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Downstream Mekong River Cruise Tours from Siem Reap To Phnom Penh 3-Day
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
The mighty Mekong beckons aboard Mekong Dawn from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh. Float past Kampong Phluk's floating community, take traditional ox-cart rides in Kampong Tralach, and visit Koh Chen's silversmith artisans. Air-conditioned cabins and authentic Southeast Asian cuisine complete the journey.
Duration 3 days Destinations Siem Reap, Kompong Chhnang, Kampong Tralach, Koh Chen, Phnom Penh Age Range 5 to 70 year olds Operated in English Operator DNQ Travel From
- US$979
The Mekong in a different way - Between adventure and must-seesites (port-to-port cruise) (from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
The boutique Toum Tiou 2 vessel combines cultural wonders with adventure. Marvel at UNESCO-listed Angkor Wat complex, paddle through Cai Be, and float through Tra Su Forest. Local life unfolds through Vespa food tours in Ho Chi Minh City, ox-cart rides in Kampong Tralach, and visits to floating villages on Tonlé Lake.
Duration 11 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Kampong Tralach, Koh Chen, Siem Reap Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
- US$2,550
The Mekong in a different way - Between adventure and must-seesites (10 destinations)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelersMega Sale
UNESCO-listed Angkor Wat stands as gateway to a Mekong adventure aboard Toum Tiou 2. Kayak in Cai Be, cycle through Kampong Chhnang's pottery villages, and tour Phnom Penh's Royal Palace. Cable cars ascend Sam Mountain while floating villages dot Tonlé Lake. Vespa street food tours and traditional Apsara dance performances add local flavor.
Duration 11 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Kampong Tralach, Koh Chen, Siem Reap Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From $3,029
25% Off- US$2,284You save $745
Temple Discovery and Luxury Mekong Cruise
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Our voyage on Scenic Spirit exceeded our expectations. It was an amazing experience!”
Jared, traveled in February 2020
Mega Sale
Scenic Spirit sails past ancient temples, floating markets, and silk villages. Wat Hanchey monastery, Phnom Penh's Royal Palace, and Tan Chau's bird sanctuary highlight the route. Luxury suites with butler service, multiple dining venues, and exclusive cultural experiences await.
Duration 11 days Destinations Siem Reap, Hanchey, Kampong Cham, Angkor Ban, Silk Island, Phnom Penh, Tan Chau, Sa Dec, Cai Be, Ho Chi Minh City Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $11,735
47% Off- US$6,178You save $5,557
Mekong Upstream Vietnam Cambodia on Mekong Navigator
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“You must book this tour!!!!”
NicholasDaly, traveled in February 2020
The luxurious Mekong Navigator, with 34 elegant suites, charts a course through Ben Tre's coconut farms, Cu Lao Gieng's colonial architecture, and Phnom Penh's cultural treasures. Traditional performances, regional cuisine, and complimentary beverages enhance the journey.
Duration 8 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cu Lao Gieng, Phnom Penh, Kampong Cham, Siem Reap, Ben Tre Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Lotus Cruises From
47% Off- US$2,699
What people love about Mekong Cruises
- Temple Discovery and Luxury Mekong Cruise
Our voyage on Scenic Spirit exceeded our expectations. It was an amazing experience!
- Mekong Upstream Vietnam Cambodia on Mekong Navigator
Great tour with nice food and friendly people.
- Mekong Upstream Vietnam Cambodia on Mekong Navigator
You must book this tour!!!!
Travel Mekong your way
Explore a wide diversity of river cruises through Mekong. We have 73 cruises that vary from 2 days to 24 days. With the greatest number of departures in October, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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- 4.5 (399 reviews)
"The cruise was excellent. However the initial meeting was badly organised and it was difficult to know where we would meet up. Only after meeting did we find out that the first day of the cruise was cancelled and we would have to go by bus to start the cruise next day. No one from Croisi or from TourRadar had told us about this, but everyone else knew. Although the cruise was advertised as English speaking, we were the only native English speaking people on the cruise. Luckily the Finns who were more than half the passengers all spoke excellent English and we got on well with them. At the end of the cruise, the cruise director and local guide were very helpful in getting us to our hotel in Siem Reap, which was different to the one the others were staying at.
