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Mekong Eyes Cruise Saigon to Phu Quoc 2–3 Days: Mekong Delta to the Island
USD
$329
/pax
Why you’ll love this trip?
- From Saigon to the beaches of Phu Quoc without backtracking.
- One or two nights on a small river cruiser.
- Cai Rang floating market by sampan.
- Ferry and transfers included.
- Daily 2-day departures.
- From US$329 per person, twin share.
Tour Information & Itinerary
The Mekong Eyes Saigon to Phu Quoc cruise turns the journey to the island into a holiday of its own: picked up at your Saigon hotel, you spend one or two nights on a small Mekong Eyes river cruiser between Cai Be and Can Tho, visit the Cai Rang floating market by sampan, then transfer to Rach Gia for the ferry to Phu Quoc, arriving mid-afternoon. Choose 2 days / 1 night or 3 days / 2 nights. Prices start from US$329 per person, twin share, with transfers and the ferry included.
Good to know (October 2026): the 2-day cruise runs daily from Saigon (even dates Saigon → Phu Quoc, odd dates Phu Quoc → Saigon); the 3-day cruise runs on odd dates. The ferry leaves Rach Gia at 13:00. Cruise code VTE-MEPQ.
Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phu Quoc at a Glance
| Cruise code | VTE-MEPQ |
|---|---|
| TripAdvisor | Rated 4.5/5 on the official Mekong Eyes Cruise TripAdvisor page – Travelers’ Choice 2026 (checked October 2026) |
| Boats | Mekong Eyes Classic (14 cabins) or Mekong Eyes Explorer (16 cabins) |
| Route | Saigon – Cai Be / Can Tho – Cai Rang floating market – Rach Gia – ferry – Phu Quoc (or the reverse) |
| Duration | 2 days / 1 night or 3 days / 2 nights |
| Departures | 2 days: daily (except the 31st and 29 February); 3 days: odd dates |
| Ends | About 15:30 at Bai Vong pier, Phu Quoc, with shared transfer to your hotel |
| Included | Shared transfers, cabin, ferry Rach Gia – Phu Quoc, meals as listed, English-speaking guide, excursions |
| Price | From US$329 per person, twin share (2 days, April–September 2027) |
Why Choose Mekong Eyes to Phu Quoc
- Two holidays in one trip: the river life of the delta, then the beaches of Phu Quoc.
- No backtracking: you do not return to Saigon – the ferry takes you straight to the island.
- Small boats with 14–16 cabins, private hot-water showers and air-conditioning.
- Cai Rang floating market included on both durations.
Itinerary: Saigon to Phu Quoc, 3 Days / 2 Nights
Meals: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Times are approximate.
Day 1: Saigon – Can Tho – Panorama Cruise – Night on Board
Meals: L, D
07:30–08:00: pick-up at your Saigon hotel (District 1 / parts of District 3). 11:30: board the Mekong Eyes; panorama cruise from 12:00 with lunch on board around 13:00.
16:00: guided walk to a rural village or through orchards and rice paddies. 17:30: refreshment and sunset on the top deck. 19:00: dinner and night on board.
Day 2: Tan Phong Islet – Village Life on the River
Meals: B, L, D
07:00: morning tea. 08:00: rowing sampan through the small canals of Tan Phong islet, đờn ca tài tử folk music and a family handicraft workshop. 10:00: bike ride on back roads or a village walk.
12:00: panorama cruise and lunch. 16:00: afternoon walk. 19:00: dinner and second night on board near Can Tho.
Day 3: Cai Rang Floating Market – Rach Gia – Ferry to Phu Quoc
Meals: B, L
07:00: morning tea. 08:00: long sampan to the Cai Rang floating market.
09:30: shared transfer to Rach Gia with a lunch box. 13:00: ferry to Phu Quoc, arriving at Bai Vong pier around 15:30; shared transfer to your Phu Quoc hotel (please check whether your hotel offers a pier pick-up).
Shorter Option: 2 Days / 1 Night
- Day 1 (L, D): pick-up at 08:00–08:30, drive to Cai Be and board at 11:30; panorama cruise and lunch, 16:00 orchard and village walk, sunset on deck, dinner and night on board.
- Day 2 (B, L): 08:00 sampan to the Cai Rang floating market; 09:00 transfer to Rach Gia with a lunch box; 13:00 ferry to Phu Quoc, arriving around 15:30.
