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Toum Tiou I Cruise 8 Days: Saigon – Siem Reap Mekong River Cruise
USD
$2078
/pax
Why you’ll love this trip?
- Only 10 cabins and 20 guests on a classic wooden-finished river ship.
- Sails from the heart of Saigon and through the Cho Gao canal.
- My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh and quiet Cambodian villages in one week.
- All-inclusive: meals, onboard drinks, excursions, guides and tips.
- Run by CF Mekong by CroisiEurope, Mekong cruise pioneers since the early 2000s.
- Published fares from US$2,078 per person, twin share.
Tour Information & Itinerary
The Toum Tiou I Cruise is an 8-day, 7-night Classic Mekong river cruise between Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Siem Reap, sailed in both directions by CF Mekong by CroisiEurope. With only 10 cabins and 20 passengers, this 38-metre ship is small enough to sail right into Saigon’s port and through the narrow Cho Gao canal, stopping at My Tho, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Kampong Tralach and Kampong Chhnang. All meals, onboard drinks (except the premium list), excursions with local guides, tips and the coach between the ship and Siem Reap are included. Published fares start from US$2,078 per person, twin share.
Good to know (October 2026): on the low-water program the ship starts or ends at Koh Chen, linked to Siem Reap by a 5–6 hour coach (included). If you sail from Saigon to Cambodia, you need an ordinary Cambodian tourist visa – the Cambodian e-visa is not accepted at the river border. The ship has no lift and is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility. Cruise code VTE-TT1-8.
Toum Tiou I Cruise at a Glance
| Cruise code | VTE-TT1-8 |
|---|---|
| Ship | Toum Tiou I – CF Mekong by CroisiEurope; 10 double cabins, maximum 20 passengers, 14 crew; 38 m long, 7 m wide, 1.7 m draft; 3 decks; first sailed in 2002 and since fully refurbished |
| Route | Saigon – Cho Gao canal – My Tho – Cai Be – Vinh Long – Sa Dec – Chau Doc – Vinh Xuong border – Phnom Penh – Kampong Tralach – Kampong Chhnang – Koh Chen – Siem Reap, or the reverse |
| Duration | 8 days / 7 nights (Classic program, low-water version) |
| Upstream | Board in Saigon at 15:45 (Nha Rong wharf, next to the Ho Chi Minh Museum); end in Siem Reap on day 8 after a 5–6 hour coach |
| Downstream | Meet in Siem Reap at 13:00 on day 1 and coach to the ship; end at Saigon Port after breakfast on day 8 |
| Departures | About every 7–8 days, alternating direction – see the departure dates |
| Cabins | 6 upper-deck and 4 main-deck double cabins, about 11 m² (120 sq ft), all convertible to twin or double |
| Included | All meals, onboard drinks except the premium list, excursions and entrance fees, English-speaking local guides, tips, emergency and repatriation insurance, transfer between Siem Reap and the ship |
| Price | From US$2,078 per person, twin share (main deck, May–September); US$2,522 in November–March |
Why Choose the Toum Tiou I Cruise
- Truly small: 10 cabins and 20 guests, so the crew knows every guest and excursions never feel crowded.
- Saigon by river: a shallow draft of 1.7 m lets the Toum Tiou I sail from the heart of Saigon and through the Cho Gao canal instead of starting by coach.
- All-inclusive: meals, local drinks, wine and beer from the standard list, excursions, guides and tips are in the fare.
- Off-the-radar stops: Sa Dec, Kampong Tralach and Kampong Chhnang see far fewer visitors than the main Mekong stops.
- French know-how: CF Mekong pioneered Mekong river cruising in the early 2000s and has been part of the CroisiEurope group since 2014.
Choose Your Direction: Upstream or Downstream
The Classic program runs the same route in both directions, at the same price. Upstream starts in Saigon by river; downstream starts in Siem Reap, so you can see Angkor first and finish in Saigon.
| Direction | Starts | Ends | Duration | From (per person) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upstream: Saigon → Siem Reap | Saigon Port, boarding from 15:45 | Siem Reap, afternoon of day 8 (coach from Koh Chen) | 8 days / 7 nights | US$2,078 |
| Downstream: Siem Reap → Saigon | Siem Reap meeting point, 13:00 | Saigon Port, morning of day 8 | 8 days / 7 nights | US$2,078 |
Prefer a more active program with kayaking, cycling and a full Saigon city tour? Compare our Toum Tiou II Discovery cruise (9 days) on the sister ship.
