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Majestic Mekong River Cruise
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Majestic Mekong River Cruise
Explore the Mighty Mekong River, the thread that weaves a fascinating tapestry of history and culture with the rich traditions and customs of Vietnam and Cambodia.
Visit small island communities along the Mekong Delta with a chance to attend craft workshops and wander the ancient pagodas. Discover the dark history of Phnom Penh and travel the streets of this colourful city in a Tuk Tuk.
Built exclusively for the Mekong River, enjoy understated style and five-star luxury on board Emerald Cruises, Emerald Harmony, more like a yacht than a traditional river ship. Spacious suites include wraparound balconies and private hot tubs.
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Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises -
Ship: Emerald Harmony -
Duration: 7 Nights
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Departure: May - Dec
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Discover Asia’s most iconic waterway on a 7-night cruise showcasing the best of the Mighty Mekong River. Visit local communities and historic Cambodian and Vietnamese cities with insightful tours and excursions offering a mix of culture and traditions. Enjoy five-star luxury on the purpose-built Emerald Harmony, a stunning river ship accommodating just 84 guests with elegant suites and staterooms, award-winning dining, and warm Asian hospitality.
Day 1
Phnom Penh – Koh Khsach Krao – Embarkation
Arrive in Phnom Penh and transfer to Koh Khsach Krao to embark on the luxury Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony.
Day 2
Oudong – Phnom Penh
Awake in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, known as the ‘Pearl of Asia’. Visit the monastery and temples in Oudong, Cambodia’s former royal capital, and receive a traditional Buddhist blessing. Tour a silk farm at Koh Oknha with Emerald DiscoverMORE.
Day 3
Phnom Penh
Today, learn about the Khmer Rouge and Cambodia’s dark history. Visit the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Enjoy a Cambodian Street Fair lunch on board ship before a visit to the magnificent Royal Palace and Central Market.
Day 4
Cross Vietnam/Cambodia Border – Tan Chau – An Long
Sail to Tan Chau, take a sampan to Evergreen Island, and visit a local farming community. As part of EmeraldPLUS, explore Cao Dai temple, followed by a ride in a Xe Loi, unique to the Mekong Delta. Return to the sampan and tour a Mekong fish farm.
Day 5
Gieng Island – My An Hung
Visit local communities on Gieng Island, working in a variety of industries, including making incense sticks for local temples and boat building. Sail to My An Hung Island, a cultural and historic destination. Enjoy some local folk singing with EmeraldPLUS.
Day 6
Sa Dec – Cai Be
Take the sampan to Sa Dec and stroll around the town on a fascinating tour. Visit the Chinese Congregational House in Kien An Chung and the central market. After lunch, explore Cai Be including a coconut candy workshop and a French colonial heritage villa.
Day 7
My Tho – Ho Chi Minh City
Sail from My Tho, leave the Mekong Delta, and enter the Cho Gao Canal, which connects Tien Giang Province with Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy the sights and sounds of this busy waterway with cargo barges and local fishing boats. Dock in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 8
Ho Chi Minh City
Disembark your luxury river ship and transfer to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for flights back to the UK.
Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City – Embarkation
Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to Saigon Port to embark on the luxury Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony.
Day 2
My Tho – Ho Chi Minh City
Sail from My Tho, leave the Mekong Delta, and enter the Cho Gao Canal, which connects Tien Giang Province with Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy the sights and sounds of this busy waterway with cargo barges and local fishing boats. Dock in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 3
Sa Dec – Cai Be
Take the sampan to Sa Dec and stroll around the town on a fascinating tour. Visit the Chinese Congregational House in Kien An Chung and the central market. After lunch, explore Cai Be including a coconut candy workshop and a French colonial heritage villa.
Day 4
Gieng Island – My An Hung
Visit local communities on Gieng Island, working in a variety of industries, including making incense sticks for local temples and boat building. Sail to My An Hung Island, a cultural and historic destination. Enjoy some local folk singing with EmeraldPLUS.
Day 5
Cross Vietnam/Cambodia Border – Tan Chau – An Long
Sail to Tan Chau, take a sampan to Evergreen Island, and visit a local farming community. As part of EmeraldPLUS, explore Cao Dai temple, followed by a ride in a Xe Loi, unique to the Mekong Delta. Return to the sampan and tour a Mekong fish farm.
Day 6
Phnom Penh
Today, learn about the Khmer Rouge and Cambodia’s dark history. Visit the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Enjoy a Cambodian Street Fair lunch on board ship before a visit to the magnificent Royal Palace and Central Market.
Day 7
Oudong – Phnom Penh
Awake in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, known as the ‘Pearl of Asia’. Visit the monastery and temples in Oudong, Cambodia’s former royal capital, and receive a traditional Buddhist blessing. Tour a silk farm at Koh Oknha with Emerald DiscoverMORE.
Day 8
Phnom Penh
Disembark your luxury river ship and transfer to Phnom Penh Airport for flights back to the UK.
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Emerald 
Departure:
May to
Dec
VISITING: Phnom Penh – Koh Khsach Krao Oudong – Phnom Penh Phnom Penh Cross Vietnam/Cambodia Border – Tan Chau – An Long Gieng Island – My An Hung Sa Dec – Cai Be My Tho – Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh City
FROM PER PERSON*
£
2,295
Emerald Departure:
Jul to
Oct
VISITING: Ho Chi Minh City Sail Cho Gao Canal Ben Tre Sa Dec / My An Hung Geing Island / An Long Tan Chau / Vietnam / Cambodia Border Crossing Phnom Penh Phnom Penh / Angkor Ban Angkor Ban / Peam Chi Korng Peam Chi Korng Disembarkation to Phnom Penh
FROM PER PERSON*
£
2,846
Emerald Departure:
Jan to
Dec
VISITING: Siem Reap Siem Reap / Peam Chi Korng Angkor Ban / Phnom Penh Phnom Penh Phnom Penh / Crossing Vietnam-Cambodia Border Tan Chau An Long / Gieng Island My An Hung / Sa Dec Ben Tre Cho Gao canal / Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh City
FROM PER PERSON*
£
3,943
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Majestic Mekong River Cruise FAQ
What are the optional excursions on this cruise?
Emerald Cruises offers a variety of different tours, some included in the cruise cost and others as optional extras. EmeraldPLUS and EmeraldACTIVE are for passengers who want to bike, hike, or take to the water. Emerald’s DiscoverMORE programme brings guests closer to the heart of local life, uncovering hidden gems and going beyond the typical tourist experience. DiscoverMORE excursions do incur an additional charge.
Do you cater for special dietary requirements?
Emerald Cruises endeavours to provide flexible menus for guests on restricted diets and those with food intolerances and allergies. When you book, talk to one of our friendly reservations team about your requirements.
Can Emerald Cruises organise my travel insurance?
Guests are responsible for organising their own insurance policy. If you are using a travel agent, they may offer to do this for you. Emerald recommends that you bring your travel insurance documents with you on your cruise.
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