The Mekong River

Discover the Mekong River, Cambodia & Vietnam

The Mekong

At over 2,700 miles long, the mighty Mekong River is most definitely king. The longest of Southeast Asia’s waterways, it flows from the Tibetan Plateau to the Mekong Delta, navigating its way through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Journey with us through the wonderful maze that is the Mekong Delta, where life is simple and traditional, yet fascinating and captivating. Visit local villages, stop off at historic residences, and immerse yourself in local life during perusals of bustling markets.

Cambodia

Great optimism and hard work are the foundations for the unparalleled spirit of the Cambodian people. Out of great adversity, this fascinating country moves with the contemporary world, while paying the utmost respect to those who lived before them. Spectacular temple ruins memorialise former empires on a scale unrivalled by most and its cosmopolitan cities blend the old with the new in epic fashion. At the junction of the Mekong and the Tonlé Sap rivers, Cambodia’s busy capital city, Phnom Penh, will sweep you up as exotic scents and a strong sense of pride in their culture leave you in awe. And Siem Reap, is more than just the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, it’s now a metropolis of world-class restaurants and shopping, designed to suit the keen adventurer, historian, and foodie alike.

Vietnam

Vietnam continues to evolve with the modern world, whilst the local culture and ancient traditions remain a constant. In the cities, Buddhist pagodas live harmoniously beside contemporary skyscrapers, frequented not only by tourists eager to admire the craftsmanship, but by locals partaking in daily prayer. Immerse yourself in local life on a visit to a local farming community in Evergreen Island and visit a Lanh My A silk producing factory in Tan Chau. In Ho Chi Minh City, a thriving metropolis, rich history is visible through its beautiful French Colonial architecture. Likewise, in Hanoi, centuries-old architecture gives it a Parisian edge and, subsequently the nickname the ‘Paris of the East’, where its Old Quarter offers a dazzling labyrinth of hues and flavours, long inspiring artists.