4.8/5 Excellent
Excellent
78
Great
23
Average
0
Disappointing
0
Terrible
0
Mekong River Tour & Trip Reviews
Mekong River Tour & Trip Ratings
Tour Reviews
Sort by:
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
This is a very varied trip with a bit of everything; amazing temples, a close look at local life, harrowing reminders of recent history and some stunning s...
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
How do Exodus do it? We travelled for 28 days through Thailand, Laos,Vietnam and Cambodia. We visited their capitals and outlying rural districts. We travelled by pl...
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
An excellent trip that followed the itinerary to the tee. The trip was full of adventure, excitement, variety and culture and gave a true reflection of South East A...
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
This is an amazing holiday that surpassed all my expectations. Highlights were the food in Vietnam, the gentleness of Laos, the crazyness of Hanoi, the breathtaking ...
A
my fabulous holiday
Although there was naturally a huge amount of travelling, the timetable is very well worked out. This enables one to see as much as possible with the minimum amount ...
Mekong River Reviews
A
This is the trip for you!
Regardless of who you are and if/when/where you have travelled before, then this is the trip for you. The people, the places, the food are all unique. The experience...
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
A trip of a lifetime,with wonderful guides,superb itinery,with something for everyone. The boat trip up the Mekong in Laos was wonderful.with the visit to the local ...
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
This is a stunning introduction to Indo China, with a primary focus on Laos and Vietnam. Travel by plane, minibus, tuk-tuk, cycle rickshaw, bicycle, canoe, boa...
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
A lifelong dream holiday realised. Could not have asked for more Tubing dwn the River Song. Angkor wat at dawn All excellent With hindsight I would have inve...
A
A great Grand Tour!
Genuinely a Grand Tour, giving the opportunity not just to see some truly World-Class sights but also to have a really good introduction to the cultures and peoples ...
Top Mekong River Tours
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsSmall Group Tour
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsSmall Group Tour
4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsSmall Group Tour
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsPrivate Guided
Mekong River Reviews
A
Thai Indichina Grand Tour
Interesting and varied trip through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia. The contrast of countries, rural and urban environments was excellent. Stayed in mainly go...
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
An excellent journey which exceeded my expectations. As a newcomer to organised tours I was fearful of being herded around en masse but this seldom happened and ther...
A
A fantastic month of travel
Thanks to Mr. Tim's succinct review, I need barely add anything more! I tried cutting down the list, but give up! Suffice to say that all the local people are kind, ...
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
Lived up to all expectations.A wide variety of contrasting experiences. There were so many that one cannot select one highlight. Temples in Bangkok, delightful peopl...
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
This trip had everything you dreamed of and more , culture, amazing scenery, interaction with the locals , great food( i came back with 5kgs extra), passionate tour ...
Mekong River Reviews
A
Excellent trip
This tour is a great way to get to grips with the wonders of SE Asia, great food, magnificent rivers and mountain scenery, some great cities and a million paddy fiel...
A
Indochina Grand Tour
What a fantastic way to get a real flavour of what the great countries of Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia have to offer not forgetting a sprinkling of the flavours of T...
A
Grand Tour of Indochina
This was a 28 day tour of the whole of Indochina. The Group was 18 in total which was a little large, however it was a great group of people. I greatly enjoyed the t...
A
One great experience after another
A great introduction to Indo China, this fast moving journey around the region is a lot of fun and there's a lot to discover. As the history and culture of these fou...
A
THAI INDOCHINA GRAND TOUR
Exodus have honed this tour and it's action-packed all the way, full of variety. In our exclusive boat, we floated along the Mekong River in Laos for 2 days, stoppin...
Editor’s Take
What to Look for in Mekong River Cruise Reviews
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Altogether, travelers on Mekong River cruises are affluent, experienced, and adventurous travelers. Many expect a high standard of service coupled with getting a true cultural experience in the tours.
Positive Mekong River tours highlight the local guides and their in-depth knowledge of their countries. The various activities, such as biking, kayaking, and walking tours, play a major role in the overall experience of the tours. Angkor Wat, the killing fields, and other cultural and historical sites are the main highlights of many travelers to the Mekong River.
Unfavorable reviews may come from travelers’ expectations of comfort in travel. Many of the longer tours, or when the water is too low to travel, include buses or cars to transport travelers to the next destination.
One thing to remember is much of Southeast Asia is underdeveloped and recovering from recent conflicts. Many of the roads and overnight trains will not be in the same quality as those in many Western countries. Travelers with disabilities may find traveling in the rural areas more difficult and may be limited to certain activities.
When visiting Southeast Asia, the cities will be a flurry of people and vehicles. Travelers new to Southeast Asia may find it difficult to adjust to the modes of transport, accommodation, and foods that are uniquely Southeast Asian.
Each Mekong River tour has a preordained itinerary. Due to the water levels of the Mekong River, some scheduled stops may be skipped. Some tours include more cities than rural villages or more temples than activities. The themes of the tours are important to pay attention to because each focuses on something specific to its tour. This can be adventurous activities, city life, or rural villages. Picking the tour theme that best fits you will make your trip on the Mekong River the best it can be.
For a professional take on traveling to the Mekong River, see the Travelstride Mekong River Guide »
Top Mekong River Travel Packages
Sign in to reveal savings up to $700 per person!