A Mekong Experience
A Mekong Experience
$4253
A Mekong Experience
14 Days Starting and ending in UK
Visiting: Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Tiger Island, Tan Chau, Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh, Angkor, Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1612
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 28
Age range:
12-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on "A Mekong Experience," a captivating journey through Cambodia and Vietnam, where cultural immersion meets luxury. Begin in Saigon, testing your senses with a unique dining experience at Noir. Explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels and iconic city sights before boarding the elegant Victoria Mekong for a four-night river cruise. Discover local industries on Tiger Island, visit a Cao Dai temple, and enjoy onboard entertainment, including a traditional music show and a lion dance. Cross into Cambodia, exploring Phnom Penh by cyclo and delving into its poignant history. In Siem Reap, marvel at the temples of Angkor, cruise Tonle Sap Lake, and learn traditional Cambodian cooking. Stay in luxurious accommodations, including the Muong Thanh Saigon Centre and the Queen Grand Boutique Hotel and Spa, ensuring comfort throughout your adventure. This tour offers a perfect blend of sightseeing, cultural experiences, and relaxation, making it an unforgettable Southeast Asian escape.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2 Fly To Saigon
Location: Saigon
Accommodation Name: Muong Thanh Saigon Centre
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly overnight to Saigon. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 3 Cu Chi Tunnels
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Accommodation Name: Muong Thanh Saigon Centre
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Confront the reality of guerrilla warfare at the astonishing Cu Chi Tunnels, used by the Viet Cong during the war. Return to Saigon to explore the iconic sights, such as the Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office, before a 'dining in the dark' experience at Noir.
Day 4 Board The Victoria Mekong
Location: Can Tho
Accommodation Name: Victoria Mekong
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, transfer to the meeting point in Saigon, where you will say goodbye to your National Escort and be picked up for your cruise by your local guide from Victoria Mekong. Drive to Can Tho, stopping en route for lunch. Board the Victoria Mekong which, after a welcome briefing, will cast off into the waters of the Mekong Delta. Dine on delicious local cuisine at the welcome dinner and enjoy a traditional music show as you cruise upstream. Later, retire to your comfortable stateroom for the night.
Day 5 Tiger Island
Location: Tiger Island
Accommodation Name: Victoria Mekong
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tender ashore to Tiger Island, where you will enjoy an exploration of local industries such as net weaving, incense making and banh in (rice cakes) making. Sit down to dinner and evening entertainment before retiring to your cabin. Tonight, the ship will drop anchor at Vam Nao.
Day 6 Tan Chau
Location: Tan Chau
Accommodation Name: Victoria Mekong
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue your cruise with excursions around Tan Chau, including a stop at a Cao Dai temple, a silk village and the option of a visit to the submerged Tra Su Forest. In the evening, enjoy a thrilling lion dance performance on board.
Day 7 Into Cambodia
Location: Sisowath Quay
Accommodation Name: Victoria Mekong
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cross over into Cambodia, taking in the passing scenery. Onboard activities such as cocktail making will be available. In the late afternoon, dock at Sisowath Quay for a traditional Apsara performance and a farewell dinner.
Day 8 Disembark In Phnom Penh
Location: Phnom Penh
Accommodation Name: Queen Grand Boutique Hotel and Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bid farewell to the Victoria Mekong this morning as you dock in Phnom Penh, where you will meet your new Cambodian National Escort. Board a cyclo to explore the main sights of the city such as the Silver Pagoda and Wat Phnom, before ending the day with a local beer at a sky bar.
Day 9 History Of Phnom Penh
Location: Phnom Penh
Accommodation Name: Queen Grand Boutique Hotel and Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day reflecting on the history of the city with a visit to the Tuol Sleng Museum and Killing Fields, locations that provide chilling reminders of the Khmer Rouge regime. Later on, fly to Siem Reap.
Day 10 Temples Of Angkor
Location: Angkor
Accommodation Name: Lotus Blanc Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rising early, journey to the old city of Angkor Thom and pass through the magnificent South Gate flanked by 54 gods and demons. At Angkor Thom's centre is the enigmatic Bayon, a breath-taking temple of innumerable sculptural decorations. Also admire the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue to Ta Prohm before the rest of the day is dedicated to Angkor Wat, the most magnificent, and best preserved of all of Angkor's treasures.
