Wonders of Indochina
and the Mekong

Arrive to Ho Chi Minh City

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by an Emerald Cruises representative and transferred to your hotel in downtown District 1.

Ho Chi Minh City > 7 Night Mekong Cruise

Following checkout, join your guide for a guided city tour:
(Included) An orientation tour of Ho Chi Minh City
Afterwards, transfer aboard the Emerald Harmony for an afternoon at leisure to settle in.

Ben Tre

This morning, you’ll cruise the Cho Gao canal. Once united with the Mekong river, visit the Tan My Floating community:
(Included) Visit the Thoi Bihn hamlet and its farming and fishing communities, untouched by tourism
(Chef Chanthy Yen Exclusive) Join Chef Chanthy Yen for an intimate evening cocktail reception on board your cruise.

Sa Dec > Ma An Hung

Board a sampan to Sa Dec – where you’ll enjoy an inclusion:
(Included) A visit to the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le and the bustling Sa Dec Markets
You’ll then continue sailing to Ma An Hung Island:
(Included) A visit to My An Hung village
(EmeraldPLUS) Listen to some local folk singing in My An Hung

Gieng Island > An Long

Travel by local motorcycle rickshaw across Cu Lao Gieng, known as ‘Mango Island’. After the morning’s activities, you’ll have the afternoon to explore at leisure:
(Included) See the local industries in Gieng Island
(EmeraldPLUS) A Lion Dance performance on board

Tan Chau > Vietnam/Cambodia Border Crossing

From Tan Chau, you may wish to ride by sampan to Evergreen island. Enjoy on one the days excursions:
(Included) A visit to Evergreen Island
(EmeraldPLUS) A visit to a local Cao Dai Temple and Xe Loi ride, unique to the Mekong Delta
(Chef Chanthy Yen Exclusive) A Taste of Cambodia with Chef Chanthy Yen
This afternoon, re-board your ship as we sail across the Vietnam/Cambodia border.

Phnom Penh

Awake in the ‘Pearl of Asia’ – Cambodia’s memorable capital. You have a selection of experiences to look forward to:
(Included) Killing Fields at Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
(EmeraldPLUS) EVENING: Phnom Penh by night on a remork (Tuk-Tuk) tour
*DiscoverMORE (£): A silk farm tour at Koh Oknha Tei / Craft Beer Adventure by remork / Samai Distillery

Phnom Penh > Oudong > Rokar Koang

As the former royal capital of Cambodia, Oudong is an outstanding destination with a wealth of historic attractions to explore:
(Included) A visit to the Royal Palace
(EmeraldPLUS) A traditional Buddhist Monk blessing
(EmeraldPLUS) Cultural Performance by the Cambodian Student and Children’s Organisation
(Chef Chanthy Yen Exclusive) Celebrate your final evening on board with a special farewell dinner crafted by Chef Chanthy Yen, inspired by the authentic flavours of his Cambodian heritage.

Rokar Koang Disembarkation > Siem Reap

Disembark the Emerald Harmony and continue to Siem Reap for an included, three-night stay. The day presents opportunities to explore:
(EmeraldPLUS) Phare Cambodian Circus performance.
*DiscoverMORE (£): Evening – Local Fare at Phare Circus

Siem Reap

Today’s adventure begins at Angkor Thom, a remarkable royal city. Explore alongside your guide:
(Included) Visit to Angkor Thom
(Included) Visit to Ta Prohm Temple
*DiscoverMORE (£): Evening – Gondola Boat ride at Banyon with drinks / Evening – Cambodian Street Food Discovery Tour

Siem Reap

Spend another day in Siem Reap, this time exploring Angkor Wat alongside your exceptional guide:
(Included) Sunrise visit to Angkor Wat
(EmeraldPLUS) Apsara dance performance and dinner show
*DiscoverMORE (£): Siem Reap Countryside by Vespa / Banteay Srei Temple and APOPO / Tonlé Sap and Lotus Workshop / Khmer Cooking Class / Senteurs d’Angkor Workshop

Siem Reap

After a morning at leisure in Siem Reap, fly to Luang Prabang to begin your three-night stay.

Luang Prabang

Venture across the city’s UNESCO-listed Old Town and discover key landmarks.

Luang Prabang

Dedicate your final day to exploring at leisure.
*DiscoverMORE (£): Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Centre – natural dyeing class / Ban Chan (Laos Pottery House) – Pottery Lesson

Back on board your Star-Ship, you’ll sail to the border between Vietnam and Cambodia.

Luang Prabang > Depart Bangkok

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok, which marks the end of your itinerary.v

DiscoverMORE: Go on a Craft Beer Adventure by remork (extra expense).

DiscoverMORE: Go on the Samai Distillery excursion (extra expense).