--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 30621292-b364-4397-a7da-383f726c1f44 slug: 2192014 voyage_code: VIMC050826.29 cruise_line: Scenic River Cruises ship: Scenic Spirit departure_date: return_date: nights: 21 embarkation_port: Hanoi disembarkation_port: Ho Chi Minh City starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T05:39:51Z --- # Essence of Vietnam, Cambodia & Luxury Mekong > Scenic River Cruises · Scenic Spirit · Aug 5 – 26   (21 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Scenic River Cruises | | **Ship** | Scenic Spirit | | **Duration** | 21 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Hanoi | | **Disembarkation Port** | Ho Chi Minh City | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | VIMC050826.29 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Hanoi **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences. At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade. There are many little temples, including Bach Ma, honoring a legendary horse, plus Đồng Xuân Market, selling household goods and street food. ### Day 2: Hanoi **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences. At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade. There are many little temples, including Bach Ma, honoring a legendary horse, plus Đồng Xuân Market, selling household goods and street food. ### Day 3: Hanoi **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences. At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade. There are many little temples, including Bach Ma, honoring a legendary horse, plus Đồng Xuân Market, selling household goods and street food. ### Day 3: Halong Bay **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hạ Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boat tours and sea kayak expeditions take visitors past islands named for their shapes, including Stone Dog and Teapot islets. The region is popular for scuba diving, rock climbing and hiking, particularly in mountainous Cát Bà National Park. ### Day 4: Halong Bay **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hạ Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boat tours and sea kayak expeditions take visitors past islands named for their shapes, including Stone Dog and Teapot islets. The region is popular for scuba diving, rock climbing and hiking, particularly in mountainous Cát Bà National Park. ### Day 5: Halong Bay **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hạ Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boat tours and sea kayak expeditions take visitors past islands named for their shapes, including Stone Dog and Teapot islets. The region is popular for scuba diving, rock climbing and hiking, particularly in mountainous Cát Bà National Park. ### Day 6: Hanoi **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences. At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade. There are many little temples, including Bach Ma, honoring a legendary horse, plus Đồng Xuân Market, selling household goods and street food. ### Day 6: Hue **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Huế is a city in central Vietnam that was the seat of Nguyen Dynasty emperors and the national capital from 1802 to 1945. A major attraction is its vast, 19th-century Đại Nội Citadel, surrounded by a moat and thick stone walls. It encompasses the Imperial City, with palaces and shrines; the Forbidden Purple City (Tá»­ cấm thành), once the emperor’s home; and a replica of the Royal Theater. ### Day 7: Hue **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Huế is a city in central Vietnam that was the seat of Nguyen Dynasty emperors and the national capital from 1802 to 1945. A major attraction is its vast, 19th-century Đại Nội Citadel, surrounded by a moat and thick stone walls. It encompasses the Imperial City, with palaces and shrines; the Forbidden Purple City (Tá»­ cấm thành), once the emperor’s home; and a replica of the Royal Theater. ### Day 7: Hoi An **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hội An is a city on Vietnam’s central coast known for its well-preserved Ancient Town, cut through with canals. The former port city’s melting-pot history is reflected in its architecture, a mix of eras and styles from wooden Chinese shophouses and temples to colorful French colonial buildings, ornate Vietnamese tube houses and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge with its pagoda. ### Day 8: Hoi An **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hội An is a city on Vietnam’s central coast known for its well-preserved Ancient Town, cut through with canals. The former port city’s melting-pot history is reflected in its architecture, a mix of eras and styles from wooden Chinese shophouses and temples to colorful French colonial buildings, ornate Vietnamese tube houses and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge with its pagoda. ### Day 9: Hoi An **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hội An is a city on Vietnam’s central coast known for its well-preserved Ancient Town, cut through with canals. The former port city’s melting-pot history is reflected in its architecture, a mix of eras and styles from wooden Chinese shophouses and temples to colorful French colonial buildings, ornate Vietnamese tube houses and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge with its pagoda. ### Day 10: Hoi An **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hội An is a city on Vietnam’s central coast known for its well-preserved Ancient Town, cut through with canals. The former port city’s melting-pot history is reflected in its architecture, a mix of eras and styles from wooden Chinese shophouses and temples to colorful French colonial buildings, ornate Vietnamese tube houses and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge with its pagoda. ### Day 10: Siem Reap **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Siem Reap, a resort town in northwestern Cambodia, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–15th centuries. Angkor’s vast complex of intricate stone buildings includes preserved Angkor Wat, the main temple, which is pictured on Cambodia’s flag. Giant, mysterious faces are carved into the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom. ### Day 11: Siem Reap **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Siem Reap, a resort town in northwestern Cambodia, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–15th centuries. Angkor’s vast complex of intricate stone buildings includes preserved Angkor Wat, the main temple, which is pictured on Cambodia’s