Mekong River Tours & Trips 2020
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Travel Style
Travel Style
Relaxed A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full on For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Mixed You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Trip Type
Trip Type
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided / Independent Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Vacation / Holiday Package Similar to a self guided tour, this usually involves a home base, such as a hotel or resort, with packaged activities and day tours as a part of the stay.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Itinerary Focus
Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
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Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
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Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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Continents Visited
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Treasures Of The Mekong Cruise
- Visit small towns along the Mekong and discover colourful floating markets and traditional factories
- Witness the sun rise over Angkor Wat before touring this spectacular complex
- Discover the magnificent Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom and Bayon temples as well as the Roluos Group
- Learn about the atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge and visit the infamous Killing Fields
- Receive a traditional Buddhist Water Blessing from monks at Wat Hanchey
- Attend a unique performance of Phare, the Cambodian Circus
- Enjoy lunch at a restaurant training young Cambodians from poor families in hospitality
Magnificient Mekong

- Cruise Map : Explore the stunningly scenic and culturally distinctive lands that lie along the remarkable Mekong River on this 15-day cruisetour.
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam : Ho Chi Minh City has come a long way from its humble beginnings as a small fishing village called Prey Nokor. With a population of about 7.2 million people, it is now Vietnam’s largest city.
- Phnom Penh, Cambodia : Once known as “the Pearl of Asia,” this bustling Cambodian capital is home to both charming French colonial architecture and the monumental Angkorian complexes for which Cambodia is revered.
- Mekong River, Vietnam : The Mekong River boasts one of the richest areas of biodiversity on the planet: the Mekong river basin.
- Angkor Wat, Cambodia : Built for King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century, Angkor Wat is the most iconic portion of the Hindu temple complex located in Angkor, Cambodia.
- Hanoi, Vietnam : Hanoi boasts one of the most beautiful panoramas in the region and has more cultural sites than any other city in Vietnam.
Best of Northern Thailand, Laos & Cambodia

- Support an important animal welfare initiative and get close to incredible creatures at the elephant nature park
- Visit the home of the infamous ‘bridge over the river kwai’, learn about its dark history and the construction of the railway during the war
- Enjoy lunch on board a slow trip down the mekong river, observing the stunning scenery and remote village life, and visiting a cave crowded with shrines - all at a relaxed pace
- With a visit to the hmong hilltribe lodge, immerse yourself in the wonders of an ancient tribal culture without compromising on creature comforts
- Unwind in the laid-back jungle town of luang prabang. watch as orange-clad monks gather offerings of rice, fruit and sweets from locals before sunrise in a daily alms giving ceremony
- See the important sights of phnom penh on a full-day guided tour around the cambodian capital. the tuol sleng genocide museum (s21) and the killing fields of choeung ek are sobering experiences you won't forget
- Enjoy two days of fully guided temple tours in siem reap, with in-depth insights into the history of these extraordinary structures and plenty of time at angkor wat
- Spend your nights in comfort under the roof of peregrine standard hotels – centrally located and ideal for relaxing
- Enjoy a visit to a working buddhist monastery and meet the resident monks to learn more about this religion and it's importance to the cambodian people.
- Included flights on this trip makes travelling easy and allows for maximum time in each destination
Laos, Vietnam & Cambodia
- Journey to Luang Prabang in Laos and take a refreshing dip at the cascading Kuang Si waterfalls.
- Embrace Hanoi's frantic streets in search of an authentic bowl of bun cha (a Vietnamese dish of pork meatballs and rice noodles).
- Cruise among the mammoth limestone rock formations on a traditional wooden boat in Halong Bay.
- Travel down the canals and backwaters of the Mekong on a full-day tour of Asia's 7th longest river.
- Tour the magnificent Angkor Wat temple complex in Cambodia - the world's largest religious monument!
Northern Thailand & Laos Experience

- Support an important animal welfare initiative and get close to incredible creatures at the elephant nature park
- Visit the home of the infamous ‘bridge over the river kwai’, learn about its dark history and the construction of the railway during the war
- Your 1 night feature stay at the hmong hilltribe lodge will allow you to immerse yourself in tribal culture without compromising on creature comforts.
- Enjoy a boat trip on the mekong river, observing stunning scenery and riverside french villas along the way. stop by the pak ou caves, known for the hundreds of shrines and miniature buddhist statues that line their walls.
- Unwind in the laid-back jungle town of luang prabang. watch as orange-clad monks gather offerings of rice, fruit and sweets from locals before sunrise in a daily alms giving ceremony.
- Visit ock pop tok, an inspiring fair trade social enterprise that provides a sustainable source of income to local weavers and artisans. browse their beautifully-made traditional textiles and handicrafts while learning about the organisation.
- A full day of sightseeing in vientiane includes visits to the capital’s most dazzling attractions, including the golden pha that luang (or the great stupa), the most sacred monument in the country.
- Included flights on this trip makes travelling easy and allows for maximum time in each destination.
Cambodia Classic
- Explore the highlights of the everything from stunning temples to ancient Angkor ruins.
