Charms of the Mekong
Highlights
Begin your journey in lively Ho Chi Minh City, a vibrant blend of old and new.
Cruise the Mekong River, exploring rural villages, historic pagodas, and colorful markets.
Immerse in local culture with a special monk blessing and witness skilled artisans at work.
Experience Vietnam and Cambodia’s rich heritage on this unforgettable journey.
Itinerary
Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City
Transfer to My Tho
Embarkation
Welcome Dinner
Day 2
Cai Be
Local boat ride
Visit local workshops
OR local workshops and active walking tour to historic Kiet House
Local boat ride to Sa Dec
Visit to local market and temple
Day 3
Tan Chau
Trishaw ride to craftsmen’s workshops
OR Trishaw ride to craftmen’s workshops and active walking tour to Evergreen Island
OR Tra Su Forest and Sanctuary
Border Crossing from Vietnam to Cambodia
**You will need this information for your visa applications:
Exit Point from Vietnam: Vinh Xuong
Entry point to Cambodia: Phnom Penh
Day 4
Phnom Penh
Royal Palace and National Museum
OR Royal Palace and Central Market
Killing Fields and Genocide Museum
Day 5
Oudong
Buddhist Blessing Ceremony
Tuk tuk tour
Day 6
Oknhatey Village
Visit a Silk Village and local school
Day 7
Angkor Ban
Walking tour
Wat Nakor
OR Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei “Twin Mountains” visit
Day 8
Kampong Cham
Disembarkation
Transfer to Siem Reap