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This cruise in Asia lets you explore how two countries and two cultures share one amazing river. Imagine cruising the fascinating Mekong while onboard the luxurious Indochina Pandaw, a replica colonial steamer. You will experience the contrasts of vibrant bustling Vietnam and its tranquil, ancient neighbour Cambodia.
| 11 night fly, cruise and stay from $3,449*pp |
Inclusions
- Return economy class airfare from Brisbane including air taxes
- 2 nights deluxe accommodation at the Raffles Grand d'Angkor in Siem Reap with breakfast daily
- 2 nights deluxe accommodation at the Caraballe Hotel in Saigon with breakfast daily
- 7 night cruise on the new Indochina Pandaw including local beer, wine and soft drink, government taxes and onboard gratuities
- Extensive sightseeing throughout with expert local guides during the cruise and during your pre and post cruise stays in Saigon and Angkor
- All transfers
Your cruise onboard the Indochina Pandaw:
- Accommodation in your chosen category
- Breakfast daily, lunches and dinners
- Local beer, wine and soft drinks
Itinerary
| Destination | |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Fly from Brisbane to Siem Reap. Afternoon guided tour to Angkor Wat - the world's largest temple. |
| Day 2 | Siem Reap - Guided day tour taking in Angkor Thom, Thommanon, Chau Say, Tevide, Ta Keo and Ta Prohm. |
| Day 3 | Transfer from Siem Reap to Kampong Cham on the Mekong River, to embark on the Indochina Pandaw enjoying stops along the way. |
| Day 4 | Kampong Cham area - Guided tour of Angkorian temple of Wat Hanchey then sail downstream for an exploration of the Kampong Cham area. Travel by bus to Angkorian temple of Wat Nokor and eco village of Cheungkok. |
| Day 5 | Tonle River - Kampong Chhnang - Change pilots and sail the Tonle River which connects Tonle Sap with the Mekong and Bassac Rivers. Temples abound the river banks at Kampong Chhnang and witness Cambodian rural life. |
| Day 6 | Phnom Penh - enjoy the several impressive Wats in Phnom Penh, including Wat Ounalom, Wat Phnom and the Wat Lang Ka. Enjoy the afternoon travelling into the suburbs for a very moving Killing Fields visit including the Khmer Rouge's grim Tuol Sleng (or S21 detention centre). Afterwards enjoy the Russian or Central markets. |
| Day 7 | Mekong River/Border crossing - cruise the main Mekong channel. Enjoy a stop at the jungle village Prek Touch. |
| Day 8 | Chau Doc - today travel by a local ferry from the main Mekong Channel at Tan Chau down through the canals and backwaters. Visit a Cham tribal village then take in a trishaw ride around the fascination Chau Doc. Return to the ship to head for Cai Bei. |
| Day 9 | Sadec - Cai Be - enjoy a excursion on board traditional sampan boats to Cai Be via Vinh Long, along small canals and back waters. Continue down the Tien River exploring local rural life of the delta inhabitants at Dong Hoa Hiep islet. |
| Day 10 | Sail from Cai Bei to My Tho and disembark the Indochina Pandaw, you will then be transferred to our Saigon hotel. |
| Day 11 | Saigon - City sightseeing with your local guide, visiting the Reunification Palace, Ben Thanh Market, City Hall and many other essential sights in Saigon. |
| Day 12 | Transferred from Saigon to fly back to Brisbane. |
Departure Dates and Prices*
| Departure date 2012 |
Price per person, |
|---|---|
| Jun 3, 10, 17, 24 | $3,499 |
| Jul 1 | $3,699 |
| Jul 8 | $3,499 |
| Jul 15, 22 | $3,449 |
| Jul 29, Aug 5, 12, 19, 26 | $3,499 |
| Sep 2, 9, 16 | $3,499 |
*Terms and Conditions
- Prices current as at 1 May 2012
- Prices are per person in AUD$ based on twin share
- Prices are subject to change (eg due to currency fluctuation)
- Offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time
- Further conditions apply please see the brochure Cruiseco's Vietnam & Cambodia by luxury river cruise 2011/2012 brochure
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