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21 Night Essence of Vietnam Cambodia and Luxury Mekong and Land Tour

From Hanoi to Siem Reap

Scenic Spirit

Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14057469
  • Departs: Fri, Mar 13, 2026
  • Returns: Fri, Apr 3, 2026
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Mar 13, 2026
    Day
    1
    Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    Welcome to vibrant Vietnam, a world of color, culture, and food. Enjoy the day at leisure and settle into a two-night Special Stay. This colonial 'grand old lady' of Hanoi boasts luxury rooms and amenities with an exceptional staff to cater your needs and comforts.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Mar 14, 2026
    Day
    2
    Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    Rise and shine to a day of exploration in this nostalgic city with your first Scenic Freechoice.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Mar 15, 2026
    Day
    3
    Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Bus Travel
    • Ha Long, Vietnam
    After breakfast, check out of your luxury accommodation and begin your four-hour journey to Halong Bay. Along the way you will drive through the prosperous farmlands of the Red River Delta before joining a two-night cruise onboard the new luxury Bhaya Soul for an awe-inspiring trip through the picturesque waters of this spectacular UNESCO World Heritage-listed icon. This stunning vessel provides a first-class experience from beginning to end. The luxurious features and suites allow a comfortable and exquisite way to explore Halong Bay reaching areas of the bay far beyond the day trippers and overnight cruises. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Mar 16, 2026
    Day
    4
    Ha Long, Vietnam
    • Ha Long, Vietnam
    After breakfast, enjoy a Tai Chi lesson on the Sun Deck as the ship sails deeper into the national park. Take control and jump into a kayak to paddle your way through a limestone cave system, and later take a bike ride on Cat Ba Island. Cat Ba Island has to be one of the hidden beauties of the region. Twined with jungle and wildlife, the island remains mainly untouched from large development. After your adventure ashore, head back to the ship to enjoy an exclusive to Scenic guests Sundowners activity while at anchor. Soak up the aromas in a wine tasting set against the backdrop of the karst islands at sunset. Later, after enjoying the fine local cuisine in the onboard restaurant, try your hand at some squid fishing from the boat. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Mar 17, 2026
    Day
    5
    Ha Long, Vietnam
    • Ha Long, Vietnam
    • Bus Travel
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    Relax during your morning cruise back to the harbor. After stopping for lunch and shopping en route back to Hanoi, arrive back for an overnight stay. Later, join a historical bunker tour at the hotel to learn about its place in the history of this capital city, a history that spans over 1,000 years.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Mar 18, 2026
    Day
    6
    Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Air Travel
    • Da Nang, Vietnam
    • Bus Travel
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
    After breakfast, check out and transfer to Hanoi Airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival continue south past Marble Mountains to the ancient trading port town of Hoi An. Here, enjoy a three-night stay at your resort, which includes a daily spa journey as part of your stay.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Mar 19, 2026
    Day
    7
    Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
    Step back in time as you take a walking tour of Hoi An's UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Quarter, visiting the Japanese Bridge and central market where you can experience its incredible sights and aromas. Afterwards, try some local street food specialties of Hoi An such as com ga, cao lau, and banh mi at a local restaurant. The afternoon is at your leisure, perhaps to get a massage using your included spa treatment, swim in the hotel's large resort style pool, or continue shopping in the old town, visiting the many tailors the town is known for. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Mar 20, 2026
    Day
    8
    Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
    Start the day refreshed and ready to join your Scenic Freechoice activity.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Mar 21, 2026
    Day
    9
    Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Bus Travel
    • Hue, Vietnam
    This morning, travel via the breath-taking Hai Van Pass to Hue, the former imperial capital. During an inspiring visit to Duc Son Pagoda, talk with the nuns and learn how they are supporting their orphanage through different initiatives, including the proceeds from your vegetarian lunch at Tinh Tam Restaurant. In the afternoon, wander though the grandeur of Hue's Imperial Citadel ruins before enjoying a cyclo ride back to the hotel. Afterwards, check into your hotel in Hue, your home for the night. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Mar 22, 2026
