Avalon Waterways - Mekong River Cruise

Apr 2 - 20, 2027

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Overview

On this unique and inspiring Southeast Asia river cruise through Cambodia and Vietnam, you’ll be immersed in the cultures and ancient traditions as you sightsee and spend time with locals in the most fascinating places along the mighty Mekong River.Your adventure begins in fascinating Siem Reap, Cambodia, where you’ll get up close to the phenomenal Temples of Angkor with an intricacy and architectural grandeur unmatched in the world. Visit famous Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and the splendid Bayon temple featuring some 200 mysterious faces carved in its many towers. Enjoy an inspiring Aspara dance performance and tour the other gems of the city before embarking on your 7-night river cruise.In the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, tour the National Museum and Royal Palace with its striking Silver Pagoda. On a hilltop at the site of the 8th-century temple of Wat Hanchey, take in the stunning views before walking through the rural village of Angkor Ban to visit with welcoming schoolchildren. Continue your cruise into Vietnam and visit a vibrant market, the home of a local family making handcrafted sampans, and a workshop to learn how rice wine and traditional candies are made.This memorable Southeast Asia river cruise vacation concludes in the bustling Ho Chi Minh City which combines historic architecture with modern skyscrapers. See the famous landmarks and try your hand in the kitchen—Vietnamese-style, with a cooking class. Go back in time with an excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels where you’ll have an opportunity to walk through a section of the immense underground tunnel system used extensively during the Vietnam War.

Package Selections

Hanoi to Bangkok (Package 1 - 18 Nights)

Apr 2 - 20, 2027

2 room options · Starting at $14,108

Begin your journey in Hanoi, Vietnam's captivating capital, where ancient traditions blend with French colonial charm—explore the Old Quarter, Temple of Literature, and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum before traveling to Ha Long Bay's stunning limestone isl...

Overview

Package Selections

Hanoi to Bangkok (Package 1 - 18 Nights)

Siem Reap to Bangkok (Package 2 - 15 Nights)

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City River Cruise (Package 3 - 7 Nights)

Extend Your Journey

Day 1 · Fri, Apr 2 · Hanoi, Vietnam (Package 1)

Hanoi - Welcome to Vietnam!

Day 2 · Sat, Apr 3 · Hanoi, Vietnam (Package 1)

Historic Hanoi

Day 3 · Sun, Apr 4 · Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam (Package 1)

Hanoi to Ha Long Bay: Tunnels, Caves, and Islands

Day 4 · Mon, Apr 5 · Siem Reap, Cambodia (Package 1)

Siem Reap, Cambodia - Temples & Traditions

Day 5 · Tue, Apr 6 · Siem Reap, Cambodia (Package 1 & 2)

Siem Reap - Tranquil Temples and Joyful Dances

Day 6 · Wed, Apr 7 · Siem Reap, Cambodia (Package 1 & 2)

Siem Reap - Root-Covered Ruins and Native Noodles

Day 7 · Thu, Apr 8 · Siem Reap, Cambodia (Cruise)

Siem Reap to Phnom Penh: From Ancient Temples to the Mighty Mekong (Package 1 & 2)

Phnom Penh - Where Your Mekong Journey Begins

About Your Cruise Line - Avalon Waterways

About Your Ship - Avalon Saigon

Day 8 · Fri, Apr 9 · Angkor Ban, Cambodia (Cruise)

Wat Hanchey to Angkor Ban - Water Blessings and Back-to-School Adventures

Day 9 · Sat, Apr 10 · Phnom Penh, Cambodia (Cruise)

Kampong Tralach to Phnom Penh - Calm in the Cambodian Countryside

Day 10 · Sun, Apr 11 · Phnom Penh, Cambodia (Cruise)

Phnom Penh - The Royal Treatment

Day 11 · Mon, Apr 12 · Châu Đốc, Vietnam (Cruise)

Border Crossing to Châu Đốc - Good Morning, Vietnam!

Day 12 · Tue, Apr 13 · Long Khánh, Vietnam (Cruise)

Long Khánh to Cu Lao Gieng - Cotton Weaving, Conical Hats, and Handcrafted Sampans

Day 13 · Wed, Apr 14 · Vinh Long, Vietnam (Cruise)

Vinh Long - Sweets and Rice Treats