RV Mekong Navigator Cruise

After breakfast on board, Tuk Tuk drivers meet you at the pier for an exciting morning tour of the city's most iconic landmarks. 
The tour transports you along the riverfront to the Royal Palace complex, the official residence of the King of Cambodia. 
After strolling through the grounds to view the Throne Hall and Moonlight Pavilion, you will visit the world-renowned Silver Pagoda. This sacred site is home to the Emerald Buddha and a Maitreya Buddha encrusted with 9,000 diamonds. 
Your Tuk Tuk then takes you to the open-air National Museum, which houses the world's largest collection of Khmer art, ceramics, and Angkorian artifacts. 
The afternoon remains free for passengers to enjoy the capital at their own pace.

The morning begins with a visit to Wat Roka Kaong, a temple complex dating back to 1840. Travelers will explore the Emerald Wat (Wat KeoMoni Chort) and see the two 53-meter tall Golden Buddhist Columns. 
Upon entering the colorful Main Pagoda, you will receive a traditional water blessing from local monks. 
In the afternoon, the vessel reaches the charming village of Opopel, where you can witness the timeless rhythm of rural Cambodian life. The excursion includes visiting a local family home and a village school to meet children in their classroom. 
After a brief stop at a local monastery, you will return to the ship for a Farewell Reception on the Sun Deck, followed by a grand Cambodian Farewell Dinner in the Le Marché Dining Room.

Following a final breakfast on board, you will say goodbye to the crew and disembark in Kampong Cham. Our team manages the transfer to Siem Reap, providing a comfortable journey through the countryside. 
The transfer includes a curated lunch stop at a local restaurant, with an arrival in the gateway to Angkor Wat in the afternoon. 
This luxury expedition concludes as travelers prepare for their next adventure in the heart of the ancient Khmer Empire.

This morning in Cai Be, travelers board traditional rowing boats steered by locals in conical hats to explore the lovely delta canals. The sampan then cruises a tapestry of waterways to a cottage factory where industrious artisans produce rice paper, rice wine, and popped rice. 
You will have the opportunity to browse unique souvenirs and oil paintings before navigating the narrow canals of Cau Xeo to photograph rice barges and traditional palm-thatched cottages. After an elegant buffet lunch on board, the ship reaches Sa Dec. 
The afternoon excursion includes a visit to the historic home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le (the inspiration for Marguerite Duras' novel The Lover) and the Kien An Cung Chinese Temple. 
The day concludes with an immersive walk through the town’s vibrant market, offering wonderful photo opportunities of local life.

The morning begins with a short sampan journey to My An Hung, a typical evergreen farming village. 
Guests will walk through the verdant paths, interact with villagers, and enjoy fresh coconut in a local garden. A local family will host you for honey tea and fruit during a traditional “Don Ca Tai Tu” folk music performance, followed by an impressive Vovinam martial arts display by village teenagers. 
In the afternoon, your sampans navigate to Long Khanh A Island near the border. You will observe the weaving process of traditional Khmer scarves and meet local embroidery artists. 
Our group will walk around this evergreen island to visit the home of a local War Veteran and enjoy the warm hospitality of the islanders.

The vessel sails upstream all morning, allowing you to enjoy a leisurely cruise and take in the panoramic sights along the river. 
Onboard cultural activities are curated to enrich your journey, including an introduction to tropical fruits with a tasting session, a Vietnamese spring roll-making demonstration, and a presentation on traditional Cambodian costumes. 
As the ship reaches Phnom Penh in the late afternoon, the Captain hosts a special cocktail and champagne sabering ceremony on the Sun Deck before a gourmet dinner is served.

Following a final breakfast on board, you will say goodbye to the crew as the ship concludes its voyage. 
Guests are invited to check out and disembark in the heart of Phnom Penh, Cambodia. This luxury boutique cruise ends as travelers continue their journey, having experienced the profound cultural heritage and serene beauty of the Mekong Delta.

The RV Mekong Navigator departs Phnom Penh this morning to sail downstream toward the Cambodia-Vietnam border. Travelers can enjoy a leisurely cruise and take in the panoramic sights along the Mekong River from the comfort of the Observation Sun Deck. 
Our crew has planned several cultural activities on board, including an introduction to tropical fruits with a tasting session, a Vietnamese spring roll-making demonstration, and an educational presentation on traditional Cambodian costumes.
In the evening, the Captain hosts a celebratory cocktail and champagne sabering ceremony before dinner.

