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Discover a patchwork of cultures, landscapes, ancient traditions and an unspoilt bounty of beauty on one of 113 river cruises through Asia. Journey along the Yangtze in China taking in the stunning Three Gorges, explore Vietnam & Cambodia along the lively Mekong or embrace India's culture on a Ganges river cruise.

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Essential Vietnam and Cambodia

12 Days Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City

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Majestic Mekong Cruise

8 Days Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

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Vietnam and Cambodia Highlights

13 Days Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

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Discover Vietnam and Cambodia

17 Days Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

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Scenic

(76) Reviews

With Scenic, it’s more than a 5-star river cruise...it’s a seamless journey from start to finish that places you, our guest, at the heart of everything...more

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Budget:Premium & Luxury

Known For:Luxury Cruising

Fleet Size:14

Viking

(105) Reviews

A Viking river cruise is the discerning traveller’s dream. Whether you choose to visit Egypt, Asia, Europe or the Mississippi, our itineraries are designed...more

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Budget:Premium

Known For:Scandinavian Design

Fleet Size:75

Emerald Cruises

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From culture-rich cities to world-famous wine regions, Emerald Cruises represents a new chapter in the world of river cruising. Our deluxe fleet of revolutionary...more

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Budget:Premium

Known For:Affordable Luxury

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Mekong River Cruises River Cruises — Mekong River Cruises
Explore the contrasts of Cambodia and Vietnam on a Mekong river cruise.

China River Cruises River Cruises — China River Cruises
Cruise the Three Gorges and onto the Three Gorges Dam on a Yangtze river cruise.

India River Cruises River Cruises — India River Cruises
Incorporate a luxurious river cruise along the Ganges to your holiday in India.

Discover Must do experiences and highlights along the rivers of Asia

Kalna's Terracotta Temples

Don’t miss Naba Kailash, otherwise known as 108 Shiv Mandirs, when you stop in at the terracotta temple town of Kalna on your Ganges river cruise.

The Three Gorges – Damn!

Drift through the Three Gorges region where the Yangtze carves its way between dramatic cliffs and the iconic Three Gorges Dam boasts its engineering prowess.

Temples of Bagan

Explore the temples of the Bagan Archaeological Area and marvel at the assembly of stupas dotting the horizon, a highlight of your Irrawaddy river cruise.

Historical Phnom Penh

Mourn Cambodia’s turbulent past with a visit to the Killing Fields and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, and marvel at its monuments including the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda.

The Local Life

River cruising in Asia lets you get a different insight into the regions you travel through, sometimes visiting remote villages inaccessible by road and getting to know the floating life along these tributaries.

Recent Asia River Cruise Reviews What our clients are saying about their river cruises and tours through Asia

Our first river cruise D & K, NSW , Australia, Nov 2024

This is the 2nd time we have used Hannah at Global Journeys for a travel booking and it won’t be our last. She is responsive, efficient and very easy to deal with. Same with APT. Luxury accomodation, great food and free flowing drink. 72 people on the Mekong Serenity with 42 staff. All tours are included but do sometimes repeat themselves. Not a trip ...read more

Fantastic Mekong Cruise Judy and Phil, NSW, Australia, Oct 2024

This was a wonderful 12 night trip from Saigon along the Mekong and ending with the marvels of Siem Reap. Travelmarvel were highly organised and the tour leader and individual guides were exceptional. Accommodations and meals were of the highest standard. Highlights included the Cu Chi tunnels, village and market visits (especially the wet market in ...read more

Excellent tour of Vietnam, Cambodia and cruise along the Mekong River Jacky and Ron, NSW, Australia, Oct 2024

Our holiday cruising the Mekong River for a week and staying in Ho Chi Minh and Cambodia was excellent. Global Journeys were so easy to work with and arranged everything for us prior to the trip and APT ensured the trip was seamless. The ship was exceptional with only 81 people on board and staff could not do enough for you. Food and all drinks were ...read more

Wonderful Mekong River cruise Debra and John, WA, Australia, Sep 2024

We had a great trip. The tour was very well organised. Great food, staff and tour guides were excellent. Cruising the Mekong was amazing would recommend to anyone. Stayed 3 nights in Hotel Ho Chi Minh city before cruise and 3 nights after in Siem reap. Both hotels were excellent and in great locations.

Explore More Your guide to touring and cruising through Asia

14 September, 2018
10 Reasons to Take a Mekong River Cruise
The Mekong Delta is a hub of scenery, history, culture and cuisine. The Mekong River winds its way through the beautiful landscapes of Vietnam and Cambodia and is the perfect gateway to uncover the deep traditions, moving archaeological sites and remnants of a tumultuous past that sit beyond...

17 August, 2018
Irrawaddy vs Mekong
When you are thinking about planning a river cruise in South East Asia you might wonder whether you should choose the Mekong or Irrawaddy. Of course there is no comparison – they are two very different rivers running through different countries and landscapes. However, if you are travelling...

14 August, 2018
The Best Time to River Cruise the Mekong
Mekong river cruises through Cambodia and Vietnam operate for most of the year but not between early May and late-June. The rest of the year sees a varied climate from hot and dry in March through to May, a wet season spanning from July through to October, and a cooler patch between November...