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Bonsai Dinner Cruise

Experience the vibrant city of Ho Chi Minh when you join the Bonsai dinner cruise for a memorable, two-hour dinner cruise on Saigon River. This Saigon dinner cruise is a Vietnamese dining experience with a difference and the perfect way to soak up the activity along the Saigon River while enjoying sensational gastronomic moments on one of the most authentic vessels on the Saigon river.

The Bonsai Dinner Cruises include fully staffed and entertained dragon boat. Welcome cocktail or mocktail, canapés and buffet dinner with live cooking stations , dessert and fruit corner, 6-member house-orchestra with live traditional and Western music accompanied with the Philippine vocalist on the main deck, 2 member Philippine band to cheer you up at the upper deck, traditional dance performances, master of ceremony.

Timing 1: Boarding: 6.45PM – 7.15 PM ; Cruising: 7.15pm – 9.15pm Timing 2: Boarding: 7.30PM – 8.00 PM ; Cruising: 8.00pm – 10.00pm

Bonsai Dinner Cruise price: Euro-Asian Buffet

• Adult 860,000 VND net/head Teens u-12: 430,000 VND net/head Kids u-6: free
• Inclusions: Complimentary welcome drink, canapés and buffet dinner.

We would like to book for 100 pax for dinner. ( participants: local and foreigner university lecturers). any special promo price for dinner on 12/dec/2023. Thanks

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Dinner on Bonsai Cruise Saigon River

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Departure Time: Cruise departs 7.30 pm. Please be at the dock by 7.00 pm Duration: 2 hours dinner and cruising on Saigon River.

Buffet dinner on Bonsai Cruise, Saigon River

18.30-19.00 Welcome you aboard the Bonsai Cruise and the captain to introduce you to the specialties, both European and Asian cuisine, which have made this Ho Chi Minh City dinner cruise a must-do culinary experience while in Vietnam. On board, you would be able to relax on the upper deck and enjoy the panoramic view of the city lights on or  live traditional and Western music  accompanied with the Philippine vocalist on the main deck to cheer you up, traditional dance performances.. while cruising along the Saigon River.

For buffet dinner, you can select from a range of traditional dishes, including rice flower pancakes, shrimp paste on sugar can, lotus salad or pork pineapple skewers made on the BBG grill and many other European food. A delicious dessert will end this unforgettable evening on the waterways, before getting back to the dock after saying goodbye to your hospitable hosts of Bonsai Cruise. A truly memorable evening.

Buffet Dinner on Bonsai Cruise tour

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• Welcome cocktail, mocktail and canapés
• 2-hour scenic cruise along the Saigon River
• Euro and asian buffet dinner
• Live entertainment

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• Beverages, tips and personal expenses

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Bonsai Legacy Dinner Cruise on Saigon River

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Ho Chi Minh City’s romantic lights. The river’s gentle breeze caressing your skin. Relaxing and unique music. Comfort and luxury atmosphere. Peace far away the metropolis’s bustle. A delicious dinner. To be in company of a loved one. There are many ways to define this tour, but the only manner to understand it is checking it out yourself. Join us for dinner aboard the Bonsai Legacy Cruise to live an unforgettable night sailing along the Saigon River and admiring the beautiful Ho Chi Minh City at night. 

06:15pm – 06:30pm:  Our driver will pick you up at your hotel  (centre of dist 1) , then transfer to have dinner on Bonsai cruise.

06:45pm:  Boarding on the Bonsai Cruise.

07.15pm:   Starting journey dinner on the Bonsai Cruise. Enter the replica of the emperors’ dragon boat  “Bonsai I”  for a magnificent and memorable dining and entertainment spectacle on  the Saigon River . All star delicacies of  European  and  Asian Buffet  will be delighted in your choice by our executive chefs and show-cooks at the best. You will be accompanied by a magical sound-journey performed from our one and only in-house orchestra  “Hoa Mai”  or Philippine band for upper deck — chill out and get surprised.

09:15pm :  Bonsai Cruise will come back Boat Station, and then Driver transfers you to your Hotel. Finish Trip   Bonsai Dinner Cruise on Saigon River.

