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15 Night Wonders of Indochina and the Mekong Cruise and Land Tour

From Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), (Vietnam) to Bangkok (Laem Chabang), (Thailand)

Emerald Harmony
Emerald Cruises
4 Stars
Cruise #: 14348316
Sail Date: Thursday, Mar 25, 2027
Return Date: Friday, Apr 9, 2027
Room Types & Rates:
Riverview
Call to Book1-800-543-1915
Suite
$7,227
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy
Includes taxes & fees

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15 Night Wonders of Indochina and the Mekong Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Mar 25, 2027
Day
1
  • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
Xin chao and welcome to Ho Chi Minh City! On arrival, you will be met by your Emerald Cruises representative and transferred to your hotel, situated in downtown District 1, for a two-night stay. After checking in, you will be free to explore the city before meeting your tour director for your welcome briefing and dinner at a local restaurant. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Mar 26, 2027
Day
2
  • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
Drive away from Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi Tunnels, watching the city skyline fade into the distance as the road winds through rice paddies, villages, and scenes typical to southern Vietnam. Spend a couple of hours walking around Cu Chi's rugged grounds with a local guide. Upon your return to Ho Chi Minh City, enjoy a pho (noodle soup) lunch with the remainder of the afternoon and evening yours to enjoy at leisure or venture out on one of the DiscoverMORE excursions. Included Excursion: Cu Chi Tunnels; DiscoverMORE: An evening Saigon Street Food walking tour (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Saigon After Dark by Vintage Jeep (extra expense) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - Mar 27, 2027
Day
3
  • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 3 - Saturday - Mar 27, 2027
Day
3
Cruise Begins
  • Cruise Begins
  • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
After check-out, enjoy a guided city tour, visiting the Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House, and Town Hall. Then, visit the Reunification Palace before transferring to the port where you will board your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony. You'll be welcomed onboard by your captain and crew before setting sail down the Saigon River to Cho Gao canal where you will anchor for the night. This evening, enjoy your first dinner onboard with your fellow travelers. Your cruise director will conduct a port talk to review the activities and itinerary for the days ahead. Included Excursion: An orientation tour of Ho Chi Minh City ...
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Sunday - Mar 28, 2027
Day
4
  • Ben Tre, Vietnam
This morning, you'll cruise through the bustling Cho Gao canal, one of the major arterial canals of Vietnam connecting Tien Giang Province in the Mekong Delta with Ho Chi Minh City. You'll be fascinated watching the heavy commercial traffic navigate this important waterway, where upwards of 1,800 vessels transit each day. Once on the Mekong River, this afternoon you'll visit the Tan My Floating community followed by a ride through local plantations to visit a mushroom farm, a fruit farm with sampling, and a honey farm with local sweets. Later, you'll sail onwards to Sa Dec, a Mekong Delta hidden gem. Included Excursion: Visit the Thoi Binh hamlet and its farming and fishing communities, untouched by tourism ...
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Monday - Mar 29, 2027
Day
5
  • Sa Dec, Vietnam
  • My An Hung, Vietnam, Vietnam
After a short sampan ride to Sa Dec, enjoy a walking tour with a visit to the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras' celebrated novel, L'Amant, and the town's bustling central market. Return to Emerald Harmony by sampan, then sail on to My An Hung Island. Recognized as a cultural and historical destination, this small rural village specializes in cultivating red-hot chilli and peppers. As part of your EmeraldPLUS experience, listen to local folk singing during your visit. EmeraldPLUS: Listen to some local folk singing in My An Hung; Included Excursion: A visit to the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le and the bustling Sa Dec Markets; Included Excursion: A visit to My An Hung village ...
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Tuesday - Mar 30, 2027
Day
6
  • Cu Lao Gien, Vietnam
  • An Long, Vietnam
Known as 'Mango Island', Cu Lao Gieng is a small, scenic island untouched by tourism, located along the upper Mekong River. Travel by local motorcycle rickshaw through the island's villages to visit families who work in a variety of local industries including mango farming, different types of boat building, and a factory making incense sticks for temples. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure onboard. As part of an EmeraldPLUS experience, you'll delight in a traditional Lion Dance performance onboard. EmeraldPLUS: A Lion Dance performance onboard; Included Excursion: See the local industries in Gieng Island ...
