Jayavarman Cruise

On the first day of the journey, you will say goodbye to the hustle and bustle of the vibrant Saigon for departing to the new land of My Tho where you will embark the Jayavarman Cruise. Along the way, you will be served refreshing drinks and light lunch whilst sailing gently along the Mekong River. Take your time to soak in the sunset on the balcony. After a briefing at the lounge, enjoy a welcome dinner on board.

Upon getting into Cai Be, Jayavarman Cruise will drop anchor for an overnight.

• Meals: Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

Welcome the new day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck. Coffee and tea are available on the boat.

Start your exciting journey with a visit to the bustling and colorful floating market of Cai Be. The traditional sampan will take you around the market to get a glimpse of a typical market of the region.

Along the way back to Jayavarman Cruise, the cruise will stop at some places where you can witness the making process of rice paste, rice paper, rice cookies, rice pop, rice wine and coconut candies and the rustic local life along the canals.

After lunch, the Jayavarman Cruise continues sailing to Sa Dec. Upon arrival, take a tour on a traditional sampan to explore an untouchable village in Binh Thanh Island where villagers are involved in making rattan mat. Do not miss the chance to interact with the locals to get to know more their daily life. Then, back to Jayavarman Cruise for a tranquil cruise towards Tan Chau.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

Energize your new day with a hearty breakfast at the luxurious Dining Hall. This morning, take a short excursion in Tan Chau where you can find an enormous community including Chinese, Kinh and Khmer.

The first destination in your journey today is “evergreen” islands which are inviting you to learn more the local lifestyle. You may find it’s interesting that villagers here live on houses poised on high stilts which have become the tradition of this region for centuries ago.

Make a stop in Tan Chau canal to visit a fish farm where villagers live in floating houses and live by feeding fish.

After that, a boat will take you to Tan Chau pier. Disembark the boat and take a stroll around the colorful local market to explore its regional products. You will then head back to Jayavarman Cruise after the market visit.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

It’s time to say good bye to the excellent floating sanctuary. After breakfast, disembark the Jayavarman Cruise and transfer to Phnom Penh city for further discovery.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Overnight: N/A

*** Although it is our intention to operate the itinerary as detailed proposal, we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that might occur. It may be necessary to make some changes as a result of climatic conditions, alterations to cruise schedules or other operational factors.

This morning, take a city tour of Phnom Penh to visit some famous highlights including the Killing Field – the reminder of the genocide and S21 Genocide Museum. Continue onto the magnificent Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda and appreciate the stunning Khmer craft at the National Museum. Lunch is served at a local restaurant.

Afterwards, take a cyclo to transfer back to the Jayavarman Cruise. Take your time to relax at your comfortable balcony or in the lounge before joining the evening event. There will be a variety of cocktails on the sundeck followed by a BBQ dinner. You will then enjoy the Apsara dance performance to learn more the richness of this culture and the smooth sounds of traditional music. It is truly an outstanding experience with an open-air dining. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

• Meals: Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

This early morning, make a stop at the less known Silk Island community before heading back to the Jayavarman Cruise for cruising amongst the tranquil villages of the Mekong. Along the way, you will witness the rustic charm of the river life on the river banks. Then, visit the rural Angkor Ban village which dates back hundred years ago. The houses here are truly rustic without the impact of modern life. You could even join the daily activities of the local villagers to experience firsthand their unique lifestyle.

After the great experience, back to the Jayavarman Cruise and cruising to Kampong Cham. Overnight in Kampong Cham.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

You will wake up early this morning to start your excursion to Wat Hanchey - the pre-Angkorian temple where you could get to the top by taking a motor taxi or climbing 303 steps. Once on the top of the hill overlooking the river, you will be amazed at stunning views over the region. This ancient structure was built in the 8th century famous for its magnificent architecture of the Chenla Empire. You could also get to know more the unique lifestyle of some of the monks in the area. Later, head back to Jayavarman Cruise to see the blessing ceremony performed by local monks.