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• 06:15pm – 06:30pm: Our driver will pick you up at your hotel (centre of dist 1) , then transfer to have dinner on Bonsai cruise .
• 06:45pm: Boarding on the Bonsai Cruise .
• 07.15pm: Starting journey dinner on the Bonsai Cruise . Enter the replica of the emperors’ dragon boat “Bonsai I” for a magnificent and memorable dining and entertainment spectacle on the Saigon River . All star delicacies of European and Asian Buffet will be delighted in your choice by our executive chefs and show-cooks at the best. You will be accompanied by a magical sound-journey performed from our one and only in-house orchestra “Hoa Mai” or Philippine band for upper deck — chill out and get surprised.
• 09:15pm : Bonsai Cruise will come back Boat Station, and then Driver transfers you to your Hotel. Finish Trip Bonsai Dinner Cruise on Saigon River .
• If you have 1 person, kindly choose tour price at “1 pax” part
• If you have from 2 to 4 people, kindly choose tour price at “2-4 pax” part
• If you have from 5 to 7 people, kindly choose tour price at “5-7 pax” part
• If you have from up 8 people, kindly choose tour price at “8-up” part

• 1 Welcome Drink
• ‘East meets West’ buffet dinner presented on interactive stations
• Live bands & singers
• 2 hours river cruise on the Saigon River
• Private Car/van.
• Joining Cruise
• Complimentary welcome drink.
• 1 soft drink or water or canned juice.
• Buffet dinner
• Drinks, VAT
• Personal expenses.

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• Unique dinner cruise
• Indochinese modern dining experience
• Live music band & show whie cruising

Embark the Bonsai cruise for a truly immersive experience on the Saigon river!

In the early evening, Around 07.00 pm, embark on the Bonsai Cruise at Bach Dang wharf for dinner on the river. Your meal will be served as the boat sails along the Saigon River, from where you can enjoy a pleasant panoramic view of the city at dusk. Saigon has the most beautiful sunsets, varying from an overlay of hot pink and soft purple to a gradation of oranges or even total blue eclipses when the weather is chilly.

Dinner will be served by this enchanting view, accompanied by a live music band for an authentic river cruise experience. Enjoy the concert and show as the Bonsai is peacefully voguing through Saigon’s main highlights.

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In the North (Tonkin or Bắc Bộ), with Hanoi and Hai phong as main cities In the Center (Annam or Trung Bộ), with Hué and Danang (former Tourane) as its main cities; In the South (Cochinchina or Nam Bộ) with Hô Chi Minh City (former Saigon) and Can Tho as its main cities

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Bonsai Cruise: A Classic Saigon River Experience Revitalized

One of the most iconic ways to experience Ho Chi Minh City and other parts of Vietnam is often times by boat. Here in Ho Chi Minh City, we set sail with the team behind Bonsai Cruise . Setback last year by a damaging accident to its flagship, the company has revitalized the experience by offering a new Indochine experience with a twist. The boat itself is a three-level masterpiece, designed and built with local expertise and materials. It boasts a terrace and unobstructed views of the river and skyline.

We met with one of their team members, Joshua Lee , to learn about his perspective of the future of Vietnam’s development along the Saigon river, and what’s next for the emerging Vietnam travel brand.

How did you find your way to Vietnam?

The audio, visual and events industry was going stale back in Malaysia and Singapore ten years ago. I was given the opportunity to relocate and develop the industry in either Cambodia, Vietnam, China or India. I ended up choosing Vietnam based on the developmental potential that the country has, and the room for me to achieve personal milestones.

What keeps you in the travel business?

That’s a tricky question to answer, since I never had any intention of being in the travel industry at all. The whole of my career was centered around the audio and visual industry, and helping out at Bonsai was an unexpected turn of events that led me to where I am right now. I guess it boils down to the roots of my most valued skill set; communications. Being able to speak more than six languages and blending in with different crowds helps a lot, so changing jobs on the fly is easy.

What’s the future of the Saigon river?

Things are changing fast on the Saigon river. It used to be so different when I first came to Ho Chi Minh City nine years back. There have been clean ups, upgrades to the river banks, mini parks, significant development and more river transport is now being used. These things will push the Saigon river forward to become prime property. It’s only a matter of time now. The skyline along the river will definitely change again within the next few years as more properties sprout up, pushing away remnants of the old, the Indochina era.