Phu Quoc → Saigon: hotel pick-up in Phu Quoc at 06:00–06:30, 07:20 ferry to Rach Gia, transfer to Can Tho and boarding around 12:30, one or two nights on board, then the drive to Saigon (arriving around 15:30).
The Mekong Eyes Boats and Cabins
Your sailing runs on the Mekong Eyes Classic or the larger Mekong Eyes Explorer; the boat is confirmed with your booking.
| Mekong Eyes Classic | Mekong Eyes Explorer | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Converted traditional rice barge | Modern river cruiser |
| Length × beam | 39 m × 8.5 m | 55 m × 9 m |
| Cabins | 14 deluxe cabins (8 twin, 6 double), up to 28 guests | 16 cabins: 12 Superior (12 m²) + 4 Upper Deck Suites (20 m², private balcony) |
| In the cabin | Private shower with hot water, air-conditioning, wardrobe, panoramic river window | Panoramic window, convertible twin/double beds, safe, bathrobes; suites with day bed and balcony |
| Public areas | Air-conditioned restaurant and bar, panorama lounge, outdoor seating, sundeck | Panoramic restaurant, indoor bar, lounge above the bridge, sundeck, library and board games |
Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phu Quoc Prices 2026–2027
| Per person, twin share | Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 | Apr – Sep 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 days / 1 night | US$362 | US$329 |
| 3 days / 2 nights | US$526 | US$460 |
Single cabin supplement
| Supplement for one guest | Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 | Apr – Sep 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 days / 1 night | US$184 | US$166 |
| 3 days / 2 nights | US$268 | US$235 |
Twin-share prices are Mekong Eyes’ published US-dollar fares. Single supplements are our prices for a cabin used by one guest. Season dates: high season 1 October – 31 March, low season 1 April – 30 September.
Children and extra beds
- One child under 6 sharing a cabin with two adults: free (a second child under 6: 50%).
- Children 6–11 sharing with two adults: 50% of the adult fare.
- Two children under 12 in their own cabin: 75% each.
- Third adult on an extra bed: 80%. Guests 12 and over pay the adult fare.
Ready to book? Send us your date, duration and number of guests with the code VTE-MEPQ.
What’s Included and Not Included
Included
- Shared transfers from your Saigon hotel and from the boat to Rach Gia
- Ferry Rach Gia – Phu Quoc (or the reverse)
- Shared transfer from Bai Vong pier to your Phu Quoc hotel (on request)
- Cabin on the Mekong Eyes
- English-speaking guide, excursions and entrance fees as listed
- Meals as listed; mineral water, tea and coffee; taxes
Not included
- Hotel in Phu Quoc and the return to Saigon
- Other drinks, tips and personal expenses
Booking, Payment and Cancellation
- Deposit: 20% to confirm; balance 10 days before departure.
- Groups of 4 cabins or more have different terms – ask us.
| When you cancel (up to 3 cabins) | Charge |
|---|---|
| 15 days or more before departure | Free of charge (bank fees excepted) |
| 14 to 7 days | 50% of the tour price |
| 6 to 3 days | 75% of the tour price |
| Less than 3 days, or no-show | 100% of the tour price |
The route and excursions may change with tides, weather or operational needs; all confirmed visits are covered. Travel insurance is recommended.
Practical Information
- Want the boat to yourselves? See the Dragon Eyes private cruise (2 cabins).
- Luggage: the ferry and shared transfers suit one suitcase per person.
- Phu Quoc hotel: tell us your hotel so we can confirm the pier transfer; we can also book your resort and the flight back to Saigon.
- Sea conditions: ferry crossings can be rough in the south-west monsoon (roughly June–September).
- More ideas: our Mekong Delta travel guide.
Why Book with Vietnam Tour Expert
- Licensed local operator: Asia Travel Expert Co., Ltd. (Vietnam Tour Expert) has been licensed as an international tour operator in Vietnam since 2012 and is a contracted partner of Mekong Eyes Cruise (Mắt Mekong Travel Co., Ltd.).
- Official fares: the prices on this page are per person in US dollars with the inclusions listed – no hidden booking fees.
- One plan for the whole trip: we add hotels, airport transfers, Angkor temple tours, Halong Bay and the rest of Vietnam to the same itinerary.
- Fast replies: we usually answer within 24 hours; WhatsApp +84 88 626 1368.
Local Expert Tips by Jimmy
- Choose 3 days for a full day on the river between the two nights.
- Book your Phu Quoc resort early in December–March.
