River Cruises from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap
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10 best River cruises from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap
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From the Mekong Delta to Siem Reap (port-to-port cruise) (11 destinations)
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From Ho Chi Minh City's Ba Thien Hau Pagoda and Cu Chi tunnels, the route continues through My Tho and Chau Doc to Siem Reap. This 2,700-mile voyage aboard vessels like RV Indochine II offers colonial-style comfort and expert guides throughout.
Duration 9 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Vinh Long, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Koh Chen, Kampong Tralach, Tonle Sap LakeSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
- NZ$3,935
A 12-day route from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap aboard RV Apsara takes in Mekong Delta's floating markets and Phnom Penh's Royal Palace, concluding at UNESCO-listed Angkor Wat. Guests stay at Le Meridien Saigon and Shinta Mani Angkor.
Duration 12 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Koh Chen, Kampong Cham, Siem Reap Age Range Ages 8+ Operator APT From
- NZ$6,300+$799 upfront costs
Duration 8 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, My An Hung, Cu Lao Gieng, Tan Chau, Phnom Penh, Kampong Cham, Siem Reap Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Lotus Cruises From
- NZ$7,570
An 8-day sailing from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap aboard RV Apsara showcases Cai Be's historic church, Sa Dec's markets, and Phnom Penh's Royal Palace. Traditional village life in Angkor Ban precedes the final stop in temple-rich Siem Reap.
Duration 8 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Mekong Delta, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Koh Chen, Angkor BanSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Travel Marvel From
- NZ$4,213+$666 upfront costs
A 7-night sailing aboard Avalon Saigon takes you from Ho Chi Minh City through Vietnam's Mekong Delta to Cambodia. The route includes Vinh Long's traditional workshops and Phnom Penh's Silver Pagoda, finishing in Siem Reap near the ancient Angkor Wat temple complex.
Duration 13 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, Vinh Long, Cu Lao Gieng, Chau Doc, Long Khanh, Phnom Penh, Hanchey, Angkor Ban, Kampong Tralach, Siem Reap Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Avalon Waterways From
- NZ$12,819+$242 upfront costs
Duration 11 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Koh Chen, Angkor Ban, HancheySee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operator APT From
- NZ$7,432+$777 upfront costs
Setting out from Ho Chi Minh City's District 1, this 9-night cruise aboard Emerald Harmony navigates the Mekong Delta. The route passes through Sa Dec's markets and My An Hung's pepper farms, culminating at Siem Reap's UNESCO-listed Angkor temples with stays at the boutique Shinta Mani.
Duration 15 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi, Mekong Delta, Ben Tre, Sa Dec, My An Hung, Tan Chau, Phnom Penh, Koh Oknha Tei, Angkor BanSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $17,077
43% Off- NZ$9,683You save $7,395
Duration 12 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Koh Chen, Koh Oknha Tei, Angkor BanSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Travel Marvel From
43% Off- NZ$5,523+$799 upfront costs
The voyage starts at Ho Chi Minh City's Sofitel Saigon Plaza, taking guests to Siem Reap across 8 days. The route winds through My Tho Port, Sa Dec's markets, and Cambodia's Silk Island aboard AmaDara, ending at Sofitel Angkor hotel with transfers included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Mekong Delta, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Kampong Tralach, Silk IslandSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Operator AmaWaterways From
43% Off- NZ$4,709+$471 upfront costs
Your journey opens in Ho Chi Minh City with Cu Chi tunnels and Cholon market visits, followed by stops in My Tho and Chau Doc. This 9-day, 2,700-mile expedition aboard RV Indochine ships visits 10 cities across Vietnam and Cambodia, concluding at Siem Reap's Tonle Sap Lake.
Duration 9 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Koh Chen, Kampong Tralach, Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
43% Off- NZ$3,397
What our customers ask about River Cruises from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap
What are the main destinations visited between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap?
Your journey along the Mekong Delta takes you through vibrant local spots and historic sites. You'll explore the lively floating markets in Cai Be and visit Sa Dec, a charming colonial town known from the novel "The Lover" by Marguerite Duras. The route includes stops at the border town of Tan Chau, then continues to Phnom Penh where you can visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. You'll also get to know rural life in traditional villages like Angkor Ban and Kampong Cham. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The stops at local villages and markets provided authentic cultural experiences that felt untouched by tourism."
How do you travel between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap?
Most of your journey takes place on comfortable river ships like the RV Indochine, RV Apsara, or Emerald Harmony as you cruise the Mekong River. When you visit local spots, you'll switch to smaller boats called sampans to explore floating markets, hop on tuk-tuks to get around Phnom Penh, and take buses for some land transfers. TourRadar travelers often mention that the cruise ships offer "comfort and colonial-style charm" while giving you an up-close look at life along the Mekong.
What unique cultural experiences are included in these tours?
You'll get to know local life through village visits, temple stops, and market tours. The journey includes exploring the Cu Chi Tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City, watching silk weavers at work in villages like Tan Chau, receiving special blessings from Buddhist monks in Oudong, and seeing traditional Apsara dancers perform in Phnom Penh. As one TourRadar traveler put it, these experiences offered "deep insights into the local way of life and traditions."
What kind of food will I eat during the trip?
You'll get to try lots of Vietnamese and Cambodian dishes, with most meals included on your cruise ship. The food experiences range from tasting tropical fruits at Mekong Delta orchards to enjoying fresh seafood in Chau Doc and trying local specialties at Phnom Penh's markets. The ships serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner with both local dishes and familiar Western options. One TourRadar traveler mentioned that the "refined local cuisine offers a perfect introduction to the region's flavors."
How long are the river cruise tours from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap?
Most trips last 8-10 days, with about 7-9 nights spent cruising the Mekong River. Scenic Luxury Cruises runs a 10-day trip on their Scenic Spirit ship, while AmaWaterways offers an 8-day journey on the AmaDara. TourRadar travelers like the trip timing, with one saying "the cruise was excellent" with enough time to see important places like Phnom Penh, Sa Dec, and Angkor Ban while enjoying the river views.
How much do Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap river cruise tours cost?
Tour prices start at 2,184 USD and can go up to 12,990 USD per person, working out to about 243-1,299 USD per day. The price depends on how fancy you want to go. For example, Scenic Luxury Cruises' 10-day trip includes personal butler service and stays at nice hotels like the Caravelle Hotel Saigon. CroisiEurope follows similar routes but offers more moderate prices with different levels of accommodation.