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Why are boat cruises so popular in Ho Chi Minh City?

For tourists and business visitors alike it is a must do and see attraction. Ho Chi Minh City pulses with life and brings the best of food and entertainment to Vietnam. The river cruises feature the full glory, as the boat basks in the city’s neon glow while cruising down the river.

Bonsai further strengthens this by recreating classic Indochine with a twist. It is a story that you have to experience.

Who’s the team behind Bonsai Cruise?

Bonsai Legacy was founded by Miss Ines Ernest, who has years of valuable experience in the hospitality and tourism industry, both locally and overseas. Mr. Thomas Peters is an avid sailor with a rich history of building and managing cruises in Vietnam, and Miss Aline Ho, is the designer who has already worked with a few other cruise boats in Halong Bay.

Who are the people going on cruises in Ho Chi Minh City?

Bonsai’s customers are mainly multinational corporate companies, study groups to Vietnam and people visiting for incentive trips, conferences and trade events (MICE) from ASEAN countries. Lately, we have seen an increase for other private functions such as birthdays, weddings and even product launches.

What is the future of the Vietnam travel brand? What can brand owners in Vietnam do to help boost the brand and image?

The technology boom is creating a more connected world. Travelers can easily have information at their fingertips, even before they set foot in Vietnam. Aside from that, social media channels play an important role as they describe a brand from a social point of view, contradicting traditional marketing and branding methods.

Brand owners that are late to jump onto this bandwagon, might find it difficult to catch up as it develops further. Consumers nowadays often make their choices after extensive research, or based on something that they can relate to, thus the rise of food and travel bloggers, and of course social media channels.

What are some features of the Vietnam travel brand that make it distinctive from other Asian countries? In other words, why do people choose to travel to Vietnam over other Asian countries?

Vietnam is developing fast, yet the culture, history and natural landscapes are still preserved in many ways. The culture and history creates an interesting trailer that shouts beauty, intrigue and exploration that calls out to would be travellers. The landscape and culture changes as visitors travel from the north to southern Vietnam.

Modern facilities and transportation are also well connected, with both the airports in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City directly connected to major destinations.

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by Sharyn + · Published May 5, 2017 · Updated May 9, 2017

Bonsai is Back!!!

Picture courtesy of Bonsai River Cruises

It’s my great pleasure to announce that as of April 2017, Bonsai Dinner Cruises has a brand new boat, “The Bonsai Legacy,” and is re-open for business. I often get queries from my readers about which night cruise they should go on and it’s been frustrating in Bonsai’s absence because they really are the best. So I stoked that they’ve come back bigger and better after their very unlucky accident two years ago.

(For those that don’t know, a Japanese cruise liner broke its mooring and smashed into the original Bonsai and it’s sister boat Artisan Cruises while they were docked. The freak accident put them both out of business for over two years, through absolutely no fault of their own.)

Launch Offer: Mention the code   HCMCH – Bonsai and get a 5% discount on your ticket price. You can make a booking by emailing  [email protected] .

Photo Courtesy of Bonsai River Cruises

Take a look at my original blog post below. So far I’ve only been on the new Bonsai Legacy as part of their recent press launch, but the details and experience remain the same, except everything has shifted up a notch in terms of overall value. I’ll be heading out for the whole Saigon River Cruise experience in the next month or so so I can get some up to date pics and update the info on the post.

From what I’ve seen, you’ll be impressed by the attention to detail and exemplary service from the moment you board their gorgeous new dragon boat. It’s hard to believe, but this boat is even more beautiful that their previous one, and as the Saigon skyline evolves, the views get better in turn. From the hand carved details, to the innovative buffet setting, excellent wine list, and different entertainment options, everything is perfect for a romantic dinner for two or a sophisticated night out with friends. This daily dinner cruise is truly a ‘one of a kind’ in Vietnam.

One of the highlights of your dining experience will be the open kitchen and interactive dining stations where guests can circle and mingle around them, instead of forming one long line. The Bonsai team is dedicated to using only the freshest, locally sourced organic produce and ingredients. The creative force behind their new menu is Steven Long – runner up of Top Chef Vietnam in 2014, so you know the food will be excellent.