This morning, traditional sampans take you to the local island village of Hong Ngu (Long Khanh A). You will have the opportunity to observe the intricate weaving process of traditional Khmer scarves, a craft passed down through generations. 
Guests can also meet local embroidery artists and enjoy a walk around the beautiful evergreen island, including a visit to the home of a local war veteran. 
After lunch on board, the journey continues to My An Hung village. You will walk through the verdant farming village, interact with locals, and enjoy fresh coconut in a private garden. A local family will invite you for honey tea and fruit while enjoying “Don Ca Tai Tu” folk music, followed by a Vovinam martial arts display by village teenagers.

Upon arrival in Sa Dec, you board sampans for a scenic navigation of narrow canals to reach the historic town center. The tour includes the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le (the inspiration for The Lover) and the Kien An Cung Chinese Temple. 
After a sensory walk through the town’s market, the ship sails to Cai Be. Guests board rowing boats steered by locals in conical hats to explore the lovely delta canals. The sampan then visits a cottage factory to see the production of rice paper, rice wine, and popped rice. 
After photographing rice barges and husking mills, you will return to the ship for a Farewell Reception with the entire crew and a grand Vietnamese Farewell Dinner.

Following a final breakfast on board, you will say goodbye to the crew and disembark the RV Mekong Navigator at My Tho Marina. 
Our team manages the comfortable transfer to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam. This luxury boutique cruise concludes as travelers arrive in the city, carrying the memories of a deeply immersive and elegant Mekong River expedition.

The morning starts in Cai Be, where you board traditional rowing boats steered by locals in conical hats to explore the lovely delta canals. The sampan then cruises a tapestry of waterways to a cottage factory where industrious artisans produce rice paper, rice wine, and popped rice. 
Travelers have time to browse postcards, souvenirs, and oil paintings before navigating the narrow canals toward Cau Xeo to photograph rice barges and husking mills. After an elegant buffet lunch on board, the ship sails toward Sa Dec. 
The afternoon excursion includes a visit to the historic home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le (the inspiration for The Lover) and the Kien An Cung Chinese Temple. 
The day concludes with a sensory walk through the town’s market to experience the colorful fresh produce, live fish, and seafood.

This morning, a short sampan journey leads to My An Hung, a typical evergreen farming village. Guests will walk through the verdant paths, interact with villagers, and enjoy fresh coconut in a local garden. 
A local family will host us for honey tea and fruit during a traditional “Don Ca Tai Tu” folk music performance, followed by a Vovinam martial arts display by village teenagers. In the afternoon, the sampans navigate to Long Khanh A Island near the border. You will observe the weaving process of traditional Khmer scarves and meet embroidery artists. 
Our group will walk the island to visit the home of a local War Veteran and enjoy the exceptionally friendly hospitality of this remote community.

The vessel sails upstream all morning, offering a leisurely cruise to take in the sights along the Mekong River. 
Onboard cultural activities include an introduction to tropical fruits with a tasting session, a Vietnamese spring roll-making demonstration, and a presentation on traditional Cambodian costumes. 
As the ship reaches Phnom Penh in the late afternoon, the Captain hosts a special cocktail and champagne sabering ceremony before the evening meal.

The morning focuses on Cambodia's history with a 45-minute drive to the Choeung Ek Killing Fields. Travelers can walk the memorial grounds, visit the stupa, and learn about the Khmer Rouge regime. This is followed by a visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21), a former school turned prison. 
The afternoon is free for independent exploration, shopping, or dining. Our team provides a scheduled shuttle coach to the Central Market for your convenience. 
Before dinner, local children visit the Sun Deck to perform a spectacular Apsara dance and other traditional Khmer folk dances.

After breakfast, Tuk Tuk drivers meet you at the pier for an exciting tour of Phnom Penh’s best sites. You will visit the Royal Palace complex, the official residence of the King, to view the Throne Hall and Moonlight Pavilion. 
The tour continues to the Silver Pagoda, home to the Emerald Buddha and a Maitreya Buddha encrusted with 9,000 diamonds. A short ride away is the National Museum, housing the world’s largest collection of Khmer art and Angkorian artifacts. 
The afternoon is yours to enjoy the city at your own pace before returning to the ship.