- Marvel at unique temples that are spread throughout Cambodia, from carved pink sandstone to 6th century temple complexes.
- Enjoy a tour through the Khmer process of weaving silk from start to finish.
- Travel through the port town of Kampong Cham where you can still find remnants of a quieter time in its tree-lined streets and riverside promenades.
- Explore amazing temples, palaces, museums and markets in the capital city: Phnom Penh.
Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong Ri ...
- Deluxe 7-night cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap in a Panorama SuiteSMwith Avalon’s exclusive Comfort Collection BedsSM. Enjoy an intimate river cruise experience with a maximum of 36 guests on board
- Welcome to Vietnam
- Walking tour of the city’s landmarks; visit the famous Rex Hotel for a drink, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market; cooking class
- Cu Chi Tunnels excursion
- Onboard welcome reception
- Visit a local workshop and see how rice paper, rice wine, and traditional candy are made in Vinh Long; visit a sampan-making family and interact with a Catholic priest in Cu Lao Gieng
- Visit a local market and the religious sites at Sam Mountain
- Sightseeing by private cyclo including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum; afternoon at leisure; show by children from a local orphanage
- Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and one of the Killing Fields in Phnom Penh; walking tour through Prek Bang Kong village with silk-weaving demonstration
- Visit Wat Hanchey and partake in a traditional water blessing by local monks; walking tour through Angkor Ban village with school visit
- Visit the silversmith village of Konpong Louang; ox cart ride through the countryside and visit a local farmer’s home in Kampong Tralach
- Visit Angkor Wat & Banteay Srei
- Visit Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm, and Les Artisans d’Angkor; Apsara dance performance
- Fly to Luang Prabang; time at leisure
- Participate in morning almsgiving ceremony; visit the morning market, National Museum, Wat Mai, Wat Visoun, Wat Xieng Thong, and Ban Xang Khong; weaving and sa paper-making demonstrations
- Full day at leisure
- Fly to Bangkok; time at leisure
Vietnam, Cambodia & Riches of the Mekong

- Enjoy a local boat ride to Sa Dec Village
- Visit Buddhist Monastery in Oudong
- Visit rice paper and candy-making workshop
- Enjoy City Tour and Royal Palace Visit in Phnom Penh
- Enjoy Phnom Penh Walking Tour
- Enjoy touring the temples of Angkor Archeological Park
2020: Ancient Kingdoms: Thailand, Laos, Cambodia ...
- Discover Bangkok
- Explore Bangkok
- Explore Pak Ou Cave
- Visit Vientiane
- Visit Killing Fields of Choeung Ek & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Mekong Discovery (Southbound)
- Onboard welcome reception
- Visit Wat Hanchey and partake in a traditional water blessing by local monks; walking tour in Angkor Ban with school visit
- Ox cart ride through the countryside and visit a local farmer’s home in Kampong Tralach; visit the silversmith village of Konpong Louang; visit the Tuol Sleng Museum and one of the Killing Fields in Phnom Penh, or visit the lively central market
- Sightseeing by private cyclo, including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum; show by children from local orphanage
- Visit a local market and the religious sites at Sam Mountain in Chau Doc
- Walking tour of Long Khanh A with cotton-weaving demonstration; interact with sampan-making and conical hat making families in Cu Lao Gieng
- Visit a local garden and a local workshop to see how rice wine and traditional candy are made
- On this unique and inspiring Southeast Asia river cruise through Cambodia and Vietnam, you’ll be immersed in the cultures and ancient traditions as you sightsee and spend time with locals in interesting places along the mighty Mekong River
- In the enchanting Cambodian countryside, go on an ox cart ride amongst rice paddy fields and witness the daily lives of farmers
Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong Ri ...
- Deluxe 7-night cruise from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City in a Panorama SuiteSMwith Avalon’s exclusive Comfort Collection BedsSM. Enjoy an intimate river cruise experience with a maximum of 36 guests on board.
- Welcome to Thailand
- Fly to Siem Reap
- Visit Angkor Wat and Banteay Srei; Apsara Dance Performance
- Visit Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, and Ta Prohm by tuk-tuk; Les Artisans d’Angkor
- Onboard welcome reception
- Ox cart through the countryside and visit a local farmer’s home in Kampong Tralach; visit the silversmith village of Konpong Louang; sightseeing by private cyclo in Phnom Penh including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum
- Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and one of the Killing Fields; afternoon at leisure; show by children from local orphanage
- Visit Wat Hanchey and partake in a traditional water blessing by local monks; walking tour through Angkor Ban village with school visit
- Visit a local market and the religious sites at Sam Mountain in Chau Doc
- Walking tour of Long Khong A with cotton-weaving demonstration; visit a sampan-making family and interact with a Catholic priest in Cu Lao Gieng
- Visit a local workship to see how rice wine & traditional candy are made and a local garden
- Walking tour of the city’s landmarks; visit the famous Rex Hotel for a drink, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market; cooking class
- Cu Chi Tunnels excursion
Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong Ri ...
