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Journey along the Mekong Cruise

  • Departure DateSun 5th Jan 2025
  • Scenic River Cruises Scenic Spirit
  • 17 Night Cruise From Ho Chi Minh City
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Itinerary

  • Ho Chi Minh City
  • Cai Be
  • Sa Dec
  • Tan Chau
  • Phnom Penh
  • Oudong
  • Silk Island
  • Angkor Ban, Cambodia
  • My Tho / Wat Hanchey
  • Kampong Cham
  • Siem Reap
  • Luang Prabang
  • Bangkok

What's Included

  • Exclusive Black Friday Sale: Save up to £200 Extra: Quote 'Black Friday' - Hurry ends 02 Dec!
  • Premium Beverages all day everyday
  • Enjoy a choice of five dining options
  • Exclusive Events and Excursions included each day
  • Transfers and gratuities included

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Day 1 - Ho Chi Minh City

Arrive: Sun 05 January 2025

Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known by its previous name, Saigon, is the largest and most populous city in Vietnam. According to the 2019 census, Ho Chi Minh City has a population of over 8.9 million within the city proper and over 21 million within its metropolitan area.

Day 2 - Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known by its previous name, Saigon, is the largest and most populous city in Vietnam. According to the 2019 census, Ho Chi Minh City has a population of over 8.9 million within the city proper and over 21 million within its metropolitan area.

Day 3 - Ho Chi Minh City

Depart: Tue 07 January 2025

Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known by its previous name, Saigon, is the largest and most populous city in Vietnam. According to the 2019 census, Ho Chi Minh City has a population of over 8.9 million within the city proper and over 21 million within its metropolitan area.

Day 3 - Mekong Cruise

Day 4 - Cai Be

Arrive: Wed 08 January 2025 / Depart: Wed 08 January 2025

Cái Bè is a river-land mixed town in Vietnam. It is a rural district of Ti?n Giang Province in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. Along the river, there are docks that handle passengers and goods, and the floating market.

Day 4 - Sa Dec

Arrive: Wed 08 January 2025 / Depart: Wed 08 January 2025

Sa ?éc is a Provincial city in ??ng Tháp Province in the Mekong Delta of southern Vietnam. It is a river port and agricultural and industrial trading center. The Sa ?éc economic zone consists of Châu Thành, Lai Vung and L?p Vò districts. As of January 2018, the city has a population of approximately 202,046.

Day 5 - Tan Chau

Arrive: Thu 09 January 2025 / Depart: Thu 09 January 2025

Tân Châu is a town of An Giang Province in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. As of 2009 the town had a population of 184,129. The town covers an area of 175.68 km². It is famous for Tân Châu silk with the famous product Lãnh M? A, whose black colour comes from the Diospyros mollis's fruit.

Day 5 - Phnom Penh

Arrive: Thu 09 January 2025

Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Market.

Day 6 - Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Market.

Day 7 - Phnom Penh

Depart: Sat 11 January 2025

Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Market.

Day 7 - Oudong

Arrive: Sat 11 January 2025 / Depart: Sat 11 January 2025

Oudong is a town in Cambodia, at the base of Phnom Udong Mountain, northwest of Phnom Penh. It was the site of the royal capital from the 17th to the 19th centuries. The mountain’s 2 mounds are connected by a ridge and dotted with stupas and shrines dedicated to former kings. Chedi Mouk Pruhm is the burial site of King Monivong. The ruins of Arthross Temple house a large golden Buddha.

Day 8 - Silk Island

Arrive: Sun 12 January 2025 / Depart: Sun 12 January 2025

Silk Islands

Day 8 - Angkor Ban, Cambodia

Arrive: Sun 12 January 2025 / Depart: Sun 12 January 2025

Angkor Ban is a khum of Sampov Loun District in Battambang Province in north-western Cambodia.

Day 9 - My Tho / Wat Hanchey

Arrive: Mon 13 January 2025 / Depart: Mon 13 January 2025

Wat Hanchey

Day 9 - Kampong Cham

Arrive: Mon 13 January 2025 / Depart: Mon 13 January 2025

Kampong Cham is a city on the Mekong River in southeastern Cambodia. It's known for its French colonial buildings. To the south, Koh Pen Island is reached via a long bamboo bridge. Just beyond town is Wat Nokor Bachey, where a modern pagoda is built on the site of an Angkorian temple. The hills of Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei have temples at the top. Farther north, Prasat Hanchey has pagodas and Mekong River views.