flag. Giant, mysterious faces are carved into the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom. ### Day 12: Siem Reap **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Siem Reap, a resort town in northwestern Cambodia, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–15th centuries. Angkor’s vast complex of intricate stone buildings includes preserved Angkor Wat, the main temple, which is pictured on Cambodia’s flag. Giant, mysterious faces are carved into the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom. ### Day 13: Siem Reap **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Siem Reap, a resort town in northwestern Cambodia, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–15th centuries. Angkor’s vast complex of intricate stone buildings includes preserved Angkor Wat, the main temple, which is pictured on Cambodia’s flag. Giant, mysterious faces are carved into the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom. ### Day 13: Mekong Cruise **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 14: Wat Hanchey **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Wat Hanchey ### Day 14: Kampong Cham **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Kampong Cham is a city on the Mekong River in southeastern Cambodia. It's known for its French colonial buildings. To the south, Koh Pen Island is reached via a long bamboo bridge. Just beyond town is Wat Nokor Bachey, where a modern pagoda is built on the site of an Angkorian temple. The hills of Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei have temples at the top. Farther north, Prasat Hanchey has pagodas and Mekong River views. ### Day 15: Angkor Ban **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Angkor Ban is a khum of Sampov Loun District in Battambang Province in north-western Cambodia. ### Day 15: Silk Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Silk Islands ### Day 15: Phnom Penh **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Market. ### Day 16: Phnom Penh **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Market. ### Day 17: Phnom Penh **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Market. ### Day 17: Border Crossing **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 17: Tan Chau **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Tân Châu is a town of An Giang Province in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. As of 2009 the town had a population of 184,129. The town covers an area of 175.68 km². It is famous for Tân Châu silk with the famous product Lãnh Mỹ A, whose black colour comes from the Diospyros mollis's fruit. ### Day 18: Tan Chau **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Tân Châu is a town of An Giang Province in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. As of 2009 the town had a population of 184,129. The town covers an area of 175.68 km². It is famous for Tân Châu silk with the famous product Lãnh Mỹ A, whose black colour comes from the Diospyros mollis's fruit. ### Day 19: Sa Dec **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Sa Đéc is a Provincial city in Đồng Tháp Province in the Mekong Delta of southern Vietnam. It is a river port and agricultural and industrial trading center. The Sa Đéc economic zone consists of Châu Thành, Lai Vung and Lấp Vò districts. As of January 2018, the city has a population of approximately 202,046. ### Day 19: Cai Be **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cái Bè is a river-land mixed town in Vietnam. It is a rural district of Tiền Giang Province in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. Along the river, there are docks that handle passengers and goods, and the floating market. ### Day 20: Mekong Cruise **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 21: Ho Chi Minh City **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known by its previous name, Saigon, is the largest and most populous city in Vietnam. According to the 2019 census, Ho Chi Minh City has a population of over 8.9 million within the city proper and over 21 million within its metropolitan area. ### Day 22: Ho Chi Minh City **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known by its previous name, Saigon, is the largest and most populous city in Vietnam. According to the 2019 census, Ho Chi Minh City has a population of over 8.9 million within the city proper and over 21 million within its metropolitan area. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Suite Cabins **Grand Deluxe Suite** (Code: RD) These eight suites on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury at 40m²/430ft² with more space, impeccable service and thoughtful touches. Enjoy an outdoor balcony, separate lounge and dining area, extra-large walk in wardrobe and a luxurious oversized bathroom. **Royal Panorama Suite** (Code: RS) At 80m²/861ft², this is the largest suite on the Mekong river. Being up forward on the Diamond Deck, enjoy fantastic views of the passing scenery from your private terrace with outdoor Jacuzzi and day bed. Both Suites have a separate lounge and dining area, walk-in dressing room and a luxurious over... **Deluxe Suite** (Code: B) These spacious Suites at 32m²/344ft² are located on the Jewel, Sapphire and Diamond Decks. Each have a private full-length balcony, walk in wardrobe and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin with a separate toilet and shower. **Deluxe Suite** (Code: BA) These spacious Suites at 32m²/344ft² are located on the Jewel, Sapphire and Diamond Decks. Each have a private full-length balcony, walk in wardrobe and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin with a separate toilet and shower. **Deluxe Suite** (Code: BB) These spacious Suites at 32m²/344ft² are located on the Jewel, Sapphire and Diamond Decks. Each have a private full-length balcony, walk in wardrobe and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin with a separate toilet and shower. **Deluxe Suite** (Code: C) These spacious Suites at 32m²/344ft² are located on the Jewel, Sapphire and Diamond Decks. Each have a private full-length balcony, walk in wardrobe and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin with a separate toilet and shower. **Deluxe Suite** (Code: CA) These spacious Suites at 32m²/344ft² are located on the Jewel, Sapphire and Diamond Decks. Each have a private full-length balcony, walk in wardrobe and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin with a separate toilet and shower. **Deluxe Suite** (Code: A) These spacious Suites at 32m²/344ft² are located on the Jewel, Sapphire and Diamond Decks. Each have a