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Mekong Eyes Cruise

Discover mekong delta by Mekong river cruises is the wonderful choice for your Vietnam trip.

Mekong Eyes Cruises is the first choice in on-board accommodation on the Mekong river. You wake up well rested in the morning and have plenty of time for extensive and authentic holiday impressions.

The Mekong tours can be booked as round trips from Saigon in Southern Vietnam, or you can extend your trip and combine your Mekong river cruise with an overland trip to Phnom Penh or the holiday island of Phu Quoc. We are happy to support you in planning your individual tour and help you with any advice for discovering the exotic water world of the Mekong delta.

We are more than glad to support you in planning your holiday in other parts of Vietnam as well as Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Myanmar too.

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Mekong Eyes Conpany covers 3 cruises:

1. Mekong Eyes Cruise:

The Mekong Eyes combines regional boat-building traditions with modern comforts to become the perfect holiday vessel to cruise the Mekong Delta in style. At 39 m long and 8.5 m wide, the Mekong Eyes river cruiser was built out of an old, traditional rice barge with the finest quality wood, and artfully decorated by skilled craftsmen of the Mekong Delta.

The river cruise boat can comfortably accommodate up to 30 passengers on a large area of approx. 250 m2, it’s like a floating hotel:

There are 14 lavishly furnished twin and double rooms, each with a private bathroom with shower and hot water, wardrobe, air-conditioning and fan. The rooms are well insulated against climate and sound, and all offer a fantastic panoramic view of the Mekong river.

There is a large dining room in the lower deck, where you can enjoy culinary specialities of Vietnam or a sundowner in the cosy bar.

A stylish upper-deck inside panorma lounge invites you to sit back and take in the impressions of the fantastic scenery and the busy every day life on the river.

On the top deck you will find an open sitting area and sun deck with breathtaking views. While you are basking on the sun deck our friendly staff will pamper you with cool drinks and freshly cooked delicacies.

2. Dragon Eyes cruise:

The two sister boats Dragon Eyes I and Dragon Eyes II were built in the traditional style of the Mekong Delta river boats. Their elegant, slender and shallow hulls enable the Dragon Eyes to cruise also the secondary side canals of the Mekong river which are too small for the larger cruisers to explore. There we find serene river front life that makes the Mekong Delta so unique.

At the same time the river cruise boats are big enough to provide you with ample space for relaxation and privacy. Each of the Dragon Eyes provides around 100 m2 for its guests. It’s like a floating hotel:

Two spacy private cabins (14 — 16 m2), providing a nicely designed bath room, a French balcony, sitting area, individual air conditioning, fans and fantastic Mekong river views through the panorama windows.

In the indoor panorama lounge you can watch the hustle and bustle of the Mekong Delta sitting in the cool and cosy front salon with air condition and large panorama windows and 270° views on the river.

On the sun deck on the top deck you can enjoy a sun bath while watching the scenery passing by. Indulge in the culinary specialities of Vietnam in the roofed outdoor restaurant or enjoy a sun-downer in your private bar on the top deck — all with fantastic river views.

Our crew of five will do their utmost to provide you with all the services and comfort you need during your Mekong Delta river cruise. Your captain and his deck hand are in charge of the technical details and the routing. An experienced chef and the service staff will take you on a culinary journey through Vietnam. Your personal guide and cruise director show you all the sights you need to see and will explain life and culture of the Mekong Delta. Our staff get regular safety trainings. They will do their best to fulfill the special requests of our customers to make their luxurious cruise unique.

The boats were built by local ship builders from following traditional designs. The cabins and the interior were build by Vietnamese master craftsmen. Most interiors and furnitures are built from exclusive tropical woods, where available with certification for sustainable forest plantation. All critical technical equipment like engine, navigation, rudder, air-conditioning, water purification or fire protection system are imported from Japan or Europe.

3. Gecko Eyes cruise:

Based on the traditional An-Giang fishing boats we are offering you new luxurious houseboats for private and exclusive tours through the Mekong delta. The vessels, built by local craftsmen, are made of local woods decorated with elegant carvings for a special touch.

To provide your safety and well-being, our staff on board (captain, sailor, chef, tour guide) is at your constant disposition.

The guest area (40 sqm) has a luxurious cabin (double or twin occupancy) with a French balcony, air-con, a private bathroom, a panoramic lounge with French balconies and a sun deck at the bow. On request, the salon can be changed into an additional bedroom with two beds.

