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Dragon Eyes Private Mekong Cruise: 2-Cabin Boat from Saigon, Phu Quoc & Phnom Penh
USD
$388
/pax
Why you’ll love this trip?
- The whole boat for your party.
- Only two cabins, crew of 4–5.
- Private car transfers.
- Routes to Saigon, Phu Quoc or Phnom Penh.
- Daily departures on request.
- From US$388 per person, twin share.
Tour Information & Itinerary
The Dragon Eyes is a private river cruiser with only two cabins, run by Mekong Eyes in the Mekong Delta. You charter the whole boat – captain, chef, crew and guide – for your party, and sail the rivers and canals between Cai Be and Can Tho on your own timetable. Choose a 2- or 3-day round trip from Saigon, continue to Phu Quoc by ferry, or cross to Phnom Penh by speedboat after a night at the Victoria Chau Doc. Departures are daily, on request. Prices start from US$388 per person, twin share, with transfers included.
Good to know (October 2026): the Dragon Eyes takes one party at a time (maximum two cabins). Prices are per person sharing a cabin; ask us for the rate for a family or a group of four filling both cabins. Cruise code VTE-DE.
Dragon Eyes Private Cruise at a Glance
| Cruise code | VTE-DE |
|---|---|
| TripAdvisor | Rated 4.5/5 on the official Mekong Eyes Cruise TripAdvisor page – Travelers’ Choice 2026 (checked October 2026) |
| Boat | Dragon Eyes – 25 m wooden river cruiser, 2 cabins of 14–16 m², about 100 m² of guest space, crew of 4–5 |
| Type | Private cruise – the whole boat for your party |
| Routes | Saigon round trip (2–3 days), Saigon – Phu Quoc (2–3 days), Saigon – Phnom Penh (3–4 days), and the reverse |
| Departures | Daily, on request (except the 31st of the month and 29 February for Saigon departures) |
| Included | Private car transfers, cabin, meals as listed, English-speaking guide, excursions; ferry to Phu Quoc or speedboat to Phnom Penh on those routes |
| Price | From US$388 per person, twin share (2 days from Saigon, April–September) |
Why Choose a Private Cruise on the Dragon Eyes
- Your own boat: no other passengers – ideal for honeymooners, families and small groups of up to four.
- Flexible: meal times, stops and the pace of the day are decided with your guide.
- Small enough for the side canals that larger cruise boats cannot enter.
- Private car transfers instead of a shared shuttle bus.
Itinerary: Private 2 Days / 1 Night from Saigon
Meals: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Route and excursions may change with tides and logistics.
Day 1: Saigon – Cai Be or Can Tho – Your Private Boat – Village Walk
Meals: L, D
Morning: private car from your Saigon hotel to Cai Be or Can Tho. Welcome drink and cabin orientation on board the Dragon Eyes – the whole boat, crew and guide are yours.
Midday: lunch as the boat starts cruising. Afternoon: guided walk through a village and its orchards or rice fields.
Evening: drinks on deck at sunset, then the boat anchors for the night; dinner on board.
Day 2: Sunrise Cruise – Floating Market or Cai Be Canals – Saigon
Meals: B, L
06:30: sunrise cruise with breakfast on board, passing fruit-drying yards and wooden boat builders.
Morning: sampan through the canals around Cai Be, or the Cai Rang floating market when starting in Can Tho (tell us at booking if the floating market is a must – it changes the routing).
Late morning: private transfer back to Saigon, with lunch on the way in Vinh Long.
Longer Private Routes
- 3 days / 2 nights from Saigon: two nights on board with both the Cai Rang floating market and the canals of Tan Phong islet, a rural walk each afternoon and a bike ride on back roads.
- Saigon – Phu Quoc (2 or 3 days): one or two nights on board, the Cai Rang floating market, then a private transfer to Rach Gia for the 13:00 ferry to Phu Quoc (arrival about 15:30). Also available Phu Quoc → Saigon.
- Saigon – Phnom Penh (3 or 4 days): one or two nights on board, the floating market, a night at the Victoria Chau Doc Hotel (Superior room), then the 07:00 speedboat to Phnom Penh, arriving around 12:00–13:30. Also available Phnom Penh → Saigon.
- Through Tan Chau: a 4-day Saigon – Phnom Penh routing via Tan Chau is available for Dragon Eyes charters only – ask us.