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Wednesday - Mar 31, 2027
Day
7
  • Tan Chau, Vietnam
Embark on a sampan ride to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village, giving you a glimpse into the lives of the local farming community. Reboard your sampan and return to Tan Chau and as part of an EmeraldPLUS experience, visit the local Cao Dai Temple. Cao Dai is a syncretic, monotheistic religion established in Tay Ninh, southern Vietnam, in 1926. At the temple, learn more about this fascinating and complex religion. Afterwards, ride in a xe loi (local form of cyclo) back to your sampan before returning to Emerald Harmony. Back onboard your Star-Ship, you'll sail to the border between Vietnam and Cambodia. EmeraldPLUS: A visit to a local Cao Dai Temple and Xe Loi ride, unique to the Mekong Delta; Included Excursion: A visit to Evergreen Island ...
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Thursday - Apr 1, 2027
Day
8
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
  • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
This morning, you'll awake in Cambodia's capital, Phnom Penh. Known as the 'Pearl of Asia', the city was almost entirely evacuated by the Khmer Rouge in 1975. Today, you'll learn about the Khmer Rouge and the darkest days of Cambodia's history. A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek, where you'll have the opportunity to stroll through the fields, visit the memorial, and understand more about this country's sombre chapter. Afterwards, visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (also known as 'S-21'), a former school converted to the Khmer Rouge's main prison and torture HQ. Spend the afternoon as you please, either exploring the DiscoverMORE excursions, visiting the Central Market located in the heart of Phnom Penh, or simply relaxing onboard Emerald Harmony. This evening, as part of your EmeraldPLUS experience, enjoy a remork (local tuk-tuk) tour through Phnom Penh to admire the city lights. EmeraldPLUS: Phnom Penh by night on a remork (tuk-tuk) tour; Included Excursion: Killing Fields at Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum; DiscoverMORE: A silk farm tour at Koh Oknha Tei (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Craft Beer Adventure by remork (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Samai Distillery (extra expense) ...
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Friday - Apr 2, 2027
Day
9
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
  • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Oudong, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
  • Rokar Koang, Cambodia
Located north of Phnom Penh, Oudong was the former royal capital of Cambodia until it relocated to Phnom Penh in 1866. Start your day with a visit to the Oudong Monastery and Temples. Important remnants here include the burial sites of Khmer kings as well as religious artefacts dating back more than a century. In Oudong Monastery's main temple, receive a traditional Buddhist blessing from the resident monks, as part of your EmeraldPLUS experience. In the afternoon, you'll visit the majestic Royal Palace, with its French-inspired gardens and Silver Pagoda. Back onboard, as part of your EmeraldPLUS experience, enjoy a cultural performance by the Cambodian Student and Children's Organisation. Afterwards set sail, gliding past the illuminated Phnom Penh at night, to Rokar Koang, a small town located further up along the up the Mekong River. EmeraldPLUS: A traditional Buddhist Monk blessing; EmeraldPLUS: Cultural Performance by the Cambodian Student and Children's Organisation; Included Excursion: A visit to the Royal Palace ...