The staff area, with a well equipped kitchen, is at the back of the ship. This area is completely separated from the guest area by a lockable door to ensure your privacy.

Visit the famous floating markets with the Gecko Eyes, travel through small canals along orchards and floating villages up to the boarder to Cambodia or down to the port cities of Ha Tien or Rach Gia.

Due to its shallow draft, the Gecko Eyes is able to glide through small tributaries and canals of the Mekong delta. The sailing area is from My Tho and Cai Be, near Saigon, through the lovely colonial town of Sa Dec, along Can Tho with its famous floating markets to Long Xuyen an Chau Doc near the Cambodian border. Basically the Gecko Eyes has the whole Mekong delta region at its disposal, as the ships are self-sufficient for several days.

There are always bikes on board for spontaneous trips on the river islands along the small canals.

*Daily departures (except 31^st day of the month and 29^th day of February.* Tours start in Cai Be on even dates and in Can Tho on odd dates
Itinerary	CAN THO – CAI BE
Code	SGN-2-MEor SGN-2-DE
Boat	Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes
DAY 1	Saigon - Can Tho (L,D)
07.30	Pick-up at the hotel in Sai Gon (district 1 and parts of district 3) (only included for those pax using the shuttle service)
11.30	Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in
12.00	Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00	Guided land excursion – walk in orchards and small villages
17.30	Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck
19.00	Dinner on board, night on board
DAY 2	Cai Be - Saigon (B & Br)
06.30	Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.30
08.30	Check-out of cabin. Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Be floating market.
10.00	Bicycle ride on backroads or walk in a small village along the Mekong Canals, or sampan rowing in small canals (only included for those pax using the shuttle service).
11.00	Brunch in the Ancient Anh Kiet House (only included for those pax using the shuttle service).
11.45	Departure to Sai Gon
~ 15.30	Arrival in Sai Gon

Itinerary	CAI BE – CAN THO
Code	SGN-2-MEor SGN-2-DE
Boat	Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes
DAY 1	Saigon - Cai Be (L,D)
09.00 or 9:30	Pick-up at the hotel in Sai Gon (district 1 and parts of district 3) (only included for those pax using the shuttle service)
11.30	Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in
12.00	Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00	Guided land excursion – walk in orchards and small villages
17.30	Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck
19.00	Dinner on board, night on board
DAY 2	Can Tho - Saigon (B, Br), perhaps from Can Tho, take a flight to Phu
06.30	Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.00
08.00	Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market
10.30	Return to the boat for brunch (only included for those pax using the shuttle service)
11.45	Departure to Sai Gon
~ 16.30	Arrival in Sai Gon

Price/person by US Dollar applied for 2 persons/twin or double cabin:
- For Mekong Eyes Cruise:
USD 215/person for the low season from Avril to September
Please add USD 30/person for the hight season from October to March in the next year.
- For Dragon Eyes cruise:
USD 280/person for the low season from Avril to September
Please add USD 80/person for the hight season from October to March in the next year.

Our tours include

Road transfer from / to Saigon

Accommodation in cosy double or twin bedded cabins

4 savoury meals

Mineral water placed in your cabin

Side trips on sampans as mentioned in the itineraries.

Drinks are not included in the price (except the mineral water in your cabin)

*Daily departures (except 31^st day of the month and 29^th day of February.* Tours start in Cai Be on even dates and in Can Tho on odd dates
Itinerary	CAN THO - CAI BE - CAN THO
Code	SGN-3-ME andSGN-3-DE
Boat	Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes
DAY 1	Saigon - Can Tho (L,D)
07.30	* Pick-up at the hotel in Sai Gon (district 1 and parts of district 3) (only included for those pax using the shuttle service)
11.30	Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in
12.00	Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00	Guided walk to a rural village or through the lush greens of orchards and rice paddies
17.30	Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck
19.00	Dinner on board, night on board
DAY 2	Cai Be (B,L,D)
06.30	Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.30
08.30	Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Be floating market
10.00	Walk in Cai Be or bicycle trip around Cai Be
12.00	Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00	Afternoon walk to a rural village
19.00	Dinner on board, night on board
DAY 3	Can Tho - Saigon (B,Br) perhaps from Can Tho, take a flight to Phu Quoc
06.30	Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.00
08.00	Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market
10.30	Return to the boat for brunch (only included for those pax using the shuttle service).
11.45	Departure to Sai Gon
~ 16.30	Arrival in Sai Gon

