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An all-inclusive, 12-night journey exploring the highlights of Cambodia and Vietnam, cruising the mighty Mekong River.
We invite you to join Brand g Vacations for a 12-night, LGBT+, all-inclusive, guaranteed full ship charter, featuring the mighty Mekong River and the Temples of Angkor Wat.
There can be no more striking cultural contrast than tranquil Cambodia and bustling Vietnam. From the diverse countryside of Cambodia to the Mekong Delta, so rich in human life and endeavor, you’ll discover two countries, two cultures, and two ways of life linked by one river, the Mekong. Cruise aboard the all-suite, luxurious Mekong Jewel, specially built to ply the Mekong River from Kampong Cham, Cambodia to Ho Chi Minh City. Embracing an elegant French-colonial design similar to the many homes that once lined the streets of old Saigon, she boasts spacious suites from 323 square feet up to an expansive 915 square feet in size. From here, you will enjoy all the wonders the Mekong has to offer in sophisticated, yet comfortable style. With never more than 24 guests per expert guide, you will enjoy enriching lectures, a comprehensive series of well-planned excursions, and most meals and beverages! Also included is a three-night stay in Siem Reap including an in-depth visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Angkor Wat, and a two-night stay in bustling Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), each featuring five-star, centrally-located hotels.
With just 34 custom-designed suites, space is limited.
Luxury Level: ***** Five Star Activity Level: Moderate Guest Count: 68
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Single supplement of $2,500 applies to single occupancy bookings in Vista and Superior Suites.
Grande and Prestige 100% single supplement applies.
Port Charges of $195 and Pre-paid gratuities of $275 are additional.
A $1,500 per person credit card deposit is required to confirm your space. A second deposit of $1,500 per person is due 180 days prior to departure on April 10, 2026. Full payment is due no later than 120 days prior to departure on June 9, 2026. Failure to make payment(s) in a timely manner may cause your reservation to be cancelled.
Consider purchasing travel insurance to help protect your trip. We offer travel insurance as part of a travel protection plan from Travel Insured International. Click here, or call Brand g at 952-405-9309 for pricing information. Please note, to be eligible for certain additional travel protection benefits you must purchase your plan within 21 days of the date your initial trip deposit is received.
Single occupancy pricing is double the pricing listed above
Located forward on the Sun Deck, these two very private suites not only offer the most luxurious and spacious environment on board but on the entire Mekong River, measuring 915 square feet (85 square metres), featuring: fixed king beds, complimentary laundry, full French doors onto a private panoramic terrace where complimentary canapés are served at sundown as part of Lotus butler service.
Single occupancy pricing is double the pricing listed above
Located mid-ship on the Sun Deck, the Prestige Suite offers guests a wonderful combination of space and comfort measuring 548 square feet (51 square meters), featuring a fixed king bed, and incorporating a private balcony where complimentary canapés are served at sundown as part of Lotus butler service.
For single occupancy pricing add $2,500 to the per person pricing listed above
Located on the Orchid Deck (Upper Deck), the Signature Suite provides guests with 333 square feet (31 square metres) of living space including French doors opening onto a private balcony for guests to enjoy the breath-taking scenery and the option of continental breakfast in a private and relaxing environment. Suite is equipped with two twin beds that can be converted to one queen bed.
For single occupancy pricing add $2,500 to the per person pricing listed above
Located on the Lotus Deck (Upper Deck), the Vista Suite provides guests with 323 square feet (30 square metres) of living space with French doors onto a small balcony, and a spacious seating area from which to enjoy the dramatic sunsets along the Mekong River. Suite is equipped with two twin beds that can be converted to one queen bed.
Just ten minutes away from the famed monuments of Angkor Wat, French colonial elegance sits amidst the manicured gardens of Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort. Our Angkor Spa Resort is one of the best hotels in Cambodia and proudly receives a banquet of awards each and every year. The luxurious five-star Angkor hotel’s rooms entreat with serene design reflecting French sophistication and yesteryear refinement. A lavish swimming pool beloved by guests is surrounded by lush and opulent landscaping.
