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19-Day Treasures & Temples of Vietnam & Cambodia

Discover Southeast Asia on a tour like no other, starting in Hanoi and then cruising the waterways of Halong Bay in a traditional junk. Visit Ho Chi Minh City before casting off on the remarkable Mekong River.

Emerald’s iconic excursions offer a variety of programmes that showcase the highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia. Experience a cultural voyage that unravels layers of history and heritage alongside some of the world’s most beautiful river scenery.

Emerald Harmony provides accommodation on the water, a vessel from the famous Star-Ship fleet designed to offer guests the height of luxury and highlight river life. Enjoy sumptuous accommodation and award-winning cuisine.

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  • Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises
  • Ship: Emerald Harmony
  • Duration: 18 Nights
  • Departure: August 2024
£4,784pp
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19-Day Treasures & Temples of Vietnam & Cambodia Cruise Itinerary

Discover the heritage and culture of Vietnam and Cambodia on an 18-night cruise that visits all the iconic landmarks as well as secret locations and hidden gems. Enjoy five-star hotel accommodation and sumptuous cruise comfort on board an Emerald Star-Ship with every modern convenience and luxury amenities. All you need to do is sit back and enjoy the view, and let’s not forget the award-winning cuisine, heated swimming pool that transforms into an evening cinema, and suites with all-weather balcony systems.

Day 1

Hanoi

Experience a warm welcome to Hanoi from an Emerald Cruises Representative. Spend time exploring the city before dining in your hotel.

Day 2

Hanoi – Halong Bay

After breakfast, leave Hanoi and travel on a traditional junk-style boat to Halong Bay. Cruise the bays and islets of this beautiful area with optional tours, or just spend time relaxing on board the ship. Anchor for the night in the Trinh Nu area.

Day 3

Halong Bay

Today, sail into the wild remoteness of Lan Ha Bay. Explore this unspoiled area with a smaller boat offering swimming trips and kayaking on Ho Ba Ham Lake. Visit Cua Van fishing village by rowing boat, and why not try squid fishing after dinner?

Day 4

Halong Bay – Hanoi

Cruise back towards Hanoi through the spectacular rock formations and visit Sung Sot Cave. After lunch, tour Hanoi’s Old Quarter and enjoy a traditional water puppet show, a unique North Vietnamese art form.

Day 5

Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City

Savour another chance to discover the history and heritage of Hanoi on a city tour including the famous Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university dating back 700 years. Transfer to Hanoi airport and fly to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon.

Day 6

Ho Chi Minh City

Take a drive from Ho Chi Minh City to the Cu Chi Tunnels through a landscape of rice paddies and typical southern Vietnamese villages. A local guide accompanies guests on an informative walking tour before returning to the city.

Day 7

Ho Chi Minh City – Embarkation

Enjoy a tour of Ho Chi Minh City, including the Town Hall, Opera House, and Notre Dame Cathedral, before heading to the port, where you will board your luxury Star-Ship. Set sail towards My Tho in the Mekong Delta.

Day 8

Sail Cho Gao Canal

The Cho Gao Canal is a popular and busy route for commercial traffic connecting Tien Giang Province in the Mekong Delta with Ho Chi Minh City. There is plenty of river traffic and fascinating scenery for guests to see aboard your luxury cruiser.

Day 9

Ben Tre

Visit the Tan My floating community, followed by a trip to the Thoi Binh hamlet with farming and fishing people living a traditional lifestyle utterly untouched by tourism. Sail to Sa Ðéc, a hidden gem on the Mekong Delta.

Day 10

Sa Dec – My An Hung

Take a sampan ride to Sa Dec with a walking tour around the town, including the Chinese Congregational House and the busy markets. Then enjoy a sailing trip to My An Hung island, a cultural and historic destination.

Day 11

Gieng Island – An Long

Gieng Island offers a fascinating insight into local industries, including boat building and making incense sticks for the temples. It is also the home of Vietnam’s oldest church. There is an optional excursion to the Tam Nong Ramsar Bird Sanctuary.

Day 12

Tan Chau – Vietnam/Cambodia Border Crossing

Take a glimpse into the life of a local farming community after a sampan ride to Evergreen Island. The EmeraldPLUS programme offers guests a tour of the Cao Dai temple and a traditional Lion Dance performance on board ship at the border.

Day 13

Phnom Penh

Arrive in the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh. Learn about the dark days of the Khmer Rouge regime, including the memorial at Choeung Ek. The afternoon offers a choice of DiscoverMORE excursions and an evening tuk-tuk ride through the city.

