A Fascinating, Rewarding and Multilayered Adventure
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A fascinating, rewarding and multilayered adventure.
Two of the most beautiful, historic and friendly places in all of Asia, dynamic Vietnam and pastoral Cambodia are intriguing studies in contrast. Each possesses its own unique charm and social traditions, its own tragic history and complex past. In many ways, a visit here is less about the sights you see than it is about the people you meet and the experiences you have along the way.
Ho Chi Minh City offers a heady mixture of old and new while Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, surprises visitors with its charm. As the lifeblood of Southeast Asia, the Mekong teems with colorful floating villages and mementos of its French Colonial past. Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s thriving capital, is fast-forwarding to the future yet retains a provincial intimacy. And colorful Siem Reap provides the gateway to the vast UNESCO-designated jungle temple complex of Angkor Wat.
2020 cruises will be on the new Mekong Jewel
Debuting on January 3, 2020, the Mekong Jewel will be the newest and most luxurious ship on the Mekong river. This all-suite Super Ship will include two dining venues: one main restaurant and an al fresco eatery on the upper deck. The Mekong Jewel will replace the Mekong Navigator and is being constructed with sustainable, eco-friendly materials, and will feature a swimming pool, spa, sauna and steam room, gym, hair salon, nail bar, two lounges and a library.
- 32711
- River
- 30 Jun 20
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Siem Reap
- Asia
- From 25 Sep 20 to 17 Dec 21
- From 08Oct20 to 30Dec21
- 13 nights
- Uniworld
- Multiple Cruiseships 6 stars
- Cruise Only
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Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Cai Be, Vinh Long, Sa Dec, Gieng Island, Tan Chau, Border Crossing, Phnom Penh, Wat Hanchey, Kampong Cham, Siem Reap
Inclusions
- SAVE 10% when you book by 30 June 2020 and pay in full at time of booking.
Important Terms
- * Rates quoted are in Australian dollars.
- Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes unless otherwise stated.
- Advertised price includes any bonus nights, special offers or discounts listed in the inclusions.
- Surcharges may apply due to demand, Christmas & New Year's Eve, school or public holidays, trade shows, special events & other unforeseen circumstances.
- Prices may be based on Dynamic Rates and as such, may fluctuate at anytime without notice, due to matters outside our control, such as adverse currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes and airfare increases, or at the property's discretion.
Departures & Rates
* All prices quoted are PER PERSON based on twin share in Australian Dollars and include taxes, fees and port expenses (if applicable). All prices quoted are for the cruise departing on 25Sep20. Prices for alternative departure dates may vary. Certain departure dates and embarkation points may be at an additional supplement. For more information please contact one of our Travel Specialists.
2021 Early Payment Savings
SAVE 10% when you book by 30 June 2020 and pay in full at time of booking.
*Rates are based on per person for two adults sharing. For solo travellers or single person occupancy rates, or other cabin types not listed, please contact our Travel Specialists for a quote.
Cabins
Itinerary
Note: The itineraries presented are subject to modification due to water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but changes may still be necessary throughout the cruise. This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your final day-to-day schedule will be provided onboard on the first day of your cruise.
DAY 1: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If your cruise/tour package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to your luxury hotel. You will be greeted with a private check-in, welcome drink and information packet at the hotel. An elegant flower arrangement and fruit platter await you in your room. Tonight, consider popping out to explore the lively Ben Thanh Night Market or one of the city’s quintessential evening cafés—either choice would mark a splendid start to your adventure.
DAY 2: Ho Chi Minh City
As Asia’s “comeback kid,” there’s something so invigorating about Ho Chi Minh City, a busting metropolis with a youthful and innovative energy—and no wonder, given that more than half the population is younger than 35. Embrace the dynamic spirit of the city formerly known as Saigon on today’s panoramic tour. History melds with the boisterous present in Vietnam’s largest city, where skyscrapers tower over ancient temples and motorbikes putter along picturesque alleys. It was founded in 1690; became the capital of French Cochinchina in the 1860s, when it was known as Saigon; and acquired its modern moniker in 1976, when it was named for Communist leader Ho Chi Minh.
Featured Excursions:
Dynamic Ho Chi Minh City
Dinner Cruise on Saigon Princess
DAY 3: Ho Chi Minh City, Transfer to My Tho (Embark), Cai Be
Ready for an adventure? Today’s featured excursion provides a fascinating glimpse of the Viet Cong’s vast network of incredibly narrow, booby-trapped tunnels dating from the Vietnam War. If you dare, you can even climb down inside for an up-close look.
