Magical Mekong Cruise Downstream
Magical Mekong Cruise Downstream
Magical Mekong Cruise Downstream
11 Days Starting in Siem Reap and ending in Ho Chi Minh
Visiting: Cambodia, Vietnam
Tour operator:
Group size:
1 - 2
From:
$2099 (USD)NB: Prices correct on 04-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
about this trip
Your cruise adventure begins in Siem Reap, the gateway to the mystical Angkor Complex, where you will visit the wonderful Temples of Angkor Wat in one of the most important archaeological sites of Southeast Asia. disembark in Koh Dach, travel through the Cambodian countryside. Explore places like Phnom Penh, Tan Chau, Vam Nao and Tiger Island. Your cruise adventure ends in Ho Chi Minh, where you discover the vibrant metropolis named after the revered leader Ho Chi Minh and delve into its rich history, influenced by French colonization.
Itinerary
Day 1: Siem Reap (Arrival)
This morning you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Upon arrival at the Siem Reap International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in Siem Reap
Day 2: Siem Reap (B/-/-)
After having breakfast at the hotel, enjoy your day at leisure or explore the city by your own
Overnight in Siem Reap
Day 3: Siem Reap – Kampong Chham - Angkor Ban (B/L/D)
This morning, travel by coach from Siem Reap to Kampong Chham, set off for lunch before embarkation. Meet your crew for the next 7 nights and enjoy your first sunset on the Mekong River. Before dinner, enjoy an interesting pre-dinner lecture about Cambodia as well as learn some basic Khmer phrases.
Overnight in Phnom Penh
Day 4: Angkor Ban – Koh Dach - Koh Chen (B/L/D)
Morning excursion to explore the village of Angkor Ban with its wooden stilt houses and local vibe. After having lunch on the ship, travel by three-wheeled tuk tuk to Silk Island where you will learn about the process of silk weaving, from worm to loom, with the chance to observe local families weaving the iconic Cambodian krama
Day 5: Koh Chen – Oudong - Phnom Penh (B/L/D)
After breakfast, go on a walking tour of the village of Koh Chen where the highlight is meeting a local copper- and silversmith. Afterward, travel by coach to Oudong, the ancient capital of Cambodia with a stop at the fascinating Vipassana Dhura Meditation Center. Enjoy lunch on board with time to relax in your cabin afterward. In the late afternoon, hop on a pedal-powered cyclo to the elegant Raffles Hotel Le Royal for a signature cocktail at the famed Elephant Bar. Return to the ship for dinner and entertainment activities onboard.
Overnight in Phnom Penh
Day 6: Phnom Penh (B/L/D)
This morning, explore the majestic Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda complex. Admire the elaborately constructed palace buildings, some of the 5,000 silver floor tiles that give the Silver Pagoda its name, as well as spectacular gold and bejeweled Buddha statues that are considered national treasures. Walk to the nearby National Museum, a beautiful sandstone building that showcases the worlds largest collection of Khmer art. Set off for lunch afterward before driving to Choeung Ek, one of the mass grave sites of the Killing Fields where the Khmer Rouge executed over a million men, women, and children between 1975 and 1979. Today, Choeung Ek is a memorial with a Buddhist stupa filled with skulls and bones to honor the victims. Before dinner on board, take in a lively performance of Khmer Apsara dancing with the opportunity to meet the performers
afterward
Overnight in Phnom Penh
Day 7: Phnom Penh – Tan Chau – Vam Nao (B/L/D)
As the ship begins cruising towards the CambodiaVietnam border, start the day with an early exercise on the Sky Deck, followed by a leisurely breakfast in the restaurant. After, select from the many onboard activities including a ships tour, mini-golf tournament, or simply enjoy the scenery as we cross the border between Cambodia and Vietnam. After lunch on board, travel by local rickshaw to visit the local market and colorful temple which is the spiritual center for local residents. Return to the ship in time for a traditional Vietnamese lion dance, followed by dinner and the evenings entertainment.
Overnight in Vam Nao
Day 8: Vam Nao – Tiger Island – Long Xuyen (B/L/D)
Wake up to another leisurely breakfast in Phu Tan, the provincial capital of An Giang in the Mekong Delta. Tender ashore to visit a craft village famed for handmaking Ca Rang clay stoves. Used for hundreds of years by the southern Vietnamese, these stoves have a unique design which allows them to block the wind, retain heat, and keep ash from dispersing. During lunch the ship sails on before anchoring near Tiger Island. Head ashore by sampan and explore Tiger Island by 3-wheeled \"xe loi\", learning about cottage industries such as plant pot making and incense making. Visit a site locally known as “Mr. Tigers Temple” and hear the story that won the island its name. Return on board in time for cocktail competition and the evenings entertainment
Day 9: Long Xuyen – Dinh Yen – Can Tho (B/L/D)
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast as the ship cruises towards the provincial capital of Long Xuyen. Travel by tender to witness the mesmerizing Long Xuyen floating market and tour the An Giang Museum, with fascinating exhibits on Kinh, Chinese, Khmer and Cham cultures in the region. Enjoy lunch onboard as we cruise towards the village of Dinh Yen where well observe colorful straw mats being woven on mechanized looms. On the way, well also visit a family who makes delicate tofu skin, a food product made from boiling soy milk with a plethora of uses Return to the ship and cruise towards Can Tho, the beating heart of the Mekong Delta. Enjoy a traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music performance known as “Đờn ca tài tử” followed by a final farewell dinner
Overnight in Can Tho
Day 10: Can Tho – Cai Be – Ho Chi Minh (B/L/-)
Enjoy breakfast on the terrace of Claypot Restaurant with time to enjoy the view from the pool or from your private balcony before disembarkation. Accompanied by your local guide, board a coach for Cai Be where lunch is served at the elegant Le Longanier Restaurant set amidst lush fruit trees by the river. Continue to Ho Chi Minh City, arriving mid-afternoon at the Hotel in Saigon
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
Day 11: Ho Chi Minh – Usa / Canada (B/-/-)
After your breakfast, you will be transferred back to Ho Chi Minh International Airport for your return flight home.
What's Included
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03 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed Superior hotel or similar
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07 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis in Victoria Mekong Cruise (Deluxe Upper Deck)
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Daily Buffet Breakfast at the hotel
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02 Special Lunches at the restaurant
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Full board meal plan while onboard the cruise
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Free flow of soft beverages all day (mineral water, soft drinks, tea, coffee)
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Free flow of house wine by the glass during lunch and dinner
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All Arrival and departure airport transfers
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All land Transportation in a deluxe AC vehicle
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All Shore excursions from Cruise as per the detailed itinerary
What's Not Included
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Items of personal nature, tips, and gratuities
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Optional tours
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Items not mentioned as being included
Check out our Q&As
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Dates & Availability
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Low Deposit
Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.