Cruises in Cambodia on the Mekong River and Tonle Sap Lake
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| The opportunity to take a cruise or a boat trip along the mighty Mekong River or across the vast Tonle Sap lake should not be missed. The mighty Mekong river is a lifeline running through the heart of South East Asia. Rising in the Himalayan mountains of Tibet, it winds its way through China, Burma, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam before spilling into the South China Sea. The Tonle Sap (South East Asia’s largest lake) is said to be the heartbeat of Cambodia as its annual pulse of flooding has been central to Cambodia’s existence for millennia. Follow the waters of early Mekong explorers as you cruise these timeless waterways. A wonderful way to experience local life that has remained unchanged for centuries, at a gentle pace. Stop off in small communities along the riverbank, visit remote temples far from the beaten tourist path and enjoy the comfort of first class facilities on board your boat. Try a luxury Mekong cruise between Saigon and Siem Reap, from the economic heart of southern Vietnam to the historic heart of Cambodia at the temples of Angkor, or enjoy the enthralling boat trip between Siem Reap and the laid back colonial ‘city’ of Battambang. River cruises are a memorable experience, savour the magic of these ancient waterways like the explorers of old...
Below please find a brief description of the Cambodian cruises and boat trips that Asia Adventures offers, along with a full list of suggested itineraries.
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• Toum Tiou (Siem Reap - Phnom Penh - Saigon) • Izabella (Siem Reap - Phnom Penh)•
• RV Mekong Pandaw (Siem Reap - Phnom Penh - Saigon) • Full list of cruise itineraries •
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Toum Tiou - Between Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Saigon
The informal Toum Tiou was built in Cambodia out of hard tropical woods and using traditional methods. It was the Toum Tiou was the first cruise boat to travel on the Mekong river from Siem Reap and the magnificent Angkor Wat temples all the way to Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), via Phnom Penh, from Cambodia to Vietnam, offering high quality accommodation with a blend of charm and tradition. For more information on Toum Tiou cruises please click here. |
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RV Mekong Pandaw - Between Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Saigon
The much loved Pandaw fleet of boats owned and operated by the Irrawaddy Flotilla Company will be familiar to many veteran travellers. The original Pandaw was a Scots built paddle steamer refitted to a high standard of comfort with deluxe staterooms. The intention was to recreate the atmosphere of the colonial steamers that carried royal princes, viceroys and a succession of famous artists, writers and poets, and this has been fulfilled admirably. Steaming along the waterways between Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Phnom Penh, and Siem Reap (with occasional diversions to Kompong Cham & Kratie, is a stylish method of travelling to and from the wonderful Angkor temples.For more infrmation on RV Mekong Pandaw cruises please click here. |
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Izabella - Between Siem Reap & Phnom Penh
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Below please find a list of all our suggested itineraries that feature cruises and boat tours of the Mekong River and Tonle Sap lake. Please remember, these itinaraies are our suggestions to whet your appetite, if they do not fully meet your needs please email us as we are more than happy to discuss individual arrangements. |
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Mekong River & Tonle Sap Cruise Itineraries
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A 4 day loop from Siem Reap giving an introduction to the laid-back, charming ‘city’ of Battambang, via a fascinating cruise on the Tonle Sap lake, passing enthralling floating villages. In Battambang you will discover Angkorian temples, hilltop pagodas, and traditional farming villages. Then north to the vast temple of Banteay Chhmar and visits to various silk weaving villages to learn how this beautiful fabric is making a comeback in Cambodia.
A short but delightful cruise allowing you an insight into the fascinating Cambodian river life as you sail the Tonle Sap river (whose flow changes direction for parts of the year!), and across the vast Tonle Sap lake (South East Asia’s largest). You will explore remote riverside villages as well as those who live on the river in remarkable floating villages.
By far the best way to explore the beauty of the famous Vietnamese Mekong Delta is by boat. You will cruise between banks full of fruit plants and exotic flowers, witness the fascinating river lives of local people, visit vibrant floating markets, and explore many of the Delta’s braids. As you enter Cambodia the views change, and your cruise ends in the countries charming capital, Phnom Penh.
A wonderful way to begin or end your visit to the magnificent temples of Angkor. The Mekong river, its Delta, and the Tonle Sap lake were the lifelines of the ancient Angkor Empire. As you enjoy your cruise you will be treated to remote lifestyles that have changed little since the height of this civilization. A rare insight that few visitors to Angkor get to experience.
Similar to the Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) ~ Siem Reap (8 Days / 7 Nights) cruise, however this cruise allows an extra day to explore the watery world of the Mekong Delta, as well as an extra day to explore charming Phnom Penh.
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