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Mekong Mystique: ship guide
An all-suite, 68-guest Mekong ship in 1930s Indochine style, announced for 2028.
Best for: Travelers planning Vietnam and Cambodia for 2028 who want a brand-new all-suite ship with large suites, included excursions and gratuities, and Angkor Wat and Ha Long Bay on the same journey. Sails from Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap in 2026 and 2027.
About Mekong Mystique
Mekong Mystique is an announced ship: Uniworld unveiled it in July 2026 as one of three vessels debuting in 2028, and it is scheduled to begin sailing Vietnam and Cambodia that year. It will add capacity alongside the existing Mekong Jewel. The design story draws on 1930s French Indochine style and the lush landscape of the Mekong itself, blending European architecture with natural materials and references to the heritage of both countries.
The published plan is an all-suite ship for 68 guests with a staff of 51, which gives a near one-to-one ratio. Thirty 347-square-foot Suites make up most of the ship, with two 657-square-foot Grand Suites and two 889-square-foot Royal Suites at the top. At 262 feet and 42 feet wide it is a large ship by Mekong standards. Uniworld notes that amenities on this operated ship may differ from its company-owned vessels in Europe; dining venues and deck details will be published closer to launch.
Mekong Mystique will sail exclusively on the 15-day Timeless Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong, Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi or reverse, which pairs the river cruise between the Mekong Delta and Cambodia with hotel stays in Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap for Angkor Wat, Hanoi and Ha Long Bay. It suits travelers who want Southeast Asia on a newer, all-suite ship with excursions, gratuities and most drinks included.
- Announced in July 2026 for a 2028 debut, bringing Uniworld’s fleet to 22 ships
- All-suite ship: 34 suites for 68 guests with a staff of 51
- Royal Suites of 889 square feet and Grand Suites of 657 square feet
- Thirty Suites of 347 square feet, larger than most river staterooms in Europe
- Design inspired by 1930s French Indochine style and the Mekong landscape
- Sails only the 15-day Timeless Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong with Angkor Wat and Ha Long Bay
- Gratuities for onboard and onshore staff included, including land stays
Staterooms and suites
Suite B
Twelve suites of 347 square feet on the lower accommodation deck, the entry category and still larger than most European river staterooms.
Suite AB
Twelve suites of 347 square feet on the middle deck.
Suite A
Six suites of 347 square feet on the upper deck, with the best vantage over the river.
Grand Suite
Two Grand Suites of 657 square feet with a separate living area, among the largest accommodations on the Mekong.
Royal Suite
Two Royal Suites of 889 square feet, the largest on the ship, with a living room and the top-tier amenities Uniworld confirms before launch.
Mekong Mystique deck plans
Deck by deck, straight from our booking engine: the plan, the stateroom categories on that deck and the public rooms. Pick a deck.
Top Deck
Plans are the cruise line’s current drawings as supplied to our booking engine. Layouts change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the exact stateroom when you book.
Dining on Mekong Mystique
RestaurantIncluded
The main restaurant will serve breakfast and lunch buffets with made-to-order dishes and multi-course dinners that mix Vietnamese, Khmer and Western cooking; venue names will be published by Uniworld before launch.
Lounge and barIncluded
The main lounge for talks by the cruise manager, local performances and drinks with river views.
Sun deckIncluded
Open-air top deck with shaded seating for watching life along the Mekong, including tea and light bites.
All-inclusive drinksIncluded
Uniworld includes wines, local beers, spirits and soft drinks on its Mekong cruises, with the note that inclusions vary in Southeast Asia from its European ships, and gratuities for onboard and onshore staff are included.
Entertainment and activities
- Sun deck with shaded loungers for the Mekong’s floating markets and river villages
- Lounge with evening talks and local Vietnamese and Khmer performances
- Included excursions by sampan, ox cart, tuk-tuk and on foot in riverside villages, pagodas and markets
- Hotel stays in Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap and Hanoi plus a Ha Long Bay cruise on the Timeless Wonders program
- Angkor Wat and the temples of Angkor with the Siem Reap stay
- Gratuities for ship staff, guides and drivers included, on board and on land
Families and who it suits
Uniworld accepts guests aged 5 and over in Asia, with under-18s sharing a suite with an adult aged 21 or older; there are no Generations Collection family departures on the Mekong and few activities for children, so the ship is best suited to adults.
Best for: Travelers planning Vietnam and Cambodia for 2028 who want a brand-new all-suite ship with large suites, included excursions and gratuities, and Angkor Wat and Ha Long Bay on the same journey.
Sails from: Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap · Regions: Mekong
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Facts checked against Uniworld: Mekong Mystique, Cruise Industry News: Uniworld to launch three new ships in 2028, Cruise Industry News: Uniworld announces new ships and itineraries for 2028, Uniworld: FAQ on October 14, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.
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