Mekong Upstream Vietnam Cambodia on Mekong Jewel
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Highlights
- Ancient temples of Angkor Wat
- The spectacular Royal Palace in Phnom Penh
- A water blessing by the monks of Wat Arang
- Mighty Mekong River
- Vovinam Show in My An Hung
- Sa Dec market
- Margettet Duras house
- Handrowing sampan
- Floatting market
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Trip includes
- Dining in the most spacious open-seating dining room on a Mekong Cruise Delicious regional & Western cuisine with all onboard meals Vegetarian options available with all meals Seasonal recipes featuring the freshest local ingredients
- Daily early-riser coffee & tea Full breakfast buffet with live with egg station
- Noodle station, salad bar, cold cuts... Everyday lunch buffet with live cooking station showcasing local specialties served by our Head Chef A la carte dinners with choice of salads, soups, entrées, dessert or cheese Complimentary wine, local beer/spirits, soft drinks, coffee & tea at lunch & dinner
- Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks for lunch and dinner
- Champagne welcome reception, wine pairing dinner, specialty coffee and fine tea selection
- Complimentary daily sundowner cocktail, draft beer and spirits - Complimentary water during excursions
- Complimentary personalised aluminium water bottle for excursions
- Complimentary wifi in-room and public areas
- 3 Lotus Cruises exclusive experiences: A variety of onboard cultural performances, calligraphy and crew farewell performance
- English-speaking crew and expert local guides and destination resource speakers
- Authentic excursions with visit to communities by a Lotus Cruises dedicated guide
- Port charge and gratuities included
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Itinerary
Depart Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon on a scenic drive to the port of My Tho to embark the luxurious Mekong Navigator and settle into your elegant suite. As your upstream journey commences towards Cai Be, experience our cordial hospitality on the Sun Deck at a wel...
After a short sail to Cai Be, the English-speaking guide will accompany you on the tapestry of waterways by sampan, passing a colourful collection of local boats from the delta provinces, larger boats selling their goods and the characterful stilted houses of Cai Be. ...
This morning, we make a short journey from ship to shore by traditional sampan, visiting a typical evergreen farming village on the Mekong Delta, the My An Hung village. We walk through the verdant village, interact with villagers, enjoy fresh coconut in the garden… A...
After border formalities, relax and enjoy leisure time on the sundeck, in the lounge, library or wonderful La Vie spa until mooring close to the city of Phnom Penh late evening. Guests observe a fascinating transformation in the riverfront architecture. Exciting cultural activities will take place on board.
Guests will today learn more about the darkest days of Cambodian history and the harrowing loss and sadness that haunts its people. A 45-minute drive through countryside are the Choeung Ek killing fields where more than one million people were killed and buried in mas...
Breakfast is taken on board before guests are greeted at the pier by their appointed Tuk Tuk driver for an enchanting tour of the best sites in Phnom Penh. Guests are expertly pedalled along the riverfront to the Royal Palace which is the official residence of the Kin...
The morning begins with a visit to the rural and charming village of Angkor Ban, with its stilted houses and grazing Brahim cows seeking the shade of a banana tree. Guests feel a sense of timelessness here, witnessing the rhythm of rural life. A visit is made to the h...
Following breakfast the crew bid farewell as guests are invited to disembark for transfer from Kampong Cham to Siem Reap with a lunch stop, arriving early afternoon at the hotel in Siem Reap, Cambodia.
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Price depends on suite style, time of travel, ship, and trip length. Ex: Mekong cruise 7 nights cruise Vista Suite is $2,407 in April or $1,919 in May
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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Lotus Cruises Reviews & Ratings
Nice crew
Nice crew! Delicious food!!! Like excursion to Long Khanh- nice people; ferry trip. Do not like S21 and Killing Fields. Terrible history but important. Food + athm...
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Feb 2020
Amazing experience
Amazing experience! Very good
Nice trip
Nice trip, excellent service, good food and fine suites.
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Nice crew
Nice crew! Delicious food!!! Like excursion to Long Khanh- nice people; ferry trip. Do not like S21 and Killing Fields. Terrible history but important. Food + athm...
Nice trip!
Thank you for all the crew and specially to Phong who helped my husband all long the excursions
Staff is great
Staff is great - all of them!
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What's excluded
- International flights and visas
- Spa treatments, on-board laundry and gift shop items
- Premium wine and spirits
- Transfer outside included transportation as provided in the shore excursion program
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and tuktuk drivers.
Accommodation
The latest addition to our collection, The Mekong Jewel redefines elegance and luxury for the sophisticated traveller with 34 indulgent suites and onboard facilities that set new standards in all aspects of elite river voyages combined with the 360-degree experience of panoramic views.
Grande Suite Located forward on the Sun Deck, these two very private suites not only offer the most luxurious and spacious environment on board but on the entire Mekong River, measuring 915 square feet (85 square metres) with full French doors onto a private panoramic terrace where complimentary canapés are served at sundown as part of Lotus butler service. Signature Suite Located on the Orchid Deck (Upper Deck), the Signature Suite provides guests with 333 square feet (31 square metres) of living space including French doors opening onto a private balcony for guests to enjoy the breath-taking scenery and the option of continental breakfast in a private and relaxing environment. Vista Suite Located on the Lotus Deck (Upper Deck), the Vista Suite provides guests with 323 square feet (30 square metres) of living space with French doors onto a small balcony, and a spacious seating area from which to enjoy the dramatic sunsets along the Mekong River.
Built: 2019 Length: 80m (263ft) Cruising speed: 11 knots Breadth: 13m (43 ft) Draft: 1.9m (6.2ft) Guest: 68 Staff: 44 Voltage: 220volts
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