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15-night Charms of the Mekong Cruise/Land Package

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)/Hanoi
15-night Charms of the Mekong Cruise/Land Package
October 26, 2024
AmaWaterways: AmaDara
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)/Hanoi
Vacation Offer ID 1465534
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SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with French balconies)
  • Computer for internet access
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Mini-Fridge, Desk and sitting area
  • Bottled water replenished daily
AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
  • Wellness Program with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun deck whirlpool and walking track
  • Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
AWARD-WINNING DINING
  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
  • Immersive tours in every destination
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Special Interest Tours
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Personal headset for easy exploration
  • Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
LAND PROGRAM
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) at the Sofitel Saigon Plaza (or similar), including buffet breakfast
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Siem Reap at the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort (or similar), including daily buffet breakfast
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation in Hanoi at the Sofitel Legend Metropole (or similar), including daily buffet breakfast
  • Overnight stay on board an elegantly appointed ship in Ha Long Bay

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare from your city
Optional shore excursions

  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) 10/26/2024

Ho Chi Minh City, still affectionately referred to by locals as Saigon, is Vietnam's former capital. Once known as the "Paris of the Orient", it is now an industrial, cultural, and educational hub.,

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Cu Chi Tunnels & Sai Gon Highlights Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Visit Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Visit Reunification Palace
  • Stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Visit Jade Emperor Pagoda
  • Shopping at the Central Ben Thanh Market

Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English Speaking Local Guides.
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre of bottled water and cold towel in vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa arrival
  • Other meals than those specified
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants
Highlights of Ho Chi Minh City Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Visit Reunification Palace
  • Photo stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Visit History Museum & Jade Emperor Pagoda
  • Visit China Town & Cao Dai Temple en-route
  • Shopping at the Central Ben Thanh Market
Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English-speaking local guides
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre bottled water and cold towel in the vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa on arrival
  • Other meals than those specified.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants, etc.
Mekong Delta Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Get on a motorized sampan to experience the life of local people, visit local brickwork, local fruit farms, family workshops Photo stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Take rowing-boat along water palm creek and cruise back to the Pier
  • If time permits, have a quick visit of Sai Gon or shopping at Ben Thanh Market
Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English-speaking local guides
  • Private boat cruise on Mekong River
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre of bottled water and cold towel in the vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa on arrival
  • Other meals than those specified.
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants, etc.
Saigon Port
Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.
 
Limited area: Ho Chi Minh City
Duration:        Within 4 hours OR within 8 hours
 
Meals:       None

TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·   Private transfers and transportation with Local English speaking guide
·   Cold towels and water on car
·   Dock permit
·   Tips & gratuities
 
·   Vietnam visa
·   Accommodation with daily breakfast
·   Entrance fees
·   All meals
·   All flights
·   Personal expenses
·   Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Full Day Saigon City Tour (8 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong Port), drive 20mins to the city centre for a tour of some of Saigon’s historic landmarks reflecting its French and Chinese influences. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a red brick edifice with twin spires constructed from materials imported from France (entrance is only permitted when no services are being performed). Then head across the square to the Central Post Office, completed in 1891. Appreciate the restored exteriors of the Saigon Opera House and the elegant City Hall (the former Hotel de Ville), two of Saigon’s most stunning colonial monuments. If time permits, we will visit the iconic Ben Thanh Market, one of the earliest surviving structures in Saigon and popular wholesale market for local handicrafts, textiles, souvenirs and street food.
 
Drive to the former residence of the US Ambassador of South Vietnam in the early 1960s, Mr. Henry C. Lodge Jr., who supported the overthrowing of the South Vietnamese Government. Enjoy a cold drink while watching a 10min documentary film about Saigon during that time.
 
After lunch on your own, we then drive to Saigon’s Chinatown to visit the beautiful Thien Hau Pagoda, built by the Cantonese community in the early 19th century to honour the Goddess of the Sea. Take time to make a wish, write it on a small card and attach it to one of the incense coils according to local custom. Continue your visit to FITO, the first museum of traditional medicine in Vietnam, offering insight into the history and application of traditional medicine in everyday life before taking the scenic route through the city back to the ship.

NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Outside visit only due  the renovation at Notre Dame Cathedral until further notice
·       Tour duration: 08 hours    
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: History of Architecture with History Researcher (4 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong Port), drive 20mins to the city center for a tour of some of Saigon’s historic landmarks reflecting its French and Chinese influences. Meet with a local cultural and history researcher at your hotel lobby and take a short trip to local coffee shop for an overview of the impressive history of the city once known as “The Pearl of the Orient”. Then take a step back in time to visit several of the very best examples of “storytelling” architecture. Start at Jade pagoda established in the early 1900s to get a glimpse of ancient history when a group of Chinese fled the new regime to Saigon around the end of 17th century under the reign of Lord Nguyen.
 
Then wind your way to Archbishop's Palace – with a prayer house more than two hundred-years old (outside visit) as the home for the first French Catholic missionary. Gain an overview about the first approach of the French during the Cochinchina period in the early 18th century. Stroll around the University of Social Sciences & Humanities which used to be the 11th infantry regiment colonial military barracks for an insight into French campaigns against Viet Minh at the time. Your stop will be at the former residence of the US Ambassador, Henry C. Lodge in the 1960s for a drink and watch 10-min movie about Saigon back in the day.
 
NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Total duration: 04 hours
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: Retracing the Past (5 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Commence with a visit of the shrine outside of the US Consulate then continue to the former CIA building (outside visit only), where helicopters evacuated the remaining US citizens in 1975. Head to the rooftop café of the Rex hotel, a familiar landmark for Americans during the Vietnam War. Sit down for a drink, enjoy the view and this piece of history which your guide will help to explain. Then visit the Reunification Palace for a guided tour of the former headquarters of the South Vietnamese Government and residence of the presidents. Drive to the former residence of the US Ambassador of South Vietnam in the early 1960s, Mr. Henry C. Lodge, who conducted a mission to overthrow the South Vietnamese Government. Watch a 10 minutes documentary film about Saigon during that time while enjoying a cold drink. Then drive to a secret weapon chamber which VC used as a place to hide and store weapons during Vietnam War. Then weave through tiny back alleys and meet and chat with the locals who are living in tiny houses. Head to a historic venue for a late lunch of “pho” (noodle soup). The house number 07 on Ly Chinh Thang Street (former Yen Do street) is now known as Pho Binh restaurant which used to be the headquarters of Viet Cong Commanders where they gathered to plan for the 1968 Tet Offensive. Take a walk upstairs to learn more about the history through the family’s photo collection.  Then drive back to the port to embark the ship.
 
NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Total duration: 05 hours
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: Culinary Experience at Former Ambassador's Residence (4 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Drive 20 minutes to Ben Thanh market to buy all the fresh ingredients before continuing an historic Ambassador's home for a private hands-on cooking demonstration. The American Ambassador to South Vietnam in the 1960s, Mr. Henry Cabot Lodge, carried a mission of overthrowing the southern government at that time. When Lodge arrived in Saigon, an old villa in District 3 was converted into the Ambassador’s residence. Mr. Lodge lived in this home between1960-1965 and the architecture is a mix of Vietnamese, French and American. Today it remains a private residence owned by Trails of Indochina and it has been fully restored to its former glory. The guide will provide an orientation tour of the house while the chef prepares the ingredients. Learn typical Southern style dishes throughout the morning. The chef will show you how to serve each dish before the meal, and you will need to master the chopsticks before you can savor your own culinary creations in the old world ambiance of the villa.
 
After lunch, transfer back to your ship.
 