The ship visits Wat Roka Kaong, a temple complex dating back to 1840 known as the Emerald Wat (Wat KeoMoni Chort). Guests will explore the Golden Buddhist Columns and receive a traditional water blessing from local monks. 
In the afternoon, you will explore the charming village of Opopel, famous for its stilted houses and Brahmin cows. A visit to a local family’s home and the village school provides a glimpse into the timeless rhythm of Cambodian rural life. 
The evening features a Farewell Reception with the entire crew followed by a Cambodian Farewell Dinner.

Following breakfast, you will say goodbye to the crew and disembark the RV Mekong Navigator. 
Our team manages the transfer from Kampong Cham to Siem Reap. 
The journey includes a curated lunch stop at a local restaurant, arriving in the gateway to Angkor Wat in the late afternoon to conclude your luxury expedition.

This morning, we visit the rural and charming village of Opopel, where you can observe stilted houses and Brahmin cows grazing under banana trees. 
The excursion includes a visit to a local family’s home to discuss their lifestyle and a stop at the village school to join children in their classroom. 
In the afternoon, the vessel reaches Wat Roka Kaong, a temple complex built in 1840. Guests will explore the Emerald Wat (Wat KeoMoni Chort) and see the two 53-meter tall Golden Buddhist Columns. 
Upon entering the colorful Main Pagoda, you will receive a traditional water blessing from the local monks.

The morning is dedicated to learning about the darkest days of Cambodian history. After a 45-minute drive, travelers arrive at the Choeung Ek Killing Fields to visit the memorial stupa and museum. 
Before returning to the ship, you will visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21), the former prison headquarters of the Khmer Rouge. 
The afternoon is yours to enjoy independently in Phnom Penh. Our crew provides a scheduled shuttle coach to the Central Market for shopping, or you may choose to dine at a local restaurant.

After breakfast, Tuk Tuk drivers meet you at the pier for an exciting tour of the city’s best sites. 
The tour explores the Royal Palace complex, including the Throne Hall, Moonlight Pavilion, and the famous Silver Pagoda encrusted with 9,000 diamonds. Guests then visit the National Museum to view one of the world’s largest collections of Khmer art. 
After a free afternoon, the evening features a spectacular performance on the Sun Deck by local children performing the Apsara national dance and traditional folk dances.

The RV Mekong Navigator departs Phnom Penh this morning to sail downstream toward the Vietnam-Cambodia border. Passengers can enjoy a leisurely cruise and take in the river sights from the Observation Sun Deck. 
Onboard activities include an introduction to tropical fruits with a tasting session, a Vietnamese spring roll-making demonstration, and a presentation on traditional Cambodian costumes. 
In the evening, the Captain hosts a cocktail hour and a traditional champagne sabering ceremony before dinner.

This morning, sampans take guests to Long Khanh A Island. You will witness the weaving process of traditional Khmer scarves and meet local embroidery artists. The group will walk the evergreen island to visit the home of a local War Veteran. 
After lunch, the ship reaches the charming village of My An Hung. Travelers will walk through the verdant village, interact with farmers, and enjoy fresh coconut in a garden. 
A local family will host us for honey tea and “Don Ca Tai Tu” folk music, followed by a Vovinam martial arts performance by village teenagers.

Upon arrival in Sa Dec, you board sampans to navigate narrow canals to the town center. The tour includes the historic home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le and the Kien An Cung Chinese Temple. 
After a walk through the colorful local market, the ship sails to Cai Be. Guests board rowing boats with rowers in conical hats to explore lovely canals before visiting a cottage factory to see the production of rice paper and rice wine. 
After photographing rice barges and water palm cottages, the vessel cruises toward My Tho. The evening features a Farewell Reception and a Vietnamese Farewell Dinner.

Following breakfast, you will say goodbye to the crew and disembark the RV Mekong Navigator at My Tho Marina. 
Our team manages the final transfer to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam. This 8-day luxury cruise concludes as travelers arrive in the city in the afternoon, carrying memories of an unforgettable Mekong River expedition.