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Mekong River Tour & Trip Reviews

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BoardingPass508611

Mar 2020

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I can't say enough about how fabulous our 29 day tour was!

I can't say enough about how fabulous our 29 day tour was! Annie from Exotic Voyages arranged everything for four of us as we traveled through Thailand, Laos, Vietna...

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HappyTravelsXO

Mar 2020

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Vietnam/Thailand Trip of a Lifetime

"MP helped me plan our 16 day vacation that included a seaplane, a 2 night cruise on Halong Bay, sightseeing in Hanoi and multi-city tour of Thailand with amazing gu...

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KKhalil2020

Mar 2020

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We had a dream trip

"I can’t express how professional, punctual, and patient Thu Hang (Lucy) was as she was helping me plan my surprise honeymoon for my wife. I went back and forth so m...

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Discover778008

Feb 2020

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Seniors explore Southeast Asia!

"Hands Around the World small group tours take seniors on exciting adventures. We used Exotic Voyages for our Southeast Asia tour to Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. ...

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Discover778008

Feb 2020

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Seniors explore Southeast Asia!

"Hands Around the World small group tours take seniors on exciting adventures. We used Exotic Voyages for our Southeast Asia tour to Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. ...

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spicysindhi

Feb 2020

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Thank you for planning a memorable trip!!!

My husband and I planned a trip to Seam Reap, Cambodia and Vietnam for 10 days. From the initial planning to the execution, Exotic Voyages, did a fabulous, professio...

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spicysindhi

Feb 2020

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Thank you for planning a memorable trip!!!

My husband and I planned a trip to Seam Reap, Cambodia and Vietnam for 10 days. From the initial planning to the execution, Exotic Voyages, did a fabulous, professio...

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126793639790

Feb 2020

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I highly recommend this group.

My girlfriend and I booked a 20-day tour in Thailand with Exotic Voyages from mid January to mid February 2020. Their interface was very easy to use - we had to spec...

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126793639790

Feb 2020

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I highly recommend this group.

My girlfriend and I booked a 20-day tour in Thailand with Exotic Voyages from mid January to mid February 2020. Their interface was very easy to use - we had to spec...

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HappyTravelsXO

Feb 2020

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Vietnam/Thailand Trip of a Lifetime

"MP helped me plan our 16 day vacation that included a seaplane, a 2 night cruise on Halong Bay, sightseeing in Hanoi and multi-city tour of Thailand with amazing gu...

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KKhalil2020

Feb 2020

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We had a dream trip

"I can’t express how professional, punctual, and patient Thu Hang (Lucy) was as she was helping me plan my surprise honeymoon for my wife. I went back and forth so m...

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Paul M

Jan 2020

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32 day bucket list trip across South East Asia with Exotic Voyages

In 30+ years of travelling I have never written a review but I feel compelled to recognize the incredible service provided by Exotic Voyages . Every detail was perfe...

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Paul M

Jan 2020

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32 day bucket list trip across South East Asia with Exotic Voyages

In 30+ years of travelling I have never written a review but I feel compelled to recognize the incredible service provided by Exotic Voyages . Every detail was perfe...

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Gail S

Jan 2020

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Another perfect adventure!

"My wife and I have used them twice for travel to Asia. In 2018, they arranged a private tour (me, my wife, a local guide, and driver) for 25 days in Vietnam (Hanoi...

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Gail S

Jan 2020

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Another perfect adventure!

"My wife and I have used them twice for travel to Asia. In 2018, they arranged a private tour (me, my wife, a local guide, and driver) for 25 days in Vietnam (Hanoi...

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Philip B

Jan 2020

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Fantastic Trip Organizer

Hoa at Exotic Voyages worked closely with us (I'm sure over 100 emails!!) for our 12 day trip to SiemReap, Luang Prabang, Hanoi and Saigon. All arrangements worked s...

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Philip B

Jan 2020

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Fantastic Trip Organizer

"Hoa at Exotic Voyages worked closely with us (I'm sure over 100 emails!!) for our 12 day trip to SiemReap, Luang Prabang, Hanoi and Saigon. All arrangements worked ...

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kenolivermiami

Jan 2020

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I’m already planning my next trip back

I stumbled upon Exotic Voyages in 2018 when planning my solo trip to South Asia. They delivered an amazing experience that stuck with me. I was so impressed by Exoti...

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CmcknightMia

Jan 2020

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Working with Exotic Voyages is a no-brainer.

My friend did a solo trip in 2018 and raved about his experience. I asked to tag along on the next one. I am so happy I did. Phuong Anh with Exotic Voyages is a supe...

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kenolivermiami

Jan 2020

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I’m already planning my next trip back

"I stumbled upon Exotic Voyages in 2018 when planning my solo trip to South Asia. They delivered an amazing experience that stuck with me. I was so impressed by Exot...

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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 »

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