Day 14

Phnom Penh – Angkor Ban

Enjoy a tour of the Majestic Royal Palace with its stunning gardens and Silver Pagoda, and visit the art deco-style Central Market. After lunch, sail from Phnom Penh and enjoy a tranquil cruise along the Mekong to Angkor Ban.

Day 15

Angkor Ban – Peam Chi Korng

Guests explore the historic wooden houses of Angkor Ban, which survived the destruction of the Khmer Rouge regime, before setting sail to Peam Chi Korng. Enjoy a farewell dinner on board, followed by a Cambodian cultural performance.

Day 16

Peam Chi Korng Disembarkation – Siem Reap

Disembark your Star-Ship Emerald Harmony and travel to Siem Reap for a three-night stay at the stunning Shinta Mani. The EmeraldPLUS programme offers guests a visit to Phare, the Cambodian Circus, a blend of acrobatics, music, and dance.

Day 17

Siem Reap

Discover Siem Reap, a remarkable royal and historic city of the Angkor Period, plus visit the sacred Temple of Ta Prohm, a magical mix of architecture and jungle incursion. You might recognise it as the backdrop to many Hollywood films.

Day 18

Siem Reap

Witness the remarkable sunrise over Angkor Wat, a treat for early risers with time to walk through this UNESCO World Heritage-listed site. Pick from a choice of DiscoverMORE tours before a farewell dinner as part of the EmeraldPLUS.

Day 19

Depart Siem Reap

Guests transfer to Siem Reap airport for an onward or homebound flight back to the UK.

Day 1

Siem Reap

Experience a warm welcome from an Emerald Cruises Representative. Spend time exploring the city before dining in your hotel.

Day 2

Siem Reap

Witness the remarkable sunrise over Angkor Wat, a treat for early risers with time to walk through this UNESCO World Heritage-listed site. Pick from a choice of DiscoverMORE tours before a farewell dinner as part of the EmeraldPLUS.

Day 3

Siem Reap

Discover Siem Reap, a remarkable royal and historic city of the Angkor Period, plus visit the sacred Temple of Ta Prohm, a magical mix of architecture and jungle incursion. You might recognise it as the backdrop to many Hollywood films.

Day 4

Peam Chi Korng Disembarkation – Siem Reap

Disembark your Star-Ship Emerald Harmony and travel to Siem Reap for a three-night stay at the stunning Shinta Mani. The EmeraldPLUS programme offers guests a visit to Phare, the Cambodian Circus, a blend of acrobatics, music, and dance.

Day 5

Angkor Ban – Peam Chi Korng

Guests explore the historic wooden houses of Angkor Ban, which survived the destruction of the Khmer Rouge regime, before setting sail to Peam Chi Korng. Enjoy a farewell dinner on board, followed by a Cambodian cultural performance.

Day 6

Phnom Penh – Angkor Ban

Enjoy a tour of the Majestic Royal Palace with its stunning gardens and Silver Pagoda, and visit the art deco-style Central Market. After lunch, sail from Phnom Penh and enjoy a tranquil cruise along the Mekong to Angkor Ban.

Day 7

Phnom Penh

Arrive in the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh. Learn about the dark days of the Khmer Rouge regime, including the memorial at Choeung Ek. The afternoon offers a choice of DiscoverMORE excursions and an evening tuk-tuk ride through the city.

Day 8

Tan Chau – Vietnam/Cambodia Border Crossing

Take a glimpse into the life of a local farming community after a sampan ride to Evergreen Island. The EmeraldPLUS programme offers guests a tour of the Cao Dai temple and a traditional Lion Dance performance on board ship at the border.

Day 9

Gieng Island – An Long

Gieng Island offers a fascinating insight into local industries, including boat building and making incense sticks for the temples. It is also the home of Vietnam’s oldest church. There is an optional excursion to the Tam Nong Ramsar Bird Sanctuary.

Day 10

Sa Dec – My An Hung

Take a sampan ride to Sa Dec with a walking tour around the town, including the Chinese Congregational House and the busy markets. Then enjoy a sailing trip to My An Hung island, a cultural and historic destination.

Day 11

Ben Tre

Visit the Tan My floating community, followed by a trip to the Thoi Binh hamlet with farming and fishing people living a traditional lifestyle utterly untouched by tourism. Sail to Sa Ðéc, a hidden gem on the Mekong Delta.

Day 12

Sail Cho Gao Canal

The Cho Gao Canal is a popular and busy route for commercial traffic connecting Tien Giang Province in the Mekong Delta with Ho Chi Minh City. There is plenty of river traffic and fascinating scenery for guests to see aboard your luxury cruiser.

