8-Day Majestic Mekong Cruise from Ho chin Minh

The 8-Day Majestic Mekong Cruise from Ho chin Minh is a 7-night Asia & Indian Ocean cruise aboard Emerald Nova, operated by Emerald Cruises. Departing Ho Chi Minh City on March 13, 2027, the voyage visits 5 ports. Fares start from $4,191 per person.

Length: 7 nights
Departs: Mar 13, 2027
Returns: Mar 20, 2027
Ports of call: 5

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Itinerary

Day 1 Mar 13, 2027 Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant port of call for MSC cruise liners on MSC Grand Voyages cruise itineraries. It’s a fury of sights and sounds, and the crucible in which Vietnam’s rallying fortunes are boiling. Few corners of the city afford respite from the cacophony of construction work casting up new office blocks and hotels with logic-defying speed. An increasing number of cars and minibuses jostle with an organic mass of state-of-the-art Honda SUVs, choking the tree-lined streets and boulevards. Amid this melee, the local people go about their daily life: smartly dressed schoolkids wander past streetside baguette-sellers; women shoppers ride motorbikes clad in gangster-style bandanas to protect their skin from the sun and dust; while teenagers in designer jeans chirrup into mobile phones. MSC Cruises shore excursions can be a clever option to see much of Ho Chi Minh City’s fun that derives from the simple pleasure of absorbing its flurry of activity – something best done from the seat of a cyclo or a roadside café. To blink is to miss some new and singular sight, be it a motorbike stacked high with piglets bound for the market, or a boy on a bicycle rapping out a staccato tattoo on pieces of bamboo to advertise noodles for sale. For some visitors, the American war is their primary frame of reference and such historical hot spots as the Reunification Palace rank highly on their itineraries. In addition, ostentatious reminders of French rule abound, among them such memorable buildings as Notre Dame Cathedral and the grandiose Hotel de Ville – but even these look spanking-new when compared to gloriously musty edifices like Quan Am Pagoda and the Jade Emperor Pagoda, just a couple of the many captivating places of worship across the city. And don’t miss Ben Thanh Market, the teeming Vietnamese market par excellence, check the city’s pulse here on an early morning stroll. Ho Chi Minh City port guide Search cruises visiting Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City photo — Day 1 Mar 13, 2027 Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant port of call for MSC cruise liners on MSC Grand Voyages cruise itineraries. It’s a fury of sights and sounds, and the crucible in which Vietnam’s rallying fortunes are boiling. Few corners of the city afford respite from the cacophony of construction work casting up new office blocks and hotels with logic-defying speed. An increasing number of cars and minibuses jostle with an organic mass of state-of-the-art Honda SUVs, choking the tree-lined streets and boulevards. Amid this melee, the local people go about their daily life: smartly dressed schoolkids wander past streetside baguette-sellers; women shoppers ride motorbikes clad in gangster-style bandanas to protect their skin from the sun and dust; while teenagers in designer jeans chirrup into mobile phones. MSC Cruises shore excursions can be a clever option to see much of Ho Chi Minh City’s fun that derives from the simple pleasure of absorbing its flurry of activity – something best done from the seat of a cyclo or a roadside café. To blink is to miss some new and singular sight, be it a motorbike stacked high with piglets bound for the market, or a boy on a bicycle rapping out a staccato tattoo on pieces of bamboo to advertise noodles for sale. For some visitors, the American war is their primary frame of reference and such historical hot spots as the Reunification Palace rank highly on their itineraries. In addition, ostentatious reminders of French rule abound, among them such memorable buildings as Notre Dame Cathedral and the grandiose Hotel de Ville – but even these look spanking-new when compared to gloriously musty edifices like Quan Am Pagoda and the Jade Emperor Pagoda, just a couple of the many captivating places of worship across the city. And don’t miss Ben Thanh Market, the teeming Vietnamese market par excellence, check the city’s pulse here on an early morning stroll. Ho Chi Minh City port guide Search cruises visiting Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2 Mar 14, 2027 Ben Tre Bến Tre is the capital city of Bến Tre Province, in the Mekong Delta area of southern Vietnam. Located 85 kilometers southwest of Ho Chi Minh City, the city covers an area of 65.75 km² and has a population of 143,639 as of 2009. Nowadays, Bến Tre is connected to the surrounding provinces by the Rạch Miễu Bridge. Ben Tre port guide Search cruises visiting Ben Tre

Ben Tre photo — Day 2 Mar 14, 2027 Ben Tre Bến Tre is the capital city of Bến Tre Province, in the Mekong Delta area of southern Vietnam. Located 85 kilometers southwest of Ho Chi Minh City, the city covers an area of 65.75 km² and has a population of 143,639 as of 2009. Nowadays, Bến Tre is connected to the surrounding provinces by the Rạch Miễu Bridge. Ben Tre port guide Search cruises visiting Ben Tre

