Grand Mekong Odyssey
Khmer Cooking Class - Join a morning cooking class at an organic farm in Cambodia. Pick up supplies at the local market, then head to the farm to pick some organic ingredients. Your chef will guide you in creating a traditional Khmer lunch.
Meet a Vietnam War Veteran - Gain a personal and authentic perspective on history as you meet a Vietnamese war veteran at the Cu Chi Tunnels. Their stories will offer a unique insight into the past.
Ninh Binh Bear Sanctuary - Spend a morning at Four Paws Ninh Binh, a wildlife sanctuary providing a new life for more than 40 Asiatic bears rescued from the illegal bear bile industry.
Hanoi (3N) - Ninh Binh (2N) - Halong Bay Cruise (2N) - Hue (2N) - Hoi An (2N) - Saigon (2N) - Victoria Mekong Cruise (7N) - Siem Reap (3N)
- Breakfasts: 23 / Lunches: 22 / Dinners: 23
- International flights and current taxes (excluded if a land only option is selected)
- 4* accommodation
- Domestic transportation
- Touring with guides and entrance fees
- All meals
Day 1: Fly To Hanoi
Fly to Hanoi, Vietnam's leafy capital city. Meet your guide for your transfer to the hotel. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture ahead of this evening's welcome dinner and guide briefing.
Includes: Dinner
Day 2: Hanoi Through The Ages
Today, enjoy an introduction to Vietnamese history at the Ethnology Museum, for a fascinating window into Vietnam's many indigenous groups. See tribal antiques and full-scale replicas of Vietnamese longhouses and stilt houses. Continue to the Confucian Temple of Literature before lunch. This afternoon, explore the city's French Quarter, and enjoy a cyclo tour of the Old Quarter's narrow historic streets.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Wartime Hanoi
Visit the Ho Chi Minh Quarter for an insight into the Vietnam War. Visit the Humble House on Stilts, where Ho Chi Minh lived in the grounds of the Presidential Palace, and see his Mausoleum in Ba Dinh Square. Stop to see the wreckage of an American bomber plane, still visible in the lake where it was shot down in 1972. Later, visit a 1980s apartment in the Old Quarter and hear about life in the difficult post-war subsidy period.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Ninh Binh Countryside
Drive two hours into the countryside to Ninh Binh, famously known as ‘Halong Bay on land' thanks to its dramatic karst mountains. En route, stop to visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel, the tenth century capital of Dai Viet. This afternoon, enjoy a boat trip through the paddy fields, stopping to explore prehistoric caves before checking in at your hotel.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Bear Sanctuary & Cuc Phuong National Park
Begin the day at Four Paws Bear Sanctuary. Learn the stories of these bears, rescued from the illegal pet and bile industries, and hear how they have been given a second chance in life. Enjoy a fresh lunch at the sanctuary, made from ingredients grown on site. This afternoon, head into Cuc Phuong National Park and hear all about the local wildlife on a short stroll through the rainforest. Return to the hotel.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Ninh Binh - Halong Bay
Drive to Halong Bay and embark on a two-night scenic cruise through this famous UNESCO-listed bay’ known for its emerald waters and towering limestone islands. Head to a hidden spot and try your hand at kayaking through these mesmerising seascapes.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Halong Bay
See the bay through a local's eyes! The local fishermen will row you through their floating village, where many families have lived for generations. Later, head to one of the bay's beaches for a chance to sunbathe on the sands.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Halong Bay - Hue
Rise early for Tai Chi on deck as the sun rises over Halong Bay. Visit one of the bay's largest caves before cruising back to port after brunch. Disembark and fly to Hue, a charming city and once the seat of the Nguyen emperors.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Imperial Hue
Discover Hue's imperial history, beginning at the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City. Continue to Thien Mu Pagoda. After lunch, visit the Royal Tomb of Minh Mang before a leisurely cruise along the Perfume River.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Hue - Danang By Rail
The 102km railway journey from Hue to Danang is considered one of the best in the world. Three hours of scenic coastline await, with beautiful tropical beaches on one side and dramatic mountain scenery on the other. On arrival in Danang, transfer to the wonderfully traditional town of Hoi An. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the Old Town's charming shops and boutiques before dinner. With its charming yellow buildings and vivid silk lanterns, a stroll through this traditional town feels like stepping back in time.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Hoi An
Head out on a walking tour of Hoi An's Old Town, with visits including Chua Ong Pagoda, a 200-year-old merchant house, and the spectacular Japanese Covered Bridge. Afterwards, continue into Hoi An's peaceful countryside to visit an organic farming community.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Hoi An - Saigon
Fly to Saigon, perhaps Vietnam's most evocative city. Embark on a city tour to explore the city's heady mix of local culture and colonial influences. See the Notre-Dame Cathedral and visit the Central Post Office, the Reunification Palace and the poignant War Remnants Museum.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Cu Chi & War Veteran Meeting
Discover the reality of guerrilla warfare at the Cu Chi Tunnels, which were central to the Viet Cong's military operations, including the Tet Offensive. For a truly authentic insight into the war, meet a Vietnamese veteran and hear his story. Stop for lunch at an organic farm en route back to Saigon.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14: Embark The Victoria Mekong River Cruise
Transfer to Can Tho and board the Victoria Mekong for your seven-night cruise. Enjoy a welcome cocktail on deck as the ship sets sail. As day turns into night, sit down to a welcome you gala dinner whilst enjoying a performance of Đờn ca tài tử - traditional folk music of the Mekong.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15: Mekong Cruise: Long Xuyen & Tiger Island
Take a tender boat to explore Long Xuyen's bustling floating market, where farmers trade fresh produce from their boats. Return to the ship for lunch before visiting Tiger Island for a scenic walk through rice fields, meet local artisans, and learn about Mr. Tiger's Temple.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16: Mekong Cruise: Phu Tan & Tan Chau
Head ashore in Phu Tan and visit a craft village famous for its handmade clay stoves. Enjoy lunch on board as you cruise toward Tan Chau, then take a tender to explore a floating village and see how locals farm freshwater fish beneath their stilt houses. This evening, enjoy a riotous Vietnamese lion dance on the sky deck!
