Chau Doc-Phnom Penh Express Boat
One Journey Two Nations
Whether you’re arriving in Ho Chi Minh city via an international flight from abroad or a domestic flight from cities like Hanoi, Hai Phong, or Danang,… and you’re landing at Tan Son Nhat Airport with plans to explore Ho Chi Minh City and its environs in some days for HCM city tours, Cu Chi Tunnels-Cao Dai Temple a day tour, HCM city- Monkey Island a day tour, HCM city-Vung Tau Beach a day tour, for instance. And wish to extend your journey after that to Cambodia: Traveling by Express Boats (speedboat), there’s an exciting option available for you here.
The Mekong Delta, the rice bowl of Vietnam is known for its intricate waterways, lush landscapes, and vibrant local culture. Traveling from Vietnam to Cambodia through the Mekong Delta by waterways offers a picturesque and unique journey. Here’s a general guide on how to make this journey:
3-day Ho Chi Minh City- Mekong Delta (Can Tho-Chau Doc)-Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Please check the full itinerary: Mekong delta 3-day from HCMC here
Brief Intinerary:
Day 1: Saigon-My Tho (or Ben Tre/Cai Be) –Can Tho (Overnight in Can Tho, Capital city of Mekong Delta)
Day 2: Can Tho-Floating Market- Chau Doc (Tra Su Cajuput Forest- Fish Farm-Cham Village)
Day 3: Chau Doc-Speedboat to Phnom Penh, Capital of Cambodia
Chau Doc, a small town nestled within Vietnam’s An Giang Province and positioned approximately 230 kilometers from Ho Chi Minh City, boasts a scenic setting along the Mekong River, next to Sam mountain and adjacent to the Cambodian border. Notable landmarks in this include Sam Mountain, the Lady Temple, Tay An Pagoda, Tra Su Cajuput Forest, Floating Fish Farm, Cham Village, and several Muslim Mosques.
It’s a common starting/finishing point for speedboat trips from/to Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
If you journey from Phnom Penh, Cambodia to Vietnam by speedboat, you will arrive in Chau Doc first. Here, you can explore several prominent attractions as above mentioned, and spend a night before continuing your exploration to various provinces within the Mekong Delta. The journey then leads you to Ho Chi Minh City, a gateway to the broader expanse of Vietnam.
Chau Doc-Phnom Penh Express Boat operated by Hang Chau Tourist.
Please check its website: www.hangchautourist.vn for the full information.
Ticket for Express Boat from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh (Depart: 7:30, Arrive: 13:30): 840,000₫
You have the flexibility to select your preferred departure date.
Notice that departure time is 7:30AM and expected arrival time is 1:30PM (13:30) on the same day.
Please head up to the port at least 30 minutes before departure time at Victoria Hotel – 01 Le Loi Street, Chau Phu B Ward, Chau Doc City, An Giang province.
Each ticket includes the following:
• Complimentary onboard snacks. • Access to Free Wifi. • Refreshments like cake, fruits, mineral water, and a cold towel. • Availability of restrooms on the boat. • Covered entry and exit fees, guide fee. • VAT Tax. • Passenger Accident Insurance.
For comprehensive information regarding ticket particulars, the route, visa fees, and what to prepare, please refer to this article.
Crossing the Border: The speedboat journey will involve crossing the border between the two countries. The Vinh Xuong/Kaam Samnor Border Crossing connects An Giang Province in Vietnam with Kandal Province in Cambodia. Make sure you have all the necessary travel documents, such as a valid passport, visa for Cambodia (if required), and any other documentation that might be requested during the border crossing.
Mekong River Journey: The journey along the Mekong River can take several hours (5-6 hours) , depending on the route and conditions. The speedboat will pass through scenic landscapes along the way.
Arrival in Phnom Penh: The speedboat should arrive at the Sisowath Quay area in Phnom Penh. This is a popular tourist area with various accommodations, restaurants, and attractions nearby.
* Note: The Sisowath Quay in Phnom Penh is conveniently within a walking distance to Watt Phnom, one of the key attractions in the capital. On a previous occasion, I had booked an express boat trip from Phnom Penh to Chau Doc. Upon arriving at the Boat Station ahead of schedule, I securely stored my heavy luggage at its ticket office, then take a leisurely stroll to explore Watt Phnom for a while before the boat’s departure.
After completing all formalities, you can continue your journey to your destinations in Cambodia, such as Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and other cities.