Majestic Mekong Odyssey – Southeast Asia’s Lifeline – 8 Days

Rise early for a stunning sunrise and join a Tai Chi session on deck. After breakfast, arrive at Kampong Chhnang, a “water world” of floating villages built on stilts. Embark on a walking tour of a nearby rural village, observing traditional Khmer pottery and palm sugar production. Explore the region’s wetlands before returning to the cruise. Lunch is served as the ship sails along the Tonle River toward Kampong Tralach, passing lush jungle and riverside communities. Continue to Kampong Cham, where the cruise moors for the night. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, attend an onboard presentation about a local NGO project supporting Cambodian youth education, with children showcasing their art and music skills. Disembark to visit Wat Hanchey, a 7th-century hilltop temple offering sweeping views of the Mekong River. In the afternoon, arrive at Koh Oknhatey, an island renowned for its high-quality silk production. Take a tuk-tuk tour to explore silk workshops and local life. The cruise docks in Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s vibrant capital. Spend the evening at leisure, exploring the city’s nightlife or relaxing on board. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Discover Phnom Penh’s blend of history and elegance. After breakfast, visit the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek, a somber memorial to the Khmer Rouge’s atrocities. After lunch, explore the National Museum, home to Khmer artifacts, and the Silver Pagoda, part of the Royal Palace complex. In the evening, enjoy a captivating traditional Khmer dance performance accompanied by live music during dinner. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Gather in the lounge for an engaging lecture on Cambodia’s modern history. In the afternoon, join a Cambodian cooking class to learn local culinary techniques. The cruise crosses the Vietnam-Cambodia border, completing customs formalities, and moors at Tan Chau, a Mekong Delta town in Vietnam. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, ride a traditional xe loi (motorized rickshaw) through Tan Chau’s streets, visiting local workshops and a bustling market. Interact with vendors and practice bargaining. Journey to My An Hung, a serene Delta village. Walk across monkey bridges, explore vegetable fields, and enjoy Vietnamese tea and juice at a local home. At dusk, gather on the riverbank with cocktails to reflect on the day. The cruise sails to Sa Dec, mooring for the night. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive at Binh Thanh Island, one of the Mekong Delta’s largest islands. Disembark to wander villages, gaining insights into local life and observing the traditional mat-weaving process with a hands-on experience. In the afternoon, sail to Cai Be, known for its historic Catholic French church and traditional crafts. Visit a workshop to learn about rice wine and rice paper production, and admire the Delta’s lush canal network and working farmers. At sunset, enjoy a farewell event with traditional art, music, and cuisine. The cruise moors in My Tho. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, disembark the Jayavarman in My Tho. Board a private bus for a scenic transfer to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), concluding your Mekong adventure. Meals: Breakfast