16 Day Vietnam & Cambodia with 7 Day Mekong River Cruise - Kampong Cham to Can Tho (Victoria Mekong) -Cat. A Suite Cabin Panorama Deck
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Tour Itinerary
DAY 1, Sunday - Depart for Cambodia
Depart for Cambodia
DAY 2, Monday - Arrive in Siem Reap
Arrive in Siem Reap, gateway to the mystical Angkor Temple Complex, and transfer to the hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Siem Reap
DAY 3, Tuesday - Full Day Angkor Thom & Angkor Wat Tour
Today, explore the architectural masterpieces of Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat, designated as one of the "Seven Wonders of the World." At the fortified city of Angkor Thom visit the Elephants Terrace and Terrace of the Leper King, all adorned with dramatic bas-reliefs. Continue to the mysterious Bayon Temple, highlight of Angkor Thom, replete with beautifully preserved bas-reliefs and more than 172 giant smiling stone faces. On to the monuments of Ta Keo, Prasat Kravan and Srah Srang before arriving at Ta Prohm, where the jungle was left untouched. The high point of the day is the visit to stunning Angkor Wat, a temple dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. World-famous for its beauty and splendor, Angkor Wat has the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the entire outer gallery walls, narrating stories from Hindu mythology. In the evening, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 5:30 PM, followed by a light dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4, Wednesday - Travel to Kampong Cham, Cruise Embarkation
Depart Siem Reap on a long drive through the lush Cambodian countryside to Kampong Cham. Along the way, stop for lunch. Arrive at the pier for your cruise embarkation. Tonight, meet your Cruise Director and enjoy dinner as it sets the mood for your cruise on the mighty Mekong River
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5, Thursday - Angkor Ban, Explore Silk Island
This morning, explore the quaint village of Angkor Ban with its wooden stilt houses and local vibe. Stroll through the streets, and interact with the locals, before heading back for lunch on board. In the afternoon, the ship docks in Silk Island. Explore the island in a three-wheeled tuk tuk, and discover the intricate art of silk weaving. Learn about the entire silk production process, from silk larvae to the creation of textiles using traditional looms. Chance to observe local families weaving the iconic Cambodian krama
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Friday - Koh Chen, Vipassana Dhura Meditation Center
After breakfast, take a walking tour of the village of Koh Chen. One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to a local copper and silversmith workshop. Witness skilled artisans as they demonstrate the techniques of copper and silver crafting. Next, travel to Oudong, the ancient capital of Cambodia with a stop at the fascinating Vipassana Dhura Meditation Center. In 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, and attend an interesting lecture about Cambodia as well as learn some basic Khmer phrases
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Saturday - Phnom Penh City Tour
Hop on a three-wheeled cyclo, and ride to the majestic Royal Palace complex, a compound of Khmer-style structures with gilded spires. These ornate buildings have served as the royal residence of the kings of Cambodia since the 1860s. Within these walls, see the glittering Silver Pagoda with its floor of over 5,000 silver tiles. Next, walk to the nearby National Museum, a masterpiece of Khmer architectural glory, home to over 14,000 historical items, including Khmer art, ceramics, and archaeological treasures. Following lunch, drive to Choeung Ek, one of the mass grave sites of the Killing Fields. The memorial here is dedicated to those who lost their lives in the late 1970s during the Khmer Rouge regime. Tonight, watch a lively performance of Khmer Apsara dancing
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8, Sunday - Tan Chau Village
As the ship sails towards the Cambodia-Vietnam border, begin the day with an early yoga class followed by a leisurely breakfast. Participate in many onboard activities including a tour of the ship, mini-golf tournament, or simply admire the scenery. In the afternoon, the ship sails into Vietnamese waters, and anchors near Tan Chau Village. Tender sampans take you ashore to visit the local market, and colorful temple which is the spiritual center for local residents. This evening, watch a traditional Vietnamese lion dance, followed by dinner. The ship sets sail for Vam Nao
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Monday - Phu Tan, Tiger Island
