Top Mekong River Trips & Tours in December 2026

from $3,949

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From the Mekong Delta to the Angkor Temples

Ho Chin Min City to Angkor - 11 Day Itinerary aboard RV Indochine

• Visit Ho Chi Minh landmarks
• Cu Chi tunnels tour
• Explore Angkor Wat temples
• Tour Sa Dec historic house

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Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap

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Experience an 11-day Mekong River cruise from Vietnam to Cambodia aboard RV Indochine. Explore Ho Chi Minh City landmarks, My Tho canals, Phnom Penh palaces, and Siem Reap’s Angkor temples. Visit bustling markets, floating villages, craft villages, and historic sites. Discover culture, tradition, and history on a unique river adventure through Southeast Asia.

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from $4,643

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Mekong River - Downstream - Low water

Siem Reap to Saigon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan

• Discover Gieng Island Workshops
• Explore Angkor Ban Village
• Tour Phnom Penh Landmarks
• Visit Binh Thanh Island

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Siem Reap / My Tho

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Spa Relaxation

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Sail for 8 days aboard the Jahan from Siem Reap to Saigon, uncovering the heart of Cambodia and Vietnam along the Mekong River. Visit floating villages, temples, and traditional workshops in Phnom Penh, Kampong Tralach, and the Mekong Delta. Enjoy cultural encounters, local cuisine, and daily guided excursions.

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from $2,133

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Mekong River - Upstream

Saigon to Phnom Penh - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman

• Observed locals along the river
• See the floating market in Cai Be
• Explore the Gieng Island
• Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites

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Ho Chi Minh City / Phnom Penh

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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.

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from $4,091

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Mekong River - Downstream - Low water

Siem Reap to Saigon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman

• Explore Angkor Ban village
• Discover Phnom Penh’s heritage
• Visit Gieng Island workshops
• Experience My An Hung life
• Savor local culinary traditions

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Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City

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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Cooking Classes

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Sail aboard the Jayavarman on an 8-day Mekong River cruise from Siem Reap to Saigon. Explore riverside villages, ancient temples, and vibrant delta communities while enjoying authentic Cambodian and Vietnamese culture, cuisine, and scenic river life.

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from $4,800

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Mekong Discovery - Phnom Penh to Siem Reap (Extension)

Low water - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mekong

• Learn about Buddhist meditation
• Ride an ox-cart along the Tonle Sap
• Visit the National Museum

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Board the Aqua Mekong for an excellent 4-day round-trip cruise from Phnom Penh along the Tonle Sap River. Along the way, you'll learn about a uniquely Buddhist practice at the Vipassana Dhura Mandala, enjoy a unique ox-cart ride, and see the Khmer Art Collection at the National Museum of Cambodia.

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from $2,815

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Phnom Penh and Siem Reap

Upstream - 5 Day Itinerary aboard RV Mekong Pandaw

• Explore Phnom Penh's history
• See riverside villages
• Meditation at Oudong temple
• Watch silk weaving demonstrations

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Phnom Penh / Siem Reap

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Immerse in Cambodia’s rich heritage from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap on this 5-day cruise aboard RV Mekong Pandaw. Visit the Killing Fields, Oudong Meditation Center, and rural villages like Pak Russei and Peam Chi Korng to enjoy traditional crafts, performances, and local hospitality, with daily excursions and onboard entertainment.

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from $6,928

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Charms of the Mekong

16 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadara

• Explore Ho Chi Minh vibrant city
• Visit Phnom Penh historic palaces
• Discover Cai Be markets
• Tour Siem Reap ancient temples

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Ho Chi Minh City / Hanoi

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Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the MS Amadara. Explore the Mekong, visit rural villages and ancient temples, and discover Angkor’s UNESCO sites in Siem Reap before concluding with an overnight stay at Ha Long Bay.

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from $6,928

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Riches of the Mekong

16 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadara

• Explore Hanoi’s rich heritage
• Cruise Ha Long’s stunning waters
• Discover Angkor Thom’s grandeur
• Sail Mekong’s timeless villages

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Hiking

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Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the MS Amadara, exploring Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Siem Reap, and Ho Chi Minh City. Discover ancient temples, cruise the Mekong River, visit charming villages, and experience the vibrant blend of history and modern life in Vietnam and Cambodia.

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from $11,350

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Wonders of Cambodia, Vietnam and the Mekong

Siem Reap - Ho Chi Minh - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Harmony

• Explore ancient Angkor Thom
• Discover temples at Ta Prohm
• Visit Kampong Tralach
• Tour Vietnam’s rural life

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Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City

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Wildlife Viewing

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Experience a 13-day cruise on the Emerald Harmony, starting in Siem Reap with guided tours of Angkor Wat and other iconic sites. Journey through the Mekong River, exploring Phnom Penh and the Mekong Delta, before concluding with two nights in Ho Chi Minh City, blending culture and heritage in Cambodia and Vietnam.

