Evergreen Vietnam & Cambodia Mekong River Cruising 2020-2021

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2020/2021 M E KO N G R I V E R C R U I S I N G & T O U R I N G

Take a closer look at Evergreen Cruises & Tours – A World of Discovery

A World of Discovery

Welcome.................................................................................................1

Emerald Harmony Cabin Plans..............................................................38

The Evergreen Experience......................................................................2

Emerald Harmony Deck Plan............................................................... 40

Emerald Harmony Star-Ship....................................................................4

Discover More.......................................................................................42

Cruise & Tour in Style..............................................................................6

Premium First Class Hotels.................................................................. 44

Your Suites & Staterooms.......................................................................8

Pre & Post Tour Accommodation..........................................................45

A Journey of Discovery.........................................................................10

Extension Packages and Add-ons........................................................ 46

You’re Invited........................................................................................12

Terms and Conditions.......................................................................... 48

A Perfect Night’s Sleep.........................................................................14 The Flavours of Asia..............................................................................16 Explorer Loyalty Program.....................................................................18 Earlybird Offers.....................................................................................20

Vietnam and Cambodia Cruise the Magnificent Mekong............................................................22 21 Day Grand Tour of Vietnam & Cambodia and Majestic Mekong River Cruise (EWHH.1)...........................................24 21 Day Grand Tour of Cambodia & Vietnam and Majestic Mekong River Cruise (EWHH.2)..........................................26 17 Day Treasures & Temples of Vietnam and Majestic Mekong River Cruise (EWHA.1)...........................................28 17 Day Temples & Treasures of Vietnam and Majestic Mekong River Cruise (EWHA.2)..........................................30 13 Day Majestic Mekong Discoverer Cruise (EWVS)...............................32 8 Day Majestic Mekong River Cruise (EWVC)..........................................34 11 Day Best of Vietnam (EVHH)..............................................................36

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Welcome

Evergreen Cruises & Tours’ Spectacular Vietnam & Cambodia

Hoi An, Vietnam

We invite you to join us on a journey to the exciting destinations of Vietnam and Cambodia, colourful and exotic lands that will open your senses.

Experience these magnificent countries in the style and comfort for which Evergreen Cruises & Tours is renowned, on board the new Emerald Harmony, freshly launched in August 2019.

Take in picturesque Halong Bay on board a traditional junk, learn about the imperial capital of Hue, and soak up the magnificence of

Our team of local experts will proudly show you the best that Vietnam and Cambodia have to offer. Our friendly Tour and Cruise Directors, Coach Drivers, Local Guides and Cruise Ship Crew do more than just their job, they go out of their way to ensure you’re totally satisfied with every sightseeing experience and excursion. You will gain a unique perspective into world famous icons, as well as some of Vietnam and Cambodia’s most magnificent regions.

While our itineraries are comprehensive, you will also appreciate freedom for personal discoveries in your own time.

In this brochure, you’ll find a combination of the very best and most affordable

river cruising and touring programs, including superb sightseeing, quality meals and excellent service.

Established for 40 years, Evergreen are experts in touring and cruising.

We have developed handcrafted itineraries to deliver the right balance of must-see sights, cultural interactions, local insights and culinary delights, as well as uncovering some of the region’s best kept secrets.

Discover for yourself why Evergreen is the most relaxing and convenient way to explore the spectacular Mekong.

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Vietnam and Cambodia are rich and vibrant lands full of beautiful landscapes, welcoming people, superb food, deep culture and poignant history. Evergreen will ensure you not only experience the highlights of these incredible destinations, but also meet the people and uncover the hidden wonders that make these places so special.

one of the most incredible set of ruins in the world, Angkor Wat. With Evergreen, you can experience all the must-see attractions, destinations and scenery you expect, as well as breathtaking sights you never knew existed.

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The Evergreen Experience Inclusions that exceed your expectations

Left: Angkor Wat, Siem Reap Top right: Floating markets, Mekong Delta Bottom right: Buddhist monks

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Evergreen Cruises & Tours has an excellent reputation for quality, value and professional service. From start to finish, we carefully plan, arrange and coordinate every aspect of your holiday. Our itineraries are cleverly designed with the appropriate balance of inclusions, must-see sights and free time, all planned to unlock the richness and vibrancy of Vietnam and Cambodia.

At Evergreen, we pride ourselves on including all the essentials for a seamless touring experience. This ensures that not only are your deluxe hotels, must-see attractions, local experiences, specialist Tour and Cruise Directors, most meals and all transport included, but there are also no hidden costs such as hotel porterage, taxes, tips and gratuities.

As part of the Scenic Group, we use the organisation’s purchasing power and impeccable reputation to ensure we pass on the best value and service to you.

With 40 years experience, Evergreen are cruising and touring specialists and we aim to bring you real life experiences and reveal the hidden gems of Vietnam and Cambodia.

Our inclusions bring to life the Vietnam and Cambodia you’ve always imagined. We know you’ll never forget the moment you first lay eyes on stunning Halong Bay, the excitement you feel discovering the remarkable Cu Chi Tunnels or the unforgettable feeling as you approach the ancient ruins of Angkor Wat. Each one is a unique, unsurpassed gem and an included premium highlight with Evergreen that makes your tour complete.

With the diverse and natural beauty of the land, the warm and welcoming people, rich history and culture and the delicious cuisine, combined with first class accommodation, coaches, Tour Directors, Cruise Directors and Coach Drivers, we have hand crafted the perfect holiday that will leave memories lasting a lifetime.

Look out for our Discover More and You’re Invited program highlighted on each itinerary page in coloured text.

Discover More A range of extra sightseeing allowing you to personalise your holiday in your free time.

You’re Invited Extra special inclusions such as a traditional Buddhist monk blessing in one of the Oudong Temples.

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Emerald Harmony Star-Ship The Mekong’s newest and most innovative river cruise ship freshly launched in August

EMERALD HARMONY Top left: Emerald Harmony, sailing along the Mekong Bottom left: Lotus Lounge Right: Daytime Pool

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We’re proud to introduce the newest generation of contemporary luxury to the Mekong River. Freshly launched in August 2019, expect a stylish and spacious ship designed to ensure the most comfortable journey as you breathe in the history of the mighty Mekong. This is the most relaxing and convenient way to experience Vietnam and Cambodia.

Evergreen Cruises & Tours partners with sister company, Emerald Waterways, whose award-winning Star-Ships are luxury floating hotels. Impressive from the moment you step on board, Emerald Harmony sets new standards and offers guests the opportunity to experience the finest vessel in South East Asia.

Unlike other similar sized ships, we have specifically designed Emerald Harmony

to sail into the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, allowing us to dock in the heart of this cosmopolitan city.

Exceptional features like floor-to-ceiling windows in the Horizon Bar and Lounge provide a sense of light and space, whilst dark wooden interiors and indigenous plants create an authentic and intimate environment.

The Reflections Restaurant features open seating, perfect for relaxed dining and socialising. Savour a wonderful variety of Asian-inspired dishes featuring the freshest local ingredients, as well as a selection of home favourites, perfect for the days you crave something more familiar.

This is a wonderful way to conclude

a day of exploration, or prepare for one of your included excursions.

The Lotus Lounge on the ship’s bow is perfect for a delicious snack or sip of your favourite drink as you watch the endless Mekong horizons unfold.

Take a refreshing dip in the pool, before enjoying a selection of drinks from the bar. Sit back and relax in one of the comfortable chairs or sun loungers in the open air space, or take shelter from the sun, as the river breeze invigorates you.

Every one of our suites and staterooms are chic modern sanctuaries, fusing authentic Asian style with contemporary design. With all the amenities you’d expect from a world-class hotel, you’ll

enjoy a restful sleep, as well as an ensuite bathroom, luxury toiletries and bathrobes.

Once back from your included excursion, unwind by watching films on your HD flat-screen television and keep up to date with loved ones, using complimentary Wi-Fi. Most of our suites feature an indoor balcony with innovative drop-down glass window, instantly transforming this space at the press of a button.

As you would expect from a deluxe hotel, our wellness area allows you to keep active in the well-equipped gym or treat yourself to a soothing massage or facial in our beautiful onboard spa where our experts are on hand to make you feel great. These truly remarkable spaces have been designed with your total relaxation in mind. evergreentours.com.au

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Cruise & Tour in Style Emerald Harmony allows you to enjoy the best service every day from an experienced and professional crew

EMERALD HARMONY Left: Horizon Bar & Lounge Top right: Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite Terrace Bottom right: Reflections Restaurant

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Every one of our unforgettable cruises has been designed to showcase the best of the local region.

Relax in the comfort of your luxurious suite or take in the panoramic views from the sun deck as views of ancient pagodas, small villages and river life pass you by. After welcoming you on board, simply unpack once, settle in and feel right at home!

It takes special qualities to become an Evergreen and Emerald Waterways Cruise and Tour Director, including a passion for Vietnam and Cambodia’s diverse history and culture and the in-depth knowledge of a living encyclopedia! They are your personal storyteller, art expert, historian,

interpreter and problem solver all in one.

Your English-speaking Cruise or Tour Director provides expert commentary to enhance your holiday experience, sharing fascinating insights into history and culture.

On your river cruise, you’ll enjoy at least one included guided shore excursion every day. On these tours, you’ll also receive your own personal ‘whisper’ headset so you don’t miss any of the fascinating information your Local Guide will present.

Why not take the opportunity to customise your holiday through our ‘Discover More’ program. Some have limited availability so pre-book with your travel agent before you

leave home to avoid disappointment (extra expense, see pages 42-43 for more information).

Cruise the Mekong River on board the luxurious and newly built Emerald Harmony, launched in August 2019.

The Mekong Delta is known as the “rice bowl” of Vietnam and is a lively river delta where traditional life and Vietnamese agriculture thrive. Explore this fascinating region filled with floating markets, quaint villages and cultural diversity, while enjoying all the luxurious comforts on board your exclusive Emerald Waterways Star-Ship.

Emerald Harmony. Expect a spacious ship and a warm and welcoming crew who ensure you have the most comfortable journey possible.

There are plenty of opportunities to unwind, relax on deck, take photos and converse with new friends as you wind your way along the waterways of Vietnam and Cambodia.

You’ll be accommodated in style with superb fittings and decor, as well as a choice of suites and staterooms on evergreentours.com.au

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Your Suites & Staterooms Emerald Harmony features contemporary design and comfort inspired by innovation

EMERALD HARMONY Top left: Emerald Stateroom Bottom left: Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite Right: Grand Balcony Suite

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Whatever your budget, you’ll be accommodated in style with superb fittings and contemporary décor.

All suites and staterooms include a flat screen TV with infotainment system, personally controlled air conditioning units, mini-bar1, a personal safe, fridge, hairdryer, hotel standard beds and an ensuite bathroom. All cabins have river views plus there’s complimentary Wi-Fi and daily bottled water.

The prestigious upper level Pool Deck is in a class of its own. Featuring elevated views, the Pool Deck is home to the Owner’s One Bedroom Suites, Grand Balcony Suites and Emerald Balcony Suites as well as the tranquil Daytime Pool & Bar.

For a true taste of luxury, the spacious Owner’s One Bedroom Suites are nearly three times the size of an Emerald Stateroom. They feature a full outside balcony complete with Jacuzzi and a separate bedroom and living area, making them perfect for entertaining.

With a deluxe walk-in wardrobe, larger bathroom, complimentary mini-bar and a host of other services, these suites will delight the river cruise connoisseur. You’ll also be entitled to four laundered items per day, pre-dinner canapés in your suite and an invite to dine at the Captain’s Table.

Spacious Grand Balcony Suites are situated on the Pool Deck. In addition to the full outdoor balcony, which converts into a sunroom at the touch

of a button offering the luxury of extra space, enjoy the convenience of the complimentary mini-bar, two items laundered per day as well as canapés and after dinner sweets in your suites as part of our superior Emerald Concierge Service, available only to Owners One-Bedroom Suites and Grand Balcony Suites.

The spacious Emerald Balcony Suites are located on the Pool, Horizon and Vista Decks. These suites feature an innovative panoramic view spanning the width of your cabin. At the touch of a button, the top section of your floor-to-ceiling window drops down to form a balcony space, with inspirational views and fresh air at your command. This is a refreshingly

different indoor balcony space to enjoy while cruising the beautiful Mekong River.

The Emerald Staterooms are located on the Riviera Deck and represent superb value without compromising on quality. Due to their position on the lower deck, they have a porthole window. They do, however, feature the same stylish amenities as the Emerald Balcony Suites such as opulent en-suite bathroom, complimentary onboard bathrobes, slippers and a mini-fridge1 as well as an alarm clock and safe.

Full details of all Suites and Staterooms are available on pages 38-39.

1. Mini-bar contents are an extra cost.

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A Journey of Discovery Explore and uncover hidden treasures

Left: Halong Bay, Vietnam Top right: Local children, Vietnam Bottom right: Bayon Temple, Siem Reap

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Vietnam and Cambodia are exotic lands known for bringing the senses to life and with such rich sights, sounds, tastes and smells on offer, you are certain to have an unforgettable journey.

Hanoi, in the north of Vietnam, is a romantic city that smoothly combines modern and traditional Asia. In Halong Bay, emerald waters engulf hundreds of sheer limestone pillars that tower from the water, covered in lush green vegetation.

An overnight cruise here is a must and is a wonderfully relaxing way to soak up the incredible scenery.

Central Vietnam has two of the most captivating cities in Asia.

Hue, the former imperial capital, is culturally rich, surrounded with palaces and tombs of former Emperors, elaborate pagodas and temples lining the Perfume River. Hoi An is a town bursting with charm. Cobblestone streets are lined with colourful doorways filled with traditional lanterns. Surrounded by abundant farm lands and beaches, Hoi An is always a favourite among guests.

In the South, we find a significant and somewhat tragic history, bustling cities and fertile lands. Ho Chi Minh City is a busy metropolis thriving on progress while still offering strong traditions as well as living reminders of the Vietnam War. Nearby are the Cu Chi Tunnels which are a fascinating

network of underground tunnels made by the communist guerrillas.

The Mekong Delta is known as the “rice bowl� of Vietnam and is a lovely river delta where traditional life and Vietnamese agriculture thrive.

capital city and having indelible memories of a tragic and touching past. Siem Reap houses the famous ruins of Angkor Wat and its surrounding temples. Not to be missed, an exploration of the ruins is a highlight of any visit to the region.

Cruise the Mekong River on board one of the newest and most opulent river boats sailing these waters, Emerald Harmony. Explore this fascinating region that has developed a unique flavour filled with floating markets, quaint villages and cultural diversity while enjoying all the comforts of five star luxury onboard.

Evergreen Cruises & Tours ensures that your journey to Vietnam and Cambodia is a true journey of discovery. We bring to life the people, landscapes, history, culture and culinary delights to ensure a fulfilling and authentic experience.

Allow Evergreen and Emerald Waterways to show you the trip of a lifetime.

In Cambodia, the capital Phnom Penh provides an inspiring tale of tragedy and triumph, being both an opulent evergreentours.com.au

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You’re Invited Local experiences to immerse you in the unique culture to enhance your journey

Top left: Traditional cyclos, Hue Bottom left: Buddhist monk blessing Right: Reaching Out, Hoi An

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Let us take you on a journey into the hidden parts of Vietnam and Cambodia that only the experts know how to find.

Evergreen Cruises & Tours has included unique and exclusive experiences where our guests are welcomed into the lives of local people. Come home with a knowledge and affection of Vietnam and Cambodia far deeper than a museum or iconic landmark can offer.

In Hoi An, visit Reaching Out, an organisation which provides opportunities for people with disabilities to learn new skills in jewellery and pottery making, metal work and textiles to gain meaningful employment, helping them to lead independent and fulfilling lives.

Visit their workshop and meet local people whose lives have been improved

by Reaching Out and perhaps take home a lasting souvenir to remember your experience.

When touring through Hue’s fascinating Old City, join the locals on an authentic cyclo ride which will immerse you in the sounds and sights of the city. Finish out your day as you experience a traditional costume play Royal Dinner.

While cruising the Mekong, enjoy a traditional Lion Dance performance on board. In Hong Ngu, visit a unique, family-owned silk producing factory and in Oudong, visit the ancient Oudong Temples and receive a

traditional Buddhist Water Blessing from the temples resident monks.

In Siem Reap, witness the incredible Phare Circus. A unique Cambodian circus unlike any other involving theatre, story, dance, music and circus arts thematically infused with Cambodian history and culture.

Phare provides opportunities to street children, orphans and struggling families by training them in the art of performance and providing them with employment.

hand-picked experiences that will enrich your time and deepen your understanding of the places you visit. Learn what it’s like to be a real Vietnamese or Cambodian with our exclusive program of extra special events.

These ‘You’re Invited’ experiences enable you to connect with real people and enjoy special events to discover a hidden side of the destination. Evergreen has evergreentours.com.au

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A Perfect Night’s Sleep Quality, comfort, location and service

Left: Shinta Mani, Siem Reap Top right: Indochine Palace, Hue Bottom right: Hoi An Historic Hotel, Vietnam

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Accommodation in Vietnam and Cambodia is more than just a place to lay your head, it is often a historic or cultural experience that brings you closer to the place where you are staying.

Evergreen Cruises & Tours selects hotels that are not only known for their comfort and service, but also their history and atmosphere to ensure your holiday experience is enhanced.

On a holiday such as this, the quality and location of your hotel is important.

In Vietnam and Cambodia’s key cities, our hotels are centrally located and therefore convenient to all main attractions, an important factor when choosing your holiday. The Grand Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City is an icon.

An elegant and traditional French Colonial hotel with an idyllic location on famous Dong Khoi Street, it enjoys easy access to an abundance of shops and sights.

In Siem Reap, enjoy views overlooking the tranquil tropical gardens and stunning pool at the stylish Shinta Mani, a newly renovated boutique resort style property centrally located in the leafy French Quarter within steps of the river. With special touches added

by Bill Bensley, the master of resort architecture and exotic design, this resort will make your stay complete.

Hoi An is a town best explored on foot and there is no better hotel for this than the Hoi An Historic Hotel.

This is a charming hotel in a perfect

location just steps from the ancient town with its tailors, shops, markets and historic architecture.

In Hue, enjoy a night in the Indochine Palace with spacious rooms, lush gardens and a large swimming pool, perfect for a refreshing dip after a day of exploring the city.