After lunch, Jayavarman Cruise will then cruise to Kampong Cham where you will visit Wat Nokor to explore its timeless story followed by a visit to OBT project of Heritage Line and organization for Basic Training. Overnight on board in Kampong Cham.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

As the sun rises on the horizon, Jayavarman Cruise starts sailing towards Kampong Chhnang on the tranquil Tonle River. Along the way, you may be greeted by the friendly children on the river banks. You will then reach Kampong Chhnang - a great place to enjoy Tai Chi session on the deck in the tranquil setting of the region.

Afterwards, take a minivan to explore the unique Khmer-styled pottery at the Aundaung Russey village before enjoying a motorboat excursion to discover wetlands, floating houses and fish farms. Head back to the Jayavarman Cruise for lunch as cruising along the meandering Tonle Sap River. Enjoy the peacefulness and tranquillity of the lake while cruising gently along the lake.

In the evening, after a sumptuous meal, get ready for a big entertainment with the Cambodian style dances with our staff. Overnight in Tonle Sap Lake.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

As the flowing heart of Cambodia which brings love and life to the nation, the Tonle Sap is home to a variety of birds and fish. This great lake is considered the largest freshwater lake in Asia. Take the chance to take in the stillness and tranquillity of the lake on the way to Siem Reap. Due to the varied water level, there will be some small changes in itinerary according to different seasons. As Jayavarman Cruise approaches the city of Angkor temple complex, you bid farewell to our cruise. Disembark the Jayavarman Cruise at the Siem Reap Port and then transfer to the drop off point in town.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Accommodation: N/A

*** Although it is our intention to operate the itinerary as detailed proposal, we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that might occur. It may be necessary to make some changes as a result of climatic conditions, alterations to cruise schedules or other operational factors.

In the morning, you will get a comprehensive lecture on board to understand more about the modern history of Cambodia. Today, most of time is spent sailing along the main Mekong Channel. At this session, you will see large ships running along this route.

In the afternoon, you will arrive in the Vietnamese border. It will take some time to finish border crossing procedures. During this time, you could take chance to relax in the glow of the sun on the sundeck of Jayavarman Cruise, indulge yourself at the Spa or try your hands with a cooking class. Overnight on board in Tan Chau.

• Meals: Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

After a hearty breakfast on board, take a short excursion in Tan Chau - the fish sanctuary of Vietnam. This border town is home to the different communities of Chinese, Kinh and Khmer. Set off your journey with a traditional vehicle to visit a local market. Then, embark a local boat to visit the fish farm and head back to Jayavarman Cruise. Along the way, you will get a real taste of local life in the Mekong.

After lunch on board, continue your trip to My An Hung village. Take a walk through the lush vegetable garden to get to a family house. You will then cross a monkey bridge and witness vegetable fields. Afterwards, gather at the family house to relax with a cup of tea and local delicacies and fruits and back to the Jayavarman Cruise for a cruise to Sa Dec. Overnight in Sa Dec.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

In the morning, embark a traditional sampan for a cruise along the man made canals to explore Binh Thanh Island. After lunch on board, you will arrive in Cai Be. Here you will visit the colorful floating market - one of the largest markets in the region. As cruising through the narrow canals, you will witness firsthand the breathtaking landscapes along the river and the rustic life on the Mekong Delta.

Nestled on the mighty Mekong River, the islands still remain unknown to many people. You are also offered special chance to see the exciting making process of rice paste, rice cookies, and coconut candies. After the stunning experience, re-embark Jayavarman Cruise to enjoy the tranquillity of the evening cruise to My Tho. This evening, there will be a farewell party on the terrace deck. Overnight in My Tho.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

This morning, Jayavarman Cruise makes its way to My Tho on the upper Mekong River. It’s time to say goodbye to the crew. You will disembark Jayavarman Cruise and transfer to the meeting point in Saigon. End of the trip.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Accommodation: N/A

*** Although it is our intention to operate the itinerary as detailed proposal, we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that might occur. It may be necessary to make some changes as a result of climatic conditions, alterations to cruise schedules or other operational factors.