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from $5,978

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From the Mekong Delta to the Temples of Angkor & Hanoi and Halong Bay

Hanoi to Angkor Temples - 14 Day Itinerary aboard RV Indochine II

• Explore Hanoi’s historic sites
• Learn Cambodian history
• Ride sampans through canals
• Cruise scenic Halong Bay

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Hanoi / Siem Reap

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Travel from Hanoi to Siem Reap on a 14-day cruise-tour aboard RV Indochine II. Explore Vietnam’s capital, cruise Halong Bay, and visit Ho Chi Minh City. Journey along the Mekong River to discover floating villages, bustling markets, and temples.

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from $5,978

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From the Temples of Angkor to the Mekong Delta & Hanoi and Halong Bay

Siem Reap to Halong Bay - 14 Day Itinerary aboard RV Indochine II

• Angkor Wat exploration
• Explore Tonle Sap villages
• Explore Sa Dec markets
• Discover Hanoi's historic sites

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Siem Reap / Hanoi

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Local Market Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration

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Explore Vietnam and Cambodia on a 14-day cruise combining river cruising aboard RV Indochine II and cultural tours. Visit Angkor temples, Tonle Sap Lake, Phnom Penh, Chau Doc, Sa Dec, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Halong Bay. Discover vibrant markets, ancient pagodas, floating villages, and historic landmarks.

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from $5,519

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From the Mekong Delta to the Temples of Angkor & Hanoi and Halong Bay

Hanoi to Angkor Temples - 14 Day Itinerary aboard RV Indochine

• Experience Hanoi city tour
• Cruise along Halong Bay's islands
• Explore Ho Chi Minh landmarks
• Explore My Tho bee farm

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Hanoi / Siem Reap

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Discover Vietnam and Cambodia on a 14-day cruise from Hanoi to Siem Reap aboard RV Indochine. Cruise Halong Bay, explore Ho Chi Minh City, visit Phnom Penh, and marvel at Angkor temples. Enjoy guided tours, local markets, floating villages, and authentic cuisine with unique cultural experiences along the Mekong River.

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from $1,338

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Cycling the Mekong Delta

Vietnam Small Group Tour - 7 Day Itinerary

• Explore Ho Chi Minh City
• See the floating market in Cai Be
• Visit the Khmer templ in Tra Vinh
• Explore Can Tho's charming villages
• See the rice paddies in Long Xuyen
• Discover Chau Doc' diverse culture

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Ho Chi Minh City / Ho Chi Minh City

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Biking, Homestays

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Moderate

Cycle through the Mekong Delta on this 7-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Explore vibrant villages, floating markets, and authentic river life on a route that blends active cycling with local culture. Perfect for travelers seeking an extended Mekong River tour, this tour offers a deep dive into the region's scenery and traditions.

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from $2,452

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Mekong River - Downstream - Low water

Siem Reap to Phnom Penh - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman

• Explore the mighty Mekong River
• Discover pre-Angkorian temples
• Explore Tonle's riverine
• Learn about Phnom Penh

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Siem Reap / Phnom Penh

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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.

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from $11,350

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Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia and the Mekong

Ho Chi Minh City - Siem Reap - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Harmony

• Explore Ho Chi Minh City’s streets
• Venture Cu Chi’s legendary tunnel
• Witness river life along Ben Tre
• Stroll Sa Dec’s colorful markets

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Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap

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Join a 13-day cruise through Vietnam and Cambodia aboard the Emerald Harmony, starting in Ho Chi Minh City and exploring the Mekong Delta’s villages. Conclude your adventure in Siem Reap, visiting the remarkable Angkor Wat temple complex.

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from $6,400

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Mekong Explorer - Phnom Penh to Siem Reap (Extension)

5 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mekong

• Watch artisans produce silverware
• Disembark along the Tonle Sap
• Admire Khmer artisans

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Interact with the locals and visit colorful marketplaces and cultural attractions along the shorelines while on a tour of this beautiful region. Take a five-day cruise down the Mekong River aboard the Aqua Mekong.

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from $2,112

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Saigon and Phnom Penh Short Cruise

Upstream - 4 Day Itinerary aboard RV Bassac Pandaw

• Explore floating markets
• Cruise through Mekong Delta
• Cambodia and Vietnam's culture

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Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel / Phnom Penh

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Explore the wonders of Vietnam and Cambodia on this 4-day Saigon and Phnom Penh Short Cruise on the RV Bassac Pandaw. Immerse yourself into the contrasting culture of Vietnam Delta and Cambodia.

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from $3,695

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Classic Mekong

Downstream - 8 Day Itinerary aboard RV Bassac Pandaw

• Explore the floating fish farms
• Watch Bokator martial arts
• See Phnom Penh's National Museum
• Take tuk-tuk to Peam Chi Korng

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Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City

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Festival Visits

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Explore both Vietnam's and Cambodia's cultural contrasts in this 8-day Downstream Classic Mekong Cruise from Siem Reap to Saigon aboard RV Bassac Pandaw. Start with a sunset cruise in Kampong Cham, explore pottery villages, visit Phnom Penh's landmarks, cross into Vietnam, see Chau Doc's floating farms, and finish with a sampan ride in Ben Tre.

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