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Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong CruiseTour -January 14-26, 2027

Jan 14 - 26, 2027

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Kerri Kirshner

Extra Mile Travels

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kerri@extramiletravels.com

(206) 476-7467

Overview


The Emerald Harmony isn't just a cruise—it's your exclusive, front-row seat to the vibrant heart of Southeast Asia. This custom-built Star-Ship offers an intimate, boutique-hotel experience with a phenomenal staff-to-guest ratio, ensuring world-class service as you sail in your elegant stateroom or suite.

Gliding gracefully along the legendary Mekong River, this stylish vessel redefines river cruising with modern comfort, lush scenery, and immersive local experiences. Unlike most ships, the 84-passenger Emerald Harmony is specifically designed to dock right in the center of vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, plunging you straight into the action without tedious transfers. With gourmet cuisine, complimentary beer and wine with lunch and dinner, and curated excursions that connect you to the soul of Vietnam and Cambodia, every moment ignites curiosity and pure adventure.

Forget the ordinary; this is the definitive, all-inclusive, stylish journey. We know from our 100% success rate and exuberant passengers in 2023 that this is truly one of the best options and the best value for the Mekong. Reserve your spot now for this unforgettable CruiseTour—almost all meals and drinks are included, so your credit card will be taking a vacation, too!

Experience an unforgettable voyage of discovery with shore excursions,

EmeraldPLUS cultural experiences, and the EmeraldACTIVE program all included.

8 EmeraldPLUS Highlights: Unforgettable Specialty Excursions created just for Emerald guests

12 excursions, including visits to several UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites

13 optional excursions, available at an additional cost

7 nights on board the luxurious Emerald Harmony

Deluxe hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage included

31 meals: 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 9 dinners

Complimentary international and local wine, beer & soft drinks to accompany lunch & dinner while on board Emerald Harmony

Complimentary tea & coffee on board

Complimentary water provided on board and during excursions

A variety of on board evening entertainment

Complimentary Wi-Fi on board

FREE self-service laundry

First-class service from an English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides

All port charges and taxes

All tips included

Trip Details


Discover the luxury suites (click to expand the selection)

Jan 14 - 26, 2027 · Check in: 3:00PM UTC

5 room options

Photos of the Ship and Food (click to expand selection)

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About Your Cruise Line - Emerald Cruises

Founded in 2013 as Emerald Waterways, Emerald Cruises is an award-winning travel operator specialising in deluxe river cruises and luxury yacht cruising.

Our extensive fleet of Star-Ships are custom-built to sail Europe’s iconic Rhine, Main, Moselle, Danube, Rhȏne, and Douro rivers, as well as the majestic Mekong River in Southeast Asia, with each vessel hosting a range of stylish innovations.

Unwind in your contemporary suite or stateroom, sample the...

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About Your Ship - Emerald Harmony

Introducing our Emerald Harmony Star-Ship.

Specially designed to cruise the Mekong River and dock in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, our superb Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony, features several on board innovations, including a stylish Sun & Pool Deck, Wellness Area and Asian-inspired dining.

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Vietnam E-Visa Info (Each Person Needs One-Apply a week before you leave)

The Vietnamese Immigration Department issues E-visas to foreigners through an online application process. E-visas are issued with a validity period of up to 90 days, one-entry for 25 USD or multiple entries for 50 USD, and payable via bank transfe...

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Day 1 · Thu, Jan 14 · Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam-Arrival and Dinner this Evening


Day 1: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City- Welcome Dinner this evening

Xin Chao and welcome to Ho Chi Minh City! On arrival, you will be met by your Emerald Cruises representative and transferred to your hotel, situated in downtown District 1, for a two-night stay. After checking in, you will be free to explore the c...

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Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel — description and features (included with package)

Jan 14 - 16, 2027

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel — Newly Renovated The Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel has recently completed a full renovation, refreshing public spaces, guest rooms, and dining outlets to a modern, comfortable standard while preserving the ho...

Ho Chi Minh City-Interactive Map

Jan 14

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Day 2 · Fri, Jan 15 · Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi Tunnels


Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi Tunnels

Drive away from Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi Tunnels, watching the city skyline fade into the distance as the road winds through rice paddies, villages and scenes typical to southern Vietnam. Spend a couple of hours walking around Cu Chi’s rugged gr...

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Day 3 · Sat, Jan 16 · Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House, Reunification Palace-Embark on Cruise


Day 3: Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House, Reunification Palace-Embark on Cruise

After checkout, enjoy a guided city tour, visiting the Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House and Town Hall. Then, visit the Reunification Palace before transferring to the port where you will board your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony. You’...

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Day 4 · Sun, Jan 17 · Cho Gao Canal, Tan My Floating Community, Honey Farm, Sa Ðéc


Day 4: Cho Gao Canal, Tan My Floating Community, Honey Farm, Sa Ðéc

This morning, you’ll cruise through the bustling Cho Gao canal, one of the major arterial canals of Vietnam connecting Tien Giang Province in the Mekong Delta with Ho Chi Minh City. You’ll be fascinated watching the heavy commercial traffic naviga...