The Dragon Eyes Boat
| Dragon Eyes | |
|---|---|
| Length × beam | 25 m × 4.5 m |
| Cabins | 2 private cabins, 14–16 m², each with sitting area, bathroom, individual air-conditioning and panoramic river windows |
| Public areas | Roofed open-air restaurant, bar and lounge – about 100 m² for guests |
| Crew | 4–5: captain, sailor, chef, service staff and guide |
| On request | Bicycles on board, sampan rides into side canals, cooking class with the chef |
Dragon Eyes Private Cruise Prices 2026–2027
| Route (per person, twin share) | Duration | Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 | Apr – Sep 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon | 2 days / 1 night | US$474 | US$388 |
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon | 3 days / 2 nights | US$698 | US$552 |
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Phu Quoc | 2 days / 1 night | US$510 | US$428 |
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Phu Quoc | 3 days / 2 nights | US$742 | US$596 |
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh | 3 days / 2 nights (1 on board + Victoria Chau Doc) | US$689 | US$591 |
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh | 4 days / 3 nights (2 on board + Victoria Chau Doc) | US$880 | US$729 |
Single supplement (one guest in a cabin)
| Route | Duration | Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 | Apr – Sep 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon | 2 days / 1 night | US$173 | US$132 |
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon | 3 days / 2 nights | US$293 | US$220 |
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Phu Quoc | 2 days / 1 night | US$230 | US$189 |
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Phu Quoc | 3 days / 2 nights | US$350 | US$278 |
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh | 3 days / 2 nights (1 on board + Victoria Chau Doc) | US$301 | US$254 |
| Saigon – Mekong Delta – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh | 4 days / 3 nights (2 on board + Victoria Chau Doc) | US$422 | US$346 |
The 2-day Saigon round trip and the 3-day Saigon – Phnom Penh fares are Mekong Eyes’ published US-dollar prices; the other fares and the single supplements are our prices for the same services. 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 route, date and party size with the code VTE-DE.
What’s Included and Not Included
Included
- Private car transfers from your Saigon hotel (and to Rach Gia / Chau Doc on those routes)
- Exclusive use of the Dragon Eyes with crew and English-speaking guide
- Meals as listed; mineral water, tea and coffee
- Excursions and entrance fees as listed
- Phu Quoc routes: ferry Rach Gia – Phu Quoc; Phnom Penh routes: Victoria Chau Doc (Superior room) and speedboat to Phnom Penh
- Taxes and service charge
Not included
- Other drinks and tips
- Dinner in Chau Doc and the Cambodian visa fee (Phnom Penh routes)
- Hotel in Phu Quoc
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
- Cambodia visa (to Phnom Penh): issued at the river border on the speedboat journey – bring US-dollar cash and passport photos. The Cambodian e-visa is not accepted at this river crossing.
- Vietnam visa (from Phnom Penh): get your Vietnam e-visa before travelling.
- Prefer to share? See the shared Mekong Eyes cruise from Saigon, the Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phu Quoc cruise or the Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phnom Penh tour.
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
- Fill both cabins with family or friends – the boat is yours either way.
- Ask for a cooking class with the chef on the afternoon cruise.
- Choose Can Tho as the start on a 2-day trip if the Cai Rang floating market is a must.
- Combine with Phu Quoc beaches or Angkor at the end of the cruise.
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-DE – 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 Dragon Eyes boat and private tour pages (checked 25 October 2026)
Day by day itinerary
About the Dragon Eyes Private Cruise
The smallest boat in the Mekong Eyes fleet, chartered by one party at a time.
Brief itinerary (2 days)
- Saigon – Cai Be or Can Tho – private cruise – village walk
- Sunrise cruise – Cai Be canals or Cai Rang floating market – Saigon
Day 1: Saigon – Cai Be or Can Tho – Your Private Boat – Village Walk
Meals: L, D
Morning: private car from your Saigon hotel to Cai Be or Can Tho. Welcome drink and cabin orientation on board the Dragon Eyes – the whole boat, crew and guide are yours.
Midday: lunch as the boat starts cruising. Afternoon: guided walk through a village and its orchards or rice fields.
Evening: drinks on deck at sunset, then the boat anchors for the night; dinner on board.