If you get there before me then let me know what your experience was like in the comments below.

Original Post:

You can see it; you just don’t seem to be able to get there. That was my first thought as the taxi driver turned in the opposite direction as we neared the wharf where we would board the Bonsai for our Saigon River cruise. Don’t worry, it’s not a taxi scam. If you’ve followed my tips  here  on  scam free taxi rides  in Saigon, you’ll be in a Vinasun or Mai Linh, and the driver knows exactly where he’s going. The problem is they can’t turn left across the traffic and have to go back around and under the bridge you just came across to access the right street. Even with the detour, a trip from downtown District 1 won’t cost you any more than 30 000 VND ($1.50). It’s about 50 000 VND ($2.50) from the backpacker end of town. If you don’t want to take a taxi, it’s about a 20-minute walk from the centre of the city. Make your way down to Ton Duc Thang (the road along the river) and cross to the water side. Turn right and head for the bridge leading to District 4. You should be able to see the hulking Chinese junk, “Elisa” on the river. That’s your destination. Be careful crossing the road to reach the river side of the bridge. Walk across, and you will see the wharf area just up past the Ho Chi Minh Museum on your left.

Stunning by night – Bonsai (The Old Bonsai)

If you arrive early there are a couple of places at the wharf where you could sit and have a drink while you wait. Our first glimpse of “Bonsai” was impressive. She’s a beautifully restored Chinese Dragon Boat and was lit up like a Christmas tree which really brought out her finer points. She’s totally dwarfed by the neighbouring hulk, Elisa, but is eminently more beautiful. And… She can move, which is one of the main reasons why we were going. The Saigon skyline is evolving rapidly, and it was high time we checked it out. As we boarded the boat up the gangplank, we were greeted by an elegant hostess in traditional Ao Dai, who ushered us to our table. All the tables have great positions and are close to an open plan kitchen, not far from the stage area, and with unhindered access to river views. We were presented with a choice of complimentary pre-dinner drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic.) and a plate of canapes.  Traditional (but tasteful) music played in the background.

Against the city nightlights

Tim wandered about, taking pictures of the boat while I surveyed the other passengers. They certainly were an international mix. There were quite a few tables of Asian Tourists, Europeans, Middle Eastern and Australians of all ages, including a couple of children. Cruising obviously has broad appeal to visitors, and we seemed fully booked. The boat cast off right on time and no sooner had we cast off than the performance began. The initial welcome announcement was made in Vietnamese, English, Chinese, Spanish and Japanese from what I could make out. These guys were obviously well practiced in playing to an international audience. You are not allowed to film the performance so I can’t show you any of it.  But take my word for it. The show was extremely professional, quite eclectic and very beautiful. This was especially true of the traditional dancing. There is something so very elegant about a beautiful Vietnamese girl in a traditional Ao Dai. I think it’s one of the most iconic national costumes in the world. During the evening, the dance routines were interspersed with the dulcet tones of three local performers crooning everything from George Michael to Tina Turner. More on that later.

Inside the Bonsai..

Because the boat has open sides, even the slow pace we were traveling at was enough to create a pleasant breeze, accentuated with fans, discreetly placed above the tables. We had great weather, but I don’t think the boat would do much rocking, even in the wildest weather. That’s a good thing if you’re prone to seasickness as I am. The first part of the cruise isn’t that spectacular as you sail past the port area, but I barely noticed as I was focused on the performers. As the boat turns around and heads for the city, you begin to appreciate what Saigon by night has to offer. It’s definitely no Hong Kong, but the Skyline is evolving. The changes since we were here in 2012 are very noticeable. I wonder what it will look like in 5 to 10 years. A former Queensland Premier, Jo Bjelke-Peterson, used to gauge economic growth via his “crane-ometer”. That is, the number of cranes on the skyline. Using that measure, Ho Chi Minh City is doing just fine, thank you very much.

Busy Chefs, cooking right in front of you.