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Saturday - Apr 3, 2027
Day
10
  • Rokar Koang, Cambodia
  • Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 10 - Saturday - Apr 3, 2027
Day
10
  • Bus Travel
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
Disembark Emerald Harmony in the morning, then continue your journey by road to Siem Reap for your included two-night stay. Upon arrival in this lively northern city, check into the beautiful Shinta Mani Hotel, a deluxe boutique property of world-class design, which takes great care in honoring the environment and paying homage to the traditional and local aesthetics. This evening, for your EmeraldPLUS experience, you're invited to Phare, The Cambodian Circus, where a combination of acrobatics, music, and dance tell a uniquely Cambodian story. For dinner try a special Emerald DiscoverMORE option either while attending the circus, to further support Phare's work, or try Cambodian Street Food Discovery Tour beforehand. EmeraldPLUS: Phare Cambodian Circus performance; DiscoverMORE: Evening - Local Fare at Phare Circus (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Evening - Cambodian Street Food Discovery Tour (extra expense) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Apr 4, 2027
Day
11
Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Angkor Thom, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Ta Prohm, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
Start the day with a visit to magnificent Angkor Thom. This is not a single temple such as the historic sites it neighbors, but rather, one of the most remarkable royal cities of the Angkor Period and an architectural wonder. As the last capital of the Khmer Empire, Angkor Thom was a fortified city, the home to priests, officials of the palace, military, and buildings for administering the kingdom. Afterwards, visit the sacred Ta Prohm temple. In an incredible standoff between human creation and nature, the jungle's root systems have reclaimed this spiritual location, now enshrouded in wild vegetation. The backdrop to numerous Hollywood scenes, the iconic Ta Prohm is both a cinematic and contemplative location to explore. This afternoon, enjoy time at leisure to explore Siem Reap or join an Emerald DiscoverMORE excursion. Later, for today's EmeraldPLUS experience, enjoy an immersive evening and dinner at Satcha Handicraft Centre, accompanied by an enchanting traditional Khmer entertainment. Included Excursion: Visit to Angkor Thom; Included Excursion: Visit to Ta Prohm Temple; DiscoverMORE: Evening - Gondola Boat ride at Bayon with drinks (extra expense); EmeraldPLUS: Apsara dance performance and farewell dinner show at Satcha Handicraft Centre ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Monday - Apr 5, 2027
Day
12
Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Angkor Wat, Cambodia
  • Bus Travel
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Air Travel
  • Luang Prabang, Laos
Witness a mesmerizing sunrise over Angkor Wat, a truly unforgettable experience. Afterwards, walk through this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, considered one of the greatest ancient wonders on earth and renowned for its well-preserved, intricate carvings. After visiting Angkor Wat, enjoy time at leisure to explore Siem Reap before your afternoon flight to Laos or join an Emerald DiscoverMORE excursion. Later, transfer to the airport for your included flight VN930 to Laos and Luang Prabang, a former royal capital and the heart of Laotian culture and Buddhist spirituality. In this enchanting riverside city, enjoy a four-night stay at the Villa Maly Hotel - within walking distance to Luang Prabang's famous night markets. Included Excursion: Sunrise visit to Angkor Wat; DiscoverMORE: Khmer Cooking Class (extra expense) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Tuesday - Apr 6, 2027
Day
13
  • Luang Prabang, Laos
Discover key landmarks within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, including the exquisite 16th-century temple, Wat Xieng Thong, and former Royal Palace, now converted into the National Museum. The remainder of the day is at leisure before dinner tonight. Included Excursion: Tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Wednesday - Apr 7, 2027
Day
14
  • Luang Prabang, Laos
  • Day Boat Travel
  • Pak Ou Caves, Laos, Laos
  • Day Boat Travel
  • Luang Prabang, Laos
Today, enjoy a boat cruise along the Mekong River, stopping at a local village which specializes in traditional rice wine before continuing to the Pak Ou Caves, a sacred grotto crammed with thousands of multi-sized golden Buddhas. After returning to Luang Prabang, let the locals show you how to play petanque, also known as petong in Laos. Tonight, enjoy your free time, perhaps shopping for souvenirs and sampling local cuisine at the vibrant night market. Included Excursion: Cruise along the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves; Included Excursion: Learn how to play petanque, also known as petong ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Apr 8, 2027
Day
15
  • Luang Prabang, Laos
  • Bus Travel
  • Kuang Si Falls, Laos, Laos
  • Bus Travel
  • Luang Prabang, Laos
Rise early to witness the incredible sight of Buddhist monks move silently through the atmospheric streets as they collect alms. Later this morning, travel to Kuang Si waterfalls, a set of picturesque, tiered falls and swimming holes set amongst the lush, dense jungle. This afternoon, join an Emerald DiscoverMORE excursion, before enjoying your Farewell Dinner with your fellow guests this evening. Included Excursion: Travel to Kuang Si waterfalls; DiscoverMORE: Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Centre - natural dyeing class (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Ban Chan (Laos Pottery House) - Pottery lesson (extra expense) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Apr 9, 2027
Day
16
  • Luang Prabang, Laos
  • Air Travel
  • Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand
Later this morning check out of your hotel and bid farewell to Laos. Transfer to the airport for your included flight PG942 to Thailand and its vibrant capital, Bangkok, where your extraordinary Indochina journey ends. Emerald Cruises transfers are only available for flights departing out of Bangkok after 7 PM.; 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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