- Fly back from Phu Quoc to Saigon or Hanoi – many daily flights.
- Other routes: the Mekong Eyes cruise from Saigon or the Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phnom Penh tour.
More river journeys: see all our Mekong River Cruises.
Ready to sail? Send us a cruise inquiry with your sailing date, number of travellers and cruise code VTE-MEPQ – we usually reply within 24 hours.
Updated 25 October 2026 · By Jimmy, Vietnam Tour Expert · Sources: Mekong Eyes contract 648/MK 26-27 and 2026–2027 itineraries; mekongeyes.com Saigon – Phu Quoc tour pages (checked 25 October 2026)
Day by day itinerary
About the Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phu Quoc Cruise
A Mekong Eyes river cruise in the delta combined with the ferry from Rach Gia to Phu Quoc.
Brief itinerary
- Saigon – Can Tho or Cai Be – night on board
- Tan Phong canals – night on board (3 days)
- Cai Rang floating market – Rach Gia – ferry to Phu Quoc
Day 1: Saigon – Can Tho – Panorama Cruise – Night on Board
Meals: L, D
07:30–08:00: pick-up at your Saigon hotel (District 1 / parts of District 3). 11:30: board the Mekong Eyes; panorama cruise from 12:00 with lunch on board around 13:00.
16:00: guided walk to a rural village or through orchards and rice paddies. 17:30: refreshment and sunset on the top deck. 19:00: dinner and night on board.
Day 2: Tan Phong Islet – Village Life on the River
Meals: B, L, D
07:00: morning tea. 08:00: rowing sampan through the small canals of Tan Phong islet, đờn ca tài tử folk music and a family handicraft workshop. 10:00: bike ride on back roads or a village walk.
12:00: panorama cruise and lunch. 16:00: afternoon walk. 19:00: dinner and second night on board near Can Tho.
Day 3: Cai Rang Floating Market – Rach Gia – Ferry to Phu Quoc
Meals: B, L
07:00: morning tea. 08:00: long sampan to the Cai Rang floating market.
09:30: shared transfer to Rach Gia with a lunch box. 13:00: ferry to Phu Quoc, arriving at Bai Vong pier around 15:30; shared transfer to your Phu Quoc hotel (please check whether your hotel offers a pier pick-up).
Inclusions
Meals
Meals as listed + water, tea and coffee
Transport
Shared car + river cruiser + ferry
Accommodation
1–2 nights on board
Tour Inclusions
- Shared transfers and ferry to Phu Quoc
- Cabin on the Mekong Eyes
- Meals as listed
- English-speaking guide and excursions
- Mineral water, tea and coffee
Tour Exclusions
- Phu Quoc hotel and return to Saigon
- Drinks, tips and personal expenses
Tour Price
Cruise code: VTE-MEPQ
Mekong Eyes Classic – Deluxe Cabin
Twin or double, 14 cabins
- Cabin size:
- About 12 m²
- Bed size:
- Twin or double
- Max person:
- 2 guests (3rd adult on extra bed: 80%)
- Location:
- Mekong Eyes Classic
Cabin Amenities
- Private shower with hot water
- Air-conditioning
- Panoramic river window
- Mineral water, tea and coffee
- 24-hour electricity
- Wardrobe
From US$329
per person, twin share
Mekong Eyes Classic – Deluxe Cabin
Twin or double, 14 cabins
Cosy wooden cabins on the converted rice barge, each with a panoramic window, private hot-water shower and air-conditioning.
Cabin facts
| Size | About 12 m² |
|---|---|
| Beds | Twin or double |
| Occupancy | 2 guests (3rd adult on extra bed: 80%) |
| Location | Mekong Eyes Classic |
All amenities
- Private shower with hot water
- Air-conditioning
- Panoramic river window
- Mineral water, tea and coffee
- 24-hour electricity
- Wardrobe
- Spa-branded amenities
Mekong Eyes Classic – Deluxe Cabin fares
| Season | Price per person (twin share) |
|---|---|
| Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 (2 days) | US$362 |
| Apr – Sep 2027 (2 days) | US$329 |
| Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 (3 days) | US$526 |
Single use of the cabin: US$166–184. Single supplement shown for the 2-day cruise.