Toum Tiou I Itinerary: Saigon to Siem Reap, 8 Days
Meals: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Low-water program; visits and timings can change with the water level and the captain’s decisions.
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – Embarkation
Meals: D
Afternoon: board the Toum Tiou I from 15:45 at Saigon Port (Nha Rong wharf, 05 Nguyen Tat Thanh Street), next to the Ho Chi Minh Museum. Settle into your cabin as the ship casts off for My Tho.
Evening: welcome cocktail and introduction to the crew, then dinner on board.
Day 2: Cho Gao Canal – My Tho – Cai Be – Vinh Long
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: sail the busy Cho Gao canal – a passage CF Mekong says no other cruise line offers. In My Tho, a local boat takes you ashore for a short city tour, Vinh Trang pagoda and the market, then on to Thoi Son (Dragon) Island to see village life and taste seasonal fruit.
Afternoon: lunch while sailing to Cai Be. Visit a craft village by local boat, then continue to Vinh Long for a brick and pottery workshop, the fruit-tree nurseries of Binh Hoa Phuoc islet and a traditional house with old farming tools.
Evening: dinner as the ship sails on towards Sa Dec.
Day 3: Sa Dec – Chau Doc
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: local boat to Sa Dec for a short tour and a walk through the riverside market. Sa Dec still has colonial houses, including the “Chinese merchant’s house” from Marguerite Duras’ novel The Lover.
Afternoon: lunch on the way to Chau Doc, then a visit to the floating fish farms. Time permitting, watch the sunset from Sam Mountain (237 m), passing the Lady Chua Xu temple and Tay An pagoda.
Evening: dinner on board.
Day 4: Vinh Xuong Border – Phnom Penh
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: early departure for the Vinh Xuong river border; the crew helps with exit and entry formalities before the ship sails into Cambodia.
Afternoon: lunch while sailing and arrival in Phnom Penh. The rest of the day is free in the Cambodian capital.
Evening: dinner on board in Phnom Penh.
Day 5: Phnom Penh – Royal Palace, Tuol Sleng and Russian Market
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, the National Museum and Wat Phnom, the hilltop temple founded in 1373 that gave the city its name.
Afternoon: lunch at a local restaurant, then the Tuol Sleng genocide museum (S-21) and the Russian Market.
Evening: Apsara dance performance on board, dinner and a free evening in port.
Day 6: Phnom Penh – Kampong Tralach
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: free time in Phnom Penh until the ship leaves at about 11:30.
Afternoon: lunch while sailing, then a walk through Kampong Tralach Krom village and the rice fields to the Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda, whose early-20th-century vihara still has rare mural paintings.
Evening: dinner on board.
Day 7: Kampong Chhnang – Koh Chen
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: visit Kampong Chhnang, a fishing port known for its fish farms and traditional pottery (“chhnang” means pot), with a tasting of regional products and the Wat Yeaytep pagoda, built in 1677.
Afternoon: lunch on board as the ship sails to Koh Chen.
Evening: farewell dinner on board.
Day 8: Koh Chen – Siem Reap (Disembarkation)
Meals: B
Morning: breakfast, then an air-conditioned coach from Koh Chen to Siem Reap (about 5–6 hours), ending at the meeting point in town. Do not book a flight out of Siem Reap before 16:00.
Downstream Itinerary: Siem Reap to Saigon, 8 Days
| Day | Route | Highlights | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Siem Reap – Koh Chen (embark) | Meet in Siem Reap at 13:00; coach to the ship (5–6 hours); welcome cocktail | D |
| Day 2 | Kampong Chhnang | Fishing port and pottery village, tasting of regional products, Wat Yeaytep (1677) | B, L, D |
| Day 3 | Kampong Tralach – Phnom Penh | Wat Kampong Tralach Leu and its murals; afternoon free in Phnom Penh; classical Khmer dance | B, L, D |
| Day 4 | Phnom Penh | Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, Wat Phnom, Tuol Sleng, Russian Market; sail towards Vietnam | B, L, D |
| Day 5 | Vinh Xuong border – Chau Doc | Border formalities; Cham village by local boat; fish farms; Chau Doc market | B, L, D |
| Day 6 | Sa Dec – Vinh Long | Sa Dec market and the house from The Lover | B, L, D |
| Day 7 | Vinh Long – Cai Be – My Tho – Cho Gao canal | Pottery and fruit nurseries, Cai Be craft village, Vinh Trang pagoda, sail the Cho Gao canal to Saigon | B, L, D |
| Day 8 | Saigon (disembark) | Arrive at Saigon Port (Nha Rong wharf) after breakfast; customs formalities; end of cruise | B |
Cabins on the Toum Tiou I
The 10 cabins are finished in exotic wood with large panoramic windows. Each is about 11 m² (120 sq ft) with air-conditioning, a private bathroom with hot shower and brass fittings, a mini-safe, quality linen and premium mattresses, and beds that convert between twin and double. Photos, amenities and fares for each cabin type are in the Price section.