Evergreen has a strong affiliation with Vietnam and Camobodia’s premier hoteliers and as an Evergreen guest, you will be treated to impeccable service every time. When arriving with your group, you will find you have already been checked in, your luggage taken directly to your room and all hotel porterage, tips and gratuities taken care of in your tour

price, leaving nothing else to do but enjoy each enthralling destination.

With many two and three night stays, Evergreen gives you the time to spread out, relax and not have to pack and unpack every day. You have the time to enjoy not only the destination but your hotel and all the exciting shopping, dining, entertainment, attractions and cultural activities.

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The Flavours of Asia A variety of dining experiences to tantalise your taste buds

Top left: Captain’s Table, Reflections Restaurant Bottom left: KOTO restaurant, Hanoi Right: Reflections Restaurant, Emerald Harmony

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Dining is an important and pleasurable way of getting to know the cultural nuances of a destination. Vietnam and Cambodia have a wide variety of tastes and traditions, with an Asian cuisine renowned as being some of the most exciting, flavoursome and innovative in the world. Evergreen Cruises & Tours ensures these tastes are brought to your plate.

Each Evergreen tour begins with a welcome reception to meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers and ends with a farewell dinner where memories are shared with new-found friends.

A satisfying deluxe full hot and cold breakfast is included daily and at night, our guests remain in the middle of it all with our delicious range of

included dinners serving up the true tastes of each region.

On board your river cruise, you will be treated to extensive selections on the breakfast and lunch buffets. You will also have fun deciding between the options of the multi-course dinners!

Our chefs pride themselves in presenting traditional local dishes as well as international cuisine to satisfy even the most particular of palates. Of course, we will always provide a selection of home favourites for you to enjoy, perfect for the days you crave something more familiar.

Please advise our Reservations team when booking if you have a special dietary requirement.

Enjoy complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board Emerald Harmony.

Our extensive drinks menu also consists of premium favourites and rarer labels to tempt when the mood takes you (additional charge). Additional beverage packages are available and can be purchased on board.

We plan many great evening dining experiences or special breakfasts and lunches such as meals that feature regional specialties, often accompanied by fantastic local experiences. Dine at KOTO restaurant in Hanoi which provides hospitality and life skills to disadvantaged youth in Vietnam, while also being a warm and charming restaurant to enjoy fantastic food and

service. In Hue, experience the imperial life of former Vietnamese royalty as we dress in period costume and enjoy a royal banquet fit for a king. In Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap, dine in local restaurants that specialise in bringing traditional flavours to your plate.

Variety is the spice of life, especially when it comes to dining, and these are just some of the specialties we offer to enhance your journey. Your Tour Director will also be on hand to give advice about some of the local cuisine and hidden treasures to ensure you get the most out of the fabulous regional culinary delights.

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L O YA LT Y P R O G R A M At Evergreen Cruises & Tours, we appreciate our loyal guests who continue to travel and support us. To thank you for touring and cruising with us and our sister company Emerald Waterways, we have a special Evergreen Explorer loyalty program that provides members with that extra level of service, benefits and recognition when you travel with us again.

Membership is free and automatic after your first trip* and you retain your membership for life. For every day you tour with Evergreen or cruise with Emerald Waterways, you’ll earn Evergreen Explorer Points, a minimum of 100 per day.

As you travel, these points will advance you to the next tier, where you’ll receive even greater benefits like richer welcome home discounts vouchers, savings and other offers including a free pre or post tour hotel night and more! These are outlined on the next page. Refer to the table below to find out how many points you can earn on your next Evergreen holiday.

E ARN EVERGREEN EXPLORER POINTS JOURNEY TYPE

CATEGORY/DECK

Land touring, Russian river cruising, ocean cruising, City Escapes

All destinations

100

Riviera Deck – Emerald Stateroom

100

Vista Deck – Emerald Balcony Suite

110

Horizon Deck – Emerald Balcony Suite

120

Pool Deck – Emerald Balcony Suite (AP)

130

Grand Balcony Suite (S) / One Bedroom Owner’s Suite (SA) / Riverview Suite (RA)

150

Lower Deck – Category B

100

Lower & Middle Deck – Category A

110

Middle Deck – Category A+

120

Restaurant & Lounge Decks – Category ES, D & C

100

Middle Deck – Category B

110

Upper Deck – Category A

120

Emerald Waterways Europe, Portugal, France, Mekong river cruising

Dalmatian coastal cruising

Egypt river cruising on MS Hamees

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POINTS PER DAY

B E R ECO G N ISED A N D R E WA R D ED F O R T R AV E L L I N G W I T H U S BENEFIT S OF THE E VERGREEN E XPLORER PROGR AM

Evergreen Explorer Points earnt to qualify

1 – 4,999

5,000 – 9,999

10,000+

$150

$250

$350

BENEFITS Welcome Home Voucher* Refer a Friend Voucher* Complimentary luggage with each trip*

$100 for your friend / $100 for you^ Silver backpack

Gold backpack or Gold satchel

Diamond luggage

On trips 20 days or longer

On all trips

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P

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Exclusive member-only savings and offers

P

P

P

Explorer eMagazine & monthly eNewsletter

P

P

P

Tier recognition – including name tags, travel wallets and backpacks

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P

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Exclusive invitations to Explorer cruises, tours and events

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One complimentary pre/post night stay Access to the dedicated Evergreen Explorer hotline Call: 1300 397 567 Email: explorer@evergreentours.com

For more details of the Evergreen Explorer Program, frequently asked questions and full terms and conditions please see our website www.evergreenexplorer.com.au Terms and conditions apply. See Evergreen membership booklet or Evergreen website for the latest terms and conditions. Available on trips of 7 paid days or longer. ^Referral credit will automatically be added to member’s record and is valid for 12 months from when ‘Refer a Friend’ voucher is claimed and booking is deposited. *

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Earlybird Offers 2020/2021

Fisherman, Mekong

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Earlybird Offers: Best 2020/2021 Deals.

Book by December 31st 2019 or until sold out*.

Best Remaining Offers: From 1 January 2020 onwards.

Contact your Evergreen Expert or evergreentours.com.au for details.

Flights Included* 2 for 1 Airfare*

Dollar Discounts*

Solo Travellers*

Early Payment Discount*

Book and pay deposit on Evergreen Cruises & Tours 2020/2021 Vietnam & Cambodia escorted holidays of 13 days or more, and receive ONE RETURN AIRFARE (including taxes)*.

Book and pay deposit for two people on Evergreen Cruises & Tours 2020/2021 Vietnam & Cambodia escorted holidays of 12 days or less and receive ONE RETURN AIRFARE (including taxes) when another return airfare is booked on the same flights*.

Book and pay deposit on Evergreen Cruises & Tours 2020/2021 Vietnam & Cambodia escorted holidays and save.

SAVE $1000pp on holidays of 13 days or more.

SAVE $500pp on holidays of 12 days or less.

Dollar discounts are not available if you choose a special airfare offer.

Book and pay deposit as a Single Traveller on Evergreen Cruises & Tours 2020/2021 Mekong River Cruise of 13 days or more in an Emerald Balcony Suite, Category A and save up to $3,415 OFF THE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT * (limited availability).

Book and pay deposit on Evergreen Cruises & Tours 2020/2021 South East Asia escorted holiday of 12 days or less and receive a HALF PRICE RETURN AIRFARE including taxes*.

Maximise your savings by combining our Early Payment Discount with the above offers. Book and pay in full by the required date and SAVE UP TO $800 per couple*.

Book and pay in full and save 6-8 months in advance $150pp 9-11 months in advance $250pp Over 12 months in advance $400pp

Conditions apply. For full terms and conditions, please refer to pages 48-49. Offers cannot be combined with any other offer except Early Payment Discount and Evergreen Explorer offers. Offers are subject to availability, are strictly limited, are available on set departures or until sold out and may be withdrawn at any time. Airfare offers are based in economy on a specific airline and in particular booking class of Evergreen Cruises & Tours choice.

If the specific airline and/or class is not available Evergreen reserves the right to use an alternative airline of their choice. All airfares are subject to the applicable airline conditions. Airport and Airline taxes are included up to $200pp, are based on departure city and are subject to change. If an additional night(s) at the hotel is required due to availability of flight schedules, this will be held at guests own expense. Flights must be booked by Evergreen for the offer to be valid. Dollar Discount – Not combinable with airfare offers. Solo Travellers – Book and deposit a Category A cabin and pay no single supplement on the cruise content price. Save up to $3,415 is based on cruise only cost of a single traveller paying double for an ‘A’ category cabin which would normally be $3,865 per person + Cat A upgrade $995 per person x two = $9,720 minus one port charges $450 = $9,270 on EWVS110221.1.

Solo Traveller single price is cruise price of $3,865 plus Cat A upgrade $1,990 ($995 x two) = $5,855. Single supplement still applies to cabin upgrade costs and land touring costs. Can be combined with other Earlybird offers.

Early Payment Discount – Save up to $800 per couple is based on full payment 12 months prior to departure date. Can be combined with Earlybird offers. A non-refundable booking deposit of $100 per person per cruise/tour is due at time of booking. A second non-refundable deposit of $900 per person per cruise/tour must be paid within 48 hours of making a booking. If a flight deal is applicable, an additional non-refundable deposit of $1000pp is due the date specified in your booking advice. At this time air tickets will be issued and will be subject to amendment and cancellation fees as established by the applicable airline. Evergreen Cruises & Tours reserve the right to ticket the booking upon receipt of deposit. All prices, dates, taxes and availability are correct as at 10/10/2019 and subject to change. Surcharges may apply on credit card transactions. *

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Cruise the Magnificent Mekong Immerse yourself in the heart of Indochina The Mekong Delta is quintessential South East Asia. The lifeblood of the region, it is a vast network of tributaries overflowing with vibrant life. Here, the river is king and its people have developed ingenious ways to live in harmony with this beautiful landscape.

Get to know this area intimately on board one of the newest and most opulent river cruise boats sailing these waters, Emerald Harmony. Journey through the maze of waterways where life is simple and traditional, yet fascinating and captivating. Here you will find life has continued unchanged for decades, dependent on the river but thriving in the lush, fertile environment.

Cruise by floating markets and get to know the water-based lives of Delta inhabitants. See children riding on the backs of water buffalo, verdant rice paddies filled with workers in conical hats and a range of water going vessels plying the narrow waterways. Shop for anything from clothes to fruit and souvenirs to spring rolls all from the side of your luxurious river cruise ship.

Pass floating villages where you will be fascinated by the resourcefulness of the people and their unique way of life, visit quaint villages to get a real insight into traditional rural lifestyles which are

far removed from our own and learn why this region is called the “rice bowl� of Vietnam. Being one of the most important and successful agricultural regions in the world is home to a myriad of exquisite foods to sample.

On your luxurious cruise, sail to exotic towns such as Hong Ngu on the border of Vietnam and Cambodia where you will visit a local family who specialise in traditional silk production.

Spend time in Phnom Penh, the regal capital of Cambodia. A city of contrasts, it provides opportunities to experience the elaborate Royal Palace complex, while providing a stark reminder of the tragic recent history under the Khmer Rouge regime at the Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng prison. Visit a local monastery and receive a traditional Buddhist blessing or soak up the atmosphere at an ancient temple in Oudong.

This is a region that will allow you to get up close and discover a new and fascinating way of life, to reach remote and little-visited areas, sample exotic cuisine purchased from floating markets, learn of a culture based on intensive agriculture and discover a warm community spirit.

Welcome to the magnificent Mekong!

Daytime Pool, Emerald Harmony

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Halong Bay, Vietnam

21 Day

Grand Tour of Vietnam & Cambodia and Majestic Mekong River Cruise Day 1: Arrival Hanoi (D) Xin Chao and welcome to Hanoi! You will be met and transferred^ from the airport to your hotel. This evening, meet your Tour Director for a welcome briefing. Two Night Stay: Silk Path Hotel.

Day 2: Hanoi (FB,L) Today, you will enjoy a full-day city tour of Hanoi. The tour includes the main highlights of the city including an outside view of the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, resting place of the father of modern Vietnam, the iconic One Pillar pagoda and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university. You’re Invited: Enjoy lunch at KOTO Restaurant, a unique restaurant that trains disadvantaged street children. After lunch, visit Hanoi’s Old Quarter, also known as the ‘36 streets’. Take a walking tour through charming Hang Be Market and around Hoan Kiem Lake, with a stop at Ngoc Son temple. This evening, enjoy a traditional Water Puppet performance.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay (FB,L,D) Travel to Halong Bay and board your luxurious traditional style junk. Cruise through the bays and islets enjoying the stunning scenery of this magnificent region. Discover More: Scenic flight over Halong Bay (must be prebooked).

Two Night Stay: Bhaya Classic Junk.

Day 4: Halong Bay (FB,L,D) Join a day trip boat tour with a private crew and cruise to the bay’s most untouched areas.

Enjoy swimming on quiet beaches, visiting water tunnels and local fishing villages or kayaking.

Lunch is served on board the boat by your private chef. After a full day of exploration, return to your traditional junk boat.

Day 5: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Hoi An (FB,L) Enjoy breakfast in the middle of the bay while cruising through the magnificent rock formations back towards port. Bid farewell to the traditional style junk boat on Halong Bay and transfer to Hanoi airport, with a stop en-route for a light lunch at a local restaurant.

At the airport in Hanoi, board your flight to Danang (Hoi An). Upon arrival, you will be

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transferred to your hotel in the historic port town of Hoi An to relax for the rest of the evening.

Three Night Stay: Hoi An Historic Hotel.

Day 6: Hoi An (FB,D) You’re Invited: Visit Reaching Out, an organisation that assists people with disabilities to learn skills and gain meaningful employment. In the afternoon, enjoy a half day tour of Hoi An and see old merchant’s houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Assembly Hall of the Chinese Congregation.

Day 7: Hoi An (FB) Enjoy a day of leisure to explore Hoi An and its surroundings. Discover More: Vietnamese cooking class or visit to My Son Sanctuary.

Day 8: Hoi An – Hue (FB,D) Leave Hoi An for Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam. Drive through Danang before crossing the Pass of Ocean Clouds and dropping down to the wonderfully photogenic fishing village of Lang Co. In Hue, you will visit the Imperial Citadel where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945. You’re Invited: Take a cyclo (bicycle style rickshaw) from Dai Noi “Old City” to Tinh Tam Lake and join a boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda. This evening, experience a traditional costume play and Royal Dinner.

Overnight Stay: Indochine Palace Hotel.

Day 9: Hue – Ho Chi Minh City (FB,D) Transfer to Hue airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon.

Enjoy an orientation tour, starting with a visit to the city’s most iconic building; Reunification Palace. Stroll through the colonial quarter, walking past scenes of everyday life on the way. Admire the beautiful architecture of the Opera House, City Hall and the old Saigon Post Office. Two Night Stay: Grand Hotel.

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City (FB) Depart Ho Chi Minh City, and watch the city skyline fade into the distance as the road winds through rice paddies, villages and other scenes typical to southern Vietnam.

Spend time walking around Cu Chi’s rugged grounds with a local guide and hear how the

For reservations and enquiries please call 1300 383 747 or see your local Evergreen Agent

residents constructed an intricate, underground network of tunnels during the French and American Wars. Hear tales about the unusual foods the residents ate to survive and much more. Once above ground, see other ingenious items used by the residents to defend themselves such as bamboo traps and camouflaged pits.

Your afternoon is at leisure. Discover More: Evening Saigon Street Food Tour.

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City Embarkation – My Tho (FB,L,D) Today, transfer from your hotel and be welcomed by your Captain and crew of Emerald Harmony.

Set sail to My Tho in the Mekong Delta, and enjoy your first dinner on board. Your Tour Director will conduct a port talk to review the activities and itinerary for the days ahead.

Day 12: My Tho – Sa Dec (FB,L,D) Visit the village of Đat Dua to see a coconut candy workshop. Then, take a horse and cart ride to the Tan Long Pagoda. This afternoon, sail to Sa Dec. Day 13: Sa Dec – My An Hung – Hong Ngu (FB,L,D) Visit the Chinese congregational house in Kien An Cung. Afterwards, visit the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras’ novel, L’Amant, and take a walk through the central market in town. You’re Invited: Visit My An Hung village.

Day 14: Hong Ngu – An Long – Long Khanh (FB,L,D) Enjoy a morning at leisure or Discover More at the Ramsar Bird Sanctuary. In the afternoon, embark on a visit to the Long Khanh Island.

Visit a local family and learn about scarf weaving. Then, visit the Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda. You’re Invited: This evening, be delighted by a traditional Lion Dance performance on board.

Day 15: Hong Ngu – Vietnam / Cambodia Border Crossing – Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Visit a unique family-owned Lanh My A silk producing factory. Embark on sampans to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village to get a glimpse into the lives of

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the local farming community. Later, cruise to the border between Vietnam and Cambodia.

Day 16: Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) Wake up in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, once known as the “Pearl of Asia”, and almost entirely evacuated by the Khmer Rouge in 1975.

A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek. Walk through the fields, visit the small museum and learn about this sad chapter in history. Then, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. In the afternoon, visit the majestic Royal Palace with its gardens and central market. You’re Invited: Evening tuk-tuk ride.

Discover More: Champey Academy of Arts.

Day 17: Phnom Penh – Prek’kdam (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Start your day with an ox cart ride before a visit to the Oudong Temples.

Important remnants of the temple include the burial sites of Khmer Kings as well as religious artefacts dating back more than a hundred years. You’re Invited: Receive a traditional Buddhist blessing. Discover More: Silk Farm tour at Koh Oknha Tei or visit to Koh Chen Silversmith village.

Day 18: Prek’kdam Disembarkation – Siem Reap (FB,L) Bid farewell to Emerald Harmony and journey by road to Siem Reap. On route to the city, view and walk over the impressive Angkor Bridge in Kampong Kdei. Continue to Siem Reap, where you will enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Siem Reap is known as the gateway to the magnificent temples of Angkor.

You’re Invited: Phare Cambodian Circus, a spectacle of acrobatics, theatre and music.

Three Night Stay: Shinta Mani.

Day 19: Siem Reap (FB,L) Today, start with a visit to Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire and a visit to the sacred temple of Ta Prohm.

Discover More: Vespa Tour of Siem Reap.

