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Mekong Sunset Cruise: Private Luxury Boat on the Four Faces

Glide in private on the legendary Tonlé Sap–Mekong confluence — the 'Four Faces of the River' — as the Cambodian sun melts into the water in a blaze of amber. This is Phnom Penh at its most cinematic and serene.

What to expect

Your private longtail or luxury river vessel departs from the Sisowath Quay riverfront and heads into the shimmering confluence where the Tonlé Sap, Mekong, and Bassac rivers meet — a site sacred to Khmer cosmology. As the sun descends, the Royal Palace and Wat Phnom glow on the skyline. Champagne and fresh Cambodian appetisers are served on deck. Your guide shares the mythological and historical significance of this storied waterway while you photograph the scene at leisure. A truly unforgettable close to a Phnom Penh port day.

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Shore Excursions Asia (private cruise transfers & boat experiences)
USD 80–150 per person (private boat charter, 2 hours; Champagne and canapés included on luxury packages)
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Good to know

Best scheduled for late afternoon, 2–3 hours before all-aboard. Sisowath Quay is approximately 20–25 minutes from the cruise pier. Pre-arrange your charter operator to guarantee a premium vessel; basic longtails are not appropriate for a luxury experience. Confirm departure time relative to your ship's all-aboard.

Sail there

Luxury cruises that call at Phnom Penh — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

AmaWaterways · AmaDara
7 nights · calls at Phnom Penh
from $1,929
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Avalon · Avalon Saigon
7 nights · calls at Phnom Penh
from $3,419
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