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 17: Mekong Cruise: Into Cambodia
Enjoy onboard activities such as a cocktail competition or a mini golf tournament as the ship crosses the border into Cambodia. Arrive into Phnom Penh late this afternoon. Tonight, watch a lively Apsara dance performance onboard.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 18: Mekong Cruise: Phnom Penh & The Killing Fields
Hop on a cyclo and head to the elaborate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and National Museum. Later, drive into the countryside to pay respects at the Killing Fields, where the Khmer Rouge executed over 1 million victims in the 1970s. Today, it is a memorial site for peaceful reflection. Return to the city and end the afternoon in style with a signature cocktail at Raffles Hotel Le Royal before returning to the ship for dinner.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 19: Mekong Cruise: Oudong & Silk Island
Enjoy a walking tour of Koh Chen village, where you'll meet a local copper and silversmith, before continuing to the country's former capital, Oudong. Visit Buddhist monks at a local meditation centre before taking a tuk-tuk to Silk Island to learn about the process of silk weaving from worm to loom.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 20: Angkor Ban & Kampong Cham
Explore the laid-back village of Angkor Ban with its wooden stilt houses. Sail to Kampong Cham, where charming colonial architecture meets vibrant local life, and enjoy a guided tour as you stroll along the serene banks of the Mekong.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 21: Disembark & Transfer To Siem Reap
Disembark and drive through lush Cambodian countryside to reach Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor. The afternoon is at leisure.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 22: Explore Angkor
Journey to Angkor Thom and visit its many treasures, including the Bayon, Elephant and Leper King Terraces, and the atmospheric Ta Prohm. Continue to the magnificent Angkor Wat and explore its many halls and towers. This evening, return to Angkor Thom and enjoy a cruise on its moat as the sun sets.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 23: Cooking Class
Join a morning cooking class at an organic farm. Pick up supplies at the local market, then head to the farm to pick some organic ingredients. Your chef will guide you in creating a traditional Khmer lunch before an afternoon at leisure.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 24-25: Departure
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Australia, arriving home the following day.
Includes: Breakfast
* The above itinerary is subject to change.
- 26 Feb 2026 - 21 Mar 2026
from $13,580 pp twin share / $18,280 pp solo - 26 Feb 2026 - 21 Mar 2026
from $13,980 pp twin share / $19,080 pp solo - 12 Mar 2026 - 04 Apr 2026
from $13,580 pp twin share / $18,280 pp solo - 12 Mar 2026 - 04 Apr 2026
from $13,980 pp twin share / $19,080 pp solo - 26 Mar 2026 - 18 Apr 2026
from $12,680 pp twin share / $17,380 pp solo - 26 Mar 2026 - 18 Apr 2026
from $13,080 pp twin share / $18,180 pp solo - 10 Sep 2026 - 03 Oct 2026
from$12,680$11,680 pp twin share /$16,680/ $15,680 pp solo - 10 Sep 2026 - 03 Oct 2026
from$13,080$12,080 pp twin share /$17,480/ $16,480 pp solo - 05 Nov 2026 - 28 Nov 2026
from $13,580 pp twin share / $18,280 pp solo - 05 Nov 2026 - 28 Nov 2026
from $13,980 pp twin share / $19,080 pp solo - 19 Nov 2026 - 12 Dec 2026
from$13,580$13,080 pp twin share /$18,280/ $17,780 pp solo - 19 Nov 2026 - 12 Dec 2026
from$13,980$13,480 pp twin share /$19,080/ $18,580 pp solo - 25 Feb 2027 - 20 Mar 2027
from$13,980$13,680 pp twin share /$18,960/ $18,660 pp solo - 25 Feb 2027 - 20 Mar 2027
from$14,380$14,080 pp twin share /$19,760/ $19,460 pp solo - 11 Mar 2027 - 03 Apr 2027
from$13,980$13,680 pp twin share /$18,960/ $18,660 pp solo - 11 Mar 2027 - 03 Apr 2027
from$14,380$14,080 pp twin share /$19,760/ $19,460 pp solo - 25 Mar 2027 - 17 Apr 2027
from$13,480$13,180 pp twin share /$18,460/ $18,160 pp solo - 25 Mar 2027 - 17 Apr 2027
from$13,880$13,580 pp twin share /$19,260/ $18,960 pp solo - 26 Aug 2027 - 18 Sep 2027
from$13,480$13,180 pp twin share /$18,060/ $17,760 pp solo - 26 Aug 2027 - 18 Sep 2027
from$13,880$13,580 pp twin share /$18,860/ $18,560 pp solo - 09 Sep 2027 - 02 Oct 2027
from$13,480$13,180 pp twin share /$18,060/ $17,760 pp solo - 09 Sep 2027 - 02 Oct 2027
