RV Lotus

Glide along the Mekong River on the RV Lotus and discover the alluring destinations of Vietnam and Cambodia in premium comfort.

Step aboard the RV Lotus and cruise the Mekong River in comfort and style between Vietnam and Cambodia to embrace authentic local life.


Accomodation Types

Every suite aboard the RV Lotus features private indoor and outdoor balconies, so you can enjoy views along the Mekong River throughout your cruise.

Mekong Suite

Elevate your cruise to new heights with a stay in one of the ship’s two Mekong Suites. At 58 square metres, the magnificent suites include all the amenities of the other suites, while additionally boasting a large outdoor terrace, entertainment area, king bed, two en suites and a whirlpool spa bath.

Sadec Suite

Nestled in a prime location on the Upper Deck, the Sadec Twin Balcony Suites offer the same amenities of Deluxe Twin Balcony Suites with an even larger living space, plus an en suite featuring a spa bath.

Deluxe Twin Balcony Suite

The RV Lotus' Deluxe Twin Balcony Suites feature both indoor and outdoor balconies to savour unobstructed, sweeping views from the privacy of your suite, plus premium amenities including a mini bar, desk, wardrobe, flatscreen TV, climate control and an en suite with a shower.


Deck Plans

Every suite aboard the RV Lotus features private indoor and outdoor balconies, so you can enjoy views along the Mekong River throughout your cruise.

Sadec Deck

  • Swimming Pool
  • Sun Deck
  • Le Viet Nam Cafe
  • Wheel House
  • Bridge Deck
  • Sadec Suite
  • Mekong Suite

Saigon Deck

  • Saigon Lounge and Bar
  • Gift Shop
  • Office
  • Toilet
  • Activity Room
  • Cat B+ Cabin
  • Cat A Cabin

Tonle Deck

  • Mekong Restaurant
  • Reception
  • Fitness Centre
  • Cat C Cabin
  • Cat B Cabin

Mekong Deck

  • Engine Room
  • Crew Area
  • Lotus Spa and Wellness Centre


Dining

Dine in the Mekong Restaurant, relax with a drink in the Saigon Lounge or an espresso in Le Viet Nam Cafe. Enjoy complimentary international wines and local beers with lunch and dinner.

Mekong Restaurant

Experience complimentary · Cuisine international

The air-conditioned Mekong Restaurant offers the chance to indulge in local and international dishes expertly prepared by your chef, including traditional Vietnamese noodles as well as grilled chicken or pasta alfredo.


Entertainment

With amazing views, reclining lounges, a swimming pool and cold drinks from the bar, the Sun Deck is a relaxing place to soak up the sights.

Sun Deck

After a busy day of sightseeing, head out to the Sun Deck, where a large outdoor swimming pool and reclining lounges offer the perfect place to relax. Order a cool drink from the bar and savour it while looking out at the passing scenery along the Mekong.

Saigon Lounge

Escape to the air-conditioned Saigon Lounge & Bar, a great place to while away your onboard leisure time. Order a drink, sit back and enjoy a selection of books, games and DVDs available for everyone.

Onboard Entertainment

There’s never a dull moment aboard. Attend lectures by local guides on Cambodian and Vietnamese culture and history. Watch a fruit-carving demonstration by the ship’s executive chef. Experience an evening of Khmer folk song and dance.


Enrichment


Health & Fitness

Spa

If you’re looking to pamper yourself during your Mekong River cruise, you don’t need to go very far. The RV Lotus (formerly RV Apsara) features an onboard spa, where you can unwind after a long day of exploring with a relaxing treatment.


Kids & Teens

Please note: There are no children's facilities on board.


Useful Information

Included on your River Cruises

Expert Tour and Cruise Directors

Our fluent English-speaking Tour and Cruise Directors are on hand each day to assist with anything you may need.

Local Guides - Local Knowledge

A friendly face can make all the difference, and when paired with local knowledge and insights, you can be sure of an informed and deeper understanding of your destination.

Insider Experiences

Insider Experiences are a collection of special excursions and events that provide an insight into the history and culture of the region you're exploring.

Comprehensive Inclusions

We make sure that the majority of your holiday costs are covered before you leave home, and we clearly specify everything that is included in each itinerary to make planning easy.

Age Restrictions

Children of less than 12 years of age are not permitted on tours and cruises. Minors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult and share their accommodation with an adult.

