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22 Night Indochina Explorer and Luxury Mekong and Land Tour

From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon)

Scenic Spirit

Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14172438
  • Departs: Wed, Oct 21, 2026
  • Returns: Thu, Nov 12, 2026
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Oct 21, 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 an overnight Special Stay at your hotel. 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

    Thursday - Oct 22, 2026
    Day
    2
    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

    Friday - Oct 23, 2026
    Day
    3
    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 Scenic Sunset Drinks 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

    Saturday - Oct 24, 2026
    Day
    4
    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 a two-night stay at your hotel. 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. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Oct 25, 2026
    Day
    5
    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

    Monday - Oct 26, 2026
    Day
    6
    Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Air Travel
    • Vientiane, Laos
    Bid farewell to Hanoi and transfer to Hanoi Airport to board your flight to Vientiane, the capital of Laos. After lunch, visit the Cooperative Orthotic and Prosthetic Enterprise (COPE). COPE's mission is to help people with mobility-related disabilities move on by supporting access to physical rehabilitation services in the Lao PDR. Check into your hotel for the night. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Oct 27, 2026
    Day
    7
    • Vientiane, Laos
    • Bus Travel
    • Vang Vieng, Laos
    After your breakfast, commence a morning tour of the capital with visits to Pha That Luang, a national symbol that is a gold-covered large Buddhist stupa in the center of the city and Patuxay Monument, a war monument built between 1957 and 1968 that is dedicated to those who fought in the struggle for independence from France. After lunch, drive to Vang Vieng and check into your resort. Prior to sunset take a long tail boat ride along the Nam Song River to take in the dramatic vista of the surrounding mountains, township, and countryside before settling in for dinner from the balcony overlooking the river. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Oct 28, 2026
    Day
    8
    • Vang Vieng, Laos
    • High-Speed Train Travel
    • Luang Prabang, Laos
    Vang Vieng is home to some amazing natural formations and beautiful landscapes. Take in this natural beauty of the region with a visit to Chang Caves, discovered by villagers seeking refuge deep in the forest during the wars. Later, transfer to the local train station to experience traveling on the new high-speed train to Luang Prabang, the spiritual capital of Laos. In this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town, enjoy a three-night Special Stay, located across from the famous night markets. Enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at leisure. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Oct 29, 2026
    Day
    9
    • Luang Prabang, Laos
    • Day Boat Travel
    • Pak Ou Caves, Laos, Laos
    • Bus Travel
    • Luang Prabang, Laos
    Today, visit the city's main sites including, Wat Xieng Thong, one of the most important and oldest temples in Laos, Wat Mai, the city's largest temple, and the former Royal Palace now converted into the National Museum. Later, enjoy a cruise along the Mekong River, stopping at a local village which specializes in rice wine before continuing to Pak Ou Caves (locally called Tam Ting), flooded with thousands of gold Buddha statue buried within a limestone cliff. After returning to Luang Prabang, learn from the locals how to play Petanque, also known as Petong in Laos. Tonight, is yours at leisure leaving you with free time to shop in the well-known night market for those gifts to take back home. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Oct 30, 2026
    Day
    10
    • Luang Prabang, Laos
    A truly beautiful and empowering moment awaits upon the streets of Luang Prabang. Attend the morning ritual and admire the silent movements of the local monks as they collect their daily alms. Afterwards return to the hotel for breakfast before heading out for the morning for your Scenic Freechoice activity. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Oct 31, 2026
    Day
    11
    • Luang Prabang, Laos
    • Bus Travel
    • Kuang Si Falls, Laos, Laos
    • Bus Travel
    • Luang Prabang, Laos
    • Air Travel
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    Begin the day with a journey to Kuang Si waterfalls, a set of picturesque, tiered waterfalls and swimming holes set amongst the dense jungle. Afterward, fly to the regional city of Siem Reap in Cambodia. 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 provide a service beyond expectations, and brilliant amenities fit for royalty. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Nov 1, 2026
    Day
    12
    Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    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. This evening head to the colourful 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 theatre, music, dance, and modern circus arts to tell uniquely Cambodian stories; historical, folk, and modern. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Nov 2, 2026
    Day
    13
    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

