Highlights:

-       Explore a great alternative for cruise aficionados with less time at their hands connecting the "Pearl of the Orient" with the "Paris of the East" giving you some awe inspiring moments underway - deep in the Mekong Delta

-       Enjoy the senses of the bustling Cai Be floating markets

-       Experience the culture and taste the typical foods with special cuisines.

-       Have an opportunity for tourists to meet locals

-       Cruising cross the most multiple areas  along Mekong river

Itinerary:

Day 1                            Saigon - Cai Be

Bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of Saigon while settling into your cabin. The ship will begin by meandering along busy ports and waterways. Soon after, the change is abrupt and you will find yourself in the UNESCO listed Mangrove Biosphere Reserve of Can Gio which had been destroyed during the Vietnam War by toxic chemicals. Amazingly, the 75 hectares of forest has come back to life through a reforestation. Enjoy a cocktail reception at the Funnel Bar and Lounge followed by a Welcome Dinner on the Sun Deck. Drop anchor just outside of Cai Be for the night.

Day 2                            Cai Be - Chau Doc

Today\'s tour starts with the visit of Cai Be\'s colorful floating market. Cruise among local sampans coming from all provinces of the delta full of fruits and vegetables. Proceed to Dong Hoa Hiep island located between Vinh Long and Cai Be. During a 40 minute cruise, discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong Delta rural life. These evergreen islands among the Mekong River still remain unknown to many people. Back on the sampans, we will lead to you to observe the activity of the biggest rice stock market in Cai Be. Further stops will allow you to see traditional brick and tile factories and how locals use palm leaves for houses. Cruise 20 minutes further to Phu An hamlet passing by Cai Be\'s beautiful cathedral. Visit some interesting home factories to see how rice paste, rice cookies and coco candies, are made, along with the longan fruit drying process. Lunch will await you at Le Longanier, a superb Indochinese villa located in a lush tropical garden by the river, surrounded by fruit orchards. After lunch, group 1 takes a stroll along the canals to experience the local environment first hand while group 2 explores the edges of the canals on bicycle. After touring the canals, head to the An Kiet ancient house to have tea with the descendants of the former imperial residents. Board The Jayavarman for a relaxing evening cruise towards Chau Doc. Moor midstream overnight.

Day 3                            Chau Doc- border crossing

Welcome to the circus of fish. The early birds will be treated to Thai Chi lessons on the Sun Deck. Brace yourself for a boat excursion to the exciting floating villages and catfish farms witnessing masses of bassa fish being fed, hand in hand with a shore excursion to the village of the local Muslim Cham community.Take a ride through this fascinating town of rich French colonial architecture and see its bustling market flooded with tropical fruits in full display by women in cone shaped palm leaf hats. Observe beautiful textiles being woven on old wooden looms; a tradition that has been passed from generation to generation. By mid-afternoon, The Jayavarman casts off for the border towards Phnom Penh.

Day 4                            Phnom Penh

Off we go early in the morning to witness a truly indescribable scene while approaching Phnom Penh\'s river promenade. Sadly, after breakfast, it is time to disembark the cruise and transfer to the hotel at 10:00 AM

Included:

·         All excursions incl. entrance fees, transportation,

·         Tour guide services (English speaking), taxes, fuel, pilots, port dues, full board,

·         Welcome and farewell diner, mineral water, coffee and tea during breakfast.

·         Transfers in Siem Reap from or to the meeting point are included

Excluded:

·         Phnom Penh port taxes per passenger of US$ 65 levied by the Cambodian Port Authority Gratuities

·         Visa and fuel surcharges if any

·         Peak season surcharge at 150USD per person on New Year’s Eve and Christmas

Children policy

·         Free of charge for children below 5 years old, in parents\' room and using existing bedding.

·         Children below 12 years - 80% off the cruise price. Children above 5 years must solely occupy a berth (extra bed supplement)

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