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Day 5 · Mon, Jan 18 · Sampan ride to Sa Ðéc, visit to the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, My An Hung Island


Day 5: Sampan ride to Sa Ðéc, visit to the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, My An Hung Island

After a short sampan ride to Sa Ðéc, enjoy a walking tour with a visit to the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras’ celebrated novel, L’Amant, and the town’s bustling central market. Return to Emerald Harmony by sampan, then sa...

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Sa Déc-Interactive Map

Jan 18

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My An Hung-Interactive Map

Jan 18

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Day 6 · Tue, Jan 19 · 'Mango Island,’ Cu Lao Gieng by motorcycle rickshaw-Lion Dance Performance after Dinner


Day 6: ‘Mango Island,’ Cu Lao Giêng by motorcycle rickshaw-Lion Dance Performance after Dinner

Known as ‘Mango Island,’ Cu Lao Gieng is a small, scenic island untouched by tourism, located along the upper Mekong River. Travel by local motorcycle rickshaw through the island’s villages to visit families who work in a variety of local industri...

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Giêng Island-Interactive Map

Jan 19

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Long An-Interactive Map

Jan 19

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Day 7 · Wed, Jan 20 · Day 7: Local village/Evergreen Island, Tan Chau, Cao Dai Temple


Day 7: Local village/Evergreen Island, Tân Châu, Cao Dai Temple

Embark on a sampan ride to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village, giving you a glimpse into the lives of the local farming community. Reboard your sampan and return to Tan Chau and as part of our EmeraldPLUS experience, visit the loc...

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Tân Châu - Interactive Map

Jan 20

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Crossing Cambodia Border

Jan 20

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Day 8 · Thu, Jan 21 · Phnom Penh/Choeung Ek & S-21


Day 8: Phnom Penh/Choeung Ek & S-21 and Tuk-Tuk ride this evening

This morning, you’ll awake in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh. Known as the ‘Pearl of Asia,’ the city was almost entirely evacuated by the Khmer Rouge in 1975. Today, you’ll learn about the Khmer Rouge and the darkest days of Cambodia’s history. A ...

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Phnom Penh-Interactive Map

Jan 21

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Day 9 · Fri, Jan 22 · Oudong Monastery and Temples & Buddhist Blessing from Monks


Day 9: Phnom Penh/Oudong Monastery and Temples & Buddhist Blessing from Monks

Located north of Phnom Penh, Oudong was the former royal capital of Cambodia until it relocated to Phnom Penh in 1866. Start your day with a visit to the Oudong Monastery and Temples. Important remnants here include the burial sites of Khmer kings...

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Oudong- Interactive Map

Jan 22

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Rokar Koang - Interactive Map

Jan 22

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Day 10 · Sat, Jan 23 · Disembarkation and travel to Siem Reap & Phare in the Evening


Day 10: Disembarkation and travel to Siem Reap & Phare in the Evening

Disembark Emerald Harmony in the morning and continue by road to Siem Reap for your included three-night stay. Stay at the beautiful Shinta Mani, a deluxe boutique property of world-class design that takes great care in honouring the environment a...

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Siem Reap Hotel Photos

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Rokar Koang - Interactive Map

Jan 23

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Siem Reap - Interactive Map (Gateway to Angkor Wat)

Jan 23

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Stay at Shinta Mani Angkor Hotel (Included with package)

Jan 23 - 26, 2027

Location This upscale boutique property enjoys a tranquil and leafy setting within the township of Siem Reap - just a 15 minute remork ride from the magnificent temples of Angkor Wat. Guests will enjoy this peaceful oasis which is within walking d...

Day 11 · Sun, Jan 24 · Siem Reap/ Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm


Day 11: Siem Reap/ Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm

Today, start with a visit to Angkor Thom, not a single temple such as the historic sites it neighbors, but rather one of the most remarkable royal cities of the Angkor Period and an architectural wonder. As the last capital of the Khmer Empire, it...

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Day 12 · Mon, Jan 25 · Sunrise at Angkor Wat and Farewell Dinner with Apsara Dance Performance


Day 12: Sunrise at Angkor Wat and Farewell Dinner with Apsara Dance Performance

Witness a mesmerising sunrise over Angkor Wat. Afterwards, walk through this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, renowned for its intricate carvings. This afternoon, enjoy time at leisure to explore the town, or join a DiscoverMORE excu...

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Day 13 · Tue, Jan 26 · Siem Reap, Cambodia


Day 13: Departure from Siem Reap/Airport Transfer included

After breakfast this morning, you will be transferred to the Siem Reap airport to catch your onward or homebound flight. Rivers and waterways are subject to variations in water levels. While every effort is made to adhere to the planned itinerary,...

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Optional

Annual Insurance Plan-Medical/Trip Delay Basic $109/Year

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Annual Insurance Plan-Up to $2,500 Coverage $229/Year

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Annual Travel Insurance Plan-Up to $4,000 Coverage $359/Year