    Tuesday - Nov 3, 2026
    Day
    14
    Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Kampong Kdei, Cambodia, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Kampong Thom, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 14 - Tuesday - Nov 3, 2026
    Day
    14
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Kampong Cham, Cambodia
    Discover the rural side of Cambodia as your motorcoach will transfer you to Kampong Cham where the breathtaking Scenic Spirit awaits. Before arriving, you will be visiting the stunning Khmer bridge at Kampong Kdei, Kampong Thom, and a stone cutters' village. After boarding, begin your cruise in style 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. ...
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    Wednesday - Nov 4, 2026
    Day
    15
    • Wat Hanchey, Cambodia
    • Kampong Cham, Cambodia
    Awake as you approach Wat Hanchey, an ancient hilltop pagoda and monastery. After learning about life as a novice monk from one of the locals, wander around the complex and admire the view over the Mekong River and surrounding countryside. Sail back to Kampong Cham.
    Thursday - Nov 5, 2026
    Day
    16
    • Angkor Ban, Cambodia
    • Koh Oknha Tey, Cambodia, Cambodia
    • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    Upon arrival in Angkor Ban, explore its historical rural wooden houses, which survived the Khmer rouge and visit a local pagoda where a segregated and solemn excursion at a Buddhist pagoda awaits. Afterwards, reboard Scenic Spirit for lunch and sail downstream to the island of Oknha Tey, dedicated to the art of silk weaving. Travel by tuk tuk to the farm and learn about the process of silk production. Return to Scenic Spirit and some free time. The option to immerse yourself in local culture with our team is available by learning how to make and wear the Cambodian scarf. 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. Get an outfit ready for an evening of style with a Scenic Sunset Drinks cocktail reception on the sundeck against the backdrop of Phnom Penh's lights and stunning scenery as we approach the capital of Cambodia. ...
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    Friday - Nov 6, 2026
    Day
    17
    Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    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.
    Saturday - Nov 7, 2026
    Day
    18
    Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    • Tan Chau, Vietnam
    Even the most developing countries have a standard of luxury and opulence. You can experience this this morning at the Royal Palace with the famous Silver Pagoda within on your included visit to this must-see attraction. Set on the riverfront, this dazzling palace was built in the 1860s and still serves as the official residence of the King of Cambodia. Upon returning to the ship set sail and say goodbye to Phnom Penh as we sail to the Cambodian-Vietnamese border. A relaxing afternoon of sailing will allow you to take advantage of the many exclusive facilities on the Scenic Spirit. Sometimes everyone needs a break from the hustle and bustle of this exciting cruise and for those bookworms, kick back in the Scenic Spirit library, or head to the heart of this ship, which is the Scenic Spirit lounge, a great place to unwind with a glass of wine. Obtain some background knowledge of each port and get the key information for the exciting activities ahead. With traveling throughout Southeast Asia comes the heat and what better way to cool down than socializing with a fresh cocktail and swimming in the pool or just settle into the private comfort of your luxury suite and private balcony. After clearing immigration into Vietnam at the border, you will experience a fantastically themed dinner onboard the Spirit along with a lion dance performed by locals on the expansive Sundeck. ...
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    Sunday - Nov 8, 2026
    Day
    19
    • Tan Chau, Vietnam
    You may want to start the day with some exercise in the onboard gym, an early morning yoga class, or relax your muscles in the sauna. Then set off to discover the areas surrounding Tan Chau.
    Monday - Nov 9, 2026
    Day
    20
    • Sa Dec, Vietnam
    • Cai Be, Vietnam
    When you arrive 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 your morning excursion, head back to the Scenic Spirit for lunch while sailing downstream to Cai Be. Back onboard you will have time to relax and overlook the gorgeous sunset of the Vietnamese skyline and life on the Mekong River before your engaging farewell dinner with the crew as you sail to My Tho. ...
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    Tuesday - Nov 10, 2026
    Day
    21
    My Tho, Vietnam
    • My Tho, Vietnam
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 21 - Tuesday - Nov 10, 2026
    Day
    21
    • Bus Travel
    • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    It is time to bid farewell to the Scenic Spirit as you wave goodbye to the staff and commence your 90-minute drive to Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC). Upon arrival, visit the War Museum before an orientation tour around your historic hotel where you will enjoy a two-night stay, located in the heart of District One and opposite the Opera House. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Nov 11, 2026
    Day
    22
    Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    • 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. Later explore the Reunification Palace, the former Presidential House of South Vietnam, which 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. Enjoy tonight's farewell dinner with your fellow travelers. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Nov 12, 2026
    Day
    23
    Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    After check out head to the airport as you get ready to depart Vietnam for your homeland or extended travels. Leave with a full camera and stunning memories to treasure.; Notes: Rivers and waterways are subject to variations in water levels. While every effort is made to adhere to the planned itinerary, changes in river conditions, ad hoc local government regulations, or local festivities may require journey modifications. These will be made based on the advice of local authorities or for safety reasons. Hotels are indicative and are subject to change. ...
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