| Cabin type | Number | Size | Deck | Window | From (per person) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main deck cabin | 4 | about 11 m² | Main (lower) deck | Looks straight onto the river | US$2,078 |
| Upper deck cabin | 6 | about 11 m² | Upper deck | Looks onto the outside passageway | US$2,171 |
Deck Plan and Facilities
- Main deck: 4 double cabins with windows over the river.
- Upper deck: 6 double cabins and the restaurant, where all meals are served.
- Sun deck: lounge bar, recliners and deck chairs with panoramic views.
- Library lounge with books and board games; laundry service in Phnom Penh; 24-hour hospitality bar.
Dining and Drinks
A local executive chef serves family-style Cambodian, Vietnamese and international dishes, with a Captain’s dinner, welcome cocktail and farewell reception. Lighter menus are available on request.
- Onboard drinks are included, except those on the special (premium) list
- Complimentary tea, coffee and drinking water in the cabins
- All-day snacks at the bar and fresh bread and pastries
- Tell us about vegetarian, allergy or other dietary needs when you book
Toum Tiou I Cruise Price 2026–2027
These are CF Mekong’s published all-inclusive fares in US dollars for the full 8 days / 7 nights, the same in both directions. Seasons follow the departure date.
| Cabin (per person, twin share) | May – September | October & April | November – March |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main deck cabin | US$2,078 | US$2,299 | US$2,522 |
| Upper deck cabin | US$2,171 | US$2,416 | US$2,639 |
Single travellers
| Cabin for one person | May – September | October & April | November – March |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main deck cabin | US$2,919 | US$3,246 | US$3,573 |
| Upper deck cabin | US$3,107 | US$3,457 | US$3,807 |
Children: please ask us for the child policy for your dates. Ready to book? Send us your sailing date and cabin type with the code VTE-TT1-8.
What’s Included and Not Included
Included
- 7 nights on the Toum Tiou I in the cabin category you book
- All meals on board, plus lunch at a local restaurant in Phnom Penh
- Onboard drinks except the special (premium) list
- All visits and excursions in the program, with entrance fees and English-speaking local guides; headsets for excursions
- Coach between Siem Reap and the ship at Koh Chen
- Tips for local guides and crew
- Emergency assistance and repatriation insurance
- Port fees
Not included
- International flights and taxes
- Cambodian and Vietnamese visas
- Transfers not mentioned in the program
- Cancellation and baggage insurance
- Drinks from the special list and any drinks not mentioned
- Personal expenses
Payment and Cancellation Policy
- A 30% deposit secures your cabin; the balance is due 45 days before departure.
| When you cancel | Charge |
|---|---|
| More than 90 days before departure | US$300 per person |
| 90 to 61 days | 35% of the cruise fare |
| 60 to 31 days | 50% |
| 30 to 20 days | 70% |
| 19 to 9 days | 80% |
| 8 days or less | 100% |
Travel insurance with cancellation cover is strongly recommended. The itinerary, stops and excursions can be changed for safety or navigation reasons; the captain has the final say.
Practical Information: Visas, Weather and Money
- Cambodia visa (upstream): the Cambodian e-visa is valid only at airports and some land borders – it is not accepted at the river border. You need an ordinary one-month tourist visa: apply at a Cambodian embassy before travel, or get it at the river border or on arrival at Phnom Penh port (about US$35 and two passport photos).
- Vietnam visa (downstream): on your Vietnam e-visa, enter the port of entry as Vinh Xuong international border gate, An Giang province and set the entry date one day before the ship crosses the border. Check whether your nationality is visa-exempt.
- Mobility: there is no lift on board and river banks can be steep and slippery, so the cruise is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
- Weather: the dry season runs from December to April (25–35°C); from May to November short, heavy afternoon storms are common.
- Money: the currency on board is the US dollar; extras can be paid in cash or by Visa/MasterCard at the end of the cruise. Bring some small US dollar notes for Cambodia and a little Vietnamese dong for the delta.
- Holidays: during Tết (February), Khmer New Year (April), Pchum Ben (September) and the Water Festival (November) some sites may close without notice.
