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Dragon Eyes

tour fromMekong Delta Vietnam: Cai Be - Can Tho - Chau Doc
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  • Guide Guide: English speaking
  • Departure Departure: Cai Be Pier
  • Launched in Launched in: 2011
  • Cabins Cabins: 2
  • Star Rating Star Rating: 3-Star
  • Cruise operator Cruise operator: Mekong Eyes

Dragon Eyes offers an intimate way to explore the Mekong Delta, combining traditional Vietnamese boat design with comfortable accommodation and personalised service. Ideal for couples, families, and friends, the cruise takes guests along the mighty Mekong River and into smaller canals where peaceful riverside communities, lush landscapes, and everyday local life reveal the region's distinctive charm. For a more exclusive experience, the vessel can also be chartered privately, making it an appealing choice for romantic getaways and honeymoons.

Built by local shipbuilders in the traditional style of Mekong Delta riverboats, Dragon Eyes features an elegant, slender hull with a shallow draught, allowing it to navigate smaller waterways that are inaccessible to many larger cruise vessels. Despite its compact design, each boat provides approximately 100 m² of guest space, creating a relaxed setting with room to unwind and enjoy the journey in privacy.

Every voyage is supported by an experienced crew dedicated to making the journey comfortable and memorable. The captain and deckhand manage navigation and onboard operations, while the chef and service team introduce guests to Vietnamese cuisine. A personal guide and cruise director accompany excursions, sharing insights into the culture, traditions, and daily life of the Mekong Delta.

The cabins and interiors are crafted by skilled Vietnamese artisans, featuring tropical hardwoods and locally inspired details. Where available, wood is sourced from certified sustainable plantations. Essential technical systems, including engines, navigation equipment, air conditioning, water purification, and fire protection, are imported from Japan or Europe, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern onboard functionality.

Dragon Eyes route map

Dragon Eyes
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Dragon Eyes Itinerary

  • 2 Days - Mekong Delta tour
  • 3 Days - Saigon to Phnom Penh

Lunch & Dinner

In the morning, depart from Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the embarkation pier in Can Tho or Cai Be, depending on the selected cruise route. Upon arrival, board the boat and enjoy a refreshing welcome drink while getting acquainted with the onboard facilities and settling into your comfortable cabin.

As the cruise begins, savour lunch on board while admiring the picturesque scenery along the Mekong River. Watch the daily activities of riverside communities unfold, offering a glimpse into the traditional way of life in the Mekong Delta.

In the afternoon, disembark for a leisurely guided walk through a local village and the surrounding countryside. Depending on the location, the excursion may take you past lush fruit orchards or green rice fields. Meet local residents and sample fresh seasonal fruits and regional produce.

Return to the boat and unwind with a drink at the bar or relax on deck as the sun sets over the river. The boat will anchor for the night, allowing you to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Mekong Delta before a delicious dinner is served on board.

Overnight on board.

Breakfast & Lunch

Start the morning with an early cruise departing at approximately 06:30. Enjoy the peaceful river scenery as local communities begin their daily routines, from drying exotic fruits to building traditional wooden boats at riverside shipyards. Breakfast is served on board as you take in the views.

After breakfast, continue exploring the Mekong Delta, with the excursion depending on your chosen route:

  • Cai Be route: Discover the smaller canals by traditional sampan or explore the surrounding area on foot.

  • Can Tho route: Visit Cai Rang Floating Market, where local traders gather to exchange fruits, vegetables, and other agricultural produce.

After the excursion, begin the return journey towards Ho Chi Minh City. For the Cai Be route, transfer back to the city by road. The journey includes a lunch stop in Vinh Long, where you can sample typical Mekong Delta dishes before continuing to Ho Chi Minh City.

End of the tour.

Important Notes

  • If you would like to visit a floating market, please inform the tour operator when booking so that the cruise route can be arranged accordingly.

  • Floating markets in the Mekong Delta primarily serve as wholesale trading hubs for local agricultural produce rather than tourist attractions. The number of boats and level of activity may vary depending on the harvest season, market demand, and the growing popularity of modern wholesale markets.

  • Cruise routes and excursions are subject to change without prior notice.

Inclusions

  • Round-trip road transfers between Ho Chi Minh City and the embarkation/disembarkation points. Private transfers are included for Gecko Eyes tours.

