Day : 1 (Siem Reap/Koh Chen)
Arrive at the meeting point in Siem Reap by 1:30pm for the included transfer to the pier. The group will transfer from Siem Reap to Koh Chen by bus and embark at Koh Chen at approximately 6:30pm.
After embarking, enjoy a welcome beverage and get to know the crew during an informational meeting before dinner on board.
Included Activities:
- Riverboat Welcome Meeting
Meals included: DINNER
Day : 2 (Koh Chen/Kampong Chhnang)
Enjoy the morning in Koh Chen, an island in the river. Visit silver and copper workshops and meet a Khmer Rouge survivor eager to tell his story. Then, continue on to one of the biggest villages on the Tonle Sap River, Kampong Chhnang. Learn more about fish farming, pottery, and sugar palm production in the area. Wander through the local market then opt to cycle to visit the local industries.
After the day's excursions, enjoy dinner on board and relax as the riverboat drops anchor for the night.
Included Activities:
- Koh Chen Visit
- Kampong Chhnang Visit
Meals included: BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER
Day : 3 (Kampong Chhnang/Phnom Penh)
Embark on an early morning cruise to Kampong Tralach and visit the local vihara (Buddhist monastery) and Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda. Opt to cycle, or ride in a tuk tuk or buffalo cart, through the village and past rice paddies to reach the monastery. This afternoon, continue to the capital city of Phnom Penh. Take a cyclo tour past sights like Wat Phnom and the Grand Palace. Opt to finish up at the FCC for a happy hour cocktail overlooking the river or for dinner in town.
Included Activities:
- Kampong Tralach Visit
- Phnom Penh Cyclo Tour
Meals included: BREAKFAST | LUNCH
Day : 4 (Phnom Penh)
Spend the day exploring all this city has to offer. Start with guided visits to the S21 Museum and the Killing Fields. Enjoy free time to explore the National Museum, Grand Palace or Russian Market. In the evening, return to the boat for an Apsara show before departure.
Included Activities:
- Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) Guided Tour
- Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) Guided Tour
- Apsara Show
Meals included: BREAKFAST | DINNER
Day : 5 (Phnom Penh/Sadek)
Cross the border into Vietnam and cruise to Chau Doc. Visit the Tra Su Bird Sanctuary and soak in the view from the top of Sam Mountain.
During border crossing all passengers must stay on board as formalities are done on the riverboat. The boat will usually stay at the border for 2-3 hrs whilst all formalities are completed. Depending on time spent at the border, the itinerary for the afternoon may vary. Although this process is usually quite simple, delays can occur. Please note for visa purposes that the official name of the border in Vietnam is Son Tien border and in Cambodia it is Kaam Samnar border.
Included Activities:
- Border Crossing (Cambodia - Vietnam)
- Tra Su Bird Sanctuary Visit
- Sam Mountain Visit
Meals included: BREAKFAST | DINNER
Day : 6 (Sadek/Mỹ Tho)
Visit the Kien An Cung Pagoda in Sa Dec and take the time to stroll through the market along the river. View the old colonial houses by the delta. Continue on to Vinh Long. Learn about rice popping and opt to wander small paths through the communities here. Continue to Cai Be by local boats and meet up with the vessel. Drop anchor tonight near Thoi Son Island.
Included Activities:
- Sa Dec Visit
- Vinh Long Visit
Meals included: BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER
Day : 7 (Mỹ Tho)
Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda in the morning, catching a glimpse of My Tho town on the way. Cruise to Thoi Son Island by local boats for some local industry visits. Enjoy learning more about coconut product manufacturing and honey farming, with samples of honey and local fruit. Meet traditional musicians here. Opt for a local lunch on the island. Enjoy a farewell cocktail on board before the Captain's dinner.
Included Activities:
- Vĩnh Trang Pagoda Visit
- Coconut Manufacturing Visit
Meals included: BREAKFAST | DINNER
Day : 8 (Ho Chi Minh City)
Depart My Tho in the morning. Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City. Tour ends upon arrival.
Meals included: BREAKFAST