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 CF Mekong by CroisiEurope.
- Official fares: the prices on this page are CF Mekong by CroisiEurope’s published all-inclusive fares in US dollars – 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
- Book the main deck if you want the river right outside your window – it is also the cheaper deck.
- Choose downstream if you want to see Angkor first: spend two or three nights in Siem Reap, then finish the trip in Saigon.
- Sort your visa early – upstream guests need the ordinary Cambodian tourist visa, not the e-visa.
- Add a day in Saigon before or after the cruise for the Cu Chi Tunnels or a Saigon Vespa tour – see our Saigon travel guide.
- Comparing ships? See the larger Victoria Mekong Cruise or plan the delta with our Mekong Delta travel guide.
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-TT1-8 – we usually reply within 24 hours.
Updated 25 October 2026 · By Jimmy, Vietnam Tour Expert · Sources: CF Mekong by CroisiEurope public FIT rates 2026/2027, Classic programs 8D/7N, ship specifications and departure schedule (cfmekong.com)
Day by day itinerary
About the Toum Tiou I Cruise
The Toum Tiou I was the first of CF Mekong’s river ships, inspired by a Cambodian royal boat and launched in 2002. With 10 cabins, a steel hull and a 1.7 m draft, she sails the Classic 8-day program between Saigon and Siem Reap in both directions.
Brief itinerary (upstream)
- Saigon – Cho Gao canal – My Tho – Cai Be – Vinh Long – Sa Dec – Chau Doc
- Vinh Xuong border – Phnom Penh (2 nights)
- Kampong Tralach – Kampong Chhnang – Koh Chen – coach to Siem Reap
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – Embarkation
Meals: D
Afternoon: board the Toum Tiou I from 15:45 at Saigon Port (Nha Rong wharf, 05 Nguyen Tat Thanh Street), next to the Ho Chi Minh Museum. Settle into your cabin as the ship casts off for My Tho.
Evening: welcome cocktail and introduction to the crew, then dinner on board.
Day 2: Cho Gao Canal – My Tho – Cai Be – Vinh Long
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: sail the busy Cho Gao canal – a passage CF Mekong says no other cruise line offers. In My Tho, a local boat takes you ashore for a short city tour, Vinh Trang pagoda and the market, then on to Thoi Son (Dragon) Island to see village life and taste seasonal fruit.
Afternoon: lunch while sailing to Cai Be. Visit a craft village by local boat, then continue to Vinh Long for a brick and pottery workshop, the fruit-tree nurseries of Binh Hoa Phuoc islet and a traditional house with old farming tools.
Evening: dinner as the ship sails on towards Sa Dec.
Day 3: Sa Dec – Chau Doc
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: local boat to Sa Dec for a short tour and a walk through the riverside market. Sa Dec still has colonial houses, including the “Chinese merchant’s house” from Marguerite Duras’ novel The Lover.
Afternoon: lunch on the way to Chau Doc, then a visit to the floating fish farms. Time permitting, watch the sunset from Sam Mountain (237 m), passing the Lady Chua Xu temple and Tay An pagoda.
Evening: dinner on board.
Day 4: Vinh Xuong Border – Phnom Penh
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: early departure for the Vinh Xuong river border; the crew helps with exit and entry formalities before the ship sails into Cambodia.
Afternoon: lunch while sailing and arrival in Phnom Penh. The rest of the day is free in the Cambodian capital.
Evening: dinner on board in Phnom Penh.
Day 5: Phnom Penh – Royal Palace, Tuol Sleng and Russian Market
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, the National Museum and Wat Phnom, the hilltop temple founded in 1373 that gave the city its name.
Afternoon: lunch at a local restaurant, then the Tuol Sleng genocide museum (S-21) and the Russian Market.
Evening: Apsara dance performance on board, dinner and a free evening in port.
Day 6: Phnom Penh – Kampong Tralach
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: free time in Phnom Penh until the ship leaves at about 11:30.
Afternoon: lunch while sailing, then a walk through Kampong Tralach Krom village and the rice fields to the Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda, whose early-20th-century vihara still has rare mural paintings.
Evening: dinner on board.
Day 7: Kampong Chhnang – Koh Chen
Meals: B, L, D
Morning: visit Kampong Chhnang, a fishing port known for its fish farms and traditional pottery (“chhnang” means pot), with a tasting of regional products and the Wat Yeaytep pagoda, built in 1677.
Afternoon: lunch on board as the ship sails to Koh Chen.
Evening: farewell dinner on board.
