Exclusive Discounts for TIC Members.
Prices on our website are for Booking 60 days prior to Sailing. However Great Discounts also apply for bookings further in advance – Please ask for Prices.
Discover the spirit of Vietnam and Cambodia
Vietnam and Cambodia are majestic countries brimming with a complex culture and extreme landscapes. From the great towering limestone islands of Halong Bay to the majestic, awe-inspiring Angkor Wat in Siem Reap. Both have the mighty Mekong river running through the heart of them.
The Mekong River runs from China through Burma, Laos, Thailand and Cambodia before emptying in the delta of Vietnam. It carves its way through stunning backdrops, past riverside towns and villages, through the remote jungle and vibrant cities.
If you choose to set sail on a Mekong River cruise with Pandaw you are promised a truly unforgettable experience. The Pandaw fleet is designed to allow you peace and serenity as well as open spaces to enjoy native talks, dances and demonstrations, and also a beautiful setting to dine. Imagine sitting down to eat whilst freshwater dolphins play in the water beside you.
The landscapes of both Cambodia and Vietnam are breathtaking; our cruises pass through a richly varying riverscape from the vast Mekong Delta with floating markets, bustling trading towns and vibrant river life to the silence of the Cambodian Mekong river with its delightful rural life. The people of the Mekong River will excite and intrigue. They are warm and welcoming and the passion they have about their lives and history is admirable. They are willing to teach you as much as you’re willing to learn.
Classic Mekong
Pandaw’s Classic Mekong expedition will be sailing from central Saigon. Embarking or disembarking in Vietnam’s bustling metropolis our 7-night expedition takes intrepid travellers along the mighty Mekong River through the vast delta so rich in human life and endeavour, to the serene countryside of Cambodia.
There can be no tapestry of river life as fascinating and varied as the River Mekong and our specially designed expedition ships are the perfect hosts to explore this delightful region in comfort and style and experience truly authentic culture, people and adventures as we sail off-the-beaten-track in keeping with the Pandaw spirit.
| Date: | Ship - cruise | Nights | Main Deck Twin Share | Upper Deck Twin Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Mar 25 *New* | RV Indochina Pandaw - Downstream Click here for more details | 7 | Standard From $6605 Your Price from $4080 | Standard From $8105 Your Price from $4978 |
| Itinerary: | Saigon, Delta, Ben Tre, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Tonle Sap River, Kampong Tralach, Oudong, Pak Russei, Peam Chi Korng, Steung Tran, Siem Reap | |||
| 16 Mar 25 *New* | RV Mekong Pandaw - Upstream Click here for more details | 7 | Standard From $7629 Your Price from $4080 | Standard From $9361 Your Price from $5733 |
| Itinerary: | Saigon, Delta, Ben Tre, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Tonle Sap River, Kampong Tralach, Oudong, Pak Russei, Peam Chi Korng, Steung Tran, Siem Reap | |||
| 18 Mar 25 *New* | RV Mekong Indochina - Upstream Click here for more details | 7 | Standard From $7629 Your Price from $4080 | Standard From $9361 Your Price from $5733 |
| Itinerary: | Saigon, Delta, Ben Tre, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Tonle Sap River, Kampong Tralach, Oudong, Pak Russei, Peam Chi Korng, Steung Tran, Siem Reap | |||
| 23 Mar 25 *New* | RV Mekong Pandaw - Downstream Click here for more details | 7 | Standard From $6606 Your Price from $4080 | Standard From $8105 Your Price from $4978 |
| Itinerary: | Siem Reap, Steung Trang, Peam Chi Korng, Pak Russei, Oudong, Kampong Tralach, Phnom Penh, Chau Doc, Gao Giong, My Tho, Saigon | |||
Deeper & Further on the Mekong River
Sailing port to port from central Saigon to Siem Reap inland port, venture deep into Vietnam’s vast Mekong Delta, explore the norther reaches of the Mekong River at the dolphin grounds at Kratie and discover the picturesque Tonle Sap as we cross the the 150 mile-long lake. This is a new itinerary never attempted in total before and only operable aboard Pandaw’s ultra-low draft vessels and only during the high water season until October.
No ship could be more appropriate for this expedition than the much-loved Mekong Pandaw that was the first ship to pioneer the river in 2002 and historically open the river border between Vietnam and Cambodia. Only the Mekong Pandaw has the shallow draft to go so far on these rivers and the low air draft to get under recently constructed bridges. Thanks to improvements in inland water navigation in these countries we can now take the ship from Saigon to Siem Reap with no long road transfers required on arrival or departure, something unimaginable in previous years.
This pioneering route is very much aimed at Pandaw club members who seek more immersive experiences in the countries Pandaw ships ply and wish to spend more days in the comfort and lively atmosphere of our beautifully crafted ships.
With 24 staterooms the Mekong Pandaw has been refitted with a sumptuous spa, library and gym this ship, built in Burma from golden teak. This is the most spacious of all Pandaw’s nineteen ships with broad promenades running around each deck and a vast sun deck of over 600 square meters on top.
| Date: | Ship - cruise | Nights | Main Deck Twin Share | Upper Deck Twin Share |
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| 22 Sep 25 *New* | RV Bassac Pandaw - Upstream Click here for more details | 10 | Standard From $8496 Your Price from $5258 | Standard From $10443 Your Price from $7679 |
| Itinerary: | Saigon, Delta, Ben Tre, Cho Gao Canal, Chau Doc, Phuoc Dien Tu, Phnom Penh, Peam Chi Korng, Koh Trong Island, Kampi, Kampong Tralach, Lonle Sap Lake, Tonle Sap Floating Villages, Siem Reap | |||
| 03 Oct 25 *New* | RV Mekong Pandaw - Downstream Click here for more details | 10 | Standard From $10195 Your Price from $5258 | Standard From $12532 Your Price from $7679 |
| Itinerary: | Saigon, Delta, Ben Tre, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Tonle Sap River, Kampong Tralach, Oudong, Pak Russei, Peam Chi Korng, Steung Tran, Siem Reap | |||
Cruise Price Includes: Entrance fees, guide services (English language), gratuities to crew, main meals, jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes, mineral water. Transfers between the meeting point and the ship at the start and end of a voyage.
Local spirits and beers are no longer included: There are Free Flow Drinks Packages that you can pre purchase:
Free Flow Drinks Package: Local spirits and beer, click here
Free Flow Drinks Package: Local spirits, beer and wine with lunch and dinner, click here
You can alternatively pay on consumption at the end of the cruise.
Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Prices include all port charges and taxes. Prices are indicative only as they are subject to regular changes. Please check with us.
Prices shown are subject to availability, eligibility and change without notice. Prices are subject to currency exchange rates.
Single rates are available: Please ask for details.
No Triple configurations.
Prices on our website are for Booking 60 days prior to Sailing. However Great Discounts also apply for bookings further in advance – Please ask for Prices.
Eligibility: TIC Members
No Single Supplement Available on Some Departures – Please ask for Details
A booking fee of $100 per person applies.
