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Can Tho – Cai Be – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh

Good For: Travellers who travel to have experience about Mekong Delta in Luxurious cruises, wish to visit Floating villages and markets, lifestyle of Mekong people
Launched in 2008, the three star Mekong Eyes blends contemporary relaxation and regional boat-constructing techniques into perfect in quality and services. The opening eyes painted on the bow mean lucks and exceptional voyage waiting for its visitors. The boat can accommodate up to 30 passengers in 14 twin and double rooms associated with deluxe standard and private bathrooms. Affordable price and intensive customer care are all just at your fingertips.

Fact sheet

• Passenger cabins: 14
• Length: 39 m
• Width: 8.5m
• Draft: 1.8m
• Decks : 4
• Load: 400 tpns
• Main engine: Cummins 450 hp

Cabin Types and facilities

Number of cabins: 14 cabin (Twin/double). All are deluxe standard with private bathrooms
 
Cabin size: 18 sq.m
Bed types:  Double or Twin
Location: Main deck

Facilities: Hot water, Hair-dryer, Air-conditioning, Fan, Shower Toilet, Complimentary Drinking Water, Slippers, Safety Equipment and Life Vests, Safety box, En-suite Bathroom and Balcony.

Note: The rooms are well insulated against climate and sound, and all offer a fantastic panoramic view of the Mekong river.

Drinking & Dinning

There is a large dining room in the lower deck, where you can enjoy culinary specialities of Vietnam or a sundowner in the cosy bar.
A stylish upper-deck inside panorama lounge invites you to sit back and take in the impressions of the fantastic scenery and the busy everyday life on the river.

Services & Entertainment

Excursion 
Bicycle tours:
This is a great way to discover the fascinating Mekong Delta life off the beaten track. You can stop on the way to explore the small paths along the canals or the river islands. Our sampan will pick you up at the end of the tour to bring you back to the Mekong Eyes. This is a perfect combination: a relaxing river cruise as well as active exploring of the Mekong Delta by bike.
 
Sampan rides:
During your Mekong Delta river cruise, you can do side trips with our sampan to explore the small Mekong side canals — a unique perspective on life on the water and the scenery.
 
Cooking classes on board the cruise vessel:
To learn the secrets of real Vietnamese cuisine, we give you the possibility to take cooking classes from our chef. You will also have the option to buy the fresh ingredients for your own meal direclty at the local floating markets.
 
o  Tai Chi, Yoga and Massage services:
Those services are available upon request — please enquire before your Mekong tour to ensure that they are available.
Departures only available on odd dates
Day 1: Saigon – Cai Be (Meals: L,D)
07.30: Pick-up at the hotel in Sai Gon (district 1 and parts of district 3)
11.30: Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in
12.00: Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00: Guided land excursion – walk in orchards and small villages
17.30: Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck
19.00: Dinner on board; night on board
Day 2: Cai Be – Chau Doc (Meals: B,L,D)
06.30: Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.30
08.30: Check-out of cabin. Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Be floating market
10.00: Walk in Cai Be or bicycle trip around Cai Be
11:00: Brunch in the Ancient Anh Kiet House
11.30: Drive to Chau Doc (shuttle bus service)
15.30: Arrival in Chau Doc, check in hotel
 Evening at free disposal
 Night in hotel in Chau Doc
Day 3: Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
07.00: Departure of speed boat to Phnom Penh.
~ 13.00-14.30: Arrival at Sisowath quay International Port Phnom Penh (arrival time may vary due to current and immigration formalities)

Price & booking

Package Prices (Valid until: 31/03)

Tour packageRate per personSingle supplement  
Stay in Victoria$452$226Book a pack
Stay in Local Hotel$393$196Book a pack

Package Prices (Valid until: 30/09)

Tour packageRate per personSingle supplement  
Stay in Victoria$412$206Book a pack
Stay in Local Hotel$366$183Book a pack

What's included

  • Shuttle bus from Saigon
  • Accommodation in cosy double or twin bedded cabins
  • Guided walk and side trip on sampan as mentioned in the itinerary
  • English speaking guide on the cruise boat and side trips
  • Shuttle service from Can Tho / Cai Be to Chau Doc
  • Hotel in Chau Doc (Victoria Hotel superior room or ** Hotel double room) 
  • Public speed boat from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh          
  • Transfer from the hotel in Chau Doc to the jetty for the public speed boat
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Mineral water placed in your cabin on your cruise boat and in hotel room 

What's excluded

  • Visa fee for Cambodia (you can get a visa for Cambodia at the border crossing where the speed boat stops for immigration; for this you need to bring 20 USD and a passport photograph)
  • private transfer from Saigon available
  • Drinks (except for breakfast and the mineral water in your cabin/hotel room)
  • Dinner in Chau Doc on the second evening
  • Tips
  • Private transfer on Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes
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