Bitexco Financial Tower hovers above everything else, but some of the other buildings muscle in on the action with spectacular light displays. As you cruise along the esplanade, old colonial favourites like The Majestic, vie for pride of place in your viewfinder. Another sign of the times is the massive display of LCD advertising billboards, right on the edge of District 2 (facing the central part of District 1). The tower blocks of ritzy District 2 hover in the background. There’s not a whole lot of development between the two at the moment, but I’m pretty sure, judging by the rest of the city that’s not going to last too much longer.

Bitexco Tower might be the tallest but it has competition for showing off

INSIDER TIP : Not long after you pass by the other neon-lit River Boats berthed at the wharf on your left in District one, take a trip to the loo and peak through the window. I think it was one of the best views of the night with the porthole framing the lights. OK…Since it’s a dinner cruise, I’d better report in on the food. In short…YUM! Something for everyone. There are the usual Vietnamese favourites, Pho, Banh Xeo, spring rolls, etc., but there’s also a large range of international cuisine. Delicious satay, German (or maybe Austrian) sausage, sushi and a wide variety of salads. INSIDER TIP . Leave room for dessert. Along with the fruit salad, mini pastries and various cream custards, there’s the most divine strudel served with sweetened cream.

Leave room for dessert!

Now, back to the performance. I didn’t realize at first, but there was a magician wandering the crowd wowing them with his sleight of hand. He was getting a rousing reception from the group of lads up the front. The dance troupe went through various incarnations. One moment they were performing traditional stick jumping that invited group participation (watch your ankles!). The next, they were belly dancing to Shakira (all right lads, eyeballs back in and tongues off the floor please!). They even whipped up quite a bit of shimmy to some funky African beats…. And yes, there’s always one dude in the crowd who wants to be the centre of attention! He was very enthusiastic but thankfully harmless, and the rest of the crowd loved him. The band varied between traditional instruments such as xylophone made of rocks (Vietnamese Fred Flintstone!); to rockin’ out with some classic like America’s “Horse with no Name” and Boney M’s, “Rivers of Babylon”…That last one got the boys up the front going!

The old and the new. Bitexco Tower hovers above the historic Majestic

Where:   Bonsai Cruise  is docked daily at Saigon Port, 05 Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, District 4. Secured car and Motorbike parking is available next to the docking spot.

When:  Every day. Boarding at 6.45pm, Sail at 7.15pm

How much : 45 USD/Person (includes 5% service charge). Drinks on board are extra. Settle the bill in cash prior to disembarking.

Launch Offer: Mention the code  HCMCH – Bonsai and get a 5% discount on your ticket price.

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Asia River Cruises

Experience Asia’s waterways with Viking, perhaps sailing the scenic Mekong River or admiring Tokyo’s dazzling skyline situated between Mt. Fuji and the Pacific coast. From Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City and Hong Kong to Bangkok, intriguing cultures and unforgettable beauty await.

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Highlights of Asia River Cruises

Viking reveals the best of the Far East and Southeast Asia, painting a canvas with brushstrokes of lush jungle, fishing villages and modern cities. Experience India’s temples, Jakarta’s street cuisine and ports such as Tokyo and Shanghai. Here are a few highlights you will enjoy:

• Hanoi’s Old Quarter by electric car
• Shanghai’s blend of colonial & futuristic architecture
• Traditional Vietnamese farming methods
• Glamorous Taj Mahal Palace hotel
• Singapore’s plentiful green parks
• Siem Reap’s spectacular temple of Angkor Wat
• Flavorful cuisine in Thailand’s capital, Bangkok
• Tranquility of the Edo period at Hiroshima Castle
• French colonial flavor of Hanoi & Ho Chi Minh City
• The Mekong Delta, Vietnam’s breadbasket

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2024-2027 RIVER CRUISE AND AIR FARES:  Offer applies to bookings made from September 1-30, 2024. Terms & conditions for select promotions may vary. $25 deposit is applicable to all River itineraries. Special fares plus up to FREE International airfare valid on select departures of Grand European Tour, Lyon Provence & the Rhineland, European Sojourn and Capitals of Eastern Europe, Paris to the Swiss Alps, Cities of Light, London, Paris & D-Day, Rhine & Main Explorer . Airfares may vary on other gateways & departures. Airfare does not have to be purchased to get cruise\cruisetour offer. All prices are in US dollars and for US residents only. Additional restrictions may apply. 2024 : Pay in full by September 30, 2024 or at time of booking if within 120 days of departure. 2025 : Pay in full by October 31, 2024. 2026 : Pay in full by April 30, 2025. 2027 : Pay in full by January 15, 2026. Offers expires September 30, 2024.

