Along the MekongFrom ZAR63 455 - 16 Days, Fully Inclusive From South AfricaThe Mekong River is one of the world’s greatest waterways, flowing over 4,000km through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam into the South China Sea. The life that unfolds along the Mekong River is diverse; from bustling cities to tranquil farm life. On this journey, discover the vibrant city of Saigon before boarding your Pandaw River Cruise Ship. Cruise to Cai Be Floating Market, a Cham tribal village and explore Chau Doc by trishaw. Cross over the border into Cambodia, where you will tour the city of Phnom Penh. Travel up Tonle River, visit children at a local orphanage and view ancient temples. Disembark the ship in Siem Reap and explore the temples of Angkor; perhaps the most fascinating symbols of ancient architecture and spiritual devotion. This journey will be unforgettable, as it opens your eyes to two amazing cultures that are so unlike your own, whilst experiencing an extraordinary cruise along the Mekong River on the traditional and charming Pandaw cruise ship. TOUR ITINERARYDAYS 1-2: SOUTH AFRICA TO SAIGONFly overnight with Singapore Airlines to Saigon for a three-night stay. DAY 3: SAIGONVisit the Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, Cholon (Chinatown) and Ben Thanh Market for some shopping. DAY 4: SAIGON - CU CHIExplore the amazing network of the Cu Chi Tunnels where you are led by a War Veteran. DAY 5: SAIGON TO MY THOTransfer south to My Tho and embark the Pandaw cruise ship this morning. DAY 6: CAI BE TO CHAU DOCEnjoy an excursion by sampan to see the floating market of Cai Be. Cruise to Sa Dec and see the ancient house of the 'lover' of Marguerite Duras, a famous French novelist. DAY 7: CHAU DOC TO PHNOM PENHVisit a Cham tribal village, a catfish farm and enjoy a trishaw ride around Chau Doc. Cross the Cambodian border to Phnom Penh. DAY 8: PHNOM PENHVisit the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum by cyclo. Note: In the afternoon you have the option of taking an excursion to the Killing Fields and the Tuol Sleng Museum. This excursion is included in the cost of your cruise, however, it must be requested at the time of booking. DAY 9: TONLE RIVER - KAMPONG CHHNANGEnjoy an excursion up the Tonle River by boat or road (depending on water levels) to Kampong Chhnang where you will take a motorboat into the lakeside wetlands that form the mouth of the river. DAY 10: KAMPONG CHAMtop at Chong Koh silk weaving village for a leisurely walk this morning. This afternoon stop at Peam Chi Kang Village to visit a local school and monastery. DAY 11: KAMPONG CHAMVisit the hilltop temple of Wat Hanchey and travel by bus to see the Twin Holy Mountains of Phnom Pros and Phnom Srey. Later, visit the village of Choeungkok and the Kampong Cham Orphanage. DAY 12: KAMPONG CHAM TO SIEM REAPDisembark the Pandaw cruise ship early this morning and transfer to your Siem Reap hotel, stopping at Kampong Thom en route. DAY 13: SIEM REAPDrive to the fortified city of Angkor Thom. Starting at the South Gate, you will view the Bayon, Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. This afternoon you will explore the magnificent Angkor Wat. DAY 14: SIEM REAPExplore the temples of Banteay Srei, Sreah Srang and Ta Prohm. Later this afternoon climb to the summit of Pre Rup at sunset. DAY 15: DEPART SIEM REAPThis morning is free at your leisure before you are transferred to Siem Reap airport to board your overnight flight to South Africa. DAY 16: ARRIVE SOUTH AFRICAArrive home this morning. |
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Important note: Above prices are based on Upper Deck twin cabins (subject to availability) Payment: Payment details for this group tour differ from other Wendy Wu Tours group tours; a deposit of 20% of the total tour cost is required. Itinerary: This itinerary is an indication only and subject to change at Pandaw River Cruises discretion and due to water levels, according to the time of year and rainfall. Disembarkation point in Cambodia depends on water level (Kampong Cham or Siem Reap). A daily programme for the following day will be posted on the ships notice board each day. Travel Info
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