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12 Night Meandering Along the Mekong and Temple Discovery Cruise and Land Tour

From Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), (Vietnam) to Siem Reap, (Cambodia)

Scenic Spirit
Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
Cruise #: 14260740
Sail Date: Sunday, Sep 13, 2026
Return Date: Friday, Sep 25, 2026
Room Types & Rates:
Suite
$8,361
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy
Includes taxes & fees

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12 Night Meandering Along the Mekong and Temple Discovery Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Sep 13, 2026
Day
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  • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
  • Bus Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 1 - Sunday - Sep 13, 2026
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Cruise Begins
  • Cruise Begins
  • My Tho, Vietnam
  • Cai Be, Vietnam
Welcome to Vietnam and step foot into a world of luxury starting with your air-conditioned airport transfer en route to the Caravelle Hotel Saigon, located downtown in the heart of HCMC. Meet your tour director at 12 pm to run through an overview of your upcoming trip and drop off your luggage and passport. Then head to a local restaurant for lunch with your group of eager travelers ready to explore the mysteries of the Mekong River. A motorcoach will transfer you to My Tho where the breathtaking Scenic Spirit awaits. Start with a cocktail reception hosted by your cruise director. Take a stroll around the decks to orientate yourself as to where all the amenities are. After your welcome dinner, settling into your private suite does not mean you settle for service. At any time, your dedicated personal butler is free to swing by with a nightcap and delivery of your preferred pillows. A calm 4-hour sail brings you to halt off Cai Be where the ship will anchor overnight. Please book your flight to arrive into Ho Chi Minh City prior to 8 AM. ...
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Monday - Sep 14, 2026
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Cai Be, Vietnam
  • Cai Be, Vietnam
Tuesday - Sep 15, 2026
Day
3
  • Sa Dec, Vietnam
Board your sampan once again to explore the lively wet market where you can meet the sellers and marvel at their wares, including live fish, frogs, and even snakes. This two-hour exploration will take you deep into the local lifestyle. You can also see the grand home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, a Chinese merchant who inspired Marguerite Duras' novel L'Amant. Your expert guide will reveal the secrets behind this passionate tale of tragic love. After returning to the ship, you will have time to take an evening dip in the pool overlooking the Mekong as the sun sets. Before dinner, experience a fantastically themed dinner onboard the Spirit along with a lion dance performed by locals on the expansive Sundeck. The ship will set sail after your arrival back onboard for the 6-hour journey to Tan Chau. ...
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Wednesday - Sep 16, 2026
Day
4
  • Tan Chau, Vietnam
Thursday - Sep 17, 2026
Day
5
Vietnam-Cambodia Border Crossing, Vietnam
  • Vietnam-Cambodia Border Crossing, Vietnam
  • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
After clearing the border crossing procedure, the morning is at your leisure. Attend an onboard demonstration, enjoy some solitude in the library and observation lounge, or soak in the scenery from your private balcony while sailing upstream from the Vietnamese border to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. Even the most developing countries have a standard of luxury and opulence. You can experience this this afternoon after arriving in Phnom Penh at the Royal Palace with the famous Silver Pagoda within, on your included visit to this must-see attraction. Scenic Sunset Drinks: Later this evening, revel in the Phnom Penh by City Lights tour. You'll get to witness the nightlife of the capital before stopping at a local rum distillery for your exclusive Scenic Sunset Drinks experience, including a private tour and tasting. ...
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Friday - Sep 18, 2026
Day
6
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
  • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Saturday - Sep 19, 2026
Day
7
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
  • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Oudong, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
  • Koh Oknha Tey, Cambodia, Cambodia
Board a bus this morning for the short drive to the ancient capital of Cambodia, Oudong. Here, experience the life of the monks and nuns who reside at the peaceful monastery. If you are lucky, you may be able to partake in one of the many festivals and traditional rituals often held here. Return to Scenic Spirit for lunch before setting sail towards Oknha Tey, dedicated to the art of silk weaving. Travel by tuk tuk to the farm and learn about the process of silk production. If you are running out of clean clothes, be sure to utilize the complimentary laundry facilities and get an outfit ready for an evening of style with a Sundowner cocktail reception on the sundeck against the backdrop of Phnom Penh's stunning scenery as the ships departs to Angkor Ban. ...
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Sunday - Sep 20, 2026
Day
8
  • Angkor Ban, Cambodia
Monday - Sep 21, 2026
Day
9
  • Wat Hanchey, Cambodia
  • Kampong Cham, Cambodia
Tuesday - Sep 22, 2026
Day
10
Kampong Cham, Cambodia
  • Kampong Cham, Cambodia
  • Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 10 - Tuesday - Sep 22, 2026
Day
10
  • Bus Travel
  • Kampong Thom, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Kampong Kdei, Cambodia, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
Today, we journey to Siem Reap via stops at Kampong Thom and the Angkorian bridge in Kampong Kdei. Siem Reap is a split in time with ancient and traditional architecture weaved between the modern developments. Step back in time at your hotel, a definition of luxury and your historical home for the next three nights in Siem Reap. This brilliantly appointed accommodation is styled with a mix of French inspired architecture, local interior furnishings, the attentive staff providing a service beyond expectations, and brilliant amenities fit for royalty. This evening, head to the colorful Cambodian Phare Circus where your VIP premium reserved seating awaits you. Beautifully dressed performers style a stunning show that is more than just a circus. The performers use theater, music, dance, and modern circus arts to tell uniquely Cambodian stories; historical, folk, and modern. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Wednesday - Sep 23, 2026
Day
11
Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
Thursday - Sep 24, 2026
Day
12
Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Ta Prohm, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Angkor Thom, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Prasat Kravan, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
Begin the day with an early morning Scenic Enrich, marvelling at the sunrise over the magnificent Angkor Wat before moving to a special location near a temple for a scrumptious champagne breakfast with food prepared by a Scenic-sponsored, NGO-supported local bakery school. After breakfast, visit the atmospheric, jungle covered Ta Prohm Temple, before stopping at Angkor Thom and the multi-faced Bayon Temple. Fortunately, you have the remainder of the afternoon to discover more of the Siem Reap markets or relax at your luxury hotel after your early morning start. The final Scenic Enrich is truly a special and exclusive one, one that is best experienced first-hand to fully appreciate its scale. Your tour directors and Scenic team will leave you in awe as you enter a private magical gala themed dinner at Prasat Kravan, a small 10th-century temple consisting of five reddish brick towers on a common terrace. Including free flow drinks and a show featuring Apsara dancers in front of the candle lit temple ruins, this evening brings a most incredible end to what is a remarkable trip. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Sep 25, 2026
Day
13
Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
It is time to bid farewell to your fellow travelers and Scenic team as you get ready to depart Cambodia for your homeland or extended travels. Transfer to the airport and leave with a full camera and stunning memories to treasure.; Notes: Rivers and waterways are subject to variations in water levels. While every effort is made to adhere to the planned itinerary, changes in river conditions, ad hoc local government regulations, or local festivities may require journey modifications. These will be made based on the advice of local authorities or for safety reasons. Hotels are indicative and are subject to change. ...
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