The new Viking Tonle, which will debut in 2025, will double Viking's capacity in Southeast Asia.
Viking has expanded its river fleet in Southeast Asia with the new Viking Tonle. Designed for the Mekong River, the 80-guest vessel will join its identical sister ship, the Viking Saigon, which debuted in 2022, and will sail between Kampong Cham, Cambodia, and Mỹ Tho, Vietnam, as part of Viking's popular 15-day Magnificent Mekong .
The ship is under construction and is currently scheduled to debut in October 2025. To meet strong demand for Mekong River cruises, Viking has added sailing dates in 2025 and has now opened the entire 2026 season for bookings.
“The rich history and culture of Vietnam and Cambodia have always made the Mekong River a fascinating destination for our guests,” said Torstein Hagen, President of Viking. “With the addition of an identical sister ship in 2025, we look forward to introducing even more curious travelers to the treasures of this fantastic region in the years to come.”
The Viking Tonle, built specifically to navigate the Mekong River, will accommodate 80 guests in 40 outside cabins. All cabins feature hotel-style beds and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with a veranda or French balcony. Guests also enjoy a Spa & Fitness Center, swimming pool, and open-air Sky Bar on the upper deck.
Magnificent Mekong
During this 15-day journey, guests explore the cultural treasures of Vietnam and Cambodia with 16 guided tours. Hotel stays in Hanoi, Siem Reap, and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) round off an eight-day voyage along the Mekong River on this unique itinerary.
During this itinerary, guests can enjoy exploring Hanoi's Old Quarter and attending an Apsara dancer performance; tasting the distinctive fresh ingredients of the bustling local markets and restaurants; strolling through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Khmer temple complex of Angkor Wat; visiting Ta Prohm, where jungle vines embrace the ancient ruins; and seeing the sights of Phnom Penh by cyclo rickshaw.
On the river portion of the itinerary, guests will be able to discover silk cities, fishing villages, monasteries, and floating markets.
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