  • Accommodation in a comfortable double or twin cabin

  • English-speaking guide on board and during shore excursions

  • Meals as specified in the itinerary

  • Mineral water provided in the cabin

  • Tea and coffee

  • Shore excursions and activities mentioned in the itinerary

Exclusions

  • Drinks other than the complimentary cabin mineral water, tea, and coffee

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Any services or expenses not specifically mentioned in the inclusions

Lunch & Dinner

In the morning, depart from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to Can Tho or Cai Be, depending on the cruise route. Around midday, board your traditional wooden riverboat and enjoy a refreshing welcome drink while familiarising yourself with the onboard facilities and settling into your comfortable cabin.

As the boat begins its journey, savour lunch on board while watching the picturesque scenery and observing daily life along the Mekong River.

In the afternoon, go ashore for a leisurely guided walk through a local village and its surrounding countryside. Stroll past lush fruit orchards or rice fields, meet local residents, and sample fresh seasonal fruits and regional produce.

Return to the boat to enjoy a drink at the bar or relax on deck as the sun sets over the tranquil river landscape. After a delicious dinner on board, settle in for an overnight stay on your floating hotel in the heart of the Mekong Delta.

Breakfast & Lunch

Wake up to the gentle sounds of the Mekong River as the cruise departs at approximately 06:30 for an early-morning journey. Watch local communities begin their daily activities, from drying exotic fruits to building traditional wooden boats at riverside shipyards, while enjoying breakfast on board.

After breakfast, continue exploring the Delta, with excursions depending on the selected route.

On the Can Tho route, take a sampan boat to Cai Rang Floating Market, one of the region's busiest trading centres. On the Cai Be route, explore the smaller waterways by sampan or on foot, depending on the scheduled itinerary. Along the way, discover the abundance of tropical fruits, fresh vegetables, and locally made products.

The excursion may include opportunities to interact with traders, visit traditional candy and cake-making workshops, or pass through peaceful canals lined with local houses, green orchards, and boatbuilding yards.

Please note that floating markets are primarily wholesale trading hubs rather than tourist attractions. The number of boats and the level of activity can vary according to harvest seasons, market demand, and the increasing use of modern wholesale markets.

Disembark at the pier at approximately 11:00–11:30 and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, transfer by bus or car through the scenic countryside to Chau Doc, where you will be taken to your hotel for the night.

Breakfast

After breakfast, transfer to the pier in Chau Doc and board a speedboat for the journey to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Enjoy the river scenery as you travel towards the Cambodian capital, an ideal starting point for discovering the country's cultural highlights and planning a visit to the famous temples of Angkor Wat.

Upon arrival in Phnom Penh, the tour concludes. If you wish to continue exploring Cambodia, additional tours to Angkor and other destinations can be arranged. A transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City or a resort stay on an island can also be organised upon request.

Route map

Dragon Eyes • 3-day tour from Saigon to Phnom Penh
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Inclusions

  • Road transfers to and from Ho Chi Minh City. Private transfers are included for Gecko Eyes tours.

  • Accommodation in comfortable double or twin cabins

  • One night in a Superior Room at Victoria Hotel Chau Doc

  • English-speaking guide on board the cruise and during shore excursions

  • Meals as specified in the itinerary

  • Mineral water provided in the cabin

  • Complimentary tea and coffee

  • Shore excursions and activities mentioned in the itinerary

  • Speedboat transfer from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh

  • Transfer from the hotel in Phnom Penh to the jetty

Exclusions

  • Drinks other than the complimentary cabin mineral water, tea, and coffee

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Visa fees and arrangements

  • Personal expenses and services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions

Visa information: Visa requirements depend on your nationality. Please check the applicable Cambodian entry regulations with the relevant authorities before travelling.

Important note: Cruise routes and excursions may change without prior notice.

Dragon Eyes Cabins

Private Cabin

The two spacious private cabins, measuring approximately 14–16 m² each, offer a comfortable retreat for enjoying a Mekong River cruise. Thoughtfully designed interiors include a private sitting area and a well-appointed bathroom, creating a relaxing space to unwind throughout the journey.

Individual air conditioning ensures a comfortable stay, while panoramic windows provide wonderful views of the Mekong River and its ever-changing riverside scenery.

Private Cabin

  • Area: 14–16 m²

  • Cabins Available: 2

  • View: Panoramic Mekong River View

  • Facilities: Private Bathroom, Sitting Area, Individual Air Conditioning, Panoramic Windows