Note: There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
 
Meal: Lunch
 
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Lunch
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
10/26/2024 10/26/2024
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) 10/27/2024

Always bustling, Ho Chi Minh City is a city of contrasts blending old and new, and east and west. In the morning, explore some of the city's most famous landmarks, including the former Presidential Palace, the Central Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the War Remnants Museum. In the afternoon, visit Cu Chi Tunnels, an immense underground network built during the Vietnam War. (B,L),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Cu Chi Tunnels & Sai Gon Highlights Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Visit Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Visit Reunification Palace
  • Stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Visit Jade Emperor Pagoda
  • Shopping at the Central Ben Thanh Market

Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English Speaking Local Guides.
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre of bottled water and cold towel in vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa arrival
  • Other meals than those specified
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants
Highlights of Ho Chi Minh City Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Visit Reunification Palace
  • Photo stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Visit History Museum & Jade Emperor Pagoda
  • Visit China Town & Cao Dai Temple en-route
  • Shopping at the Central Ben Thanh Market
Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English-speaking local guides
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre bottled water and cold towel in the vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa on arrival
  • Other meals than those specified.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants, etc.
Mekong Delta Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Get on a motorized sampan to experience the life of local people, visit local brickwork, local fruit farms, family workshops Photo stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Take rowing-boat along water palm creek and cruise back to the Pier
  • If time permits, have a quick visit of Sai Gon or shopping at Ben Thanh Market
Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English-speaking local guides
  • Private boat cruise on Mekong River
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre of bottled water and cold towel in the vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa on arrival
  • Other meals than those specified.
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants, etc.
Saigon Port
Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.
 
Limited area: Ho Chi Minh City
Duration:        Within 4 hours OR within 8 hours
 
Meals:       None

TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·   Private transfers and transportation with Local English speaking guide
·   Cold towels and water on car
·   Dock permit
·   Tips & gratuities
 
·   Vietnam visa
·   Accommodation with daily breakfast
·   Entrance fees
·   All meals
·   All flights
·   Personal expenses
·   Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Full Day Saigon City Tour (8 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong Port), drive 20mins to the city centre for a tour of some of Saigon’s historic landmarks reflecting its French and Chinese influences. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a red brick edifice with twin spires constructed from materials imported from France (entrance is only permitted when no services are being performed). Then head across the square to the Central Post Office, completed in 1891. Appreciate the restored exteriors of the Saigon Opera House and the elegant City Hall (the former Hotel de Ville), two of Saigon’s most stunning colonial monuments. If time permits, we will visit the iconic Ben Thanh Market, one of the earliest surviving structures in Saigon and popular wholesale market for local handicrafts, textiles, souvenirs and street food.
 
Drive to the former residence of the US Ambassador of South Vietnam in the early 1960s, Mr. Henry C. Lodge Jr., who supported the overthrowing of the South Vietnamese Government. Enjoy a cold drink while watching a 10min documentary film about Saigon during that time.
 
After lunch on your own, we then drive to Saigon’s Chinatown to visit the beautiful Thien Hau Pagoda, built by the Cantonese community in the early 19th century to honour the Goddess of the Sea. Take time to make a wish, write it on a small card and attach it to one of the incense coils according to local custom. Continue your visit to FITO, the first museum of traditional medicine in Vietnam, offering insight into the history and application of traditional medicine in everyday life before taking the scenic route through the city back to the ship.

NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Outside visit only due  the renovation at Notre Dame Cathedral until further notice
·       Tour duration: 08 hours    
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: History of Architecture with History Researcher (4 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong Port), drive 20mins to the city center for a tour of some of Saigon’s historic landmarks reflecting its French and Chinese influences. Meet with a local cultural and history researcher at your hotel lobby and take a short trip to local coffee shop for an overview of the impressive history of the city once known as “The Pearl of the Orient”. Then take a step back in time to visit several of the very best examples of “storytelling” architecture. Start at Jade pagoda established in the early 1900s to get a glimpse of ancient history when a group of Chinese fled the new regime to Saigon around the end of 17th century under the reign of Lord Nguyen.
 
Then wind your way to Archbishop's Palace – with a prayer house more than two hundred-years old (outside visit) as the home for the first French Catholic missionary. Gain an overview about the first approach of the French during the Cochinchina period in the early 18th century. Stroll around the University of Social Sciences & Humanities which used to be the 11th infantry regiment colonial military barracks for an insight into French campaigns against Viet Minh at the time. Your stop will be at the former residence of the US Ambassador, Henry C. Lodge in the 1960s for a drink and watch 10-min movie about Saigon back in the day.
 
NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Total duration: 04 hours
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: Retracing the Past (5 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Commence with a visit of the shrine outside of the US Consulate then continue to the former CIA building (outside visit only), where helicopters evacuated the remaining US citizens in 1975. Head to the rooftop café of the Rex hotel, a familiar landmark for Americans during the Vietnam War. Sit down for a drink, enjoy the view and this piece of history which your guide will help to explain. Then visit the Reunification Palace for a guided tour of the former headquarters of the South Vietnamese Government and residence of the presidents. Drive to the former residence of the US Ambassador of South Vietnam in the early 1960s, Mr. Henry C. Lodge, who conducted a mission to overthrow the South Vietnamese Government. Watch a 10 minutes documentary film about Saigon during that time while enjoying a cold drink. Then drive to a secret weapon chamber which VC used as a place to hide and store weapons during Vietnam War. Then weave through tiny back alleys and meet and chat with the locals who are living in tiny houses. Head to a historic venue for a late lunch of “pho” (noodle soup). The house number 07 on Ly Chinh Thang Street (former Yen Do street) is now known as Pho Binh restaurant which used to be the headquarters of Viet Cong Commanders where they gathered to plan for the 1968 Tet Offensive. Take a walk upstairs to learn more about the history through the family’s photo collection.  Then drive back to the port to embark the ship.
 
NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Total duration: 05 hours
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: Culinary Experience at Former Ambassador's Residence (4 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Drive 20 minutes to Ben Thanh market to buy all the fresh ingredients before continuing an historic Ambassador's home for a private hands-on cooking demonstration. The American Ambassador to South Vietnam in the 1960s, Mr. Henry Cabot Lodge, carried a mission of overthrowing the southern government at that time. When Lodge arrived in Saigon, an old villa in District 3 was converted into the Ambassador’s residence. Mr. Lodge lived in this home between1960-1965 and the architecture is a mix of Vietnamese, French and American. Today it remains a private residence owned by Trails of Indochina and it has been fully restored to its former glory. The guide will provide an orientation tour of the house while the chef prepares the ingredients. Learn typical Southern style dishes throughout the morning. The chef will show you how to serve each dish before the meal, and you will need to master the chopsticks before you can savor your own culinary creations in the old world ambiance of the villa.
 
After lunch, transfer back to your ship.
 
Note: There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
 
Meal: Lunch
 
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Lunch
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
10/27/2024 10/27/2024
Cu Chi Tunnels

Cu Chi Tunnels 10/27/2024

Always bustling, Ho Chi Minh City is a city of contrasts blending old and new, and east and west. In the morning, explore some of the city's most famous landmarks, including the former Presidential Palace, the Central Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the War Remnants Museum. In the afternoon, visit Cu Chi Tunnels, an immense underground network built during the Vietnam War. (B,L),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Saigon/Cu Chi Tunnels (5 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Enjoy a two-hour drive northwest of Saigon, through urbanized areas and typical lush southern Vietnamese countryside, to the famous Cu Chi tunnels, an immense network of connecting underground tunnels started in 1948 to protect the Viet Cong guerrillas from the French air and ground sweeps. The tunnels also served as living quarters, communication and supply routes, and housed hospitals, food and weapons caches. Touring the underground compounds will provide a better understanding of the history of the tunnels, the hardship of life in the tunnels and the Vietnamese resilience during combat. Return to Saigon.
 
