Mekong expedition cruises: FAQ
How much does Mekong cost?
Sailings to Mekong in our inventory embark from Hanoi, Siem Reap, Saigon and Vientiane. Voyages to Mekong in our inventory start from $3000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How long is a voyage to Mekong?
Itineraries to Mekong start from 7 nights.
When do voyages to Mekong depart?
Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December.
Which upcoming departures include Mekong?
Upcoming departures in our inventory: 31 October 2026 aboard RV Mekong Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 7 nights, from $4,000); 31 October 2026 aboard RV Bassac Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 7 nights, from $4,000); 3 November 2026 aboard RV Laos Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 10 nights, from $7,000); 3 November 2026 aboard RV Sabaidee Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 10 nights, from $6,000); 4 November 2026 aboard RV Tonle Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 7 nights, from $4,000); 4 November 2026 aboard Scenic Spirit (Scenic, 22 nights, from $14,000); 7 November 2026 aboard RV Mekong Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 7 nights, from $4,000); 7 November 2026 aboard RV Bassac Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 7 nights, from $5,000). Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How many itineraries to Asia include Mekong?
168 of the 838 departures to Asia currently on sale include Mekong, across 2 operators: Pandaw Cruises and Scenic.
Which cruise lines sail to Mekong?
2 operators in our inventory currently offer departures to Mekong: Pandaw Cruises and Scenic.
How many departures to Mekong are on sale, and when do they leave?
168 scheduled departures to Mekong are currently on sale, with sailing dates in January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December.
How long are itineraries to Mekong?
Itineraries to Mekong in our inventory range from 7 to 24 nights.
What is the most common itinerary length for Mekong, and when is departure activity highest?
The most common itinerary length to Mekong in our inventory is 7 nights, and January has the highest number of scheduled departures.
Which ships operate in Mekong?
Ships sailing Mekong in our inventory include Scenic Spirit (Scenic, 68 guests), RV Mekong Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 48 guests), RV Bassac Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 56 guests), RV Sabaidee Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 28 guests) and RV Laos Pandaw (Pandaw Cruises, 20 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.
Where do voyages to Mekong embark?
Departures to Mekong in our inventory embark from Hanoi, Siem Reap, Saigon and Vientiane.
Which places feature on itineraries to Mekong?
Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap Disembarkation, Luang Prabang, Into Vietnam, Saigon Disembarkation, Pha Laeb, Tan Chau and Halong Bay. Exact calls vary by itinerary and are subject to weather and local conditions.
Are any Mekong departures discounted right now?
Yes: 17 of the Mekong departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 4%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How do starting prices for Mekong compare across operators?
Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Pandaw Cruises from $3000, Scenic from $7000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
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Inventory data on this page last updated 2026-10-29.
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