Disabled Facilities

PASSENGERS NEEDING ASSISTANCE

Travelmarvel welcomes all passengers. Please note:

Passengers with a disability or medical condition requiring assistance must inform Travelmarvel at the time of booking of all important information relating to your health, mobility and fitness which may affect your partial or total participation in the cruise or tour. This information will allow Travelmarvel to ensure the tour you have chosen is suitable and meets your needs. Any changes to health, mobility and fitness must also be reported to Travelmarvel as soon as possible and prior to departure. Where possible Travelmarvel will make reasonable adjustments to the tour to assist you however, it cannot do so if the adjustment required would be unreasonable in all of the circumstances, including if such adjustments would affect your safety and/or the safety and/or enjoyment of other passengers.

If you require assistance or care (such as pushing a wheelchair, assistance with dressing or assistance with walking), you must travel with a companion capable of providing the required assistance or care. Travelmarvel is unable to assist any passenger with walking, dining, boarding or disembarking any transportation vehicles (including river and ocean cruise ships and trains). To safely participate in embarkation and disembarkation you must be able to do so without the need for assistance. You must also be able to do so without unreasonably impacting other passengers’ safety and/or enjoyment.

While Travelmarvel will make reasonable efforts to accommodate everyone, it is not responsible for any denial of services by any third-party entities it has travel arrangements with, such as carriers, hotels, trains, restaurants or other independent suppliers, or for any additional associated expenses charges by those parties.

Please note coaches and minibuses are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. Many ships require the use of stairs to go between decks. Further, side by side docking may require passengers to climb and descend stairs to cross over vessels to disembark and embark at times. Travelmarvel ships occasionally sail through remote areas that do not have convenient docking facilities. In such circumstances it will be necessary for passengers to negotiate temporary gangplanks, tender boats, riverbanks and uneven surfaces. If the crew decide that it is not safe for a passenger to negotiate such operations, they may require passengers to stay on board. Due to the lack of infrastructure along the riverbanks, and absence of lifts on board vessels, wheelchairs will be of minimal use. Passengers who use a wheelchair should reconsider travelling on these tours.

River ships routinely dock mid-stream and require the use of tenders to access the shore. Not all river cruise ships or decks have elevators, and some have multiple stairs to each level. Cabin doors and restrooms on river cruise ships are not wide enough to allow access by standard wheelchairs. For safety reasons, passengers using wheelchairs cannot be carried on ramps in ports where the river cruise ship is at anchor. Travelmarvel is unable to provide individual assistance to any passenger for walking, dining, disembarking or embarking cruise ships and/or coaches or other transportation vehicles or other personal needs.

Health & Fitness

A good level of fitness and health is required to participate on Travelmarvel’s holiday packages. In some destinations there are extensive sightseeing excursions by foot which includes the climbing of stairs. Mobility is needed boarding or alighting coaches, river cruise ships and trains. We recommend a visit to the doctor before travelling to overseas destinations and consult with them regarding any vaccinations which may be required. It is your responsibility to advise Travelmarvel of any pre-existing medical conditions that may affect the normal conduct of a holiday package and the enjoyment of other passengers. For river cruising, clients must be able to climb ramps to embark or disembark river cruise ships. Depending on river levels, these may have a number of steep steps. Many ships use tenders to reach the shore. A Health, Fitness & Mobility Questionnaire will be provided and requested to be completed at the time of booking if you advise of any health, fitness or mobility issues. Travelmarvel is not liable for any injury, illness, or loss of enjoyment which could have been reasonably prevented had we been made aware of a pre-existing condition and been provided an opportunity to review it. We will not be responsible for any costs associated with cancellation penalties or the return of passengers from a tour, and a refund for lost touring cannot be claimed.  

Medication

If you have a food allergy or medical condition which needs to be managed on tour, please advise your Booking Agent before departure, and inform your Tour Director on arrival. It is also worth packing a small medical kit, as even though there will be pharmacies along your tour, they can be difficult to access, and a prescription may be required for some medications.

Suggested Packing List:

  • A general-purpose antibiotic (e.g. azithromycin)
  • Cold and flu medication
  • Your preferred pain medication
  • Medicine for gastronomic upsets
  • Band aids and blister pads

Luggage & Packaging

The majority of Travelmarvel tours only allow 16kg to 20kg of luggage. When packing, consider the season of the destination you are travelling to, even in summer many destinations get cooler in the evenings, so it is a good idea to pack a jumper/jacket. We recommend packing light to medium weight clothing as well as rainwear in case of cooler or wet weather. Good walking shoes are must.