| Cruise |
Jayavarman, 7 Night The Lost Civilisation (Low Water) ex Saigon to Siem Reap |
| Cruise Line |
Heritage Line |
| Ship |
Jayavarman |
| Destination |
Asian Rivers |
| Brief Description |
7 Night Cruise sailing from My Tho to Stueng Trang aboard Jayavarman. |
| Type of Cruise |
River |
| Departure Date |
18 Dec 2027 |
| Cruise Description |
Day 1 Saigon - My Tho - Tan Phong Island (Cai Be)
We welcome our guests in the morning at our Saigon welcome lounge. Relax with a second coffee while our staff collects your details. We bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of Saigon and travel 70 kilometers south overland towards My Tho to embark on our vessel. After checking into your luxurious floating "home," the sailing on this major Asian waterway begins.
A lunch buffet is served in the restaurant as the vessel steadily glides upstream. As twilight bathes the Mekong Delta in a golden haze, take the opportunity to get to know your fellow travelers and join in our official welcome with canapés and prosecco.
During dinner, the ship will likely reach Tan Phong Island area near Cai Be, where we anchor midstream. This is your first glimpse of the bustling area where we will begin our Mekong adventure on land tomorrow. Join us for some late-night entertainment in the evening cinema, featuring interesting classic movies or thrilling documentaries.
Day 2 Tan Phong Island - Binh Thanh Island - Tan Chau
Wake early to embrace the stunning dawn scenery, a time when the Delta's inhabitants have already been active for hours. Energize yourself with our daily morning Tai Chi class before indulging in a lavish breakfast buffet. By local boat, we gain access to the secluded island of Tan Phong, a small island situated in the midst of one of the expansive Mekong River tributaries flowing toward the nearby sea.
Default Morning Excursion (any ship): During a visit to a workshop in the town of Cai Be, we'll have the opportunity to observe the production of rice paper, rice cookies, rice wine and coconut candies. This is a very interesting manual process involving manual labour and special production technics. After the workshop we are heading to Tan Phong Island, a smaller island in the middle of the vast Mekong. We are visiting a local family and their fruit garden offering us various kind of tropical fruits to taste. A buggy ride through the island let us have a glimpse of the local day to day life as it unfolds. We stop at another family’s house. They are specialized in weaving of water hyacinth plants into artistic crafts by hand.
Day 3 Tan Chau - Border Crossing - Phnom Penh
After our morning Tai Chi session and a delightful breakfast, we embark on an exploration of this area, renowned primarily for its aquaculture.
Default Morning Excursion (any ship): Upon disembarking, we immerse ourselves in the vibrant town life of Tan Chau by boarding "xelois" (the Vietnamese word for rickshaws). Your personal xeloi driver leisurely navigates through a network of streets, allowing you to observe workshops, street vendors, shops, and the intriguing day-to-day activities of the locals. Our journey takes us to the local market, where we mingle with residents as they go about their morning shopping routines. Continuing on, we visit a Cao Dai temple and meet with one of the priests, who enlightens us about the unique beliefs and spirit of Cao Dai. Our final destination is a fish farm that has been operated for many years by a local family, who make their livelihood from this distinctive business. Here, we gain insight into the essential knowledge required to manage such a unique enterprise in this region.
Day 4 Phnom Penh
Welcome to Phnom Penh, a city once renowned as the "Paris of the East." Despite its rapid development, it has retained much of its rustic charm and elegance. Phnom Penh is a remarkable city with a history and culture that spans centuries, still palpable at every street corner.
Our full-day sightseeing tour begins right after breakfast, allowing us to explore the city's highlights. We'll start with a cyclo ride, meandering through the town and then visit historic places such as the palace and the silver pagoda. Our journey takes us to the "S21" prison, a poignant and dark chapter in Cambodia's history during the Khmer Rouge regime of the 1970s. Afterward, we'll pause for a delightful lunch in town before continuing to visit one of the country's most famous history museums, "Sosoro," and concluding the tour with a leisurely stroll through the city's French quarter, including the iconic and aptly named monument of Wat Phnom.
In the evening, we invite you to an engaging expert lecture in the lounge. To cap off this eventful day, we'll indulge in a delightful open-air barbecue and gala dinner accompanied by a classic Apsara dance performance. Afterward, feel free to explore the city at night, savouring Phnom Penh's vibrant nightlife or taking in the lively river promenade.
