Most cruises start in Saigon, explore the charming Mekong Delta, and end in Phnom Penh in Cambodia. The most usual cruise stops are Cai Be, Can Tho, Sa Dec, and Chau Doc.

After disembarking, you can take a separate Phnom Penh city tour (not included in the cruise) to the Royal Palace, Silver Palace, and National Museum,...

Cruises between Saigon and Phnom Penh usually last from 3 to 5 days, depending on the itinerary and stops along the way.

Below are the most recommended Saigon to Phnom Penh cruises, based on prices, services, and customer recommendations:

• RV Mekong Princess Cruise 5 days: From US$ 1,613/pax.
• Victoria Mekong Cruise 5 days: From US$ 1,092/pax.
• Heritage Line Jayavarman Cruise 4 days: From US$ 1,229/pax.
• Mekong Eyes Explorer 4 days: From US$ 591/pax.
• Dragon Eyes Cruise 3 days: From US$ 536/pax.

Vietnam Visa

Vietnam has visa exemptions for some European countries for up to 30 or 45 days. You can check your Visa requirements by typing your nationality here.

We strongly recommend applying for a Vietnam e-Visa in advance, preferably through a reputable agency such as BestPrice Travel (€34,8/person).

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

Cambodia Visa 

All Europeans need a Visa to enter Cambodia. For the upstream cruise to Phnom Penh, your cruise line will assist with visa-on-arrival processing at the water border.

• Cost: €43,4 - €65,1/person
• Required: Passport (valid for at least 6 months), 1 passport-size photo, cash for the visa fee.

A Saigon-Phnom Penh cruise typically costs from €152 to €408 per person/day, depending on the cruise length and level of service.

Here are some sample prices for reference (transportation fee excluded):

• 3 days: From €456 to €566 per person
• 4 days: From €502 to €1,046 per person
• 5 days: From €928 to €1,371 per person