Mekong Delta Cruise (Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap)
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| Start Date | End Date | Cat1 | Cat2 | Cat3 | Cat4 | Quote |
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| Fri, Mar 19, 2010 | Fri, Apr 02, 2010 | $3498 | $3298 | $3099 | Quote | |
| Fri, Oct 08, 2010 | Fri, Oct 22, 2010 | $3598 | $3398 | $3199 | Quote | |
| Tue, Oct 26, 2010 | Tue, Nov 09, 2010 | $3698 | $3498 | $3299 | Quote | |
| Sun, Nov 14, 2010 | Sun, Nov 28, 2010 | $3798 | $3598 | $3399 | Quote | |
| Wed, Dec 01, 2010 | Wed, Dec 15, 2010 | $3798 | $3598 | $3399 | Quote | |
| Sun, Dec 19, 2010 | Sun, Jan 02, 2011 | $3898 | $3698 | $3499 | Quote |
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Itinerary
The new RV 'Indochine,' which debuted in 2008, is a great way to see a wide variety of Vietnam and Cambodia in one vacation. During our relaxed, luxurious cruise on the winding Mekong River witness unspoiled daily life along the river, rural rice paddies, floating markets, and villagers in dugout canoes. But also visit modern cosmopolitan cities with a French colonial ambience such as Saigon (Ho Chi Minh), Vietnam and Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Another highlight of this package is the 3 days spent in Siem Reap, Cambodia that allows plenty of time to tour the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, a magnificent UNESCO Heritage site. Combine all this with impeccable service and fine dining, and we truly believe all 'explorers at heart' will delight in this trip!
DAY 1: FLY USA TO VIETNAM Overnight flights. Services as per airline policies.
DAY 2: HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon), VIETNAM
Welcome to Vietnam! On arrival and customs formalities you will be met and transferred to your first class hotel (Renaissance, Legend, Majestic or similar). Due to various flight arrival times in the afternoon and evening, no meals or other activities are planned for today.
DAY 3: HO CHI MINH CITY
EMBARKATION
After breakfast, meet your local guide and board your motor coach for a morning sightseeing tour of this bustling capital including the major sights such as the Post Office, built by Gustave Eiffel, the Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Presidential Palace. After lunch, in a local restaurant, transfer to your floating hotel, conveniently located near the city center. The afternoon is free to settle in or explore the riverside promenade. Before dinner, enjoy a welcome cocktail and information meeting as you are introduced to your Captain, Cruise Manager and Crew. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: HO CHI MINH CITY
This morning, depart on your morning excursion to the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnels. Built during the Vietnam War to protect from bombing raids, the tunnels extend underground for over 212 km and range in depth from 3 to 12 meters! They feature remnants of a living city; schools, community kitchens, sleeping quarters, hospitals as well as military production facilities. Return to the city and enjoy a Vietnamese style lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, continue your tour which will include a rickshaw ride to the main Chinese Market where you will have free time to explore before enjoying a buffet dinner at a local restaurant. (B, L, D)
DAY 5: SET SAIL: MY THO - CAI BE - VINH LONG
Breakfast while crossing the splendid canal of Cho Gao. Upon arrival at My Tho, the R/V INDOCHINE will set anchor close to Thoi Son island. The sightseeing of My Tho will begin by crossing the river on local boats. Then, a visit by bus to the Vinh Trang pagoda will be followed by a panoramic tour of the city along the way with stops at a local Snake Farm and market. Afterwards, return to the pier and visit Thoi Son island in local boats. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch as you sail on to Cai Be. On arrival in Cai Be you will tour the floating market in local boats. Then continue to Vinh Long for a tour before returning to your ship. (B, L, D)
DAY 6: SA DEC - CHAU DOC
After breakfast, enjoy a panoramic tour of Sa Dec by coach including a visit to a Bonsai Seedbed on the way back to the ship. Sail to Chau Doc.
In the afternoon, arrive at Chau Doc, where your sightseeing will begin with a visit to the village of the local minority Cham community in local boats. Upon your return to Chau Doc, depart by bus to the Nui Sam Hill which offers splendid views of the river and the nearby Cambodian border. Then, on the way back, visit of the Chua Xu Temple and the Tay An Pagoda. Return to the ship in time for dinner. The evening is free to explore the nearby market or enjoy a cocktail at the lovely, colonial style Victoria hotel, located dockside. (B, L, D)
DAY 7: KOH DEK CHAU (border crossing) - PHONM PENH
This morning, you cross the border into Cambodia while relaxing on the Indochine. In the afternoon disembark in Koh Dek Chau with time to visit this tiny island and to meet and mingle with the local people. Then, embark and enjoy the magnificent views as you continue sailing until nightfall. (B, L, D)
DAY 8: PHNOM PENH
After breakfast, tour the capital of Cambodia which has retained its French colonial charm. Your morning sightseeing will include the beautiful Royal Palace grounds, the National Museum and Wat Phnom. After lunch in a local restaurant, continue your sightseeing with an excursion to the infamous 'Killings Fields,' the former detention, torture and execution center during the Cambodian civil war which lasted between 1975 and 1979. Return to the ship for dinner. Next enjoy a special live performance of Cambodia's traditional 'APSARA' dances. (B, L, D)
DAY 9: PHNOM PENH - KAMPONG CHAM
The morning is free to enjoy this great city on your own: visit the Genocide Museum, bargain for souvenirs at the Russian market or stroll down the riverside promenade and enjoy Phnom Penh's vibrant atmosphere. Wave goodbye to Cambodia's capital and spend the afternoon watching the fascinating river scenes as they pass you buy. Our guides will fill the day with informal lectures and talks on Cambodia.
