Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day Mekong River cruise aboard RV Indochine through Vietnam and Cambodia. Begin in Ho Chi Minh City and travel to Siem Reap, exploring temples, pagodas, markets, floating villages, and cultural landmarks along the way. Enjoy guided city tours, traditional crafts, and authentic cuisine.
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The Vinh Trang Temple in My Tho, Vietnam
from $2,165
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From Siem Reap to the Mekong Delta

Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City - 9 Day Itinerary aboard RV Indochine
  • Visit Koh Chen village
  • Explore Chau Doc’s pagodas
  • Visit Cai Be workshops
  • Discover Ho Chi Minh landmarks
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Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City
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Variable
Set sail on a 9-day Mekong River cruise through Cambodia and Vietnam aboard RV Indochine. Explore Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Chau Doc, Sa Dec, Cai Be, My Tho, and Ho Chi Minh City. Visit temples, markets, pagodas, and local villages while experiencing authentic cultural traditions. Enjoy guided tours, regional flavors, and cultural performances.
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Sunset over the Mekong River
from $2,782
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Mekong River - Downstream - High water

Siem Reap to Saigon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
  • Explore Tonle Lake by boat
  • Visit Kampong Laeang villages
  • Discover Phnom Penh’s history
  • Cross into Vietnam
  • Explore Gieng Island
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Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City
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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Cooking Classes
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Variable
Sail aboard the Jayavarman on an 8-day Mekong River cruise from Siem Reap to Saigon. Explore Cambodia’s Tonle Lake, Phnom Penh’s historic sites, and Vietnam’s colorful Mekong Delta villages while discovering local crafts, culture, and daily river life.
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