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Embark on a voyage of discovery along the storied waters of the Mekong River with our 29 meticulously curated archaeological site visit Cruises for 2025. The Mekong, a river shrouded in myths and legends, serves as your pathway through the ancient heart of Southeast Asia. On these Cruises, you'll glide past emerald rice paddies, engage with the timeless rhythm of local life, and behold the wonders of civilizations past. Each itinerary, ranging from 4 to 13 days, offers a blend of luxury and adventure, with activities such as village visits, local market explorations, and, of course, intimate encounters with archaeological marvels. Starting at just $1,231 to $23,290, these journeys are not merely trips but transformative experiences that connect you to the soul of this enchanting region. To weave these magical memories into the tapestry of your life, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Royal Palace in Phnom Penh
from $1,505
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Mekong River - Upstream - Low water

Phnom Penh to Siem Reap - 5 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
Starts / Ends
Phnom Penh / Siem Reap
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 5-day Mekong River cruise from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. Travel across the mighty Mekong delta to get an inside look at Cambodian culture. Stop in charming port towns and immerse yourself in the city's culture and history.
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Visit a local home in Kampong Cham
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The beautiful Vinh Trang temple near My Tho
from $2,741
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Mekong River - Upstream - High water

Saigon - Siem Reap - 8 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
Starts / Ends
Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the Mekong River during the high water season on this 8-day cruise on The Jahan. This expedition takes you from Saigon to Siem Reap, allowing you to discover the lower Mekong and its fascinating towns while learning about their diverse cultures and rich history.
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • See the floating market in Cai Be
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
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Young Buddhist monks in saffron robes at Angkor Wat
from $15,084
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Sailing Vietnam and Cambodia’s Mekong River

Southbound - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Jahan
Starts / Ends
Angkor Wat / Ho Chi Minh City
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Vietnam & Cambodia along the Mekong River on this 12-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.
  • Explore legendary sites of Angkor
  • Learn about life along the river
  • Tour Phnom Penh and Saigon
  • Observe tradition & innovation
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Flower farms in Sa Dec, Vietnam
from $2,529
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Mekong River - Upstream - High water

Saigon to Siem Reap - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
Starts / Ends
Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
Activities
Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 8-day high river expedition on the Jayavarman and experience the Mekong River as it flows from Saigon to Siem Reap. Explore the lower Mekong and discover the diverse cultures and historical significance of the towns along its course.
  • Explore rural villages
  • Discover skilled craftsmanship
  • Experience scenic views at Delta
  • Explore floating markets
  • Discover cultures of Mekong Delta
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Phnom Penh Royal Palace complex
from $1,243
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Mekong River - Upstream

Saigon to Phnom Penh - 4 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
Starts / Ends
Ho Chi Minh City / Phnom Penh
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
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.
  • Observed locals along the river
  • See the floating market in Cai Be
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Visit Tan Chau floating fish farm
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Boat floating along the Mekong River
from $2,782
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Mekong River - Downstream - Low water

Siem Reap to Saigon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
Starts / Ends
Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 8-day Mekong River cruise from Siem Reap to Saigon during low water season and discover the wonders of the Mekong. Experience the diverse cultures of Vietnam and Cambodia as you navigate the mighty Mekong Delta. Pause at quaint port towns and fully engage with the local culture and history.
  • Interact with locals
  • Explore Cambodian culture
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Explore the Mekong River
  • Discover villages and markets
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Sunset over the Mekong River
from $2,529
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Mekong River - Downstream - High water

Siem Reap to Saigon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
Starts / Ends
Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Mekong on this 8-day high-water Mekong River cruise from Siem Reap to Saigon. Get an inside look at the southern cultures of Vietnam and Cambodia as you travel across the mighty Mekong Delta. Stop in charming port towns and immerse yourself in the city's culture and history.
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • See the floating market in Cai Be
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Visit Tan Chau floating fish farm
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
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Houses of Tonle Sap
from $1,685
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Mekong River - Upstream - Low water

Phnom Penh to Siem Reap - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
Starts / Ends
Phnom Penh / Siem Reap
Activity Level
Variable
Take this 5-day Low Water Mekong River cruise from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap aboard the Jayavarman. Travel across the mighty Mekong Delta to get an inside look at Cambodian culture. Stop in charming port towns and immerse yourself in the city's culture and history.
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Visit a local home in Kampong Cham
Cruise Details
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Phnom Penh Royal Palace complex
from $1,231
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Mekong River - Upstream

