Why is this so expensive?

Avalon is a premium cruise operator and offers service that is unparalleled in the market. But not to worry we work with a lot of cruise operators. If you could let us know your budget, we could find an alternative cruise for you that does the Mekong.

From

NZ $16,599 per person

Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong River with Hanoi, Ha Long Bay & Bangkok (Southbound) 2025

19 days

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From Hanoi to Bangkok

5.0

4 traveler reviews

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A fully immersive experience to the cultures along the southern Mekong. Ankgor was amazing.
Lenoard, traveled in August
5.0
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Plan your adventure:

Gold Operator: Avalon Waterways
River Cruise: Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
Ages 8+

Places You’ll See

Hanoi
Ho Chi Minh City
Siem Reap
Phnom Penh
Kampong Tralach
Chau Doc
Vinh Long
Bangkok

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Highlights

Explore historic sites and temples in Hanoi
Cruise through the stunning Ha Long Bay
Witness traditional Apsara dance in Siem Reap
Visit ancient Angkor temples and local villages
Enjoy a scenic river cruise to Phnom Penh

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 HANOI, VIETNAM
Day 2 HANOI
Day 3 HANOI–HA LONG BAY
Day 4 HA LONG BAY–HANOI–SIEM REAP
Day 5 SIEM REAP
Day 6 SIEM REAP
Day 7 SIEM REAP–PHNOM PENH (EMBARKATION)
Day 8 WAT HANCHEY–ANGKOR BAN
Day 9 KAMPONG TRALACH–KONPONG LOUANG–PHNOM PENH
Day 10 PHNOM PENH
Day 11 BORDER CROSSING–CHAU DOC, VIETNAM
Day 12 LONG KHANH A–CU LAO GIENG
Day 13 VINH LONG
Day 14 HO CHI MINH CITY (DISEMBARKATION)
Day 15 HO CHI MINH CITY. EXCURSION TO CU CHI TUNNELS
Day 16 HO CHI MINH CITY–BANGKOK, THAILAND
Day 17 BANGKOK
Day 18 BANGKOK
Day 19 BANGKOK

What's Included

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Additional Services
Transport
Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Operated by

Avalon Waterways

4.6

(233 reviews)

Number of tours

550

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

87%

Introduced in 2003, Avalon Waterways sets the standard in river and...

Sustainability Initiatives

Reduce Carbon Emissions

Animal Welfare

Supporting Destinations

Sustainability Programs

Your Peace of Mind Options

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Avalon Waterways Ship

Avalon Saigon
The all-suite Avalon SaigonSM, our newest Suite Ship® in Asia, was specifically designed to offer the best cruise experience on the M… Read more
Built
2018
Guests
18 - 36
Crew
24
Length
60 m / 197 ft
Staterooms
18
Gross Tonnage
950 gt
Cruising Speed
9 kn / 17 kph / 10 mph
Staterooms / Suites Deck Plans Dining

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
5.0
Itinerary
Excellent
5.0
Guide
Excellent
5.0
Transport
Excellent
4.8
Accommodation
Excellent
5.0
Food
Excellent
5.0
Tour Operator
Avalon Waterways
4.6

Lenoard
· August 22nd, 2019
Excellent, not a day at the beach tour. A...
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Trip date: July 2019
JM
Janetta
· March 30th, 2019
A wonderful fascinating trip. Fellow travellers...
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Trip date: March 2019
Victoria
· December 1st, 2018
Amazing experience with flawless service. Our...
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Trip date: November 2018
Gerry
· October 25th, 2018
Very awesome all the way
Trip date: October 2018

Dates & Availability

19 days

Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong River with Hanoi, Ha Long Bay & Bangkok (Southbound) 2025

From Hanoi to Bangkok

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NZ $16,599 per person
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Internal Airfare
$1,288

What our customers ask about this tour

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Ali
Asked on March 22nd, 2025
Why is this so expensive?
Price / Availability
- Avalon WaterwaysOperator•Written March 2025
  Avalon is a premium cruise operator and offers service that is unparalleled in the market. But not to worry we work with a lot of cruise operators. If you could let us know your budget, we could find an alternative cruise for you that does the Mekong.
- A
  Ali
  Traveler•Written March 2025
  I was thinking like $6,000 US for two persons, one cabin with a queen bed.

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 254082

Currencies
៛
Riel
Cambodia
฿
Baht
Thailand
₫
Dong
Vietnam
Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for type G.
Type G
Vietnam
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Cambodia and Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before November 21st, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after November 21st, 2025, a minimum payment of $750 is required to confirm your booking with Avalon Waterways. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- The following cards are accepted for "Avalon Waterways" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
Cancellation Policy
- TourRadar can request Avalon Waterways to hold spaces for you for up to 48 hours without any credit card details.
- TourRadar is an authorized Agent of Avalon Waterways. Please familiarize yourself with the Avalon Waterways payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
Accessibility
Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
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