Day 13

Ho Chi Minh City – Embarkation

Enjoy a tour of Ho Chi Minh City, including the Town Hall, Opera House, and Notre Dame Cathedral, before heading to the port, where you will board your luxury Star-Ship. Set sail towards My Tho in the Mekong Delta.

Day 14

Ho Chi Minh City

Take a drive from Ho Chi Minh City to the Cu Chi Tunnels through a landscape of rice paddies and typical southern Vietnamese villages. A local guide accompanies guests on an informative walking tour before returning to the city.

Day 15

Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City

Savour another chance to discover the history and heritage of Hanoi on a city tour including the famous Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university dating back 700 years. Transfer to Hanoi airport and fly to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon.

Day 16

Halong Bay – Hanoi

Cruise back towards Hanoi through the spectacular rock formations and visit Sung Sot Cave. After lunch, tour Hanoi’s Old Quarter and enjoy a traditional water puppet show, a unique North Vietnamese art form.

Day 17

Halong Bay

Today, sail into the wild remoteness of Lan Ha Bay. Explore this unspoiled area with a smaller boat offering swimming trips and kayaking on Ho Ba Ham Lake. Visit Cua Van fishing village by rowing boat, and why not try squid fishing after dinner?

Day 18

Hanoi – Halong Bay

After breakfast, leave Hanoi and travel on a traditional junk-style boat to Halong Bay. Cruise the bays and islets of this beautiful area with optional tours, or just spend time relaxing on board the ship. Anchor for the night in the Trinh Nu area.

Day 19

Hanoi

Guests transfer to airport for an onward or homebound flight back to the UK.

19-Day Treasures & Temples of Vietnam & Cambodia Cruise Ships

Emerald Harmony

Specially designed to navigate the Mekong River, Emerald Harmony is beautifully appointed, with interiors reflecting Asian culture. Partner the remarkable river views with gourmet cuisine inspired by the tastes and flavours of Vietnam and Cambodia.

Traditional Local Cuisine
Wellness Area and Spa
42 Cabins

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18 Nights
August 2024

19-Day Treasures & Temples of Vietnam & Cambodia

  • Hanoi
  • Hanoi – Halong Bay
  • Halong Bay
  • Halong Bay – Hanoi
  • Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City
  • Ho Chi Minh City
  • Ho Chi Minh City – Embarkation
  • Sail Cho Gao Canal
  • Ben Tre
  • Sa Dec – My An Hung
  • Gieng Island – An Long
  • Tan Chau – Vietnam/Cambodia Border Crossing
  • Phnom Penh
  • Phnom Penh – Angkor Ban
  • Angkor Ban – Peam Chi Korng
  • Peam Chi Korng Disembarkation – Siem Reap
  • Siem Reap
  • Depart Siem Reap
£4,784pp Est. Price per person
  • Emerald Harmony  

19-Day Treasures & Temples of Vietnam & Cambodia Cruise Review

“As regular European cruisers, we thought we knew what to expect on this, our first voyage into Southeast Asia, but we were just not prepared for the beauty and deep cultural dive this cruise offers. It is a remarkable blend of river time and land-based sightseeing with a remarkable range of excursions so you can savour the life of local Cambodians and Vietnamese. Emerald Harmony is the most delightful ship with absolutely every comfort and convenience. I don’t believe there is a holiday like this anywhere else. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime cruise.”

Ben and Jessie, Doncaster

19-Day Treasures & Temples of Vietnam & Cambodia FAQ

Find answers to some of the most common questions about river cruising here.

What is Emerald DiscoverMORE?

Emerald DiscoverMORE programmes are expertly crafted tours and visits to allow our guests to take a deep dive into the heart of authentic local life. Enjoy a glimpse into worlds other tour operators don’t reach and discover fascinating insights that are way beyond the ordinary. With Southeast Asia’s rich culture and heritage, Emerald DiscoverMORE will bring your cruise to life.

Do ATOL and ABTA protect Emerald Cruises?

Relax and cruise with the ultimate peace of mind. Emerald Cruises is a member of both ATOL (Number 9294) and ABTA (Number Y6328).

Do Star-Ships provide mobility wheelchair access?

Emerald Cruises prides itself on welcoming passengers with medical conditions or limited mobility. However, sometimes, the ship’s design may limit access; some Star-Ships do not have elevators to all decks. Shore excursions may require you to board a coach, so you must be able to manage the stairs. In the majority of cases, a travel companion should be able to provide enough assistance, but if you have any concerns, then our friendly booking team will be happy to advise you.

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