$25 DEPOSIT:  For itineraries 35 days or less, a $25 deposit applies to February 2025 & onward departures; for itineraries greater than 35 days, a $25 deposit applies to April 2025 & onward departures; World Cruise products excluded; call for details.

AIR UPGRADE:  Upgrade to Premium Economy air from $799 per person or Business Class air from $3,499 per person based on select gateways and dates. Additional airline-imposed baggage charges may apply; for more information visit  Airline Luggage Restrictions  . Air prices are per person based on cruise/cruisetour check-in date and include transfers plus all government taxes/fees of approximately $160 and air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received. For more information about customized air services and US gateways, visit the Viking Air Plus page.

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS:  Cruise fares listed are cruise only in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement savings are off applicable rates. Cruise fares listed are valid for U.S. residents only. All fares and offers are for new bookings only and are subject to availability, may not combinable with other offers except Viking Explorer Society Travel Credits and Viking Referral Rewards, are capacity-controlled and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Special fares are based upon published full brochure fares; cruise fares do not include pre-paid charges, optional facilities, and personal charges, as defined in the terms and conditions of the  Passenger Ticket Contract  which may be viewed elsewhere on this website. Full brochure fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all stateroom categories and may not have been in effect during the last 90 days. Promotional fares may remain in effect after the expiration date. Air promotion applies to roundtrip flights only from select Viking Cruises U.S. gateways and includes airport-to-ship or hotel transfers, air taxes and air fuel surcharges. Roundtrip airport transfers are included when air is purchased with a cruise or cruisetour package; if air is not purchased from Viking, transfers may be purchased separately. All transfers must be in conjunction with a Viking-purchased cruise, cruisetour, land extension or extra hotel nights. Viking reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares at any time. For up-to-date prices, please call Viking or your Travel Agent. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Complete terms and conditions may be found in the  Passenger Ticket Contract .

AIR OFFER RESTRICTIONS:  Offer expires September 30, 2024.

NOTE: U.S. flights depart one day prior to check-in date. Paid Business or Premium Economy Class may require travel in economy on flights within North America or Europe. Premium economy is limited to specific airlines and we may not be able to accommodate based on aircraft type and availability. Roundtrip airport transfers are included when air is purchased with a cruise or cruisetour package; if air is not purchased from Viking, transfers may be purchased separately. All transfers must be in conjunction with a Viking-purchased cruise, cruisetour, land extension or extra hotel nights. Air prices are per person based on cruise/cruisetour check-in date and include transfers plus all government taxes/fees of approximately $160 and air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received.

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Asia Cruises

Experience Asia’s waterways with Viking, perhaps sailing the scenic Mekong River or admiring Tokyo’s dazzling skyline situated between Mt. Fuji and the Pacific coast. From Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City and Hong Kong to Bangkok, intriguing cultures and unforgettable beauty await.

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Highlights of asia cruises.

Viking reveals the best of the Far East and Southeast Asia, painting a canvas with brushstrokes of lush jungle, fishing villages and modern cities. Experience India’s temples, Jakarta’s street cuisine and ports such as Tokyo and Shanghai. Here are a few highlights you will enjoy:

• Hanoi’s Old Quarter by electric car
• Shanghai’s blend of colonial & futuristic architecture
• Traditional Vietnamese farming methods
• Glamorous Taj Mahal Palace hotel
• Singapore’s plentiful green parks
• Siem Reap’s spectacular temple of Angkor Wat
• Flavorful cuisine in Thailand’s capital, Bangkok
• Tranquility of the Edo period at Hiroshima Castle
• French colonial flavor of Hanoi & Ho Chi Minh City
• The Mekong Delta, Vietnam’s breadbasket

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Viking River Cruises

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Viking Ocean Cruises

• Scandinavia
• British Isles & Ireland
• North America
• Caribbean & Central America
• South America
• Mediterranean
• Quiet Season Mediterranean
• Australia & New Zealand
• World Cruises
• Grand Journeys