NOTES
·       Motorbike will be an option for those who can’t cycle. Guests ride as passenger behind
·       There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Tour duration: 5 hours
 
Meal: None

TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     Other meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column

 
10/27/2024 10/27/2024
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) 10/28/2024

In the morning, visit B?n Thành Market—one of the oldest and most iconic structures in Ho Chi Minh City. Board the AmaDara at M? Tho Port. Meet your fellow travelers at a Welcome Dinner as the ship cruises to Cái Bè. (B,L,D), Board the AmaDara at M? Tho Port. Settle in and then meet fellow guests at a Welcome Dinner as the ship cruises to Cái Bè. (L,D); Note: It's recommended that you fly into Ho Chi Minh at least one day prior to embarkation; please inquire about important arrival arrangements prior to your cruise.,

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Cu Chi Tunnels & Sai Gon Highlights Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Visit Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Visit Reunification Palace
  • Stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Visit Jade Emperor Pagoda
  • Shopping at the Central Ben Thanh Market

Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English Speaking Local Guides.
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre of bottled water and cold towel in vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa arrival
  • Other meals than those specified
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants
Highlights of Ho Chi Minh City Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Visit Reunification Palace
  • Photo stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Visit History Museum & Jade Emperor Pagoda
  • Visit China Town & Cao Dai Temple en-route
  • Shopping at the Central Ben Thanh Market
Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English-speaking local guides
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre bottled water and cold towel in the vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa on arrival
  • Other meals than those specified.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants, etc.
Mekong Delta Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Get on a motorized sampan to experience the life of local people, visit local brickwork, local fruit farms, family workshops Photo stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Take rowing-boat along water palm creek and cruise back to the Pier
  • If time permits, have a quick visit of Sai Gon or shopping at Ben Thanh Market
Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English-speaking local guides
  • Private boat cruise on Mekong River
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre of bottled water and cold towel in the vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa on arrival
  • Other meals than those specified.
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants, etc.
Saigon Port
Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.
 
Limited area: Ho Chi Minh City
Duration:        Within 4 hours OR within 8 hours
 
Meals:       None

TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·   Private transfers and transportation with Local English speaking guide
·   Cold towels and water on car
·   Dock permit
·   Tips & gratuities
 
·   Vietnam visa
·   Accommodation with daily breakfast
·   Entrance fees
·   All meals
·   All flights
·   Personal expenses
·   Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Full Day Saigon City Tour (8 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong Port), drive 20mins to the city centre for a tour of some of Saigon’s historic landmarks reflecting its French and Chinese influences. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a red brick edifice with twin spires constructed from materials imported from France (entrance is only permitted when no services are being performed). Then head across the square to the Central Post Office, completed in 1891. Appreciate the restored exteriors of the Saigon Opera House and the elegant City Hall (the former Hotel de Ville), two of Saigon’s most stunning colonial monuments. If time permits, we will visit the iconic Ben Thanh Market, one of the earliest surviving structures in Saigon and popular wholesale market for local handicrafts, textiles, souvenirs and street food.
 
Drive to the former residence of the US Ambassador of South Vietnam in the early 1960s, Mr. Henry C. Lodge Jr., who supported the overthrowing of the South Vietnamese Government. Enjoy a cold drink while watching a 10min documentary film about Saigon during that time.
 
After lunch on your own, we then drive to Saigon’s Chinatown to visit the beautiful Thien Hau Pagoda, built by the Cantonese community in the early 19th century to honour the Goddess of the Sea. Take time to make a wish, write it on a small card and attach it to one of the incense coils according to local custom. Continue your visit to FITO, the first museum of traditional medicine in Vietnam, offering insight into the history and application of traditional medicine in everyday life before taking the scenic route through the city back to the ship.

NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Outside visit only due  the renovation at Notre Dame Cathedral until further notice
·       Tour duration: 08 hours    
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: History of Architecture with History Researcher (4 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong Port), drive 20mins to the city center for a tour of some of Saigon’s historic landmarks reflecting its French and Chinese influences. Meet with a local cultural and history researcher at your hotel lobby and take a short trip to local coffee shop for an overview of the impressive history of the city once known as “The Pearl of the Orient”. Then take a step back in time to visit several of the very best examples of “storytelling” architecture. Start at Jade pagoda established in the early 1900s to get a glimpse of ancient history when a group of Chinese fled the new regime to Saigon around the end of 17th century under the reign of Lord Nguyen.
 
Then wind your way to Archbishop's Palace – with a prayer house more than two hundred-years old (outside visit) as the home for the first French Catholic missionary. Gain an overview about the first approach of the French during the Cochinchina period in the early 18th century. Stroll around the University of Social Sciences & Humanities which used to be the 11th infantry regiment colonial military barracks for an insight into French campaigns against Viet Minh at the time. Your stop will be at the former residence of the US Ambassador, Henry C. Lodge in the 1960s for a drink and watch 10-min movie about Saigon back in the day.
 
NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Total duration: 04 hours
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: Retracing the Past (5 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Commence with a visit of the shrine outside of the US Consulate then continue to the former CIA building (outside visit only), where helicopters evacuated the remaining US citizens in 1975. Head to the rooftop café of the Rex hotel, a familiar landmark for Americans during the Vietnam War. Sit down for a drink, enjoy the view and this piece of history which your guide will help to explain. Then visit the Reunification Palace for a guided tour of the former headquarters of the South Vietnamese Government and residence of the presidents. Drive to the former residence of the US Ambassador of South Vietnam in the early 1960s, Mr. Henry C. Lodge, who conducted a mission to overthrow the South Vietnamese Government. Watch a 10 minutes documentary film about Saigon during that time while enjoying a cold drink. Then drive to a secret weapon chamber which VC used as a place to hide and store weapons during Vietnam War. Then weave through tiny back alleys and meet and chat with the locals who are living in tiny houses. Head to a historic venue for a late lunch of “pho” (noodle soup). The house number 07 on Ly Chinh Thang Street (former Yen Do street) is now known as Pho Binh restaurant which used to be the headquarters of Viet Cong Commanders where they gathered to plan for the 1968 Tet Offensive. Take a walk upstairs to learn more about the history through the family’s photo collection.  Then drive back to the port to embark the ship.
 
NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Total duration: 05 hours
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: Culinary Experience at Former Ambassador's Residence (4 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Drive 20 minutes to Ben Thanh market to buy all the fresh ingredients before continuing an historic Ambassador's home for a private hands-on cooking demonstration. The American Ambassador to South Vietnam in the 1960s, Mr. Henry Cabot Lodge, carried a mission of overthrowing the southern government at that time. When Lodge arrived in Saigon, an old villa in District 3 was converted into the Ambassador’s residence. Mr. Lodge lived in this home between1960-1965 and the architecture is a mix of Vietnamese, French and American. Today it remains a private residence owned by Trails of Indochina and it has been fully restored to its former glory. The guide will provide an orientation tour of the house while the chef prepares the ingredients. Learn typical Southern style dishes throughout the morning. The chef will show you how to serve each dish before the meal, and you will need to master the chopsticks before you can savor your own culinary creations in the old world ambiance of the villa.
 
After lunch, transfer back to your ship.
 
Note: There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
 
Meal: Lunch
 
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Lunch
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
10/28/2024 10/28/2024
Cruise Starts (Embarkation)

Cruise Starts (Embarkation) 10/28/2024

In the morning, visit B?n Thành Market—one of the oldest and most iconic structures in Ho Chi Minh City. Board the AmaDara at M? Tho Port. Meet your fellow travelers at a Welcome Dinner as the ship cruises to Cái Bè. (B,L,D), Board the AmaDara at M? Tho Port. Settle in and then meet fellow guests at a Welcome Dinner as the ship cruises to Cái Bè. (L,D); Note: It's recommended that you fly into Ho Chi Minh at least one day prior to embarkation; please inquire about important arrival arrangements prior to your cruise.,
10/28/2024 10/28/2024
My Tho

My Tho 10/28/2024

In the morning, visit B?n Thành Market—one of the oldest and most iconic structures in Ho Chi Minh City. Board the AmaDara at M? Tho Port. Meet your fellow travelers at a Welcome Dinner as the ship cruises to Cái Bè. (B,L,D), Board the AmaDara at M? Tho Port. Settle in and then meet fellow guests at a Welcome Dinner as the ship cruises to Cái Bè. (L,D); Note: It's recommended that you fly into Ho Chi Minh at least one day prior to embarkation; please inquire about important arrival arrangements prior to your cruise.,
10/28/2024 10/28/2024
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) 10/28/2024

