FAR EAST Local life
Bassac Cruise
Pandaw River Cruise
LOWER MEKONG CRUISING
As the Mekong enters the lush landscapes of central Southeast Asia it fl ows into Cambodia and on into Vietnam and the Mekong Delta. This remarkable river affords an opportunity to enjoy a cruise between the ancient temples of Angkor at Siem Reap and the vibrant city of Saigon, a cultural and visual feast.
PANDAW RIVER CRUISES, MEKONG RIVER Pandaw Cruises offer luxury cruising along the mighty Mekong. Their beautifully hand-built ships are constructed in the fi nest teak by traditional craftsmen. On board a mixture of local and European cuisine is served with the chance to watch the passing scenery drift by as you enjoy your meal.
TOUM TIOU CRUISES, MEKONG RIVER Charming and intimate, the 10 cabin Toum Tiou and its 14 cabin sister ship, ply the waters of the Lower Mekong, offering a tasteful and relaxing way to enjoy the delights of the ‘Mother of all Waters’. Traditionally built, both boats operate primarily between Saigon and Siem Reap, offering a choice of routes and duration.
KRATIE DOLPHIN CRUISE The Mekong River, near the town of Kratie, provides one of the best places in the world to fi nd rare Irrawaddy River dolphins. Only possible during August and September, when the river levels rise, the Toum Tiou 2 offers a 5 night cruise itinerary in search of these rare and captivating creatures.
PANDAW MEKONG CRUISE 14 Days from £3245 pp twin share with flights
Colonial cruising along the mighty Mekong River from Saigon to Angkor Wat.
DAY 1 - Fly to Saigon Thai Airways fl ight from Heathrow to Saigon via Bangkok. DAYS 2/3 - Saigon
Arrive in Saigon for 2 nights at the Renaissance Riverside Hotel. Visit the bustling market, Notre Dame Cathedral and the Presidential Palace. Optional excursions to visit Cu Chi tunnels and Cao Dai Temple.
DAYS 4 to 10 - Cruising on the Mekong River Embark on the Pandaw cruise for 7-nights upstream to Siem Reap with sightseeing each day including fl oating markets, Cham tribal villages, Phnom Penh, temple visits and a wetland excursion looking for birdlife.
DAYS 11 to 13 - Siem Reap
Disembark near Siem Reap for 3 nights at the Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa. Experience a spectacular sunset at Angkor Wat and spend 2 full days taking in the magnifi cent temples of Angkor.
DAY 14 - Fly to the UK Fly to Bangkok. Thai Airways fl ight to Heathrow.
DEPARTURES JAN-MAR & SEP-DEC
Please note that on certain dates the cruise will operate in the reverse direction and will start in Saigon, Vietnam and end in Siem Reap, Cambodia.
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