Viking Expeditions

• Great Lakes
• Longitudinal World Cruises

2024-2026 OCEAN CRUISE AND AIR FARES:  Offer applies to bookings made from September 1-30, 2024. Terms & conditions for select promotions may vary. $25 deposit is applicable to all itineraries except World Cruise products. Special fares plus up to FREE roundtrip airfare valid on select departures of Canada & New England Scenic Shores; Eastern Seaboard Discovery; Grand Hawaii & Polynesia; Hawaiian Islands Sojourn; Panama Canal & Central America; Panama Canal & the Pacific Coast . Airfares may vary on other gateways & departures. Airfare does not have to be purchased to get cruise\cruisetour offer. All prices are in US dollars and for US residents only. Additional restrictions may apply. 2024 : Pay in full by September 30, 2024 or at time of booking if within 120 days of departure. 2025 : Pay in full by October 31, 2024. 2026 : Pay in full by April 30, 2025. Offer may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Offers Expires September 30, 2024.

*$25 DEPOSIT:  For itineraries 35 days or less, a $25 deposit applies to February 2025 & onward departures; for itineraries greater than 35 days, a $25 deposit applies to April 2025 & onward departures; World Cruise products excluded; call for details.

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS:  Cruise fares listed are cruise only in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement savings are off applicable rates. Cruise fares listed are valid for U.S. residents only. All fares and offers are for new bookings only and are subject to availability, may not combinable with other offers except Viking Explorer Society Travel Credits and Viking Referral Rewards, are capacity-controlled and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Special fares are based upon published full brochure fares; cruise fares do not include pre-paid charges, optional facilities, and personal charges, as defined in the terms and conditions of the  Passenger Ticket Contract  which may be viewed elsewhere on this website. Full brochure fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all stateroom categories and may not have been in effect during the last 90 days. Promotional fares may remain in effect after the expiration date. Air promotion applies to roundtrip flights only from select Viking Cruises U.S. gateways and includes airport-to-ship or hotel transfers, air taxes and air fuel surcharges. Roundtrip airport transfers are included when air is purchased with a cruise or cruisetour package; if air is not purchased from Viking, transfers may be purchased separately. All transfers must be in conjunction with a Viking-purchased cruise, cruisetour, land extension or extra hotel nights. Viking reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares at any time. For up-to-date prices, please call Viking or your Travel Agent. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Complete terms and conditions may be found in the  Passenger Ticket Contract .

AIR UPGRADE:  Upgrade to Premium Economy air from $999 per person or Business Class air from $3,499 per person based on select gateways and dates. Premium upgrades may not be available on all departures. Additional airline-imposed baggage charges may apply; for more information visit  Airline Luggage Restrictions  . Air prices are per person based on cruise/cruisetour check-in date and include transfers plus all government taxes/fees of approximately $160 and air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received. For more information about customized air services and US gateways, visit the  Viking Air Plus

NOTE:  International flights depart the U.S. one day prior to check-in date. Paid Business or Premium Economy Class may require travel in economy on flights within North America or Europe. Premium economy is limited to specific airlines and we may not be able to accommodate based on aircraft type and availability. Roundtrip airport transfers are included when air is purchased with a cruise or cruisetour package; if air is not purchased from Viking, transfers may be purchased separately. All transfers must be in conjunction with a Viking-purchased cruise, cruisetour, land extension or extra hotel nights.

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• 9 Guided Tours
• 3 Countries
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*All prices are per person based on double occupancy and reflect our Special Cruise Fare. Strikeout fares reflect our Standard Cruise Fare.

*All prices are per person based on double occupancy and reflect our Special Cruise Fare.

DEPARTURE GATEWAYS

Air fare offer applies to select gateways; air fare offer may vary across gateways and itineraries; call for details.

Atlanta, Boston, Miami, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Washington D.C. Many additional gateways available, air fares may vary; call for details.

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Viking Inclusive Value

More features, services and excursions included.