Day 4 Mar 16, 2027 Tan Chau Tân Châu is a town of An Giang Province in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. As of 2009 the town had a population of 184,129. The town covers an area of 175.68 km². It is famous for Tân Châu silk with the famous product Lãnh Mỹ A, whose black colour comes from the Diospyros mollis's fruit. Tan Chau port guide Search cruises visiting Tan Chau

Tan Chau photo — Day 4 Mar 16, 2027 Tan Chau Tân Châu is a town of An Giang Province in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. As of 2009 the town had a population of 184,129. The town covers an area of 175.68 km². It is famous for Tân Châu silk with the famous product Lãnh Mỹ A, whose black colour comes from the Diospyros mollis's fruit. Tan Chau port guide Search cruises visiting Tan Chau

Day 5 Mar 17, 2027 Phnom Penh Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Market. Phnom Penh port guide Search cruises visiting Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh photo — Day 5 Mar 17, 2027 Phnom Penh Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Market. Phnom Penh port guide Search cruises visiting Phnom Penh

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 78-day span: $4,191 · range $4,191–$4,662

Current prices

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Oceanview

from $4,191

$598 / night

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Emerald Stateroom

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from $4,191

$598 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Emerald Stateroom

Cabin grade

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from $4,191

$598 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Emerald Stateroom

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from $8,490

$1,212 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony

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Suite

from $4,662

$666 / night

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Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

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from $4,662

$666 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

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from $4,662

$666 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

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from $5,065

$723 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

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from $5,065

$723 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Panorama Balcony Suite

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from $5,574

$796 / night

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Panorama Balcony Suite

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from $5,574

$796 / night

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Emerald Grand Balcony Suite

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from $5,768

$824 / night

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Emerald Grand Balcony Suite

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from $5,768

$824 / night

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Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

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from $9,480

$1,354 / night

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Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

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from $10,330

$1,475 / night

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Panorama Balcony Suite

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from $11,400

$1,628 / night

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Emerald Grand Balcony Suite

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from $11,810

$1,687 / night

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Prices verified Jun 19, 2026

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Cabin grades

Oceanview

Lowest Oceanview $4,191 D Emerald Stateroom $4,191

Suite

Lowest Suite $4,662 A Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite $5,065 AP Panorama Balcony Suite $5,574 B Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite $4,662 S Emerald Grand Balcony Suite $5,768 SA Owner's One-bedroom Suite

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Name	Supplier code	Type
Emerald Stateroom	D	Oceanview
Emerald Stateroom	E	Oceanview
Emerald Stateroom	ES	Oceanview
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	A	Suite
Balcony Suite	AB	Suite
Panorama Balcony Suite	AP	Suite
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	B	Suite
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	C	Suite
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	P	Suite
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	R	Suite
Emerald Grand Balcony Suite	S	Suite
Owner's One-bedroom Suite	SA	Suite
Terrace Suite	T	Suite
Yacht Suite	Y	Suite

Ship

Your ship Emerald Nova 4★ **5,755** GT **182** guests Built **2015** Guiding you past some of Europe’s most beautiful stretches of countryside and through some of the continent’s most vibrant and enchanting cities; Emerald Sky ensures every minute of your holiday is exceptionally comfortable and enjoyable. From the spacious suites and staterooms to the contemporary, sophisticated public spaces, every inch of Emerald Sky has been considered. Navigating the rivers Rhine, Main, Danube and Moselle; the Emerald Star, Sky, Sun, Dawn and Destiny can guide you through some of Europe’s most magical stretches of water and help you explore many of the continent’s most arresting and enchanting cities. The five sister vessels, boasting a modest capacity of 182 guests apiece, are all blessed with a selection of wonderful amenities and features. Our brand new Emerald ‘Star Ships’, the Emerald Dawn and the Emerald Sun, have made their debut voyages and have received high marks from our guests. You’ll enjoy all the same great features, including our open air system in the balcony suites and the indoor/ outdoor pool area, that make the “Star Ships” the 2014 Cruise Critic Editors’ Pick award winners for best new river ships. No matter which river cruise you choose, all your meals on-board the ship; beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner; on-shore excursions and touring; a special selection of EmeraldPLUS experiences; all travel and transfers from selected airports; and all tipping are included in the price. It’s what we like to call ‘Exceptional Emerald Value’. Step on to an award-winning ship where the spacious Sun Deck offers panoramic views of the stunning scenery. Relax in the fresh air while enjoying a light lunch and a glass of wine al-fresco on The Terrace. Enjoy insightful excursions in every port at no extra cost and we take care of tipping so you don’t have to think about it. You wouldn’t expect all this from a river cruise, but on an Emerald Waterways river cruise, you can look forward to it. Emerald Nova ship guide Search cruises on Emerald Nova

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