Between Saigon and Siem Reap, the 8-day trip with Rv Mekong Prestige II Cruise Downstream will take you through the Mekong River, where you may enjoy the Vietnam and Cambodia Highlights Tours. Join Viet Green Travel as we explore the floating marketplaces, the royal capital of Phnom Penh, and Saigon's fascinating way of life.
Cruise: RV Mekong Prestige II Cruise Duration : 8 days upstream / 7 nights - 8 days downstream / 7 nights
Departure: Jan 5, 19 | Feb 2, 16 | Mar 2, 16, 30 | Apr 13...
Tour Styles: Vietnam Cambodia Cruises
Destination: Siem Reap - Tonle Sap Lake - Kampong Chhnang - Kampong Tralach - Oudong Hill - Chong Koh Village - Phnom Penh - Tan Chau - Sa Dec - Cai Be - My Tho - Ho Chi Minh City
ITINERARY TOUR:
DAY 1: SIEM REAP - TONLE SAP
Morning
Our driver will pick you up at Apsara Hotel in Siem Reap to Phnom Krom to meet the RV Mekong Prestige II Cruise by an air-conditioned bus
Once get on board, the crew will welcome you warmly with welcome drinks. Then the cruise then sets sail to Tonle Sap Lake
Have lunch on the cruise
Afternoon
This is the free moment for you to enjoy your leisure time on board
You can freely relax on the sundeck or experience services onboard
Evening
Enjoy your second meal at Dining Hall
Immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere while savoring the dishes and overnight on the cruise
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: RV Mekong Prestige II
DAY 2: KAMPONG CHHNANG - KAMPONG TRALACH - OUDONG
Morning
In the early morning, the ship cruises across Tonle Lake to arrive at Kampong Chhnang province. The provincial capital Kampong Chhnang is an easygoing river port town that welcomes plenty of visitors despite Kampong Chhnang being considered a big fishery port.
Let's admire the beauty of floating villages along the banks of this wonderful province
After embarkment, we'll visit a Khmer Village and get to know the local life of those living close to the canal system
Then continue to go on an excursion to a local market. You can explore the local culture with the crowded atmosphere in this unique market. Besides, you also can try some local cuisine as well as other products
After a morning excursion, we return to the cruise for lunch while the cruise is heading to Kampong Tralach
Afternoon
We arrive at Kampong Tralach this afternoon. This is known as "Port of the Winter Melon” and is a district in the southeast of Kampong Chhnang Province in central Cambodia
After getting off the cruise, we'll go on a bus tour to explore Vihara at Wat Kampong Leu Pagoda, which has been famous for marvelous wall paintings
Then, experience an ox cart (common transportation here) to get back to the cruise
There, a bus will take you to Oudong. It was the capital of Cambodia, but now Oudong Hill is a quiet area that includes many wonderful constructions.
After coming to Oudong, we'll continue to visit the Vipassana Dhura Pagoda to explore local Buddhist
Evening
After a long day of visiting, we return to the cruise to have dinner and overnight on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: RV Mekong Prestige II
DAY 3: CHONG KOH - PHNOM PENH
Morning
Let's enjoy a hearty breakfast in the dining room while the cruise arrives at Chong Koh Village - a hidden village near the Mekong River
Coming to this peaceful village, we'll spend time learning more about local culture by exploring the silk-weaving village and a local workshop
You also can make friends with local children at a primary school, communicate with them, and explore their daily life in school
After you return to the cruise from the Chong Koh tour, lunch will be served right away
Afternoon
Continue your journey to explore the hidden charm of the Mekong River through villages and fishing activities. Immerse yourself in the countryside atmosphere and wake up all your sense with interesting fishy village culture.
Return to Phnom Penh. You will have your own time to explore the city.
Evening
Take a break on your cabin balcony and get ready for the night party on the sundeck
During the party, enjoy your cocktails and watch the Apsara dance performance. This is a wonderful and famous Cambian dance.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: RV Mekong Prestige II
DAY 4: PHNOM PENH - PHNOM PENH CITY TOUR - WAT PHNOM
Morning
Fill your stomach full in the dining room with breakfast on board before beginning the new day's excursion.
Before participating in the intriguing Phnom Penh City Tour, you will have time to join the Cambodia history class
This morning, we'll visit famous attractions in Phnom Penh City, such as Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum. All of these features are the signature imprint of Cambodia's history over time.