    Day
    10
    Hue, Vietnam
    • Hue, Vietnam
    • Air Travel
    • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    Your final day in the center of Vietnam starts with breakfast before checking out and setting off on a morning excursion to the Mausoleum of Emperor Tu Duc, the last independent emperor of Imperial Vietnam before French colonization. After exploring the grounds, head to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. After your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, transfer to your historic hotel, your home for the next two nights. Before dinner take a leisurely walk around Notre Dame Cathedral, the Opera House, and the Central Post Office. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Mar 23, 2026
    Day
    11
    Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    • Bus Travel
    • Cu Chi Tunnels, Vietnam
    • Bus Travel
    • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    After breakfast, travel to the Cu Chi Tunnels and spend the morning learning about the development and establishment of this hidden covered tunnel network that the Viet Cong soldiers hid in for months on end. Return to the city for a pho lunch with the remainder of the afternoon at leisure.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Mar 24, 2026
    Day
    12
    Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 12 - Tuesday - Mar 24, 2026
    Day
    12
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • My Tho, Vietnam
    • Cai Be, Vietnam
    After breakfast and check-out, visit the War Museum and Reunification Palace. The former Presidential House of South Vietnam become famous in 1975 with images of tanks crashing through its gates leading to the South's surrender and end of the War of Independence. After lunch, a motorcoach will transfer you to Mt Tho where the breathtaking Scenic Spirit awaits. Start with a cocktail reception hosted by your cruise director. Take a stroll around the decks to orientate yourself as to where all the amenities are. After your welcome dinner, settling into your private suite does not mean you settle for service. At any time, your dedicated personal butler is free to swing by with a nightcap and delivery of your preferred pillows. A calm 4-hour sail brings you to halt off Cai Be where the ship will anchor overnight. ...
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    Wednesday - Mar 25, 2026
    Day
    13
    Cai Be, Vietnam
    • Cai Be, Vietnam
    • Sa Dec, Vietnam
    Start the day with a full gourmet breakfast - complete with champagne - before heading out to explore Cai Be. After your morning activity, head back to the ship for lunch whilst sailing to Sa Dec. Relax and soak in the beauty of the scenery, visit the onboard library to read up on future ports, or head to the Scenic Spirit lounge to unwind with fellow guests over a glass of wine. Later, upon arrival in Sa Dec, board your sampan once again to explore the lively wet market where you can meet the sellers and marvel at their wares, including live fish, frogs, and even snakes. This two-hour exploration will take you deep into the local lifestyle. You can also see the grand home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, a Chinese merchant who inspired Marguerite Duras to write novel L'Amant. Your expert guide will reveal the secrets behind this passionate tale of tragic love. After returning to the ship, and before dinner, marvel at a lion dance performed by locals on the expansive Sundeck. The ship will then set sail for the 6-hour journey to Tan Chau. ...
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    Thursday - Mar 26, 2026
    Day
    14
    • Tan Chau, Vietnam
    • Vietnam-Cambodia Border Crossing, Vietnam
    You may want to start with some exercise in the onboard gym, try stretching at the early morning yoga class, or relax in the sauna. Then, set off to discover the areas surrounding Tan Chau. After lunch upon your arrival back onboard, enjoy sailing to the Vietnamese-Cambodian border. Some down time is a great way to relax and what better way to do that than heading to the Wellness Centre or Beauty Salon for a bit of pampering. After the ship clears immigration into Cambodia at the border, settle in for an overnight sail towards Phnom Penh, bidding farewell to Vietnam. ...
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    Friday - Mar 27, 2026
    Day
    15
    Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    Welcome to Cambodia, arriving into the capital of Phnom Penh early this morning. After breakfast, it will be time to head out and explore the city. At the conclusion of your tour, return to Scenic Spirit for lunch. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. Later this evening before dinner, enjoy a cultural performance by the Cambodian Student and Children's Organization. ...
