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25 Year Anniversary Classic Mekong

  • Duration
    17 days
  • Tour Type
    Group Tour
  • Tour Style
    Classic
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Enjoy a special 25th Anniversary edition of one of our favourite itineraries, featuring Cambodia & Vietnam.

Start amongst the magnificence of the temples of Angkor before joining Wendy Wu (our owner and founder) on a three-night river cruise down the Mekong, complete with shore excursions designed to give you an authentic glimpse of local life. Sail into Vietnam to discover its many treasures, including vibrant Saigon, charming Hoi An and historic Hanoi. End your trip with an overnight cruise through Halong Bay.

For this special anniversary departure, we have added a number of exciting inclusions that are completely exclusive to these tours. Along with the three-night cruise together with our founder Wendy, you'll also enjoy a special mindfulness session on the Mekong, a cocktail at Bitexco Tower's 49th-floor sky bar, dinner with a Vietnamese family in Saigon, a 'basket boat' experience in Cam Thanh and a 25-minute scenic seaplane flight over Halong Bay.

  • Fully Inclusive
    Touring with Guides and entrance fees
  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 15 , Lunches: 14 , Dinners: 15
  • Flights
    International flights and current taxes
  • Accommodation
    15 nights in 4/4+ star accommodation
  • Cruise
    Victoria Mekong Cruise, Halong Bay Cruise
  • Group Tour
    Max Group Size: 18
  • Physical Rating 1Learn More
    X A reasonable level of fitness is required and you should expect to be on your feet for much of the day. You’ll be getting on and off coaches, trains or boats and walking around the sights, often including steps, plus occasional longer walks. Download the detailed tour dossier for details of your chosen tour. Learn More
    Walking, some steps and time on your feet
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Tour Itinerary

  • Days 1-2
    Fly to Siem Reap
    Days 1-2 Fly to Siem Reap

    Fly overnight to Siem Reap. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.

    • Dinner
  • Day 3
    Temples of Angkor
    Day 3 Temples of Angkor

    Rising early, journey to the old city of Angkor Thom and pass through the magnificent South Gate flanked by 54 gods and demons. At Angkor Thom's centre is the enigmatic Bayon, a breathtaking temple of innumerable sculptural decorations. Also admire the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue to Ta Prohm before the rest of the day is dedicated to Angkor Wat, the most magnificent, and best preserved of all of Angkor's treasures.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 4
    Chansar Village and Tonle Sap
    Day 4 Chansar Village and Tonle Sap

    Enjoy a morning at Chansar Village, visiting the home of a local Khmer family who specialise in making brooms. This afternoon, cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, visiting the floating village of Kampong Phluk and observing the way of life of these lake communities.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 5
    Fly to Phnom Penh
    Day 5 Fly to Phnom Penh

    Fly to Phnom Penh and explore by cyclo, with photo stops at the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Visit Wat Phnom before ending the day with a cocktail at one of of the city's best skybars.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 6
    Embark the Victoria Mekong
    Day 6 Embark the Victoria Mekong

    Reflect on Cambodia's tumultuous history with a visit to the Killing Fields, where many civilians became victims of the brutal Khmer Rouge. Return to Phnom Penh for lunch before transferring to Phnom Penh pier. Here, say goodbye to your national escort and board the Victoria Mekong for your 3-night Anniversary Celebration cruise with Wendy, our founder.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 7
    Crossing the border
    Day 7 Crossing the border

    Cross over into Vietnam, taking in the passing scenery. There will be onboard activities available such as cocktail making. Tender ashore in Tan Chau and visit a silk village. In the evening, enjoy a thrilling lion dance performance before dinner.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 8
    Tan Loc
    Day 8 Tan Loc

    Continue downstream, visiting a floating market and local museum. After lunch, head to Dinh Yen Craft Village. Here, you will visit a local family who make beancurd and also a local who makes colourful straw mats. Sail on to Can Tho for a farewell dinner, accompanied by a traditional music performance.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 9
    Cai Be and Saigon
    Day 9 Cai Be and Saigon