In the morning, visit B?n Thành Market—one of the oldest and most iconic structures in Ho Chi Minh City. Board the AmaDara at M? Tho Port. Meet your fellow travelers at a Welcome Dinner as the ship cruises to Cái Bè. (B,L,D), Board the AmaDara at M? Tho Port. Settle in and then meet fellow guests at a Welcome Dinner as the ship cruises to Cái Bè. (L,D); Note: It's recommended that you fly into Ho Chi Minh at least one day prior to embarkation; please inquire about important arrival arrangements prior to your cruise.,

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Cu Chi Tunnels & Sai Gon Highlights Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Visit Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Visit Reunification Palace
  • Stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Visit Jade Emperor Pagoda
  • Shopping at the Central Ben Thanh Market

Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English Speaking Local Guides.
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre of bottled water and cold towel in vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa arrival
  • Other meals than those specified
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants
Highlights of Ho Chi Minh City Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Visit Reunification Palace
  • Photo stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Visit History Museum & Jade Emperor Pagoda
  • Visit China Town & Cao Dai Temple en-route
  • Shopping at the Central Ben Thanh Market
Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English-speaking local guides
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre bottled water and cold towel in the vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa on arrival
  • Other meals than those specified.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants, etc.
Mekong Delta Tour – 10 hours - Saigon
Highlights:
  • Get on a motorized sampan to experience the life of local people, visit local brickwork, local fruit farms, family workshops Photo stop at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Centre Post Office
  • Take rowing-boat along water palm creek and cruise back to the Pier
  • If time permits, have a quick visit of Sai Gon or shopping at Ben Thanh Market
Tour Duration: 10 hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Phu My Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Service of English-speaking local guides
  • Private boat cruise on Mekong River
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 litre of bottled water and cold towel in the vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa on arrival
  • Other meals than those specified.
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants, etc.
Saigon Port
Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.
 
Limited area: Ho Chi Minh City
Duration:        Within 4 hours OR within 8 hours
 
Meals:       None

TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·   Private transfers and transportation with Local English speaking guide
·   Cold towels and water on car
·   Dock permit
·   Tips & gratuities
 
·   Vietnam visa
·   Accommodation with daily breakfast
·   Entrance fees
·   All meals
·   All flights
·   Personal expenses
·   Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Full Day Saigon City Tour (8 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong Port), drive 20mins to the city centre for a tour of some of Saigon’s historic landmarks reflecting its French and Chinese influences. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a red brick edifice with twin spires constructed from materials imported from France (entrance is only permitted when no services are being performed). Then head across the square to the Central Post Office, completed in 1891. Appreciate the restored exteriors of the Saigon Opera House and the elegant City Hall (the former Hotel de Ville), two of Saigon’s most stunning colonial monuments. If time permits, we will visit the iconic Ben Thanh Market, one of the earliest surviving structures in Saigon and popular wholesale market for local handicrafts, textiles, souvenirs and street food.
 
Drive to the former residence of the US Ambassador of South Vietnam in the early 1960s, Mr. Henry C. Lodge Jr., who supported the overthrowing of the South Vietnamese Government. Enjoy a cold drink while watching a 10min documentary film about Saigon during that time.
 
After lunch on your own, we then drive to Saigon’s Chinatown to visit the beautiful Thien Hau Pagoda, built by the Cantonese community in the early 19th century to honour the Goddess of the Sea. Take time to make a wish, write it on a small card and attach it to one of the incense coils according to local custom. Continue your visit to FITO, the first museum of traditional medicine in Vietnam, offering insight into the history and application of traditional medicine in everyday life before taking the scenic route through the city back to the ship.

NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Outside visit only due  the renovation at Notre Dame Cathedral until further notice
·       Tour duration: 08 hours    
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: History of Architecture with History Researcher (4 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong Port), drive 20mins to the city center for a tour of some of Saigon’s historic landmarks reflecting its French and Chinese influences. Meet with a local cultural and history researcher at your hotel lobby and take a short trip to local coffee shop for an overview of the impressive history of the city once known as “The Pearl of the Orient”. Then take a step back in time to visit several of the very best examples of “storytelling” architecture. Start at Jade pagoda established in the early 1900s to get a glimpse of ancient history when a group of Chinese fled the new regime to Saigon around the end of 17th century under the reign of Lord Nguyen.
 
Then wind your way to Archbishop's Palace – with a prayer house more than two hundred-years old (outside visit) as the home for the first French Catholic missionary. Gain an overview about the first approach of the French during the Cochinchina period in the early 18th century. Stroll around the University of Social Sciences & Humanities which used to be the 11th infantry regiment colonial military barracks for an insight into French campaigns against Viet Minh at the time. Your stop will be at the former residence of the US Ambassador, Henry C. Lodge in the 1960s for a drink and watch 10-min movie about Saigon back in the day.
 
NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Total duration: 04 hours
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·   Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: Retracing the Past (5 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Commence with a visit of the shrine outside of the US Consulate then continue to the former CIA building (outside visit only), where helicopters evacuated the remaining US citizens in 1975. Head to the rooftop café of the Rex hotel, a familiar landmark for Americans during the Vietnam War. Sit down for a drink, enjoy the view and this piece of history which your guide will help to explain. Then visit the Reunification Palace for a guided tour of the former headquarters of the South Vietnamese Government and residence of the presidents. Drive to the former residence of the US Ambassador of South Vietnam in the early 1960s, Mr. Henry C. Lodge, who conducted a mission to overthrow the South Vietnamese Government. Watch a 10 minutes documentary film about Saigon during that time while enjoying a cold drink. Then drive to a secret weapon chamber which VC used as a place to hide and store weapons during Vietnam War. Then weave through tiny back alleys and meet and chat with the locals who are living in tiny houses. Head to a historic venue for a late lunch of “pho” (noodle soup). The house number 07 on Ly Chinh Thang Street (former Yen Do street) is now known as Pho Binh restaurant which used to be the headquarters of Viet Cong Commanders where they gathered to plan for the 1968 Tet Offensive. Take a walk upstairs to learn more about the history through the family’s photo collection.  Then drive back to the port to embark the ship.
 
NOTES:
·        There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Total duration: 05 hours
 
Meals: None
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
Half-Day Saigon: Culinary Experience at Former Ambassador's Residence (4 hours)
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Drive 20 minutes to Ben Thanh market to buy all the fresh ingredients before continuing an historic Ambassador's home for a private hands-on cooking demonstration. The American Ambassador to South Vietnam in the 1960s, Mr. Henry Cabot Lodge, carried a mission of overthrowing the southern government at that time. When Lodge arrived in Saigon, an old villa in District 3 was converted into the Ambassador’s residence. Mr. Lodge lived in this home between1960-1965 and the architecture is a mix of Vietnamese, French and American. Today it remains a private residence owned by Trails of Indochina and it has been fully restored to its former glory. The guide will provide an orientation tour of the house while the chef prepares the ingredients. Learn typical Southern style dishes throughout the morning. The chef will show you how to serve each dish before the meal, and you will need to master the chopsticks before you can savor your own culinary creations in the old world ambiance of the villa.
 
After lunch, transfer back to your ship.
 
