$4499—13-night Mekong River cruise w/5-star stays & flights
Explore the Mekong River’s rich history, tranquil villages and iconic cultural landmarks
Why We Love This Deal
Cruise from My Tho (Ho Chi Minh City) to Siem Reap aboard the intimate Mekong Navigator, a luxurious boutique ship designed for exploring the Mekong River. Start with two 5-star nights in Ho Chi Minh City at the New World Saigon Hotel**.
Visit the labyrinthine that is the Củ Chi Tunnels. Explore Phnom Penh’s royal grounds. Delight in stilted houses and grazing Brahim cows in Opopel Village. Conclude with two nights of 5-star luxury in bustling Siem Reap at the Borei Angkor Resort & Spa***.
With return flights, luxury stays, and immersive local experiences included, this 13-night adventure blends culture, immersion into local life, cuisine and five-star comfort.
Starting at just $4499 per person, our research has found savings of up an impressive $3057 per person when compared to self-packaging options. We found savings of up to $4199 per person if you splurge and book the Signature Suites on this sailing.
Featured prices are based on departures from Sydney and Perth. Departures are also available from Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide; prices do vary.*
What's included
- Return international flights from Australia* to Ho Chi Minh City, returning from Siem Reap
- 2-night, 5-star stay at the New World Saigon Hotel** with breakfast
- 7-night all-inclusive river cruise onboard the Mekong Navigator from Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap
- Welcome and farewell reception with canapes and sparkling wine
- All meals include two theme dinners during the journey
- Complimentary Soft Drinks, Water, Fruit Nectars, Local Vietnamese and Cambodian Beer, Percolated Coffee and a selection of Vietnamese Teas.
- Daily Selected Red and White Wine is served during Lunch and Dinner in the Restaurant only
- Mid Cruise Afternoon Tea Buffet in the Lounge.
- Welcome Reception, Captains Cocktail and Farewell Reception with Canapes and Sparkling Wine service
- Daily replenished Minibar Soft Drinks and Local Beer
- Complimentary aluminum water bottle for excursions
- Complimentary wifi in-room and public areas
- All entrance fees, transportation as mentioned in the shore excursion programs
- Welcome drink and cold towel service following excursions
- Transfers from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho and Kampong Cham to Seam Reap or vice versa (coach transfer).
- Gratuities $85USD per passenger for crew onboard
- Port charge $75USD per passenger
- Tip $25USD per passenger for guides, drivers, sampan operators
- A variety of on-board evening entertainment
- First-class service from an English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides
- Sightseeing highlights include:
- Traditional water blessing from local monks
- Killing Fields at Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
- Phnom Penh morning tour on a remork (Tuk-Tuk)
- A leisurely walk through the grounds of the Royal Palace
- Enjoy honey tea and fruit with a local family in My An Hung
- See the local industries in Gieng Island
- Enjoy being rowed along lovely canals of the Mekong Delta
- 2-night, 5-star stay at the Borei Angkor Resort & Spa*** with breakfast
When
This itinerary departs Australia* on 5 December 2026.
Cabin upgrades
Featured prices are based on a Superior Suite. Upgrades start from $700 per person for a Signature Suite. To find out more, see our partner’s website.
Holiday snapshot
Australia – Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Cai Be – My An Hung – Phnom Penh – Opopel Village – Kampong Cham – Siem Reap – Australia
Itinerary highlights
Your journey begins in Ho Chi Minh City, where colonial architecture blends with modern Vietnam. Spend two nights exploring its vibrant streets, such as the aromatic alleys of Ben Thanh Market. Tour the Củ Chi Tunnels, gaining insight into the resilience and resourcefulness of the soldiers.
From here, embark on your seven-night all-inclusive cruise aboard the Mekong Navigator, an elegant, boutique vessel made to meander the Mekong River’s gentle waters. Enjoy the private and intimate experience with only 34 indulgent suites onboard.
Visit the historic home of Mr Huynh Thuy Le, immortalised in The Lover in lively Sa Dec. You’ll visit the local markets and experiences the vibrant fresh produce for sale.
Explore My An Hung where you’ll discover farming and fishing communities where traditional ways of life remain important. Interact with villagers and enjoy fresh coconut. Delight in a VOVINAM Vietnam Martial Arts performed by the teenagers of the village. Tour Cu Lao Gieng, known as “The Mango Island”. You’ll visit a boat-building yard, a Vietnamese ancient house, an incense making workshop, and a Catholic church.
Sail towards Phnom Penh, and discover the the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Delight in a wander through the gardens of the Royal Palace. At Main Pagoda you’ll receive a traditional water blessing from the local monks. Visit a local family in the charming rural village of Opopel.
Your adventure concludes in Siem Reap, gateway to the magnificent temples of Angkor. Explore the Old Market and Night Market. Sample traditional Khmer cuisine and street food.