Day 20: Siem Reap (FB,D) Rise early and embark on a fascinating journey to Angkor Wat. This UNESCO Heritage Site is known for its elaborate decorations and intricate carvings. Enjoy sunrise views and take the opportunity to capture quintessential pictures of Angkor Wat. Return to the hotel and enjoy the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a gala dinner accompanied by traditional regional dance performances. Discover More: Visit to Banteay Srei, visit to Tonle Sap or enjoy a Khmer cooking class.

Day 21: Siem Reap Farewell (FB) Today, you will be transferred^ to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.

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CAMBODIA Hong Ngu

2 Ho Chi Minh City Long Khanh An Long My Tho My An Hung Sa Dec

INCLUDED IN YOUR PRICE • • • • • • • • • • • •

All tipping and gratuities included Return airport transfers Port taxes and charges 2 nights on board the Bhaya Classic Junk (or similar) in Halong Bay Deluxe hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage included 7 nights on board Emerald Waterways luxury Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony All on-tour flights Full day city tour of Hanoi Water Puppet performance Halong Bay cruise with various tours Guided tour of Hoi An Hue included visit of the Imperial Citadel

• • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Orientation tour of Ho Chi Minh City Cu Chi Tunnel tour Visit to fruit workshop in Đat Dua Visit to Tan Long Pagoda Visit to Chinese congregational house Home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le Visit to local scarf weaving workshop Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda Visit to Evergreen Island Visit to the Killing Fields & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum Visit to Royal Palace and central market Visit to Oudong Temples Visit to Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm temple Sunrise visit to Angkor Wat

DINING HIGHLIGHTS

YOU’RE INVITED

• 47 superb meals including: 20 Full Breakfasts (FB), 13 Lunches (L) & 14 Dinners (D) • Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Reception and Dinner on board • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board

• • • • • • • •

Lunch at KOTO Restaurant Visit Reaching Out Cyclo ride through Dai Noi Boat tour to Thien Mu Pagoda Royal Dinner experience in Hue Visit to My An Hung village Lion Dance performance on board Visit to family-owned Lanh My A silk producing factory • Phnom Penh tuk-tuk drive by night • Traditional Buddhist monk blessing • Phare Cambodian Circus performance

Discover More Full details on pages 42-43

You’re Invited Full details on pages 12-13

DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES 21 Day Hanoi to Siem Reap

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2020

Departures

Twin Share

Cat.

Deck

Cabin

Price

July

22

$7,745

B

Vista

Emerald Balcony Suite

$795

August

19

$7,745

September

16

$8,145

A

Horizon

Emerald Balcony Suite

$995

October

14

$8,315

AP

Pool

Emerald Balcony Suite

$1,295

November

11

$8,485

S

Pool

Grand Balcony Suite

$1,795

December

9

$8,065

2021

Departures

Twin Share

SA

Pool

Owner’s Suite

$2,695

January

6

$8,195

February

3

$8,485

March

3

$8,485

March

31

$8,195

April

28

$7,745

Full Deposit (required within 2 days of booking) $1,000pp

Other Touring Information All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. All prices include port taxes and charges, all gratuities (tipping) and airport transfers. Tour and Cruise price based on Category D Staterooms. Please enquire for all single pricing. Tour maps: Any maps or route depictions are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon.

Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change. For ^transfer conditions & all other Terms and Conditions please see pages 48-49 of this brochure or refer to our website.

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Angkor Wat, Siem Reap

21 Day

Grand Tour of Cambodia & Vietnam and Majestic Mekong River Cruise Day 1: Arrival Siem Reap Sous Sdei and welcome to Cambodia. You will be met at the airport and transferred^ to your hotel in Siem Reap. In the evening, meet your Tour Director to learn more about the days ahead.

Three Night Stay: Shinta Mani.

Day 2: Siem Reap (FB,L) Today, start with a visit to Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire. After the tour, visit the sacred temple of Ta Prohm, which is overgrown by jungle trees and has been the backdrop of Hollywood movies. You’re Invited: to witness the incredible Phare Cambodian Circus, a spectacle of acrobatics, theatre and music. Phare is an NGO founded by Cambodian refugees to assist disadvantaged young people by through the performing arts.

Discover More: Vespa Tour of Siem Reap countryside.

Day 3: Siem Reap (FB,D) Rise early and embark on a fascinating journey to Angkor Wat where you will enjoy sunrise views. Return to the hotel and enjoy the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a gala evening dinner and performance. Discover More: Visit to Banteay Srei, visit to Tonle Sap, or take part in a Khmer cooking class.

Day 4: Siem Reap – Prek’kdam Embarkation (FB,L,D) Today, transfer to Prek’kdam and be welcomed by your Captain and crew of Emerald Harmony.

On route to the ship, stop in Kampong Kdei and see the impressive Angkor Bridge. Later, set sail to Kampong Tralach and enjoy your first dinner on board with your fellow travellers.

Day 5: Kampong Tralach – Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Start your day with an ox cart ride before a visit to the Oudong Temples, located in the former royal capital of Cambodia.

You’re Invited: Receive a traditional Buddhist blessing from the temples resident monks.

The afternoon is yours to continue exploring or simply relax on board your Star-Ship.

Discover More: Silk Farm tour at Koh Oknha Tei or visit to Koh Chen Silversmith village.

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Day 6: Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) Wake up in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, formally known as the “Pearl of Asia”. This morning, we learn more about the Khmer Rouge and the darkest days of Cambodian history. A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek, where you will have the opportunity to learn about this sad chapter in history. Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former school that was converted to the main prison and headquarters of the Khmer Rouge.

This afternoon, visit the majestic Royal Palace with its gardens and central market located in the heart of the city. You’re Invited: In the evening, you will have a chance to experience a tuk-tuk ride through Phnom Penh. Discover More: Champey Academy of Arts.

Day 7: Phnom Penh – Cambodia / Vietnam Border Crossing – Hong Ngu (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Visit a unique family-owned Lanh My A silk producing factory. Here, you will learn more about the long, complicated silk making process and have a chance to touch the real Lanh My A silk. Take a sampan to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village for a glimpse into the lives of the local farming community. Re-board your luxury ship and cruise to the border between Cambodia and Vietnam.

Day 8: Long Khanh – An Long – Hong Ngu (FB,L,D) This morning, embark on a visit to Long Khanh Island. Visit a local family and learn about scarf weaving. Then, visit the Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda and a grapefruit garden. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore on your own or if you prefer, take part in the Discover More of the Ramsar Bird Sanctuary. You’re Invited: This evening, be delighted by a traditional Lion Dance performance on board.

Day 9: My An Hung – Sa Dec – My Tho (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Visit My An Hung village, where this lovely and unspoiled place will surely mesmerise you. Return to the ship and sail to Sa Dec, and in the afternoon visit the Chinese congregational house in Kien An Cung.

For reservations and enquiries please call 1300 383 747 or see your local Evergreen Agent

Afterwards, visit the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras’ novel, L’Amant, and take a walk through the central market in town.

Day 10: My Tho – Ho Chi Minh City (FB,L,D) This morning, you will be taken to the village of Đat Dua, where you will watch a coconut candy workshop. Then, take a horse and cart ride to the Tan Long Pagoda. Return to the ship and sail to Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City Disembarkation – City Stay (FB,L) Bid farewell to your luxury Star-Ship and transfer to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy an orientation tour, starting with a visit to the city’s most iconic building, Reunification Palace.

Stroll through the colonial quarter, walking past scenes of everyday life on the way.

Admire the beautiful architecture of the Opera House, City Hall and the old Saigon Post Office.

Discover More: Evening Saigon Street Food Tour.

Two Night Stay: Grand Hotel.

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City (FB,D) Depart Ho Chi Minh City, and watch the city skyline fade into the distance. Spend a couple of hours walking around Cu Chi’s rugged grounds with a local guide. Hear how the residents constructed an intricate, underground network of tunnels during the French and American Wars. Hear incredible tales about the unusual foods the residents ate to survive and see other ingenious items used by the residents to defend themselves. Your afternoon is free at leisure to relax.

Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City – Hue (FB,D) Today, transfer from your hotel to the airport for your connecting flight to Hue, the former capital of Vietnam. You’re Invited: Take a cyclo (bicycle style rickshaw) from Dai Noi “Old City” to Tinh Tam Lake where the Emperors used to come to relax. Then later, join a boat trip to visit Thien Mu Pagoda. This evening, experience a traditional costume play Royal Dinner. Overnight Stay: Indochine Palace Hotel.

Day 14: Hue – Hoi An (FB) You will drive through Danang and other

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picturesque villages to reach Hoi An. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Three Night Stay: Hoi An Historic Hotel.

Day 15: Hoi An (FB,D) You’re Invited: Visit Reaching Out, an organisation that assists people with disabilities to learn skills and gain meaningful employment. Visit their workshop and get a glimpse of how this NGO helps the locals to lead independent and fulfilling lives. In the afternoon, enjoy a half day tour of Hoi An and see old merchant’s houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Assembly Hall of the Chinese Congregation.

Day 16: Hoi An (FB) Enjoy a day of leisure to explore Hoi An and its surroundings. Discover More: Vietnamese cooking class or visit to My Son. Day 17: Hoi An – Hanoi (FB,L) Today, board your flight to Hanoi. Vietnam’s Capital has many incredible sights and your tour director is at your disposal to help you with tips to spend the rest of your day.

Overnight Stay: Silk Path Hotel.

Day 18: Hanoi – Halong Bay (FB,L,D) This morning, leave Hanoi and travel to Halong Bay, where you will board your luxurious traditional style junk. Cruise through the bays and islets enjoying the stunning scenery of this magnificent region. Discover More: Scenic flight over Halong Bay (must be prebooked).

Two Night Stay: Bhaya Classic Junk.

Day 19: Halong Bay (FB,L,D) Join a day trip boat tour with a private crew and cruise to the bay’s most untouched areas.

Enjoy swimming on quiet beaches, visiting water tunnels and fishing villages or kayaking.

After a full day of exploration, return to your traditional junk boat.

Day 20: Halong Bay – Hanoi (FB,L,D) Return to Hanoi and enjoy a city tour. The tour includes the main highlights of the city and an outside view of the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, One Pillar pagoda and the Temple of Literature.

You’re Invited: Enjoy lunch at KOTO (Know One Teach One), a unique restaurant set up to train and educate disadvantaged street children. After lunch, continue with a visit to Hanoi’s Old Quarter and a walking tour through charming Hang Be Market and around Hoan Kiem Lake, as well as a stop at Ngoc Son temple. This evening, enjoy a traditional Water Puppet performance.

Overnight Stay: Silk Path Hotel.

Day 21: Hanoi Farewell (FB) Today, you will be transferred^ to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.

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CAMBODIA Hong Ngu

2 Ho Chi Minh City Long Khanh An Long My Tho My An Hung Sa Dec

INCLUDED IN YOUR PRICE • • • • • • • • • • • •

All tipping and gratuities included Return airport transfers Port taxes and charges 2 nights on board the Bhaya Classic Junk (or similar) in Halong Bay 7 nights on board Emerald Waterways luxury Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony Deluxe hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage included All on-tour flights City tour of Hanoi Water Puppet performance Halong Bay cruise with various tours Guided tour of Hoi An Orientation tour of Ho Chi Minh City

• • • • • • • • • • • •

Cu Chi Tunnel tour Visit to fruit workshop in Đat Dua Visit to Tan Long Pagoda Home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le Visit to local scarf weaving workshop Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda on Long Khanh Island Visit to Evergreen Island Visit to the Killing Fields & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum Visit to Royal Palace and central market Visit to Oudong Temples Visit to Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm temple Sunrise visit to Angkor Wat

DINING HIGHLIGHTS

YOU’RE INVITED

• 47 superb meals including: 20 Full Breakfasts (FB), 13 Lunches (L) & 14 Dinners (D) • Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Reception and Dinner on board of Star-Ship • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board

• • • • • • • • • •

Phare Cambodian Circus performance Traditional Buddhist monk blessing Ox cart ride Phnom Penh tuk-tuk drive by night Lion Dance performance on board Visit to family-owned Lanh My A silk producing factory Royal Dinner experience in Hue Cyclo ride through Dai Noi Lunch at KOTO Restaurant Visit Reaching Out

Discover More Full details on pages 42-43

You’re Invited Full details on pages 12-13

DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES 21 Day Siem Reap to Hanoi

EWHH.2

Suite Upgrades – Emerald Harmony

2020

Departures

Twin Share

Cat.

Deck

Cabin

Price

July

22

$7,745

B

Vista

Emerald Balcony Suite

$795

August

19

$7,745

September

16

$8,145

A

Horizon

Emerald Balcony Suite

$995

October

14

$8,315

AP

Pool

Emerald Balcony Suite

$1,295

November

11

$8,485

S

Pool

Grand Balcony Suite

$1,795

December

9

$8,195

2021

Departures

Twin Share

SA

Pool

Owner’s Suite

$2,695

January

6

$8,195

February

3

$8,485

March

3

$8,485

March

31

$8,195

April

28

$7,745

Full Deposit (required within 2 days of booking) $1,000pp

Other Touring Information All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. All prices include port taxes and charges, all gratuities (tipping) and airport transfers. Tour and Cruise price based on Category D Staterooms. Please enquire for all single pricing. Tour maps: Any maps or route depictions are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon.

Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change. For ^transfer conditions & all other Terms and Conditions please see pages 48-49 of this brochure or refer to our website.

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Buddhist monks

17 Day

Treasures & Temples of Vietnam and Majestic Mekong River Cruise Day 1: Arrival Hanoi (D) Xin Chao and welcome to Hanoi! On arrival, you will be met and transferred^ to your hotel situated in downtown Hanoi. Relax at the hotel or explore the city, strolling along the tree-lined avenues or wander Hanoi’s romantic West Lake. This evening, meet your Tour Director for your welcome briefing.

Two Night Stay: Silk Path Hotel.

Day 2: Hanoi (FB,L) Today, you will enjoy a full-day city tour of Hanoi, taking in the main sights of the city including an outside view of the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, One Pillar pagoda and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university. You’re Invited: Enjoy lunch at KOTO Restaurant, a unique restaurant set up to train and educate disadvantaged street children. After lunch, continue with a visit to Hanoi’s Old Quarter also known as the ‘36 streets’. Take a walking tour through charming Hang Be Market and around Hoan Kiem Lake, with a stop at Ngoc Son temple. This evening, enjoy a traditional Water Puppet performance.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay (FB,L,D) This morning after breakfast, leave Hanoi and travel to Halong Bay, where you will board your luxurious traditional style junk. Cruise through the bays and islets enjoying the stunning scenery of this magnificent region. Towards the end of the day, the boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations. Dinner is served on board.

Discover More: Scenic flight over Halong Bay (must be prebooked). Two Night Stay: Bhaya Classic Junk.

Day 4: Halong Bay (FB,L,D) Transfer to your day trip boat tour with a private crew and cruise to the bay’s most untouched areas. Enjoy swimming on quiet beaches, visiting water tunnels and fishing villages or kayaking.

Lunch is served on board by your private chef.

This evening, return to your traditional junk boat.

Day 5: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City (FB,L,D) Enjoy breakfast in the middle of the bay while cruising through the magnificent rock formations back towards port. Bid farewell to Halong Bay and

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transfer to Hanoi airport, with a stop en-route for a light lunch at a local restaurant. This afternoon is at leisure. Two Night Stay: Grand Hotel.

Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City (FB) Depart Ho Chi Minh City, and watch the city skyline fade into the distance as the road winds through rice paddies, villages and other scenes typical to southern Vietnam. Spend time walking around Cu Chi’s rugged grounds with a local guide. Hear how the residents constructed an intricate, underground network of tunnels during the French and American Wars. Hear incredible tales about the unusual foods the residents ate to survive and ingenious items used by the residents to defend themselves.

In the afternoon, you will have an orientation tour of Ho Chi Minh City, starting with a visit to the city’s most iconic building, Reunification Palace. Then, stroll through Ho Chi Minh City’s colonial quarter, walking past scenes of everyday life on the way. Admire the beautiful architecture of the Opera House, City Hall, and the old Saigon Post Office, and listen to the stories about the glory days of French Indochina. Discover More: Evening Saigon Street Food Tour.

Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City Embarkation – My Tho (FB,L,D) Transfer from your hotel and be welcomed by your Captain and crew of Emerald Harmony.

Set sail to My Tho in the Mekong Delta, and this evening, enjoy your first dinner on board with your fellow travellers. Your Tour Director will also conduct a port talk to review the activities and itinerary for the days ahead.

Day 8: My Tho – Sa Dec (FB,L,D) This morning, visit the village of Đat Dua, where you will watch a coconut candy workshop.

Then, take a horse and cart ride to the Tan Long Pagoda. Return to the ship and sail to Sa Dec. Day 9: Sa Dec – My An Hung – Hong Ngu (FB,L,D) Start your day with a visit to the Chinese congregational house in Kien An Cung.

Afterwards, visit the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras’ novel, L’Amant, and take a walk through the central market in town. You’re Invited: My An Hung village.

For reservations and enquiries please call 1300 383 747 or see your local Evergreen Agent

Day 10: Hong Ngu – An Long – Long Khanh (FB,L,D) This morning is at leisure or Discover More at the Ramsar Bird Sanctuary. In the afternoon, visit Long Khanh Island to meet a local family and learn about scarf weaving. Then, visit the Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda and a grapefruit garden. Return to the Star-Ship, and this evening, You’re Invited to be delighted by a traditional Lion Dance performance on board.

Day 11: Hong Ngu – Vietnam / Cambodia Border Crossing – Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Visit a unique family-owned Lanh My A silk producing factory. Embark on one of our sampans to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village for a glimpse into the lives of the local farming community.

Board your luxury Star-Ship and cruise to the border between Vietnam and Cambodia.

Day 12: Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) Wake up in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, once known as the “Pearl of Asia”. This morning, we learn more about the Khmer Rouge and the darkest days of Cambodian history. A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek, where you will have the opportunity to walk through the fields. Then, you will visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. This is a former school that was converted to the main prison and headquarters of the Khmer Rouge. In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to visit the majestic Royal Palace with its gardens and central market located in the heart of the city.

You’re Invited: This evening, experience a tuk-tuk ride through Phnom Penh ending on a rooftop terrace, with great views of the city.

Discover More: Champey Academy of Arts.

Day 13: Phnom Penh – Prek’kdam (FB,L,D) You’re Invited to start your day with an ox cart ride before a visit to the Oudong Temples.

