Day 1 - Monday - Dec 4, 2023
Welcome to Siem Reap, home to the Temples of Angkor, considered by many to be the most spectacular architectural ruins on Earth! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2 - Tuesday - Dec 5, 2023
The Tranquil Temples of Angkor and Joyful Dances. Enjoy some time at your leisure this afternoon to explore Siem Reap's shops for local artisan crafts. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3 - Wednesday - Dec 6, 2023
Root-Covered Ruins and Native Noodles. Spend the afternoon at your leisure. (Breakfast)
Day 4 - Thursday - Dec 7, 2023
Your intimate Suite Ship Awaits! Fly to Phnom Penh and transfer to the port where your ship's crew will be waiting to welcome you onboard. Get acquainted with the ship and relax before your welcome reception this evening. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Friday - Dec 8, 2023
Water Blessings and Back-to-School Adventures. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Saturday - Dec 9, 2023
Calm in the Cambodian Countryside. Sail to the capital city of Phnom Penh this afternoon. Phnom Penh: A Dark History or Market Dynamics. This evening, spend some free time exploring the city on your own. Perhaps follow the riverfront promenade to the historic Foreign Correspondents Club (FCC). (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Sunday - Dec 10, 2023
The Royal Treatment. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Consider a Guided Optional Tour of a local brewery with free-flowing local beer! Just before dinner, children from a local orphanage will perform a show, featuring local song and dance. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Monday - Dec 11, 2023
Good Morning, Vietnam! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9 - Tuesday - Dec 12, 2023
Long Khanh Island, Vietnam, Vietnam |
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Cotton Weaving, Conical Hats, and Handcrafted Sampans. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Wednesday - Dec 13, 2023
Sweets and Rice Treats. This afternoon, enjoy time on board the ship as we sail to exciting Ho Chi Minh City. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11 - Thursday - Dec 14, 2023
Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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Motorbikes, Monuments, and Mouthwatering Cuisine. Enjoy time at your leisure this afternoon and evening for independent exploration. Maybe stop for a drink at the famous rooftop bar at the Caravelle Hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 12 - Friday - Dec 15, 2023
Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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Secret Passageways and Underground Hideouts. Explore the city further during free time this afternoon. This evening, join your traveling companions for a special dinner in a local restaurant. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 13 - Saturday - Dec 16, 2023
Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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Today, transfer to the airport and fly to Hanoi. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for the night. (Breakfast)
Day 14 - Sunday - Dec 17, 2023
Historic Hanoi and Water Puppets. Enjoy lunch at Koto, a non-profit restaurant and hospitality program that teaches local street children restaurant skills for stable employment opportunities. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 15 - Monday - Dec 18, 2023
Island Shapes and a Floating Village. Travel from Hanoi through the fertile countryside to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The bay is dotted with more than 3,000 limestone islands carved into fanciful shapes. Board the luxurious Paradise Elegance for a 2-Night Cruise on the bay. Enjoy scenic sailing for the remainder of the day before anchoring for the night. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 16 - Tuesday - Dec 19, 2023
Caves, Kayaks, and Scenic Climbs. After a day of exploring, consider a spa treatment or simply relax for happy hour prior to dinner! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 17 - Wednesday - Dec 20, 2023
Surprising and Amazing Beauty. This morning, relax onboard your ship or visit Sung Sot Cave, considered one of the most beautiful in the area with its magnificent formations. Afterwards, return to Hanoi and check into your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to spend at your leisure. (Breakfast)
Day 18 - Thursday - Dec 21, 2023
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)