Dragon Eyes Mekong Delta Cruise

Dragon Eyes Cruise βΒ A Private Mekong Cruise Journey
Experience the Mekong Delta on an exclusive private Mekong cruise aboard the charming Dragon Eyes. Designed for couples or small families, this traditional wooden boat offers a relaxing and personal way to explore the region.
Sail from Cai Be to Can Tho (or Chau Doc/Phnom Penh) on an authentic overnight cruise. Enjoy spacious ensuite cabins, panoramic river views, and personalized service. Visit floating markets, and riverside villages, and cycle through peaceful delta landscapes.
The Dragon Eyes Mekong cruise is perfect for those seeking privacy, comfort, and a deeper connection to the vibrant life of the Mekong.
Book your MekongΒ overnight cruise today and uncover the best-kept secret of Southern Vietnam
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Introduction
The Cruise
The Dragon Eyes is a vacation paradise for couples, families or friends. Cruising on the vast waters and the small canals of the mighty Mekong river is a great way to discover the Mekong Delta.
Why not spend your romantic honeymoon on board? You can even charter the vessel and explore the Mekong river in exclusive privacy.
Cruise boat design
The two sister boats Dragon Eyes I and Dragon Eyes II were built in the traditional style of the Mekong Delta river boats. Their elegant, slender and shallow hulls enable the Dragon Eyes to cruise also the secondary side canals of the Mekong river which are too small for the larger cruisers to explore. There we find serene river front life that makes the Mekong Delta so unique.
Cabin
At the same time the river cruise boats are big enough to provide you with ample space for relaxation and privacy. Each of the Dragon Eyes provides around 100 m2 for its guests. Itβs like a floating hotel:
Two spacy private cabins (14 β 16 m2), providing a nicely designed bath room, a French balcony, sitting area, individual air conditioning, fans and fantastic Mekong river views through the panorama windows.
Others
In the indoor panorama lounge you can watch the hustle and bustle of the Mekong Delta sitting in the cool and cosy front salon with air condition and large panorama windows and 270Β° views on the river.
On the sun deck on the top deck you can enjoy a sun bath while watching the scenery passing by. Indulge in the culinary specialities of Vietnam in the roofed outdoor restaurant or enjoy a sun-downer in your private bar on the top deck β all with fantastic river views.
Crew
Our crew of five will do their utmost to provide you with all the services and comfort you need during your Mekong Delta river cruise. Your captain and his deck hand are in charge of the technical details and the routing. An experienced chef and the service staff will take you on a culinary journey through Vietnam. Your personal guide and cruise director show you all the sights you need to see and will explain life and culture of the Mekong Delta. Our staff get regular safety trainings. They will do their best to fulfill the special requests of our customers to make their luxurious cruise unique.
The boats were built by local ship builders from following traditional designs. The cabins and the interior were build by Vietnamese master craftsmen. Most interiors and furnitures are built from exclusive tropical woods, where available with certification for sustainable forest plantation. All critical technical equipment like engine, navigation, rudder, air-conditioning, water purification or fire protection system are imported from Japan or Europe.
Itinerary
2 DAYS MEKONG - SAIGON ROUND TRIP ON MEKONG EYES CRUISE
Day | Activities | Location |
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1 | SAIGON – CAI BE/CAN THO (L, D) (Start on Odd date): Saigon – Can Tho – Cai Be 07:30-8:00 β Pick-up at the hotel in Saigon. (district 1 and parts of district 3 (only included for those pax using the transfer service) 11.30 β Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in. 12:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board around 13:00 (Start on Even date): Saigon – Cai Be – Can Tho 08:00 β 08:30 β Pick-up from your hotel in central Saigon (District 1 & parts of District 3, for guests using the transfer service). Enjoy a scenic drive to the Mekong Delta. 11:30 β Arrive at the pier and board the Mekong Eyes river cruiser. Receive a warm welcome, a refreshing drink, and a brief safety orientation before checking into your comfortable cabin. 12:00 β 13:00 β Begin your panoramic cruise along the Mekong River as lunch is served onboard, featuring delicious local cuisine. 16:00 β Disembark for a guided walk through a peaceful village, passing by lush orchards, rice paddies, and experiencing the warm hospitality of the Deltaβs rural communities. 17:30 β Return to the boat to relax and enjoy the golden hues of sunset from the sundeck. 19:00 β A freshly prepared dinner awaits onboard, followed by a restful night on the water in your cozy cabin. |
Can Tho / Cai Be |
2 | CAI BE/CAN THO – SAIGON (B) (Odd date): Cai Be – Saigon 07:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 08:00 β Check out of the cabin. Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market.. 11:00 β Departure to Saigon / Lunch en route/ end of tour. (only included for those pax using the transfer service) ~15:30 β Arrival in Saigon.
