The Lost Civilization Cruise
- A Secret Retreats journey -
John Tue Nguyen (Founder of Heritage Lines)
“For us, every river has a story waiting to be told.”
Highlights of the Journey:
Highlights of the Journey:
- Mekong Delta
- Phnom Penh
- Tonle Lake
- Siem Reap
A mysterious body of water. Flowing through six countries in Southeast Asia. Giving love and life to millions. Received its fame by the legendary God King of ancient Cambodia, King Jayavarman VII, who linked hands with the waters of the Mekong to build the magnificent Angkor civilization. This Mekong river cruise offers one of the most authentic and immersive cruises to Vietnam and Cambodia, with a journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap, touching on culture, history, and natural beauty.
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Your Journey Day by Day
based on 2 people sharing the same cabin
Now it is time to become one with one of the largest streams in Southeast Asia. The afternoon allows you pastime at your private balcony or join our tea time at the open-air bar as the twilight bathes the land of Mekong Delta into a golden haze. During dinner, the ship reaches Cai Be, a charming small town famous for its Catholic French church and traditional food products.
This stretch of the river cruise captures the rustic charm of Vietnam and Cambodia. We drop anchor mid-stream and overnight near Cai Be.
Back on board, lunch is served and you have some time to enjoy a true Vietnamese coffee or simply watch life on the Mekong river banks. In the afternoon, we reach Sa Dec, and embark on a sampan to explore Binh Thanh Island. Some communities here make a living from water hyacinths and traditional rattan weaving. Our Mekong river cruises Vietnam to Cambodia then continues toward Tan Chau, a border town near Cambodia. Our expert guides offer a presentation on “Life on the Mekong Delta.” Dinner is served as we cruise, and a cinema session follows.
A “cyclo” ride returns us to the ship. The evening begins with cocktails and a lecture by a professor from the Royal University of Phnom Penh, offering insight into Cambodia’s modern history. A barbecue dinner and traditional Apsara dance close the day – the kind of experience only found on the best river cruises to Vietnam and Cambodia.
Later, we visit a local school supported by an NGO. The children are always excited to share their music and art. By road, we explore ancient temples including the pre-Angkorian Wat Hanchey and the colorful Wat Nokor. Engage with resident monks for an enriching cultural moment. The boat anchors near Kampong Cham, a key stop on your mekong cruise Vietnam to Cambodia adventure.
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Before lunch, enjoy a lecture on “Geography of the Mekong and Tonle Sap.” Then, take part in a Monks’ blessing ceremony aboard. As we cruise toward Kampong Tralach, enjoy the jungle-like scenery. We reach Kampong Chhnang, a scenic area that showcases life along the Mekong river in its purest form.
Lunch is served as we sail along the narrow Tonle River, heading toward the vast Tonle Lake – the largest freshwater lake in Asia. This area, only navigable in the high-water season, offers majestic sunset views. Celebrate your river cruise with a farewell event, music, and dinner as the boat moors near Siem Reap.
Your Accommodation on this Asia Travel Itinerary
The Lost Civilization Cruise
based on 2 people sharing the same cabin
The total price includes:
accommodation
daily (group) shore-excursions, all entrance fees, transportation as mentioned in the program
transfers to/from the meeting point/ship, tour guide services (English speaking)
taxes, fuel, river pilots, local anchorage fees
daily Tai Chi classes and onboard entertainment
sauna or steam bath
welcome drink, breakfast – lunch - dinner (on full sailing days or as indicated in program)
free flow of beverages - mineral water, soft drinks, juices, tea, coffee - at all times
free flow of local beer and house wine by glass during lunch and dinner
drinking water in cabin and during excursions
insurance (passenger liability), internet throughout the boat (subject to cellular network signal).
The total price does not include:
crew and guide gratuities
visa fees
private transfers and any other transfer not stated in the program
personal expenses and purchases
all further beverages, premium spirits and other services not mentioned under inclusions or in the program,
fuel surcharges if any (please refer to general terms and conditions
medical services
spa treatments (please see special cabin inclusions)
telephone
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