Room type: Superior
Dates of included stay: October 7 – 10, 2026
Additional pre-nights may be booked directly through the hotel, based on the above room types. No need to mention Brand g when booking, simply book the number of additional pre-nights you need and send the confirmation to [email protected] and we’ll add a note to your Brand g reservation and request the reservations be tied together when we send our rooming list to the hotel.
Reminiscent in design of the French colonial-era manor homes that once lined the streets of old Saigon, the 34-suite/68-passenger Mekong Jewel lends a sophisticated yet comfortable ambiance while cruising the mighty Mekong River. Around every corner, guests will enjoy a blend of timeless elegance and modern luxuries as they experience the sights and sounds of a landscape that forever changes its visitors.
Accommodations on board the Mekong Jewel provide all the comfort and convenience of a five-star hotel, without denying you the thrills of complete immersion in the Mekong River experience. Spacious, well-appointed suites offer individual climate control, daily housekeeping with turn-down service, the finest bed linens and duvets, luxuriously soft robes and slippers, all-natural therapeutic bath amenities, premium mattresses and pillow menu, flat-screen satellite TV, in-room electronic safe, complimentary minibar and complimentary wireless internet in all public areas, when available.
Dates of stay: October 10 – 17, 2026
The Reverie Saigon has debuted as the most spectacularly extravagant hotel in Vietnam, and as the one and only member property of The Leading Hotels of the World in Ho Chi Minh City.
Taking pride of place on the topmost floors of the landmark Times Square Building in prestigious District 1, the much-lauded hotel presents world-class hospitality with its impeccable service and its unique celebration of haute Italian design and inimitable luxury.
Transcending expectations of place to a modern-day exploration of fanciful splendor, the sky-high Reverie Saigon offers an incomparable perspective on the city with its spectacular views.
Room type: Deluxe Room
Dates of included stay: October 17 – 19, 2026
Additional post-nights may be booked directly through the hotel, based on the above room types. No need to mention Brand g when booking, simply book the number of additional post-nights you need and send the confirmation to [email protected] and we’ll add a note to your Brand g reservation and request the reservations be tied together when we send our rooming list to the hotel.
Oct 19 – 23, 2026
Double occupancy $2,999 per person / Single occupancy pricing: $3,999
End your journey with an optional four-night post-program extension, featuring three nights in historic Hanoi and one night aboard the Ambassador Lines ‘junk’ boat on the famed UNESCO World Heritage site of Ha Long Bay.
Included Services:
Day 1 – October 19, 2026: Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
Breakfast at the Reverie Saigon Hotel, then transfer to the Tan Son Nhat airport for a short domestic flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival at Hanoi airport, we proceed outside the terminal, meet our guide and transfer to a local restaurant for lunch. Following lunch we proceed to the hotel for check-in and some time at leisure. Later we make our way to old Hanoi for a charming water puppet performance followed by dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Overnight in Hanoi at Intercontinental Westlake hotel
Day 2 – October 20, 2026: Hanoi – Half Day City Tour
This morning, following breakfast, we meet our guide in the hotel lobby for city tour. We first enjoy a thrilling electric car tour through the city’s charming historic quarter to explore the hidden alleys, cafes and shops. After, we visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex including the Vietnamese leader’s mausoleum, which overlooks Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh’s house, behind the mausoleum, which is built on top of stilts. This simple, traditional house sits in a botanical garden by a lotus pond. Next, we visit the Temple of Literature, a temple dedicated to Confucius and Vietnam’s first national university, founded in 1070.
After a full morning, we enjoy an included lunch.
Following lunch we continue on to visit the Hoa Lo prison (“Hanoi Hilton”) to learn about its use as a place for holding American POWs. It was also used by the French to imprison Vietnamese patriots.
