Highlights
Set sail in December 2019, the Victoria Mekong offers her passengers an authentic insight into the life of the River, combined with four-star comfort and superior service. The itinerary has a uniquely scenic focus, passing from the lush, green landscapes of Vietnam up to Cambodia’s enchanting capital, Phnom Penh, cruising for four nights upstream or three nights downstream. Shore excursions are designed with an emphasis on experiencing local life, with plenty of opportunities to interact with local people and their captivating culture.
Details
3 NIGHTS DOWNSTREAM CRUISE: PHNOM PENH - CAN THO/SAI GON. DEPART ON SUNDAY.
Day 1: Phnom Penh
The charming capital of Phnom Penh was once known as the “Pearl of the Orient” for its French colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic riverwalk. Against the backdrop of a traditional musical performance, board the Victoria Mekong cruise ship at Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh’s downtown riverside promenade. As the sun sets on the Tonle Sap River, linger over a sundowner on the sun deck while taking in a performance of Khmer Apsara dancing by a troupe of local dancers with the opportunity to meet them afterward. As day turns into night, sit down to a gala dinner to officially welcome you aboard your Victoria Mekong Cruise. Tonight, the ship overnights in Phnom Penh.
Day 2: Phnom Penh - Tan Chau
As the ship begins cruising towards the Cambodia-Vietnam border, enjoy breakfast in the restaurant. After, select from the many on-board activities including a ship’s tour, cocktail competition and cultural lecture. After lunch, the ship sails into Vietnamese waters and anchors in Tan Chau. Tender sampans to visit fish farms and Taoist Temple. Return on board in time for a traditional Vietnamese lion dance. After dinner, enjoy the evening’s entertainment.
Day 3: Tan Chau - Long Xuyen - Tan Loc Island - Can Tho
Wake up to another leisurely breakfast as the ship cruises towards the provincial capital of Long Xuyen in the Mekong Delta. Tender ashore to visit the colorful Long Xuyen Floating Market and the An Giang Museum, with fascinating exhibits on Vietnamese, Chinese, Khmer and Cham cultures in the region. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch as we cruise towards Tan Loc Island where a selection of shore excursions awaits, including tea served in a historic century-old house featuring Chinese, French and Vietnamese architectural elements, visiting an orchard for a taste of exotic fruits from the Mekong Delta, and traveling to a local farm where plum wine is made. Return to the ship and cruise towards Can Tho, the beating heart of the Mekong Delta. Enjoy a final farewell dinner accompanied by a traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music performance known as "Đờn ca tài tử". Overnight in Can Tho.
Day 4: Can Tho Disembarkation - Cai Be - Saigon
After an early snack, board the Mekong Princess and experience Can Tho’s famed floating market, the largest in the Mekong Delta with dozens of boats laden with fruit and vegetables from the region. Return to the ship where breakfast is served while cruising to Can Tho Port and check out. Board a coach for Cai Be where lunch is served at the elegant Le Longanier Restaurant set amidst lush fruit trees by the river. Continue to Ho Chi Minh City by coach, arriving in late afternoon.
Note: Guest can choose to conclude in Can Tho instead of Sai Gon.
4 NIGHTS UPSTREAM CRUISE: SAI GON/CAN THO - PHNOM PENH. DEPART ON WEDNESDAY.
Day 1: Saigon - Cai Be - Can Tho - Tiger Island
Depart Saigon via coach and drive towards Can Tho, the beating heart of the Mekong Delta. Stop at the rustic, riverside town of Cai Be where lunch is served at the elegant Le Longanier Restaurant set amidst lush fruit trees by the river. Continue to Can Tho, arriving mid-afternoon and board the Victoria Mekong cruise ship. As the ship cruises towards Tiger Island, watch the sunset over the Hau River, sundowner in hand. As day turns into night, sit down to a gala dinner to officially welcome you aboard your Victoria Mekong Cruise, accompanied by a traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music performance known as "Đờn ca tài tử". Overnight near Tiger Island.
Note: Guest can choose to depart from Can Tho instead of Sai Gon.
Day 2: Tiger Island - Long Xuyen - Vam Nao
After breakfast tender ashore to visit the colourful Long Xuyen Floating Market and the An Giang Traditions Museum, with fascinating exhibits on Vietnamese, Chinese, Khmer and Cham cultures in the region. After lunch on the ship head ashore and explore Tiger Island by "xe loi" or by sampan, visiting a wood carver and cottage industries such as net weaving and incense shops. Visit a pagoda locally known as “Mr. Tiger’s Temple”, hear the story that won the island its name. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch while cruising towards the provincial capital of Long Xuyen in the Mekong Delta. Return on board in time for dinner and the evening’s entertainment as the ship continues cruising to Vam Nao where we overnight.