The Tonle Sap is considered the heart of Cambodia thanks to its importance to the life of the country. It is home to a variety of birds and fish.

Upon arriving at the meeting point, you will be transferred to the Jayavarman Cruise. Our friendly crew will welcome you warmly. After a welcome drink, enjoy a buffet lunch on the ship as Jayavarman Cruise glides along the water. Dinner is served on board. Then, take your time to relax on the sundeck in the sparkling glow of the moon and stars. Overnight on board at the midstream on the Tonle Sap River.

• Meals: Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

Take some time in the morning to join a Tai Chi lesson in the sundeck in the tranquillity of the river. Coffee and tea are available on board. Jayavarman Cruise starts sailing across the Tonle River. Along the way, you will see the beautiful view of marshlands floating along the river banks. 

In the afternoon, continue your cruise meandering along the Tonle Sap River. Here, you may see kids waving their hands to greet you. Once in the land, you take a short bus ride to see the Khmer-styled pottery. Embark the boat to admire the wetlands, floating houses and fish farms in the region. Continue further down the river where you will join an ox cart ride in the afternoon. You will then have great chance to know more about the Heritage Line pro bono “literacy project”. Overnight in Kampong Cham.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

After an overnight cruising, you will wake up early this morning to set off your excursion to Wat Hanchey - the pre-Angkorian temple. Here, you could get to the top by taking a motor taxi or climbing 303 steps. Once on the top of the hill overlooking the river, you are offered one of the most stunning views in Cambodia. This ancient structure was built in the 8th century famous for its magnificent architecture of the Chenla Empire.

You could also get to know more the unique lifestyle of some of the monks in the area. Later, head back to Jayavarman Cruise to see the blessing ceremony performed by local monks. It will then cruise to Kampong Cham where you will visit Wat Nokor to explore its timeless story. Overnight on board at the midstream near Phnom Penh.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

In the morning, start your sightseeing tour of Phnom Penh with some famous highlights including the Killing Field – the reminder of the genocide and S21 Genocide Museum. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, continue your trail to the magnificent Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda and appreciate the stunning Khmer craft at the National Museum.

After the visit, take a cyclo to transfer back to Jayavarman Cruise. Take your time to relax at your comfortable balcony or in the lounge before joining the evening event. There will be a variety of cocktails on the sundeck followed by a BBQ dinner. You will then enjoy the Apsara dance performance to learn more the richness of this culture and the smooth sounds of traditional music. It is truly an outstanding experience with an open-air dining. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

Get ready to the new day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck with tea and coffee served on board. After breakfast, there will be a comprehensive lecture on board to understand more about the modern history of Cambodia. Today, most of the time is spent sailing along the main Mekong Channel. At this session, you will see large ships running along this route.

In the afternoon, you will arrive in the Vietnamese border. It will take some time to finish border crossing procedures. During this time, you could take chance to relax in the glow of sun on the sundeck, indulge yourself at the Spa or try your hands with a cooking class. Overnight on board in Tan Chau.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

After a hearty breakfast on board, take a short excursion in Tan Chau - the fish sanctuary of Vietnam. This border town is home to the different communities of Chinese, Kinh and Khmer. Set off your journey with a traditional vehicle to visit a local market. Then, embark a local boat to visit fish farm and head back to Jayavarman Cruise.

In the afternoon, continue your trip to My An Hung village. Take a walk through the lush vegetable garden to get to a family house. You will then cross a monkey bridge and witness vegetable fields. Afterwards, gather at the family house to relax with a cup of tea and local delicacies and fruits and back to the Jayavarman Cruise for a cruise to Sa Dec. Overnight in Sa Dec.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

In the morning, board a traditional sampan and cruise along the man made canals to explore Binh Thanh Island. Enjoy lunch on board before arriving in Cai Be. Here you will visit the colourful floating market - one of the largest markets in the region. As cruising through the narrow canals, you will witness firsthand the breathtaking landscapes along the river and the rustic life on the Mekong Delta.

