Mekong Symphony Cruise Upstream 5 days: Ho Chi Minh - Phnom Penh

Afternoon

Arrive at the Mekong Symphony cruise port in Ho Chi Minh City around 15:00 and begin your luxury Mekong journey. After check-in, settle into your elegant suite before the ship sets sail to the tranquil landscapes of the Mekong Delta.

Evening

Meet the Cruise Manager and crew during a Welcome Reception, followed by a safety briefing and an elegant Welcome Dinner at the Tonlé Sap Restaurant.

Later, the Mekong Symphony cruises toward Go Cong, where the ship anchors mid-river for the night.

Morning

Wake up to the tranquil scenery of the Mekong Delta as Mekong Symphony arrives at Quoi Son Islet.

Cruise through peaceful canals by sampan, stroll through lush fruit orchards, and ride a vintage Lambro 550 to visit a local family producing traditional coconut candy and handicrafts.

Enjoy fresh tropical fruits, honey tea, and a live performance of Don Ca Tai Tu, Southern Vietnam's UNESCO-recognized folk music, before concluding the excursion with a peaceful hand-rowed sampan ride through narrow waterways lined with coconut palms and mangroves.

Afternoon & Evening

Arrive in Cai Be and board the sampan to cruise on a tapestry of waterways to shore.

Walk through lush tropical fruit gardens, and visit a local family home to learn the traditional process of making sticky rice wine. The excursion concludes with a visit to a beautifully preserved ancient house, where you'll discover the family's history and the cultural heritage of the Mekong Delta.

Following the excursion, Mekong Symphony departs Cai Be and cruises toward Sa Dec.

Morning

Explore the charming riverside town of Sa Dec with a scenic sampan ride through peaceful canals.

Visit the historic Huynh Thuy Le Ancient House, made famous by Marguerite Duras' novel The Lover, before discovering the elegant Kien An Cung Temple and strolling through the vibrant Sa Dec Market, where colorful local produce and regional specialties offer an authentic glimpse into everyday Mekong life.

Afternoon & Evening

Return to Mekong Symphony for lunch as the ship cruises toward Chau Doc, a vibrant border town known for its multicultural heritage. 

After dinner, join fellow guests for a lively Music Quiz Night, an entertaining evening of friendly competition and laughter as the Mekong Symphony continues its cruise toward Chau Doc, where it anchors overnight.

Morning

Explore Chau Doc, a vibrant border town where Vietnamese, Khmer, Cham, and Chinese cultures have coexisted for centuries.

Visit a traditional floating fish farm, continue to a Cham Village to discover the customs and daily life of the local Muslim community, and conclude the excursion at Hang Pagoda (Cave Pagoda), a peaceful Buddhist temple nestled on the slopes of Sam Mountain.

Afternoon

Return to Mekong Symphony as the ship cruises toward the Vietnam–Cambodia border. While immigration formalities are completed onboard, relax and enjoy the scenic journey into Cambodia.

Take part in enriching onboard experiences, including:

• Tropical Fruit Tasting: Sample exotic Mekong fruits and join the ship's Chef for a hands-on Vietnamese spring roll-making class.
• Cultural Costume Presentation: Enjoy a colorful showcase of traditional Vietnamese and Cambodian costumes presented by the onboard crew.

Evening

Before dinner, join the elegant Captain's Cocktail Reception, featuring the traditional champagne sabering ceremony.

Afterwards, enjoy another gourmet dinner as Mekong Symphony continues cruising toward Phnom Penh.

Morning

Enjoy a final breakfast onboard as Mekong Symphony arrives in Phnom Penh, Cambodia's vibrant riverside capital.

Bid farewell to the crew before disembarking, marking the end of your memorable luxury Mekong River cruise.