Mekong Eyes Explorer – Superior Cabin
12 outside cabins, 12 m²
- Cabin size:
- 12 m²
- Bed size:
- Convertible twin or double
- Max person:
- 2 guests
- Location:
- Mekong Eyes Explorer
Cabin Amenities
- Private shower with hot water
- Air-conditioning
- Panoramic river window
- Mineral water, tea and coffee
- 24-hour electricity
- In-room safe
From US$329
per person, twin share
Mekong Eyes Explorer – Superior Cabin
12 outside cabins, 12 m²
All outside cabins with a panoramic river window and beds that convert from twin to double. Same fare as the Classic when the Explorer operates your date.
Cabin facts
| Size | 12 m² |
|---|---|
| Beds | Convertible twin or double |
| Occupancy | 2 guests |
| Location | Mekong Eyes Explorer |
All amenities
- Private shower with hot water
- Air-conditioning
- Panoramic river window
- Mineral water, tea and coffee
- 24-hour electricity
- In-room safe
- Bathrobe and slippers
Mekong Eyes Explorer – Superior Cabin fares
| Season | Price per person (twin share) |
|---|---|
| Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 (2 days) | US$362 |
| Apr – Sep 2027 (2 days) | US$329 |
| Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 (3 days) | US$526 |
Single use of the cabin: US$166–184. Single supplement shown for the 2-day cruise.
Mekong Eyes Explorer – Upper Deck Suite
4 suites, 20 m², private balcony
- Cabin size:
- 20 m²
- Bed size:
- Convertible twin or double + day bed
- Max person:
- 2 guests
- Location:
- Mekong Eyes Explorer, upper deck
Cabin Amenities
- Private balcony
- Panorama day bed
- Private shower with hot water
- Air-conditioning
- Panoramic river window
- Mineral water, tea and coffee
From US$329
standard cabin fare – suite supplement on request
Mekong Eyes Explorer – Upper Deck Suite
4 suites, 20 m², private balcony
Four larger suites on the upper deck with a private balcony and a panorama day bed. Available on Explorer departures – supplement on request.
Cabin facts
| Size | 20 m² |
|---|---|
| Beds | Convertible twin or double + day bed |
| Occupancy | 2 guests |
| Location | Mekong Eyes Explorer, upper deck |
All amenities
- Private balcony
- Panorama day bed
- Private shower with hot water
- Air-conditioning
- Panoramic river window
- Mineral water, tea and coffee
- 24-hour electricity
- In-room safe
- Bathrobe and slippers
Mekong Eyes Explorer – Upper Deck Suite fares
| Season | Price per person (twin share) |
|---|---|
| Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 (2 days) | US$362 |
| Apr – Sep 2027 (2 days) | US$329 |
| Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 (3 days) | US$526 |
Single use of the cabin: US$166–184. Suite supplement on request; fares shown are the standard cabin fare.
- Published twin-share fares; single supplement extra. Deposit 20%, balance 10 days before departure.
Ready to book? Send us your date and the code VTE-MEPQ.
Tour Inquiry
FAQs about the Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phu Quoc Cruise
1. How much is the Mekong Eyes cruise from Saigon to Phu Quoc?
2 days / 1 night: US$329 per person (April–September) and US$362 (October–March). 3 days / 2 nights: US$460 / US$526. Twin share, transfers and ferry included.
2. How do I get from the boat to Phu Quoc?
After the Cai Rang floating market a shared bus takes you to Rach Gia (lunch box included) for the 13:00 ferry, arriving at Bai Vong pier on Phu Quoc around 15:30.
3. When does it depart?
The 2-day cruise runs daily (Saigon → Phu Quoc on even dates); the 3-day cruise runs on odd dates. No departures on the 31st or 29 February.
4. Can I do it from Phu Quoc to Saigon?
Yes. You leave your Phu Quoc hotel at 06:00–06:30 for the morning ferry, join the boat around 12:30 and finish in Saigon around 15:30 on the last day.
5. Is the Phu Quoc hotel included?
No. We can book your resort and the transfer from Bai Vong pier.
6. Is there a single supplement?
Yes: US$166–US$184 for 2 days and US$235–US$268 for 3 days.
7. Are children welcome?
Yes. One child under 6 sharing with two adults is free; children 6–11 sharing pay 50%.
8. What is the cancellation policy?
Free 15 days or more before departure; 50% from 14 to 7 days; 75% from 6 to 3 days; 100% within 3 days (up to 3 cabins).
9. How do I book?
Send us your date, duration and number of guests with the code VTE-MEPQ through the Cruise Inquiry form or WhatsApp +84 88 626 1368. We reply within 24 hours.
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