(Even date) Can Tho – Saigon 07:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 08:00 β Check out of cabin. Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market. 11:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board. ~16:30 β Arrival in Saigon.. |
Cai Be / Can Tho |
3 DAYS MEKONG - SAIGON ROUND TRIP ON MEKONG EYES CRUISE
Day | Activities | Location |
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1 | SAIGON – CAN THO/ CAI BE (L,D) (Start on Odd date): Saigon – Can Tho – Cai Be 07:30-8:00 β Pick-up at the hotel in Saigon. (district 1 and parts of district 3 (only included for those pax using the transfer service) 11.30 β Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in. 12:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board around 13:00 (Start on Even date): Saigon – Cai Be – Can Tho 08:00 β 08:30 β Pick-up from your hotel in central Saigon (District 1 & parts of District 3, for guests using the transfer service). Enjoy a scenic drive to the Mekong Delta. 11:30 β Arrive at the pier and board the Mekong Eyes river cruiser. Receive a warm welcome, a refreshing drink, and a brief safety orientation before checking into your comfortable cabin. 12:00 β 13:00 β Begin your panoramic cruise along the Mekong River as lunch is served onboard, featuring delicious local cuisine. 16:00 β Disembark for a guided walk through a peaceful village, passing by lush orchards, rice paddies, and experiencing the warm hospitality of the Deltaβs rural communities. 17:30 β Return to the boat to relax and enjoy the golden hues of sunset from the sundeck. 19:00 β A freshly prepared dinner awaits onboard, followed by a restful night on the water in your cozy cabin. |
Can Tho / Cai Be |
2 | CAI BE – CAN THO (B,L,D) (Odd date): Cai Be – Can Tho 07:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 08:00 β Take a traditional rowing sampan through quiet canals, visit Tan Phong islet to enjoy a performance of Δα»n ca tΓ i tα» (Southern folk music), and meet local families who make coconut candy and rice paper by hand. Enjoy a relaxed bicycle ride or guided walk through small riverside villages. 12:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board 16:00 β In the afternoon, enjoy another guided walk through a quaint riverside community with time to learn about daily life along the Delta. 19:00 β A delightful dinner is served onboard. Spend another peaceful night on the river. (Even date) Can Tho – Cai Be 07:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 08:00 β Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market. 12:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board 16:00 β In the afternoon, enjoy another guided walk through a quaint riverside community with time to learn about daily life along the Delta. 19:00 β A delightful dinner is served onboard. Spend another peaceful night on the river. |
Cai Be, Can Tho |
3 | CAI BE/CAN THO – SAIGON (B) (Odd date): Can Tho – Saigon 07:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 08:00 β Check-out of cabin, Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market. 11:00 β Disembark and transfer back to Saigon (lunch included en route for transfer guests). ~16:30 β Estimated arrival in Saigon. End of services. (Even date): Cai Be – Saigon 07:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 08:00 β Board a long sampan to explore the famous Cai Rang Floating Marketβa vibrant trading hub where locals sell fresh produce directly from their boats. Witness the colorful hustle and bustle of authentic river commerce. 11:00 β Disembark and transfer back to Saigon (lunch included en route for transfer guests). ~15:30 β Estimated arrival in Saigon. End of services.
