5-Days Cruise from Ho Chi Minh to Phnom Penh | Victoria Mekong Cruises

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – Cai Be – Can Tho – Long Xuyen Embark on your Mekong River adventure as you depart Ho Chi Minh City for Can Tho. Along the way, savour lunch in the picturesque town of Cai Be at Le Longanier Restaurant. In the afternoon, board the Victoria Mekong Cruise, sail toward Long Xuyen, and immerse yourself in a traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music performance. As the day transforms into night, relish a welcome dinner onboard while enjoying the evening’s entertainment.

Day 2: Long Xuyen – Tiger Island – Vam Nao Begin your day with a visit to the authentic Long Xuyen Floating Market and the An Giang Museum, offering insights into the diverse cultures of the region. After lunch, the ship sets sail to anchor near Tiger Island, where you can explore the island’s cottage industries and visit “Mr. Tiger’s Temple.” The day culminates with a cocktail competition and evening entertainment en route to Vam Nao for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Vam Nao – Tan Chau Awake in Phu Tan, the capital of An Giang in the Mekong Delta, and enjoy a leisurely breakfast. Tender ashore to explore a craft village known for handcrafting Ca Rang clay stoves. These unique stoves have served the southern Vietnamese for centuries, designed to block the wind and retain heat. After lunch onboard, venture to Tan Chau by local rickshaw to explore the local market and colourful temple. Your day ends with a traditional Vietnamese lion dance, followed by dinner and entertainment in Tan Chau.

Day 4: Tan Chau – Phnom Penh (110km, 8hrs cruising) Rise early to admire the scenery from the Sky deck as your ship cruises toward the Vietnam-Cambodia border. After a relaxing breakfast, you can choose from various onboard activities or simply enjoy the beautiful scenery as you cross the border and head toward Phnom Penh. Your arrival in the charming capital city is anticipated in the late afternoon. Enjoy an engaging pre-dinner lecture about Cambodia and learn some basic Khmer phrases before your overnight stay in Phnom Penh.

Day 5: Phnom Penh Savour breakfast on the terrace of the Claypot Restaurant and take in the view from the pool or your private balcony. Your journey concludes with disembarkation at 09:00 AM, marking the end of your Victoria Mekong Cruise.