Day 3: Vam Nao - Tan Chau
Enjoy breakfast as the ship makes its way to the border town of Tan Chau. Travel by local rickshaw to a silk village to witness all the labor-intensive steps to producing this fine textile, including the use of natural dyes made from tree bark, leaves and fruit. After lunch on board, visit more Mekong Delta attractions, including floating fish farms and a Taoist Temple where you will get your fortune told. There is also an option to travel by speedboat to Chau Doc to see the submerged forest of Tra Su, known for its abundant bird life and picturesque mangroves. Return to the ship in time for a traditional Vietnamese lion dance, followed by dinner and the evening’s entertainment. Overnight near Tan Chau.
Day 4: Tan Chau - Phnom Penh
As the ship begins cruising towards the Vietnam-Cambodia border, enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the restaurant. After, select from the many on-board activities including a ship’s tour, cocktail competition and cultural lecture. We arrive late afternoon in the charming capital of Phnom Penh, once known as the “Pearl of the Orient” for its French colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic riverwalk. Before the farewell gala dinner, take in a performance of Khmer Apsara dancing by a troupe of local dancers with the opportunity to meet them afterward. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 5: Phnom Penh
Enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarking at Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh’s downtown riverside promenade.
Special Rates
Please contact us for the best cruise rates.
Services included
- Accommodation on ship
- Welcome drink
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner on full sailing days or as in program
- Free flow of soft beverages all day (mineral water, soft drinks, tea, coffee), local beers
- Free flow of house wine by the glass during lunch and dinner
- Daily signature cocktail from 18:00 to 19:00
- Complimentary refillable bottles (one per passenger) with water stations on all decks
- Transfers to/from meeting point/ship if included in program
- Group offshore excursions included in program
- All entrance fees during offshore excursions
- Transportation during offshore excursions
- Tour guides services (English speaking) during cruise
- Onboard entertainment
- Internet throughout the boat (subject to cellular network signal)
- Additional complimentary room benefits subject to room category
- Insurance (passenger liability)
- Taxes, Fuel, River Pilots, local anchorage fees
- Ship crew gratuities
Only included for Downstream Cruise 1 (Phnom Penh - HCMC) and Upstream Cruise 1 (HCMC - Phnom Penh)
- Transfer by road one way between Ho Chi Minh City (pick up/drop off at EMM Hotel Saigon) and Can Tho Harbor
- Lunch at Le Longanier Restaurant, including 01 soft drink or beer per person
Services not included
- Port tax (1,508,000 VND per passenger) levied by Vietnam and Cambodia Port Authorities, subject to any change by the Port authorities
- Tour guide gratuities
- Visa fees
- Private transfers and any other transfers not in program
- Optional excursions (such as Excursion to Tra Su Bird Sanctuary in Chau Doc)
- Personal expenses and purchases
- All further beverages, premium wines and spirits
- Ancillary services not mentioned in program such as Massage services
- Fuel surcharges if any
- Medical services
- Telephone expenses
Terms & Conditions
PAYMENT
Booking is made more than 180 days prior to cruise date: A 20% deposit of total value is required upon confirmation. The balance must be paid at least 180 days prior to cruise date.
Booking is made less than 180 days prior to cruise date: 100% of total value is required upon confirmation.
Payment method: by bank transfer or by credit card. Client/remitting party must cover their own bank charges. Credit card payment incurs a merchant service fee of 2% for Visa, Mastercard and 3% for American Express, in addition to the total amount payable. Booking will be cancelled if payments are not received on due date(s).
CANCELLATION/AMENDEMENT
Cancellations or amendments must be informed in writing. E-mail cancellation or booking amendments are only effective once re-confirmed by FantaSea Travel. We strongly recommend to advice passenger to purchase travel insurance to cover cancellation cost if any. Should you have to cancel or amend, the following terms will apply:
More than 180 days: admin fee of $50/person
From 61 to 180 days: 20% of total value
From 31 to 60 days: 50% of total value
Within 30 days or no show: 100% of total value
Certain special offers may be non-refundable/non-amendable. These will be advised to you at the time of booking. Refund can take up to 45 days after cancellation date.
