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Experience the wonders of the Mekong River with Adventure Life's array of 32 small ship cruises for 2025. Navigate through the heart of Asia on these captivating cruises, offering a unique blend of cultural immersion and natural beauty along the Vietnamese and Cambodian borders. From floating markets to Buddhist meditation sessions, each tour provides a deep dive into the local way of life. Ride an ox-cart along the Tonle Sap, learn to cook Mekong dishes, and visit Cambodia's National Museum as you explore the hidden gems of the Mekong. Engage in activities like biking, local market visits, village tours, and river cruises, all while enjoying a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss the opportunity to discover the mysteries and wonders of the Mekong River on a small ship cruise this year. 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 $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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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
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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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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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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The colorful Tonle Sap village
from $10,290
NO SS
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Mekong Expedition - Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap (Extension)

Low water - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mekong
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • 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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Traditional mat-making
from $1,243
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Mekong River - Downstream

Phnom Penh to Saigon - 4 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
Starts / Ends
Phnom Penh / My Tho
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
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.
  • Experience Binh Thanh Island
  • Explore My An Hung Village
  • Discover Tan Chau
  • Experience Cao Dai
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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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Explore the floating village of Tonle Sap
from $10,290
NO SS
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Mekong Expedition - Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mekong
Starts / Ends
Phnom Penh / Ho Chi Minh City
Activity Level
Variable
Admire the diverse cultures and stunning natural beauty of Cambodia & Vietnam on this 8-day small ship 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, Phnom Penh.
  • Walk across Kampong Prasat
  • Learn more about the local products
  • Visit the Tuol Sleng Museum
  • Discover Tan Chau
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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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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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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
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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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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
Cruise Details
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Boy on wooden fishing boat
from $1,951
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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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Beautiful architecture in Tonle Sap
from $4,650
NO SS
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Mekong Discovery - Phnom Penh to Siem Reap

High water - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mekong
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the colorful culture of Vietnam and Cambodia as you embark on this 4-day Mekong River Discovery Cruise and experience a richly-rewarding adventure by heading upriver in Cambodia and exploring the Tonle Sap Lake.
  • Experience an indigenous tradition
  • Discover Koh Chen´s pottery
  • Explore the Moat Khla village
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Phnom Penh Royal Palace complex
from $2,111
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Phnom Penh and Siem Reap

Downstream - 4 Day Itinerary aboard RV Bassac Pandaw
Starts / Ends
Siem Reap / Phnom Penh
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Cambodia on this 4-day cruise aboard RV Bassac Pandaw. Combine the ancient Khmer martial art of Bokator in Silk Island with a visit to Vipassana Dhura Meditation Center in Cambodia's ancient capital, Oudongon, on this expedition across the Tonle and Mekong Rivers.
  • Sunset cruise on Mekong
  • Explore pottery at Peam Chi Korng
  • Watch silk weaving demonstrations
  • Meditation at Oudong temple
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Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
from $1,919
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Phnom Penh and Siem Reap

Downstream - 4 Day Itinerary aboard RV Mekong Pandaw
Starts / Ends
Siem Reap / Phnom Penh
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Cambodia on this 4-day cruise aboard RV Mekong Pandaw. Combine the ancient Khmer martial art of Bokator in Silk Island with a visit to Vipassana Dhura Meditation Center in Cambodia's ancient capital, Oudongon, on this expedition across the Tonle and Mekong Rivers.
  • Sunset cruise on Mekong
  • Explore pottery at Peam Chi Korng
  • Watch silk weaving demonstrations
  • Meditation at Oudong temple
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0
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