--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: f77aba86-801a-4b77-a631-48a82be567f2 slug: 2307621 voyage_code: VEM21 cruise_line: APT Cruising ship: Mekong Serenity departure_date: return_date: nights: 20 embarkation_port: Ho Chi Minh City disembarkation_port: Ho Chi Minh City starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-07-15T22:46:06Z --- # Best of Vietnam & Cambodia from Ho Chi Minh City > APT Cruising · Mekong Serenity · Aug 11 – 31, 2027   (20 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | APT Cruising | | **Ship** | Mekong Serenity | | **Duration** | 20 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Ho Chi Minh City | | **Disembarkation Port** | Ho Chi Minh City | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | VEM21 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: 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 2: 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 3: 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 3: Da Nang **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Da Nang is a coastal city in central Vietnam known for its sandy beaches and history as a French colonial port. It's a popular base for visiting the inland Bà Nà hills to the west of the city. Here the hillside Hải Vân Pass has views of Da Nang Bay and the Marble Mountains. These 5 limestone outcrops are topped with pagodas and hide caves containing Buddhist shrines. ### Day 3: 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 4: 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 5: Hue **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Da Nang is a coastal city in central Vietnam known for its sandy beaches and history as a French colonial port. It's a popular base for visiting the inland Bà Nà hills to the west of the city. Here the hillside Hải Vân Pass has views of Da Nang Bay and the Marble Mountains. These 5 limestone outcrops are topped with pagodas and hide caves containing Buddhist shrines. ### Day 6: Hue **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Da Nang is a coastal city in central Vietnam known for its sandy beaches and history as a French colonial port. It's a popular base for visiting the inland Bà Nà hills to the west of the city. Here the hillside Hải Vân Pass has views of Da Nang Bay and the Marble Mountains. These 5 limestone outcrops are topped with pagodas and hide caves containing Buddhist shrines. ### Day 7: 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 8: 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 9: 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 9: 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 9: Ha Long 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 10: Ha Long 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 11: Ha Long 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 11: 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 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 14: 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 14: Kampong Cham **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 14: 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: 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: Oknha Tey **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### 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: Oudong **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Oudong is a town in Cambodia, at the base of Phnom Udong Mountain, northwest of Phnom Penh. It was the site of the royal capital from the 17th to the 19th centuries. The mountain’s 2 mounds are connected by a ridge and dotted with stupas and shrines dedicated to former kings. Chedi Mouk Pruhm is the burial site of King Monivong. The ruins of Arthross Temple house a large golden Buddha. ### Day 18: 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 19: 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: Evergreen Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 20: 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 20: 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 21: My Tho **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 ## 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 **Deluxe Twin Balcony Suite** (Code: E) Spacious dual balcony suite featuring large indoor floor-to-ceiling panoramic balcony plus outdoor balcony with comfortable seating Queen-size bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury bed linen Comfortable sitting area with sofa, single reading chair, and writing desk Private ensuite with s... **Deluxe Twin Balcony Suite** (Code: D) Spacious dual balcony suite featuring large indoor floor-to-ceiling panoramic balcony plus outdoor balcony with comfortable seating Queen-size bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury bed linen Comfortable sitting area with sofa, single reading chair, and writing desk Private ensuite with s... **Deluxe Twin Balcony Suite** (Code: A) Spacious dual balcony suite featuring large indoor floor-to-ceiling panoramic balcony plus outdoor balcony with comfortable seating Queen-size bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury bed linen Comfortable sitting area with sofa, single reading chair, and writing desk Private ensuite with s... **Angkor Suite** (Code: ANG) Spacious dual balcony suite featuring large indoor floor-to-ceiling panoramic balcony plus large outdoor balcony terrace with lounge seating Queen-size bed with luxury bed linen Large separate sitting area with sofa, reading chair and writing desk Private ensuite with separate standing shower, spa b... **Deluxe Twin Balcony Suite** (Code: C) Spacious dual balcony suite featuring large indoor floor-to-ceiling panoramic balcony plus outdoor balcony with comfortable seating Queen-size bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury bed linen Comfortable sitting area with sofa, single reading chair, and writing desk Private ensuite with s... **Bayon Suites** (Code: BAY) Spacious dual balcony suite featuring large indoor floor-to-ceiling panoramic balcony plus outdoor balcony terrace with comfortable sun lounge seating Queen-size bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury bed linen Comfortable sitting area with sofa, single reading chair and writing desk Priv... **Deluxe Twin Balcony Suite** (Code: B) Spacious dual balcony suite featuring large indoor floor-to-ceiling panoramic balcony plus outdoor balcony with comfortable seating Queen-size bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury bed linen Comfortable sitting area with sofa, single reading chair, and writing desk Private ensuite with s... ## Ship Information ### Mekong Serenity The brand new ship on the Mekong River, the enchanting Mekong Serenity provides a spacious retreat to truly enjoy the lush landscapes of Vietnam and Cambodia. With a large amount of space per guest, this luxurious vessel boasts some of the largest suites on the Mekong. With just 44 suites accompanying a maximum of 88 guests, its intimate size means your voyage is highly personalised. Showcasing a modern sophisticated style with a nod to colonial times, this is a ship beyond compare. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 88 | | Crew | 44 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 302.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 44 | ## Ports of Call ### 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 ### Da Nang *Coordinates: 16.0516, 108.215* Da Nang is a coastal city in central Vietnam known for its sandy beaches and history as a French colonial port. It's a popular base for visiting the inland Bà Nà hills to the west of the city. Here the hillside Hải Vân Pass has views of Da Nang Bay and the Marble Mountains. These 5 limestone outcrops are topped with pagodas and hide caves containing Buddhist shrines. ### 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. ### Hue *Coordinates: 16.2984, 107.978* Da Nang is a coastal city in central Vietnam known for its sandy beaches and history as a French colonial port. It's a popular base for visiting the inland Bà Nà hills to the west of the city. Here the hillside Hải Vân Pass has views of Da Nang Bay and the Marble Mountains. These 5 limestone outcrops are topped with pagodas and hide caves containing Buddhist shrines. ### 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. ### 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. ### Ha Long 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. ### 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 ### Kampong Cham ### Angkor Ban *Coordinates: 150.16, 1020.16* Angkor Ban is a khum of Sampov Loun District in Battambang Province in north-western Cambodia ### Oknha Tey ### 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 Market... ### Oudong *Coordinates: 11.8, 104.75* Oudong is a town in Cambodia, at the base of Phnom Udong Mountain, northwest of Phnom Penh. It was the site of the royal capital from the 17th to the 19th centuries. The mountain’s 2 mounds are connected by a ridge and dotted with stupas and shrines dedicated to former kings. Chedi Mouk Pruhm is the burial site of King Monivong. The ruins of Arthross Temple house a large golden Buddha. ### Evergreen Island ### 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. ### My Tho *Coordinates: 10.3543, 106.367* ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2307621 - **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/2307621 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2307621.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2307621/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/apt-cruising/mekong-serenity/other/77604.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-07-15 22:46:06 UTC