Note: There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
 
Meal: Lunch
 
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Lunch
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     All meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
10/28/2024 10/28/2024
Cai Be

Cai Be 10/29/2024

Take a local boat to Cái Bè. You will have an opportunity to visit candy and rice paper making workshops, as well as the historic Kiet Old House. Later in the day, journey to Sa Ðéc, a sprawling town on the Mekong Delta, where French writer Marguerite Duras spent part of her youth. You will visit the colorful market, Cao Dai Temple and the house of Mr. Hu?nh Th?y Lê, Chinese paramour of Duras, which her prize-winning novel, "The Lover", is said to be based on. (B,L,D),
10/29/2024 10/29/2024
Sa Dec

Sa Dec 10/29/2024

Take a local boat to Cái Bè. You will have an opportunity to visit candy and rice paper making workshops, as well as the historic Kiet Old House. Later in the day, journey to Sa Ðéc, a sprawling town on the Mekong Delta, where French writer Marguerite Duras spent part of her youth. You will visit the colorful market, Cao Dai Temple and the house of Mr. Hu?nh Th?y Lê, Chinese paramour of Duras, which her prize-winning novel, "The Lover", is said to be based on. (B,L,D),
10/29/2024 10/29/2024
Tan Chau

Tan Chau 10/30/2024

Enjoy a visit to Tân Châu, a small Mekong River town unspoiled by tourism. Be treated to an authentic experience on a traditional "xe loi" (trishaw) ride around the town, with stops at silk-making and rattan mat workshops, followed by a boat ride through the narrow channels of the Mekong River to "Evergreen Island". Alternatively, take a boat ride to Evergreen Island and return to Tân Châu, where you will visit a rattan mat workshop. Later in the day, cruise from Vietnam to the Cambodian border en route to Phnom Penh. (B,L,D),
10/30/2024 10/30/2024
Vinh Hoa

Vinh Hoa 10/30/2024

Enjoy a visit to Tân Châu, a small Mekong River town unspoiled by tourism. Be treated to an authentic experience on a traditional "xe loi" (trishaw) ride around the town, with stops at silk-making and rattan mat workshops, followed by a boat ride through the narrow channels of the Mekong River to "Evergreen Island". Alternatively, take a boat ride to Evergreen Island and return to Tân Châu, where you will visit a rattan mat workshop. Later in the day, cruise from Vietnam to the Cambodian border en route to Phnom Penh. (B,L,D),
10/30/2024 10/30/2024
Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh 10/31/2024

This morning's excursion takes you to Cambodia's infamous Killing Fields and the Khmer Rouge's grim Tuol Sleng S21 detention center (Genocide Museum). Alternatively, you may wish to shop for unique treasures at the bustling yellow-colored Central Market. After lunch onboard, you will explore the highlights of the city, followed by a visit to the Royal Palace, the spectacular Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum, which has an outstanding collection of Khmer crafts. After returning to the ship, enjoy Khmer folk dancing performed by local children in the Saigon Lounge. (B,L,D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Phnom Penh Sightseeing Tour – 9 hours - Phnom Penh
Highlights:
  • Royal Palace/Silver Pagoda
  • National Museum
  • Central Market (Traditional Market)
  • Khmer set menu lunch at a local restaurant
  • Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S 21)
  • Chheong Ek (Killing Field)
Tour Duration: 9hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Cold towel service onboard
  • Bottle of water onboard
  • Local English speaking guide
  • All sightseeing with entrance fees as per your program
  • Meals: Khmer set menu lunch at local restaurant
(One first drink is included either one soft drink OR one bottle of water OR one local beer)
 
Not Included:
  • Beverages or meals not mentioned
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities to your guide and driver
10/31/2024 10/31/2024
Oudong

Oudong 11/01/2024

Visit Oudong, Cambodia's former royal capital from the early 17th century until 1866. Today, Oudong is a place of pilgrimage for Cambodians. While here, be treated to a memorable Buddhist Blessing Ceremony at a monastery. You may walk around Oudong's monastery or take an active walking tour to see panoramic views of the Oudong plain. In Kampong Tralach, you will have a truly authentic excursion – an oxcart ride through a local village. Later in the day, experience Phnom Penh via a tuk-tuk ride and be enchanted by the city's French Colonial architecture and tree-lined boulevards. (B,L,D),
11/01/2024 11/01/2024
Oudong

Oudong 11/01/2024

Visit Oudong, Cambodia's former royal capital from the early 17th century until 1866. Today, Oudong is a place of pilgrimage for Cambodians. While here, be treated to a memorable Buddhist Blessing Ceremony at a monastery. You may walk around Oudong's monastery or take an active walking tour to see panoramic views of the Oudong plain. In Kampong Tralach, you will have a truly authentic excursion – an oxcart ride through a local village. Later in the day, experience Phnom Penh via a tuk-tuk ride and be enchanted by the city's French Colonial architecture and tree-lined boulevards. (B,L,D),
11/01/2024 11/01/2024
Kampong Tralach-Oudong

Kampong Tralach-Oudong 11/01/2024

Visit Oudong, Cambodia's former royal capital from the early 17th century until 1866. Today, Oudong is a place of pilgrimage for Cambodians. While here, be treated to a memorable Buddhist Blessing Ceremony at a monastery. You may walk around Oudong's monastery or take an active walking tour to see panoramic views of the Oudong plain. In Kampong Tralach, you will have a truly authentic excursion – an oxcart ride through a local village. Later in the day, experience Phnom Penh via a tuk-tuk ride and be enchanted by the city's French Colonial architecture and tree-lined boulevards. (B,L,D),
11/01/2024 11/01/2024
Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh 11/01/2024

Visit Oudong, Cambodia's former royal capital from the early 17th century until 1866. Today, Oudong is a place of pilgrimage for Cambodians. While here, be treated to a memorable Buddhist Blessing Ceremony at a monastery. You may walk around Oudong's monastery or take an active walking tour to see panoramic views of the Oudong plain. In Kampong Tralach, you will have a truly authentic excursion – an oxcart ride through a local village. Later in the day, experience Phnom Penh via a tuk-tuk ride and be enchanted by the city's French Colonial architecture and tree-lined boulevards. (B,L,D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Phnom Penh Sightseeing Tour – 9 hours - Phnom Penh
Highlights:
  • Royal Palace/Silver Pagoda
  • National Museum
  • Central Market (Traditional Market)
  • Khmer set menu lunch at a local restaurant
  • Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S 21)
  • Chheong Ek (Killing Field)
Tour Duration: 9hours

Tour can operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Cold towel service onboard
  • Bottle of water onboard
  • Local English speaking guide
  • All sightseeing with entrance fees as per your program
  • Meals: Khmer set menu lunch at local restaurant
(One first drink is included either one soft drink OR one bottle of water OR one local beer)
 
Not Included:
  • Beverages or meals not mentioned
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities to your guide and driver
11/01/2024 11/01/2024
Koh Oknha Tey

Koh Oknha Tey 11/02/2024

In the morning, set sail for Oknha Tey Village. Oknha Tey is the "Silk Island", located on the lush banks of the Mekong River and known for its rich tradition of silk weaving. While here, you will visit a local elementary school and observe the traditional silk weaving, an art that has been preserved for centuries. Your cruise continues to sail to Angkor Ban. (B,L,D),
11/02/2024 11/02/2024
Angkor Ban

Angkor Ban 11/03/2024

Go on a walking tour of Angkor Ban, one of the few villages in Cambodia that was not destroyed under the Khmer Rouge regime in the 1970s. Here people still live in their traditional wooden abodes and keep their old cultural traditions alive. Hundreds of wooden houses stand intact on stilts, shaded with banana trees, among the hustle and bustle of the daily agricultural activities of the local villagers. After visiting here, the ship sets sail for Kampong Cham, where you will go on an afternoon excursion via motorcoach to the Twin Mountains, known as Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei (male and female mountains). In the annals of Khmer legend, the twin mountains were formed as the result of a competition between the men and women of an ancient Cambodian kingdom to resolve which gender would be responsible for wedding proposals. Cap the day off with a festive Farewell Dinner on board. (B,L,D); Based on seasonality, the port of Angkor Ban may be inaccessible from August - September. During this time, Wat Hanchey will replace Angkor Ban as the port of call.,
11/03/2024 11/03/2024
Kampong Cham

Kampong Cham 11/03/2024

Go on a walking tour of Angkor Ban, one of the few villages in Cambodia that was not destroyed under the Khmer Rouge regime in the 1970s. Here people still live in their traditional wooden abodes and keep their old cultural traditions alive. Hundreds of wooden houses stand intact on stilts, shaded with banana trees, among the hustle and bustle of the daily agricultural activities of the local villagers. After visiting here, the ship sets sail for Kampong Cham, where you will go on an afternoon excursion via motorcoach to the Twin Mountains, known as Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei (male and female mountains). In the annals of Khmer legend, the twin mountains were formed as the result of a competition between the men and women of an ancient Cambodian kingdom to resolve which gender would be responsible for wedding proposals. Cap the day off with a festive Farewell Dinner on board. (B,L,D); Based on seasonality, the port of Angkor Ban may be inaccessible from August - September. During this time, Wat Hanchey will replace Angkor Ban as the port of call.,
11/03/2024 11/03/2024
Phnompros

