Aqua Mekong Cruise Vietnam

Set with fine china and crystal, the slinky dining room serves a medley of hearty cuisine including spiced curries and seafood (try the three-sauce sea bass), or more international fare. Enjoy a cup of Vietnamese coffee at the lounge or cocktails by candlelight at the rooftop bar. For your entertainment, there's foosball in the games room and local films played under the stars. Start your morning with yoga on the observation deck, blissful treatments at the spa or a dip in the pool.

Designed to maximise comfort, the cabins feature a California King-sized bed draped in silk, a chaise lounge by the panoramic windows and plenty of closet space. Eight suites open onto a tastefully furnished balcony - a winning spot for your morning cuppa. The en-suite bathrooms are rather sleek with black lacquered walls, a large rainfall shower and dual sinks. If booked, the interconnecting suites are decked out with cosy day beds and a sitting area.

The Aqua has the only private fleet of speed boats on the Mekong, which are ready to zip between riverside towns and idyllic walking trails. Stop to pick up handicrafts and homemade treats at the floating markets, cycle to find hidden temples in the countryside and learn a few tricks of the local trade - from mat weaving to fishing on a traditional sampan boat. Spend time with the chefs on a trip to choose ingredients before cooking a tasty Vietnamese lunch.