Nestled on the mighty Mekong River, the islands still remain unknown to many people. You may find it interesting to see the exciting making process of rice paste, rice cookies and coconut candies. After stunning experience, re-embark Jayavarman Cruise to enjoy the tranquillity of the evening cruise to My Tho. This evening, there will be a farewell party on the terrace deck. Overnight in My Tho.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: RV Jayavarman Cruise

This morning, Jayavarman Cruise makes its way to My Tho on the upper Mekong River. It’s time to say goodbye to the crew. You will disembark Jayavarman Cruise and transfer to the meeting point in Saigon. End of the trip.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Accommodation: N/A

*** Although it is our intention to operate the itinerary as detailed proposal, we cannot be held responsible for any last-minute changes that might occur. It may be necessary to make some changes as a result of climatic conditions, alterations to cruise schedules or other operational factors.

Not only being the heart of Cambodia, the Tonle Lake, also known as the Great Lake is also a home to a wide range of birds including the rare and endangered ones.

At around noon, you will gather at the meeting point and then transfer to Jayavarman Cruise. Upon embarking our ship, you will get a warm welcome of our smiling crew. Enjoy a refreshing drink followed by a buffet lunch on Jayavarman Cruise.

Spend your afternoon relaxing in your cabin as Jayavarman Cruise cruises along the mighty river. After enjoying dinner in our luxurious Dining Hall, you can mingle with the nature with the light of the moon and stars on the sundeck.

• Meals: Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the early morning with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck. Coffee and tea are available on board. The Jayavarman Cruise starts cruising across the Tonle Lake, passing by incredible marshlands along the river banks.

In the afternoon, Jayavarman Cruise continues cruising through a languid meander along the Tonle Sap River where you can even be greeted by kids from the banks.

Afterwards, a short bus trip will take you to visit the pottery in Khmer style. You will then make the way to the wetlands to explore floating houses and fish farms in the region. You also have a great opportunity to join an Ox cart rally and get to know more about the Heritage Line pro bono “literacy project”.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

Try to wake up early in this morning to join our exciting land journey to Wat Hanchey, a pre-Angkorian temple. To get to the top of the temple, you could either take a motor-taxi or climb 303 steps. Upon reaching the top of the hill, you will be amazed by the breathtaking views over the river and the mighty Angkor temple complex.

You will also be impressive with the stories of some of the monks in the area. After exploring the temple, head back to Jayavarman Cruise to witness the blessing ceremony of the local monks.

After lunch on board, the Jayavarman Cruise continues sailing to Kampong Cham where you have time to visit Wat Nokor which holds a timeless story.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

After breakfast, get to know more about this dynamic city with a comprehensive lecture on Cambodia’s modern history. Then, set off a city tour of this historic capital city of Cambodia which still holds French colonial allure any corner of the street. Once known as the Paris of the East, Phnom Penh remains a rustic yet elegant city in spite of the rapid development. 

The morning sightseeing includes a visit of the sparkling edifice of Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda and the National Museum with an exclusive collection of Khmer craft. 

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Then, head out to visit the historical sites of the Genocide Museum and the Killing Field in town. Learn more about the country’s history during the Khmer Rouge regime. 

Back on board for a rest at your private balcony or in the lounge and get ready for an exciting evening event. Grab a refreshing cocktail on the sundeck while enjoying the graceful Apsara dance performance. Dining in the open air with a fabulous barbeque will be a truly marvelous experience.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

It’s time to say goodbye to the excellent floating sanctuary. After breakfast, disembark the Jayavarman Cruise and transfer to Phnom Penh city for further discovery.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Overnight: N/A

On the first day of the journey, you will say goodbye to the hustle and bustle of the vibrant Saigon for departing to the new land of My Tho where you will embark the Jayavarman Cruise. Along the way, you will be served refreshing drinks and light lunch whilst sailing gently along the Mekong River. Take your time to soak in the sunset on the balcony. After a briefing at the lounge, enjoy a welcome dinner on board.

Upon getting into Cai Be, the ship will drop anchor for an overnight.