Day 11 Tonle Sap Lake
Location: Tonle Sap Lake
Accommodation Name: Lotus Blanc Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
High Water Season (Aug to Feb) Enjoy a morning cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, visiting the floating village of Kampong Phluk and observing the way of life of these lake communities. Low Water Season (Mar to Jul) Visit Chong Kneas floating village. This evening enjoy a rollicking performance of the Phare Cambodian Circus.
Day 12 Khmer Cooking Class
Accommodation Name: Lotus Blanc Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel by tuk tuk to a cooking lesson, where you will learn to prepare traditional Khmer dishes. Spend your afternoon at leisure before a farewell dinner.
Day 13 - 14 : Days 13-14 Fly Siem Reap To Uk
Location: Siem Reap
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to the UK, arriving home the following day.
What's Included
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4* Accommodation
The tour includes 4-star accommodation throughout the journey.
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All Meals
All meals are included during the tour.
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Entrance Fees, Guides, and Daily Tours
Entrance fees, guides, and daily tours are included in the package.
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Visa Fees for UK Passport Holders
Visa fees for UK passport holders are included in the tour package.
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tipping is not included and is expected to be given to guides and drivers as per the tour's tipping policy.
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Drinks with Meals
Drinks with meals are not included, except aboard the Victoria Mekong.
Accommodation
Experience luxury and comfort with stays at Muong Thanh Saigon Centre, Victoria Mekong, Queen Grand Boutique Hotel and Spa, and Lotus Blanc Resort. Enjoy amenities like flat-screen TVs, private balconies, spas, pools, and complimentary Wi-Fi, all set in prime locations for exploring Vietnam and Cambodia.
Experiences
Cruise the Mekong Delta
Cruise the Mekong in style aboard the contemporary Victoria Mekong with state-of-the-art facilities and an itinerary packed with culturally-immersive shore excursions and onboard activities.
Uncover Cambodia's History at the Circus
A rip-roaring combination of theatre, music, dance and circus, Phare: the Cambodian
Circus, tells tales woven from local folklore, history and modern life in a unique, magical and authentically-Cambodian way.
Dine in the Dark
Place your trust in your other senses on a fun 'dining in the dark' experience at Noir,
a Saigon restaurant that works with local people who are blind or visually-impaired.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a combination of flights, luxury river cruising on the Victoria Mekong, and local transfers. Enjoy seamless transitions between destinations, with onboard entertainment and excursions enhancing your journey through Vietnam and Cambodia.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides 4-star accommodation, including stays at Muong Thanh Saigon Centre, Victoria Mekong, Queen Grand Boutique Hotel and Spa, and Lotus Blanc Resort. These accommodations offer various amenities such as free WiFi, swimming pools, spas, and on-site dining options.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, all meals are included in the tour package. This includes meals during the river cruise on the Victoria Mekong.
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What activities are available on the Victoria Mekong cruise?
During the Victoria Mekong cruise, guests can enjoy a welcome dinner with traditional music, explore local industries on Tiger Island, visit a Cao Dai temple and a silk village, and participate in onboard activities such as cocktail making. There is also evening entertainment including a lion dance performance and a traditional Apsara performance.
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What cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes several cultural experiences such as exploring the Cu Chi Tunnels, a 'dining in the dark' experience at Noir in Saigon, a cyclo tour of Phnom Penh, and a visit to the Tuol Sleng Museum and Killing Fields. Additionally, guests can enjoy a traditional Cambodian cookery class and a performance by the Phare Cambodian Circus.
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Is there a tipping policy for the tour?
Yes, the tour operates a tipping policy where a stated amount is given to your national escort at the beginning of the tour. This amount is then disbursed to local guides and drivers throughout the tour. This policy is designed to be convenient for travelers and fair to local staff.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
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Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.
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What is 'Happy to Share'?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.
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Do you allow children on your tours?
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
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