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Journey inclusions 7 nights

7 nights onboard the luxurious Mekong Symphony
Full board including themed dinners, welcome and farewell reception
Complimentary house wine for lunch and dinner
Complimentary local coffee and fine tea selection, soft-drinks, local beer and local spirits
Complimentary water bottle for excursions
Complimentary wifi in-room and public areas
Lotus Cruises exclusive’s series of cultural performances, educational talks, food demonstration classes
English speaking crew and English expert local guides
All entrance fees, transportation as mentioned in the shore excursion program
Deluxe Sampans with cold towel service, fresh fruit and tea/coffee service (where applicable)
Individual VOX listening devices throughout cruise shore excursion program
Shoe cleaning after excursion
Welcome drink and cold towel service following excursions
Transfers from Siem Reap to Kampong Cham and from My Tho to Ho Chi Minh City (coach transfer) or vice versa
Gratuities for crew onboard

Journey inclusions 4 nights

4 nights onboard the luxurious Mekong Symphony
Full board including themed dinners, welcome and farewell reception
Complimentary house wine for lunch and dinner
Complimentary local coffee and fine tea selection, soft-drinks, local beer and local spirits
Complimentary water bottle for excursions
Complimentary wifi in-room and public areas
Lotus Cruises exclusive’s series of cultural performances, educational talks, food demonstration classes
English speaking crew and English expert local guides
All entrance fees, transportation as mentioned in the shore excursion program
Deluxe Sampans with cold towel service, fresh fruit and tea/coffee service (where applicable)
Individual VOX listening devices throughout cruise shore excursion program
Shoe cleaning after excursion
Welcome drink and cold towel service following excursions
Transfers from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho (coach transfer) or vice versa
Gratuities for crew onboard

Journey inclusions 3 nights

3 nights onboard the luxurious Mekong Symphony
Full board including themed dinners, welcome and farewell reception
Complimentary house wine for lunch and dinner
Complimentary local coffee and fine tea selection, soft-drinks, local beer and local spirits
Complimentary water bottle for excursions
Complimentary wifi in-room and public areas
Lotus Cruises exclusive’s series of cultural performances, educational talks, food demonstration classes
English speaking crew and English expert local guides
All entrance fees, transportation as mentioned in the shore excursion program
Deluxe Sampans with cold towel service, fresh fruit and tea/coffee service (where applicable)
Individual VOX listening devices throughout cruise shore excursion program
Shoe cleaning after excursion
Welcome drink and cold towel service following excursions
Transfers from Siem Reap to Kampong Cham (coach transfer) or vice versa
Gratuities for crew onboard

Itinerary 7 nights

DAY 1 (Friday)

SAI GON / EMBARKATION

(15:00) Embark on the luxurious Mekong Symphony cruise. After settling into your elegant suite, enjoy a warm welcome reception in the evening. You'll meet our friendly and professional crew, followed by a safety briefing. Shortly after, a delightful Welcome Dinner will be served in the Tonle Sap Restaurant.

After all guests embark, Mekong Symphony sets sail for Go Cong.

DAY 2 (Saturday)

QUOI SON - CAI BE

Early this morning, Mekong Symphony departs Go Cong and heads toward Quoi Son.

(08:30 – 11:30) Board a sampan and cruise through narrow canals lined with water coconut palms and apple mangroves. After disembarking, take a walk through lush tropical fruit plantations. Then hop on a Lambro 550 to visit a local home where coconut candy is made, and watch how coconut is used in traditional handicrafts. You’ll also have a chance to sample fresh honey, honey tea, and tropical fruits, all while enjoying a live performance of Don Ca Tai Tu, a traditional Vietnamese folk music style. Continue with a peaceful hand-rowed boat ride through the canals, spotting birdlife and daily local life before returning to the sampan and heading back to the ship.

(15:00 – 17:00) In Cai Be, board the sampan to cruise on a tapestry of waterways to shore. We walk through the tropical fruit garden and visit a local house where we learn how to make sticky rice wine. Then back to the sampan and continue into the long and narrow canals of Cai Be to visit an ancient house to learn about family’s story.

Mekong Symphony departs Cai Be and sets sail for Sa Dec.

DAY 3 (Sunday)

SA DEC

(08:30 – 11:00) This morning, take a relaxing sampan ride through narrow Mekong canals, offering a glimpse into the daily life of villagers. Arrive in the town of Sa Dec and visit the historic home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le-famously known as the lover in Marguerite Duras' novel L’Amant (The Lover). Then visit the Chinese Temple Kien An Cung, built in honor of the Huynh family. From there, take a guided walk through Sa Dec’s bustling market, a sensory experience filled with sights, sounds, and colorful displays of fresh produce, seafood, meats, and spices - perfect for photos.

