11 Day Scenic Luxury Mekong & Temple Discovery Cruise - Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

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From:

Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

Duration:

11 Days

Tour Type:

Mekong River Cruise

Code:

VIMR.1

From the flavour and culture of Vietnam to the colour and history of Cambodia, your senses will be charmed along the length of the Mekong and heightened by the treasures of Siem Reap.

Meander along the Mekong and float by the lively floating markets of Cai Be, learn about Vietnam’s French-infused past, soak up the melting pot of cultures that is Phnom Penh and discover the bright communities embracing rural river life along the Tonle Sap River. Siem Reap is home to the magnificent temples, ancient hydraulic systems and communication routes of Angkor, and still today the scores of temples and relics whisper secrets of the once-imposing Khmer Kingdom. Discover it all on this enchanting journey.

All-inclusive highlights

5-star Scenic ship with luxurious one-bedroom balcony suites
5 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences
Your choice of 17 Scenic Freechoice activities
1 Scenic Sundowners event
1 memorable Scenic Special Stay
Up to four on board dining options, from casual to fine dining
27 meals – 10 breakfasts (B), 9 lunches (L) and 8 dinners (D)
Complimentary beverages all day throughout your cruise
Butler service for all guests throughout your cruise
Scenic Cruise Director and Tour Director with expert local guides
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your cruise
All tipping and gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1 - Ho Chi Minh City > Mekong Cruise

Highlights:

Welcome

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City. You will be welcomed and taken to your meeting point, the Intercontinental Saigon. Please arrive at the hotel by midday. From here travel by coach to My Tho to board the luxurious Scenic Spirit. Toast the start of your cruise with a cocktail reception.

Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 - Cai Be > Sa Dec

Highlights:

Scenic Freechoice, Sa Dec markets

Freechoice

Board a sampan to visit Cai Be before stopping at local cottage industries and a French colonial or traditional Vietnamese house. Alternatively savour morning tea at a French colonial house or choose to stay on board for your special Scenic Freechoice activity.

Later, immerse yourself in the historic town of Sa Dec and explore and interact with the sellers in the lively market, then visit the home of Mr Huynh Thuy Le who inspired Marguerite Duras’ novel L’Amant.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - Tan Chau

Highlights:

Scenic Freechoice

Freechoice

Visit the farmers on Evergreen Island and enjoy a ride in a Xe Loi. Alternatively, walk through Chau Doc market, visit a family-operated fish farm and cruise around Chau Doc waterfront or visit Tra Su Bird Sanctuary.

Tonight enjoy a themed evening dinner to say farewell to Vietnam.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - Tan Chau > Phnom Penh

Highlights:

Scenic Freechoice, Scenic Enrich – Raffles Experience and High Tea

Arrive early this morning into the capital city of Cambodia, Phnom Penh.

Freechoice

Journey to the Killing Fields and tour Tuol Sleng, the former school which was converted to the Khmer Rouge’s main prison, or take a guided tour of the local food market before joining a hands-on Khmer cooking demonstration. Alternatively, explore by Tuk Tuk Phnom Penh’s colonial buildings and the Central Market before lunch at a local NGO restaurant teaching street kids hospitality skills.

Enrich

Arrive in style by Tuk Tuk and immerse yourself in the historically celebrated luxury of Raffles, Hotel Le Royal. Enjoy a guided history tour followed by an indulgent high tea prepared in front of you, all whilst sipping on the hotel’s signature cocktail named in honour of Jacqueline Kennedy. Choose to retire to the Elephant Bar for happy hour before returning to the ship.

Later this evening revel in our exclusive Phnom Penh by City Lights tour, giving an insight into the capital’s nightlife.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Phnom Penh > Kho Chen

Highlights:

Royal Palace

This morning marvel at the Royal Palace, with the famous Silver Pagoda within, on your included visit to this must-see attraction. Later sail up the Tonle River to the silversmith village of Kho Chen.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Oudong > Kampong Tralach

Highlights:

Scenic Enrich – Monk blessing, Scenic Sundowners

Cruise to Kampong Tralach and take an ox cart ride through a local village and fields to Wat Kampong Tralach. Board your coach to the ancient capital of Oudong to visit the impressive pagoda and monastery.

Enrich

Learn how to pray in a Buddhist pagoda and partake in a ceremony to receive a blessing from a monk, all whilst donating towards the daily meal of the resident nuns and monks.

Drive a short distance to Prek K’dam to re-board Scenic Spirit and continue your cruise to Kampong Cham via Phnom Penh.

Sundowners

Enjoy a cocktail reception on the sundeck against the backdrop of Phnom Penh’s lights as the ship sails past the capital at sunset.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Wat Hanchey > Kampong Cham

Highlights:

Scenic Freechoice

Walk (or drive) to the top of Wat Hanchey, an ancient hilltop pagoda and monastery to meet the resident novice monks. Sail downstream to Kampong Cham.

Freechoice

Learn about the history behind Phnom Pros (Man Hill) and Wat Nokor. Alternatively explore the ecotourism village of Cheung Kok or visit a rubber plantation factory and betel nut village.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Mekong Cruise > Siem Reap

Highlights:

Scenic Enrich – Phare Circus

Discover the countryside of Cambodia on your drive to your hotel in Siem Reap, your stylish three night Special Stay located in the heart of the town.

Enrich

Take your Premium reserved seat at the colourful Cambodian Circus, Phare.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9 - Siem Reap

Highlights:

Angkor Temples Exploration

Visit the jungle covered Ta Prohm Temple before stopping at Angkor Thom and the multi-faced Bayon Temple. Later in the afternoon visit the colossal Angkor Wat. Take advantage of your free night to visit the night markets.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 10 - Siem Reap

Highlights:

Scenic Enrich – Sunrise Angkor Wat, Scenic Enrich – Temple dinner

Enrich

Marvel at sunrise over the magnificent Angkor Wat before moving to a special location for a champagne breakfast with food prepared by an NGO supported local bakery school.

Freechoice

Discover Banteay Srei and visit the Landmine Museum or admire the skills on display at Artisans D’Angkor. Alternatively, cruise on Tonle Sap (seasonal), take a tuk tuk ride to the markets, or a tethered balloon ride above Angkor Wat (weather dependent) before visiting a Pouk Silk Farm and Preah Khan Temple.

Enrich

Enjoy a magical themed gala dinner at an Angkor temple in front of candle lit temple ruins, with included drinks and featuring Apsara dancers.

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11 - Siem Reap

Highlights:

Farewell

Depart Cambodia treasuring many wonderful memories.

Meals included: Breakfast

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From the flavour and culture of Vietnam to the colour and history of Cambodia, your senses will be charmed along the length of the Mekong and heightened by the treasures of Siem Reap.

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