Phnompros 11/03/2024

Go on a walking tour of Angkor Ban, one of the few villages in Cambodia that was not destroyed under the Khmer Rouge regime in the 1970s. Here people still live in their traditional wooden abodes and keep their old cultural traditions alive. Hundreds of wooden houses stand intact on stilts, shaded with banana trees, among the hustle and bustle of the daily agricultural activities of the local villagers. After visiting here, the ship sets sail for Kampong Cham, where you will go on an afternoon excursion via motorcoach to the Twin Mountains, known as Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei (male and female mountains). In the annals of Khmer legend, the twin mountains were formed as the result of a competition between the men and women of an ancient Cambodian kingdom to resolve which gender would be responsible for wedding proposals. Cap the day off with a festive Farewell Dinner on board. (B,L,D); Based on seasonality, the port of Angkor Ban may be inaccessible from August - September. During this time, Wat Hanchey will replace Angkor Ban as the port of call.,
11/03/2024 11/03/2024
Kampong Cham

Kampong Cham 11/04/2024

Your cruise concludes in Kampong Cham, where you disembark for a motorcoach transfer to Siem Reap. (B); Note: For those not staying in Siem Reap, we recommend that you schedule your onward flight to depart Siem Reap after 5:00 pm to avoid potential missed connections., Disembark in Kampong Cham and transfer by motorcoach to Siem Reap, gateway to the Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former capital of the Khmer empire. You'll visit nearby Ta Prohm, known as the "Kingdom of the Trees", for the way in which the temple stones have become intertwined with thick forest vegetation. (B,D),
11/04/2024 11/04/2024
Cruise Ends (Debarkation)

Cruise Ends (Debarkation) 11/04/2024

Your cruise concludes in Kampong Cham, where you disembark for a motorcoach transfer to Siem Reap. (B); Note: For those not staying in Siem Reap, we recommend that you schedule your onward flight to depart Siem Reap after 5:00 pm to avoid potential missed connections., Disembark in Kampong Cham and transfer by motorcoach to Siem Reap, gateway to the Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former capital of the Khmer empire. You'll visit nearby Ta Prohm, known as the "Kingdom of the Trees", for the way in which the temple stones have become intertwined with thick forest vegetation. (B,D),
11/04/2024 11/04/2024
Siem Reap

Siem Reap 11/04/2024

Your cruise concludes in Kampong Cham, where you disembark for a motorcoach transfer to Siem Reap. (B); Note: For those not staying in Siem Reap, we recommend that you schedule your onward flight to depart Siem Reap after 5:00 pm to avoid potential missed connections., Disembark in Kampong Cham and transfer by motorcoach to Siem Reap, gateway to the Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former capital of the Khmer empire. You'll visit nearby Ta Prohm, known as the "Kingdom of the Trees", for the way in which the temple stones have become intertwined with thick forest vegetation. (B,D),
11/04/2024 11/04/2024
Kampong Cham

Kampong Cham 11/04/2024

Your cruise concludes in Kampong Cham, where you disembark for a motorcoach transfer to Siem Reap. (B); Note: For those not staying in Siem Reap, we recommend that you schedule your onward flight to depart Siem Reap after 5:00 pm to avoid potential missed connections., Disembark in Kampong Cham and transfer by motorcoach to Siem Reap, gateway to the Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former capital of the Khmer empire. You'll visit nearby Ta Prohm, known as the "Kingdom of the Trees", for the way in which the temple stones have become intertwined with thick forest vegetation. (B,D),
11/04/2024 11/04/2024
Ta Prohm

Ta Prohm 11/04/2024

Your cruise concludes in Kampong Cham, where you disembark for a motorcoach transfer to Siem Reap. (B); Note: For those not staying in Siem Reap, we recommend that you schedule your onward flight to depart Siem Reap after 5:00 pm to avoid potential missed connections., Disembark in Kampong Cham and transfer by motorcoach to Siem Reap, gateway to the Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former capital of the Khmer empire. You'll visit nearby Ta Prohm, known as the "Kingdom of the Trees", for the way in which the temple stones have become intertwined with thick forest vegetation. (B,D),
11/04/2024 11/04/2024
Siem Reap

Siem Reap 11/05/2024

Begin your morning exploration of the temple complex at Angkor Wat, the most iconic of all Angkorian temples, built by King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century to honor the Hindu god, Vishnu. An afternoon excursion takes you to see the fascinating jewel in the crown of Angkorian art, Banteay Srei, which means "Citadel of Women", as it has been said that the carving is too fine to have been done by the hand of man. During the evening, be treated to a special "Apsara Dancing Show" at your hotel, featuring local Cambodian/Khmer folk dancers. (B,D),
11/05/2024 11/05/2024
Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat 11/05/2024

Begin your morning exploration of the temple complex at Angkor Wat, the most iconic of all Angkorian temples, built by King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century to honor the Hindu god, Vishnu. An afternoon excursion takes you to see the fascinating jewel in the crown of Angkorian art, Banteay Srei, which means "Citadel of Women", as it has been said that the carving is too fine to have been done by the hand of man. During the evening, be treated to a special "Apsara Dancing Show" at your hotel, featuring local Cambodian/Khmer folk dancers. (B,D),
11/05/2024 11/05/2024
Banteay Srey

Banteay Srey 11/05/2024

Begin your morning exploration of the temple complex at Angkor Wat, the most iconic of all Angkorian temples, built by King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century to honor the Hindu god, Vishnu. An afternoon excursion takes you to see the fascinating jewel in the crown of Angkorian art, Banteay Srei, which means "Citadel of Women", as it has been said that the carving is too fine to have been done by the hand of man. During the evening, be treated to a special "Apsara Dancing Show" at your hotel, featuring local Cambodian/Khmer folk dancers. (B,D),
11/05/2024 11/05/2024
Siem Reap

Siem Reap 11/06/2024

After breakfast, you will have a guided sightseeing tour of Angkor Thom, meaning "the great city" and the last capital of the Khmer Empire. This is home to Bayon Temple, best known for its gigantic smiling stone faces, as well as the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. Later in the day, take a short flight to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. (B,L),
11/06/2024 11/06/2024
Angkor Thom

Angkor Thom 11/06/2024

After breakfast, you will have a guided sightseeing tour of Angkor Thom, meaning "the great city" and the last capital of the Khmer Empire. This is home to Bayon Temple, best known for its gigantic smiling stone faces, as well as the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. Later in the day, take a short flight to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. (B,L),
11/06/2024 11/06/2024
Air Travel

Air Travel 11/06/2024

After breakfast, you will have a guided sightseeing tour of Angkor Thom, meaning "the great city" and the last capital of the Khmer Empire. This is home to Bayon Temple, best known for its gigantic smiling stone faces, as well as the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. Later in the day, take a short flight to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. (B,L),
11/06/2024 11/06/2024
Hanoi

Hanoi 11/06/2024

After breakfast, you will have a guided sightseeing tour of Angkor Thom, meaning "the great city" and the last capital of the Khmer Empire. This is home to Bayon Temple, best known for its gigantic smiling stone faces, as well as the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. Later in the day, take a short flight to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. (B,L),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Hon Gai / Hai Phong Port
Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.
 
Limited area: Hon Gai/Hai Phong - Hanoi only
Duration:        Within 08 hours (From 08:00 – 18:00)
 
Meals:       None
Hanoi Full Day Tour (10 hours)
On arrival to the port (Cai Lan /Hongai/ Halong port) disembark the ship and meet your guide. Then take 4 hours’ drive to Hanoi for an informative city tour.
 
With ochre-colored colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes, Hanoi is full of charm. Start the tour at the Temple of Literature, the first University for the sons of mandarins, for an overview about Hanoian culture and appreciation for ancient Vietnamese architecture. Then head to the Vietnamese Women’s Museum that offers a broad insight into Vietnam’s people including its 54 ethnic groups through a lens of women’s topics. Walk through diverse exhibitions from street vendors to marriage to family life to traditional fashion. 
 
Lunch is on your own.
 