Day 8: Koh Chen – Siem Reap (Disembarkation)
Meals: B
Morning: breakfast, then an air-conditioned coach from Koh Chen to Siem Reap (about 5–6 hours), ending at the meeting point in town. Do not book a flight out of Siem Reap before 16:00.
Inclusions
Meals
All meals + onboard drinks (except premium list)
Transport
River cruise ship + coach Siem Reap – Koh Chen
Accommodation
7 nights on board
Tour Inclusions
- 7 nights on board in your chosen cabin
- All meals; onboard drinks except the special list
- Excursions, entrance fees, English-speaking guides, headsets
- Coach between Siem Reap and the ship
- Tips for guides and crew
- Emergency and repatriation insurance; port fees
Tour Exclusions
- International flights
- Visas for Cambodia and Vietnam
- Transfers not in the program
- Cancellation and baggage insurance
- Premium-list drinks and personal expenses
Tour Price
Cruise code: VTE-TT1-8
Main Deck Cabin
4 double cabins on the main (lower) deck
- Cabin size:
- about 11 m² (120 sq ft)
- Bed size:
- Double or twin
- Max person:
- 2 guests
- Location:
- Main deck – window onto the river
Cabin Amenities
- Panoramic river window
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom, hot shower
- Convertible twin/double beds
- Mini-safe
- Tea, coffee and water
From US$2,078
per person, twin share – operator’s published fare
Main Deck Cabin
4 double cabins on the main (lower) deck
The four main-deck cabins sit closest to the water, with large windows that look straight onto the river banks – the best spot to watch daily life go by from your bed. They are finished in exotic wood and have a private bathroom with brass fittings and a hot shower. Beds can be arranged as a double or two singles.
Cabin facts
| Size | about 11 m² (120 sq ft) |
|---|---|
| Beds | Double or twin |
| Occupancy | 2 guests |
| Location | Main deck – window onto the river |
All amenities
- Panoramic river window
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom, hot shower
- Convertible twin/double beds
- Mini-safe
- Tea, coffee and water
- Quality linen and duvet
- Make-up mirrors
- Multi-configuration plugs
- Closet and under-bed storage
Main Deck Cabin fares
| Season | Price per person (twin share) |
|---|---|
| May – September | US$2,078 |
| October & April | US$2,299 |
| November – March | US$2,522 |
Single use of the cabin: US$2,919–3,573.
Upper Deck Cabin
6 double cabins on the upper deck
- Cabin size:
- about 11 m² (120 sq ft)
- Bed size:
- Double or twin
- Max person:
- 2 guests
- Location:
- Upper deck – window onto the outside passageway
Cabin Amenities
- Large panoramic window
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom, hot shower
- Convertible twin/double beds
- Mini-safe
- Tea, coffee and water
From US$2,171
per person, twin share – operator’s published fare
Upper Deck Cabin
6 double cabins on the upper deck
The six upper-deck cabins share the same size and finishes as the main deck and are on the same level as the restaurant, one flight below the sun deck. Their windows open onto the outside passageway that runs around the deck, so you get light and air with the river just beyond the rail.
Cabin facts
| Size | about 11 m² (120 sq ft) |
|---|---|
| Beds | Double or twin |
| Occupancy | 2 guests |
| Location | Upper deck – window onto the outside passageway |
All amenities
- Large panoramic window
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom, hot shower
- Convertible twin/double beds
- Mini-safe
- Tea, coffee and water
- Quality linen and duvet
- Make-up mirrors
- Multi-configuration plugs
- Steps from the restaurant
Upper Deck Cabin fares
| Season | Price per person (twin share) |
|---|---|
| May – September | US$2,171 |
| October & April | US$2,416 |
| November – March | US$2,639 |
Single use of the cabin: US$3,107–3,807.
Toum Tiou I Departure Dates 2026–2027
Published sailings of the Toum Tiou I Classic program, in both directions. Availability was checked on 25 October 2026 and changes quickly – send us your date and we confirm the live status within 24 hours.