After visiting, we head back to the cruise for lunch and short leisure
Afternoon
Our journey continues to discover the S21 detention center. This used to be a school before Khmer Rouge Regime transformed it into a terrible prison.
After then, we move to Wat Phnom. This is a magnificent pagoda located on the only hill in the city. According to an ancient legend, it also has another name, “Lady Penh Pagoda,” linked closely to the beginning and development of Cambodia’s capital.
Then is your free time to explore the city on your own. You can go shopping at the Russian Market and blend in with the crowded and colorful atmosphere at that market.
Evening
Dinner will be served when you get back to the cruise and we'll overnight onboard
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: RV Mekong Prestige II
DAY 5: PHNOM PENH - BORDER CROSSING
Morning:
Have breakfast on board during the cruise sail along the main Mekong Channel - an international route of Phnom Penh
This morning is your free time to rest and relax onboard
Lunch is served on board. You will have time to enjoy your meal and prepare for the new adventure in Vietnam
Afternoon
The cruise arrives at the Vietnamese border
Let's relax on the sundeck and have a stunning view over Vietnam
You also can join our cooking class to learn Vietnamese and Cambodian cuisine
Evening
Enjoy your meal and relax on board at Midstream, prepare for the next journey in Vietnam on tomorrow
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: RV Mekong Prestige II
DAY 6: a
Morning
Breakfast will be served early in the morning for you to recharge your energy before an excursion
Afterward, you will go on a boat trip along the Mekong River to visit the fish farm in Tan Chau.
Here, the tour guide can take you to handicraft villages of mats and silk weaving. High-quality silk produced in Tan Chau Town using superior techniques and natural resources is well known. When you come here, you may take in the local crafts and see how the unique silk is made.
Continue your trip on a trishaw to get around the town. Let's enjoy the stunning countryside landscape through a short journey
Then we'll get back to the pier for lunch
Afternoon
You are free to relax. Let's refresh yourself by enjoying the spa session
Evening
Have dinner and relax on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: RV Mekong Prestige II
DAY 7: SA DEC - CAI BE
Morning
This morning we'll cruise towards Vinh Long to join a tour around Sa Dec. This is the biggest flower village in the West of Vietnam and also one of the biggest flower villages in Vietnam
Here, you will have a chance to visit the Huynh Thuy Le ancient house, which is now a little museum attached with a love story between the owner of the house (Mr. Huynh Thuy Le) and a French writer. This ancient house is also special because of its outside Chinese design and the French design inside.
After then, we'll learn more about Vietnamese architecture through Caodaisim Temple
If having time, you also can stroll through a local market to explore the interesting business life of locals here
Enjoy your meal while the cruise gets to Cai Be
Afternoon
We arrive at Cai Be in this afternoon, then take an excursion around the market on a sampan
Get to the mainland to visit French Gothic Cathedral and explore local rice paper, coconut candy manufacturer
NOTE: The French Gothic Cathedral is closed now, so you can't go inside to visit.
Evening
We'll cruise to My Tho and enjoy the farewell party on the terrace deck
Then overnight onboard
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: RV Mekong Prestige II
DAY 8: MY THO - SAIGON
Morning
After breakfast, you will be transferred to My Tho Port and disembark, say goodbye to the lovely RV Mekong Prestige II
A bus will take you back to Saigon. This is also the end of this voyage
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: NA
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- In case of low waters, it may happen that navigation on Tonle Lake wouldn’t be possible for the RV Mekong Prestige. If that occurs, a fast boat or a coach will ensure the link with the other bank of the lake, where the embarkation on the RV Mekong Prestige will take place according to the cruise direction. Furthermore, the cruising schedules and program timing are indicative and subject to modification.
PACKAGE PRICES:
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellation by Customer
- 60 days prior to the arrival date: Non Refundable deposit charge and the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels… in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
- 59 – 31 days prior to arrival date: Cancellations fee of 30% per group/booking and plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels… in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
- 30 days – 15 days prior to arrival date: Cancellations fee of 50% per group/booking plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels… in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
- 14 – 7 days before arrival: Cancellations fee 70% charge plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels… in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
- Less than 7 days before arrival Or No show: 100 % charge per group/booking.
*** Nonrefundable deposit and banking service fee will be forfeited in all cancellation cases.
CHILDREN PRICES:
- The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults
- For infant (<04 years old): FOC except domestic ticket cost
- 04 - 11 years old without bed: 50% adult rate
- 04 - 11 years old with extra bed: 75% adult rate
- 04 - 11 years old in twin share: 90% adult rate
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