End the trip with a cyclo tour from the museum to the Old Quarter. Ride through its narrow streets to indulge yourself in the bustle and hustle of the local daily life. Later, drive back to Halong to embark the ship.
 
NOTES
·       There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Tour duration: 10 hours
 
Meals: None

TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     Other meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
11/06/2024 11/06/2024
Hanoi

Hanoi 11/07/2024

From ancient temples to French Colonial architecture and modern-day skyscrapers, along with beautiful parks and lakes, Hanoi is an eclectic and lively city. A morning sightseeing tour will showcase some of Hanoi's most famous historic and cultural sites, including Ba Dinh Square and the Temple of Literature. You will also visit the infamous prison that American POWs sarcastically dubbed the "Hanoi Hilton" during the Vietnam War. In the afternoon, experience an authentic rickshaw ride (known as a "cyclo") in the Old Quarter, followed by a traditional water puppet show. (B),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Hon Gai / Hai Phong Port
Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.
 
Limited area: Hon Gai/Hai Phong - Hanoi only
Duration:        Within 08 hours (From 08:00 – 18:00)
 
Meals:       None
Hanoi Full Day Tour (10 hours)
On arrival to the port (Cai Lan /Hongai/ Halong port) disembark the ship and meet your guide. Then take 4 hours’ drive to Hanoi for an informative city tour.
 
With ochre-colored colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes, Hanoi is full of charm. Start the tour at the Temple of Literature, the first University for the sons of mandarins, for an overview about Hanoian culture and appreciation for ancient Vietnamese architecture. Then head to the Vietnamese Women’s Museum that offers a broad insight into Vietnam’s people including its 54 ethnic groups through a lens of women’s topics. Walk through diverse exhibitions from street vendors to marriage to family life to traditional fashion. 
 
Lunch is on your own.
 
End the trip with a cyclo tour from the museum to the Old Quarter. Ride through its narrow streets to indulge yourself in the bustle and hustle of the local daily life. Later, drive back to Halong to embark the ship.
 
NOTES
·       There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Tour duration: 10 hours
 
Meals: None

TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     Other meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
11/07/2024 11/07/2024
Hanoi

Hanoi 11/08/2024

Take a scenic drive from Hanoi to one of Vietnam's most renowned locations, Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Board an elegantly appointed ship designed with all the modern conveniences to ensure smooth sailing for an incredible once-in-a-lifetime experience. The backdrop of the bay's magnificent scenery and dramatic limestone cliffs and rock formations provide you with the perfect setting for a memorable sojourn. (B,L,D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Hon Gai / Hai Phong Port
Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.
 
Limited area: Hon Gai/Hai Phong - Hanoi only
Duration:        Within 08 hours (From 08:00 – 18:00)
 
Meals:       None
Hanoi Full Day Tour (10 hours)
On arrival to the port (Cai Lan /Hongai/ Halong port) disembark the ship and meet your guide. Then take 4 hours’ drive to Hanoi for an informative city tour.
 
With ochre-colored colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes, Hanoi is full of charm. Start the tour at the Temple of Literature, the first University for the sons of mandarins, for an overview about Hanoian culture and appreciation for ancient Vietnamese architecture. Then head to the Vietnamese Women’s Museum that offers a broad insight into Vietnam’s people including its 54 ethnic groups through a lens of women’s topics. Walk through diverse exhibitions from street vendors to marriage to family life to traditional fashion. 
 
Lunch is on your own.
 
End the trip with a cyclo tour from the museum to the Old Quarter. Ride through its narrow streets to indulge yourself in the bustle and hustle of the local daily life. Later, drive back to Halong to embark the ship.
 
NOTES
·       There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Tour duration: 10 hours
 
Meals: None

TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     Other meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
11/08/2024 11/08/2024
Halong Bay (Hanoi)

Halong Bay (Hanoi) 11/08/2024

Take a scenic drive from Hanoi to one of Vietnam's most renowned locations, Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Board an elegantly appointed ship designed with all the modern conveniences to ensure smooth sailing for an incredible once-in-a-lifetime experience. The backdrop of the bay's magnificent scenery and dramatic limestone cliffs and rock formations provide you with the perfect setting for a memorable sojourn. (B,L,D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Ha Noi City Tour & Street Food Tour – 12 hours - Hanoi
Highlights:
  • Street food tour
  • Temple of Literature
  • Hanoi Opera House
  • Hoan Kiem Lake
  • Ha Noi’s Old Quarter’s cyclo ride
  • Ha Noi’s Old Quarter’s walking tour
Tour Duration: 12 hours

Tour can operate: Morning departure

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Ha Long Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles
  • Service of English-speaking local guides
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 little of bottled water and cold towel in vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa on arrival
  • Other meals than those specified
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants
Ha Long Bay Cruise (5 hours)
Pick up time: 08:00AM or 12:30PM
On arrival to the port (Cai Lan port) disembark the ship and meet your guide. Then drive to Tuan Chau pier. Board your traditional junk for a cruise amongst the stunning islets that soar from the clear emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. Towering limestone pillars and tiny islets topped by forest along with wind- and wave-eroded grottoes add to the enchantment of this breathtakingly beautiful region. Enjoy a seafood lunch on board before returning to the wharf. Return to Hanoi arriving in the evening.
 
NOTES
·       There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Tour duration: 05 hours
 
Meals: Lunch

TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Lunch
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     Other meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
Ha Long Bay Cruise (7 hours)
Pick up time: 08:00AM or 12:30PM
On arrival to the port (Cai Lan port) disembark the ship and meet your guide. Then drive 15 minutes to Bai Chay pier. Board your traditional junk for a cruise amongst the stunning islets that soar from the clear emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. Towering limestone pillars and tiny islets topped by forest along with wind- and wave-eroded grottoes add to the enchantment of this breathtakingly beautiful region. Enjoy a seafood lunch on board before returning to the wharf. Return to Hanoi arriving in the evening.
 
NOTES
·       There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Tour duration: 07 hours
 
Meals: Lunch

TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Lunch
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     Other meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
11/08/2024 11/08/2024
Halong Bay (Hanoi)

Halong Bay (Hanoi) 11/09/2024

Spend the morning sailing across the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay with more than 2,000 small islands rising from the water like a dragon's back. Later in the morning, disembark the ship and transfer back to Hanoi where you can enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. (B,L),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Ha Noi City Tour & Street Food Tour – 12 hours - Hanoi
Highlights:
  • Street food tour
  • Temple of Literature
  • Hanoi Opera House
  • Hoan Kiem Lake
  • Ha Noi’s Old Quarter’s cyclo ride
  • Ha Noi’s Old Quarter’s walking tour
Tour Duration: 12 hours

Tour can operate: Morning departure

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up/ Drop off at Ha Long Port
  • Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in modern air-conditioned vehicles
  • Service of English-speaking local guides
  • Ports permit arranged
  • Meals (food only) as stated in the above itinerary
  • One 0.5 little of bottled water and cold towel in vehicle during sightseeing
  • Vietnam Government tax and services charge
 
Not Included:
  • All international and domestic air tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Vietnamese visa on arrival
  • Other meals than those specified
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, waiters at included meals, local assistants
Ha Long Bay Cruise (5 hours)
Pick up time: 08:00AM or 12:30PM
On arrival to the port (Cai Lan port) disembark the ship and meet your guide. Then drive to Tuan Chau pier. Board your traditional junk for a cruise amongst the stunning islets that soar from the clear emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. Towering limestone pillars and tiny islets topped by forest along with wind- and wave-eroded grottoes add to the enchantment of this breathtakingly beautiful region. Enjoy a seafood lunch on board before returning to the wharf. Return to Hanoi arriving in the evening.
 
NOTES
·       There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Tour duration: 05 hours
 
Meals: Lunch

TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Lunch
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     Other meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
Ha Long Bay Cruise (7 hours)
Pick up time: 08:00AM or 12:30PM
On arrival to the port (Cai Lan port) disembark the ship and meet your guide. Then drive 15 minutes to Bai Chay pier. Board your traditional junk for a cruise amongst the stunning islets that soar from the clear emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. Towering limestone pillars and tiny islets topped by forest along with wind- and wave-eroded grottoes add to the enchantment of this breathtakingly beautiful region. Enjoy a seafood lunch on board before returning to the wharf. Return to Hanoi arriving in the evening.
 