Itinerary	CAI BE - CAN THO – CAI BE
Code	SGN-3-ME andSGN-3-DE
Boat	Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes
DAY 1	Saigon - Cai Be (L,D)
09.00	* Pick-up at the hotel in Sai Gon (district 1 and parts of district 3) (only included for those pax using the shuttle service)
11.30	Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in
12.00	Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00	Guided walk to a rural village or through the lush greens of orchards and rice paddies
17.30	Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck
19.00	Dinner on board, night on board
DAY 2	Can Tho - Cai Rang Floating market (B,L,D)
06.30	Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.00
08.00	Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market
10.00	City tour in Can Tho
12.00	Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00	Afternoon walk to a rural village
19.00	Dinner on board, night on board
DAY 3	Cai Be (B,Br)
06.30	Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.30
08.30	Check-out of cabin. Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Be floating market
10.30	Bicycle ride on backroads or walk in a small village along the Mekong Canals, or sampan rowing in small canals (only included for those pax using the shuttle service)
11.00	Brunch in the Ancient Anh Kiet House (only included for those pax using the shuttle service).
11.45	Departure to Sai Gon
~ 15.30	Arrival in Sai Gon

Price/person by US Dollar applied for 2 persons/twin or double cabin:
- For Mekong Eyes Cruise:
USD 333/person for the low season from Avril to September
Please add USD 60/person for the hight season from October to March in the next year.
- For Dragon Eyes cruise:
USD 449/person for the low season from Avril to September
Please add USD 50/person for the hight season from October to March in the next year.

Our tours include

Road transfer from / to Saigon (private transfer with Gecko Eyes)

Accommodation in cosy double or twin bedded cabins

7 savoury meals

Mineral water placed in your cabin

Side trips on sampans as mentioned in the itineraries.

Drinks are not included in the price (except the mineral water in your cabin).

Option 2: Mekong - Fast boat to Phnom Penh

Itinerary	CAI BE – CAN THO – CHAU DOC – PHNOM PENH
Code	CD-3-ME-Vic orCD-3-ME-Reg and CD-3-DE-Vic or CD-3-DE-Reg
Boat	Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes. Departures only available on even dates
DAY 1	Saigon - Cai Be (L,D)
09.00	Pick-up at the hotel in Sai Gon (district 1 and parts of district 3)
11.30	Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in
12.00	Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00	Guided land excursion – walk in orchards and small villages
17.30	Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck
19.00	Dinner on board; night on board
DAY 2	Can Tho - Chau Doc (B,L)
06.30	Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.00
08.00	Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market
10.30	Brunch on board
11.30	Drive to Chau Doc (shuttle bus service)
15.30	Arrival in Chau Doc, check in hotel
	Evening at free disposal
	Night in hotel in Chau Doc
DAY 3	Chau Doc - Phnom Penh (B)
07.00	Departure of speed boat to Phnom Penh.
~ 13.00-14.30	Arrival at Sisowath quay International Port Phnom Penh (arrival time may vary due to current and immigration formalities)

Itinerary	CAN THO – CAI BE – CHAU DOC – PHNOM PENH
Code	CD-3-ME-Vic orCD-3-ME-Reg and CD-3-DE-Vic or CD-3-DE-Reg
Boat	Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes. Departures only available on odd dates
DAY 1	Saigon - Can Tho (L,D)
07.30	Pick-up at the hotel in Sai Gon (district 1 and parts of district 3)
11.30	Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in
12.00	Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00	Guided land excursion – walk in orchards and small villages
17.30	Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck
19.00	Dinner on board; night on board
DAY 2	Cai Be - Chau Doc(B,L)
06.30	Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.30
08.30	Check-out of cabin. Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Be floating market
10.00	Walk in Cai Be or bicycle trip around Cai Be
11:00	Brunch in the Ancient Anh Kiet House
11.30	Drive to Chau Doc (shuttle bus service)
15.30	Arrival in Chau Doc, check in hotel
	Evening at free disposal
	Night in hotel in Chau Doc
DAY 3	Chau Doc - Phnom Penh (B)
07.00	Departure of speed boat to Phnom Penh.
~ 13.00-14.30	Arrival at Sisowath quay International Port Phnom Penh (arrival time may vary due to current and immigration formalities)

