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Life On The Water

Bays & Rivers

Overnight cruises among limestone islands, slow boats on the Mekong and floating markets at dawn. Some of the region's best moments happen on the water.

  • Itineraries26 private trips
  • Trip length2 to 24 days
  • Destinations4 countries
  • PaceRelaxed
  • Best forAll travellers
Private Bays & Rivers Itineraries

Tours Made For You

Journeys with time on bays, rivers and lakes, from a night in Lan Ha Bay to slow days on the Mekong.

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Phang Nga Bay, Thailand
Phang Nga Bay, Thailand
Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang, Laos
Inle Lake, Myanmar
Inle Lake, Myanmar
Irrawaddy, Mandalay
Irrawaddy, Mandalay
Why Travel This Way

Bays & Rivers, The Orient Charm Way

  1. 01
    Quieter waters

    We favour calmer bays and routes where possible, away from the busiest boats.

  2. 02
    Sunrise on deck

    Overnight cruises mean dawn on the water before day visitors arrive.

  3. 03
    River life

    Floating markets, stilt villages and riverside towns up close.

  4. 04
    Chosen boats

    Cruises and boat partners selected for comfort and good service.

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Signature Experiences

Moments You Will Remember

Ninh Binh
Ninh BinhRowing boats through karst and rice fields.
The Mekong By Slow Boat
The Mekong By Slow BoatTwo days between jungle-covered hills in Laos.
Mekong Delta Markets
Mekong Delta MarketsFloating markets at dawn in southern Vietnam.
Tonle Sap
Tonle SapFloating villages on Cambodia's great lake.
4000 Islands
4000 IslandsHammocks and river sunsets in southern Laos.
Inle Lake
Inle LakeLeg-rowing fishermen at sunrise.
Mekong Sunsets
Mekong SunsetsFishermen casting nets near Don Khone.
Floating Markets
Floating MarketsBoats full of fruit near Bangkok.
Kampot River
Kampot RiverWooden boats under Bokor mountain.
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Good To Know

Bays & Rivers Questions

Quick answers from our local team. Anything else, just ask your travel specialist.

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Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay?

Both are beautiful. Lan Ha Bay is usually quieter, which is why several of our trips cruise there. Your specialist can explain the options.

Will I get seasick?

Bays and rivers are generally calm, though weather can change. Cruises may be adjusted for safety if conditions are poor.

Can I add a cruise to another trip?

Yes. A one or two night cruise fits easily into most Vietnam itineraries, and Mekong boat days fit Laos and Cambodia trips.

Can I change the itinerary?

Of course. Every itinerary is a starting point and can be reshaped around you.

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