- Tours
- 15 tours
- Age range
- 1 to 99 years old
- Adventure type
- River Cruise
- Response time
- 27h
- Response rate
- 88%
- Average price
- $369
- 5.0 (138 reviews)
"My review is all about you tourrador You charged me $759. USD MORE than any other agents selling this cruise. That to me is a big scam MEKONG DAWN.COM selling this same cruise for $1.199 for 2 people MEKONG BOAT.COM selling this same cruise for $1.120 for 2 ASIA KING TRAVEL selling same cruise for $1.120. For 2 The cabins on this cruise are all the same, there this NO upper deck cabins like your advertising. And suggested. I paid you $1958 USD that is more than $759 usd overcharge by your company I would like to be refunded this amount Either from TOURRADAR or DNQ TRAVEL .COM Mr MINH when changing $1958 to AUD this was Over $3.150 I paid for a 2 night cruise Refund please
- Tours
- 3 tours
- Age range
- 1 to 75 years old
- Adventure type
- River Cruise
- Response time
- 20h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $381
- 4.5 (38 reviews)
"Our voyage on Scenic Spirit exceeded our expectations. It was an amazing experience!
- Tours
- 7 tours
- Age range
- 12 to 99 years old
- Adventure type
- River Cruise
- Response time
- 17h
- Response rate
- 84%
- Average price
- $795
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Mekong tours for every type of group
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Group
75 tours in MekongExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Mekong. We have 75 adventures that vary from 2 days to 25 days. With the greatest number of departures in October, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Top Mekong travel itineraries to fit your plans
Siem Reap, Hanchey, Kampong Cham, Angkor Ban, Silk Island, Phnom Penh, Tan Chau, Sa Dec, Cai Be, Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Koh Chen, Koh Oknha Tei, Angkor Ban, Koh Pen, Kampong Cham, Siem Reap
Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Phnom Penh, Oudong, Angkor Ban, Kampong Cham, Siem Reap, Luang Prabang, Bangkok
Demographics
Our solo travelers on the Mekong really connect with the river cruise experience - it's got this nice balance of being social when you want and having your own space when you need it. There's one cruise that our clients particularly love; it takes you into smaller villages away from the usual tourist spots, so you're seeing real local life but can always head back to the comfort of your boat community. The daily schedule works well for solo guests, mixing group activities with plenty of free time to do your own thing. What makes it special is how the staff create this warm, inclusive feeling where single travelers naturally get to know other guests over meals and village visits, while still having quiet moments to watch life unfold along the river from their private cabin.
The luxury Mekong cruises work beautifully for couples - they blend romance with real cultural experiences in a way that our guests really appreciate. Several routes feature intimate morning champagne service near ancient temples, private dining on your balcony and couples treatments in the onboard spa. There's this particularly good cruise that includes special VIP seats at the Cambodian Phare Circus and temple dinners by candlelight. Another favorite gets couples cooking local dishes together in hands-on classes and then enjoying evening drinks while watching the sunset from deck. The cabins themselves are lovely - they've got these beautiful French colonial details and big windows, so couples can take in the changing river views together in their own private space.
Solo Travelers52 tours All tours for Solo Travelers- Couples50 tours
- Seniors (50+)43 tours
Best time to visit
- Spring 2025
Spring brings lush landscapes along the Mekong, perfect for river cruises in Vietnam. Witness the spectacular Khmer New Year celebrations in Cambodia.
- 19 tours
- popular 27 tours
- Summer 2025
Summer is an excellent time to visit the famous floating markets along the Mekong River. Explore Cambodia’s Angkor Wat in the early morning or late afternoon.
- popular 26 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2025
Autumn sees less rain and also fewer tourists, making for a peaceful and authentic travel experience. Attend the Mid-Autumn Festival in Vietnam for a unique cultural celebration.
- 32 tours
- popular 40 tours
- 33 tours
- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter in the Mekong is cool and ideal for exploring temples in Laos. Attend the Pha That Luang Festival in Vientiane for a vibrant cultural experience.
- 17 tours
- popular 27 tours
- 27 tours
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