Majestic Mekong Cruise

• Day 1 - Arrive Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Embark Ship, Cai Be:
  

  Your journey begins today amid the vibrant bustle of Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, be met at the airport and transferred to your ship. Travel to My Tho, where you will board your boutique river ship, the RV Lotus, your home for the next seven nights. Soak in the scenery as you cruise towards Cai Be, where the ship will anchor overnight. Tonight, enjoy a special Welcome Dinner on board and get to know your crew and fellow travellers.

• Day 2 - Cai Be, Sa Dec, Tan Chau:
  

  Explore Cai Be and its surrounds by tender boat as you view local life on the river and along its banks. Go ashore to see the Cai Be Church, the tallest church in the Mekong Delta with its impressive bell tower, and visit manufacturers of rice paper and coconut candy to learn how they're made. Head back to the ship and sit down to a delicious lunch while cruising to Sa Dec. Afterwards, take a boat ride to the charming town of Sa Dec for a guided tour. Stroll through the colourful markets and continue by foot to the home of Huynh Thuy Le, once the lover of French writer Marguerite Duras, whose best-selling novel The Lover offers a fictionalised account of their affair. Back on board, unwind or relax your body with a rejuvenating treatment from the spa. As the sun sets, the RV Lotus sets sail for Tan Chau. Enjoy dinner and later, head up to the Saigon Lounge for evening entertainment or a cocktail.

• Day 3 - Tan Chau, Cambodia Border Crossing, Phnom Penh:
  

  Transfer to a small boat for a journey along the tiny tributaries that snake around Tan Chau. Disembark for a rickshaw tour and visit a local rattan weaving workshop. After lunch, take a small boat to discover authentic rural life on Evergreen Island. Observe traditional Vietnamese farming techniques, where the land is ploughed by water buffalo. Later, appreciate some downtime and watch the scenery of the Mekong River pass by as the RV Lotus cruises towards the Cambodian border. While border formalities are carried out, sit down and enjoy the onboard activities and presentations. Cross into Cambodia and cruise overnight towards the capital, Phnom Penh.

• Day 4 - Phnom Penh:
  

  Today, learn of the atrocities inflicted upon Cambodians during Pol Pot's Khmer Rouge regime in the 1970s. Explore the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields, where you'll find the Memorial Stupa, a glass monument erected in memory of the thousands of Cambodians who lost their lives. After lunch on board, visit the spectacular Royal Palace, delighting in its dazzling white and gold architecture. Then, head to the glorious Silver Pagoda, set on the southern side of the palace complex. The remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. You may wish to head to the local markets for souvenirs or perhaps to taste the local delicacy of fried tarantula. Alternatively, relax on board and enjoy the facilities and service.

• Day 5 - Phnom Penh, Oudong, Koh Chen:
  

  Begin your morning with an excursion by road to Oudong, Cambodia’s royal capital from the early 17th until the 19th centuries. Here, enjoy a memorable Insider Experience. En route back to Phnom Penh, take a leisurely walk to explore Koh Chen, a village specialising in the manufacture of copperware. Visit some small family workshops and perhaps purchase some souvenirs. Enjoy a free afternoon or choose one of our select experience options.

  Insider Experience – 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.

  Enhance Your Journey – Hands-On Cooking Workshop

  Meet your chef and visit a local market to select fruits, spices and other local ingredients before learning how to prepare authentic Khmer dishes.

  Enhance Your Journey – Phnom Penh by Cyclo

  Explore Phnom Penh by cyclo, taking in sights such as Independence Square, the Royal Palace, trendy cafes, boutiques, local markets, and pagodas.

  Enhance Your Journey – Phnom Penh by Tuk Tuk

  Discover Phnom Penh by tuk tuk, passing sights like Wat Phnom, the Phnom Penh Post Office, U.S. Embassy, Raffles Hotel, and Royal Railway Station. Ride along Pasteur Street, the Central Market, and Phsar Tapang. Stop to walk around the Independence Monument and statue of King Norodom Sihanouk, then continue past NagaWorld, the Royal Palace and Sisowath Quay.

• Day 6 - Phnom Penh, Oknha Tey, Angkor Ban:
  

  Rise early as your ship glides along the lush banks of the Mekong to Oknha Tey (Oknha Tei), or Silk Island. The river island is renowned for its silk manufacturing traditions, preserved over centuries. Travel by tuk tuk past rice fields and get a glimpse into rural life. Stroll among the stilt houses and gain an insight into the traditional silk weaving process. Watch as the village women create beautiful Khmer fabrics from their wooden looms. Return to your river ship and savour lunch on board as the ship sets sail for Angkor Ban. As you cruise up the Mekong River in the afternoon, enjoy time at leisure. Take a dip in the pool or sit and read a book on the Sun Deck while soaking in the scenery.

