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23 Night Essence of Cambodia Vietnam and Luxury Mekong and Land Tour

From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon)
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Scenic Spirit

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  • Cruise #: 14284538
  • Departs: Mon, Dec 6, 2027
  • Returns: Wed, Dec 29, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Dec 6, 2027
    Day
    1
    Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    Welcome to vibrant Vietnam, a world of color, culture, and extraordinary food. Today is yours to settle in at your leisure, adjusting to the rhythms of this compelling city before your journey begins in earnest. Check into your two-night Scenic Special Stay at the iconic Sofitel Legend Metropole, Hanoi's most celebrated address. This beautifully preserved colonial grand dame has welcomed dignitaries and travelers since 1901, and its refined amenities and attentive service set the tone for the days ahead. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Dec 7, 2027
    Day
    2
    Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    A full day to explore this nostalgic city, beginning with your first Scenic Freechoice. Scenic Freechoice: Visit the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long and Hoa Lo Prison, a journey through the nation's past across two very different chapters of history. Alternatively, spend the morning at Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature, founded in 1070, then discover the charm of the Old Quarter over a celebrated egg coffee. Those wanting a deeper cultural immersion can head to the ancient village of Bat Trang, a community devoted to traditional porcelain and pottery, where a local elder shares the spiritual beliefs of his community before a hands-on lunch of banh cuon rice pancakes. Scenic Enrich: This evening, a green electric car winds through the Old Quarter to your Scenic Enrich: a VIP performance of Hanoi's world-famous water puppet theater, with a special backstage pass to follow. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Dec 8, 2027
    Day
    3
    Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Bus Travel
    • Ha Long, Vietnam
    After breakfast and check-out, the journey heads northeast through the fertile farmlands of the Red River Delta toward Halong Bay. Board the luxury Bhaya Soul for a two-night cruise among the iconic limestone karsts of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed seascape, reaching areas of the bay that remain well beyond the reach of day cruises. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Dec 9, 2027
    Day
    4
    Ha Long, Vietnam
    • Ha Long, Vietnam
    A Tai Chi lesson on the Sun Deck opens the morning as the ship sails deeper into the national park. Take to a kayak and paddle through a limestone cave system before a bike ride on Cat Ba Island, a landscape of dense jungle and quiet shoreline largely untouched by development. In the afternoon, gather on deck for an exclusive Scenic Sundowners wine tasting at anchor, set against the silhouette of the karst islands at sunset. After dinner, round out the evening with the local tradition of squid fishing from the deck. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Dec 10, 2027
    Day
    5
    Ha Long, Vietnam
    • Ha Long, Vietnam
    • Bus Travel
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    A leisurely morning cruise back to harbor before returning to Hanoi and a second stay at the Sofitel Legend Metropole. Take part in a fascinating historical bunker tour beneath the hotel, a rarely seen chapter in the story of a city with more than 1,000 years of history. Scenic Freechoice Dining: This evening, Scenic Freechoice dining offers a French-inspired dinner at the Metropole's own Angelina Restaurant, a home-cooked meal shared with a local Hanoian family, or a Vespa foodie tour through the lantern-lit streets of the Old Quarter with complimentary drinks throughout. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Dec 11, 2027
    Day
    6
    Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Air Travel
    • Hue, Vietnam
    Spend the morning at leisure before flying south to Hue, the former imperial capital. Check into the Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel for the evening. Scenic Enrich: This evening, traditional Vietnamese cuisine is served family-style in a private garden house, accompanied by Royal Hue court music performed as it has been for centuries and a welcoming glass of wine. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Dec 12, 2027
    Day
    7
    Hue, Vietnam
    • Hue, Vietnam
    • Bus Travel
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
    The morning begins at the Mausoleum of Emperor Tu Duc, the last independent emperor of Imperial Vietnam, before wandering through the grandeur of the Imperial Citadel ruins and enjoying a vegetarian lunch at Tinh Tam Restaurant at Duc Son Pagoda, which supports the nuns' orphanage. Afterwards, travel via the breathtaking Hai Van Pass past the Marble Mountains to the ancient trading town of Hoi An, where three nights await at the Moire Hoi An, Vignette Collection by IHG, within easy walking distance of the old town markets. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Dec 13, 2027
    Day
    8
    Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
    A walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Quarter visits the Japanese Covered Bridge and central market, followed by lunch featuring the town's signature dishes: cao lau, com ga, and banh mi. The afternoon is yours - a 60-minute spa treatment (included for every guest), the hotel pool, or the tailors' quarter the town has been renowned for since the 16th century. Scenic Sunset Drinks: Scenic Sundowners at Ember & Sip Bar with included beer and wine ease the day toward evening. Scenic Freechoice Dining: Tonight, Scenic Freechoice dining sets the tone: Vietnamese street food at Morning Glory Signature Restaurant, the warmly lit Mango Mango in the heart of the Ancient Town, or The Field, where tables are set among rice paddies and the cuisine blends Vietnamese tradition with a contemporary hand. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Dec 14, 2027