After the tour, Mekong Symphony sails toward Chau Doc.

Evening Entertainment

After dinner, join your fellow guests for a fun and lively music quiz night.

DAY 4 (Monday)

CHAU DOC – BORDER CROSSING

(08:30 – 11:30) After breakfast, begin your exploration of Chau Doc - a vibrant border town known for its riverside charm, cultural diversity, and spiritual landmarks. The tour includes visits to a floating fish farm, the Cham Village, and Hang Pagoda (Cave Pagoda), set on the slopes of Sam Mountain.

Once all guests are back on board, Mekong Symphony cruises to the Vietnam - Cambodia border. After completing immigration formalities, the cruise continues toward Phnom Penh.

Onboard Activities

Tropical Fruit Tasting: Enjoy a flavorful introduction to the region's exotic fruits with a guided tasting and a spring roll-making class hosted by our Chef.

Cultural Costume Presentation: Delight in a vibrant performance featuring traditional national costumes, presented by our talented crew.

Evening Events

Captain’s Cocktail Reception: Before dinner, join the Captain for an elegant cocktail gathering, complete with a ceremonial sabering to celebrate the journey ahead.

DAY 5 (Tuesday)

PHNOM PENH

(08:30 – 11:30) After breakfast, take a tuk tuk ride for a guided morning tour of Phnom Penh’s highlights. First stop: Wat Phnom, the legendary founding site of the city and still an active monastery. Ride along the scenic riverfront to the Royal Palace, official residence of the King of Cambodia. Explore the grounds including the Throne Hall, Moonlight Pavilion, and the Silver Pagoda, which houses Cambodia’s Emerald Buddha and a Maitreya Buddha encrusted with over 9,000 diamonds.

Your tuk tuk awaits to continue to Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21), a former high school turned into the Khmer Rouge's most infamous prison and interrogation center.

Afternoon at Leisure

Spend the afternoon exploring Phnom Penh at your own pace-shop, dine, or sightsee. A shuttle coach with your guide will be available to take you from the port to the Central Market.

Evening Entertainment

Enjoy a Khmer cultural performance on the Sun Deck before dinner, featuring Apsara dance and other traditional folk dances.

Optional Phnom Penh by night tour

(Please contact our Purser to book and pay for the tour)

Join us for a captivating Tuk-Tuk ride around this fascinating and emerging City. Discover the colorful lights, sounds and the breathtaking evening Panorama of Cambodia’s Capital whilst sipping an exotic cocktail.

After Dinner (9 pm) we start at the Port going around Wat Phnom through the city streets on to the Independence Monument, followed by stop at High Grounds Roof Bar for you to sip a complimentary Cocktail whilst enjoying the panoramic view over Phnom Penh.

DAY 6 (Wednesday)

KOH CHEN – KAMPONG TRALACH

In the morning, Mekong Symphony sails from Phnom Penh to Koh Chen.

(09:00 – 11:00) After docking, take a guided walk through Koh Chen village, known for its traditional bronze-smithing. As you approach, you’ll hear the rhythmic sound of artisans hammering heated bronze into beautifully engraved bowls and ceremonial items, a craft still sought after in shops across Phnom Penh and Siem Reap.

(14:30 – 16:30) In Kampong Tralach, take a unique ox-cart ride through lush rice paddies and serene countryside landscapes. Visit Wat Kampong Tralach Leu, a colorful local pagoda where you’ll meet monks and receive a traditional water blessing. Learn how many Cambodians experience monastic life during childhood. The temple’s interior is richly painted with scenes from the Buddha’s past lives. After the visit, take a tuk tuk ride back to the ship.

Mekong Symphony departs Kampong Tralach after the excursion and sails to Kampong Chhnang.

DAY 7 (Thurday)

KAMPONG CHHNANG

(09:00 – 10:30) After breakfast, enjoy a tuk tuk ride to a nearby village in Kampong Chhnang. Explore on foot as your guide introduces you to the village’s specialties, including traditional Khmer pottery, the local market, and the process of making palm sugar (skor t’not) from sugar palms.

After the excursion, Mekong Symphony sets sail for Koh Chen.

Evening Events

Gather in the Saigon Lounge for a Farewell Reception with the crew, followed by a Farewell Dinner in the Tonle Sap Restaurant.

DAY 8 (Friday)

KOH CHEN / DISEMBARKATION

After breakfast, say goodbye to the crew and disembark from the cruise.