Located North of Phnom Penh, Oudong was the former royal capital of Cambodia. Important remnants on the temple site include the burial sites of Khmer Kings as well as religious artefacts dating back more than a hundred years.

You’re Invited: Receive a traditional Buddhist

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$2,800* PER COUPLE See pages 20-21

Siem Reap 3

Prek’kdam Phnom Penh Night Stopovers Cruise Content Land Content Flight Included Map provided as a guide only.

Please refer to terms & conditions.

blessing from the temples resident monks. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring or simply relax on board. Discover More: Silk Farm tour at Koh Oknha Tei or visit to Koh Chen Silversmith village.

Day 14: Prek’kdam Disembarkation – Siem Reap (FB,L) Bid farewell to Emerald Harmony and journey by road to Siem Reap. On route, view and walk over the impressive Angkor Bridge in Kampong Kdei. Continue to Siem Reap and enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. You’re Invited: This evening, witness the incredible Phare Cambodian Circus, a spectacle of acrobatics, theatre and music.

Three Night Stay: Shinta Mani.

Day 15: Siem Reap (FB,L) Today, start with a visit to Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire. It was a fortified city enclosing the residences of priests, officials of the palace and the military, as well as buildings for administering the kingdom. Later, visit the sacred temple of Ta Prohm, which is overgrown by jungle trees.

Discover More: Vespa Tour of Siem Reap.

Day 16: Siem Reap (FB,D) Rise early and embark on a fascinating journey to Angkor Wat, known for its elaborate decorations and intricate carvings. Savour the sunrise views before returning to the hotel for a day at leisure.

This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner and performance. Discover More: Visit Banteay Srei, visit to Tonle Sap or enjoy a Khmer cooking class.

Mekong River 7

2 Ho Chi Minh City Long Khanh An Long My Tho My An Hung Sa Dec

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

All tipping and gratuities included Return airport transfers Port taxes and charges 2 nights on board the Bhaya Classic Junk (or similar) 7 nights on board Emerald Waterways luxury Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony Deluxe hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage included All on-tour flights Full day city tour of Hanoi Water Puppet performance Halong Bay cruise with various tours Orientation tour of Ho Chi Minh City Cu Chi Tunnel tour Visit to fruit workshop in Đat Dua

• Visit to Chinese congregational house in Kien An Cung • Visit to Tan Long Pagoda • Home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le • Visit to local scarf weaving workshop • Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda on Long Khanh Island • Visit to Evergreen Island • Visit to the Killing Fields & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum • Visit to Royal Palace and central market • Visit to Oudong Temples • Visit to Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm temple • Sunrise visit to Angkor Wat

DINING HIGHLIGHTS

YOU’RE INVITED

• 41 superb meals including: 16 Full Breakfasts (FB), 13 Lunches (L) & 12 Dinners (D) • Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Reception and Dinner • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board

• • • • • • • •

Lunch at KOTO Restaurant Visit to My An Hung village Lion Dance performance on board Visit to family-owned Lanh My A silk producing factory Phnom Penh tuk-tuk drive by night Traditional Buddhist monk blessing Ox cart ride Phare Cambodian Circus performance

Discover More Full details on pages 42-43

You’re Invited Full details on pages 12-13

DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES

Add City Escape:

Days 1-4: Luang Prabang Luang Prabang is an ancient capital filled with glistening temples, saffron robed monks and French Colonial architecture. It is a tranquil and beautiful town with UNESCO World Heritage status. Visit the city and surrounds, and be immersed in the local traditions and culture on your four day stay.

Hong Ngu

INCLUDED IN YOUR PRICE

Day 17: Siem Reap Farewell (FB) After breakfast, transfer^ to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.

LUANG PRABANG see page 47

CAMBODIA

17 Day Hanoi to Siem Reap

EWHA.1

Suite Upgrades – Emerald Harmony

2020

Departures

Twin Share

Cat.

Deck

Cabin

Price

August

9

$6,745

B

Vista

Emerald Balcony Suite

$795

September

6

$7,145

October

4

$7,315

A

Horizon

Emerald Balcony Suite

$995

November

1

$7,485

AP

Pool

Emerald Balcony Suite

$1,295

November

29

$7,195

S

Pool

Grand Balcony Suite

$1,795

December

27

$7,065

SA

Pool

Owner’s Suite

$2,695

2021

Departures

Twin Share

January

24

$7,195

February

21

$7,485

March

21

$7,485

April

18

$7,195

May

16

$6,745

Full Deposit (required within 2 days of booking) $1,000pp

Other Touring Information All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. All prices include port taxes and charges, all gratuities (tipping) and airport transfers. Tour and Cruise price based on Category D Staterooms. Please enquire for all single pricing. Tour maps: Any maps or route depictions are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon.

Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change. For ^transfer conditions & all other Terms and Conditions please see pages 48-49 of this brochure or refer to our website.

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Royal Palace, Phnom Penh

17 Day

Temples & Treasures of Vietnam and Majestic Mekong River Cruise Add City Escape:

SAPA

see page 47

travel to Halong Bay, where you will board your luxurious traditional style junk. Cruise through the bays and islets enjoying the stunning scenery of this magnificent region.

Enjoy some local tours and learn more about the main livelihood of the locals in the area or relax on board. Discover More: One way scenic flight over Halong Bay (must be prebooked).

Two Night Stay: Bhaya Classic Junk.

Day 4: Halong Bay (FB,L,D) Today, cruise to the bay’s most untouched areas.

Enjoy swimming on quiet beaches, visiting water tunnels and fishing villages or kayaking.

Days 1-5: Sapa Journey to the magnificent mountain region of Sapa by overnight train. Known for colourful and traditional hill tribes, breathtaking scenery and cultural diversity, this is a magical part of Vietnam that will leave you spellbound. Tour the villages, markets and hill tribes and learn the fascinating lives of the locals.

Day 1: Arrival Hanoi (D) Xin Chao and welcome to Hanoi! On arrival, you will be met and transferred^ to your hotel.

Explore the cities tree-lined avenues or wander Hanoi’s romantic West Lake. This evening, meet your Tour Director for your welcome briefing.

Two Night Stay: Silk Path Hotel.

Day 2: Hanoi (FB,L) Today, you will enjoy a full-day city tour of Hanoi, including an outside view of the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, One Pillar pagoda and the Temple of Literature, offering a fascinating glimpse into Vietnam’s past. You’re Invited: Enjoy lunch at KOTO (Know One Teach One), a unique restaurant set up to train and educate disadvantaged street children. After lunch, continue with a visit to Hanoi’s Old Quarter, walking through charming Hang Be Market and around Hoan Kiem Lake, with a stop at Ngoc Son temple. This evening, enjoy a traditional Water Puppet performance.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay (FB,L,D) This morning after breakfast, leave Hanoi and

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Day 5: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Siem Reap (FB,L) Enjoy the morning cruising through the magnificent rock formations and back towards port. Bid farewell to the traditional style junk boat on Halong Bay and transfer to Hanoi airport for your flight to Siem Reap.

Three Night Stay: Shinta Mani.

Day 6: Siem Reap (FB,L) Today, start with a visit to Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire. After the tour, visit the sacred temple of Ta Prohm, which is overgrown by jungle trees and has been the backdrop of Hollywood movies.

You’re Invited: This evening, witness the incredible Phare Cambodian Circus, a spectacle of acrobatics, theatre and music. Phare is an NGO founded by Cambodian refugees to assist disadvantaged young people through the performing arts. Discover More: Vespa Tour of Siem Reap.

Day 7: Siem Reap (FB,D) Rise early and embark on a fascinating journey to Angkor Wat. This UNESCO Heritage Site is known for its elaborate decorations and intricate carvings. Return to the hotel and enjoy the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a gala evening dinner together with a performance. Discover More: Visit to Banteay Srei, visit to Tonle Sap, or take part in a Khmer cooking class.

Day 8: Siem Reap – Prek’kdam Embarkation (FB,L,D) Today, transfer to Prek’kdam and be welcomed

For reservations and enquiries please call 1300 383 747 or see your local Evergreen Agent

by your Captain and crew of Emerald Harmony.

On route to the ship, stop in Kampong Kdei and see the impressive Angkor Bridge. Later, set sail to Kampong Tralach and enjoy your first dinner on board with your fellow travellers.

Day 9: Kampong Tralach – Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Start your day with an ox cart ride to Wat Kampong Tralach to visit the Oudong Temples, located in the former royal capital of Cambodia. You’re Invited: Receive a traditional Buddhist blessing from the resident monks. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring or simply relax on board your Star-Ship. Discover More: Silk Farm tour at Koh Oknha Tei or visit to Koh Chen Silversmith village.

Day 10: Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) Wake up in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, once known as the “Pearl of Asia”. This morning, we learn more about the Khmer Rouge and the darkest days of Cambodian history.

A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek where you will have the opportunity to walk through the fields and learn about this sad chapter in history. Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former school that was converted to the main prison and headquarters of the Khmer Rouge. In the afternoon, visit the majestic Royal Palace with its gardens and central market located in the heart of the city. In the evening, You’re Invited to experience a tuk-tuk ride through Phnom Penh ending on a rooftop terrace, with great views of the city. Discover More: Champey Academy of Arts.

Day 11: Phnom Penh – Cambodia / Vietnam Border Crossing – Hong Ngu (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Visit a unique family-owned Lanh My A silk producing factory. Here, you will learn more about the complicated silk making process and have a chance to touch the real Lanh My A silk. Take one of our sampans to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village for a glimpse into the lives of the local farming community.

Re-board your luxury ship and cruise to the border between Cambodia and Vietnam.

Vietnam & Cambodia VIETNAM Hanoi 2 2

SAVE UP TO AN EXTRA

HALONG BAY CRUISE

$2,800* PER COUPLE See pages 20-21

Siem Reap 3 CAMBODIA Prek’kdam Hong Phnom Penh Ngu Night Stopovers Mekong River 7 Cruise Content 2 Ho Chi Land Content Minh City Long Khanh Flight Included An Long My Tho Map provided as a guide only.

Please refer to terms & conditions.

My An Hung Sa Dec Day 12: Long Khanh – An Long – Hong Ngu (FB,L,D) This morning, embark on a visit to the Long Khanh Island to visit a local family and learn about scarf weaving, before visiting the Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda. This afternoon is at leisure for you to explore on your own or if you prefer, take part on the Discover More of the Ramsar Bird Sanctuary. You’re Invited: Return to the Star-Ship and this evening be delighted by a traditional Lion Dance performance on board.

Day 13: My An Hung – Sa Dec – My Tho (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Start your day with a visit to My An Hung village. A visit to this lovely and unspoiled place will surely mesmerise you.

Return to the ship and sail to Sa Dec, and in the afternoon, visit the Chinese congregational house in Kien An Cung. Afterwards, visit the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras’ novel, L’Amant.

Day 14: My Tho – Ho Chi Minh City (FB,L,D) This morning, you will be taken to the village of Đat Dua, where you will watch a coconut candy workshop. Then, take a horse and cart ride to the Tan Long Pagoda. Return to the ship and sail to Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 15: Ho Chi Minh City Disembarkation – City Stay (FB,L) Bid farewell to your luxury Star-Ship in the morning and transfer to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

Enjoy an orientation tour, starting with a visit to the city’s most iconic building, Reunification Palace. Stroll through the colonial quarter, walking past scenes of everyday life on the way.

Admire the beautiful architecture of the Opera House, City Hall and the old Saigon Post Office.

Discover More: Evening Saigon Street Food Tour.

Two Night Stay: Grand Hotel.

Day 16: Ho Chi Minh City (FB,D) Depart Ho Chi Minh City and watch the city skyline fade into the distance as the road winds through rice paddies, villages and other scenes typical to southern Vietnam.

Spend time walking around Cu Chi’s rugged grounds with a local guide. Hear how the residents constructed an intricate, underground network of tunnels during the French and American Wars. Hear incredible tales about the unusual foods the residents ate to survive and see ingenious items used by the residents to defend themselves such as bamboo traps and camouflaged pits. Upon your return in Ho Chi Minh City, the afternoon is free at leisure to relax.

Day 17: Ho Chi Minh City Farewell (FB) Today, transfer^ from your hotel to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.

INCLUDED IN YOUR PRICE • • • • • • • • • • • • •

All tipping and gratuities included Return airport transfers Port taxes and charges 2 nights on board the Bhaya Classic Junk (or similar) All on-tour flights 7 nights on board of Emerald Waterways Luxury Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony Full day city tour of Hanoi Water Puppet performance Halong Bay cruise with various tours Visit to Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm temple Sunrise visit to Angkor Wat Visit to Oudong Temples Visit to the Killing Fields & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

• Visit to Royal Palace and central market • Visit to Evergreen Island • Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda in the Long Khanh Island • Visit to local scarf weaving workshop • Home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le • Visit to Chinese congregational house in Kien An Cung • Visit to Tan Long Pagoda • Visit to fruit workshop in Đat Dua • Orientation Tour of Ho Chi Minh City • Cu Chi Tunnel tour

DINING HIGHLIGHTS

YOU’RE INVITED

• 41 superb meals including: 16 Full Breakfasts (FB), 13 Lunches (L) & 12 Dinners (D) • Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Reception and Dinner • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board

• • • • • •

Lunch at KOTO Restaurant Phare Cambodian Circus performance Traditional Buddhist monk blessing Ox cart ride Phnom Penh tuk-tuk drive by night Visit to family-owned Lanh My A silk producing factory • Lion Dance performance on board • Visit to My An Hung village

Discover More Full details on pages 42-43

You’re Invited Full details on pages 12-13

DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES 17 Day Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh

EWHA.2

Suite Upgrades – Emerald Harmony

2020

Departures

Twin Share

Cat.

Deck

Cabin

Price

August

1

$6,965

B

Vista

Emerald Balcony Suite

$795

August

29

$7,365

September

26

$7,535

A

Horizon

Emerald Balcony Suite

$995

October

24

$7,535

AP

Pool

Emerald Balcony Suite

$1,295

November

21

$7,715

S

Pool

Grand Balcony Suite

$1,795

December

19

$7,285

2021

Departures

Twin Share

SA

Pool

Owner’s Suite

$2,695

January

16

$7,415

February

13

$7,715

March

13

$7,715

April

10

$7,415

May

8

$6,965

Full Deposit (required within 2 days of booking) $1,000pp

Other Touring Information All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. All prices include port taxes and charges, all gratuities (tipping) and airport transfers. Tour and Cruise price based on Category D Staterooms. Please enquire for all single pricing. Tour maps: Any maps or route depictions are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon.

Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change. For ^transfer conditions & all other Terms and Conditions please see pages 48-49 of this brochure or refer to our website.

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Traditional floating market, Mekong Delta

13 Day

Majestic Mekong Discoverer Cruise Day 1: Arrival Ho Chi Minh City (D) Xin Chao and welcome to Ho Chi Minh City.

Formerly known as Saigon, the city has many historical landmarks such as the Reunification Palace. Formerly called the Presidential Palace, images of the building were seen around the world on 30 April 1975 when tanks stormed the gates as Saigon fell to the North Vietnamese.

Two Night Stay: Grand Hotel.

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City (FB) Depart Ho Chi Minh City and watch the city skyline fade into the distance as the road winds through rice paddies, villages and other scenes typical to southern Vietnam. Spend a couple of hours walking around Cu Chi’s rugged grounds with a local guide. Hear how the residents constructed an intricate, underground network of tunnels during the French and American Wars. Hear incredible tales about the unusual foods the residents ate to survive. Once above ground, see other ingenious items used by the residents to defend themselves such as bamboo traps and camouflaged pits. Upon your return in Ho Chi Minh City, your afternoon is free at leisure to relax or explore. Discover More: Evening Saigon Street Food Tour.

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City Embarkation – My Tho (FB,L,D) Today, transfer from your hotel and be welcomed by your Captain and crew of Emerald Harmony.

Set sail to My Tho in the Mekong Delta, and this evening, enjoy your first dinner on board with your fellow travellers. Your Tour Director will also conduct a port talk to review the activities and itinerary for the days ahead.

Day 4: My Tho – Sa Dec (FB,L,D) This morning, you will be taken to the village of Đat Dua, where you will watch a coconut candy workshop. Then, take a horse and cart ride to the Tan Long Pagoda. Return to Emerald Harmony and sail to Sa Dec. Day 5: Sa Dec – My An Hung – Hong Ngu (FB,L,D) Start your day with a visit to the Chinese congregational house in Kien An Cung.

Afterwards, visit the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras’ novel, L’Amant,

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and take a walk through the central market in town. You’re Invited: In the afternoon, sail to My An Hung village where you will have the opportunity to visit this lovely and unspoiled place.

Day 6: Hong Ngu – An Long – Long Khanh (FB,L,D) This morning is at leisure for you to explore on your own or if you prefer, take part on the Discover More tour of the Ramsar Bird Sanctuary.

In the afternoon, embark on a visit to Long Khanh Island to visit a local family and learn about scarf weaving. Then, visit the Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda and a grapefruit garden. You’re Invited: Return to the Star-Ship and this evening, be delighted by a traditional Lion Dance performance on board.

Day 7: Hong Ngu – Vietnam / Cambodia Border Crossing – Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Visit a unique family-owned Lanh My A silk producing factory. The silk product is created with dyes made from the mac nua fruit, a kind of tree which originally came from Tan Chau silk village about 100 years ago. Here, you will learn more about the long and complicated silk making process and have a chance to touch the real Lanh My A silk. Continue the visit; embark one of our sampans to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village to get a glimpse into the lives of the local farming community. Board your luxury Star-Ship and cruise to the border between Vietnam and Cambodia.

Day 8: Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) Wake up in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh.

The city was once known as the “Pearl of Asia”, but it was almost entirely evacuated by the Khmer Rouge in 1975. This morning, we learn more about the Khmer Rouge and the darkest days of Cambodian history. A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek where you will have the opportunity to walk through the fields and learn about this sad chapter in history. Then, you will visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (also known as S-21).

This is a former school that was converted to the main prison and headquarters of the Khmer Rouge. In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to visit the majestic Royal Palace

For reservations and enquiries please call 1300 383 747 or see your local Evergreen Agent

with its gardens and central market located in the heart of the city. In the evening, You’re Invited to experience an evening tuk-tuk ride through Phnom Penh ending on a rooftop terrace, with great views of the city. Discover More: Champey Academy of Arts.

