Destination Reviews
Duration
3 Nights
Journey Type
Cruise only (Please call for flight options)
Ports
6 Ports
14 June
Setting sail from Phnom Penh
Cambodia's lively, youthful capital has shown a remarkable resilience in bouncing back from the horrors of the Khmer Rouge regime. The beautiful Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda shouldn't be missed, while the former Tuol Sleng prison is a harrowing reminder of Phnom Penh's recent past. The riverside Sisowath Quay is a pleasant place for a promenade, and you can stop for a drink overlooking the Mekong at the famous Foreign Correspondents' Club.
15 June
Vietnam: Chau Doc
There is plenty to see in the Mekong town of Chau Doc, including a bustling market, floating fish farms and an array of churches, temples and mosques that reflect the area’s diversity. Interesting excursions include a visit to a local village where you can learn about the unique culture of the Cham people.
15 June
Vietnam: My An Hung
16 June
Vietnam: Sa Dec
The riverfront town of Sa Dec is one of the most appealing destinations in the Mekong Delta, a laid back and peaceful place where boats laden with flowers from the nearby markets ply the waterways, overlooked by beautiful old French colonial villas.
16 June
Vietnam: Cai Be
Cai Be is home to a fascinating floating market, and it’s a great place to observe life along the Mekong. You can learn about the production of rice paper, coconut candy and whisky, and take a trip along the backwaters on a little two-person rowing boat.
17 June
Arriving in My Tho
My Tho is the start or end point for most Mekong river cruises, a busy port situated just under two hours' drive south of Ho Chi Minh City. You're unlikely to spend any time in the town itself, but you'll be able to settle in on board your ship and catch your first glimpses of life on the Mekong Delta, as barges unload their cargo of sand, rice and timber from upriver and little fishing boats float amongst the clumps of water hyacinth.
Your home from home
Launched in 2014, the intimate Aqua Mekon is the most luxurious way to travel on the Mekong river, offering stylish suites and superb cuisine.
What we love
Combining luxury and exploration isn't easy, yet Aqua Expeditions have balanced locally inspired design with modern sophistication and a focus on the destination to create once in a lifetime experiences.
| Capacity | 40 Guests |
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| Crew | 40 International Staff |
| Style | An informal yet chic atmosphere on board driven by the communal spirit of shared exploration. |
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