Day 10 - Mekong Cruise

Day 10 - Siem Reap

Arrive: Tue 14 January 2025

Siem Reap, a resort town in northwestern Cambodia, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–15th centuries. Angkor’s vast complex of intricate stone buildings includes preserved Angkor Wat, the main temple, which is pictured on Cambodia’s flag. Giant, mysterious faces are carved into the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom.

Day 11 - Siem Reap

Siem Reap, a resort town in northwestern Cambodia, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–15th centuries. Angkor’s vast complex of intricate stone buildings includes preserved Angkor Wat, the main temple, which is pictured on Cambodia’s flag. Giant, mysterious faces are carved into the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom.

Day 12 - Siem Reap

Siem Reap, a resort town in northwestern Cambodia, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–15th centuries. Angkor’s vast complex of intricate stone buildings includes preserved Angkor Wat, the main temple, which is pictured on Cambodia’s flag. Giant, mysterious faces are carved into the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom.

Day 13 - Siem Reap

Depart: Fri 17 January 2025

Siem Reap, a resort town in northwestern Cambodia, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–15th centuries. Angkor’s vast complex of intricate stone buildings includes preserved Angkor Wat, the main temple, which is pictured on Cambodia’s flag. Giant, mysterious faces are carved into the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom.

Day 13 - Luang Prabang

Arrive: Fri 17 January 2025

Day 14 - Luang Prabang

Day 15 - Luang Prabang

Day 16 - Luang Prabang

Depart: Mon 20 January 2025

Day 16 - Vang Vieng

Day 17 - Vang Vieng

Day 18 - Vientiane

Day 18 - Bangkok

Arrive: Wed 22 January 2025 / Depart: Wed 22 January 2025

Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, is a large city known for ornate shrines and vibrant street life. The boat-filled Chao Phraya River feeds its network of canals, flowing past the Rattanakosin royal district, home to opulent Grand Palace and its sacred Wat Phra Kaew Temple. Nearby is Wat Pho Temple with an enormous reclining Buddha and, on the opposite shore, Wat Arun Temple with its steep steps and Khmer-style spire.

Scenic Spirit From Scenic River Cruises

Scenic’s Mekong River cruises take place aboard Scenic Spirit, a 279-foot vessel that was launched in 2016 and can accommodate 68 passengers in 34 one-bedroom balcony suites. The Scenic Spirit, offers an almost 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio and is equipped with a sleek swimming pool, a steam sauna, and an open-air cinema. The brand new, custom-built 5-Star ships are the most spacious, luxurious and indulgent vessels on the Mekong and Irrawaddy rivers. With an almost 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio, the largest suites available on the waters on South East Asia, and an opulent collection of decadent amenities at your disposal, guests on board will enjoy the ultimate river cruise experience. Scenic Spirit represents a connection between tradition and innovation. The resort-style pool, relaxing steam sauna and open-air cinema are the sort of facilities you would expect to find in a world-class hotel, while our quiet library, beauty salon and tranquil wellness center offer an abundance of places to escape for a little privacy – or even an indulgent treatment. The journeys to South East Asia combine the best of all-inclusive river cruising. While on board our 5-star fleet almost everything you can think of is included, from unlimited complimentary drinks and diverse dining to near-daily sightseeing excursions, butler service and even a minibar that’s replenished daily. If you choose to extend your journey, you’ll stay in exceptional hotels where breakfast is included every day. With so much to see, you’ll continue to explore with your Freechoice and Enrich programs, while also enjoying the freedom to discover your destination independently.

Ship Cabins

Deluxe Suite

These spacious Suites at 32m²/344ft² are located on the Jewel, Sapphire and Diamond Decks. Each have a private full-length balcony, walk in wardrobe and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin with a separate toilet and shower.

Deluxe Suite

These spacious Suites at 32m²/344ft² are located on the Jewel, Sapphire and Diamond Decks. Each have a private full-length balcony, walk in wardrobe and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin with a separate toilet and shower.

Grand Deluxe Suite

These eight suites on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury at 40m²/430ft² with more space, impeccable service and thoughtful touches. Enjoy an outdoor balcony, separate lounge and dining area, extra-large walk in wardrobe and a luxurious oversized bathroom.

Royal Panorama Suite

At 80m²/861ft², this is the largest suite on the Mekong river. Being up forward on the Diamond Deck, enjoy fantastic views of the passing scenery from your private terrace with outdoor Jacuzzi and day bed. Both Suites have a separate lounge and dining area, walk-in dressing room and a luxurious oversized bathroom offering a separate bathtub, toilet and shower.
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