A shuttle coach departs at 08:30, with a scenic transfer to Siem Reap. A lunch stop is included en route. Arrival in Siem Reap is expected at around 14:00, at FCC Angkor by Avani.

Itinerary Changes and Amendments

Every effort will be made to follow the itinerary provided, however due the nature of the river and the rural environments we are traveling through, there will be times where modifications are required to the itinerary without prior notice. In such cases, we will do everything we can to make sure the locations visited, and excursions taken are similar to the ones originally planned.

In the event of political problems, natural disasters like earthquakes or even disruption due to weather, festivals or things beyond our control we reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary or an activity in order to maximize the passenger's experience.

Itinerary 4 nights

DAY 1 (Friday)

SAI GON / EMBARKATION (- / - / D)

After all guests embark, Mekong Symphony sets sail for Go Cong.

Anchoring mid-river in Go Cong

DAY 2 (Saturday)

QUOI SON - CAI BE (B / L / D)

Early this morning, Mekong Symphony departs Go Cong and heads toward Quoi Son.

(15:00 – 17:30) In Cai Be, board the sampan to cruise on a tapestry of waterways to shore. We walk through the tropical fruit garden and visit a local house where we learn how to make sticky rice wine. Then back to the sampan and continue into the long and narrow canals of Cai Be to visit an ancient house to learn about family’s story.

Mekong Symphony departs Cai Be and sets sail for Sa Dec.

Anchoring mid-river in Sa Dec

DAY 3 (Sunday)

SA DEC (B / L / D)

After the tour, Mekong Symphony sails toward Chau Doc.

Evening Entertainment

After dinner, join your fellow guests for a fun and lively music quiz night.

Anchoring mid-river in Chau Doc

DAY 4 (Monday)

CHAU DOC – BORDER CROSSING (B / L / D)

Once all guests are back on board, Mekong Symphony cruises to the Vietnam - Cambodia border. After completing immigration formalities, the cruise continues toward Phnom Penh.

Onboard Activities

Tropical Fruit Tasting: Enjoy a flavorful introduction to the region's exotic fruits with a guided tasting and a spring roll-making class hosted by our Chef.

Cultural Costume Presentation: Delight in a vibrant performance featuring traditional national costumes, presented by our talented crew.

Evening Events

Captain’s Cocktail Reception: Before dinner, join the Captain for an elegant cocktail gathering, complete with a ceremonial sabering to celebrate the journey ahead.

Anchoring near Phnom Penh port

DAY 5 (Saturday)

PHNOM PENH/ DISEMBARKATION (B / - / -)

Following breakfast, you say goodbye to the crew as you disembark the cruise.

Itinerary Changes and Amendments

Itinerary 3 nights

DAY 1 (Tuesday)

PHNOM PENH (- / L / D)

Embark in the late morning and lunch onboard.

Afternoon at Leisure

Spend the afternoon exploring Phnom Penh at your own pace-shop, dine, or sightsee. A shuttle coach with your guide will be available to take you from the port to the Central Market.

Evening Entertainment

Enjoy a Khmer cultural performance on the Sun Deck before dinner, featuring Apsara dance and other traditional folk dances.

Optional Phnom Penh by night tour

(Please contact our Purser to book and pay for the tour)

Join us for a captivating Tuk-Tuk ride around this fascinating and emerging City. Discover the colorful lights, sounds and the breathtaking evening Panorama of Cambodia’s Capital whilst sipping an exotic cocktail.

Docking at Phnom Penh port

DAY 2 (Wednesday)

KOH CHEN – KAMPONG TRALACH (B / L / D)

In the morning, Mekong Symphony sails from Phnom Penh to Koh Chen.

Mekong Symphony departs Kampong Tralach after the excursion and sails to Kampong Chhnang.

Anchoring mid-river in Kampong Chhnang

DAY 3 (Thurday)

KAMPONG CHHNANG (B / L / D)

After the excursion, Mekong Symphony sets sail for Koh Chen.

Evening Events

Gather in the Saigon Lounge for a Farewell Reception with the crew, followed by a Farewell Dinner in the Tonle Sap Restaurant.

Docking at Koh Chen port

DAY 4 (Friday)

KOH CHEN / DISEMBARKATION (B / Lunch on the way / -)

After breakfast, say goodbye to the crew and disembark from the cruise.

A shuttle coach departs at 08:30, with a scenic transfer to Siem Reap. A lunch stop is included en route. Arrival in Siem Reap is expected at around 14:00, at FCC Angkor by Avani.

Itinerary Changes and Amendments

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