A river voyage through the Mekong delta is the ideal way to immerse yourself in authentic experiences and make memories to last a lifetime. Especially, the return of Aqua Mekong Expedition Cruise turns this voyage to become one of the most recommended luxury cruise tours for the year 2023.
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1. An extraordinary odyssey on the finest of river cruise ships with Aqua Mekong
To fully explore the life and culture of the Mekong Delta, an Aqua Mekong Expedition Cruise is a worthwhile experience for high-end travellers. At Aqua Expeditions, our fleet of luxury cruise ships elevates a five-star experience with modern design, a 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, and dining menus by award-winning Consulting Chef David Thompson, who incorporates the Mekong’s culinary traditions with locally -sourced ingredients to create indigenous-inspired dishes. A heartfelt personal service that caters to every guest’s needs and desires. Travellers can enjoy a five-star all-inclusive voyage on Aqua Mekong voyages are all-inclusive. All you need to feel truly at home on the Mekong are taken care of, so you can fully enjoy every moment from beginning to end.
2. What are the highlights of the journey?
+ The discovery of the ancient treasure
The travellers also have the opportunity to discover from Colonial French style in SaDec(Vietnam), ancient pagodas in Chau Doc (Vietnam) the lost treasure of the ancient heritage of Cambodia such as the Angkor Wonder, an ancient lost city of Angkor which rose like a zenith out of the Cambodian jungle, Udong the royal capital of Cambodia for more than 250 years, Phnom Oudong (Hill of the Victorious) and Phnom Preah Reach Throp (Hill of the Royal Fortune), the city was the location of many royal coronations.
Siem Reap, Cambodia
+ Exploring the true local Mekong Delta
Travellers on board will explore the Mekong delta through landmarks, temples, and villages where tradition, spirituality, floating markets, and craftsmanship reside. Besides, they also embark on an inspiring journey of local flavors with a dining experience crafted by Michelin-starred consulting chef David Thompson. All food and drinks on the cruise are created based on the cultural identity of the Mekong Delta, so they have a unique flavor that cannot be found anywhere else! Cruising combines cycling and kayaking, so travellers can get to experience a slice of authentic Mekong life and culture in different ways.
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+ The touch of the nature
Not only that, but on the trip, you can enjoy the fresh air with the chirping of more than 70 native bird species in the Tra Su flooded forest, which is a flooded forest that features the typical ecosystem of the Mekong Delta. You can wake up at dawn for an excursion to the fragile wetlands of the Tonle Sap Lake, home to the 22,000-hectare Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary. It is a wonderful opportunity for contemplation as you wind your way along the peaceful hyacinth-clogged waterways.
3. How many options can the travellers get?
The travellers may plan ahead with our 3-, 4- and 7-night itineraries aboard the Aqua Mekong. Here are two popular options for cruising between Vietnam and Cambodia
Option 1: Aqua Mekong Discovery Cruise 4 days from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh city
Our 3-night Mekong Discovery Cruise offers travelers with limited time a richly rewarding adventure, either heading upriver in Cambodia by exploring the Tonle Sap River, or downriver between Phnom Penh (PNH), the eye-opening capital of Cambodia and Ho Chi Minh (SGN) in bustling Vietnam.
Start the day with a guided meditation on a sundeck overlooking the emerald greenery around the river, then travel in luxury amidst captivating landscapes along the Mekong River, from the Silver Pagoda and Art Deco of the Cambodian capital to the fascinating, modern Vietnam. Sail into the agrarian heartlands of the Khmer and Vietnamese people, little touched by the modern world, making indelible memories as you cycle and kayak far, far off the beaten path.
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Option 2: Aqua Mekong Expedition Cruise 8 days from Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap
If the travellers can expand their time and budget for planning the trip to Vietnam and Cambodia. Here is the suitable option for them. Joining our full 7-night Mekong Expedition Cruise allows us to share with you all the mysteries and wonders we have discovered between the Mekong River, Tonle Sap Lake, and the diverse cultures thriving in our midst.
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Important notes: During low water season, cruise vessels are not able to travel up to the Tonle Sap Lake due to the water level. Airplane transfers via Cambodian Angkor Air are included in your cruise fare in order to continue your Cambodian adventure with us to Siem Reap and its ancient lost city of Angkor Wat. Requests for flight changes and/or upgrades are not available. Please kindly inform our Reservations team should you choose to remain in Phnom Penh after disembarkation.
4. When is the best time to start the journey?
Unlike the usual summer or winter, the Mekong River has two distinct seasons: low water from August to November and high water from December to August. Sailing aboard a river cruise ship on the Mekong, travelers also find that there’s always something fascinating to experience throughout the year.
+ During high – the water season on the Mekong, from mid-August to November, the Tonle Sap lake becomes accessible to river cruise ships because the Tonle Sap river connects the lake to the Mekong swells. Guests who travel during this period can visit floating villages and the Prek Toal Bird Reserve. Ships can also dock on the shores of the lake, just 45 minutes away from Siem Reap.
+ Otherwise, the low-water season on the Mekong from December to mid-August sees a lower water level in the Mekong and reduced flows. The Tonle Sap lake is inaccessible from the Mekong via the Tonle Sap river during this period, making the lake inaccessible to river cruise ships. That said, this period is also an opportunity to see a quieter side of local life on the Tonle Sap lake. During the low water season, the cruise can dock only at Phnom Penh in Cambodia (other than Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam) and let travellers take a quick 45 – minute flight from the Capital to Siem Reap if they wish, compared to a back-breaking six-hour bus ride on an uneven country road.
5. Best price Guaranteed for all travel partners
The price will start from 4.350 USD/per person for the journey of 4 days from Vietnam to Cambodia. Children under 12 years old will receive a 20% discount. This price will be different in the high season and off-season. We are offering a very special promotion for all travel partners from now until August 2023. You may send us your enquiries via email at [email protected].
Want to book or tailor-made the luxury cruise to Vietnam and Cambodia?
Lux Travel DMC specializes in customizing luxury tours in Southeast Asia. If you want to tailor the luxury cruise to Vietnam and Cambodia to your interest, you may send your inquiries to our Lux Travel team at [email protected]. The Lux Travel DMC team will be available for sending you the response within 24 hours
