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This magnificent 17-day adventure through Vietnam and Cambodia includes a seven-night cruise along the Mekong in a suite on board the luxurious Mekong Jewel.
Before boarding the Mekong Jewel you'll have two days in Ho Chi Minh City, where you can witness ancient history melding with modernity in Vietnam's largest city.
There'll be 13 immersive excursions included in your itinerary, hosted by local, English-speaking experts. Discover the harrowing and brutal history of the Khmer Rouge, receive a water blessing from a Buddhist Monk, and visit local villagers in their homes.
A real highlight will be exploring the archaeological site of Angkor, where you'll see the remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire, including the exceptional temple complex of Angkor Wat.
Your tour ends in Hanoi, where you'll take a tour of the city, wandering its pretty boulevards lined with trees and stately buildings, and spending a night in a luxury hotel before flying home.
Departs most Tuesdays and Fridays until 10 December 2024, 2025 dates also available, offer available on selected dates, please call for details.
Please note, some departures run in the reverse order, departing from Hanoi and finishing in Ho Chi Minh City.
* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a suite, subject to availability and based on 6 December 2024 departure date. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Price includes saving of up to £500pp, saving is capacity controlled, book by 31 May 2024. Other departure dates are available, please call to enquire. Single supplement applies, please call to enquire. Deposit 15%. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Uniworld River Cruises Limited.
Today you'll depart from the UK on your economy flight from London, which is included in the price of your holiday.
Your flight arrives today at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, where you'll be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the Park Hyatt Saigon.
Tonight, consider popping out to explore the lively Ben Thanh Night Market or one of the city's quintessential evening cafés to start your adventure.
*Please note: Order of itinerary may change depending on departure date. Some departures run Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, some departures run Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City.
Experience how ancient history melds with the boisterous present in Vietnam's largest city, where skyscrapers tower over ancient temples and motorbikes putter along picturesque alleys.
Today's featured excursion provides a fascinating glimpse of the Viet Cong's vast network of incredibly narrow tunnels dating back to the Vietnam War. Following lunch, you'll be taken to the Mekong Jewel where you'll embark and settle into your Luxury Balcony suite.
Take the opportunity to explore the ship's wonderful facilities, including two dining venues, a spa, swimming pool, and nail bar.
Today, you'll witness the hustle and bustle of delta river life as the local traders take their produce to market. After breakfast, you'll board a traditional sampan(wooden river boat) and explore the narrow canals and backwaters of this famed region.
There's an included excursion to the untouched island of Tien Loi, where you can see how local farmers make rooster cages, decorate bonsais in their yards and more.
Upon arrival at Vinh Long, your sampans will bring you to a traditional rice factory. This evening, back on board, you'll dine on an authentic Vietnamese meal.
Following breakfast, continue your journey via sampan, where you'll observe the daily routines of the villagers in Sa Dec. Visit a colorful temple, the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le and then venture to Gieng Island, where you'll experience how a local family makes incense sticks and the conical hat.
Today you'll visit the local island village of Hong Ngu, a major producer of the traditional Khmer scarves located not far from the Vietnam-Cambodia border. Since they're woven in many homes around the village, you'll have the opportunity to see the process first-hand.
You'll also stop at a local temple dedicated to a unique religion founded in this area of Vietnam, Hoa Hoa. Your last and most interesting visit of the day will be a visit to the local home of a retired VC General.
Today, you'll discover the thriving capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia, Phnom Penh. It stands at the juncture of three captivating rivers and represents a dizzying blend of architectural styles-French colonial, Khmer, modern and everything in between. Here, you'll find an alluring riverside esplanade amid numerous bewitching Buddhist temples, palaces and artefacts.
Today's featured excursion may be the most profound and memorable experience of your entire journey. You'll learn about the infamous Killing Fields of the Khmer Rouge and visit a former school-turned-prison that is now a genocide museum.
If yesterday was an exploration of Cambodia's dark past, today is a celebration of the country's bright future. You'll meet young children at a local school and friendly villagers in their homes, and have a rare opportunity to receive an unforgettable water blessing from local Buddhist monks.
You'll disembark in the morning and transfer via executive motorcoach to Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor, the legendary archaeological site. You will enjoy three nights at the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort, minutes away from the famed temple complex of Angkor Wat.
Today is a bucket-list kind of day as you explore the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, a gigantic religious complex that is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and among the largest religious structures in the world.
Today you will enter the spectacular remnants of Angkor Thom, the royal city. Built during the heyday of the Khmer dynasty in the 12th century, this extraordinary complex of Hindu and Buddhist monuments was once lost to the world for many years, hidden under dense jungle vines.
Enjoy free time in Siem Reap before your flight to Hanoi. On arrival, check in to your luxury accommodation, the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel.
Hanoi's elegant boulevards are lined with trees and handsome buildings, as you'll see on today's fascinating tour of the city. At the same time, this lively cultural center-Vietnam's capital city-is replete with bustling streets, food vendors, museums and historic sites, making for an intriguing study in contrast that rivals any other metropolitan destination.
Check out of your luxury hotel and head to the airport for your flight home.
Today you arrive in the UK.
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* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a suite, subject to availability and based on 6 December 2024 departure date. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Price includes saving of up to £500pp, saving is capacity controlled, book by 31 May 2024. Other departure dates are available, please call to enquire. Single supplement applies, please call to enquire. Deposit 15%. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Uniworld River Cruises Limited.