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Can Tho/ Cai Be - Saigon |
2 DAYS BETWEEN SAIGON - PHU QUOC ON MEKONG EYES CRUISE
Day | Activities | Location |
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1 | SAIGON/PHU QUOC – MEKONG (L,D) (Start on Odd date): Phu Quoc – Rach Gia – Can Tho – Cai Be 06:00 – 06:30 β Pick up at the hotel in Phu Quoc.Β 8.00 Departure of ferry to Rach Gia in Phu Quoc. 10.30 β Pick-up at Rach Gia pier. Drive to Can Tho. 13:30 β Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in. Panorama cruise and lunch on board. (Start on Even date): Saigon – Cai Be – Can Tho 08:00 β 08:30 β Pick-up from your hotel in central Saigon (District 1 & parts of District 3, for guests using the transfer service). 11:30 β Arrive at the pier and board the Mekong Eyes river cruiser. Receive a warm welcome, a refreshing drink, and a brief safety orientation before checking into your comfortable cabin. 12:00 β 13:00 β Begin your panoramic cruise along the Mekong River as lunch is served onboard. 16:00 β Disembark for a guided walk through a peaceful village, passing by lush orchards, rice paddies, and experiencing the warm hospitality of the Deltaβs rural communities. 17:30 β Return to the boat to relax and enjoy the golden hues of sunset from the sundeck. 19:00 β A freshly prepared dinner awaits onboard, followed by a restful night on the water in your cozy cabin. |
Saigon/Phu Quoc - Mekong |
2 | MEKONG – PHU QUOC/GON (B,L) (Odd date): Cai Be – Saigon 7:00 β Pick up at the hotel in Phu Quoc.Β 8.00 Departure of ferry to Rach Gia in Phu Quoc. 8:00 β Check-out of cabin. Excursion on rowing sampan, exploring small canals of Tan Phong islet, home-made handicrafts family. 10:00 β Bicycle ride on back roads or walk in a small village along the Mekong Canals. (Even date): Can Tho – Rach Gia – Phu Quoc 7:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 8:00 β Sampan excursion to Cai Rang floating market. 9:00 β Road transfer to Rach Gia, snack box. (shuttle bus service)
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Mekong - Phu Quoc/Saigon |
3 DAYS BETWEEN SAIGON - PHU QUOC ON MEKONG EYES CRUISE
Day | Activities | Location |
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1 | SAIGON/PHU QUOC -CAN THO/CAI BE (L.D) This program only starts on ODD DATES Route 1: Phu Quoc – Rach Gia – Can Tho – Cai Be 06:00 – 06:30 β Pick up at the hotel in Phu Quoc.Β 8.00 Departure of ferry to Rach Gia in Phu Quoc. 10.30 β Pick-up at Rach Gia pier. Drive to Can Tho. 13:30 β Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in. Panorama cruise and lunch on board. Route 2: Saigon – Can Tho – Cai Be 08:00 β 08:30 β Pick-up from your hotel in central Saigon (District 1 & parts of District 3, for guests using the transfer service). 11:30 β Arrive at the pier and board the Mekong Eyes river cruiser. Receive a warm welcome, a refreshing drink, and a brief safety orientation before checking into your comfortable cabin. 12:00 β 13:00 β Begin your panoramic cruise along the Mekong River as lunch is served onboard. 16:00 β Disembark for a guided walk through a peaceful village, passing by lush orchards, rice paddies, and experiencing the warm hospitality of the Deltaβs rural communities. 17:30 β Return to the boat to relax and enjoy the golden hues of sunset from the sundeck. 19:00 β A freshly prepared dinner awaits onboard, followed by a restful night on the water in your cozy cabin. |
Saigon/Phu Quoc - Cai Be/Can Tho |
2 | CAI BE – CAN THO (B,L,D) Route 1 & Route 2: Cai Be – Can Tho 07:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 08:00 β Excursion on rowing sampan to explore small canals, enjoy “Δα»n ca tΓ i tα»β (Folk Music) and visit home-made handicrafts family on Tan Phong islet 10:00 β Bicycle ride on back roads or walk in a small village along the Mekong Canals. 12:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board around 13.00 16:00 β Guided walk to a rural village or through the lush greens of orchards and rice paddies 19:00 β Dinner on board, night on board. |
Cai Be, Can Tho |
3 | CAN THO – SAIGON/PHU QUOC (B,L) Route 1: Can Tho – Saigon 7:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 8:00 β Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market. 10:00 β Bicycle ride on back roads or walk in a small village along the Mekong Canals. 11:00 β Departure to Saigon / Lunch en route/ end of tour. (only included for those pax using the transfer service) 16:30 β Arrival in Saigon (district 1 and parts of district 3) Route 2: Can Tho – Rach Gia – Phu Quoc 7:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 8:00 β Sampan excursion to Cai Rang floating market. 9:00 β Road transfer to Rach Gia, snack box. (shuttle bus service) 13:00 β Departure of ferry to Phu Quoc in Rach Gia. 15:30 β Arrival at Phu Quoc Bai Vong Pier; transfer to the hotel in Phu Quoc by shuttle bus. |