    Day
    9
    Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
    This morning choose from a range of Scenic Freechoice activities. Scenic Freechoice: Head to the ancient Cham ruins of My Son for a glimpse into the majesty of the Champa Kingdom, including a local lunch. Alternatively, a bicycle ride to a fishing village leads to a bamboo basket boat experience and a sampan return through the water palms. Those drawn to community may choose a lantern-making class with the Reaching Out NGO at a historic merchant house, or a Vietnamese cooking class at Red Bridge Cooking School on the banks of the Thu Bon River. The afternoon is yours to spend as you please. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Dec 15, 2027
    Day
    10
    Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Hoi An, Vietnam
    • Bus Travel
    • Da Nang, Vietnam
    • Air Travel
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    Your final day in the center of Vietnam starts with breakfast before checking out and setting off to the airport in Da Nang to fly to the regional city of Siem Reap. Siem Reap is a split in time with ancient and traditional architecture weaved between the modern developments. Step back in time at your hotel, a definition of luxury and your historical home for the next three nights in Siem Reap. This brilliantly appointed accommodation is styled with a mix of French inspired architecture, local interior furnishings, the attentive staff providing a service beyond expectations, and brilliant amenities fit for royalty. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Dec 16, 2027
    Day
    11
    Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    Friday - Dec 17, 2027
    Day
    12
    Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    Saturday - Dec 18, 2027
    Day
    13
    Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Kampong Kdei, Cambodia, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel
    • Kampong Thom, Cambodia
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 13 - Saturday - Dec 18, 2027
    Day
    13
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Kampong Cham, Cambodia
    Discover the rural side of Cambodia as your motorcoach will transfer you to Kampong Cham where the breathtaking Scenic Spirit awaits. Before arriving, you will be visiting the stunning Khmer bridge at Kampong Kdei, Kampong Thom, and a stone cutters' village. After boarding, begin your cruise in style with a cocktail reception hosted by your cruise director. Take a stroll around the decks to orientate yourself as to where all the amenities are. After your welcome dinner, settling into your private suite does not mean you settle for service. At any time, your dedicated personal butler is free to swing by with a nightcap and delivery of your preferred pillows. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 19, 2027
    Day
    14
    • Wat Hanchey, Cambodia
    • Kampong Cham, Cambodia
    Awake as you approach Wat Hanchey, an ancient hilltop pagoda and monastery to meet the resident novice monks. Walk (or drive) to the top for some of the best elevated views of the cruise. This afternoon is spent sailing upstream along the Mekong River before returning to Kampong Cham, the quaint but largest city in the north and home to most of Cambodia's Muslim population. The remainder of the day is free to discover the main boulevard along the river front filled with its colorfully painted Chinese shopfronts, restaurants, and colonial buildings. Be sure to visit the night market once setup. ...
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    Monday - Dec 20, 2027
    Day
    15
    Kampong Cham, Cambodia
    • Kampong Cham, Cambodia
    • Angkor Ban, Cambodia
    From Kampong Cham, your Scenic Freechoices this morning provide the chance to learn about the history and industries of the area. Scenic Freechoice: Choose to learn about local folklore at Phnom Pros, a mountaintop pagoda that has long been part of a traditional legend. Tragically, in more modern times, the site was used as a Killing Field by the Khmer Rouge. The temple now features a Buddha Garden and is home to a local troop of monkeys. Afterwards, visit Wat Nokor Bachey, a unique architectural experiment that blends an Angkorian era temple with a new temple built inside it. Alternatively, explore Kampong Cham's history and industry with a drive past shop houses, remnants of the French colonial era, and the large central market. Visit a local rubber plantation established by the French before stopping at a village known for growing betel nut, an important part of Cambodian culture. Your third option today is a visit to Koh Pen Village. Located on Pen (Bamboo) Island, it's only accessible by local remork after crossing by bamboo bridge or ferry from Kampong Cham. This remote village gives you a fascinating insight into the simple, rural lifestyle of farmers in Cambodia. Back onboard, spend the afternoon relaxing and getting to know the facilities of the most luxurious ship on the river, Scenic Spirit, as she sails to Angkor Ban. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 21, 2027
    Day
    16
    • Angkor Ban, Cambodia
    • Koh Oknha Tey, Cambodia, Cambodia
    • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    Upon arrival in Angkor Ban, explore its historical rural wooden houses, which survived the Khmer Rouge and visit a local pagoda where a segregated and solemn excursion at a Buddhist pagoda awaits. Scenic Enrich: Receive a traditional blessing from a monk and learn how to pray in a Buddhist pagoda before partaking in an alms ceremony, which contributes to the daily meal of the resident monks. Afterwards, reboard Scenic Spirit for lunch and sail downstream to the island of Oknha Tey, dedicated to the art of silk weaving. Travel by tuk tuk to the farm and learn about the process of silk production. Return to Scenic Spirit and some free time. The option to immerse yourself in local culture with the Scenic team is available by learning how to make and wear the Cambodian scarf. Some down time is a great way to relax and what better way to do that than heading to the Wellness Centre or Beauty Salon for a bit of pampering. Get an outfit ready for an evening of style with a Scenic Sunset Drinks cocktail reception on the sundeck against the backdrop of Phnom Penh's lights and stunning scenery as we approach the capital of Cambodia. Scenic Sunset Drinks: Later this evening, revel in the Phnom Penh by City Lights tour. You'll get to witness the nightlife of the capital before stopping at a local rum distillery for your exclusive Scenic Sundowners experience, including a private tour and tasting. ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 22, 2027
    Day
    17
    Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    Thursday - Dec 23, 2027
    Day
    18
    Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    • Tan Chau, Vietnam
    Even the most developing countries have a standard of luxury and opulence. You can experience this this morning at the Royal Palace with the famous Silver Pagoda within, on your included visit to this must-see attraction. Set on the riverfront, this dazzling palace was built in the 1860s and still serves as the official residence of the King of Cambodia. Upon return to Scenic Spirit, say goodbye to Phnom Penh as we sail to the Cambodian and Vietnamese border. A relaxing afternoon of sailing will allow you to take advantage of the many exclusive facilities on the Scenic Spirit. Sometimes everyone needs a break from the hustle and bustle of this exciting cruise and for those bookworms, kick back in the Scenic Spirit library, or head to the heart of this ship, which is the Scenic Spirit lounge, a great place to unwind with a glass of wine. Obtain some background knowledge of each port and get the key information for the exciting activities ahead. With traveling throughout South-East Asia comes the heat and what better way to cool down than socializing with a fresh cocktail and swimming in the pool all or just settle into the private comfort of your luxury suite and private balcony. After clearing immigration into Vietnam at the border, you will experience a fantastically themed dinner onboard the Spirit along with a lion dance performed by locals on the expansive Sundeck. ...
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    Friday - Dec 24, 2027
    Day
    19
    • Tan Chau, Vietnam
    Saturday - Dec 25, 2027
    Day
    20
    • Sa Dec, Vietnam
    When you arrive in Sa Dec, board your sampan once again to explore the lively wet market where you can meet the sellers and marvel at their wares, including live fish, frogs, and even snakes. This two-hour exploration will take you deep into the local lifestyle. You can also see the grand home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, a Chinese merchant who inspired Marguerite Duras to write novel L'Amant. Your expert guide will reveal the secrets behind this passionate tale of tragic love. After your morning excursion, head back to the Scenic Spirit for lunch while enjoying a relaxing afternoon at leisure onboard sailing downstream to Cai Be. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 26, 2027
    Day
    21
    Cai Be, Vietnam
    • Cai Be, Vietnam
    Monday - Dec 27, 2027
    Day
    22
    My Tho, Vietnam
    • My Tho, Vietnam
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 22 - Monday - Dec 27, 2027
    Day
    22
    • Bus Travel
    • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    It is time to bid farewell to the Scenic Spirit as you wave goodbye to the staff and commence your 90-minute drive to Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC). Upon arrival visit the War Museum before an orientation tour around your historic hotel where you will enjoy a two-night stay, located in the heart of District One and opposite the Opera House. Scenic Freechoice Dining: Tonight, choose your Scenic Free Choice dining option from an exhilarating Vespa ride at night as your experienced driver winds in and out the hectic traffic of the streets, stopping at all the best local spots for the most scrumptious Vietnamese cuisines. Sample the best authentic street food and an unlimited supply of drinks and eating however much your stomach desires. Alternatively, dine at Mandarine Restaurant, designed in the style of the Hue imperial court serving individual Vietnamese dishes. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Dec 28, 2027
    Day
    23
    Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    After breakfast, travel to the Cu Chi Tunnels and spend the morning learning about the development and establishment of this hidden covered tunnel network that the Viet Cong soldiers hid in for months on end. Return to the city for a Pho lunch with the remainder of the afternoon at leisure. Later explore the Reunification Palace, the former Presidential House of South Vietnam, which become famous in 1975 with images of tanks crashing through its gates leading to the South's surrender and end of the War of Independence. Enjoy tonight's farewell dinner with your fellow travelers. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Dec 29, 2027
    Day
    24
    Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    • Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam
    After check out, head to the airport as you get ready to depart Vietnam for your homeland or extended travels. Leave with a full camera and stunning memories to treasure. Please note: Rivers and waterways are subject to variations in water levels. While every effort is made to adhere to the planned itinerary, changes in river conditions, ad hoc local government regulations, or local festivities may require journey modifications. These will be made based on the advice of local authorities or for safety reasons. Hotels are indicative and are subject to change. ...
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