    Visit a local floating market before bidding farewell to the Victoria Mekong, boarding the ship's shuttle bus from Can Tho to Saigon. Stop en route in Cai Be for lunch at a scenic villa. In Saigon, you will be met by your Vietnamese National Escort. This evening, enjoy dinner in the dark at Noir, a restaurant supporting Saigon's visually impaired.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 10
    Discover Saigon
    Day 10 Discover Saigon

    Confront the reality of guerrilla warfare at the astonishing Cu Chi Tunnels, used by the Viet Cong during the war. Return to Saigon to explore the iconic sights, such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, Reunification Palace and Central Post Office.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 11
    Journey to Hoi An
    Day 11 Journey to Hoi An

    Fly to Danang, and continue by road to Hoi An. Enjoy a walking tour of this charming town – a wonderfully laidback and wilfully traditional place, whose streets are a delight to wander. Visit Quan Cong Temple, the elaborate Japanese Bridge and the bustling market. Stop en route to visit Reaching Out, a social enterprise craft workshop, and watch the artisans at work.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 12
    Cam Thanh Coconut Village
    Day 12 Cam Thanh Coconut Village

    Enjoy a 'farmer and fisherman' experience just outside Hoi An. Head to Cam Thanh Coconut Village in the coastal Bay Mau Forest, where you'll board an unusual Vietnamese basket boat – thung chai, similar to a coracle – and be paddled through this extraordinary coconut forest.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 13
    Fly to Hanoi
    Day 13 Fly to Hanoi

    After breakfast, fly to Hanoi to explore the Old Quarter by cyclo. Also stop by the Temple of Literature, and make sure to try a traditional egg coffee on the way!

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 14
    Explore Hanoi
    Day 14 Explore Hanoi

    Discover the rest of Hanoi's sights today, with the Ho Chi Minh quarter and Mausoleum, Humble House on Stilts, One Pillar Pagoda and more. In the evening, attend The Quintessence of Tonkin, a beautiful open-air performance on a lake.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 15
    Halong Bay
    Day 15 Halong Bay

    Travel east to Halong Bay, where you'll enjoy a true VIP experience: a Halong Bay seaplane flight offering a unique an unforgettable view of the bay. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a vision of awe-inspiring beauty, it isn't hard to see why it is one of Vietnam's most popular destinations. Stay overnight on a traditionally designed boat on Halong Bay, cruising amongst the karst peaks on the tranquil green waters.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 16
    Halong Bay
    Day 16 Halong Bay

    After a night anchored out on the waters, rise early to see the sun come up over the bay before cruising back to port. Return to Hanoi after brunch and enjoy some time at leisure before the evening's farewell dinner.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 17
    Fly Hanoi to UK
    Day 17 Fly Hanoi to UK

    Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

    • Breakfast

We draw from a wide range of hotels on our holidays, each one is chosen to suit the tour you are travelling on meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Here are some examples of the type of hotel you can expect to find on this tour.