from$13,880$13,580 pp twin share /$18,860/ $18,560 pp solo - 07 Oct 2027 - 30 Oct 2027
from$13,980$13,680 pp twin share /$18,960/ $18,660 pp solo - 07 Oct 2027 - 30 Oct 2027
from$14,380$14,080 pp twin share /$19,760/ $19,460 pp solo - 21 Oct 2027 - 13 Nov 2027
from$13,980$13,680 pp twin share /$18,960/ $18,660 pp solo - 21 Oct 2027 - 13 Nov 2027
from$14,380$14,080 pp twin share /$19,760/ $19,460 pp solo - 04 Nov 2027 - 27 Nov 2027
from$13,980$13,680 pp twin share /$18,960/ $18,660 pp solo - 04 Nov 2027 - 27 Nov 2027
from$14,380$14,080 pp twin share /$19,760/ $19,460 pp solo - 18 Nov 2027 - 11 Dec 2027
from$13,980$13,680 pp twin share /$18,960/ $18,660 pp solo - 18 Nov 2027 - 11 Dec 2027
from$14,380$14,080 pp twin share /$19,760/ $19,460 pp solo
Advertised pricing subject to departure date and availability. Please call 1300 414 198 to confirm up-to-the-moment availability and pricing.
The Q - Hanoi
Located in the heart of Hanoi, The Q is a modern and spacious hotel offering well-equipped, air-conditioned rooms. Each room features a flat-screen TV, minibar, kettle, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The hotel's central location makes it an excellent base for exploring Vietnam's bustling capital city.
Bhaya Classic - Halong
Aboard a traditional-style junk, refurbished in 2015, a Bhaya Classic cruise offers a convivial atmosphere and classic oriental style. There is a sundeck for admiring the scenery and a spa and jacuzzi for relaxing whilst the restaurant serves freshly prepared Vietnamese and international cuisine. Onboard activities as you cruise include Tai Chi and cooking classes. Cabins are cosy and comfortable with big windows for beautiful views, a fridge and a bathroom with walk in shower.
Emm Hotel - Hue
Well-located in Hue' s city centre, the Emm Hotel is a contemporary, comfortable hotel. It has gardens and a swimming pool and 2 restaurant options, serving authentic Hue dishes, Vietnamese food and international fare too. Bedrooms have large windows (some also have balconies), a bathroom with shower, television, minibar and kettle. You are also provided with slipper and a bathrobe.
Little Residence Boutique Hotel & Spa - Hoi An
Located in the heart of Hoi An, and situated a few moments away from the Japanese Covered Bridge, the 4-star Little Residence offers a charming stay. The decor is inspired by the beauty of the ancient town, effortlessly blending neoclassical architecture with sophisticated furnishings. Each room is well equipped with full modern amenities including a flat screen TV and air-conditioning, while hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and state-of-the-art gym.
Muong Thanh Saigon Centre - Saigon
Nestled in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s vibrant District 1, Muong Thanh Saigon Centre Hotel blends modern comfort with warm Vietnamese hospitality. Located just minutes from landmarks like the Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon Opera House and bustling Ben Thanh Market. Elegant rooms offer city views and thoughtful touches such as plush robes and slippers, while facilities include an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and indulgent spa treatments.
Victoria Mekong - Mekong
The Victoria Mekong is a four star river cruise ship offering superior service and elegance.
Offering 3-4 night luxury cruising itineraries between Vietnam's Mekong Delta and Cambodia's capital Phnom Penh, there is no better way to experience the beauty of the Mekong. Furnished with 33 spacious deluxe cabins, all with private balconies, the ship is also home to a cocktail bar and pool, games room, lounge area and treatment spa.
Lotus Blanc Resort - Siem Reap
Perfectly combining a French and Khmer aesthetic, the Lotus Blanc is a 10 minute tuk tuk ride from the lively heart of Siem Reap. Stately but chic, there is a large pool, fitness centre, spa, 3 bars and 3 restaurants serving a variety of local and international dishes. Rooms are expansive, bright and minimalist and boast a balcony, bathroom with rain shower, television, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, armchairs and air-conditioning.
Travel at 60 and supplier booking conditions apply.
- Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 June 2025. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
- Customary tipping amount of approximately US$105 per person (AU$162) is paid locally in Vietnam.
- Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
- Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request.