Experience the majestic wonders of Southeast Asia on an 8-day, 7-night Aqua Mekong Expedition from January 1–8, 2027. This luxury river safari takes you through the heart of Vietnam and Cambodia, blending five-star comfort with deep cultural immersion.
Cruising Asia’s Mekong River between Vietnam and Cambodia, Aqua
Mekong is a floating five-star hotel with a guest-to-guide ratio of 1:1. This is
the only ship on this stretch of the river to offer a fully equipped gym,
screening room, outdoor cinema, and private launch boats.
CA B I N F EATU R E S
20 individually designed suites with a
California king-sized bed convertible into twin
beds, floor-to-ceiling windows, large double
closets, and security box. Bed options range
from a single twin (1.05m x 2m) to a California
king-sized bed (2.1m x 2m), with a sofa bed
(4m) convertible into a single bed for
non-balcony cabins.
INCLUSIONS
All meals, non-alcoholic beverages, and house
wines and beers, laundry, group transfers in
Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City, and
complimentary access to high-speed Wi-Fi.
SOCIAL AREAS
Indoor and outdoor bars
Indoor and outdoor dining areas
Outdoor lounge and plunge pool
Indoor cinema
Lobby lounge
Observation deck
Library/Games room
Gym
Spa
Boutique
BICYCLES AND KAYAKS
16 bicycles and eight kayaks are
provided free of charge on board, for
passengers to explore independently
with a guide on shore and river.
TENDERS
Four auxiliary aluminum launch boats
with retractable canopy covers, each
equipped with two low-emission
four-stroke engines and maintaining
constant radio communication with the
main vessel, with a capacity of 10
passengers each.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Type of Vessel: River Expedition
Launch: 2014
Built: 2014, refurbished in 2024
Interior Designer: Birgit Galli Zugaro
Vessel's Registry: Cambodia
Port of Embarkation: My Tho
(Vietnam) | Phnom Penh
(Cambodia) | Siem Reap
(Cambodia)
Vessel Length: 62.4 meters (205 feet)
Beam: 11.4 meters (38 feet)
Draft: 1.5 meters (5 feet)
Cruising Speed: 12 knots
Generators: 2 Caterpillars,
encapsulated for noise reduction
Engines: 2 Caterpillars, Tier 3
Emission compliant
Electricity: 220 volts
Water: Reverse osmosis and
UV water treatment plant
AC: Central air-conditioning
Deposit: USD 1,000 per person, non-refundable to confirm the booking.
Final Balance: Due 90 days before departure.
Payments may be made via wire transfer or credit card through a Flywire link.
Once this form is completed, we will share the deposit link, which is due upon receipt.
CANCELLATION POLICY
For Cancellations made 91 days or more before departure, the deposit is non-refundable.
For Cancelations made 90 days or less before departure: Full payment will be applied as the cancellation penalty.
Any additional payments (payment plan) will be refunded up to 90 days before departure.
We will send a quote for insurance in a separate email once the deposit has been placed.
Welcome aboard Aqua Mekong, and step into your floating sanctuary where
floor-to-ceiling windows reveal panoramic riverscapes. Unwind in the privacy
of your design suite—whether from the comfort of your California King bed,
private terrace, or daybed—as the Mekong quietly unveils its magic.
Together, we celebrate the onward journey towards the heart of this mighty
river with a Khmer Apsara performance, an indigenous tradition memorialized
on the temple walls of Angkor Wat.
Inclusion: Dinner
In the renowned silversmith village of Koh Chen, we watch artisans produce
the magnificent silverware favored by Khmer royalty. We continue to
Udong, the royal capital from the 17th to 19th centuries, where we learn about
unique Buddhist practices. After lunch, we head out on skiffs to visit
traditional potters and palm sugar producers in the village of Andong
Russei. There’ll be a chance to explore while riding mountain bikes or
chauffeured by tuk-tuks. We’ll pedal through rice paddies to watch
climbers scale the sky-piercing palms towering over us.
Inclusion Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
In the morning, we visit Phat Sandai, a remote village where schools,
churches, and even the police station float along the riverbank. Learn
about the locals' unique way of life and efforts to conserve biodiversity in
the area. For a truly immersive experience, kayak past floating houses and
cool off in the shaded canopy of aquatic trees. After a cooking
demonstration followed by lunch, we set off by skiff to Phnom Neang
Kangrey, before continuing to a handicraft village by tuk-tuk. Alternatively,
guests may opt for a hike through shaded forest trails or cycle through the
scenic countryside to the Phnom Touk Meas biodiversity area.
Inclusion Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
We introduce guests to the vibrant Cambodian capital by motorized tuk-
tuk, with stops at the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National
Museum of Cambodia, home to the world’s largest collection of Khmer art.
For those wanting a different perspective of the city, visit the Tuol Sleng
Museum of Genocide, or explore the Toul Tumpoung Market.
We bid farewell to 4-night guests who are disembarking in Phnom Penh.
Return to welcome our 3-night guests over custom sundowners like the
Salted Watermelon Crush with Thai basil.
Together we celebrate the onward journey towards the heart of the mighty Mekong River with a Khmer Apsara performance, an indigenous tradition memorialized on the temple walls at Angkor Wat.
Inclusion Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Say ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’ while we cross the border and sail towards
Tan Chau. Here, we’ll visit the vibrant border town of Chau Doc to take the
local rickshaw, called xe loi, for a trip around the town and market. We
head off by van to Long Son Pagoda for a panoramic view atop Sam
Mountain. Ask the monks about their age-old Mahayana Buddhist
practices before returning via the bustling morning market. Optional 18-
kilometer bike ride on Long Khanh Island to see paddy fields and get a
snippet of local life.
In the afternoon, we visit a typical Mekong Delta village called My An Hung,
where we will walk through verdant plantations. We will be invited to a
local's home to taste local fruits while hearing traditional folk songs
performed by villagers, followed by a unique Unicorn dance. A 17-kilometer
biking option is also available for those who wish to explore the countryside
on wheels.
Inclusion Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Please ensure you have a valid visa to enter Vietnam and note that the
date of entry coincides with this day.
Begin the day at Binh Thanh mat weaving village to bike through local markets, fruit plantations, and fish farms.
Guests can also take it slow and opt to visit Sa Dec, where we will peruse the vibrant markets with our chef, along with a visit to the Lover House and Kien An Cung. Onboard, a cooking demonstration followed by a scrumptious lunch awaits.
We continue downstream to Cai Be and board a local sampan to Tan Phong Island, where we’ll visit a fruit garden, savoring local fruits along the way. Here, guests can choose from a short 8-kilometer trail around the island, a kayak through a small canal, or a relaxing walk through the community for a closer look at local life.
Inclusion Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
After a hearty breakfast, we bid farewell to Aqua Mekong. En route to Ho Chi Minh, we stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the largest Mahayana Buddhist temples in the region. You will notice the mixed architectural style and see three large Buddha statues, along with an impressive collection of bonsai trees.
Inclusion Breakfast
Complimentary shared transfer to Hotel – Drop off The Reverie Saigon Hotel
