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Mekong Upstream

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Saigon – Can Tho – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh

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Experience the charm of the Mekong River as you journey upstream from Vietnam to Cambodia. This 5-day adventure takes you from the vibrant streets of Saigon through the lush Mekong Delta, with visits to My Tho, Can Tho, and Chau Doc, before crossing into Phnom Penh. Explore floating markets, riverside villages, and cultural landmarks along the way.

Highlights

Discover the bustling energy of Saigon with a guided city tour.
Cruise along the Mekong Delta, visiting My Tho’s islands and experiencing local life.
Witness the famous Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho.
Explore Chau Doc, known for its Sam Mountain and cultural diversity.
Cross into Cambodia by boat and uncover the rich history of Phnom Penh, from the Royal Palace to the Tuol Sleng Museum.

Itinerary

  1. Welcome to Saigon – Vietnam!
    Upon arrival, transfer from Tan Son Nhat airport to the center of Saigon then check-in at hotel. At leisure to relax and get rid of jet lag.
    We start the city tour at the Reunification Palace, the witness of the fierce Vietnam War ended in 1975. The grand building today is a Museum and Hall of official receptions. Nearby the Palace are the colonial-styled Central Post Office and Ngoc Hoang pagoda. Our last stop this morning will be the busting market of Ben Thanh. 
    Overnight in Saigon. 
    Please note: Hotel check-in time is around 14.00.  
     

  2. Head to the South to My Tho and Ben Tre, the homeland of coconut and family factories with local products. Stop en route to visit Vinh Trang pagoda. Upon arrival in My Tho, we will take a small boat to go between canals into gardens and rural houses, where a lot of families produce coconut candy, feed the bee for honey, or plant juicy fruit. Stop at some families and their small factories. 
    Overnight in Can Tho.
     

  3. Breakfast at the hotel. Drive further 6km to reach Cai Rang morning Floating Market where a colourful display of boats carrying juicy fruits and vegetables gather for daily exchanging. Transfer to our car and driver another hour to Chau Doc, located on the Cambodian border, a riverine mix of people of Viet, Khmer, Cham and Chinese nations. Visit the village of Muslim people in Chau Doc in the afternoon. Overnight in Chau Doc.

  4. Breakfast at hotel.
    Departure of speed boat to Phnom Penh.
    Arrival at Sisowath quay International Port Phnom Penh (arrival time may vary due to current and immigration formalities).
    After the short rest you will visit the impressive colorful Khmer-style Royal Palace Complex build in 1866 by the Predecessors of King Norodom. Nearby is Silver pagoda (the emerald Buddha temple), where contain plenty of Buddha Statues decorated and made by gold, diamond, gemstone and silver. We will stop at Independence monument and explore the National museum, a beautiful Khmer architecture building contains more than 5000 art antiques made by bronze, wood, gold, silver, copper, sandstone and others. We pass through the river-front park where 4 rivers met at a junction include mystical Mekong. Walk up to sacred hill Phnom Daun Penh - also the name of a pagoda and name of the capital nowadays. Enjoy the night time and overnight in Phnom Penh.
     

  5. Breakfast at hotel.
    Free at leisure before transfer (without guide) to the airport for your onward flight.
    End of service. 
    Please note: Hotel check-out time is around 12.00. 
     

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What’s included


English speaking tour guides for transfer and sightseeing (Stations guides)
Accommodation on twin/double/triple sharing basis. 
Daily breakfast at hotels. 
Private air-con transfer during tour
Private boat trip in Mekong Delta
Shared speedboat Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
Water during transfer.  
Entrance fee and Zone fee  
 

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