- Deluxe 7-night cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap in a Panorama SuiteSMwith Avalon’s exclusive Comfort Collection BedsSM. Enjoy an intimate river cruise experience with a maximum of 36 guests on board
- Welcome to Vietnam
- Visit Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Museum, and Temple of Literature; lunch at Koto; take a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter; water puppets performance
- Cruise on Ha Long Bay
- Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
- Walking tour of the city’s landmarks; visit the famous Rex Hotel for a drink, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market; cooking class
- Cu Chi Tunnels excursion
- Onboard welcome reception
- Visit a local workshop and see how rice paper, rice wine, and traditional candy are made in Vinh Long; visit a sampan-making family and interact with a Catholic priest in Cu Lao Gieng
- Visit a local market and the religious sites at Sam Mountain
- Sightseeing by private cyclo including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum; afternoon at leisure; show by children from a local orphanage
- Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and one of the Killing Fields in Phnom Penh; walking tour through Prek Bang Kong village with silk-weaving demonstration
- Visit Wat Hanchey and partake in a traditional water blessing by local monks; walking tour through Angkor Ban village with school visit
- Visit the silversmith village of Konpong Louang; ox cart ride through the countryside and visit a local farmer’s home in Kampong Tralach
- Visit Angkor Wat & Banteay Srei
- Visit Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm, and Les Artisans d’Angkor; Apsara dance performance
- Fly to Bangkok; time at leisure
Vietnam & Cambodia: A Grand Adventure
- Ho chi minh city: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; Cu Chi Tunnels excursion; walking tour of the city’s landmarks; visit the War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market; welcome dinner
- Danang: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit China Beach and the Cham Museum
- Hoi an : Sightseeing with a Local Guide; cruise on the Thu Bon River; fishing lesson with a local fisherman; walking tour of the city; visit an old merchant house, the Hoi An Museum, and a Chinese assembly hall
- Hue: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit the Imperial Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, Tombs of Nguyen Emperors, Khai Dinh Mausoleum, and Royal Tomb of Tu Duc
- Hanoi: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Museum, Temple of Literature, and Hanoi Hilton; take a “cyclo” ride; walking tour in the Old Quarter; water puppets performance
- Ha long bay: Overnight cruise on the bay
- Siem reap : Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Banteay Srei, and Ta Prohm; Apsara dance performance
- On this fascinating Vietnam and Cambodia tour you’ll explore several of the world’s greatest treasures, behold spectacular scenery, learn about different cultures, and experience the warmth and hospitality bestowed by the locals
- It’s a vacation of a lifetime!As a hub of culture and cuisine, Vietnam paints an exotic picture of Southeast Asian life
16 Day Gems of Southeast Asia 2020 Itinerary
Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong Ri ...
- Deluxe 7-night cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap in a Panorama SuiteSMwith Avalon’s exclusive Comfort Collection BedsSM. Enjoy an intimate river cruise experience with a maximum of 36 guests on board
- Welcome to Vietnam
- Walking tour of the city’s landmarks; visit the famous Rex Hotel for a drink, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market; cooking class
- Cu Chi Tunnels excursion
- Onboard welcome reception
- Visit a local workshop and see how rice paper, rice wine, and traditional candy are made in Vinh Long; visit a sampan-making family and interact with a Catholic priest in Cu Lao Gieng
- Visit a local market and the religious sites at Sam Mountain
- Sightseeing by private cyclo including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum; afternoon at leisure; show by children from a local orphanage
- Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and one of the Killing Fields in Phnom Penh; walking tour through Prek Bang Kong village with silk-weaving demonstration
- Visit Wat Hanchey and partake in a traditional water blessing by local monks; walking tour through Angkor Ban village with school visit
- Visit the silversmith village of Konpong Louang; ox cart ride through the countryside and visit a local farmer’s home in Kampong Tralach
- Visit Angkor Wat & Banteay Srei
- Visit Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm, and Les Artisans d’Angkor; Apsara dance performance
- Fly to Luang Prabang; time at leisure
- Participate in morning almsgiving ceremony; visit the morning market, National Museum, Wat Mai, Wat Visoun, Wat Xieng Thong, and Ban Xang Khong; weaving and sa paper-making demonstrations
- Full day at leisure
- Fly to Bangkok; time at leisure
- Boat ride on klongs; visit the Grand Palace, Temple of the Emerald Buddha, and the Temple of the Reclining Buddha
- Day at leisure
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Top Mekong River Experiences and Attractions
Top Mekong River Experiences
Touring the awe-inspiring stone complexes of Angkor Wat, Cambodia, the world’s largest religious monument.
Drifting past a parade of brightly hued pagodas, wats, and Buddhist temples.
Encountering everyday but still-exotic life on and in the river: fishing boats, sampans, floating markets, children swimming, women doing their laundry.
Visiting the cities of Hanoi and Saigon, Vietnam, and Phnom Penh, Cambodia, to witness their progress following the turmoil of war in the 1960s and 1970s.
Top Mekong River Attractions
Angkor Wat
Floating Markets
Phnom Penh
Mekong Delta Villages
Ho Chi Minh City
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