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call

Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)

Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner

24-hour specialty coffees, teas  & bottled water

Port taxes & fees

Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase

Visits to UNESCO Sites

Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances

Your Stateroom Includes:

River-view stateroom

Bottled water replenished daily

110/220 volt outlets

Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows

Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror

Premium Freyja® toiletries

Plush robes & slippers (upon request)

40" or 42" flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more

Telephone, safe, refrigerator

Individual climate control

*All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.

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Booking Terms & Conditions

2024-2027 RIVER CRUISE AND AIR FARES:  Offer applies to bookings made from September 1-30, 2024. Terms & conditions for select promotions may vary. $25 deposit is applicable to all River itineraries. Special fares plus up to FREE International airfare valid on select departures of Grand European Tour, Lyon Provence & the Rhineland, European Sojourn and Capitals of Eastern Europe, Paris to the Swiss Alps, Cities of Light, London, Paris & D-Day, Rhine & Main Explorer . Airfares may vary on other gateways & departures. Airfare does not have to be purchased to get cruise\cruisetour offer. All prices are in US dollars and for US residents only. Additional restrictions may apply. 2024 : Pay in full by September 30, 2024 or at time of booking if within 120 days of departure. 2025 : Pay in full by October 31, 2024. 2026 : Pay in full by April 30, 2025. 2027 : Pay in full by January 15, 2026. Offers expires September 30, 2024.

$25 DEPOSIT:  For itineraries 35 days or less, a $25 deposit applies to February 2025 & onward departures; for itineraries greater than 35 days, a $25 deposit applies to April 2025 & onward departures; World Cruise products excluded; call for details.

AIR UPGRADE:  Upgrade to Premium Economy air from $799 per person or Business Class air from $3,499 per person based on select gateways and dates. Additional airline-imposed baggage charges may apply; for more information visit  Airline Luggage Restrictions  . Air prices are per person based on cruise/cruisetour check-in date and include transfers plus all government taxes/fees of approximately $160 and air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received. For more information about customized air services and US gateways, visit the Viking Air Plus page.

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS:  Cruise fares listed are cruise only in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement savings are off applicable rates. Cruise fares listed are valid for U.S. residents only. All fares and offers are for new bookings only and are subject to availability, may not combinable with other offers except Viking Explorer Society Travel Credits and Viking Referral Rewards, are capacity-controlled and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Special fares are based upon published full brochure fares; cruise fares do not include pre-paid charges, optional facilities, and personal charges, as defined in the terms and conditions of the  Passenger Ticket Contract  which may be viewed elsewhere on this website. Full brochure fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all stateroom categories and may not have been in effect during the last 90 days. Promotional fares may remain in effect after the expiration date. Air promotion applies to roundtrip flights only from select Viking Cruises U.S. gateways and includes airport-to-ship or hotel transfers, air taxes and air fuel surcharges. Roundtrip airport transfers are included when air is purchased with a cruise or cruisetour package; if air is not purchased from Viking, transfers may be purchased separately. All transfers must be in conjunction with a Viking-purchased cruise, cruisetour, land extension or extra hotel nights. Viking reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares at any time. For up-to-date prices, please call Viking or your Travel Agent. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Complete terms and conditions may be found in the  Passenger Ticket Contract .

AIR OFFER RESTRICTIONS:  Offer expires September 30, 2024.

NOTE: U.S. flights depart one day prior to check-in date. Paid Business or Premium Economy Class may require travel in economy on flights within North America or Europe. Premium economy is limited to specific airlines and we may not be able to accommodate based on aircraft type and availability. Roundtrip airport transfers are included when air is purchased with a cruise or cruisetour package; if air is not purchased from Viking, transfers may be purchased separately. All transfers must be in conjunction with a Viking-purchased cruise, cruisetour, land extension or extra hotel nights. Air prices are per person based on cruise/cruisetour check-in date and include transfers plus all government taxes/fees of approximately $160 and air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received.

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Viking River Cruises

• Mississippi

Viking Ocean Cruises

• Scandinavia
• British Isles & Ireland
• North America
• Caribbean & Central America
• South America
• Mediterranean
• Quiet Season Mediterranean
• Australia & New Zealand
• World Cruises
• Grand Journeys

Viking Expeditions

• Great Lakes
• Longitudinal World Cruises