Essential Vietnam and Cambodia

Drone view of a worker is drying incense sticks - a traditional incense of Vietnam - Cau Bau market, Thanh Oai, Ha Noi, North Vietnam — Land and River Cruise
Essential Vietnam and Cambodia
2027 - 2028

River Cruise

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Essential Vietnam and Cambodia

Immerse yourself in local life and culture as you embark on a seven-night cruise along the Mekong River, discovering the remote villages that line its banks. This journey is bookended by two-night stays in Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap, offering the chance to explore the Cu Chi tunnels and witness sunrise at Angkor Wat.

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Travel Information

12 Days River Cruise

Trip code VTMR12

Itinerary

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Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

12 days / 11 night River Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Ho Chi Minh City

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Day 2

Cu Chi Tunnels, Ho Chi Minh City

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Day 3

Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Embark Ship, Cai Be

Day 4

Cai Be, Sa Dec, Tan Chau

Day 5

Tan Chau, Cambodia Border Crossing, Phnom Penh

Day 6

Phnom Penh

Day 7

Phnom Penh, Oudong, Koh Chen

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Day 8

Phnom Penh, Oknha Tey, Angkor Ban

Day 9

Angkor Ban, Koh Pen, Kampong Cham

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Day 10

Kampong Cham, Disembark Ship, Siem Reap

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Day 11

Siem Reap

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Day 12

Depart Siem Reap

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Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Seven-night Mekong River cruise aboard the RV Lotus, featuring all suites with twin balconies

Four nights in premium accommodation

28 meals – 11 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 9 dinners, plus select international wine and local beer included with lunch and dinner on board your Mekong River cruise

Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and expert English-speaking local guides

Airport transfers, port charges and tipping

Witness the sun rise over the magnificent Angkor Wat

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary

Buddhist Blessing Ceremony

Take part in a traditional Buddhist blessing ceremony to wish you good luck, health and safe journey, led by resident monks at a monastery in Oudong.

ONLY FOR USE WITH THE ONETOMORROW SPECIFIC CAUSE

Local Charity Visit

Visit Opportunities of Development thru Art (ODA), a OneTomorrow partner that provides education to local disadvantaged children living in Siem Reap's remote villages.

Sunrise at Angkor Wat

Visit Angkor Archaeological Park to witness a spectacular sunrise at the magnificent Angkor Wat. Observe the iconic temple complex shimmer in the reflective ponds in front of this World Heritage-listed monument, while brilliant shades of orange and pink light up the sky.

traditional Cambodian khmer fish amok curry meal

Khmer Dinner and Apsara Performance

Dine on tantalising Khmer cuisine and peer into the heart of Cambodia as you watch an apsara dance performance, a delicate, beautiful tradition dating back to the seventh century.

What's On Board

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Cruise Aboard the RV Lotus

Glide along the Mekong River on the RV Lotus and discover the alluring destinations of Vietnam and Cambodia in premium comfort.

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Trip Alternatives and Extensions

More days means more to discover - with trip alternatives encompassing exciting cities and different regions, to trip extensions you can add before or after your escorted tour.

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Main view of ancient Bayon temple in Angkor Thom in evening sun. Mysterious Angkor Thom nestled among rainforest in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Enigmatic Angkor Thom is a popular tourist attraction.

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Trip Extensions

More days mean more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your tour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

What our customers are saying

The depth of knowledge our Cambodian guide has was extremely impressive to us. Each time he took us out on an excursion, we were genuinely delighted, as we knew we were going to learn something new and interesting, but at the same time, have a fun time in doing so.
- Vietnam & Cambodia tour

...We wish to congratulate Travelmarvel on the wonderful organisation, everything was tip top. Our hotels, Tour Director and guides were first class..
- VTMR12

...We cant fault anything, all the tours on land was amazing, loved the kids...We thoroughly enjoyed the whole tour, and can recommend Travelmarvel to everyone, a big thank you to all.
- VTMR12

Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

Prices are for land/cruise and flights as specified
Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
Disruptions to cruising and touring may occur due to operational issues including high or low water levels, and unforeseen weather conditions
Price includes transfers, port charges, gratuities and porterage
Flights should arrive in Ho Chi Minh City before 4pm
Extend your journey with a beach break at Vung Tau (VEMV3), Mui Ne (VEMM3) or Koh Rong Island (VEMK3), Phu Quoc (VEMP3) and/or add a stopover in Singapore (STOSIN3). Refer to the website or contact us for more details
ENHANCE YOUR JOURNEY – FAST TRACK ON ARRIVAL can be added to your booking prior to departure (additional cost applies) for tours commencing in Vietnam, where guests arrive on an international flight on the first day of the tour or have pre-tour accommodation booked through Travelmarvel. To ensure this service can be arranged, flight details must be provided no later than 30 days before departure. Requests received after this time cannot be guaranteed.

Essential Vietnam and Cambodia

Essential Vietnam and Cambodia