Can Tho - Saigon/Phu Quoc |
3 DAYS SAIGON TO PHNOM PENH ON MEKONG EYES CRUISE (REVERSE ROUTE AVAILABLE)
Day | Activities | Location |
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1 | SAIGON – CAI BE/ CAN THO (L,D) (Start on Odd date): Saigon – Can Tho – Cai Be 07:30-8:00 β Pick-up at the hotel in Saigon. (district 1 and parts of district 3 (only included for those pax using the transfer service) 11.30 β Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in. 12:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board around 13:00 (Start on Even dates): Saigon – Cai Be – Can Tho 07:30-8:00 β Pick-up at the hotel in Saigon. (district 1 and parts of district 3 (only included for those pax using the transfer service) 11.30 β Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in. 12:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board around 13:00 |
Saigon - Cai Be/Can Tho |
2 | CAI BE/ CAN THO – CHAU DOC (L,D) (Starts on odd date): Cai Be – Chau Doc 07:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 08:00 β Take a traditional rowing sampan through quiet canals, visit Tan Phong islet to enjoy a performance of Δα»n ca tΓ i tα» (Southern folk music), and meet local families who make coconut candy and rice paper by hand. Enjoy a relaxed bicycle ride or guided walk through small riverside villages. 11:00 β Drive to Chau Doc by shuttle bus service. Lunch en route. 15:30 β Arrival in Chau Doc, check in Victoria hotel. Evening at free disposal. Night in hotel in Chau Doc. (Start on even date): Can Tho – Chau Doc 7:00: Morning tea break served on board. 8:00: Check out of cabin. Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market 11:00: Drive to Chau Doc and lunch en route (Shuttle bus service// Land transfer) 15:30: Arrival in Chau Doc, check in hotel 19:00: Evening at free disposal. Night in hotel in Victoria Hotel in Chau Doc |
Cai Be/Can Tho - Chau Doc |
3 | CHAU DOC – PHNOM PENH (B) 7:00: Departure of speed boat to Phnom Penh. ~12:00 – 13:30: Arrival at Sisowath International Quay Phnom Penh (arrival time may vary due to current and immigration formalities). Transfer to the hotel in Phnom Penh by shuttle bus. |
Chau Doc - Phnom Penh |
4 DAYS SAIGON TO PHNOM PENH ON MEKONG EYES CRUISE (REVERSE ROUTE AVAILABLE)
Day | Activities | Location |
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1 | SAIGON – CANΒ THO/CAI BE (L,D) (Start on Odd date): Saigon – Can Tho – Cai Be 07:30-8:00 β Pick-up at the hotel in Saigon. (district 1 and parts of district 3 (only included for those pax using the transfer service) 11.30 β Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in. 12:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board around 13:00 (Start on Even date): Saigon – Cai Be – Can Tho 08:00 β 08:30 β Pick-up from your hotel in central Saigon (District 1 & parts of District 3, for guests using the transfer service). Enjoy a scenic drive to the Mekong Delta. 11:30 β Arrive at the pier and board the Mekong Eyes river cruiser. Receive a warm welcome, a refreshing drink, and a brief safety orientation before checking into your comfortable cabin. 12:00 β 13:00 β Begin your panoramic cruise along the Mekong River as lunch is served onboard, featuring delicious local cuisine. 16:00 β Disembark for a guided walk through a peaceful village, passing by lush orchards, rice paddies, and experiencing the warm hospitality of the Deltaβs rural communities. 17:30 β Return to the boat to relax and enjoy the golden hues of sunset from the sundeck. 19:00 β A freshly prepared dinner awaits onboard, followed by a restful night on the water in your cozy cabin. |
Saigon - Cai Be/Can Tho |
