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Cruise Snapshot
14Nights
Air Credit up to $2,000*pp
Journey through the vibrant cultures of Vietnam and Cambodia
Cruise the Mekong and experience authentic riverside life
Discover iconic Angkor Wat and ancient Khmer temples
Trip Details
Departs
Thu 7 Jan 2027
Returns
Thu 21 Jan 2027
Embarks
Ho Chi Minh City
Disembarks
Hanoi
Operator
Uniworld
A fascinating, rewarding, and multilayered adventure.
Two of the most beautiful, historic, and friendly places in all of Asia, dynamic Vietnam and pastoral Cambodia, are intriguing studies in contrast. Each possesses its own unique charm and social traditions, its own tragic history and complex past.
Ho Chi Minh City offers a heady mixture of old and new, often surprising visitors with its charm. As the lifeblood of Southeast Asia, the Mekong teems with colorful floating villages. Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s thriving capital, is fast-forwarding to the future yet retains a provincial intimacy. And colorful Siem Reap provides the gateway to the vast UNESCO-designated jungle temple complex of Angkor Wat.
Day by day
Itinerary
1
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Explore the lively Ben Thanh Night Market or one of the city's quintessential evening cafés.
2
Ho Chi Minh City
Experience how ancient history melds with the boisterous present in Vietnam's largest city, where skyscrapers tower over ancient temples, and motorbikes putter along picturesque alleys.
3
Ho Chi Minh City, Transfer to My Tho (Embark), Tien Loi (Ben Tre)
Today's featured excursion provides a fascinating glimpse of the Viet Cong's vast network of incredibly narrow tunnels dating back to the Vietnam War. Following lunch, you'll be taken to the Mekong Jewel.
Mekong JewelL
4
Tien Loi (Ben Tre), Vinh Long, Sa Dec
Witness the daily life of the Delta River communities, including local artisans weaving sedge hats, decorating bonsais, and more.
5
Sa Dec, Gieng Island, Hong Ngu, Cruising the Mekong River
Observe village life from a sampan, visit colorful temples, and experience how a local family makes incense sticks and conical hats.
6
Hong Ngu, Cruising the Mekong River, Phnom Penh
Explore the local island village of Hong Ngu and see traditional Khmer scarves being woven, then cross into Cambodia for your arrival in Phnom Penh.
7
Phnom Penh
Discover Cambodia's thriving capital, a blend of French colonial, Khmer, and modern architecture, with riverside esplanades, temples, palaces, and cultural landmarks.
8
Phnom Penh, Cruising the Mekong River, Angkor Ban
Learn about Cambodia's history at the Killing Fields and a former school-turned-prison genocide museum.
9
Angkor Ban, Wat Hanchey, Kampong Cham
Celebrate Cambodia's vibrant cultural life, visiting a local school and villages, and experiencing a water blessing from Buddhist monks.
10
Kampong Cham (Disembark), Transfer to Siem Reap
Transfer to Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor, and enjoy three nights at the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort near Angkor Wat.
Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort
11
Siem Reap
Explore the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's most iconic religious complexes.
12
Siem Reap
Visit the royal city of Angkor Thom with its Hindu and Buddhist monuments, and experience Apsara dance performances and iconic temple sights.
13
Siem Reap, Fly to Hanoi
Enjoy free time in Siem Reap before flying to Hanoi and checking in at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel.
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel
14
Hanoi
Tour Hanoi's elegant boulevards, bustling streets, markets, museums, and historic sites, exploring the vibrant capital of Vietnam.
15
Hanoi
Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight home.
What you get for the price
Inclusions & exclusions
What’s included
Dining
Meals onboard are prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
14 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners
Welcome Dinner and Farewell Dinner
Complimentary house wine, local spirits and beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served throughout the cruise. Onshore lunches include complimentary soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Onshore dinners include complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, coffee, and tea
Excursions
13 included excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
Experiences
2 countries: Vietnam and Cambodia
2 UNESCO World Heritage sites
Services of an experienced Uniworld Tour Manager
Cultural enrichment
Flight included between Siem Reap & Hanoi
Gratuities for onboard and onshore personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager, local experts, drivers) are included both during the cruise/tour as well as on any pre- or post-cruise land extensions
Not included
Travel insurance
Shore Excursions
Where you’ll stay
Accommodation
7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the all-suite Super Ship Mekong Jewel
2 nights in Ho Chi Minh City at the Park Hyatt Saigon (or similar)
3 nights in Siem Reap at the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort (or similar)
2 nights in Hanoi at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel (or similar)
The Mekong Jewel is the most luxurious ship on the Mekong River. This all-suite Super Ship vessel includes two dining venues: one main restaurant and an al fresco eatery on the upper deck. The Mekong Jewel replaces the Mekong Navigator and was constructed with sustainable, eco-friendly materials, and features a swimming pool, spa, sauna and steam room, gym, hair salon, nail bar, two lounges, and a library.
Suite (339 sq ft - 31.5 sq m)
Grand Suite (551 sq ft - 51 sq m)
Royal Suite (924 sq ft - 85.8 sq m)
Mekong Jewel
From the operator
Common questions about this voyage
What is the duration of this cruise?
This journey lasts 15 days, from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, including river and land experiences.
Which destinations are included?
The cruise visits Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Tien Loi, Sa Dec, Phnom Penh, Angkor Ban, Kampong Cham, Siem Reap, and Hanoi, with iconic sights like the Mekong villages and Angkor Wat.
What type of ship will I be sailing on?
Guests sail aboard the Mekong Jewel, a boutique river cruise vessel designed for luxury and comfort.
What is included in the cruise price?
The all-inclusive fare covers accommodation, meals, guided excursions, transfers, and select beverages, ensuring a seamless and immersive experience.
Are there optional excursions available?
Yes, the Masterpiece Collection offers optional experiences like Vespa city tours, Khmer cooking classes, and sunrise temple visits.
Is this cruise suitable for first-time travelers to Southeast Asia?
Absolutely. The itinerary combines guided tours, cultural experiences, and comfortable accommodations, making it perfect for first-time visitors.
What is the best time to take this cruise?
The cruise is offered on select dates, generally during dry season months for comfortable weather along the Mekong River and Cambodia.
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