Finally, we transfer back to hotel for an evening at leisure and dinner on your own. If you choose, you may enjoy an included light buffet in the Club Intercontinental Lounge. (Breakfast/Lunch)
Overnight in Hanoi at Intercontinental Westlake hotel
Day 3 – October 21, 2026: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay
This morning following breakfast, we transfer to Ha Long via motor coach. We’ll arrive to the Paradise Elegance around 12:30. After check-in and a short briefing about our cruise, we’ll enjoy our welcome lunch at the Restaurant. During lunch we sail toward Ha Long Bay, passing the famous Fighting Cocks Islet, and Thien Cung and Dau Go Caves.
Following lunch, your first excursion is a visit to Titov island where you can climb to the top for the panoramic view of the surrounding area and spend some time on the beach.
Our next visit is to Luon Cave – a fascinating natural wonder located in the heart of Halong Bay. You will have the chance to travel undеr thе limеstоnе mоuntаin and admire at the amazing rock formations and crystal-clear waters via bamboo boat or kayak (kayaks are an additional charge).
Alternatively, you can opt for an afternoon of pampering at the Spa or an afternoon tea in the Piano Bar.
Once back on board there will be a cooking demonstration and pre-dinner sunset cocktails. We anchor overnight at Coconut Tree Island.
After dinner in the restaurant, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy live music at the Piano Bar. Or, take the opportunity for squid fishing, a spa treatment at the Spa or watch movies in your cabin. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Overnight on the Ambassador Cruise boat
Day 4 – October 22, 2026: Halong Bay/Hanoi
Early this morning, watch the sunrise while taking part in a Tai Chi session on the Sundeck, followed by a light breakfast in the Piano Bar.
Later this morning we make a visit to the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, where you can take in the panoramic views across Halong Bay after visiting the cave. Once back on board, enjoy breakfast as we once again cruise past Thien Cung and Dau Go Caves and Fighting Cocks Islet.
After a late morning check out, we return to shore and journey back to Hanoi, with an included lunch after returning to the Old City.
Following lunch, we return to the Intercontinental Hotel for check-in and some time to rest.
Later we depart for a visit to Ngoc Son Temple, before enjoying a delicious farewell dinner. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Overnight in Hanoi at Intercontinental Westlake hotel
Day 5 – October 23, 2026: Hanoi – Flights Home
(Breakfast)
Hotel room type: Junior Suite
Additional pre-nights may be booked directly through the hotel, based on the above room type. No need to mention Brand g when booking, simply book the number of additional pre-nights you need and send the confirmation to [email protected] and we’ll add a note to your Brand g reservation and request the reservations be tied together when we send our rooming list to the hotel.
October 9, 2026: 7pm – 9pm
$70 per person
Add to your reservation through our online reservation system, call us at 952-405-9309, or email [email protected] to secure your space.
Be amazed by Siem Reap’s most unique, authentic and top-rated evening entertainment. More than just a circus, Phare performers also use theater, music and dance to tell Cambodian stories—historical, folk and modern. Phare artists are graduates of Phare Ponleu Selpak, an NGO and professional arts training center in Battambang, Cambodia. The school was founded by nine young men returning from a refugee camp of the Khmer Rouge regime. Finding healing through the arts, they wanted to provide the same opportunity for poor, socially deprived and troubled youth. You will be astonished by the performers’ energy, emotion, enthusiasm and talent. It is not a show to miss.
Dinner is not included and we recommend eating prior to the excursion.
Inclusive of:
‣ 2-hour excursion
‣ Private tour with entrance fees
‣ Mineral water and cold towels
‣ Gratuities for Tour guide, drivers
October 9, 2026: 4:45am – 9am
Following this tour you will meet up with the rest of the group for the full-day temples tour as scheduled per the web itinerary.
$120 per person
Add to your reservation through our online reservation system, call us at 952-405-9309, or email [email protected] to secure your space.
Today is all about magnificent views. Your morning begins at Bakheng Hill, where a steep path will take you to Phnom Bakheng, the highest temple in Angkor. Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime sunrise overlooking the gates of Angkor Wat and the temples of Angkor—a truly breathtaking sight. Following a walk back down the hill, enjoy breakfast at the Angkor Café, with the gates of Angkor Wat as your view.