Day 9: Phnom Penh – Prek’kdam (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Start your day with an ox cart ride before a visit to the Oudong Temples. North of Phnom Penh, Oudong was the former royal capital of Cambodia until it moved to Phnom Penh in the 1800s. Important remnants on the temple grounds include the burial sites of Khmer Kings as well as religious artefacts dating back more than a hundred years. In one of the Oudong Temples, see a large Buddha statue that was damaged during skirmishes with the Khmer Rouge. You’re Invited: Receive a traditional Buddhist blessing from the temples resident monks. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring or simply relax on board of your Star-Ship. Discover More: Silk Farm tour at Koh Oknha Tei or visit to Koh Chen Silversmith village.

Day 10: Prek’kdam Disembarkation – Siem Reap (FB,L) Bid farewell to Emerald Harmony in the morning and continue by road to Siem Reap. On route to the city, you will have a chance to view and walk over the impressive Angkor Bridge in Kampong Kdei. Continue to Siem Reap, where you will enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Siem Reap is known as the gateway to the magnificent temples of Angkor, and this vibrant city has a lot to offer. You’re Invited: This evening, witness the incredible Phare Cambodian Circus, a spectacle of acrobatics, theatre and music. Phare is an NGO founded by Cambodian refugees to assist disadvantaged young people by teaching them performing arts. Three Night Stay: Shinta Mani.

Day 11: Siem Reap (FB,L) Today, start with a visit to Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire. It was a fortified city enclosing the residences of priests, officials of the palace and the military, as well as buildings for administering the kingdom. The city of Angkor Thom consists of a square of three kilometres

Vietnam & Cambodia 3 Siem Reap SAVE UP TO AN EXTRA

CAMBODIA

Phnom Penh

$2,800* PER COUPLE See pages 20-21

Prek’kdam

Mekong River 7

Hong Ngu

VIETNAM 2 Ho Chi Minh City

Long Khanh Night Stopovers Cruise Content Land Content

Anh Long My An Hung

Map provided as a guide only.

Please refer to terms & conditions.

My Tho Sa Dec

INCLUDED IN YOUR PRICE

(1.9 miles) long on each side. A laterite wall 8 meters (26 feet) in height around the city encloses an area of 145.8 hectares (360 acres).

After the tour, visit the sacred temple of Ta Prohm, which is overgrown by jungle trees.

Discover More: Vespa Tour of Siem Reap.

Day 12: Siem Reap (FB,D) Rise early and embark on a fascinating journey to Angkor Wat. This UNESCO Heritage Site is known for its elaborate decorations and intricate carvings. Enjoy sunrise views and take the opportunity to capture quintessential pictures of Angkor Wat. Return to the hotel and enjoy the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner together with a performance. Discover More: Visit to Banteay Srei, visit to Tonle Sap or enjoy a Cambodian culinary tour.

Day 13: Siem Reap Farewell (FB) After breakfast this morning, transfer^ to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.

Add City Escape:

LUANG PRABANG see page 47

Days 1-4: Luang Prabang Luang Prabang is an ancient capital filled with glistening temples, saffron robed monks and French Colonial architecture. It is a tranquil and beautiful town with UNESCO World Heritage status. Visit the city and surrounds, and be immersed in the local traditions and culture on your four day stay.

• • • •

All tipping and gratuities included Return airport transfers Port taxes and charges 7 nights on board of Emerald Waterways Luxury Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony • Deluxe hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage included • The services of Emerald Waterways Tour Directors • The services of a Local Tour Guide

• • • • • • • • • •

Visit to fruit workshop in Đat Dua Visit to Tan Long Pagoda Home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le Visit to Chinese congregational house Visit to local scarf weaving workshop Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda Visit to Royal Palace and central market Visit to Oudong Temples Visit to Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm temple Sunrise visit to Angkor Wat

DINING HIGHLIGHTS

YOU’RE INVITED

• 30 superb meals including: 12 Full Breakfasts (FB), 9 Lunches (L) & 9 Dinners (D) • Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Reception and Dinner • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board

• • • • • •

Visit to My An Hung village Lion Dance performance on board Phnom Penh tuk-tuk drive by night Traditional Buddhist monk blessing Ox cart ride Phare Cambodian Circus performance

Discover More Full details on pages 42-43

You’re Invited Full details on pages 12-13

DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES 13 Day Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap

EWVS.1

13 Day Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh

EWVS.2

2020

Departures

Twin Share

2020

Departures

Twin Share

July

30

$5,195

July

22

$5,195

August

13, 27

$5,195

August

5, 19

$5,195

September

10, 24

$5,595

September

2, 16

$5,595

October

8, 22

$5,765

September

30

$5,765

November

5, 19

$5,935

October

14, 28

$5,765

December

3

$5,645

November

11, 25

$5,935

December

17, 31

$5,515

December

9

$5,645

2021

Departures

Twin Share

December

23

$5,515

January

14, 28

$5,645

2021

Departures

Twin Share

February

11, 25

$5,935

January

6, 20

$5,645

March

11, 25

$5,935

February

3, 17

$5,935

April

8, 22

$5,645

March

3, 17

$5,935

May

6, 20

$5,195

March

31

$5,645

Full Deposit (required within 2 days of booking) $1,000pp

April

14

$5,645

Suite Upgrades – Emerald Harmony

April

28

$5,195

Cat.

Deck

Cabin

Price

May

12

$5,195

B

Vista

Emerald Balcony Suite

$795

A

Horizon

Emerald Balcony Suite

$995

AP

Pool

Emerald Balcony Suite

$1,295

S

Pool

Grand Balcony Suite

$1,795

SA

Pool

Owner’s Suite

$2,695

Other Touring Information All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. All prices include port taxes and charges, all gratuities (tipping) and airport transfers. Tour and Cruise price based on Category D Staterooms. Please enquire for all single pricing. Tour maps: Any maps or route depictions are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon. Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change. For ^transfer conditions & all other Terms and Conditions please see pages 48-49 of this brochure or refer to our website.

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Vietnamese fisherman

8 Day

Majestic Mekong River Cruise Day 1: Arrival Siem Reap – Prek’kdam Embarkation (D) Sous Sdei and welcome to Cambodia. Today, transfer^ from Siem Reap to Prek’kdam to embark Emerald Harmony and be welcomed by your Captain and crew. Set sail to Kampong Tralach and enjoy your first dinner on board with your fellow travellers. Your Tour Director will also conduct a port talk to review the activities and itinerary for the days ahead.

Day 2: Kampong Tralach – Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Start your day with an ox cart ride before a visit to the Oudong Temples, located in the former royal capital of Cambodia.

You’re Invited: Receive a traditional Buddhist blessing from the temples resident monks.

The afternoon is yours to continue exploring, or simply relax on board. Discover More: Silk Farm tour at Koh Oknha Tei or visit to Koh Chen Silversmith village.

Day 3: Phnom Penh (FB,L,D) Wake up in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, once known as the “Pearl of Asia”. This morning, we learn more about the Khmer Rouge and the darkest days of Cambodian history.

A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek, where you will have the opportunity to walk through the fields and learn about this sad chapter in history. Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former school that was converted to the main prison and headquarters of the Khmer Rouge. In the afternoon, visit the majestic Royal Palace with its gardens and central market located in the heart of the city. In the evening, You’re Invited to experience a tuk-tuk ride through Phnom Penh ending on a rooftop terrace.

Discover More: Champey Academy of Arts.

Day 4: Phnom Penh – Cambodia / Vietnam Border Crossing – Hong Ngu (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Visit a unique family-owned

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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For reservations and enquiries please call 1300 383 747 or see your local Evergreen Agent

Lanh My A silk producing factory. Here, you will learn more about the long and complicated silk making process and have a chance to touch the real Lanh My A silk. Take one of our sampans to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village to get a glimpse into the lives of the local farming community.

Board your luxury ship and cruise to the border between Cambodia and Vietnam.

Day 5: Long Khanh – An Long – Hong Ngu (FB,L,D) This morning, embark on a visit to the Long Khanh Island. There, you will visit a local family and learn about scarf weaving, before visiting the Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda and a grapefruit garden. This afternoon is at leisure or if you prefer, to take part on the Discover More of the Ramsar Bird Sanctuary.

You’re Invited: Return to the Star-Ship and this evening be delighted by a traditional Lion Dance performance on board.

Vietnam & Cambodia Siem Reap SAVE UP TO AN EXTRA

CAMBODIA

Phnom Penh

$1,800* PER COUPLE See pages 20-21

Prek’kdam

Mekong River 7

Hong Ngu

VIETNAM Ho Chi Minh City

Long Khanh Night Stopovers Cruise Content Land Content Map provided as a guide only.

Please refer to terms & conditions.

Anh Long My An Hung

My Tho Sa Dec

INCLUDED IN YOUR PRICE

Day 6: My An Hung – Sa Dec – My Tho (FB,L,D) You’re Invited: Start your day with a visit to My An Hung village. A visit to this lovely and unspoiled place will surely mesmerise you. Return to the ship and sail to Sa Dec, and in the afternoon, visit the Chinese congregational house in Kien An Cung.

Afterwards, visit the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras’ novel, L’Amant.

Day 7: My Tho – Ho Chi Minh City (FB,L,D) This morning, you will be taken to the village of Đat Dua, where you will watch a coconut candy workshop. Then, take a horse cart ride to the Tan Long Pagoda. Return to the ship and sail to Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City Disembarkation (FB) Bid farewell to your luxury Star-Ship in the morning and transfer^ to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.

• • • •

ll tipping and gratuities included A Return airport transfers Port taxes and charges 7 nights on board of Emerald Waterways Luxury Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony • The services of Emerald Waterways Tour Directors • The services of a Local Tour Guide • Visit to Oudong Temples

• V isit to the Killing Fields & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum • Visit to Royal Palace and central market • Hoa Hao Buddhist Pagoda in the Long Khanh Island • Visit to local scarf weaving workshop • Home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le • Visit to Tan Long Pagoda • Visit to fruit workshop in Đat Dua

DINING HIGHLIGHTS

YOU’RE INVITED

• 2 0 superb meals including: 7 Full Breakfasts (FB), 6 Lunches (L) & 7 Dinners (D) • Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Reception and Dinner • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board

• T raditional Buddhist Monk Blessing • Phnom Penh tuk-tuk drive by Night • Visit to family-owned Lanh My A silk producing factory • Lion Dance Performance on board • Visit to My An Hung village

Discover More Full details on pages 42-43

DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES 8 Day Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap

EWVC.1

8 Day Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh

EWVC.2

2020

Departures

Twin Share

2020

Departures

Twin Share

August

1, 15, 29

$3,125

July

25

$3,125

September

12, 26

$3,525

August

8, 22

$3,125

October

10, 24

$3,695

September

5, 19

$3,525

November

7, 21

$3,865

October

3, 17, 31

$3,695

December

5

$3,575

November

14, 28

$3,865

12

$3,575

December

19

$3,445

December

2021

Departures

Twin Share

December

26

$3,445

January

2

$3,445

2021

Departures

Twin Share

$3,575

January

9, 23

$3,575

$3,865

February

6, 20

$3,865

$3,865

March

6, 20

$3,865

$3,575

April

3, 17

$3,575

$3,125

May

1, 15

$3,125

January February March April May

16, 30 13, 27 13, 27 10, 24 8, 22

Full Deposit (required within 2 days of booking) $1,000pp

Tuk Tuk, Cambodia

You’re Invited Full details on pages 12-13

Suite Upgrades – Emerald Harmony Cat.

Deck

Cabin

Price

Other Touring Information

B

Vista

Emerald Balcony Suite

$795

All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. All prices include port taxes and charges, all gratuities (tipping) and airport transfers. Tour and Cruise price based on Category D Staterooms. Please enquire for all single pricing. Tour maps: Any maps or route depictions are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon. Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change. For ^transfer conditions & all other Terms and Conditions please see pages 48-49 of this brochure or refer to our website.

A

Horizon

Emerald Balcony Suite

$995

AP

Pool

Emerald Balcony Suite

$1,295

S

Pool

Grand Balcony Suite

$1,795

SA

Pool

Owner’s Suite

$2,695

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Traditional Junk, Halong Bay

11 Day

Best of Vietnam Add City Escape:

SAPA

see page 47

Days 1-5: Sapa Journey to the magnificent mountain region of Sapa by overnight train. Known for colourful and traditional hill tribes, breathtaking scenery and cultural diversity, this is a magical part of Vietnam that will leave you spellbound. Tour the villages, markets and hill tribes and learn the fascinating lives of the locals.

Day 1: Arrival Hanoi (D) Xin Chao and welcome to Hanoi! You will be met and transferred^ from the airport to your hotel.

This evening, meet your Tour Director for a welcome briefing. Two Night Stay: Silk Path Hotel.

Day 2: Hanoi (FB,L) Today, you will enjoy a full-day city tour of Hanoi. The tour includes the main sights of the city including an outside view of the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, the historic father of modern Vietnam. Continue to One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university.

You’re Invited: Enjoy lunch at KOTO Restaurant, a unique restaurant that trains disadvantaged street children. After lunch, visit Hanoi’s Old Quarter also known as the ‘36 streets’. Take a walking tour through charming Hang Be Market and around Hoan Kiem Lake, including a stop at Ngoc Son temple. This evening, enjoy a traditional Water Puppet performance.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay (FB,L,D) Travel to Halong Bay and board your luxurious traditional style junk. Cruise through the bays and islets enjoying the stunning scenery of this magnificent region. Discover More: Scenic flight over Halong Bay (must be prebooked).

Two Night Stay: Bhaya Classic Junk.

Day 4: Halong Bay (FB,L,D) Join a day trip boat tour with a private crew and cruise to the bay’s most untouched areas.

Enjoy swimming on quiet beaches, visiting water tunnels and fishing villages or kayaking.

After a full day of exploration, return to your traditional junk boat.

Day 5: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Hoi An (FB,L) Enjoy breakfast in the middle of the bay while cruising through the magnificent rock formations back towards port. Bid farewell to the traditional style junk boat on Halong Bay and transfer to Hanoi airport, with a stop en-route for a light lunch at a local restaurant. At the airport in Hanoi, board your flight to Danang (Hoi An). Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in the historic port town of Hoi An and relax for the rest of the evening. Three Night Stay: Hoi An Historic Hotel.

Day 6: Hoi An (FB,D) You’re Invited: Visit Reaching Out, an organisation that assists people with disabilities to learn skills and gain meaningful employment.

In the afternoon, enjoy a half day tour of Hoi An and see old merchant’s houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Assembly Hall of the Chinese Congregation.

Day 7: Hoi An (FB) Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Hoi An and its surroundings. Discover More: Vietnamese cooking class or visit to My Son Sanctuary.

Day 8: Hoi An – Hue (FB,D) Leave Hoi An for Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam. You will drive through Danang before crossing the Pass of Ocean Clouds and dropping down to the wonderfully photogenic fishing village of Lang Co. In Hue, you will visit the Imperial Citadel where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945. You’re Invited: Take a cyclo (bicycle style rickshaw) from Dai Noi “Old City” to Tinh Tam Lake and join a boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda. This evening, experience a traditional costume play Royal Dinner.

Overnight Stay: Indochine Palace Hotel.

Meridian Gate to the Imperial City, Hue

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Day 9: Hue – Ho Chi Minh City (FB,D) Transfer to Hue airport for your flight to Ho Chi

Vietnam & Cambodia VIETNAM Hanoi 2 2

SAVE UP TO AN EXTRA

HALONG BAY CRUISE

$1,800* PER COUPLE See pages 20-21

Hue 1

Danang Hoi An

3

Night Stopovers Cruise Content Land Content

2

Flight Included Map provided as a guide only.

Please refer to terms & conditions.

Ho Chi Minh City

INCLUDED IN YOUR PRICE • • • • • •

Minh City, formerly known as Saigon. Enjoy an orientation tour, starting with a visit to the city’s most iconic building; Reunification Palace.

Stroll through the colonial quarter, walking past scenes of everyday life on the way. Admire the beautiful architecture of the Opera House, City Hall and the old Saigon Post Office.

Two Night Stay: Grand Hotel.

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City (FB) Depart Ho Chi Minh City, and watch the city skyline fade into the distance as the road winds through rice paddies, villages and other scenes typical to southern Vietnam. Spend a couple of hours walking around Cu Chi’s rugged grounds with a local guide. Hear how the residents constructed an intricate, underground network of tunnels during the French and American Wars.

Hear incredible tales about the unusual foods the residents ate to survive. Once above ground, see other ingenious items used by the residents to defend themselves such as bamboo traps and camouflaged pits. Your afternoon is at leisure. Discover More: Evening Street Food Tour of Saigon.

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City Farewell (FB) Today, transfer^ to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.

• • • • •

All tipping and gratuities included Return airport transfers Port taxes and charges All on-tour flights Deluxe hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage included 2 nights onboard of the Bhaya Classic Junk (or similar) in Halong Bay 2 internal flights: Hanoi – Danang & Hue – Ho Chi Minh City Full day city tour of Hanoi Water Puppet Performance Halong Bay Cruise with various tours Guided Tour of Hoi An

• Private boat tour to local beaches and activities on Halong Bay • Hue included visit of the Imperial Citadel • Orientation Tour of Ho Chi Minh City • Cu Chi Tunnel tour

DINING HIGHLIGHTS

YOU’RE INVITED

• 20 superb meals including: 10 Full Breakfasts (FB), 4 Lunches (L) & 6 Dinners (D)

• • • • •

Lunch at KOTO Restaurant Visit Reaching Out Cyclo ride through the Dai Noi Boat Tour to Thien Mu Pagoda (Hue) Royal Dinner experience in Hue

Discover More Full details on pages 42-43

You’re Invited Full details on pages 12-13

DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES 11 Day Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh

EVHH.1

11 Day Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi

EVHH.2

2020

Departures

Twin Share

2020

Departures

Twin Share

July

22

$3,260

August

1, 29

$3,260

August

19

$3,260

September

26

$3,260

September

16

$3,260

October

24

$3,260

November

21

$3,260

December

19

$3,260

2021

Departures

Twin Share

January

16

$3,260

February

13

$3,260

March

13

$3,260

October

14

$3,260

November

11

$3,260

December

9

$3,260

2021

Departures

Twin Share

January

6

$3,260

February

3

$3,260

April

10

$3,260

March

3, 31

$3,260

May

8

$3,260

April

28

$3,260

Full Deposit (required within 2 days of booking) $1,000pp

Other Touring Information Traditional cyclos, Hanoi

All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. All prices include all gratuities (tipping) and airport transfers. Please enquire for all single pricing. Tour maps: Any maps or route depictions are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon. Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change. For ^transfer conditions & all other Terms and Conditions please see pages 48-49 of this brochure or refer to our website.