Day 2: Sunrise Cruise – Floating Market or Cai Be Canals – Saigon
Meals: B, L
06:30: sunrise cruise with breakfast on board, passing fruit-drying yards and wooden boat builders.
Morning: sampan through the canals around Cai Be, or the Cai Rang floating market when starting in Can Tho (tell us at booking if the floating market is a must – it changes the routing).
Late morning: private transfer back to Saigon, with lunch on the way in Vinh Long.
Inclusions
Meals
Meals as listed + water, tea and coffee
Transport
Private car + private river cruiser
Accommodation
1–2 nights on board
Tour Inclusions
- Private car transfers
- Exclusive use of the Dragon Eyes
- Meals as listed
- English-speaking guide and excursions
- Mineral water, tea and coffee
Tour Exclusions
- Other drinks and tips
- Visa fees and personal expenses
Tour Price
Cruise code: VTE-DE
Dragon Eyes – Private Cabin
2 cabins, the whole boat for your party
- Cabin size:
- 14–16 m²
- Bed size:
- Double or twin
- Max person:
- 2 guests per cabin
- Location:
- Dragon Eyes
Cabin Amenities
- Private sitting area
- En-suite bathroom
- Individual air-conditioning
- Panoramic river windows
- Mineral water, tea and coffee
- Crew and guide just for you
From US$388
per person, twin share
Dragon Eyes – Private Cabin
2 cabins, the whole boat for your party
Two cabins of 14–16 m² with a private sitting area, bathroom, individual air-conditioning and panoramic windows over the Mekong.
Cabin facts
| Size | 14–16 m² |
|---|---|
| Beds | Double or twin |
| Occupancy | 2 guests per cabin |
| Location | Dragon Eyes |
All amenities
- Private sitting area
- En-suite bathroom
- Individual air-conditioning
- Panoramic river windows
- Mineral water, tea and coffee
- Crew and guide just for you
Dragon Eyes – Private Cabin fares
| Route and duration | Price per person (twin share) |
|---|---|
| 2 days / 1 night – Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon (Apr – Sep 2027) | US$388 |
| 3 days / 2 nights – Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon (Apr – Sep 2027) | US$552 |
| 2 days / 1 night – Saigon – Mekong Delta – Phu Quoc (Apr – Sep 2027) | US$428 |
| 3 days / 2 nights – Saigon – Mekong Delta – Phu Quoc (Apr – Sep 2027) | US$596 |
| 3 days / 2 nights (1 on board + Victoria Chau Doc) – Saigon – Mekong Delta – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh (Apr – Sep 2027) | US$591 |
| 4 days / 3 nights (2 on board + Victoria Chau Doc) – Saigon – Mekong Delta – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh (Apr – Sep 2027) | US$729 |
Single use of the cabin: US$132–422. Single supplement depends on the route and season.
- Prices per person, twin share; single supplement extra. Deposit 20%, balance 10 days before departure.
Ready to book? Send us your date and the code VTE-DE.
Tour Inquiry
FAQs about the Dragon Eyes Private Cruise
1. What is the Dragon Eyes?
A 25 m private river cruiser with two cabins, operated by Mekong Eyes in the Mekong Delta. It takes one party at a time with its own crew and guide.
2. How much does a Dragon Eyes private cruise cost?
From US$388 per person (2 days from Saigon, April–September) to US$880 per person (4 days Saigon – Phnom Penh, October–March), twin share.
3. How many people can travel on the Dragon Eyes?
Up to two cabins – typically two couples or a family. Ask us about extra beds and children’s rates.
4. Does the Dragon Eyes depart every day?
Yes, departures are daily on request, subject to availability.
5. Can I go from the Mekong Delta to Phu Quoc or Phnom Penh?
Yes. Phu Quoc routes end with the ferry from Rach Gia; Phnom Penh routes add a night at the Victoria Chau Doc and the speedboat up the Mekong.
6. Are transfers private?
Yes. Dragon Eyes programmes use private cars instead of the shared shuttle used on the larger Mekong Eyes boats.
7. Is the Cai Rang floating market included?
On 3- and 4-day programmes, yes; on 2-day trips it depends on the starting point – tell us at booking.
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.
9. How do I book?
Send us your route, date and number of guests with the code VTE-DE through the Cruise Inquiry form or WhatsApp +84 88 626 1368. We reply within 24 hours.
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