2 | CAN THO – CAI BE (B,L,D) (Odd date): Cai Be – Can Tho 07:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 08:00 β Take a traditional rowing sampan through quiet canals, visit Tan Phong islet to enjoy a performance of Δα»n ca tΓ i tα» (Southern folk music), and meet local families who make coconut candy and rice paper by hand. Enjoy a relaxed bicycle ride or guided walk through small riverside villages. 12:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board 16:00 β In the afternoon, enjoy another guided walk through a quaint riverside community with time to learn about daily life along the Delta. 19:00 β A delightful dinner is served onboard. Spend another peaceful night on the river. (Even date) Can Tho – Cai Be 07:00 β Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board. 08:00 β Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market. 12:00 β Panorama cruise and lunch on board 16:00 β In the afternoon, enjoy another guided walk through a quaint riverside community with time to learn about daily life along the Delta. 19:00 β A delightful dinner is served onboard. Spend another peaceful night on the river. |
Can Tho - Cai Be |
3 | CAN THO/CAI BE – CHAU DOC (B,L,D) (Odd date): Can Tho – Chau Doc 7:00: Morning tea break served on board. 8:00: Check out of cabin. Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market 11:00: Drive to Chau Doc and lunch en route (Shuttle bus service/ Land transfer) 17:00: Arrival in Chau Doc, check in hotel 19:00: Evening at free disposal. Night in hotel in Victoria Hotel in Chau Doc (Even date) Cai Be – Chau Doc 7:00: Morning tea break served on board. 8:00: Check out of cabin. Excursion on rowing sampan to explore small canals, enjoy “Δα»n ca tΓ i tα»β (Folk Music) and visit home-made handicrafts family on Tan Phong islet. 10:00: Bicycle ride on back roads or walk in a small village along the Mekong Canals 11:00: Drive to Chau Doc and lunch en route (Shuttle bus service// Land transfer) 17:00: Arrival in Chau Doc, check in hotel 19:00: Evening at free disposal. Night in hotel in Victoria Hotel in Chau Doc |
Cai Be/Can Tho - Chau Doc |
4 | CHAU DOC – PHNOM PENH (B) 7:00: Departure of speed boat to Phnom Penh. ~12:00 – 13:30: Arrival at Sisowath International Quay Phnom Penh (arrival time may vary due to current and immigration formalities). Transfer to the hotel in Phnom Penh by shuttle bus. |
Chau Doc, Phnom Penh |
Tour details
PACKAGE PRICE PER PERSON (USD)
Itinerary:Β 2-dayΒ Mekong Delta River Cruise to the Floating Markets of Cai Be and Cai Rang
Period | Rate/person | Single supplement |
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Rate on LOW SEASON (Apr 1st – Sep 30th, 2019) | USD 238 | USD 119 |
Rate on HIGHΒ SEASONΒ (Oct 1st, 2018 – Mar 31st, 2019) | USD 312 | USD 157 |
Itinerary:Β 3-day Mekong Delta River Cruise to the Floating Markets of Cai Rang & Cai Be
Period | Rate/person | Single supplement |
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Rate on LOW SEASON (Apr 1st – Sep 30th, 2019) | USD 398 | USD 199 |
Rate on HIGHΒ SEASONΒ (Oct 1st, 2018 – Mar 31st, 2019) | USD 530 | USD 265 |
Itinerary:Β 2-day Tour between Saigon and Phu Quoc
Period | Rate/person | Single supplement |
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Rate on LOW SEASON (Apr 1st – Sep 30th, 2019) | USD 352 | USD 176 |
Rate on HIGHΒ SEASONΒ (Oct 1st, 2018 – Mar 31st, 2019) | USD 385 | USD 193 |
Itinerary: 3-day Tour between Saigon and Phu Quoc
Period | Rate/person | Single supplement |
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Rate on LOW SEASON (Apr 1st – Sep 30th, 2019) | USD 510 | USD 255 |
Rate on HIGHΒ SEASONΒ (Oct 1st, 2018 – Mar 31st, 2019) | USD 638 | USD 319 |
NOTE
- The quotation does not include surcharges on Vietnamese Lunar New Year (17th-20th Feb 2026), Christmas (24th Dec) and New Year Eve (31th Dec)
- Child policy: Age of children based on date of birth, please contact for more information.
- Extra charge: please contact for more information.
- Charter: please contact for more information.
TRIP INCLUDED
- Accommodation in cosy double or twin bedded cabins
- Local English speaking tour guide
- Meals as itinerary indicated
- Mineral water placed in your cabin
- Side trips on sampans as mentioned in the itineraries
- Program Can Tho – Phu Quoc:Β Transfer by shuttle bus to Rach Gia and ferry from Rach Gia to Phu Quoc
- Private transfer from / to Ho Chi Minh
- Tax, service charges
TRIP EXCLUDED
- Travel insurance of any kind
- Tip, drinks, personal expenses
- Others services not mentioned
- Bank transfer fees & credit card service fees
- Other not mentioned above
ATTENTION
- What to bring: Original passport, swimming suites, sun glasses, some cash in Vietnamese Dong / USD for personal expenses (do not accept credit card payments on board), bring something warm to wear [From Dec till March]
- The program may be subject to change depending on weather conditions or specific tides without announcing to visitors in advance.
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