Itinerary	PHNOM PENH – CHAU DOC – CAN THO – CAI BE
Code	CD-3-ME-Vic orCD-3-ME-Reg and CD-3-DE-Vic or CD-3-DE-Reg
Boat	Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes. Departures only available on even dates
DAY 1	Phnom Penh - Chau Doc
11.30	Pick up at hotel in Phnom Penh to Sisowath pier
12:00	Departure of speed boat to Chau Doc
17:30	Night in hotel in Chau Doc
DAY 2	Chau Doc - Can Tho (B,L,D)
08:00	Pick-up at the hotel in Chau Doc. Drive to Can Tho (shuttle bus service)
11.30	Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in
12.00	Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00	Guided land excursion – walk in orchards and small villages
17.30	Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck
19.00	Dinner on board. Night on board
DAY 3	Cai Be - Saigon (B,Br)
06.30	Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.30
08.30	Check-out of cabin. Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Be floating market
10.00	Walk in Cai Be or bicycle trip around Cai Be
11.00	Brunch in the Ancient Anh Kiet House
11.45	Departure to Sai Gon
~ 15.30	Arrival in Sai Gon

Itinerary	PHNOM PENH – CHAU DOC – CAI BE – CAN THO
Code	CD-3-ME-Vic or CD-3-ME-Reg and CD-3-DE-Vic or CD-3-DE-Reg
Boat	Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes. Departures only available on odd dates
DAY 1	Phnom Penh - Chau Doc
11.30	Pick up at hotel in Phnom Penh to Sisowath pier
12:00	Departure of speed boat to Chau Doc
17:30	Night in hotel in Chau Doc
DAY 2	Chau Doc - Cai Be (B,L,D)
07:30	Pick-up at the hotel in Chau Doc. Drive to Cai Be (shuttle bus service)
11.30	Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in
12.00	Panorama cruise and lunch on board
16.00	Guided land excursion – walk in orchards and small villages
17.30	Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck
19.00	Dinner on board. Night on board
DAY 3	Can Tho - Saigon (B,Br) perhaps from Can Tho, take a flight to Phu Quoc
06.30	Morning cruise and morning tea break served until 08.00
08.00	Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market
10.30	Return to the boat for brunch
11.45	Departure to Sai Gon
~ 16.30	Arrival in Sai Gon

Price/person by US Dollar applied for 2 persons/twin or double cabin:
- For Mekong Eyes Cruise:
USD 370/person for the low season from Avril to September
Please add USD 40/person for the hight season from October to March in the next year.
- For Dragon Eyes cruise:
USD 450/person for the low season from Avril to September
Please add USD 90/person for the hight season from October to March in the next year.

If you choose to stay at a regular hotel in Chau Doc, the price is US$ 40 / person lower.

Included:

Road transfer from Saigon

Accommodation in cosy double or twin bedded cabins

Guided walk and side trip on sampan as mentioned in the itinerary

English speaking guide on the cruise boat and side trips

Shuttle service from Can Tho / Cai Be to Chau Doc

Hotel in Chau Doc (Victoria Hotel superior room or ** Hotel double room)

Public speed boat from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh

Transfer from the hotel in Chau Doc to the jetty for the public speed boat

Meals as mentioned in the itinerary

Mineral water placed in your cabin on your cruise boat and in hotel room

Excluded:

Visa fee for Cambodia (you can get a visa for Cambodia at the border crossing where the speed boat stops for immigration; for this you need to bring 20 USD and a passport photograph)

private transfer from Saigon available

Drinks (except for breakfast and the mineral water in your cabin/hotel room)

Dinner in Chau Doc on the second evening

Tips

Private transfer on Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes US$ 36 per person.

Route and excursions may be subjects to changes without prior notice.

Departures

Tours with Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes start from Can Tho to Phnom Penh via Cai Be (on odd dates, e. g. Sept 1, 3, 5, 7 etc.) or from Cai Be to Phnom Penh via Can Tho (on even dates, e. g. Sept. 2, 4, 6, 8 etc.). Departures with Gecko Eyes are daily. If you are staying in Saigon, we will pick you up at your hotel (district 1 and parts of district 3) and take you to the pier. The drive to / from Cai Be takes about 2 hours, to / from Can Tho approx. 4 hours.

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