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Emerald Harmony Cabin Plans Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite CAT SA

Grand Balcony Suite CAT S

At 452ft² (42m²), this truly spectacular suite boasts a separate bedroom and lounge area, a luxurious en-suite bathroom and a queen-size or twin-style bed plus enjoy a private terrace, with an additional space of 323ft2 (30m2) complete with a Jacuzzi. Not forgetting, you’ll be invited to dine at the Captain’s Table.

Beautifully appointed with a private balcony, these luxurious suites reach 398ft² (37m²) and host a separate bedroom and lounge. Guests staying in these suites can enjoy the opulent surrounds of the en-suite bathroom, as well as breakfast, canapés and after-dinner treats.

YOUR OWNER’S ONE-BEDROOM SUITE

YOUR GRAND BALCONY SUITE

• 452ft2 (42m2) plus 323ft2 (30m2) terrace • Private terrace with Jacuzzi • Separate bedroom and lounge area • Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, onboard complimentary bathrobes and slippers • Walk-in wardrobe • Complimentary in-suite mini-bar, restocked daily with wine, beer and soft drinks • Complimentary Nespresso™ machine • Complimentary Wi-Fi • Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds • Pillow menu • Telephone • Alarm clock • Hairdryer • Safe for your valuables • Individual climate control • Flat screen TV and infotainment system • Continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés and after-dinner sweet treats served in your suite • Four items of laundry a day • Invite to dinner at the Captain’s Table

• 398ft2 (37m2) • Indoor private balcony with open-air system and separate door to close from living room • Separate bedroom and lounge area • Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, onboard complimentary bathrobes and slippers • Walk-in wardrobe • Complimentary in-suite mini-bar, restocked daily with wine, beer and soft drinks • Complimentary Nespresso™ machine • Complimentary Wi-Fi • Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds • Pillow menu • Telephone • Alarm clock • Hairdryer • Safe for your valuables • Individual climate control • Flat screen TV and infotainment system • Continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés and after-dinner sweet treats served in your suite • Two items of laundry a day • Invite to dinner at the Captain’s Table Floor-to-ceiling window with open-air system

Floor-to-ceiling glass Bedside table Queen size bed

Balcony

Floor-to-ceiling glass

Balcony

TV

Sliding glass door

Bedside table TV

Bedside table

Lounge

TV Queen size bed

Sliding glass door Sliding door room partition Lounge

Bathroom

Lounge bed

Shower

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Wardrobe

Jacuzzi

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Bedside table

Wardrobe

Shower

Bathroom

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite CAT AP

CAT A

CAT B

Emerald Stateroom CAT D

A private balcony with drop-down window is perfect for enjoying the ever-changing views. Reaching 273ft² (25.4m²), relax and unwind in your opulent en-suite bathroom, complete with toiletries, and sleep soundly in your queen-size or twin-style bed.

Providing excellent value for money, they are bigger than the average standard staterooms. Enjoy your time on-board in your home-away-from-home, with everything you could possibly need. Emerald Staterooms have porthole river views perfect for seeing the picturesque landscape pass by.

YOUR EMERALD PANORAMA BALCONY SUITE

YOUR EMERALD STATEROOM

• 273ft2 (25.4m2) • Indoor balcony with open-air system • Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, onboard complimentary bathrobes and slippers • Complimentary Wi-Fi • Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds • Telephone • Alarm clock • Hairdryer • Safe for your valuables • Individual climate control • Flat screen TV and infotainment system • Mini-fridge

• 256ft2 (23.8m2) • Porthole window • Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, onboard complimentary bathrobes and slippers • Complimentary Wi-Fi • Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds • Telephone • Alarm clock • Hairdryer • Safe for your valuables • Individual climate control • Flat screen TV and infotainment system • Mini-fridge

Sliding window

Bedside table

TV

Bedside table

Twin beds

Bedside table

Bedside table

Bathroom

Bathroom

Shower

TV

Shower

Wardrobe

Wardrobe

Twin beds

Portholes

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Emerald Harmony Deck Plan

Emerald Harmony Length: 73m Guests: 84 Cabins: 42 Crew Members: 40 Year of construction: 2019

Sun Deck

1 2

3 4

Pool Deck

410410 406 404 408 406404 404 402 408408 406 410 410 408 406 404 402 402402

5 409 409 407 405403403 403 407407 405405 409409 407 405 403 401 401401401

Horizon Deck

314314 312312 310 308 306 304 310 308 306 304 302 312 310 308 306 304 302302 314 314 312 310 308 306 304 302

8

7

6 313313 311309 309 307 305 303 311 309 307 305 303 311 307 305 303 301301301 313 313 311 309 307 305 303 301

Vista Deck

214214 212212 210 208 206 204 210 208 206 204 202 212 210 208 206 204 202202 214 214 212 210 208 206 204 202

10

9 213213 211209 209 207 205 203 211 209 207 205 203 211 207 205 203 201201201 213 213 211 209 207 205 203 201

Riviera Deck

12

11 104104 102102102 104 104 102

103103 101101101 103 103 101 13 14

Cabin Categories Cabin Type

CAT SA

Deck

Size ft2 (m2)

1 Sun Deck with Deck Chairs^

9 Lotus Lounge

2 Retractable Sun Shade Roof

10 Reflections

Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite

Pool Deck

452 ft2 (42m2)

3 Game Area

Grand Balcony Suite

Pool Deck

398 ft2 (37m2)

4 Walking Track

CAT AP

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Pool Deck

273 ft2 (25.4m2)

5 Daytime Pool & Bar

CAT A

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Horizon Deck

273 ft2 (25.4m2)

6 Wheel House

CAT B

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Vista Deck

273 ft2 (25.4m2)

7 Reception

CAT D

Emerald Stateroom

Riviera Deck

256 ft2 (23.8m2)

8 Horizon Bar & Lounge

CAT S

Restaurant

11 Fitness Area 12 Guest Self-Service Laundry 13 Wellness Area 14 Hairdresser

^Due to safety, the Sun Deck will be closed when travelling under low bridges.

Please note: The cabin and deck plans, sizes and photographs are an indication only and are subject to variation.

Cabins 301 & 302 have a partially obstructed view from the balcony. The balcony window size is not impacted however the Star-Ship structure covers a section of the window.

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Emerald Harmony Atrium

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Discover More

Personalise your holiday with our Discover More excursions featured throughout each itinerary. These give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in unique local experiences, culture and history.

AN LONG

HANOI

Visit to Ramsar Bird Sanctuary

Halong Bay Seaplane Flight

This Ramsar Bird Sanctuary is located within the Tram Chim National Park, and is home to an astounding number of wading birds. You will be guided on a tranquil paddle boat along narrow channels through the gnarled and green sunken forest watching the most unique fauna.

Duration: 4.5 hours Fitness Level: Moderate Evergreen Price: From $78

Take the opportunity to view spectacular Halong Bay and the surrounding landscape from the air with a 45 minute seaplane flight from Hanoi. View the stunning limestone pillars jutting out of the emerald waters of UNESCO-listed Halong Bay. Duration: 3 hours Fitness Level: Relaxed Evergreen Price: From $813 *

Note: Must be pre-booked.

HO CHI MINH CITY

HOI AN

Evening Street Food Walking Tour

My Son Historic Kingdom Tour

This evening, join your guide on a incredible food discovery walking tour through the streets of Ho Chi Minh City.

This tour will provide you the opportunity to sample a variety of delicious local foods from different restaurants and food stands featuring some of Saigon’s best dishes.

Duration: 4.5 hours Fitness Level: Moderate Evergreen Price: From $100

Make our way to the UNESCO WorldHeritage listed ruins of My Son, stopping at 500-year-old Phuoc Kieu bronze crafting village on the way.

My Son was the seat of the Champa Kingdom and the ruins will bring the ancient kingdom to life.

Duration: 3.5 hours Fitness Level: Moderate Evergreen Price: From $73

HOI AN

KAMPONG TRALACH

Vietnamese Cooking Class

Koh Chen Silversmith Village

Indulge in the wonderful flavors of Vietnamese cooking with a hands-on cooking class. Join a local chef at the morning markets, browsing for fresh herbs and local ingredients .

Enjoy live demonstrations and discover Vietnamese cooking methods before enjoying lunch comprised of homemade street treats.

Duration: 4 hours Fitness Level: Relaxed Evergreen Price: From $106

Visit the wonderful Koh Chen Silversmith Village with friendly inhabitants and one of the most idyllic landscapes in Cambodia. You will also have the chance to see local artists working with their silver handicrafts. The villagers do not go to any art schools, they learn from people around them.

Duration: 2 hours Fitness Level: Relaxed Evergreen Price: From $35

KAMPONG TRALACH

PHNOM PENH

Silk Farm Tour at Koh Oknha Tei

Champey Academy of Arts

Visit the Chamka Snae Silk Craft outside Kampong Tralach in Koh Oknha Tei. Witness the entire process of silk creation, starting with the growing and harvesting of mulberry as food for the silk worms, the breeding process, life cycle of the silk worm to the spinning of the silk. Then, the dying process and the creation on wooden hand looms.

Duration: 2.5 hours Fitness Level: Relaxed Evergreen Price: From $37

Visit the National Museum and Royal University of Fine Arts in Champey, a non-profit organisation providing complimentary artistic courses to the young people of Phnom Penh. Visit the school and learn about the local music and see an art class demonstration by local students.

Duration: 4 hours Fitness Level: Relaxed Evergreen Price: From $68

To guarantee your place on your chosen activity, please reserve at the time of booking your tour. Activities are subject to minimum numbers, seasonal operation, weather conditions and/or availability.

Prices advertised are ‘from’ prices and are subject to confirmation at time of final payment. Not all activities include pick up and drop off transfers from hotels. Additional costs may be incurred.

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SIEM REAP

SIEM REAP

Banteay Srei Temple

Khmer Cooking Class

Duration: 3 hours Fitness Level: Moderate Evergreen Price: From $23

Duration: 3 hours Fitness Level: Relaxed Evergreen Price: From $91

SIEM REAP

SIEM REAP

Visit to Tonle Sap

Vespa Tour of Siem Reap Countryside

Banteay Srei is renowned for its detailed intricate carvings in the soft red sandstone giving it an ethereal feel.

Created by Hindu priests it is the most elaborately decorated of all of Angkor’s monuments. You will be mesmerised by the incredible sights and landscape of the temple.

Tonle Sap is the largest lake in South East Asia and a UNESCO Biosphere site due to its ecology and endangered flora and fauna. Visit some of the local floating villages located on the lake and experience the lifestyle of these inhabitants.

Duration: 3 hours Fitness Level: Moderate Evergreen Price: From $28 *

Uncover the secrets of Khmer cuisine with a hands-on Siem Reap cooking class. Join a chef to prepare the meal step by step, from buying the ingredients at the market to cooking them up in a traditional village kitchen. Taste delicious dishes and embrace the local Cambodian culture throughout the experience.

Riding on the back of a Vespa, drive towards the Cambodian countryside where the splendour of these striking surroundings and its local people will let you discover the real side of Cambodia.

Duration: 4 hours Fitness Level: Active Evergreen Price: From $159

Mobility note: Not recommended for guests with limited mobility. *

Note: Only available May-October.

Rural scene on the Mekong River To guarantee your place on your chosen activity, please reserve at the time of booking your tour. Activities are subject to minimum numbers, seasonal operation, weather conditions and/or availability.

Prices advertised are ‘from’ prices and are subject to confirmation at time of final payment. Not all activities include pick up and drop off transfers from hotels. Additional costs may be incurred.

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Premium First Class Hotels

Where you stay on your holiday is just as important as where you go. With this in mind, Evergreen Cruises & Tours has carefully selected from the best hotels available in the exciting places you’ll visit.

HANOI

HO CHI MINH CITY

Silk Path Hotel

Grand Hotel Saigon

HOI AN

HUE

Hoi An Historic Hotel

Indochine Palace Hotel

Silk Path Hotel Hanoi offer guests an extraordinary place that is created by combining unique architecture, expressive decor, and local features all in one great location.

Established in 1991, this hotel is admired for its location, charm, and world-class facilities. Occupying lush and spacious grounds in the heart of Hoi An city, Hoi An Historic Hotel provides air conditioned accommodation. Guests can enjoy a dip in the outdoor swimming pool or practice Tai Chi session in the morning.

SIEM REAP Shinta Mani

The Shinta Mani is a boutique resort centrally located in the leafy French Quarter between The Royal Gardens and the Old Market. The courtyard-style resort consists of a stunning swimming pool and flourishing tropical gardens.

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Grand Hotel Saigon is a colonial-styled hotel built in 1930 and later completely restored. The hotel is ideally located in the heart of Saigon, overlooking historical streets and Saigon River.

Surrounded by the lush exotic garden, Indochine Palace has set an outstanding landmark in Hue with new standards of excellence.

Pre & Post Tour Accommodation Extend your holiday with these great hotel options.

Hanoi

Ho Chi Minh City

Siem Reap

Silk Path Hotel

Grand Hotel Saigon

Shinta Mani

Twin Share from $95pp Single Room from $190pp

Twin Share from $115pp Single Room from $205pp

Twin Share from $190pp Single Room from $355pp

Shinta Mani, Siem Reap Conditions: Prices are in AUD per person in a run of house room. Prices advertised are 'from' prices and subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Includes one nights accommodation, buffet breakfast daily and return airport transfers.

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Extension Packages and Add-ons Explore further afield with an extension or add-on to experience the unique and fascinating destinations of Sapa, Luang Prabang and Singapore.

Singapore 3 Day / 2 Night Package Day 1: Arrive in Singapore and transfer to your centrally located hotel.

Two Night Stay: Furama City Centre.

Day 2: Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Singapore. Perhaps visit the Gardens by the Bay, soak in the views from the Marina Bay Sands Skypark or Singapore Flyer or shop til you drop along Orchard Road.

Singapore also boasts some fantastic dining experiences. Why not round out your day with a traditional ‘Singapore Sling’ cocktail. (B) Day 3: Transfer to the airport for your flight. (B) Includes: Return private transfers, 2 nights accommodation, breakfast daily and hotel porterage.

Twin Share from $825pp Single Room from $1,565pp Surcharge applies over Singapore Grand Prix and Singapore Airshow.

*

Please note: The above package is not escorted by an Emerald Waterways / Evergreen Tour Director.

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Sapa 5 Day / 4 Night Package Day 1: Hanoi (D) You will be met by an Emerald Waterways / Evergreen representative and transferred to your hotel. Soak up the sights of Hanoi before dinner at your hotel. Overnight Stay: Silk Path Hotel.

Day 2: Hanoi – Lao Cai (FB) This morning, embark on a markets and street food tour. Taste “pho”, Vietnam’s national dish, visit a local market and sample some street food.

Finish at the Old Quarter with a cup of Vietnamese coffee or tea. After a late checkout from your hotel, transfer to the station for your overnight train to Lao Cai. Overnight Stay: Fanxipan Express Train.

Day 3: Lao Cai – Sapa (FB,L,D) On arrival in Lao Cai, you will be met by your local guide and transferred to Sapa. Known for colourful and traditional hill tribes, breathtaking scenery and cultural diversity this is a magical part of Vietnam. After breakfast, journey to Ma Tra village, home to local Hmong and Red Zao people. Learn about the fascinating lives of these communities and soak up the picturesque scenery. Visit the bustling Sapa market then return to your hotel. Overnight Stay: Amazing Sapa Hotel.

Day 4: Sapa – Hanoi (FB,L,D) Visit Sa Seng and Sau Chua villages set in a valley surrounded by beautiful mountains. These are Black Hmong villages where the people still live traditional lifestyles. Explore these charming villages and learn about the life and rich culture of the Hmong. Return to Sapa for lunch and time to explore at your leisure. After a late checkout from your hotel, transfer to the station for your overnight train back to Hanoi. Overnight Stay: Fanxipan Express Train.

Day 5: Hanoi (FB) Early morning arrival back into Hanoi. Transfer to your hotel or to the airport depending on your itinerary.

Twin Share from $1,375pp Single Room from $1,730pp

Luang Prabang 4 Day / 3 Night Extension Day 1: Luang Prabang (D) You will be met by an Emerald Waterways / Evergreen representative and transferred to your hotel. Luang Prabang is an ancient capital filled with glistening temples, saffron robed monks and French Colonial architecture.

Surrounded by lush vegetation, it is a tranquil and beautiful town with UNESCO World Heritage status. Soak up the sights of Luang Prabang before dinner at your hotel. Three Night Stay: Villa Maly Hotel.

Day 2: Luang Prabang (FB) Explore the rich culture and history of Luang Prabang as you visit temples, museums, arts centres and hidden laneways. Visit the gilded halls of temples such as Wat Xieng Thong and Wat Visoun, walk through the historic former Royal Palace and uncover the diverse cultures and traditions of Laos’ hill tribes at the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Center.

Experience one of Laos’ oldest traditions, the Baci ceremony and finish watching the sun set over the town from Mt. Phousi.

Day 3: Luang Prabang (FB,D) Rise early to observe the humbling spectacle of monks moving silently through the streets collecting alms. Board your boat and witness river life as you cruise up the Mekong to Pak Ou Caves. Filled with thousands of Buddha statues the caves are a curious sight. The afternoon is free to explore this picturesque town.

Day 4: Depart Luang Prabang (FB) Transfer to Luang Prabang airport for your onward flight.

Twin Share from $965pp Single Room from $1,335pp

Please note: The above packages are not escorted by an Evergreen Tour Director, but are escorted by local guides and representatives only.

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1 Contract 1.1 These terms and conditions (“Conditions”) form the basis of the contract between You and Scenic Tours Pty Limited (“Evergreen”, “We”, “Us” or “Our”) (“Contract”). It is important that You read the Contract carefully to ensure that You understand Your rights and obligations. Your Contract may also include additional terms and conditions applicable to a special offer or promotion, and/or, depending on your Tour, Destination Specific Terms.