After breakfast, transfer to the South Gate of Angkor Thom and join a morning gondola ride along the ancient ruins on a small baray (a type of reservoir typical of ancient Khmer water management). Float along the baray, a typical ancient Khmer reservoir, on a gondola surrounded by ancient ruins. Finally, end your excursion at the ruins of Prasat Chrung, the Shrine of the Angle, whose wall makes for the perfect vantage point to take in the amazing landscapes.
Please note: As the dirt path to the temple can be steep and is not handicap accessible, this tour is recommended for more active travelers.
Inclusive of:
‣ 4-hour excursion
‣ Private tour with entrance fees
‣ Breakfast
‣ Mineral water and cold towels
‣ Gratuities for Tour guide, drivers, restaurant staff
October 17, 2026: 6pm – 10pm
$165 per person
Add to your reservation through our online reservation system, call us at 952-405-9309, or email [email protected] to secure your space.
Are you ready for a ride of your life? Hop on the back of a vintage Vespa scooter (behind your experienced local driver) and experience Saigon nightlife the way locals do.
Around 6pm, you will be picked up from The Reverie hotel and start your Vespa night trip by mingling in the crowd of locals going home after work. You will witness Saigon’s rush hour traffic. Roads are mega-loaded with scooters, cars, bicycles, buses…and they honk every two seconds. It’s chaotic, noisy, fascinating. A welcome drink on a bridge overlooking the iconic tower awaits you.
There is no better way to be immersed in the culture of Vietnam than by exploring side streets and back alleys where the local people congregate, feeling the warmth of genuine interaction.
First stop at a “local favorite” restaurant to sample unique and tasty seafood. Continue the ride to you next restaurant where you will enjoy the authentic Vietnamese food that can’t miss.
Before ending the tour you will discover the diversity between the local cafés with Vietnamese music and popular bars with acoustic music or rock.
Return to the hotel around 10pm.
Inclusive of:
‣ 4-hour excursion
‣ Private tour
‣ All-you-can-eat & free flow beers, drinks…
‣ Vespa & Tour Guide
‣ Helmets & Mask & Raincoats
‣ Insurance
‣ Gratuities for Tour guide, drivers, restaurant staff
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Arrival: You should schedule your flights to arrive at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI) by October 7, 2026. The first scheduled activity will be an informal meet and greet that evening. The first tour takes place on the morning of October 8, 2026.
Departure: If you are only participating in the main program, ending in Ho Chi Minh City, you should schedule to fly home from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) at anytime on October 19, 2026. Hotel check out is at 11:00am.
Hanoi and Ha Long Bay post-program extension: you should still schedule your flights to arrive to Siem Reap (REP) on October 7, 2026 and you should schedule your departure from Hanoi (HAN) on October 23, 2026.
Citizens of the US and Canada are required to have a valid passport, which is valid for six months after your last date of travel.
Citizens of almost every country require tourist visas (in advance of travel) to enter Vietnam and Cambodia.
Cambodia: Tourist visas are valid for one month from the date of entry into Cambodia. Cambodia offers on-line visa processing through this link: http://evisa.gov.kh/. Tourists may also obtain a Cambodian visa at the airports in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and at all major border crossings. To obtain your visa upon entry, you will need two passport-sized (4cm by 6cm) photographs and a passport valid for a minimum of six months beyond the date of entry into Cambodia.
Vietnam: The Vietnamese consulate and our local Vietnam operators strongly recommend you obtain your visa in advance. You should obtain your visa 90 days prior to your last expected date in Vietnam For more information and to apply, follow this link: https://visa.mofa.gov.vn/Homepage.aspx.
***Please note, if your flight itinerary requires a stopover in another country en route to Siem Reap, and that stopover requires you to leave the secure area to connect with the flight to Siem Reap, you may be required to obtain a visa for that country. For example, flights which connect to Siem Reap via Hanoi, Vietnam (where you leave the secure area to connect to the next flight) will require that you obtain a multi-entry visa for Vietnam.
Citizens of all other countries should check with the relevant consulate in their home country to verify entry requirements. Please contact Brand g Vacations or your travel agent for further instruction.
