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Mekong Eyes Cruise Saigon to Phnom Penh 4 Days: Mekong Delta & Speedboat
USD
$609
/pax
Why you’ll love this trip?
- Saigon hotel to Phnom Penh hotel in one booking.
- Two nights on a small Mekong cruiser.
- Cai Rang floating market and Tan Phong canals.
- Night at the Victoria Chau Doc.
- Speedboat up the Mekong into Cambodia.
- From US$609 per person (4 days).
Tour Information & Itinerary
The Mekong Eyes Saigon to Phnom Penh tour crosses from Vietnam to Cambodia by river: two nights on a small Mekong Eyes cruiser between Cai Be and Can Tho, the Cai Rang floating market, a night at the Victoria Chau Doc Hotel and a morning speedboat up the Mekong to Phnom Penh. It departs daily, in either direction, as a 4-day or a shorter 3-day trip. Prices start from US$483 per person (3 days) and US$609 (4 days), twin share, with transfers, hotel and speedboat included.
Good to know (October 2026): the Cambodian visa is obtained at the river border during the speedboat journey – bring US dollars in cash and passport photos; travelling Phnom Penh → Saigon you need your Vietnam e-visa before departure. Dinner in Chau Doc is not included. Cruise code VTE-ME4PP.
Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phnom Penh at a Glance
| Cruise code | VTE-ME4PP |
|---|---|
| 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) – Chau Doc – speedboat – Phnom Penh, or the reverse |
| Duration | 4 days / 3 nights (2 nights on board + 1 night Victoria Chau Doc); 3 days / 2 nights option |
| Departures | Daily (Saigon departures except the 31st and 29 February) |
| Ends | About 12:00–13:30 at Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh, with transfer to your hotel |
| Included | Shared transfers, cabin, Victoria Chau Doc (Superior), speedboat, meals as listed, English-speaking guide, excursions |
| Price | From US$609 per person, twin share (4 days); from US$483 (3 days) |
Why Choose This Route
- Overland made easy: one booking takes you from your Saigon hotel to your Phnom Penh hotel.
- The best of the delta: Cai Be, Can Tho and the Cai Rang floating market from a small river cruiser.
- A night in Chau Doc at the riverside Victoria hotel before the speedboat.
- Daily departures both ways – easy to fit before or after Angkor.
Itinerary: Saigon to Phnom Penh, 4 Days / 3 Nights
Meals: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. This is the even-date routing; on odd dates the boat starts in Can Tho and the two excursions are reversed.
Day 1: Saigon – Cai Be – Panorama Cruise
Meals: L, D
08:00–08:30: 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.
16:00: guided walk through orchards and small villages. 17:00: refreshment and sunset on the top deck. 19:00: dinner and night on board.
Day 2: Cai Rang Floating Market – Life on the River
Meals: B, L, D
07:00: morning tea on board. 08:00: long sampan to the Cai Rang floating market.
12:00: panorama cruise and lunch on board. 16:00: afternoon walk to a rural village. 19:00: dinner and second night on board.
Day 3: Tan Phong Islet – Chau Doc (Victoria Hotel)
Meals: B, L
08:00: check out; rowing sampan through the small canals of Tan Phong islet with đờn ca tài tử folk music and a family handicraft workshop. 10:00: bike ride on back roads or a village walk.
11:00: shared transfer to Chau Doc with lunch on the way. 15:30–16:00: check in at the Victoria Chau Doc Hotel (Superior room); evening free.
Day 4: Speedboat Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
Meals: B
07:00: public speedboat up the Mekong to Cambodia, with border formalities on the way. About 12:00–13:30: arrival at Sisowath Quay in Phnom Penh (time varies with the current and immigration); shared transfer to your Phnom Penh hotel.
Shorter Option: 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Day 1 (L, D): Saigon – boarding at 11:30 – panorama cruise – orchard walk – night on board.
- Day 2 (B, L): Cai Rang floating market (or Tan Phong canals) – 11:00 transfer to Chau Doc with lunch – Victoria Chau Doc Hotel.
- Day 3 (B): 07:00 speedboat to Phnom Penh, arriving about 13:00–13:30; transfer to your hotel.
Phnom Penh → Saigon: pick-up at your Phnom Penh hotel at 11:30–12:00, speedboat at 12:30–13:00 to Chau Doc (about 17:00), night at the Victoria, then the shuttle to the boat at Can Tho or Cai Be and one or two nights on board before the drive to Saigon.
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 – Phnom Penh Prices 2026–2027
| Per person, twin share | Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 | Apr – Sep 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days / 3 nights | US$681 | US$609 |
| 3 days / 2 nights | US$533 | US$483 |
Single supplement (cabin and hotel room for one)
| Supplement | Oct 2026 – Mar 2027 | Apr – Sep 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days / 3 nights | US$351 | US$314 |
| 3 days / 2 nights | US$266 | US$241 |
The 4-day fares are Mekong Eyes’ published US-dollar prices; the 3-day fares and single supplements are our prices for the same services. 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, direction and number of guests with the code VTE-ME4PP.
What’s Included and Not Included
Included
- Shared transfer from your Saigon hotel and Chau Doc transfers
- Cabin on the Mekong Eyes and a Superior room at the Victoria Chau Doc Hotel
- Public speedboat Chau Doc – Phnom Penh with assistance
- Shared transfer to your hotel in Phnom Penh
- English-speaking guide, excursions and entrance fees as listed
- Meals as listed; mineral water, tea and coffee; taxes
Not included
- Dinner in Chau Doc
- Cambodian visa fee
- 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).
