Grand Mekong Odyssey - Main Deck

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Availability

16 & 30 October 2025

What's included

25 day Wendy Wu Grand Mekong Odyssey tour.
Return international flights? Return economy class flights including current prepaid taxes.
All accomodation.
All meals.
Domestic transportation in Asia.
Sightseeing with entrance fees.
Fully escorted by expert guides.
Halong Bay Cruise, Victoria Mekong Cruise.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 Fly to Hanoi. Begin your journey by flying to Hanoi. On arrival, you will be met at the airport by your local guide and transferred to your hotel.
  • Day 2 Hanoi Through the Ages. Explore Hanoi's rich history, visiting significant landmarks and experiencing local culture.
  • Day 3 Wartime Hanoi. Delve into Hanoi's wartime history with visits to relevant sites and museums.
  • Day 4 Ninh Binh Countryside. Drive two hours into the countryside to Ninh Binh, famously known as 'Halong Bay on land' thanks to its dramatic karst mountains. En route, stop to visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel, the tenth-century capital of Dai Viet. This afternoon, enjoy a boat trip through the paddy fields, stopping to explore prehistoric caves before checking in at your hotel.
  • Day 5 Bear Sanctuary & Cuc Phuong National Park. Visit a bear sanctuary and explore Cuc Phuong National Park, experiencing Vietnam's natural beauty.
  • Day 6 Ninh Binh to Halong Bay. Drive to Halong Bay and embark on a two-night scenic cruise through this famous UNESCO-listed bay, known for its emerald waters and towering limestone islands. Head to a hidden spot and try your hand at kayaking through these mesmerizing seascapes.
  • Day 7 Halong Bay. See the bay through a local's eyes! The local fishermen will row you through their floating village, where many families have lived for generations. Later, head to one of the bay's beaches for a chance to sunbathe on the sands.
  • Day 8 Halong Bay to Hue. Rise early for Tai Chi on deck as the sun rises over Halong Bay. Visit one of the bay's largest caves before cruising back to port after brunch. Disembark and fly to Hue, a charming city and once the seat of the Nguyen emperors.
  • Day 9 Imperial Hue. Discover Hue's imperial history, beginning at the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City. Continue to Thien Mu Pagoda. After lunch, visit the Royal Tomb of Minh Mang before a leisurely cruise along the Perfume River.
  • Day 10 Hue to Danang by Rail. Experience a scenic rail journey from Hue to Danang, enjoying breathtaking coastal views. Continue to Hoi An.
  • Day 11 Hoi An. Head out on a walking tour of Hoi An's Old Town, with visits including Chua Ong Pagoda, a 200-year-old merchant house, and the spectacular Japanese Covered Bridge. Afterwards, continue into Hoi An's peaceful countryside to visit an organic farming community.
  • Day 12 Hoi An to Saigon. Fly to Saigon, perhaps Vietnam's most evocative city. Embark on a city tour to explore the city's heady mix of local culture and colonial influences. See the Notre-Dame Cathedral and visit the Central Post Office, the Reunification Palace, and the poignant War Remnants Museum.
  • Day 13 Cu Chi Tunnels & War Veteran Meeting. Discover the reality of guerrilla warfare at the Cu Chi Tunnels, which were central to the Viet Cong's military operations, including the Tet Offensive. For a truly authentic insight into the war, meet a Vietnamese veteran and hear his story. Stop for lunch at an organic farm en route back to Saigon.
  • Day 14 Embark the Victoria Mekong River Cruise. Transfer to Can Tho and board the Victoria Mekong for your seven-night cruise. Enjoy a welcome cocktail on deck as the ship sets sail.
  • Day 15 Mekong Cruise : Long Xuyen & Tiger Island. Take a tender boat through a fascinating floating market to reach Long Xuyen, the region's main town. Visit the local museum, with displays of ancient crafts. Later, head to Tiger Island. Visit a temple and see local industries such as incense-making. Cruise upstream towards Vam Nao.
  • Day 16 Mekong Cruise : Phu Tan & Tan Chau. Head ashore in Phu Tan and visit a craft village famous for its handmade clay stoves. Enjoy lunch on board as you cruise toward Tan Chau, where a local rickshaw will take you to explore a colorful temple and local market. This evening, enjoy a riotous Vietnamese lion dance on the sky deck!
  • Day 17 Mekong Cruise : Into Cambodia. Enjoy onboard activities such as a cocktail competition or a mini golf tournament as the ship crosses the border into Cambodia. Arrive in Phnom Penh late this afternoon.
  • Day 18 Mekong Cruise : Phnom Penh & The Killing Fields. Visit Phnom Penh's significant historical sites, including the Killing Fields, gaining insight into Cambodia's complex history.
  • Day 19 Mekong Cruise : Oudong & Silk Island. Enjoy a walking tour of Koh Chen village, where you'll meet a local copper and silversmith, before continuing to the country's former capital, Oudong. Visit Buddhist monks at a local meditation center before taking a tuk-tuk to Silk Island to learn about the process of silk weaving from worm to loom.
  • Day 20 Angkor Ban & Kampong Cham. Visit the villages of Angkor Ban and Kampong Cham, experiencing rural Cambodian life and local traditions.
  • Day 21 Kampong Chhnang & Siem Reap. Visit Kampong Chhnang, known for its pottery, before continuing to Siem Reap, the gateway to the Angkor temples.
  • Day 22 Angkor Wat. Explore the majestic Angkor Wat temple complex, witnessing its intricate carvings and grandeur.
  • Day 23 Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm. Visit the ancient city of Angkor Thom and the jungle-clad temple of Ta Prohm, made famous by the film "Tomb Raider."
  • Day 24 Siem Reap. Enjoy a free day to explore Siem Reap at your leisure, perhaps visiting local markets or enjoying a traditional dance performance.
  • Day 25 Depart Siem Reap. Transfer to Siem Reap Airport for your flight home, bringing with you memories of an unforgettable journey through Vietnam and Cambodia.
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