Dragon Eyes Cruise
The Dragon Eyes Cruise offers intimate journeys through the Mekong Delta on a traditional wooden boat, featuring two cabins for a personalized experience.
About the Dragon Eyes Cruise
The Dragon Eyes Cruise is a traditionally built wooden vessel designed to navigate the intricate network of canals throughout the Mekong Delta. Launched in 2009, this intimate boat features a shallow, slender hull, allowing it to access waterways that larger ships cannot, providing guests with a truly immersive exploration of the region.
Design and Atmosphere
With just two private cabins, the Dragon Eyes ensures an exclusive and personalized journey for a maximum of four guests, making it an ideal choice for couples, families, or small groups of friends. The vessel spans two thoughtfully arranged decks, offering around 100 square meters of space for guests to enjoy. The interiors and furnishings are crafted from tropical woods, creating a warm and inviting ambiance that reflects local artistry.
Cabin Experience
The main deck houses the two comfortable cabins, each measuring between 14 to 16 square meters. These retreats are equipped with individual air conditioning and fans, ensuring comfort. Large panoramic windows and a French balcony in each cabin provide unobstructed views of the Mekong River, allowing guests to observe the tranquil riverfront life from their private space.
Dining and Social Spaces
The upper deck serves as the social heart of the cruise, featuring a covered dining area and a small bar. Here, guests can savor freshly prepared meals while enjoying continuous scenic views. The sundeck offers an open-air space for relaxation, perfect for watching the river scenery pass by or enjoying a drink.
Voyages and Exploration
The Dragon Eyes specializes in two to three-day voyages across the Mekong Delta, connecting destinations like Cai Be and Can Tho, with options extending to Phnom Penh. These journeys are crafted for travelers seeking a deeper connection with the region's culture, landscapes, and authentic local life, offering a blend of on-board comfort and engaging land excursions.
The Dragon Eyes Cruise consistently receives excellent feedback, with an overall rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 23 customer reviews from BestPrice Travel. Guests frequently praise the exceptional quality of the food, highlighting its freshness, deliciousness, and careful preparation. The tour guides are highly regarded for their attentiveness, clear explanations, and excellent organization. Travelers appreciate the authentic and peaceful activities, the beautiful Mekong scenery, and the dedicated crew, often describing the experience as simple, intimate, and perfectly paced for river life. Cabin quality is rated at 8.5, and staff quality at 9.7, indicating high satisfaction with both accommodations and service.
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- Open-air covered dining area on the upper deck
- Small bar with a selection of beverages
- Sundeck for relaxation and scenic views
- Two private guest cabins with French balconies
- En-suite bathrooms in each cabin
- Air conditioning and fans in cabins
- Wardrobe and slippers in cabins
- Open-air covered dining area on the upper deck
- Small bar with a selection of beverages
- Sundeck for relaxation and scenic views
- Two private guest cabins with French balconies
- En-suite bathrooms in each cabin
- Air conditioning and fans in cabins
- Wardrobe and slippers in cabins
Dining on the Dragon Eyes is an intimate and pleasant affair, perfectly complementing the leisurely pace of the Mekong Delta voyage. All meals are served in the covered dining area located on the upper deck, where guests can enjoy their dishes alongside continuous views of the river landscapes.
The culinary offerings include a variety of Vietnamese specialties and international selections, all freshly prepared. Ingredients are sourced seasonally from the region whenever possible, ensuring authentic flavors from southern Vietnam, while also providing familiar options for diverse tastes.
Each cabin receives complimentary bottled drinking water daily. Additional beverages, such as soft drinks, fresh juices, beers, wines, cocktails, and spirits, are available for purchase from the onboard bar, with prices listed on the bar menu.
- Participate in guided bicycle excursions through local villages and orchards
- Explore the Cai Rang Floating Market by traditional long sampan
- Journey through narrow canals on a sampan cruise
- Visit local villages and islands to experience Delta culture
- Attend traditional handicraft workshops
- Enjoy a Don Ca Tai Tu (Southern Vietnamese folk music) performance
- Learn local cuisine during a Vietnamese cooking demonstration on board
- Receive daily complimentary bottled water in your cabin
- Benefit from an English-speaking tour guide
Booking Policies
- Visa fees for Cambodia (available at the border crossing, approximately 35 USD, passport photograph required)
- All beverages not specifically mentioned as included
- Personal expenses such as laundry or souvenirs
- Any other services or activities not explicitly listed in the itinerary
- Dinner at the hotel in Chau Doc
- For cancellations made less than 30 days before the arrival date: 50% of the total rate will be charged.
- For cancellations made less than 14 days before the arrival date: 100% of the total rate will be charged.
- One child under 6 years old, sharing a cabin with two adults, travels free of charge.
- For a second child under 6 years old, a 50% rate of the adult fare will apply.
- Children aged 6 to under 12 years old, sharing a cabin with two adults, will be charged 50% of the adult rate for one child.
- If two children under 12 years old share one cabin, each child will be charged 75% of the adult price.
- A third adult utilizing an extra bed or mattress will be charged 80% of the adult price.
- Children 12 years old and above are considered adults and will be charged the full adult rate.
| Operator | Mekong Eyes |
| Cruise Line | Dragon Eyes Cruise |
| Ship Type | Standard |
| Built Year | 2009 |
| Refurbished | 0 |
| Cabins | 2 |
| Passengers | 4 |
| Home Port | Can Tho City, Vietnam |