Set sail on a 4-day river cruise down the Mekong River aboard the Aqua Mekong, sailing from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City. This river cruise blends cultural exploration with scenic cruising and active excursions. Witness a traditional Khmer Apsara performance onboard, then cross into Vietnam to explore vibrant riverside towns and lush countryside. Ride a local xe loi in Tan Chau or cycle through Long Khanh Island. Discover village life in My An Hung, where folk songs and fruit tastings welcome visitors. In Sa Dec, tour colorful markets with a chef and see historical sites like the Lover House. Navigate the canals of Tan Phong Island by sampan or kayak. Disembark in My Tho with a final stop at the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda.
Highlights
Explore My An Hung and walk through the verdant plantations
Learn about local traditions while visiting a local's home
Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the largest Mahayana Buddhist temples
Explore Sa Dec’s vibrant markets with a local chef
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Embark the Aqua Mekong in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Once aboard, celebrate the onward journey towards the heart of this mighty river with a Khmer Apsara performance, an indigenous tradition memorialized on the temple walls at Angkor Wat.
Day 2: Mekong River | Ka'om Samnor | Vinh Xuong Border Crossing | Chau Doc | My An Hung
Say ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’ as you cross the border and sail towards Tan Chau, a vibrant border town where you take the local rickshaw called xe loi for a trip around town or pedal 18 kilometers on the peaceful island of Long Khanh. In the afternoon, visit a typical Mekong Delta village called My An Hung where you walk through verdant plantations. You are invited to a local's home to taste local fruits while hearing traditional folk songs performed by villagers, followed by a unique unicorn dance.
*A 17-kilometer (10.6 miles) biking option is available if you wish to explore on wheels.
Day 3: Mekong River | Binh Thanh/Sa Dec | Tan Phong
Begin the day at Binh Thanh mat weaving village to bike through local markets, fruit plantations, and fish farms. Guests can also take it slow and opt to visit Sa Dec, where you peruse the vibrant markets with the chef, along with a visit to the Lover House and Kien An Cung.
Continue downstream for Tan Phong Island where you’ll board a local sampan to a fruit garden, savoring local fruits along the way. Here, guests can pick their mode of adventure from a short 8-kilometer trail around the island to a kayak through a small canal, or a relaxing walk through the community for a closer look at local life.
Day 4: Mekong River | My Tho | Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Disembark in My Tho, Vietnam. En route to Ho Chi Minh, stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the largest Mahayana Buddhist temples in the region. Notice the mixed architectural style and see three large Buddha statues plus an impressive collection of bonsai trees.
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$4,650
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First Deck Mekong Suite
Averaging 322 sq. ft. 10 luxurious suites, 4 with balcony and 6 without balcony. Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, California King beds convertible into two twin beds, air conditioned, and en-suite sleek bathrooms.
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Second Deck Mekong Suite
Averaging 322 sq. ft. 10 luxurious suites, 4 with balcony and 6 without balcony. Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, California King beds convertible into two twin beds, air conditioned, and en-suite sleek bathrooms.
Notes
Single Supplement: 25% in addition to the double rate as posted.
Child Policy: 7 year age minimum on all departures, children under 12 years old will receive a 20% discount.
Third person sleeping on sofa bed will receive a 20% discount
Third person being a child under 12 years old sleeping on sofa bed pays US $500 per night
Initial deposit is $1000, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
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