  • Lotus Blanc Resort
    National Road 6, Kruos Village, Krong Siem Reap 17252, Cambodia
    Lotus Blanc Resort
    Perfectly combining a French and Khmer aesthetic, the Lotus Blanc is a 10 minute tuk tuk ride from the lively heart of Siem Reap. Stately but chic, there is a large pool, fitness centre, spa, 3 bars and 3 restaurants serving a variety of local and international dishes. Rooms are expansive, bright and minimalist and boast a balcony, bathroom with rain shower, television, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, armchairs and air-conditioning.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Restaurant
  • Baitong Hotel & Resort
    N. 10 St. 282 BKK1, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    A trendy hotel in the city centre's most interesting district, BKK1. With two pools, a spa, a seafood restaurant and a lantern-lit sky bar, Baitong is a modern oasis with jungle-inspired charm. The heart of the hotel is an 'urban rainforest', with a cascading infinity pool and tumbling greenery.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Swiming Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Bar
  • Muong Thanh Saigon Centre
    Muong Thanh Saigon Centre
    Muong Thanh Saigon Centre Hotel is situated in District 1. Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, slippers and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar, indoor swimming pool and free WiFi.
  • Emm Hoi An
    Emm Hoi An
    This light, bright and stylish hotel, perfectly located for all of Hoi An’s attractions, perfectly combines French colonial and Vietnamese architectural elements. 92 innovatively-designed guest rooms are spacious and have views over the pool, gardens or street – little pops of colour make each room bright and airy. The ensuite bathroom has a shower, and there are little extra touches such as bathrobes to enjoy. The hotel's facilities include a contemporary bar and restaurant, while there is a large swimming pool and lush, tropical gardens to explore.
  • Bhaya Classic
    Bhaya- No. 08, 09, 10, Tuan Chau International Port, Halong, Quang Ninh, Vietnam
    Bhaya Classic
    Aboard a traditional-style junk, refurbished in 2015, a Bhaya Classic cruise offers a convivial atmosphere and classic oriental style. There is a sundeck for admiring the scenery and a spa and jacuzzi for relaxing whilst the restaurant serves freshly prepared Vietnamese and international cuisine. Onboard activities as you cruise include Tai Chi and cooking classes. Cabins are cosy and comfortable with big windows for beautiful views, a fridge and a bathroom with walk in shower.
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 16°c
  • 27mm
  • Hanoi
  • 16°c
  • 19mm
  • Hoi An
  • 22°c
  • 92mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 27°c
  • 26mm
  • Saigon
  • 26°c
  • 14mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 26°c
  • 4mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 17°c
  • 31mm
  • Hanoi
  • 17°c
  • 26mm
  • Hoi An
  • 23°c
  • 32mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 28°c
  • 12mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 4mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 28°c
  • 6mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 20°c
  • 43mm
  • Hanoi
  • 20°c
  • 44mm
  • Hoi An
  • 24°c
  • 30mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 30°c
  • 58mm
  • Saigon
  • 29°c
  • 10mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 30°c
  • 27mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 24°c
  • 91mm
  • Hanoi
  • 24°c
  • 90mm
  • Hoi An
  • 26°c
  • 34mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 30°c
  • 101mm
  • Saigon
  • 30°c
  • 50mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 31°c
  • 84mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 168mm
  • Hanoi
  • 28°c
  • 188mm
  • Hoi An
  • 28°c
  • 56mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 30°c
  • 112mm
  • Saigon
  • 30°c
  • 218mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 30°c
  • 188mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 244mm
  • Hanoi
  • 29°c
  • 240mm
  • Hoi An
  • 29°c
  • 99mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 29°c
  • 177mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 312mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 30°c
  • 205mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 29°c
  • 267mm
  • Hanoi
  • 30°c
  • 288mm
  • Hoi An
  • 30°c
  • 90mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 29°c
  • 196mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 294mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 29°c
  • 233mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 312mm
  • Hanoi
  • 29°c
  • 318mm
  • Hoi An
  • 29°c
  • 104mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 29°c
  • 172mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 270mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 29°c
  • 245mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 206mm
  • Hanoi
  • 28°c
  • 265mm
  • Hoi An
  • 28°c
  • 297mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 28°c
  • 249mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 327mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 28°c
  • 269mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 25°c
  • 119mm
  • Hanoi
  • 25°c
  • 131mm
  • Hoi An
  • 26°c
  • 526mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 27°c
  • 319mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 267mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 28°c
  • 176mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 21°c
  • 55mm
  • Hanoi
  • 22°c
  • 43mm
  • Hoi An
  • 24°c
  • 363mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 26°c
  • 135mm
  • Saigon
  • 27°c
  • 116mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 28°c
  • 62mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Halong Bay
  • 18°c
  • 24mm
  • Hanoi
  • 19°c
  • 23mm
  • Hoi An
  • 23°c
  • 206mm
  • Phnom Penh
  • 26°c
  • 80mm
  • Saigon
  • 26°c
  • 48mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 26°c
  • 12mm
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25 Year Anniversary Classic Mekong map

Places Visited: Siem Reap (3N) – Phnom Penh (1N) – Mekong Cruise (3N) – Saigon (2N) – Hoi An (2N) – Hanoi (2N) - Halong Bay (1N) – Hanoi (1N)

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Departures for Solo travellers only are available for this tour on selected dates.
In addition to being for solos only these departures feature smaller group sizes, free airport lounge access and complimentary cocktails on arrival.

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There are no dedicated Solo departures for this year. You can enjoy any of our tours with no Single Supplement on our Happy to Share option or explore the solo departures in other years.

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