• Meals: Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

Welcome the new day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck.After that, you will have a chance to explore the bustling and colorful floating market of Cai Be. The traditional sampan will take you around the market to get a glimpse of a typical market of the region.

Along the way back to the Jayavarman Cruise, the trip will stop at some places where you can witness the making process of rice paste, rice paper, rice cookies, rice pop, rice wine and coconut candies and the rustic local life along the canals.

After lunch, Jayavarman Cruise continues sailing to Sa Dec. Upon arrival, take a tour on a traditional sampan to explore an untouchable village in Binh Thanh Island.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

This morning, take a short excursion in Tan Chau where you can find an enormous community including Chinese, Kinh and Khmer. The first destination in your journey today is “evergreen” islands which are inviting you to learn more the local lifestyle. Make a stop in Tan Chau canal to visit a fish farm where you can encounter different kinds of fish. After that, a boat will take you to Tan Chau pier. Disembark the boat and take a stroll around the colorful local market to explore its regional products.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

In the morning, take a sightseeing tour in Phnom Penh including the Killing Field outside town.

Start your exploring day with a visit to the Genocide Museum, explore the golden edifice of the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda and admire the magnificent beauty of Khmer craft at the National Museum. Then, head back to the Jayavarman Cruise by bicycle.

In the evening, you are offered a great chance to learn more about the modern history of Cambodia with a comprehensive lecture.

After the lecture, enjoy a BBQ dinner followed by Apsara dance performance.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

In this early morning, leave Phnom Penh. En-route, make a photo stop at Silk island community to explore the local life here. Then, head back to the Jayavarman Cruise for the ongoing trip. Along the way, Jayavarman Cruise will pass by peaceful villages along the Mekong River and shift boats with gentle fishermen.

Upon arriving in the rural Angkor Ban village, take a tour around the village to explore the stamps still living with time. Visiting the village, you may feel you are brought back to an era when there was no impact of the modern life. The houses here are authentic and rustic which are made totally by hand. 

If you wish, you could join the daily activities of the villagers here to experience the rural life by your own. Afterwards, transfer back to Jayavarman Cruise for a cruise to Kampong Cham.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

Try to wake up early in this morning to join our exciting land journey to Wat Hanchey - a pre-Angkorian temple. To get to the top of the temple, you could either take a motor-taxi or climb 303 steps.

You will also be impressed with the stories of some of the monks in the area. After exploring the temple, head back to Jayavarman Cruise to witness the blessing ceremony of the local monks.

After lunch on board, the Jayavarman Cruise continues sailing to Kampong Cham where you have time to visit Wat Nokor which holds a timeless story. You also get a great chance to visit OBT project of Heritage Line and organization for Basic Training.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

Welcome your new day by practicing Thai Chi on the sundeck while Jayavarman Cruise gets to an exciting place of Cambodia - Kampong Chhnang where you can find everything balanced on the water.

Upon approaching, a minivan will take you to the Aundaung Russey village where you can see pottery in Khmer style. Return to the river for an interesting motorboat excursion to the wetlands to discover floating houses and fish farms in the region.

After the excursion, transfer back to the Jayavarman Cruise for lunch and cruising to the Tonle Sap River.

In the evening, after a sumptuous dinner, you will have a great time with our staff to learn to jiggle the Cambodian way.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: RV Jayavarman Cruise

Today you will have time to explore the heart of Cambodia – the Tonle Sap, also known as the Great Lake.

Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy the tranquility of the water and the peacefulness on the way to Siem Reap. The itinerary could be changed during different seasons due to the changes in water level at the different time of the year.

This city of famed Angkor temple complex is the last destination in our Heritage Line cruise liner. You will be bid farewell to Jayavarman Cruise as your journey comes to an end.

You will cross the Tonle Lake at 9.00 am, disembark the Jayavarman Cruise at the Siem Reap Port and transfer to the drop off point in town.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Overnight: N/A

*** Although it is our intention to operate the itinerary as detailed proposal, we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that might occur. It may be necessary to make some changes as a result of climatic conditions, alterations to cruise schedules or other operational factors.