Day 5 Phnom Penh – Kampong Tralach – Kampong Laeang – Mid-River (Tonle Sap Mooring)
Before the sun peeks over the horizon, the cruiser sets sail, entering the Tonle River. The Tonle River is a natural wonder of Cambodia, and the scenery on both sides of the river is a true gem.
Default Morning Excursion (any ship): This morning, we'll enjoy an exciting excursion to discover another part of rural Cambodian, Kampong Tralach countryside. Our ox-pulled cart will transport us along the riverside and down winding back roads, flanked by picturesque rice paddies, until we arrive at a small village. Here, we will have the opportunity to learn about the local NGO school and library project. Alternatively, you can choose to visit the nearby ancient 300-year-old temple and Buddha shrine.
Day 6 Kampong Luang - Prek Bangkong - Angkor Ban (Mekong River)
Default Morning Excursion (any ship): Start the day with a walking tour through Kampong Luang (Royalism words), the renowned "Silver Smith Village," where the artistry of copper, silver, and bronze crafting comes to life. Led by an expert guide, you’ll witness the delicate transformation of raw materials into stunning handcrafted souvenirs.
As you continue your journey, visit the serene Wat Prang, the Royal Buddhist Temple, where the bones of the "King Father" of Cambodia, are enshrined. This sacred site offers a moment of reflection on the king’s legacy, intertwining both history and spirituality. While there, engage with the monks and laymen, learning about their daily lives, rituals, and personal stories.
Day 7 Angkor Ban – Kampong Cham - Stueng Trang
The morning Tai Chi session sets the mood for the day as we begin our tour of Angkor Ban.
Default Morning Excursion (any ship): This place includes a monastery with a delightful local village behind it. You'll have the chance to meet monks during their morning class and engage in friendly conversations with the villagers. As we meander through the village, we'll get as close as possible to the local way of life, collecting wonderful memories of Cambodia's rustic lifestyle. This village is truly a gem to explore offering photographic and touching moments whilst interacting with the local community.
Day 8 Stueng Trang - Siem Reap
Enjoy your final breakfast aboard our floating sanctuary. We disembark the ship and transfer by bus to Siem Reap, which takes approximately 4 hours. To keep you entertained during the journey, our guides will share interesting insights about Cambodia and the region we pass through. We hope you've enjoyed this captivating river cruise as much as our crew does every single time. Take the enchanting memories and friendships with you and share the stories of this amazing river - the Mighty Mekong.
You will arrive in Siem Reap in the early afternoon. |
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| Sailing Dates |
| 20 Dec 2025 |
| 03 Jan 2026 |
| 17 Jan 2026 |
| 31 Jan 2026 |
| 14 Feb 2026 |
| 28 Feb 2026 |
| 14 Mar 2026 |
| 28 Mar 2026 |
| 11 Apr 2026 |
| 05 Dec 2026 |
| 19 Dec 2026 |
| 02 Jan 2027 |
| 16 Jan 2027 |
| 30 Jan 2027 |
| 13 Feb 2027 |
| 27 Feb 2027 |
| 13 Mar 2027 |
| 27 Mar 2027 |
| 10 Apr 2027 |
| 04 Dec 2027 |
| 18 Dec 2027 |
| Pricing |
| Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
| Date |
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Arrive |
Depart |
| 18 Dec 2027 |
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam |
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Transfer to My Tho |
| 18 Dec 2027 |
My Tho, South Vietnam |
Embark |
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| 18 Dec 2027 |
Tan Phong Island, Vietnam |
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| 19 Dec 2027 |
Tan Phong Island, Vietnam |
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| 19 Dec 2027 |
Binh Thanh Island, Vietnam |
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| 19 Dec 2027 |
Tan Chau, Vietnam |
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| 20 Dec 2027 |
Tan Chau, Vietnam |
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| 20 Dec 2027 |
Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
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| 21 Dec 2027 |
Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
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| 22 Dec 2027 |
Koh Chen, Cambodia |
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| 22 Dec 2027 |
Kampong Tralach, Cambodia |
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| 22 Dec 2027 |
Kampong Leaeng, Cambodia |
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| 23 Dec 2027 |
Kampong Luong, Cambodia |
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| 23 Dec 2027 |
Angkor Ban, Cambodia |
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| 24 Dec 2027 |
Angkor Ban, Cambodia |
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| 24 Dec 2027 |
Kampong Cham, Cambodia |
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| 24 Dec 2027 |
Stueng Trang, Cambodia |
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| 25 Dec 2027 |
Stueng Trang, Cambodia |
Disembark |
Transfer to Siem Reap |
| 25 Dec 2027 |
Siem Reap, Cambodia |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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