Treasures of the Mekong

A waterway unlike any other

The way of life on this extraordinarily diverse waterway will wrap itself around your heart. Search out the 12th-century masterpiece that is Angkor Wat, before embarking on your cruise towards Vietnam. Along the way take in the wonders of the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh. Zoom along the waterfront in a tuk tuk, visit the Royal Palace, then return to the all-inclusive ultra-luxury of your ship and glide over the border into Vietnam. Discover the historic towns of Tan Chau and Sa Dec before winding your way to lively Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 01

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Arrive at the historic Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, your home for a three night Special Stay.

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Day 02

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Freechoice: Discover Banteay Srei and visit the Landmine Museum. Alternatively, cruise on Tonlé Sap (seasonal), take a tuk tuk ride to the markets or take a tethered balloon ride above Angkor Wat (weather dependent). Visit the workshops of Satcha, aiming to create the first Cambodian handicraft centre that incubates local artisans, mixing traditional knowledge with contemporary design to showcase Cambodian’s talents to visitors. Later, visit Angkor Wat.

This evening enjoy premium seating at the colourful Cambodian Circus, Phare.

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Day 03

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Enrich: Marvel at sunrise over Angkor Wat before moving to a special location for a champagne breakfast with food prepared by an NGOsupported local bakery school. Visit the atmospheric, jungle covered Ta Prohm Temple, before stopping at Angkor Thom and the multi-faced Bayon Temple. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.

Enrich: Be wowed by an illuminated Gala Dinner at an Angkor temple, with included free flow drinks and a show featuring Apsara dancers.

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Day 04

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Discover the rural side of Cambodia on your drive to Kampong Cham where Scenic Spirit awaits.

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Day 05

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Walk (or drive) to the top of Wat Hanchey, an ancient hilltop pagoda and monastery to meet the resident novice monks. Cruise to Kampong Cham.

Freechoice: Learn the history of the area with a visit to Phnom Pros (Man Hill) and then Wat Nokor. Alternatively, explore the traditional village of Koh Pen or visit a rubber plantation factory and betel nut village.

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Day 06

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Upon arrival in Angkor Ban, explore its historical rural wooden houses, which survived the Khmer Rouge, and visit the local pagoda.

Enrich: Receive a blessing from a monk and learn how to pray in a Buddhist pagoda, before partaking in a ceremony which contributes to the daily meal of the resident monks. Later, cruise to Koh Dach Island dedicated to the art of silk weaving before continuing onto Phnom Penh.

Scenic Sunset Drinks: Enjoy a cocktail reception on the Sun Deck against the backdrop of Phnom Penh’s lights at sunset.

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Day 07

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Freechoice: Journey to the Killing Fields and tour Tuol Sleng, or join a hands-on Khmer cooking demonstration. Alternatively, explore Phnom Penh’s colonial buildings and visit the Central Market by remork.

This afternoon time is yours for shopping or exploring on your own.

Scenic Sunset Drinks:

This evening revel in our Phnom Penh by City Lights tour, giving you an insight into the nightlife of the capital before stopping at a distillery for an exclusive tour and tasting behind closed doors.

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Phnom Penh Koh Dach Angkor Ban Mekong 7 Cambodia

Vietnam

Kampong Kdei 3 2 Ho Chi Minh City

Kampong Cham

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22 Scenic Freechoice Excursions including 6 Local Delicacies | 11 Cultural Encounters

5 Historic Moments

See pages 34-37 for details.

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