DAY 10: KAMPONG CHAM - KAMPONG TRALACH
After breakfast, tour this river city which is famous for its many Wats (Temples) dating back to the Chenla Empire. Also walk the grounds of the large, impressive pagoda Phnom Phros (Hill of Man) with its many apsara statues and live monkeys. Return to the ship in time for lunch. Your afternoon is spent sailing—first sailing past Phnom Penh and then on to Kampong Tralach when we anchor offshore for the night. (B, L, D)
DAY 11: KAMPONG TRALACH - KAMPONG CHHNANG - TONLE SAP
The morning's excursion takes you for an adventurous ride through this remote village, along rice paddies, and to the ancient Wat Kampong. After lunch arrive at Kampong Chhnang, one of the largest fishing ports on the Tonle Sap River. During your walk through the village learn about their pottery industry. Back on board, you now arrive at Tonle Sap Lake. The evening is reserved for your Captain's Farewell Dinner. (B, L, D)
DAY 12: END CRUISE - SIEM REAP
DISEMBARKATION
This morning, bid your crew goodbye as you disembark and are transferred to your hotel. After lunch, depart on your introductory tour of this fast growing gateway to the Angkor Temples. Stops will include the National Silk Center and a local market. Return to your hotel around. Tonight enjoy a welcome dinner and Apsara show. (B, L, D)
DAY 13: SIEM REAP - ANGKOR TEMPLES
After breakfast, your morning tour will take you to explore the south gates of Angkor Thom, Bayan, Baphoun Temple, Elephant Terrace, the Royal enclosure and the terrace of the Leper King. A break for lunch will be held al fresco at the recently opened FCC club nearby. The afternoon is reserved for a visit to Ta Prhom and the magnificent main Temples of Angkor Wat where an optional tethered balloon ride is said to offer the most magnificent sunset views in the world! Return to your hotel after sunset. The day is not over yet as you depart your hotel for the town center where you will enjoy a dinner at the 'Red Piano' restaurant a favorite of actress Angelina Jolie during her filming of the 'Tomb Raider' movies. After dinner enjoy some free time to explore the lively downtown night life featuring night bazaars, café's and night clubs. (B, L, D)
DAY 14: SIEM REAP
A full free day to do as you please! Sleep in and enjoy your hotel pool and amenities, explore the town and shop at the local market for those last minute souvenirs or take the optional half day 'Tuk-Tuk' tour (motorized tricycle) which will whisk you around town with stops at the local Alligator Farm, the Wat Bo Pagoda and the renowned village of Artisan's d' Angkor where local artists will introduce you to the traditional techniques of wood carving, stone sculpting and lacquer work with explanations from your guide. The balance of the day is free and meals are on your own. (B)
DAY 15: SIEM REAP - HOME
As all good things must come to an end, so does your wonderful exploration of this unique part of Southeast Asia! After a final breakfast, check-out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your homebound flights. (B)
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What's Included
Included Features
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam:
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
- Round trip airfare from the US to Vietnam and out of Cambodia with land and air price
- Arrival and departure transfers with land and air price
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam:
- 1 night deluxe 5 star hotels (Equatorial, Renaissance, Majestic, or similar)
- 1 full buffet breakfast
- 2 days of sightseeing including all transportation and entrance fees
- English speaking guides throughout.
- 3 nights first class hotel (Le Prince d'Angkor, Angkor Century Hotel or similar)
- 3 full breakfasts, and 1 lunch at the hotel
- 1 special dinner at the 'Red Piano' restaurant
- 1 special lunch at the FCC
- 1 special dinner with Apsara folk show
- Morning tour of Angkor Temples
- Evening tour of the main Wat Temple
- Siem Reap city tour and silk farm
- English speaking guides throughout.
- 9 night deluxe cruise aboard the MV Indochine in outside facing cabins in category of your choice
- All meals on board starting with dinner and ending with breakfast
- Welcome drink and information meeting
- Captain's Farewell dinner
- All on board commentary provided by on board cruise guides and Cruise Managers
- All shore excursions and sightseeing including transportation (boat/bus)
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
| Cabin 1 | Category - A |
| Cabin 2 | Category - B |
| Cabin 3 | Category - C |
| Cabin 4 | N/A |
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