• Day 7 - Angkor Ban, Koh Pen, Kampong Cham:
  

  Start your morning with a guided walk of Angkor Ban, a village awash with stories of Cambodia's cultural history, and one of the few traditional villages that survived the Khmer Rouge regime. Stroll through the town – nicknamed the 'Lucky Village' – to see traditional stilted houses and a Khmer-style pagoda. After lunch, your cruise docks at its final location, Kampong Cham, where you can enjoy your Insider Experience. This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner on board with your fellow travellers as you reminisce about your Mekong River cruise adventure.

  Insider Experience – Tuk Tuk Tour of Koh Pen

  Hop on a tuk tuk and explore the agricultural island of Koh Pen. Travel along the shaded lanes and past wooden stilted houses, tucked among palm and sandalwood trees.

• Day 8 - Kampong Cham, Disembark Ship, Depart Siem Reap:
  

  Disembark in Kampong Cham after breakfast and transfer to Siem Reap. In due time, transfer to Siem Reap–Angkor International Airport for your onward flight.

• 28 Jul 2026 - 04 Aug 2026
  from $3,095 pp twin share / $5,245 pp solo *
• 11 Aug 2026 - 18 Aug 2026
  from $3,095 pp twin share / $5,245 pp solo *
• 25 Aug 2026 - 01 Sep 2026
  from $3,395 pp twin share / $5,795 pp solo *
• 08 Sep 2026 - 15 Sep 2026
  from $3,595 pp twin share / $6,095 pp solo *
• 22 Sep 2026 - 29 Sep 2026
  from $3,995 pp twin share / $6,795 pp solo *
• 06 Oct 2026 - 13 Oct 2026
  from $4,195 pp twin share / $7,145 pp solo *
• 20 Oct 2026 - 27 Oct 2026
  from $4,195 pp twin share / $7,145 pp solo *
• 03 Nov 2026 - 10 Nov 2026
  from $4,495 pp twin share / $7,645 pp solo *
• 17 Nov 2026 - 24 Nov 2026
  from $4,495 pp twin share / $7,645 pp solo *
• 12 Jan 2027 - 19 Jan 2027
  from $3,995 pp twin share / $6,795 pp solo *
• 26 Jan 2027 - 02 Feb 2027
  from $3,995 pp twin share / $6,795 pp solo *
• 09 Feb 2027 - 16 Feb 2027
  from $4,495 pp twin share / $7,645 pp solo *
• 23 Feb 2027 - 02 Mar 2027
  from $4,495 pp twin share / $7,645 pp solo *
• 09 Mar 2027 - 16 Mar 2027
  from $4,495 pp twin share / $7,645 pp solo *
• 23 Mar 2027 - 30 Mar 2027
  from $3,995 pp twin share / $6,795 pp solo *
• 10 Aug 2027 - 17 Aug 2027
  from $3,095 pp twin share / $5,245 pp solo *
• 24 Aug 2027 - 31 Aug 2027
  from $3,395 pp twin share / $5,795 pp solo *
• 07 Sep 2027 - 14 Sep 2027
  from $3,595 pp twin share / $6,095 pp solo *
• 21 Sep 2027 - 28 Sep 2027
  from $3,995 pp twin share / $6,795 pp solo *
• 05 Oct 2027 - 12 Oct 2027
  from $4,195 pp twin share / $7,145 pp solo *
• 19 Oct 2027 - 26 Oct 2027
  from $4,195 pp twin share / $7,145 pp solo *
• 02 Nov 2027 - 09 Nov 2027
  from $4,495 pp twin share / $7,645 pp solo *
• 16 Nov 2027 - 23 Nov 2027
  from $4,495 pp twin share / $7,645 pp solo *
• 11 Jan 2028 - 18 Jan 2028
  from $3,995 pp twin share / $6,795 pp solo *
• 25 Jan 2028 - 01 Feb 2028
  from $3,995 pp twin share / $6,795 pp solo *
• 08 Feb 2028 - 15 Feb 2028
  from $4,495 pp twin share / $7,645 pp solo *
• 22 Feb 2028 - 29 Feb 2028
  from $4,495 pp twin share / $7,645 pp solo *
• 07 Mar 2028 - 14 Mar 2028
  from $4,495 pp twin share / $7,645 pp solo *
• 21 Mar 2028 - 28 Mar 2028
  from $3,995 pp twin share / $6,795 pp solo *
• 04 Apr 2028 - 11 Apr 2028
  from $3,995 pp twin share / $6,795 pp solo *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

• Seven Nights, Mekong River, RV Lotus

How long is this journey?

This itinerary runs for 8 days and 7 nights.

When can I travel?

Departures are currently scheduled between 28 Jul 2026 and 11 Apr 2028, subject to live availability.

Are there different departure options?

Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.

Can I travel solo?

Solo pricing may be available on selected departures, and final options can be confirmed at enquiry.

What is generally included?

Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.