Top 10 Mekong Cruises Vietnam Rated by Singaporean Travelers
RV Mekong Navigator Cruise Upstream 5 days: Saigon - Phnom Penh
Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Cai Be - Sa Dec - Phnom PenhTheme: CulturalHighlights- Make the short journey from ship to shore by traditional sampan to visit a local village where hundreds of sampans and rowing boats are made daily
- Enjoy a walk around the beautiful evergreen island, stopping for a visit at the home of a local war veteran.
- Visit the small museum and Buddhist memorial stupa and learn more about the atrocities committed during the Pol Pot’s regime
View tourSGD$2,104$1,795/paxRV Mekong Princess Cruise Downstream 3 days: Can Tho - Saigon
Can Tho - Ben Tre - Ho Chi Minh City- Holiday Season Sale: 35% OFF!
Theme: Interact with local, Relaxation, CulturalSuitable: Couples & Honeymoon, Luxury Travellers, Singles & Solo, Group Travel, SeniorsHighlights- Immerse in the unique and dynamic lifestyle through each of these picturesque water passages
- Enjoy the enchanting Cai Rang floating market near Can Tho, where sampans weave through a bustling aquatic marketplace
- Witness traditional artisans, capturing the art of making coconut candy and noodle
- Indulge in the vibrant scenes of the Mekong Delta together with an interesting workshop
View tour23% offSGD$1,466$1,086/paxHeritage Line Jahan Cruise Upstream 4 days: Saigon - Phnom Penh
9.2Excellent - 10 reviewsA nice traditional hotel with a French history blended in.Mr. Mark Barron -Australia
Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be - Tan Chau - Phnom Penh - Sa Dec - My ThoHighlights- Get the charge out of the bustling local life in the Mekong Delta community
- Enjoy the sightseeing tour with scenic landscapes of the river area
- See eye-to-eye the art of inspiring aquaculture & craftsmanship
- Experience 24-hour professional services and resort-like facilities
View tour5% offSGD$1,620$1,620/paxMekong Eyes Classic Cruise 3 Days: Cai Be - Can Tho
9.1Excellent - 28 reviewsThis time with the Mekong Eyes the trip was just enjoyable. The rooms are big enough…Mike Eckenigk -Germany
Can Tho - Cai Be - Mekong Delta - Cai Rang Floating Market - Tan Phong IslandHighlights- Spend a leisurely day exploring the rural village and interacting with local people.
- Relax on the sundeck and enjoy the fantastic scenery on the Mekong Delta.
- Visit the busy and active Cai Rang floating markets for shopping.
View tour40% offSGD$450$450/paxDragon Eyes Cruise 3 days: Saigon - Phnom Penh (by Speedboat)
9.3Excellent - 6 reviewsI give you a ten out of ten for the whole trip. thank you so muchMr.Michael Gruschel -Australia
Cai Be - Can Tho - Chau Doc - Phnom Penh - Cai Rang Floating Market - Tan Phong IslandHighlights- Natural and peaceful excursion in tropical fruit orchards, countryside village, etc
- Visit the bustling Cai Rang floating markets to explore the lush vegetation of the Mekong Delta
- Get closer to the Mekong lifestyle in local households
- Take a short speed boat trip to Phnom Penh
View tour40% offSGD$705$705/paxAqua Mekong Expedition Cruise 8 days: Saigon - Siem Reap/ Phnom Penh
9.8Excellent - 3 reviewsWe were absolutely thrilled with our 7-night cruise aboard the Aqua Mekong Boat…Ms.Susan Baxter -Australia
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta - My Tho - Sa Dec - Chau Doc - Phnom Penh - Tonle Sap Lake…- Early bird: 30% OFF!