NOTES
·       There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Tour duration: 07 hours
 
Meals: Lunch

TOUR INCLUSIONS
 
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Lunch
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     Other meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
11/09/2024 11/09/2024
Hanoi

Hanoi 11/09/2024

Spend the morning sailing across the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay with more than 2,000 small islands rising from the water like a dragon's back. Later in the morning, disembark the ship and transfer back to Hanoi where you can enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. (B,L),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Hon Gai / Hai Phong Port
Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.
 
Limited area: Hon Gai/Hai Phong - Hanoi only
Duration:        Within 08 hours (From 08:00 – 18:00)
 
Meals:       None
Hanoi Full Day Tour (10 hours)
On arrival to the port (Cai Lan /Hongai/ Halong port) disembark the ship and meet your guide. Then take 4 hours’ drive to Hanoi for an informative city tour.
 
With ochre-colored colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes, Hanoi is full of charm. Start the tour at the Temple of Literature, the first University for the sons of mandarins, for an overview about Hanoian culture and appreciation for ancient Vietnamese architecture. Then head to the Vietnamese Women’s Museum that offers a broad insight into Vietnam’s people including its 54 ethnic groups through a lens of women’s topics. Walk through diverse exhibitions from street vendors to marriage to family life to traditional fashion. 
 
Lunch is on your own.
 
End the trip with a cyclo tour from the museum to the Old Quarter. Ride through its narrow streets to indulge yourself in the bustle and hustle of the local daily life. Later, drive back to Halong to embark the ship.
 
NOTES
·       There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Tour duration: 10 hours
 
Meals: None

TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     Other meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
11/09/2024 11/09/2024
Hanoi

Hanoi 11/10/2024

Bid farewell to Vietnam and prepare for your homeward flight. (B),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Hon Gai / Hai Phong Port
Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.
 
Limited area: Hon Gai/Hai Phong - Hanoi only
Duration:        Within 08 hours (From 08:00 – 18:00)
 
Meals:       None
Hanoi Full Day Tour (10 hours)
On arrival to the port (Cai Lan /Hongai/ Halong port) disembark the ship and meet your guide. Then take 4 hours’ drive to Hanoi for an informative city tour.
 
With ochre-colored colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes, Hanoi is full of charm. Start the tour at the Temple of Literature, the first University for the sons of mandarins, for an overview about Hanoian culture and appreciation for ancient Vietnamese architecture. Then head to the Vietnamese Women’s Museum that offers a broad insight into Vietnam’s people including its 54 ethnic groups through a lens of women’s topics. Walk through diverse exhibitions from street vendors to marriage to family life to traditional fashion. 
 
Lunch is on your own.
 
End the trip with a cyclo tour from the museum to the Old Quarter. Ride through its narrow streets to indulge yourself in the bustle and hustle of the local daily life. Later, drive back to Halong to embark the ship.
 
NOTES
·       There is an extra charge for the transfer at the other ports.
·       Tour duration: 10 hours
 
Meals: None

TOUR INCLUSIONS
Inclusive of: Non-inclusive of:
·     Private transfers and transportation on tour
·     Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides
·     Entrance fees and boat rides if any
·     Cold towels and water on sightseeing days
·     Welcome pack
·     Dock permit
·     Tips & gratuities
 
·     Vietnam visa
·     Accommodation on board
·     Other meals where not mentioned in the program
·     Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
·     All flights & airport taxes
·     Hotel early check in/ Late check out
·     Overweight luggage
·     Personal expenses
·     Travel insurance
·     Other services not listed in inclusive column
11/10/2024 11/10/2024
AmaWaterways: AmaDara
AmaWaterways' sole cruise ship on the Mekong River, the AmaDara features French Colonial decor and richly carved wood furniture inspired by the history of the region, as well as local artifacts made by native craftsmen. Air-conditioned interior corridors lead to spacious staterooms and suites, most featuring twin balconies that invite the ever-changing scenery of Southeast Asia inside. On board, the AmaDara caters to your every whim, with massage rooms, fitness room, gift shop, hair salon and sundeck pool. Her stunning Saigon Lounge provides respite by day and unites guests over intriguing local entertainment by night. Savor authentic regional delicacies and Western cuisine in the Main Restaurant or dine at The Chef's Table specialty restaurant, and throughout your cruise, be treated to unlimited complimentary wine with lunch and dinner, as well as house brand spirits, local beer and soft drinks throughout your cruise.
Ship Statistics
Built Year
2015
Registry
Vietnam
Built in
Vietnam
Width
46 ft
Ship Length
302 ft
Passenger Capacity
124
Number of Crew
52
Number of Staterooms
62
Dining / Restaurants
2
Pool
Yes
Spa
Yes
Bars / Lounges
2
Fitness Center
Yes
Number of suites
14
Savor regionally-inspired cuisine as well as traditional favorites at a variety of dining venues, like the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table.

Suite

Suite (Suite) Call for pricing
Suite
  • Category: Suite
  • Sadec - Sun Deck
  • Square Feet: 366
Size: 366 sq.ft. French and outside balconies. Located on Sadec Deck. Features: In-room temperature control. Cozy sitting area. Deluxe hotel-style bedding. Spacious bathrooms with showers. Writing desk, mini-bar, safe, bathrobe and slippers, in-house telephone and hairdryer. Flat-panel screen featuring an in-house movie channel.
Luxury Suite (Luxury Suite) Call for pricing
Luxury Suite
  • Category: Luxury Suite
  • Sadec - Sun Deck
  • Square Feet: 502
Size: 502 sq.ft. French and outside balconies. Located on Sadec Deck. Features: In-room temperature control. Cozy sitting area. Deluxe hotel-style bedding. Spacious bathrooms with showers. Writing desk, mini-bar, safe, bathrobe and slippers, in-house telephone and hairdryer. Flat-panel screen featuring an in-house movie channel.

Balcony

(C) Call for pricing
  • Category: C
  • Tonle - Main Deck
  • Square Feet: 251
Balcony Stateroom (B) Call for pricing
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: B
  • Sadec - Sun Deck
  • Saigon - Upper Deck
  • Tonle - Main Deck
  • Square Feet: 251
Size: 251 sq.ft. French and outside balconies. Located on Sadec, Saigon & Tonle Deck. Features: In-room temperature control. Cozy sitting area. Deluxe hotel-style bedding. Spacious bathrooms with showers. Writing desk, mini-bar, safe, bathrobe and slippers, in-house telephone and hairdryer. Flat-panel screen featuring an in-house movie channel.
Balcony Stateroom (A) Call for pricing
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: A
  • Saigon - Upper Deck
  • Square Feet: 251
Size: 251 sq.ft. French and outside balconies. Located on Saigon Deck. Features: In-room temperature control. Cozy sitting area. Deluxe hotel-style bedding. Spacious bathrooms with showers. Writing desk, mini-bar, safe, bathrobe and slippers, in-house telephone and hairdryer. Flat-panel screen featuring an in-house movie channel.

Rates are cruise or cruise/land only, per person, based on double occupancy. Port charges are additional. No additional government fees/ taxes or fuel surcharge. No fees for the rate of exchange US$-EUR.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Sadec - Sun Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite (Luxury Suite)
  • Suite (Suite)
  • Balcony Stateroom (A)
  • Balcony Stateroom (B)
  • (C)
Saigon - Upper Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite (Luxury Suite)
  • Suite (Suite)
  • Balcony Stateroom (A)
  • Balcony Stateroom (B)
  • (C)
Tonle - Main Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite (Luxury Suite)
  • Suite (Suite)
  • Balcony Stateroom (A)
  • Balcony Stateroom (B)
  • (C)
Mekong - Lower Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite (Luxury Suite)
  • Suite (Suite)
  • Balcony Stateroom (A)
  • Balcony Stateroom (B)
  • (C)