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FAR EAST • VIETNAM, CAMBODIA & LAOS
Discover Mekong River Cruising
The Mekong meanders some 4,900km
through South-east Asia to the South
China Sea. Across its vital course there is
a constant flow of boats – fishing, ferrying,
and forming floating markets.
A Mekong cruise provides rewarding
glimpses of daily life here. Most routes sail
between Vietnam and Cambodia, while
more adventurous voyages take in Laos and
Thailand. Cox & Kings has selected only the
best vessels for navigating these waterways.
Shore excursions – using smaller, secondary
boats – take you to riverside villages and
reveal their trades, from silk weaving to fish
farming. You are escorted by local Englishspeaking
guides who can offer valuable
insights into life on the Mekong.
Aqua Mekong
Award-winning architecture • Suites with
panoramic views
Operated by Aqua Expeditions, this 62-metre
luxury ship specialises in Mekong cruises
between Vietnam and Cambodia. The vessel
has won plaudits for its architecture, including
Gold at the Asia Hotel Design Awards. Guests
are accommodated across 20 air-conditioned
suites, whose floor-to-ceiling windows overlook
the waters – ideal for idle gazing at the
riverine scenery as it gently slips by. The onboard
facilities are 5-star, and include a fully
equipped gym, screening room, observation
deck, swimming pool, outdoor cinema, and
restaurant – with a menu overseen by a
Michelin-starred chef.
Aqua Mekong offers guided excursions aboard
its private tenders, visiting Buddhist temples,
stilt-top villages, and natural beauty spots for
hiking and kayaking. The crew-to-guest ratio
of 1 to 1 ensures you’re given the utmost
attention during your cruise, whether you opt
for a three-night expedition or a full week
on board.
Aqua Mekong
Aqua Mekong sun deck
Aqua Mekong double Design Suite with balcony
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