Highlights- Explore a floating market by Sampan; meet a family at home & taste their local foods
- Visit the local market and the house of French author Marguerite Duras
- Explore the Tra Su flooded forest in a local boat. Search for 70 native bird species & rare turtles
- Easy climb to visit the Mahayana Buddhist monks at Sam Mountain monastery; shop with the chef
- Tour the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda & National Museum in Phnom Penh
- Sip sundowners on deck as 3‐Nighters arrive; evening Khmer apsara dance performance
- Head by skiff into Prek Toal Core Bird Reserve; transfer to Siem Reap
View tour30% offSGD$9,800$9,800/paxHeritage Line Jayavarman Cruise Upstream 4 days: Saigon - Phnom Penh
9.5Excellent - 13 reviewsExcellent trip, just the right amount of relaxation to activities. Would highly…Ms.Jan Reece -Australia
Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be - Tan Chau - Phnom Penh - Mekong DeltaHighlights- Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Mekong Delta
- Learn about the fantastic native life on the water
- Try local specialties and get to know how they are made
View tour5% offSGD$1,617$1,617/paxSong Xanh Sampan - Life on the River 2 Days: Cai Be - Can Tho
9.2Excellent - 6 reviewsGreat trip one of the hilights of our 3 week Vietnamese tour, excellent staff and…Mr.Stephen Harold Hartman -Australia
Cai Be - Vinh Long - Can Tho - Mekong DeltaTheme: Off the beaten track, Relaxation, CulturalSuitable: Couples & Honeymoon, Luxury Travellers, CharterHighlights- Discover factories producing coconut candy, puffed rice, and clay pots, immersing yourself in the traditional craftsmanship
- Experience Delta cuisine, from tofu skin-making to coconut candy and puffed rice snacks
- Visit ancient houses, floating markets, Cao Dai temples, and rural villages for cultural immersion
- Enjoy stunning sunsets, delicious dinners, and a complimentary bottle of wine for a perfect private getaway
View tour26% offSGD$528$528/paxMekong Eyes Classic Cruise 2 Days: Cai Be - Can Tho
8.8Very good - 25 reviewsThe boat was excellent, food very good, staff incredible. totally enjoyable experience.…James Smith -United States
Can Tho - Cai Be - Cai Rang Floating Market - Tan Phong Island - Mekong DeltaHighlights- Take part in many interesting activities in the daily life of local people
- Witness the green fruit orchards and rice fields in the countryside
- Explore Cai Rang floating market, one of the most bustling areas on the Mekong River
View tour40% offSGD$271$271/paxRV Mekong Princess Cruise Upstream 5 days: Saigon - Phnom Penh
9.8Excellent - 6 reviewsMany thanks to Ms. Moon for suggesting us this enjoyable trip. We said we wanted…Ms.Adela Toma -Germany
Ho Chi Minh City - Ben Tre - Can Tho - Cu Lao Gieng Island - Phnom Penh- Holiday Season Sale: 35% OFF!
Theme: Interact with local, Relaxation, Cultural, HistorySuitable: Couples & Honeymoon, Luxury Travellers, Singles & Solo, Group TravelHighlights- Admire the tranquility and untouched beauty of the Mekong River
- Explore a variety of traditional cultures in Vietnamese villages
- Experience the authentic local life
View tour28% offSGD$2,729$2,122/pax
FAQs
Vietnam Mekong cruises offer amazing experiences. They explore the charming Mekong Delta or even go further to Cambodia.
These cruises often start in Vietnam’s fast-paced cities, ending in the more relaxed temple region (nice "slowdown" effect). They provide easier flight connections to Saigon.
Vietnam cruises are ideal if you prefer ending with a cultural highlight (Mekong Delta/Cambodia) and you’re flying into Vietnam first.
A Vietnam Mekong River cruise can last anywhere from 1 to 8 days, depending on your chosen itinerary.
- Short cruises (1 - 3 days) usually explore the Vietnamese Mekong Delta, with highlights like floating markets and local villages.
- Mid cruises (4 - 5 days) visit the Mekong Delta and travel to Phnom Penh in Cambodia.
- Long cruises (7 - 8 days) expand the exploration to Siem Reap, offering a deeper cultural journey through both Vietnam and Cambodia.
The best time to travel on a Mekong River cruise in Vietnam is from November to February, during the dry season. The weather is cooler, humidity is lower, and river levels are still high from the rainy season, making for smooth cruising and lush scenery.
March to April is also good, though it gets hotter. The rainy season (June to October) has vibrant landscapes, but there's a higher chance of showers and itinerary changes.
Here are the best Vietnam Mekong River cruises, based on customer reviews, prices, and services (transfer fees are not included in the price).
- Cai Be Princess Day Cruise (from US$ 110/pax).
- Song Xanh Sampan 2 Days: Cai Be - Can Tho (from US$ 401/pax).
- RV Mekong Princess Cruise 3 days: Saigon - Can Tho (from US$ 825/pax).
- Victoria Mekong Cruise 5 days: Saigon - Phnom Penh (from US$ 1,092/pax).
- Heritage Line Jahan Cruise 8 days: Saigon - Siem Reap (from US$ 2,604/pax).
No, it is not required. Singaporean citizens entering Vietnam & Cambodia will be exempted from a visa for 30 days. You just need to bring your passport (valid for more than 6 months) on arrival.
A Vietnam Mekong River cruise can cost between SGD$ 110 and SGD$ 428/person/day. The price varies widely based on the cruise length, vessel type, and level of luxury.
Here are some prices for reference for different itineraries (transfer fee is excluded):
- Day cruise: From SGD$ 145 - 158/pax.
- 2 - 3 day cruise: From SGD$ 265 - 1,086/pax.
- 4 - 5 day cruise: From SGD$ 778 - 2,122/pax.
- 7 - 8 day cruise: From SGD$ 1,992 - 3,426/pax.