Arrival transfers are provided for guests on the main program, from Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI) to the Victoria Angkor Resort and Spa.
Departure transfers are provided from The Reverie Saigon to the Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN).
Departure transfers for the optional post program are provided for guests from the Intercontinental Westlake Hotel to the Hanoi Airport (HAN).
Contact our team or your travel agent to ensure arrangements outside of these arrival and departure transfers will be included. Booked guests should provide their arrival and departure details 45 days prior to the trip to ensure transfer availability.
We will make every effort to accommodate special dietary requests. Please inform our office at least 45 days prior to departure of these requests.
Gratuities are customary expressions of appreciation for a job well done. It is our goal to ensure that the service you receive is as wonderful as the sites you visit. Gratuities for the included portions of this program have been pre-paid. At your own discretion you may choose to provide additional tips.
Excursions during your travel program are mostly in groups of 25 people led by expert English speaking local guides. Utilizing wireless audio guides enables you to hear every word of your travel guide at absolutely all times. It provides maximum flexibility and convenience without missing a moment of fascinating commentary and is compatible with hearing aids.
The excursions are rated in difficulty based on the type and condition of the terrain, possible ascent/decent height as well as the total distance walked.
1/5: Very easy walking required which may include stairs and uneven surfaces.
2/5: Easy amount of walking which may include stairs and uneven surfaces.
3/5: Moderate amount of walking which will include stairs and uneven surfaces.
4/5: Moderate/hard amount of walking will include stairs and uneven surfaces.
5/5: Hard amount of walking will include stairs and uneven surfaces.
Please refer to individual excursions for full details. If you need accommodations based on your abilities, contact Brand g before booking this travel program.
You are on vacation as the last thing we want to impose is a dress code. We will however appreciate you wearing more than a thong or mankini at dinner and in the bar/performance area. Be as dressed up or down as you see fit as long as you are comfortable and dress appropriately for for changeable weather.
Many of the excursion throughout the first half of the trip require that knees and shoulders be covered. Shorts are fine as long as they cover at least the top half of your knees.
US citizens should consult the Centers for Disease Control websites, https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/vietnam and https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/cambodia, or your health care provider for vaccination requirements and recommendations.
Citizens of all other countries should consult their government’s national disease center or their physician.
Average October temperatures:
Seam Reap : 71/88 degrees F
Ho Chi Minh City: 72/90 degrees F
Hanoi: 58/68 degrees F
The comfort and safety of our guests is our first priority. Smoking is not permitted in the suites or enclosed, public areas on board. There is a designated smoking area on the Sun Deck.
All of our trips include arrival and departure airport transfers, most meals, included beverages and so much more! Plus our trips are hosted, meaning someone from Brand g will be with you the entire time to take care of the details, so you can simply relax and enjoy your vacation.
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Travel Professionals
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Deposit/Final Payment
All payments will be processed by Brand g Vacations. To reserve your vacation, a $1,500 per person deposit for the main program and $250 for the Hanoi and Ha Long Bay extension is required at the time of booking. A second deposit is due 180 days prior to departure on April 10, 2026. Full payment is due no later than 120 days prior to departure on June 9, 2026. Guests will not be permitted to change travel agents once final payment has been received. Final documentation will be issued after receipt of final payment and approximately 30 days prior to sailing. All reservations are subject to cancellation if payments are not received by the due date, and are guaranteed only when paid in full 120 days prior to sailing. Reservations made within 90 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner, as specified by Brand g Vacations. Payments may be made by AMEX/ VISA®/ MasterCard® or DISCOVER®.
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Cancellation Charges:
| Days Before Departure | Per Person Charge |
| Greater than 300: (through 12/10/2025) | $100 |
| 300 – 181: (12/11/2025 – 4/9/2026) | $750 |
| 180 – 121: (4/10/2026 – 6/8/2026) | $1,500 |
| 120 days or less: (6/9/2026 – 10/7/2026) | 100% of per person charges |
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Lost Property
Lotus Cruises may levy a charge for the return of personal items left on board or lost and subsequently found.
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