Lotus Cruises

Lotus Cruises combine the best of traditional elegance with modern comforts to rival even the most luxurious hotels while exploring the culturally rich highlights of the Mekong River. Lotus Cruises combine the best of traditional elegance with modern comforts to rival even the most luxurious hotels while exploring the culturally rich highlights of the Mekong River. Lotus Cruises combine the best of traditional elegance with modern comforts to rival even the most luxurious hotels while exploring the culturally rich highlights of the Mekong River.

Lotus Cruises have created an unforgettable travel experience that allows their guests to touch, taste and feel the spirit of Southeast Asia. Aboard their vessels, inspired by the beautiful detailing of 1930s French colonial design, their guests explore the past as they navigate through magnificent remnants of former civilisations as well as spending time with locals learning about the authentic traditions.

Luxurious suites, sumptuous feasts, amazing entertainment and deluxe amenities make their renowned boutique cruises an exotic adventure complete with luxurious comfort. Lotus Cruises creates authentic handcrafted voyages that are truly all-inclusive.

Mekong Navigator

The Mekong Navigator is an elegant boutique river ship with 34 tastefully appointed suites, an atmospheric dining room and array of spacious areas to relax including a library and internet lounge, a glorious sun deck and a fitness centre with spa. A voyage on The Mekong Navigator will immerse you in the glamour and romance of a golden era combined with modern comforts and the warmth of gracious service for which this region is so widely known. Every detail on board has been carefully selected with the sophisticated traveller in mind.

The ship embodies the grace and style of the French colonial era while incorporating modern conveniences and luxuries that rival the finest hotels in Asia. Each indulgently furnished suite provides individual climate control, flat-screen televisions with a select range of movies, spa-quality robes, slippers and bath amenities, daily housekeeping with turndown service, fine bed linens, premium mattresses, duvets and a pillow menu. Housekeeping pay meticulous attention to every detail and comfort for our guests.

Mekong Jewel

The latest addition to our boutique river ship collection is the Mekong Jewel which redefines elegance and luxury for the sophisticated traveller with 34 indulgently glamorous suites with private balcony and onboard facilities. It sets new standards in all aspects of elite river cruising including the 360-degree experience of panoramic views. The Mekong Jewel embodies the atmosphere of a luxury boutique hotel, offering all home comforts with 5-star luxury amenities and attention to every opulent detail.

The Mekong Jewel features an expansive sundeck with jet pool, Moonstone library with spirited tales of ancient Indochina, a choice of cosmopolitan dining areas with spectacular vistas along the Mekong as well as state of the art fitness centre, infrared sauna and relaxing La Vie spa and hair salon. Sunset cocktails at Emerald sky bar create a wonderful ambience as tales of the day’s discoveries are shared among guests. The carefully crafted shore itinerary by our own guide, the cultural entertainment provided on board and our all-inclusive approach assure your discovery of the Mekong Delta will be a memorable experience.

Launching Laos In October 2022

Explore the Upper Mekong River with its cities rich in French colonial influence, abundantflora and fauna and a glimpse into tribal life in rural cultures. A carefully tailored itinerary and dedicated guide ensure a deep insight into the raw beauty of Laos. With an authentic approach to luxury river travel, this elegant and spacious 14-suite boutique river ship offers romantic French colonial décor inspired by the spirited heritage of the region. Synonymous with adventure, authenticity and style, Lotus Cruises will welcome its new ship Mekong Muse in October 2022, offering exotic journeys on the Upper Mekong River through Laos.

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Savour the unrivalled all-inclusive luxury offered on board the elegant Mekong Navigator on a 7-night expedition between My Tho and Kampong Cham. With the hallmark of quality from Traveller Made, Lotus offer a level of reliability, inclusiveness, luxury and unmatched value on The Mekong, one of the most culturally rich and fascinating rivers of the world. The Mekong Navigator redefines elegance and luxury for the sophisticated traveller, graced with soft lines and rich tones of French colonial design throughout their carefully appointed spaces and indulgent 34 suites with onboard facilities that set new standards in all aspects of elite river cruising.

This fabulous offer is perfect for small groups looking to explore the region while benefitting from the incentive of the fifth suite free of charge when booking four. The land itinerary is diverse and comprehensive with highlights such as the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, the spectacular Royal Palace of Phnom Penh and the French architecture of the Opera House in Ho Chi Minh City. Lotus have created a rich and unforgettable travel experience along the mighty Mekong, navigating through some of the world’s richest history with a dedicated guide available in English, German or French, exploring vibrant floating markets by sampan contrasted by a slower pace of life along the riverbanks where herds of water buffalo idle in the green fields and villagers continue time honoured artisanship.