Scenic launches 2026/2027 Asia river cruises and land tours

 

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has unveiled its 2026-2027 Asia river cruising and land journeys programme.

 

The season includes seven and nine-night cruises, running from July 2026 to May 2027. Cruises will sail along the Mekong on the 68-guest Scenic Spirit, with extensions available in Vietnam and Laos, and land tours in Japan.

 

The programme features nine river cruise itineraries and four Japan land journeys. Highlights include:
* 13/15-day ‘Treasures of the Mekong’, from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap. Highlights include Wat Hanchey; the Silver Pagoda in Phnom Penh; and several ancient sites. Prices start from £5,845pp.

* 18/20-day ‘Highlights of Vietnam, Cambodia & Luxury Mekong’. Beginning in Hanoi and visiting Halong Bay, before travelling to Ho Chi Minh City to board Scenic Spirit. Sails along the Mekong to Siem Reap, followed by a three-night land stay in Angkor Wat. Prices start from £8,345pp.

* 25/27-day ‘Grand Indochina & Luxury Mekong’. Visiting destinations in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, including Halong Bay and the temples of Angkor Wat. Prices start from £11,645pp.

 

Included in the programme are Scenic Enrich events, which are exclusive, private experiences, offering behind-the-scenes access. Examples include an Apsara dance performance and a gala dinner at an Angkor temple; a Champagne breakfast at sunrise at Angkor Wat; a water puppet performance in Hanoi; and a Royal Dinner in a private garden house with Hue Royal Court music.

 

A variety of Scenic Freechoice excursions – all-inclusive experiences featuring expert-led cultural experiences, local encounters and regional cuisine – are available. For example, learning about the lifestyle of a local farmer in Luang Prabang; a living land rice farming experience in Laos; and the opportunity to join a local Hanoian family for a meal, for a maximum of eight guests.

 

In addition, the season features new hotel options at the Moire Hoi An, Vignette Collection by IHG; and The Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel (both Vietnam); and The Avani+ Luang Prabang Hotel, Laos.

 

Dominic Keely, head of marketing, rivers & land, UK at Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, said: “Our ultra-luxury Asia river cruise and land itineraries offer the perfect way to discover this fascinating region. Travelling along the Mekong allows guests to experience destinations at a natural pace, with seamless access to cities, towns, and rural communities while still enjoying luxury surroundings onboard. In addition, our thoughtfully planned land journeys add yet more dimension to the experience.”

 

All itineraries include Scenic Freechoice excursions; Scenic Enrich events; premium beverages*; all meals; transfers; gratuities; and a butler service.

 

Guests who book by April 28, 2026, can save up to 20% on Mekong river cruise departures, with flight credit of £1,500 per person included.

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