1.2 If Your Tour includes a Cruise, You will also be subject to the Cruise Conditions.

1.3 You confirm Your understanding and acceptance of the Conditions and the Contract by paying Your Booking Deposit or otherwise paying any part of the price of Your Tour. If you do not understand and accept the Conditions and the terms of the Contract, you should not make any payment to Us and in this case, we will cancel Your Booking in accordance with clause 3.3.

1.4 If You make a Booking on behalf of any other person, You represent to Us that You have their authority to make the Booking on their behalf and to legally bind them to the terms of the Contract, including the Conditions. Each reference to “You”, “Your”, “Guest” or “Passenger” means the person who makes the Booking and each other person covered by the Booking.

1.5 Your Itinerary does not form part of the Contract.

1.6 We may amend these Conditions from time to time. If We amend the Conditions, We will publish the amended version on Our Website. We will also provide the current version of the Conditions to You upon request. You will be bound by the current version of the Conditions at the time You make Your Booking.

1.7 If Your Tour includes a Cruise, Your transportation on any river cruise vessel during Your Tour, will also be subject to the terms and conditions of the Operator of the vessel (“Operator Conditions”). Although the Operator may be related to Us, it is a separate legal entity and business and You will enter a separate contract (based on the Operator Conditions) with each Operator.

The Operator Conditions are published on Our Website and are also available on request by contacting one of our team at the Customer Service Contact Address. It is important that You read the Operator Conditions carefully to ensure that You understand Your rights and obligations under them. You confirm Your understanding and acceptance of the Operator Conditions by paying Your Booking Deposit or otherwise paying any part of the price of Your Tour to Us. 1.8 All travel involves risks. We strongly recommend You take out comprehensive travel insurance with a reputable insurance company to cover You against risks associated with Your Tour including cover for loss of luggage, medical expenses and costs and expenses incurred due to cancellations, delays or other disruptions.

2. Meaning of Words

In these Conditions, the following words and expressions have the following meanings: (a) “Booking” means the booking You have made with Us for the Tour. (b) “Booking Deposit” means a booking deposit in an amount which We have notified You before You make Your Booking; (c) “Cruise” means a cruise constituting or forming part of Your Tour; (d) “Cruise Conditions” means the Operator’s conditions of carriage for a river cruise vessel, which are available on our Website and otherwise on request to Us. (e) “Cruise Director” means any person designated by Us as the cruise director for any Cruise. (f) “Customer Service Contact Address” means the details for contacting Us set out in clause 13.1 of the Conditions. (g) “Deposit Protection Plan” means Our deposit protection plan as set out on Our Website. (h) “Destination Specific Terms” means terms and conditions specific to a particular Tour, as published in the Tour Brochure or on Our Website for the relevant Tour, or, where applicable, set out in clause 14 of these Conditions. (i) “Force Majeure Event” means any act of God, war, terrorism, fire, flood or any other extreme weather conditions, loss of power, epidemics or pandemics, industrial disputes, slow-downs or other strike activities, riots or civil disturbances, acts of government, semi government or other authorities, inability to obtain any necessary licence or consent and delays caused by subcontractors, suppliers or other third parties (including telecommunications carriers), material shortages or other disruption to the Tour beyond Our control. (j) “Guest Contact Details” means Your contact details which You have provided to Us at the time of making Your Booking, as amended by any written notice You may provide to Us from time to time in accordance with clause 13.4 of these Conditions. (k) “Itinerary” means the Itinerary for Your Tour issued by Us, subject to any amendments made by Us from time to time in accordance with the Contract. (l) “Operator” means the owner or operator of a river cruise vessel, who is a separate legal entity and business, whether or not related to Us. (m) “Personal Information” means information about You and any other person for whom You make a Booking, including Your name, address, phone number and other contact details, details of Your next of kin, Your passport number, credit or debit card details, and information about Your health, medical needs, dietary requirements and any disabilities or other special requirements. (n) “Service Provider” means any independent contractor engaged by Us to provide a Tour or any part of a Tour, and includes an Operator. (o) “Tour” means a tour or journey package offered or provided by Us. (p) “Tour Brochure” means the brochure for Your Tour published by Us in hard copy or electronically and includes any amendments notified on Our Website from time to time. (q) “Tour Departure Date” means the scheduled departure date for the Tour set out in Your Itinerary. (r) “Tour Director” means any person designated by Us as the tour director for Your Tour. (s) “Tour Price” means the total amount payable by You for the Tour. It includes the Booking Deposit. (t) “Validity Period” means in respect of a Tour Brochure, the validity period stated in that brochure. (u) “Website” means Evergreen Tours’ website at www.evergreentours.com.au. (v) “Your Tour” means the Tour You have booked with Us, as outlined in Your Itinerary 3. Booking and Payment 3.1 You may make a Booking directly with Us or through a travel agent. Your Booking will be confirmed only when We have received: (a) Your Booking Deposit; or (b) If Your Booking is made 90 days or less before the Tour Departure Date, the Tour Price and all other amounts payable under the Contract.

3.2 Except as indicated in clause 3.8, We will notify You of the Tour Price and provide You with Your Itinerary at the time of making Your Booking.

3.3 You must pay Your non-refundable $100 Booking Deposit at the time of booking. A second non-refundable deposit of $900 per person is due within 48 hours after making Your Booking. If We do not receive Your full Booking Deposit of $1,000pp by the due date, We will automatically cancel Your Booking without further notice to You. 3.4 If You have made Your Booking through a travel agent, Your travel agent should forward Your Booking Deposit or Tour Price to Us on Your behalf.

However, payments by You to Your travel agent are not considered to be payments by You to Us. We will consider payment has been received by Us only when We receive payment from Your travel agent.

3.5 Any accommodation, sightseeing or flights We book for You separately to those stated in Your Itinerary are not included in the Booking Deposit or Tour Price and You must pay both the deposit and full costs for such additional services separately to the Booking Deposit and Tour Price at the time which We notify You at or before You make Your Booking. Any requests for such additional services will not be processed until Your Booking Deposit is paid in full.

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3.6 For some special offers, We may require payment of a further deposit before the balance of the Tour Price is due. We will notify You of any such requirement before You complete Your Booking and will confirm the payment details when we confirm Your Booking. You must make payment by the date notified by Us. 3.7 Except as required by law or in accordance with the Deposit Protection Plan, Booking Deposits are not refundable and are not transferable to other Tours or Bookings.

3.8 If You make Your Booking within 90 days of Your Tour Departure Date, You must pay Your Booking Deposit before We can process Your Booking and confirm Your Tour Price. Your Booking is not confirmed until You have paid the Tour Price. We will notify You of the Tour Price promptly after We have calculated it. If You do not confirm Your acceptance of the Tour Price in writing within 7 days of receipt of notification from Us, You will be deemed to have rejected the Tour Price. If You notify Us that You have rejected the Tour Price or if You are deemed to have rejected the Tour Price, We will cancel Your Booking and refund Your Booking Deposit. If You accept the Tour Price, You must pay the outstanding Tour Price within 24 hours of Us notifying You of the Tour Price, or We will cancel Your Booking and retain Your Booking Deposit.

3.9 If clause 3.8 does not apply, You must pay to Us the balance of the Tour Price and all other amounts payable under the Contract no later than 90 days before the Tour Departure Date. If Your Tour includes a third party Cruise You must pay the balance of the Tour Price to Us no later than 120 days before the Tour Departure Date.

3.10 If You wish to change any incidental component of Your Booking, such as any pre or post-tour accommodation or add-ons, You must contact Us. We may accept or reject Your request at Our absolute discretion and if We accept, You must pay a change fee to Us for each change in accordance with clause 4.7(b) and any additional costs resulting from the change. Additional costs may include additional overnight accommodation required as a result of any change to Your flights.

3.11 You may cancel a Booking by sending Us written notice of cancellation at the Customer Service Contact Address. If You cancel a Booking You will be liable to pay a cancellation fee in accordance with clause 4.8.

3.12 A name change for a Guest or a change to the Tour Departure Date is considered a cancellation of the original Booking.

4. Prices, inclusions and fees 4.1 All Tour Prices are quoted in Australian Dollars.

4.2 If You pay Us by credit card, a surcharge will be added with the surcharge amount being advised at the time of payment. There is no surcharge for payments made by cash, cheque or direct transfer to Our nominated bank account.

4.3 Your Tour Price includes all coach, rail and cruise travel set out in the Itinerary; the services of a Cruise Director (if applicable) and/or Tour Director; airport transfers outside Australia; meals as specified in Your Itinerary; economy class group flights and air taxes as set out in your Itinerary; accommodation; sightseeing and admissions, where stated in Your Itinerary; port charges; all gratuities and tipping on land tours; and any other specific inclusions identified in Your Itinerary.

4.4 Unless expressly listed in Your Itinerary as an inclusion, Your Tour Price does not include airfares; airline taxes; shore excursions on ocean cruises; additional optional activities; accommodation upgrades; meals not specified in Your Itinerary; drinks; laundry; passport fees; visas; vaccinations; medical assistance; government taxes and charges (excluding GST); or any items or expenses of a personal nature.

4.5 Unless stated as an inclusion in Your itinerary, overnight accommodation required to meet Your Tour and/or any flight connections are not included in the Tour Price and will be at Your expense.

4.6 We reserve the right not to honour any published prices that We determine were erroneous due to printing, electronic, or clerical error. If You make a Booking based on erroneous pricing, We will offer You the option of cancelling the Booking and receiving a refund of any amount paid by You or confirming the Booking by paying the difference between the erroneous price and the correct price, as determined by Us. 4.7 The following Fees are payable in addition to the Tour Price: (a) If You book 21 days or less before the Tour Departure Date, You must pay a late booking fee of $50.00 per Booking. (b) If You change Your Booking, other than by varying the Tour Departure Date, You must pay a change fee of $50.00 per Booking. This fee is on account of administrative expenses incurred by Us in changing Your Tour and is a genuine and reasonable estimate of Our expenses.

4.8 If You cancel Your Tour for any reason prior to Your Tour Departure Date (including by changing Your Tour Departure Date or the name of a Guest), You will be liable for the following cancellation fee: Days of notice prior to Tour commencement 91 days and over 90 to 62 days 61 days or less

Cancellation Fee (per person) Loss of deposit 50% of Tour Price 100% of Tour Price

You may also be liable to pay cancellation fees to airlines and other third parties.

4.9 We may vary Your Tour Price at any time before You have paid the Tour Price in full to the extent necessary to meet any increase in the Tour costs for reasons outside Our control, including airfares, fuel, government taxes and charges, exchange rate fluctuations or other Tour related costs or tariffs. We will not vary the Tour Price after We have received the total Tour Price from You, regardless of any increases in the costs incurred by Us. We will notify You of any such variation using the Guest Contact Details.

4.10 You are responsible for and must pay for all costs and expenses incurred by You as a result of any change made by You to Your Itinerary after Your Tour Departure Date. This includes changes due to illness or other personal reasons.

5. Cancellation, delays and changes to Your Itinerary 5.1 Your Booking is conditional on Us receiving a minimum number of tour or cruise passenger bookings to operate the Tour and ensure an enjoyable group atmosphere. Where sufficient numbers cannot be achieved, We may cancel or delay a scheduled Tour or Tour Departure Date.

5.2 We will endeavour to make any decision to cancel or delay a Tour or Cruise, and to notify You of that decision, at least 60 days prior to the scheduled Tour Departure Date.

5.3 If We cancel a Tour, for whatever reason, before departure: (a) We will use reasonable endeavours to offer You the closest available tour or cruise departure. If the proposed alternative tour or cruise is: (i) cheaper than Your original Tour Price, We will refund the difference to You; or (ii) more expensive than Your original Tour Price, You must pay the difference to Us; (b) if You accept the proposed alternative tour or cruise, Your Itinerary will be amended accordingly and We will give You an updated Itinerary; (c) if You do not accept the proposed alternative tour or cruise within 7 days of being notified by Us of the alternative, We will cancel Your Booking, refund to You all monies paid directly to Us and will have no further liability to You; and (d) We are not liable for any third party costs You may incur, which We have not booked on Your behalf, for example airfares or other arrangements booked independently through or paid to a travel agent.

5.4 If We delay the departure of a Tour, for whatever reason, for more than 7 days, You may terminate this Contract and We will provide You with, at Your option, either: (a) a full refund of all amounts paid to Us; or (b) a credit towards future tours with Us which will be valid for 24 months from the date You notify Us of the termination of this Contract.

5.5 We will use reasonable endeavours to provide the Tour You have booked

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in accordance with Your Itinerary. However, due to the nature of travel, it may not always be possible for Us to adhere strictly to Your Itinerary and the Operator may need to make alterations to the Tour or Your Itinerary, before or after the commencement of the Tour. Where, due to circumstances outside the Operator’s control, We are unable to provide the Tour in accordance with Your Itinerary, We will use reasonable endeavours to: (a) give You reasonable notice of any alterations, but there may be circumstances beyond Our control in which alterations will be required with little, or no, advance notice; and (b) Provide or arrange appropriate alternative activities, transport and accommodation as required.

5.6 The circumstances in which Your Itinerary or the Tour may be altered include: (a) High or low water levels in any river or canal; (b) Lock closures, unscheduled vessel maintenance or other operational reasons; (c) Road, river or weather conditions; (d) National or local holidays affecting the closure of public buildings or attractions; (e) Force Majeure Events; (f) Emergency events, accidents, injuries or other incidents involving You or other passengers; and (g) Any other event beyond Our control.

5.7 Alterations to Your Itinerary or the Tour may include: (a) Substitution of vessels for part or the whole of a Tour; (b) Cabin changes on a vessel; (c) Additional embarkations and disembarkations; (d) Substitution of alternate transportation, including the use of motor coaches; (e) Substitution of hotel accommodation for accommodation on a vessel; (f) Alterations to arrival and departure times; (g) Alterations to sightseeing activities; and (h) Reductions or increases in the time spent at a location.

5.8 If We or the Operator substitute any vessel, motor coach or accommodation under this clause 5, We or they will use reasonable endeavours to provide You with a substitution of equivalent specification or quality, but some services and facilities may not be available for all substitute arrangements.

5.9 Any changes to Your Itinerary will be notified to You: (a) if prior to Your Tour Departure Date, by phone, email or post using the Guest Contact Details or via Your Travel Agent; or (b) If during Your Tour, personally by Your Cruise Director or Tour Director.

5.10 To the maximum extent permitted by law, You agree that We are not liable to You for, and You release Us from, any cost, claim, loss, damage or expense whatsoever arising either directly or indirectly in connection with any alteration to Your Itinerary or substitution carried out in accordance with this clause 5, including without limitation any: (a) Claim for distress, disappointment or loss of enjoyment arising from the alteration; (b) Additional personal expenses incurred by You, including for food, beverages and personal items; or (c) Costs associated with any other travel arrangements affected by the changes, including any costs and expenses incurred by You for cancelling or changing those other arrangements or arising from a failure to meet a connection.

6. Your Tour obligations 6.1 For the comfort and safety of You and Your fellow passengers and other people, You must follow the Tour Director’s and Cruise Director’s instructions at all times.

6.2 If We, the Cruise Director, the Tour Director or Our staff or any Service Provider consider You are negatively affecting Your own health, safety or enjoyment, or that of other passengers, including by refusing to comply with instructions of the Tour Director or the Cruise Director, We may terminate the Contract and withdraw You from the Tour with immediate effect. If it is reasonably practicable to do so, the Tour Director or Cruise Director will provide a warning to You and allow You an opportunity to rectify Your behaviour before We withdraw You from the Tour.

6.3 If You are withdrawn from the Tour under clause 6.2, You must make Your own travel and other arrangements at Your own expense and We are not liable to You for any loss, cost or damage You may suffer or incur.

6.4 You must have a valid passport with an expiry date of at least six (6) months after the last scheduled day of Your Tour.

6.5 You must ensure that You obtain prior to the Tour Departure Date all required entry visas for all countries to be visited during the Tour, as failure to obtain correct documentation may affect Your participation in certain shore excursions and entry to certain countries during the Tour.

6.6 If You do not have the correct visa or other documentation necessary to enter a country or participate in any aspect of a Tour (“Documentation”): (a) We will not refund to You all or any portion of the Tour Price; and (b) You will be responsible for any costs You incur as a result of Your failure to obtain the required Documentation, including any costs associated with re-joining the Tour.

6.7 If You are unhappy with something that does or does not happen on Your Tour, You must first use all reasonable endeavours to negotiate with Us in good faith to settle the dispute before commencing proceedings in any court or tribunal. In the first instance You should raise Your concern with the Tour Director or the Cruise Director as soon as reasonably practicable, as it may be possible for them to take steps to resolve Your concern with minimal delay.

7. Notification of General Risks 7.1 You acknowledge and agree that there are general risks associated with travelling, which are beyond Our control and We are not liable to You for any loss, cost or damage You may incur as a result of these general risks.

Such general risks include: (a) Tour variations or interruptions caused by road, river or weather conditions; national or local holidays affecting the closure of public buildings and attractions; Force Majeure Events; high water levels; low water levels; flooding; lock closures; unscheduled vessel or vehicle maintenance; (b) Changes to the Tour and Your Itinerary in the circumstances described in clause 5.6; (c) forces of nature; illness; flight schedule changes or cancellations; loss of luggage; epidemics or pandemics; political unrest; accidents; acts of terrorism or other criminal acts; changes to government visa or travel requirements; or (d) Other circumstances beyond Our control.

7.2 You must make Your own enquiries regarding Your Tour, including being aware of any relevant government travel safety warnings.

8. Liability 8.1 Nothing in these Conditions or the Contract operates to exclude, restrict or modify the application of any provision of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), including the Australian Consumer Law, or any equivalent State or Territory legislation, the exercise of a right conferred by such a provision, or any of Our liability for breach of a guarantee, condition or warranty implied by such a provision, where it is unlawful to do so. All exclusions and limitations of Our liability under the Contract must be read subject to this clause.

8.2 You acknowledge and agree that We accept no responsibility and will not be liable to You (or any third party) for any loss, cost or damage (including loss of enjoyment) suffered directly or indirectly in connection with: (a) Any Tour risks or other aspects of the Tour disclosed to You in the Contract; (b) Any change to Your Itinerary or delays in departure or arrival times of aircraft, vessels or otherwise during the conduct of the Tour; (c) Any loss or damage to Your baggage or belongings; (d) any personal injury or death resulting from the acts or omissions or negligence of any third parties providing goods or services to You during the Tour, including air carriers, hotels, shore excursion operators, restaurateurs, transportation providers and medical personnel; or (e) Any disappointment or loss of enjoyment due to circumstances outlined in the Contract or otherwise beyond Our control.

