Mekong Cruises from Ho Chi Minh City
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10 best Mekong river cruises from Ho Chi Minh City
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- From the Mekong Delta to the Angkor Temples (port-to-port cruise) (from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap)
- The Mekong in a different way - Between adventure and must-seesites (13 destinations)
The Toum Tiou 2 sails a 9-day route from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap. The cruise winds through Chao Gao canal into Saigon, stops at Cambodian ports including Phnom Penh and Kampong Chhnang. A final transfer connects Lotus Blanc Hotel to Koh Chen port, spanning key Mekong segments across Vietnam and Cambodia.
Duration 9 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Kampong Tralach, Koh Chen, Siem Reap Age Range All Ages Welcome River Mekong Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
- NZ$3,395
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+ River Mekong Operator Lotus Cruises From
- NZ$7,838
Duration 8 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Mui Ne Age Range All Ages Welcome River Mekong Operator On The Go Tours From
- NZ$1,475
Duration 8 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, Vinh Long, Cu Lao Gieng, Chau Doc, Long Khanh, Phnom Penh, Hanchey, Angkor Ban, Kampong Tralach Age Range Ages 8+ Ship Avalon Saigon River Mekong Operator Avalon Waterways From
- NZ$9,893
Duration 13 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 8+ River Mekong Operator APT From
- NZ$9,245+$1,050 upfront costs
Duration 8 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Koh Chen, Angkor Ban, Koh PenSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ River Mekong Operator Travel Marvel From
- NZ$3,595+$700 upfront costs
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+ River Mekong Operator Travel Marvel From
- NZ$5,845+$850 upfront costs
From Saigon Port, the route follows Cho Gao Canal to Ben Tre, Sa Dec and My An Hung villages. The ship heads north via Gieng Island and Tan Chau before entering Cambodia. Phnom Penh marks the end after visiting Oudong Monastery and Prek K'Dam.
Duration 8 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Ben Tre, Sa Dec, My An Hung, Tan Chau, Oudong, Phnom Penh Age Range Ages 12+ River Mekong Operator Emerald Cruises From $16,358
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From the Mekong Delta to the Angkor Temples (port-to-port cruise) (from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great experience will recommend.”
William, traveled in September
From Liberty Central Riverside Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, this 11-day Mekong cruise spans Cu Chi tunnels and Cho Gao canal. The route winds through Vietnam's Vinh Long and Sa Dec before reaching Cambodia's Phnom Penh, culminating at Siem Reap's Angkor temples.
Duration 11 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Vinh Long, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Koh Chen, Kampong Tralach, Kampong ChhnangSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Ships RV IndochineRV Indochine II RV Lan Diep River Mekong Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From $9,443
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The voyage starts at Ho Chi Minh City's Liberty Riverside Hotel, following Chao Gao canal to My Tho. The route continues via Cai Be, Sa Dec, and Chau Doc before entering Cambodia. The ship crosses Tonle Sap Lake to reach Siem Reap, covering 350 miles across Vietnam and Cambodia.
Duration 9 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Thoi Son Island, Mekong Delta, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Chau Doc, Vinh Xuong, Phnom Penh, Koh ChenSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome River Mekong Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
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What our customers ask about Mekong Cruises from Ho Chi Minh City
What is the typical duration of Mekong River cruises starting from Ho Chi Minh City?
Mekong River cruises from Ho Chi Minh City typically span 8 to 15 days with 8-day journeys being the most common choice. The experience starts at Saigon Port where vessels like the Emerald Harmony begin their journey down the Saigon River toward Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta. Before boarding guests often stay at upscale accommodations such as the Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers blending urban exploration with river adventures. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The perfect mix of relaxation and cultural immersion with each day bringing new discoveries along the river."
What are the main highlights to explore on the first day in Ho Chi Minh City?
Day one takes visitors through key sites including the Reunification Palace Notre Dame Cathedral Central Post Office and the vibrant Cholon district home to the Ba Thien Hau Pagoda. Tours start with lunch at hotels like Liberty Central Riverside or Sofitel Saigon Plaza. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The initial city tour gave us a great overview of Ho Chi Minh City's French colonial history and modern energy."
Where are the common embarkation points within Ho Chi Minh City?
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City serves as the starting point with pickup locations at prominent hotels like Le Meridien Saigon and Caravelle Hotel Saigon in District 1. Passengers then travel to My Tho Port roughly 70km away where vessels such as the Scenic Spirit and RV Apsara dock. According to TourRadar travelers: "The transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho port was smooth and well-organized making the start of our journey stress-free."
What's the best time of year to start a Mekong tour from Ho Chi Minh City?
October through January offers the most favorable conditions for Mekong tours with dry weather and mild temperatures. November December and January see the highest number of departures creating ideal conditions for exploring sites like the Tan My Floating community and Ben Tre's waterways. As one TourRadar traveler commented: "Traveling in December provided perfect weather conditions for both the city exploration and river cruise portions of our journey."
What unique cultural experiences are offered on Ho Chi Minh City Mekong tours?
The itineraries feature hands-on experiences at traditional candy workshops in Cai Be visits to floating markets rice paper making demonstrations and Apsara dance shows in Phnom Penh. Accommodations range from city stays at Liberty Central Riverside to river journeys aboard vessels like the RV Indochine II. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The local cultural activities and interactions with villagers along the Mekong were the highlight of our journey."
How long is the transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to the first cruise stop?
Travelers spend 2 hours traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho port followed by a 4-hour cruise to reach Cai Be the first overnight destination. Ships such as the Scenic Spirit and RV Apsara travel through the Cho Gao canal before anchoring. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The transition from city to river life was fascinating watching the urban landscape gradually transform into the peaceful Mekong Delta."