Cruise towards Phu Tan district of An Giang province in the Mekong Delta. Tender ashore to visit a craft village, known for its handmade 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. Return to the ship, and continue sailing. The ship docks near Tiger Island from where you head ashore by sampan. Begin the exploration of Tiger Island in a "xe loi," a modified three-wheeled bicycle. Discover the art of plant pot and incense making, and continue with a visit to a site locally known as "Mr. Tiger's Temple" while hearing the story that gave the island its name
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10, Tuesday - Long Xuyen Floating Market, An Giang Museum, Dinh Yen Village
In the morning, visit the vibrant Long Xuyen Floating Market. Engage with local vendors, and experience the lively atmosphere. Next, venture to the An Giang Museum, showcasing the diverse cultures, traditions, and historical milestones of the An Giang province. Return to the ship, and continue sailing towards the village of Dinh Yen where we'll observe colorful straw mats being woven on mechanized looms. On the way, 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. Attend a traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music performance known as Don Ca Tai Tu, and bid farewell to your Cruise Director during dinner
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11, Wednesday - Disembarkation, Travel to Ho Chi Minh
Disembark the ship at Can Tho, and travel through the lush Vietnamese countryside to Ho Chi Minh (formerly Saigon). Arrive, and check into your hotel in Ho Chi Minh, followed by an orientation walk of the city. Balance of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12, Thursday - Explore Ho Chi Minh
This morning, embark on a guided tour of Ho Chi Minh, which includes the neo-Romanesque Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office with its French style architecture, City Hall, and the magnificent Saigon Opera House. From here, visit lively Ben Thanh Market, where an unbelievable assortment of wares and crafts are sold under one roof. Continue to Dong Khoi Street, a major shopping thoroughfare in the center of the city. Then, take a cyclo ride, through the heart of bustling Chinatown
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 13, Friday - Full Day in Ho Chi Minh
Today is at leisure to further explore the city on your own or, join the optional half day tour to Cu Chi Tunnels. They were part of an underground tunnel network built by the Viet Cong to control a largely rural area near Saigon. The Cu Chi network includes 125 miles of tunnels with many branches connecting to underground hideouts, weapon factories, hospitals, shelters, and other tunnels. The rest of your day is at leisure before dinner this evening
Optional: Half Day Cu Chi Tunnels (AM)
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 14, Saturday - Flight to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex
Depart Ho Chi Minh, and transfer to the airport for the flight to Hanoi, Vietnam's vibrant capital. Upon arrival, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex. View the imposing Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, which houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, the beloved founder of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. Discover the serene One Pillar Pagoda and stroll through the peaceful surroundings of the historic Ba Dinh Square. View the exterior of the Presidential Palace, and Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, before checking into your hotel. Spend the balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 15, Sunday - Hanoi City Tour, Evening Water Puppet Show
Today, visit the Museum of Ethnology, center for the preservation and exhibition of cultural heritage for over 50 ethnic groups in Vietnam. In the evening, attend a performance of the world-famous Water Puppet Show, accompanied by a traditional Vietnamese orchestra and Cheo (a form of opera). The show depicts a series of ancient Vietnamese folktales, acted out by puppets over a pool of water. Tonight at dinner, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
Please Note: Land Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.
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Escorted Package Includes
Other departure cities available.
Special Features
Flights from the USA may arrive on DAY 3. Included sightseeing commences in the morning on Day 3
†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
Not Included:
Optional tours and gratuities.
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers, but does include Ho Chi Minh-Hanoi flight for the Kampong Cham to Can Tho itinerary, and Siem Reap-Hanoi flight for the Can Tho to Kampong Cham itinerary.
The tour with Can Tho to Kampong Cham itinerary, begins in Ho Chi Minh, and ends in Hanoi.
Accommodation Details:
Triple rooms are not available for this tour.
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