8.3 Subject to clause 8.1, but despite any other provision of the Contract, and to the extent permitted by law, Our maximum liability to You or any third party (including any claims of negligence by Us) is limited to the Tour Price You have paid to Us. 8.4 To the maximum extent permitted by law and subject to clause 8.1, You acknowledge and agree We are not liable to You, under any circumstances, for any loss of enjoyment, opportunity, profit, savings, revenue or interest or any other consequential or indirect, incidental, special or punitive loss, damage or expenses.

8.5 You acknowledge and agree that We are not liable for any delay or failure

by Us or a Service Provider to perform Our obligations under the Contract, resulting from or as a consequence of a Force Majeure Event.

8.6 If a delay or failure occurs or is anticipated due to Force Majeure Event, Our obligations are suspended for the duration of the Force Majeure Event.

8.7 We may immediately terminate the Contract, if the Force Majeure Event delays performance of the Tour for a period of 7 days or more, calculated from the date We notify You of the Force Majeure Event.

8.8 To the extent permitted by law, all express or implied warranties, guarantees, representations, or terms are expressly excluded. Where the law implies any guarantee, condition or warranty which cannot be excluded, Our liability to You for breach of such an implied guarantee, condition or warranty is limited, to one or more of the following: (a) in the case of goods: the repair of goods, replacement of goods, the supply of equivalent goods or the cost of repair, replacement or supply of equivalent goods; or (b) in the case of services: supplying the services again or payment of the cost of supplying the services again.

8.9 Subject to clause 8.1, You acknowledge and agree that where Your Tour, any part of Your Tour, accommodation, flights or any other good or service are not directly provided by Us, but is provided by a Service Provider, in the event of any dispute or claim including for loss, damage, breach of contract or negligence arising from the conduct of the Service Provider, You must pursue Your claim directly against the relevant Service Provider.

9. Privacy and Data Protection 9.1 In order for Us to process Your Booking and provide the Tour to You, You will need to provide to Us, and We will need to use Personal Information.

We will need to provide Your Personal Information to Service Providers, as well as customs and immigration authorities. We may also provide Your personal Information to security and credit checking organisations. Some of the persons to whom We provide Your Personal Information are located overseas, including in countries that may not provide the same level of protection of Personal Information as Australia. By making a Booking You give Us Your consent to use and disclose Your Personal Information in the manner described in this clause 9.1.

9.2 We may also use Your name and the Guest Contact Details for marketing purposes, unless You tell Us that You do not want Us to do so. You may do this by contacting the Customer Service Contact Address.

9.3 We will otherwise deal with Your Personal Information in accordance with Our Privacy Policy, which can be found on Our Website or provided on request.

10. General Provisions 10.1 We may only waive a right or remedy created under these Conditions in writing. Our delay in exercising a right or remedy does not constitute a waiver of that right or remedy, nor does any waiver by Us (either wholly or in part) operate as a subsequent waiver of the same or any other right.

10.2 The Contract is governed by the laws in force in New South Wales.

10.3 The parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales and any courts competent to hear appeals from those courts.

10.4 Any term which is, by its nature, intended to survive termination of the Contract survives termination.

10.5 In these Conditions, unless the context otherwise indicates a contrary intention: (a) Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation; (b) Singular includes the plural and vice versa; (c) A reference to a party includes its successors, permitted assigns, administrators and substitutes; (d) Where a word or phrase is defined, its other grammatical forms have the corresponding meaning; (e) The word ‘include’ in any form is not a word of limitation; (f) No rules of construction apply to Our disadvantage on the basis that these Conditions or the Contract were prepared by Us; (g) A reference to a natural person includes their personal representatives; and (h) A reference to a body (including institute, association or authority) which ceases to exist or whose powers or functions are transferred to another body is a reference to the body which replaces it or which substantially succeeds to its powers or functions.

10.6 The Tour Brochure is valid for Tour Departure Dates during the Validity Period unless otherwise indicated in Your Itinerary, and supersedes all previous brochures.

11. Important notices about Your Tour 11.1 Tour Participation (a) Special needs: We welcome You if You have a disability or other special need, provided You are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all the assistance You require. Please note that although We will use reasonable endeavours to provide You with all the activities on Your Itinerary, depending on Your disability, You may not be able to participate in every activity and the Tour Director or Cruise Director will have the right to refuse Your participation if the Tour Director or Cruise Director believes Your health and safety or the health and safety of any other person may be impacted by Your participation. You must advise Us (or Your travel agent) of any disability, medical condition or dietary requirement at the time of Booking. (b) Facilities: It is important to note that: (i) Some cruise ships do not have elevators, and ships that are equipped with elevators may not have elevator access to all decks; (ii) Wheelchair passengers should be aware that cabin doors, rest rooms and corridors may not be wide enough to provide access for standard wheelchairs; (iii) Requests for disabled rooms must be made at the time of Booking and are subject to availability; (iv) For safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on boarding ramps (which may be steep due to water levels) whilst the vessel is tied up or at anchor, or on to motor coaches; and (v) Wheelchairs and walkers can be carried in the luggage compartment of motorcoaches subject to space limitations. (c) Our discretion: We may, in Our absolute discretion, decline Your Booking if We are of the view that: (i) We cannot adequately provide for any or all of Your special needs; (ii) Your health, safety or enjoyment, or that of any other passengers attending the Tour may be at risk; or (iii) You cannot or will not abide by any reasonable directions of the Tour Director or Cruise Director.

11.2 Cruises

If Your Tour includes a Cruise, the following provisions apply: (a) Deckplan: The deck plan, cabin sizes, images, inclusions and layout in the Tour Brochure are indicative only and may vary. Pictured representations of cabins or rooms in Tour Brochures are not drawn to scale. (b) Cruise Cabins: Your Tour Price is based on the Cabin category indicated in the Tour Brochure. Upgrades are subject to availability and will be at an additional cost. (c) Shore Excursions: Shore excursions provided by independent third-party Service Providers are at Your own expense and can be purchased prior to

Your Tour Departure Date. We recommend booking shore excursions at least 120 days prior to Your Tour Departure Date. (d) Photography: Our tours offer some of the most spectacular and beautiful photographic scenery in the world. However, We cannot guarantee that every scene or highlighted featured in a Tour Brochure or Itinerary will be available on each Tour. No refund or other compensation will be available for any resulting missed scene or photographic “opportunity”. (e) Smoking: Smoking is limited to designated smoking areas during Your Tour. (i) You acknowledge that We may restrict smoking to specific times and locations during Your Cruise for the comfort of all passengers. (ii) Smoking is not permitted on coaches or such other places as nominated by Us from time to time. (iii) Although We will use reasonable endeavours to ensure there are opportunities for You to smoke during the Tour, We cannot guarantee such opportunities will be available. (f) Noise, vibration and odour: While the Operators take reasonable steps to minimise noise, vibration and odours on the cruise vessels, You acknowledge and accept that some noise, vibration and intermittent odours may be experienced on vessels, and that We accept no responsibility, and will not be liable to You in relation to any such noise, vibration or odour. (g) Docking Position: During port stops, vessels may dock side by side, obstructing views and requiring You to pass through other vessels to embark and disembark. You agree and acknowledge that You will have no claim in respect of any such matters. (h) Medical Services: (i) River cruise ships do not carry a doctor on board (except in Russia), however medical services may be called at Your own expense. (ii) Due to the large number of passengers on board, We cannot provide a personal escort for medical visits. (iii) We are not, and our Service Providers and the Operators are not, liable regarding the provision of any medical care You may require or choose to accept during your Tour. (i) Currency and credit cards (i) All purchases on board a charge to Your shipboard account. The on-board currency on river cruises is US dollars. (ii) Shipboard accounts may be paid by US dollars or credit card. (j) Internet Service: Internet facilities are available on board your ship at no additional charge. (i) Complimentary Internet service does not apply to any third-party suppliers. (ii) Internet availability and quality may vary from country to country and can also be affected by technical issues, weather or unfavourable terrain and other factors outside Our control. (iii) We do not guarantee the availability or quality of Internet connections or services.

11.3 Coaches (a) Seat rotation: To ensure all passengers have the opportunity to enjoy front and window seats, a daily seat rotation system is employed on all of Our coaches and You must follow the seat rotation system. (b) Travel sickness: If You suffer from travel sickness, You should arrange medication or other alternatives to treat symptoms, as We cannot make allowances for this.

12. Additional Important Information 12.1 Air Travel and baggage (a) Airfare Conditions (i) All airfares are subject to availability and conditions apply. (ii) Our reservations consultant will book an appropriate fare for Your Tour. (iii) Some discounted airfares have conditions which make them unsuitable to be used in conjunction with Our tours. Full details and conditions may be obtained from Our reservations consultant or Your travel agent. If You have any questions or concerns please contact Our reservations consultant or Your travel agent. (iv) Airfares booked as part of Your Tour will be through an appropriate route although may not be a direct flight; some included flights are unescorted. If You request a customised route or direct flight You will be responsible for all additional costs. (v) Depending on departure date and time of booking the required booking class for airfare offer may be too far in advance to book with the appropriate airline. If the required booking class is unavailable air surcharges may apply.

The flight quote including air taxes and surcharges will be confirmed once all air sectors are booked and confirmed. (vi) Taxes are defined as all airline and government taxes and surcharges. Taxes are subject to change and will be advised at the time of flight reservation. (vii) All flights are subject to schedule changes and class downgrades as determined by the operating airline. You acknowledge and agree that We accept no responsibility and will not be liable to You for any costs associated with these changes. (viii) All airfares are subject to availability and scheduled for travel to meet the Tour Departure Dates set out in the Tour Brochure. Any requests outside of the tour dates may incur seasonal surcharges as enforced by the airline. (b) Airport Transfers (i) Airport transfers are only available on the first and last day of Your Tour and at times We designate. Transfers outside these times will be at Your expense and must be secured by Your own arrangements. (ii) Passengers who have purchased Our pre and post Tour hotel accommodation and airfares will be provided airport transfers to/from their hotel in the Tour start or end city only, on the day of the pre or post accommodation booking. (iii) If You do not book Your flights with Us, You must ensure Your flight details are provided to Us at least 60 days before the Tour Departure Date by: (a) Entering Your flight details at the trip personaliser on the Website; or (b) Contacting Us at the Customer Service Contact Address. (iv) No refund will be given for unused transfers. Transfers cannot be routed to other pick-up points or destinations. (v) If You miss the pre-booked transfer You will be responsible for making Your own way to the Tour departure point, at Your own expense. (vi) Unless expressly stated in Your Itinerary, airport transfers may be group transfers scheduled to coincide with multiple flight arrival and departure times. Private transfers are not available in all locations. Please enquire for further details. (c) Carriers: The carriers (including airlines, rail and sea carriers used in association with the tours) are not responsible for statements or features in Tour Brochures. The conditions of sale of each carrier constitute a separate contract between You and the carrier and We have no responsibility in relation to contracts between You and the carriers. (d) Luggage (i) Tour participants are entitled to one suitcase per person. Your suitcase must not exceed 76 x 53 x 28cms (30’’ x 21’’x 11’’) and must not weigh more than 23kg (50lbs). (ii) Airline passengers should consult with their airline as size and weight restrictions may vary from airline to airline and also according to the class booked. (iii) It is Your responsibility to ensure Your luggage complies with these requirements and You acknowledge that We, contracted carriers or Service Providers may elect not to carry overweight items. (iv) You will be responsible for any excess baggage charges.

12.2 Sightseeing, Excursions and Special Activities on Tour (a) Sightseeing: Sightseeing in many historic towns and cities can only be undertaken by walking tours as motorcoach access is not possible.

Consequently, a reasonable level of fitness is required as the sightseeing tour may involve steps and extensive walking over uneven surfaces. (b) Mountain Excursions: Some tours include mountain excursions involving

high altitudes. Please consult with Your doctor to ensure that You have an adequate level of fitness and are in good health before participating in these excursions. (c) Additional Optional Tours: Additional activities undertaken by You such as sightseeing tours purchased by You in addition to those activities outlined in the Tour Brochure during Your Tour are not included in Your Tour Price and incur an additional cost. Additional activities are subject to availability, seasonal and operational factors. Some activities require a minimum and maximum number of participants to operate.

12.3 Passenger Requirements (a) Special Diets: You must advise Us in writing of any and all special requests and dietary requirements at the time of Booking. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate Your dietary requests but cannot guarantee that such requests can be met. (b) Vaccinations: It is Your responsibility to ensure You have all required vaccinations for Your Tour and We recommend You refer to www. smarttraveller.gov.au for full details and also consult Your doctor. (c) Medical Conditions: We strongly recommend a visit to Your doctor prior to Your tour. (d) Solo Passengers and Single Accommodation (i) Prices quoted in Tour Brochures are on a twin share basis. If Your Booking is not a twin share booking We will notify You of the applicable single supplement rate (Single Supplement Rate), and You must pay the Single Supplement Rate for the Tour, at the time of Booking. (ii) If You are willing to share a room with another single traveller of the same gender, You must pay the Single Supplement Rate and we will use reasonable endeavours to match You with another single traveller of the same gender, but we cannot guarantee availability. If we are able to match You with another traveller and You remain matched throughout the entire Tour, You will be refunded Your single supplement rate within 2 weeks of tour completion. We accept no responsibility for the suitability of the allocated rooming partner. (iii) If at any time during the Tour, You consider Your rooming partner unsuitable, You must notify Us and We will use reasonable endeavours to arrange single accommodation for You for the remainder of the Tour, subject to availability, and at Your own cost. (iv) A limited number of single rooms and/or cabins are available at a Single Supplement Rate for each Tour. In some locations, single rooms are smaller than twin rooms and may not be available. You acknowledge that if there is no availability of single accommodation for the remainder of the Tour, You will be required to continue to share with Your nominated rooming partner for the remainder of the Tour. (e) Young Passengers: (i) Passengers under the age of 21 years (as at the Tour Departure Date) must be accompanied by an adult and share their accommodation with an adult. (ii) Children under the age of 12 years are not encouraged (with the exception of Christmas tours and Cruises) and are accepted or rejected at Our sole discretion.

12.4 Maps, Pictures and Images (a) Maps: Maps or tour depictions contained in Tour Brochures or any other brochures We issue are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon as the actual route to be taken during the Tour. (b) Images: All images in Tour Brochures represent typical scenes and descriptive detail for each tour, however it is possible that the particular subject matter may not be seen or experienced on Your Tour. Also, some pictures may have been digitally enhanced.

12.5 Hotel Accommodation (a) Substitution: We may substitute hotel accommodation of a similar standard in the place of the advertised hotel due to hotel availability issues.

Any changes will be notified once confirmed with the hotel. (b) Responsibility: Although We have taken reasonable steps to secure the most suitable hotel accommodation in the area of the Tour, We are not liable to You for the quality, size or fitness of hotel rooms.

12.6 Deposit Protection Plan

Our Deposit Protection Plan is available at a cost of $125 per person per Tour excluding Russian cruises and Russian cruises and tours. The cost is non-refundable and must be paid at the time of Booking Your Tour. The Deposit Protection Plan does not, nor is it intended to, replace travel insurance. Details and terms and conditions of the Deposit Protection Plan are available on Our Website.

13 Contact Details 13.1 To make, change or cancel a Booking or to make any enquiries regarding a Booking or to otherwise give Us any notice in accordance with the Contract, You should contact Our customer service centre as follows:

Email: info@evergreentours.com.au

Telephone: 1300 907 571

Postal: PO Box 807, Newcastle, NSW 2300 Australia

This is the Customer Service Contact Address.

13.2 Our customer service centre is open from 7.30am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday and 9.00am to 1.00pm Saturday (excluding public holidays in New South Wales) (Sydney time). Although We hope You won’t need it, Our afterhours emergency number when calling in Australia is freecall 1800 620 105.

Other emergency contact details are included in Your travel documents.

13.3 If You need to contact Us during Your Tour, We recommend that if it is practicable to do so, in the first instance You should try to contact the Tour Director or Cruise Director. Depending on the purpose of Your contact, they may be able to assist You, but otherwise they may direct You to contact Our customer service centre.

13.4 We will use the Guest Contact Details if We need to contact You before the Tour Departure Date. It is therefore very important that You keep the Guest Contact Details up to date and notify Us immediately of any changes.

To update Your Guest Contact Details, please contact Us at the Customer Service Contact Address.

14 Destination Specific Terms 14.1 Visas: A visa is required to visit Vietnam and must be obtained prior to departure. For other destinations a visa can be purchased upon arrival.

14.2 Earlybird Offers (a) If You book Your Tour and pay Your Booking Deposit by 31/12/2019 or until sold out, whichever comes first, You may be eligible to receive, at Our discretion, one of the following offers (subject to availability and Your eligibility): (i) Flights Included Offer – receive a complimentary per person return flight to South East Asia. The Flights Included Offer is only available on Evergreen Tours South East Asia escorted holidays of 13 days or more as set out in the Tour Brochure on page 20-21 (not booked separately). (ii) 2 for 1 Airfare Offer – receive a 2 for 1 airfare to South East Asia. 2 for 1 Airfare Offer is only available on Evergreen Tours South East Asia escorted holidays of 12 days or less as set out in the Tour Brochure on pages 20-21 (not booked separately). (iii) Dollar Discount Offer – amount dependent upon the itinerary selected as set out in pages 20-21. Not combinable with any airfare offer. (iv) Solo Travellers – Pay reduced single supplement on an Evergreen Cruises & Tours 2020/2021 Mekong River Cruise of 13 days or more in a Category A Emerald Balcony Suite and save up to $3,415 off the single surcharge. (v) Early Payment Discount – book and pay Your cruise 12 months prior to departure date to save $800 per couple on Your tour price. (b) The Fly Deal Offers: (i) Are for economy class travel for departures exiting Australia and upgrades to business class are at Your additional cost; and (ii) Any cancellation or variation to Your Tour or Tour Departure Date after ticketing has been done for a Fly Deal Offer will incur the applicable Cancellation Fee or Variation Fee in addition to any airline fees.

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