Jayavarman Cruise - Heritage Line | Phnom Penh - Saigon 4 days 3 nights

Welcome aboard for your journey down the Mekong River. After checking in, please join us in the lobby lounge for your safety briefing.

Once the ship departs, the rest of the morning and the entire afternoon are at your leisure. It's time to experience the relaxing rhythm of this mighty river. The afternoon is perfect for massages*, relaxing on a terrace deck sunbed, or unwinding on your private balcony.

Immerse yourself in the river's tranquility and drift into a state of mild bliss. You may also want to visit the bridge, where the captain often shares fascinating stories about "his" river. If you're curious about Khmer cuisine, join a culinary workshop to enhance your knowledge of local dishes.

As you sip drinks and nibble on treats during afternoon tea, we approach the border and finally arrive in Vietnam. From here, it's just a short distance to Tan Chau, a pleasant, slow-paced border town with a sizeable Chinese, Kinh, and Khmer community. We moor near the city with views of the riverbanks. 

After our morning Tai Chi session and a delightful breakfast, we embark on an exploration of this area, renowned primarily for its aquaculture. Upon disembarking, we immerse ourselves in the vibrant town life of Tan Chau by boarding "xeloi" (Vietnamese 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.

After lunch, we return onboard for a siesta. Later, our expert guides offer a presentation about life in the Mekong Delta as the ship continues to My An Hung near Sa Dec province. My An Hung Village is a wonderful example of a real local village in the Mekong Delta where time has stood still. We gain wonderful insights into the private household of a local family and visit the seasonal vegetable fields to understand what the farmers are currently cultivating. A Vietnamese tea tasting at a local family’s house is accompanied by a presentation of various fruits grown nearby, freshly cut from the tree. An artistic group performs the traditional dragon dance while we taste some fresh fruits.

Back onboard, the ship sails into the sunset towards our next destination. A complimentary cocktail hour with snacks* by the pool, accompanied by music vibes, is offered to enjoy the blue hour before dinner is served.

Wake up 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.

Then, by local boat, we head out to Binh Thanh, one of the larger islands in the Mekong. This island is home to several communities that sustain themselves by cultivating water hyacinths. As you stroll through the village, you'll gain profound insights into local life and witness the entire traditional mat-making process. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to meet a local elderly couple who have spent their entire lives on this island. They enjoy engaging in conversations with foreign visitors.

Afterward, the ship makes its final journey to My Tho, offering some farewell party vibes along the way.  

Enjoy your breakfast aboard your floating home. After breakfast, we will disembark and take a bus transfer from My Tho to Saigon. The journey is about 70 kilometers on the highway, and you'll arrive in Saigon by mid-morning.