Fri30Oct 2026
Downstream: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Saigon
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Fri06Nov 2026
Upstream: Saigon → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap
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Sat14Nov 2026
Downstream: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Saigon
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Sat21Nov 2026
Upstream: Saigon → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap
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Sun29Nov 2026
Downstream: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Saigon
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Sun06Dec 2026
Upstream: Saigon → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap
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Mon14Dec 2026
Downstream: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Saigon
Mon21Dec 2026
Upstream: Saigon → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap
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Tue29Dec 2026
Downstream: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Saigon
Tue05Jan 2027
Upstream: Saigon → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap
Wed13Jan 2027
Downstream: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Saigon
Wed20Jan 2027
Upstream: Saigon → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap
Thu28Jan 2027
Downstream: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Saigon
Thu04Feb 2027
Upstream: Saigon → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap
Fri12Feb 2027
Downstream: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Saigon
Fri19Feb 2027
Upstream: Saigon → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap
Sat27Feb 2027
Downstream: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Saigon
Sat06Mar 2027
Upstream: Saigon → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap
Sun14Mar 2027
Downstream: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Saigon
Sun21Mar 2027
Upstream: Saigon → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap
No departures for this month – choose another month or ask us about other dates.
Fares are CF Mekong’s published per-person prices for a main-deck cabin, twin share; upper-deck cabins cost more (see the price table). Sailings after March 2027 have not been published yet – ask us for April–September dates.
- Single use of a double cabin: from US$2,919. Payment: 30% deposit, balance 45 days before departure.
Ready to book? Send us your sailing date and the code VTE-TT1-8.
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FAQs about the Toum Tiou I Cruise
1. What is the Toum Tiou I Cruise?
An 8-day, 7-night Classic Mekong river cruise between Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) and Siem Reap on the Toum Tiou I, a 10-cabin, 20-passenger ship operated by CF Mekong by CroisiEurope. It sails in both directions.
2. How much does the Toum Tiou I Cruise cost?
CF Mekong’s published fares for 2026–2027 are US$2,078–2,522 per person in a main-deck cabin and US$2,171–2,639 in an upper-deck cabin, twin share, depending on the season (May–September, October and April, or November–March). A cabin for one person costs US$2,919–3,807.
3. What is included in the price?
All meals, onboard drinks except the special list, all excursions and entrance fees, English-speaking local guides, headsets, tips for guides and crew, emergency and repatriation insurance, port fees and the coach between Siem Reap and the ship.
4. Where does the Toum Tiou I cruise start in Saigon?
At Saigon Port – Nha Rong wharf, 05 Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, next to the Ho Chi Minh Museum. Boarding opens at 15:45 on day 1 of the upstream cruise.
5. Does the ship sail all the way to Siem Reap?
Not on the low-water program. Upstream, the ship ends at Koh Chen and a coach takes you to Siem Reap in about 5–6 hours. Downstream, the coach leaves the Siem Reap meeting point at 13:00 on day 1.
6. When does the Toum Tiou I depart?
About every 7–8 days, alternating direction. Published 2026–2027 sailings run to late March 2027; for example downstream on 14 and 29 December 2026 and upstream on 5 and 20 January 2027. See the Departure Dates section for the full list and availability.
7. What are the cabins like?
There are 10 double cabins of about 11 m², all with air-conditioning, a private bathroom with hot shower, a panoramic window and beds that convert to twin or double. Four main-deck cabins look straight onto the river; six upper-deck cabins have windows onto the outside passageway.
8. Do I need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. Sailing from Saigon to Cambodia you need an ordinary Cambodian tourist visa, because the Cambodian e-visa is not accepted at the river border. You can apply at an embassy before travel or get it at the border or in Phnom Penh port (about US$35, two photos).
9. What should I write on my Vietnam e-visa for the downstream cruise?
Enter “Vinh Xuong international border gate, An Giang province” as the port of entry, and set the entry date one day before the ship crosses the border.
10. Is the Toum Tiou I suitable for children or guests with limited mobility?
The ship has no lift and river banks can be steep, so it is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility. Please ask us about the child policy for your dates.
11. What is the cancellation policy?
US$300 per person more than 90 days before departure, 35% from 90 to 61 days, 50% from 60 to 31 days, 70% from 30 to 20 days, 80% from 19 to 9 days and 100% within 8 days. A 30% deposit confirms the booking and the balance is due 45 days before departure.
12. What is the difference between Toum Tiou I and Toum Tiou II?
Toum Tiou I has 10 cabins and runs the 8-day Classic program. Toum Tiou II is slightly larger (14 cabins, 28 guests) and runs the 9-day Discovery program with kayaking, cycling, Tra Su forest and a full Saigon city tour.
13. How do I book the Toum Tiou I Cruise?
Send us your sailing date, direction, cabin type and number of travellers with the code VTE-TT1-8 through the Cruise Inquiry form or WhatsApp +84 88 626 1368. We confirm availability with CF Mekong and reply within 24 hours.
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