private full-length balcony, walk in wardrobe and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin with a separate toilet and shower. ## Ship Information ### Scenic Spirit Scenic’s Mekong River cruises take place aboard Scenic Spirit, a 279-foot vessel that was launched in 2016 and can accommodate 68 passengers in 34 one-bedroom balcony suites. The Scenic Spirit, offers an almost 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio and is equipped with a sleek swimming pool, a steam sauna, and an open-air cinema. The brand new, custom-built 5-Star ships are the most spacious, luxurious and indulgent vessels on the Mekong and Irrawaddy rivers. With an almost 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio, the largest suites available on the waters on South East Asia, and an opulent collection of decadent amenities at your disposal, guests on board will enjoy the ultimate river cruise experience. Scenic Spirit represents a connection between tradition and innovation. The resort-style pool, relaxing steam sauna and open-air cinema are the sort of facilities you would expect to find in a world-class hotel, while our quiet library, beauty salon and tranquil wellness center offer an abundance of places to escape for a little privacy – or even an indulgent treatment. The journeys to South East Asia combine the best of all-inclusive river cruising. While on board our 5-star fleet almost everything you can think of is included, from unlimited complimentary drinks and diverse dining to near-daily sightseeing excursions, butler service and even a minibar that’s replenished daily. If you choose to extend your journey, you’ll stay in exceptional hotels where breakfast is included every day. With so much to see, you’ll continue to explore with your Freechoice and Enrich programs, while also enjoying the freedom to discover your destination independently. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 68 | | Crew | 56 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 279.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Ports of Call ### Hanoi *Coordinates: 21.0341, 105.837* Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences. At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade. There are many little temples, including Bach Ma, honoring a legendary horse, plus Đồng Xuân Market, selling household goods and street food. ### Halong Bay *Coordinates: 20.9589, 107.06* Hạ Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boat tours and sea kayak expeditions take visitors past islands named for their shapes, including Stone Dog and Teapot islets. The region is popular for scuba diving, rock climbing and hiking, particularly in mountainous Cát Bà National Park. ### Hue *Coordinates: 16.2984, 107.978* Huế is a city in central Vietnam that was the seat of Nguyen Dynasty emperors and the national capital from 1802 to 1945. A major attraction is its vast, 19th-century Đại Nội Citadel, surrounded by a moat and thick stone walls. It encompasses the Imperial City, with palaces and shrines; the Forbidden Purple City (Tá»­ cấm thành), once the emperor’s home; and a replica of the Royal Thea... ### Hoi An *Coordinates: 15.8833, 108.333* Hội An is a city on Vietnam’s central coast known for its well-preserved Ancient Town, cut through with canals. The former port city’s melting-pot history is reflected in its architecture, a mix of eras and styles from wooden Chinese shophouses and temples to colorful French colonial buildings, ornate Vietnamese tube houses and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge with its pagoda. ### Siem Reap *Coordinates: 13.3671, 103.845* Siem Reap, a resort town in northwestern Cambodia, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–15th centuries. Angkor’s vast complex of intricate stone buildings includes preserved Angkor Wat, the main temple, which is pictured on Cambodia’s flag. Giant, mysterious faces are carved into the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom. ### Mekong Cruise ### Wat Hanchey *Coordinates: 10.3543, 106.367* Wat Hanchey ### Kampong Cham *Coordinates: 11.9914, 105.465* Kampong Cham is a city on the Mekong River in southeastern Cambodia. It's known for its French colonial buildings. To the south, Koh Pen Island is reached via a long bamboo bridge. Just beyond town is Wat Nokor Bachey, where a modern pagoda is built on the site of an Angkorian temple. The hills of Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei have temples at the top. Farther north, Prasat Hanchey has pagodas and Meko... ### Angkor Ban *Coordinates: 150.16, 1020.16* Angkor Ban is a khum of Sampov Loun District in Battambang Province in north-western Cambodia. ### Silk Islands *Coordinates: 11.6402, 104.938* Silk Islands ### Phnom Penh *Coordinates: 11.5588, 104.917* Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Ma... ### Border Crossing ### Tan Chau *Coordinates: 10.8027, 105.196* Tân Châu is a town of An Giang Province in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. As of 2009 the town had a population of 184,129. The town covers an area of 175.68 km². It is famous for Tân Châu silk with the famous product Lãnh Mỹ A, whose black colour comes from the Diospyros mollis's fruit. ### Sa Dec *Coordinates: 10.3008, 105.766* Sa Đéc is a Provincial city in Đồng Tháp Province in the Mekong Delta of southern Vietnam. It is a river port and agricultural and industrial trading center. The Sa Đéc economic zone consists of Châu Thành, Lai Vung and Lấp Vò districts. As of January 2018, the city has a population of approximately 202,046. ### Cai Be *Coordinates: 10.3333, 106.033* Cái Bè is a river-land mixed town in Vietnam. It is a rural district of Tiền Giang Province in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. Along the river, there are docks that handle passengers and goods, and the floating market. ### Ho Chi Minh City *Coordinates: 10.7081, 106.738* Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known by its previous name, Saigon, is the largest and most populous city in Vietnam. According to the 2019 census, Ho Chi Minh City has a population of over 8.9 million within the city proper and over 21 million within its metropolitan area. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2192014 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2192014 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2192014.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2192014/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/scenic-river-cruises/scenic-spirit/other/78121.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 05:39:51 UTC