- Cambodia visa (Saigon → Phnom Penh): issued at the river border on the speedboat journey; bring the fee in US-dollar cash and passport photos, and check the rules for your nationality. The Cambodian e-visa is not accepted at this river crossing.
- Vietnam visa (Phnom Penh → Saigon): get your Vietnam e-visa (or confirm your exemption) before travelling.
- Luggage: one suitcase per person; the speedboat has limited space.
- After Phnom Penh: we arrange Angkor and Siem Reap extensions and flights.
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 4 days for two nights on board – the 3-day trip is mostly travel.
- Keep small US-dollar notes for the Cambodian visa at the border.
- Pair it with Siem Reap and Angkor at the end.
- Prefer a staying cruise? See the Mekong Princess short cruises; or stay in Vietnam with the Mekong Eyes cruise from Saigon or the Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phu Quoc 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-ME4PP – 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 4-day Saigon – Phnom Penh tour page (checked 25 October 2026)
Day by day itinerary
About the Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phnom Penh Tour
A combination of a Mekong Eyes river cruise in the Vietnamese delta with a hotel night in Chau Doc and the speedboat to Phnom Penh.
Brief itinerary
- Saigon – Cai Be – night on board
- Cai Rang floating market – night on board
- Tan Phong – Chau Doc (Victoria hotel)
- Speedboat to Phnom Penh
Day 1: Saigon – Cai Be – Panorama Cruise
Meals: L, D
08:00–08:30: 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.
16:00: guided walk through orchards and small villages. 17:00: refreshment and sunset on the top deck. 19:00: dinner and night on board.
Day 2: Cai Rang Floating Market – Life on the River
Meals: B, L, D
07:00: morning tea on board. 08:00: long sampan to the Cai Rang floating market.
12:00: panorama cruise and lunch on board. 16:00: afternoon walk to a rural village. 19:00: dinner and second night on board.
Day 3: Tan Phong Islet – Chau Doc (Victoria Hotel)
Meals: B, L
08:00: check out; rowing sampan through the small canals of Tan Phong islet with đờn ca tài tử folk music and a family handicraft workshop. 10:00: bike ride on back roads or a village walk.
11:00: shared transfer to Chau Doc with lunch on the way. 15:30–16:00: check in at the Victoria Chau Doc Hotel (Superior room); evening free.
Day 4: Speedboat Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
Meals: B
07:00: public speedboat up the Mekong to Cambodia, with border formalities on the way. About 12:00–13:30: arrival at Sisowath Quay in Phnom Penh (time varies with the current and immigration); shared transfer to your Phnom Penh hotel.
Inclusions
Meals
Meals as listed + water, tea and coffee
Transport
Shared car + river cruiser + speedboat
Accommodation
2 nights on board + 1 night hotel
Tour Inclusions
- Shared transfers Saigon, Chau Doc and Phnom Penh
- 2 nights on board + 1 night Victoria Chau Doc
- Speedboat to Phnom Penh
- Meals as listed
- English-speaking guide and excursions
Tour Exclusions
- Dinner in Chau Doc
- Cambodian visa fee
- Drinks, tips and personal expenses
Tour Price
Cruise code: VTE-ME4PP
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$483
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 (4 days) | US$681 |
| Apr – Sep 2027 (4 days) | US$609 |
| Apr – Sep 2027 (3 days) | US$483 |
Single use of the cabin: US$314–351. Single supplement shown for the 4-day tour.
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$483
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 (4 days) | US$681 |
| Apr – Sep 2027 (4 days) | US$609 |
| Apr – Sep 2027 (3 days) | US$483 |
Single use of the cabin: US$314–351. Single supplement shown for the 4-day tour.
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$483
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 (4 days) | US$681 |
| Apr – Sep 2027 (4 days) | US$609 |
| Apr – Sep 2027 (3 days) | US$483 |
Single use of the cabin: US$314–351. Suite supplement on request; fares shown are the standard cabin fare.
- Deposit 20%, balance 10 days before departure. Prices per person in US dollars.
Ready to book? Send us your date and the code VTE-ME4PP.
Tour Inquiry
FAQs about the Mekong Eyes Saigon – Phnom Penh Tour
1. How much is the Mekong Eyes Saigon to Phnom Penh tour?
4 days / 3 nights: US$609 per person (April–September) and US$681 (October–March). 3 days / 2 nights: US$483 / US$533. Twin share, transfers, hotel and speedboat included.
2. How do I get from the Mekong Delta to Phnom Penh?
By public speedboat from Chau Doc at 07:00, arriving at Sisowath Quay in Phnom Penh around 12:00–13:30 depending on the current and border formalities.
3. Where do I get the Cambodian visa?
At the river border during the speedboat journey. Bring the fee in US-dollar cash and passport photos. The Cambodian e-visa is not accepted at this crossing.
4. Does the tour run from Phnom Penh to Saigon?
Yes, daily. You leave Phnom Penh at midday by speedboat, overnight in Chau Doc, then join the boat in the delta before driving to Saigon. You need a Vietnam e-visa in advance.
5. Which hotel is used in Chau Doc?
The Victoria Chau Doc Hotel, Superior room. Dinner that evening is not included.
6. Is the single supplement high?
For 4 days it is US$314–US$351, covering the cabin and hotel room for one.
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, direction and number of guests with the code VTE-ME4PP through the Cruise Inquiry form or WhatsApp +84 88 626 1368. We reply within 24 hours.
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