Saigon to Phnom Penh - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
Starts / Ends
Ho Chi Minh City / Phnom Penh
Activity Level
Variable
On this 4-day journey from Saigon to Phnom Penh, cruise the lower Mekong River in majestic style aboard the Jayavarman. Discover the culture and history of the various towns along the mighty Mekong while exploring the river.
  • Observed locals along the river
  • See the floating market in Cai Be
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Visit Tan Chau floating fish farm
Cruise Details
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Floating Market in Cai Be
from $2,741
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Mekong River - Downstream - High water

Siem Reap to Saigon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
Starts / Ends
Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 8-day Mekong River cruise during the high water season from Siem Reap to Saigon. Get an inside look at the southern cultures of Vietnam and Cambodia as you travel across the mighty Mekong delta. Stop in charming port towns and immerse yourself in the city's culture and history.
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • See the floating market in Cai Be
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Visit Tan Chau floating fish farm
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
Cruise Details
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Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
from $1,231
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Mekong River - Downstream

Phnom Penh to Saigon - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
Starts / Ends
Phnom Penh / Ho Chi Minh City
Activity Level
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
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Visit Tan Chau floating fish farm
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Phnom Penh Golden Temple
from $2,741
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Mekong River - Upstream - Low water

Saigon - Siem Reap - 8 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
Starts / Ends
Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the Mekong River during low water season aboard The Jahan on this 8-day cruise, which sails along the lower Mekong from Saigon to Siem Reap. Explore the mighty Mekong and learn about the culture and history of different towns along the river.
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • See the floating market in Cai Be
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Visit Tan Chau floating fish farm
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
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Boy on wooden fishing boat
from $1,685
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Mekong River - Downstream - Low water

Siem Reap to Phnom Penh - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
Starts / Ends
Siem Reap / Phnom Penh
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day cruise along the Mekong River from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh with the Jayavarman, and cruise the expansive Mekong Delta to discover the pre-Angkorian temples and culture of Cambodia.
  • Explore the mighty Mekong River
  • Discover pre-Angkorian temples
  • Explore Tonle's riverine
  • Learn about Phnom Penh
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Sunset over the Mekong River
from $2,741
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Mekong River - Downstream - Low water

Siem Reap to Saigon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
Starts / Ends
Siem Reap / My Tho
Activities
Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy an 8-day Mekong River cruise from Siem Reap to Saigon aboard the Jahan during the low water season. Discover Vietnam and Cambodia's southern cultures while exploring the Mekong Delta. Pause at port towns and immerse yourself in the region's culture and history.
  • Explore Kampong Cham
  • Discover Angkor Ban
  • Discover Binh Thanh Island
  • Experience Tan Chau
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Floating village in Southeast Asia
from $1,532
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Mekong River - Downstream - High water

Siem Reap to Phnom Penh - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
Starts / Ends
Siem Reap / Phnom Penh
Activity Level
Variable
From Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, join this 5-day High Water Mekong river cruise aboard the Jayavarman and journey through the vast Mekong Delta to explore the historic pre-Angkorian temples and Cambodian culture.
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Visit a local home in Kampong Cham
Cruise Details
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Sunset over the Mekong River
from $3,358
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Classic Mekong

Upstream - 8 Day Itinerary aboard RV Bassac Pandaw
Starts / Ends
Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
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. Travel from the vibrant French colonial port of Saigon through the vast delta so rich in human life and endeavor to the rich countryside of Cambodia.
  • Explore the floating markets
  • Explore riverside villages
  • See Phnom Penh's National Museum
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Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
from $1,505
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Mekong River - Downstream - High water

Siem Reap to Phnom Penh - 5 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
Starts / Ends
Siem Reap / Phnom Penh
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 5-day high water river cruise aboard the Jahan from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, and travel across the mighty Mekong Delta to discover the ancient pre-Angkorian temples and Cambodian culture.
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Visit a local home in Kampong Cham
Cruise Details
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The beautiful Vinh Trang temple near My Tho
from $2,782
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Mekong River - Upstream - Low water

Saigon to Siem Reap - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
Starts / Ends
Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Mekong River in sumptuous luxury aboard the Jayavarman on this 8-day low-water river journey, which cruises majestically along the lower Mekong from Saigon to Siem Reap. Explore the mighty Mekong and learn about the culture and history of different towns along the river.
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • See the floating market in Cai Be
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Visit Tan Chau floating fish farm
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
Cruise Details
0
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