Mekong River Cambodia to Vietnam Cruises

Cruises from Cambodia to Vietnam usually last between 4 and 9 days, depending on your chosen route. The start/end points are often Phnom Penh/ Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City/ Can Tho.

• Shorter trips (4 - 6 days) focus on Phnom Penh and the Mekong Delta.
• Longer journeys (7 - 9 days) add explorations around Siem Reap with cultural stops.

Australian citizens will need a valid visa for the downstream Cambodia-Vietnam cruise.

Cambodia Visa 

You'll need to obtain a Visa on Arrival at one of Cambodia's international entry points.

• Available at: Major international airports (Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville) and certain land borders.
• Validity: 30 days (Tourist Visa - T class)
• Requirements: Passport (at least 6 months validity), 01 passport-sized photo, Visa fee (around 46.5 - 54.25 AUD/person), and completed visa application form (available at the airport/land border).

Vietnam Visa

We strongly recommend applying for a Vietnam e-Visa in advance, preferably through a reputable agency such as BestPrice Travel (62 AUD/person).

NOTE: Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date. 

Here are the top Cambodia-Vietnam cruises, with the best price and Assie tourists' reviews (the price does not include transfer service): 

• Victoria Mekong Cruise 5 days: Phnom Penh - Saigon (from 1,733 AUD/pax) 
• RV Mekong Navigator Cruise 8 days: Siem Reap - Saigon (from 3,522 AUD/pax)
• Heritage Line Jayavarman Cruise 4 days: Phnom Penh - Saigon (from 1,951 AUD/pax)
• Toum Tiou II Cruise 9 days: Siem Reap - Saigon (from 2,403 AUD/pax)
• Heritage Line Jahan Cruise 8 days: Siem Reap - Saigon (from 4,133 AUD/pax)

A Cambodia to Vietnam cruise typically costs from 233 to 504 AUD/person/day. The price varies based on the length of the voyage and the level of service provided. 

The following is the average price for various itineraries (excluding transfer fees): 

• 4 - 6 days: From 916 - 2,809 AUD/person.
• 7 - 9 days: From 2,347 - 4,134 AUD/person.

Here are some of the top things to do after you visit Vietnam (for 2 - 3 day stays).

Disembark in Saigon:

• Join a city tour: War Remnants Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and Central Post Office.
• Shopping in Ben Thanh Market – local food and souvenirs.
• Explore Cu Chi Tunnels.
• Nguyen Hue Walking Street – lively at night.

Disembark in Can Tho:

• Cai Rang Floating Market – best early morning (start ~5–6 AM).
• Boat tour of small canals & fruit gardens.
• Ninh Kieu Wharf – riverside dining and walking.
• Ong Pagoda – a small but vibrant Chinese temple.