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    Saturday - Mar 28, 2026
    Day
    16
    Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Oudong, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    Board a bus this morning for the short drive to the ancient capital of Cambodia, Oudong. Here, experience the life of the monks and nuns who reside at the peaceful monastery. If you are lucky, you may be able to partake in one of the many festivals and traditional rituals often held here. After you return to the city, discover the opulence of Phnom Penh's Royal Palace and the famous Silver Pagoda within. Set on the riverfront, this dazzling palace was built in the 1860s and still serves as the official residence of the King of Cambodia. After returning to the ship and before setting sail, enjoy a cultural performance by the Cambodian Student and Children's Organization. ...
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    Sunday - Mar 29, 2026
    Day
    17
    • Koh Oknha Tey, Cambodia, Cambodia
    • Angkor Ban, Cambodia
    This morning, you will explore the island of Oknha Tey, dedicated to the art of silk weaving. Travel by traditional tuk tuk to the farm, meet the workers, and learn about silk production. Return to Scenic Spirit for lunch and some free time. This could be the perfect opportunity to escape the heat of a South East Asian afternoon with a swim in the pool and a refreshing cocktail. After lunch, you will call at Angkor Ban, a small settlement where time stands still. Explore its historic wooden houses, which date back over 100 years and survived the destruction of the Khmer Rouge. You can also visit a local school that teaches English to the students alongside their regular lessons. Back onboard, learn the many ways to wear a krama, the traditional Cambodian scarf, as the ship sails towards Kampong Cham. ...
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    Monday - Mar 30, 2026
    Day
    18
    • Wat Hanchey, Cambodia
    • Kampong Cham, Cambodia
    Meet the novice monks at Wat Hanchey, an ancient hilltop pagoda and monastery. Walk (or drive) to the top and soak in some of the best elevated views of the cruise. Back onboard you will have time to relax and overlook the gorgeous sunset of the Cambodian skyline before your engaging farewell dinner with the crew. ...
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    Tuesday - Mar 31, 2026
    Day
    19
    Kampong Cham, Cambodia
    • Kampong Cham, Cambodia
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 19 - Tuesday - Mar 31, 2026
    Day
    19
    • Bus Travel
    • Kampong Thom, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Kampong Kdei, Cambodia, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    Today, we journey to Siem Reap via stops at Kampong Thom and the Angkorian bridge in Kampong Kdei. Siem Reap is a split in time with ancient and traditional architecture weaved between the modern developments. Step back in time at your hotel, a definition of luxury and your historical home for the next three nights in Siem Reap. This brilliantly appointed accommodation is styled with a mix of French inspired architecture, local interior furnishings, the attentive staff providing a service beyond expectations, and brilliant amenities fit for royalty. This evening, head to the colorful Cambodian Phare Circus where your VIP premium reserved seating awaits you. Beautifully dressed performers style a stunning show that is more than just a circus. The performers use theater, music, dance, and modern circus arts to tell uniquely Cambodian stories; historical, folk, and modern. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Apr 1, 2026
    Day
    20
    Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    The second day of your Siem Reap exploration starts with a delicious champagne buffet breakfast at the hotel. Later this afternoon explore Angkor Wat itself, the largest religious monument in the world. Originally constructed as a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Vishnu for the Khmer Empire, it was gradually transformed into a Buddhist temple towards the end of the 12th century. An afternoon visit provides the perfect light for those idyllic pictures of this colossal structure. After the day of adventure, tonight is free to shop away at the night markets of Siem Reap or venture to Pub Street, both in walking distance or a short tuk tuk ride from your hotel. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Apr 2, 2026
    Day
    21
    Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Ta Prohm, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Angkor Thom, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    After breakfast, visit the atmospheric, jungle-covered Ta Prohm Temple, before stopping at Angkor Thom and the multi-faced Bayon Temple. Fortunately, you have the remainder of the afternoon to discover more of the Siem Reap markets or relax at your luxury hotel after your early morning start.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Apr 3, 2026
    Day
    22
    Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    It is time to bid farewell to your fellow travelers and Scenic team as you get ready to depart Cambodia for your homeland or extended travels. Transfer to the airport and leave with a full camera and stunning memories to treasure.


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