Essential Vietnam and Cambodia

Ho Chi Minh City (formerly sai
Vietnams bustling largest city sets the cultural and economic pace for the country. The former Saigon boasts charming French colonial architecture and wide boulevards, usually thronged and choked with traffic. Taxis are an option for seeing the sprawling city. The War Remnants Museum shows the Vietnam War through Vietnamese eyes. Dont miss the impressive Jade Emperor Pagoda. Go to the frenetic Ben Thanh Market for food, flowers or frogs. Tour through the Mekong Delta, past rice paddies and houseboats.

Cu Chi Tunnels
The tunnels of C? Chi are an immense network of connecting tunnels located in the C? Chi District of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and are part of a much larger network of tunnels that underlie much of the country.

Ho Chi Minh City (My Tho)
Vietnams bustling largest city sets the cultural and economic pace for the country. The former Saigon boasts charming French colonial architecture and wide boulevards, usually thronged and choked with traffic. Taxis are an option for seeing the sprawling city. The War Remnants Museum shows the Vietnam War through Vietnamese eyes. Dont miss the impressive Jade Emperor Pagoda. Go to the frenetic Ben Thanh Market for food, flowers or frogs. Tour through the Mekong Delta, past rice paddies and houseboats.

Sa Dec
Sa Dec is a Provincial city in Dong Thap Province in the Mekong Delta of southern Vietnam. It is a river port and agricultural and industrial trading center. The Sa Dec economic zone consists of Chau Thanh, Lai Vung and Lap Vo districts

Phnom Penh
Budget-minded travelers will appreciate Phnom Penh's reasonably priced hotel rooms (several top-rated hotels on TripAdvisor offer rooms around $40/night). Explore the city's temples, palaces, and the remnants of its French colonial history. Just outside the city, the The Killing Fields (Choeung Ek) are a reminder of Cambodia's tragic past-- a somber contrast to the booming city of today.

Oudong
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.

Angkor Ban
A hidden gem in the heartland of Cambodia where people still live in their traditional wooden abodes and keep their old cultural traditions alive. Hundreds of wooden houses stand intact on stilts, shaded with banana trees, among the hustle and bustle of the daily agricultural on-going of the local villagers.

Kampong Cham
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.

Siem Reap
When the morning light washes over the overgrown temples and ruins of Angkor Wat, a simple Siem Reap sunrise becomes a profound event. The ancient structures are contained within one of the largest religious complexes in the world. The complex and the 12th century Angkor Thom royal city are considered the main reasons to visit Siem Reap. Get a lesson in national history at the Cambodian Cultural Village, and a lesson in bargaining at the Angkor Night Market, a bonanza of shopping stalls, food vendors, and bars.

Your Ship: RV Lotus

Glide along the Mekong River on the RV Lotus and discover the alluring destinations of Vietnam and Cambodia in premium comfort. Featuring only 54 cabins, this boutique vessel boasts spacious and elegant Vietnamese-inspired suites, each with a private balcony. Sip a cool drink or enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool on the Sun Deck after a day of exploration.

Ship Overview

Step aboard the RV Lotus and cruise the Mekong River in comfort and style between Vietnam and Cambodia to embrace authentic local life.

Discover highlights and hidden treasures along the Mekong’s tributaries including rural villages Tan Chau and Koh Chen which specialise in silk and copper production.

With amazing views, reclining lounges, a swimming pool and cold drinks from the bar, the Sun Deck is a relaxing place to soak up the sights.

Every suite aboard the RV Lotus features private indoor and outdoor balconies, so you can enjoy views along the Mekong River throughout your cruise.

Dine in the Mekong Restaurant, relax with a drink in the Saigon Lounge or an espresso in Le Viet Nam Cafe. Enjoy complimentary international wines and local beers with lunch and dinner.

With a prime location on the upper deck, the RV Lotus’ Sadec Balcony Suites offer a larger living space and en suite with a bath.

The indulgent Mekong Suites feature a separate entertainment area, an additional private outdoor terrace, king-size bed and a whirlpool spa bath.