Featured Excursion:
Vestiges of war—Cú Chi Tunnels
DAY 4: Cai Be, Vinh Long
Get set for an authentic slice of daily life along the Mekong with visits to two quintessentially Vietnamese locales, Vinh Long and Cai Be, which you’ll see by sampan. Meet village elders, experience the lively floating market and visit workshops creating products made from rice.
Featured Excursion:
Village life on the Mekong
DAY 5: Sa Dec, Gieng Island, Hong Ngu, Cruising the Mekong River
Dip into Vietnam’s colorful and culturally eclectic past in Sa Dec—the former haunt of author Marguerite Duras—and the island of Gieng, which boasts a rather unexpected array of Catholic churches and monasteries.
Featured Excursion:
Sampans and colonial romance
DAY 6: Hong Ngu (Long Khanh A), Cruising the Mekong River, Phnom Penh
More authentic encounters await you today, starting with a sampan ride through the floating villages lining the banks of the great river. Stop at a temple devoted to Vietnam’s homegrown religion, then hop aboard a rickshaw for a ride to a factory that makes handwoven reed baskets. Later, cruise through the canals to Evergreen Island, where village houses are built on stilts. Thousands of boats ply the waters of the Mekong—wooden cargo boats, water taxis, dredges, fishing craft. Traditional and modern elements mingle in this region, but the river rules everything.
Featured Excursion:
Daily life on the great delta
DAY 7: Phnom Penh
Once considered the loveliest of Indochina’s French-built cities, Phnom Penh has somehow retained much of its charm despite all the political and cultural turmoil of the 20th century. See how this fascinating city is rediscovering itself with an insightful panoramic tour and time to explore on your own. Founded in the 15th century, Phnom Penh is the thriving capital of the kingdom of Cambodia. It stands at the juncture of three rivers and is divided into three distinct districts: the French colonial area, a handsome residential district and a rapidly changing Old Town.
Featured Excursion:
Cambodia’s capital—Phnom Penh
DAY 8: Phnom Penh, Cruising the Mekong River
Today’s featured excursion may be the most profound and memorable experience of your entire journey. You’ll learn about the infamous Killing Fields of the Khmer Rouge and visit a former school-turned-prison that is now a genocide museum.
Featured Excursion:
The Killing Fields—tragedy and reconciliation in Cambodia
DAY 9: Angkor Ban, Wat Hanchey
The mighty river carries you into the Cambodian countryside today. If yesterday was an exploration of Cambodia’s dark past, today is a celebration of the country’s bright future. You’ll meet young children at a local school and friendly villagers in their homes, and have a rare opportunity to receive a special water blessing from Buddhist monks.
Featured Excursion:
Cambodia’s vibrant cultural life
DAY 10: Kampong Cham (Disembark), Transfer to Siem Reap
You’ll disembark in the morning and transfer via executive motorcoach to Siem Reap, a place name that means, literally, “Defeat of Siam”—which tells you something of its history. The city has an allure all its own, with sprawling markets, a lively dining scene and enticing street food. Siem Reap is your base for exploring the legendary archaeological site Angkor Wat, the heart of the ancient Khmer empire.
Featured Excursion:
City tour & Artisan visit by remork
DAY 11: Siem Reap
Today is a Bucket List Moment kind of day, as you unleash your inner Indiana Jones and explore the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, a gigantic religious complex that is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Regarded as the pinnacle of the dazzling, inventive culture that flourished in medieval Cambodia, it is one of the most spectacular monuments you will ever lay eyes on.
Featured Excursions:
Angkor Wat Temple
Khmer Noodle House at Preah Dak Village
Today’s lunch will be on your own. NOTE: Order of sightseeing may change on Days 11 and 12. Temple visits are subject to change due to factors beyond our control.
DAY 12: Siem Reap
Today you will enter the spectacular remnants of Angkor Thom, the royal city. Prepare to be amazed! Built during the heyday of the Khmer dynasty in the 12th century, this extraordinary complex of Hindu and Buddhist monuments was once lost to the world for many years, hidden under dense jungle vines.
Featured Excursions:
South Gate Angkor Thom, Bayon and Ta Prohm
Apsara show and dinner
NOTE: Order of sightseeing may change on Days 11 and 12. Temple visits are subject to change due to factors beyond our control.
DAY 13: Siem Reap
Check out of your luxury hotel and head to Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport for your flight home.
Ship Info
Mekong Jewel
Launching in Vietnam & Cambodia in 2020
Debuting on January 3, 2020, the Mekong Jewel will be the newest and most luxurious ship on the Mekong river. This all-suite Super Ship will include two dining venues: one main restaurant and an al fresco eatery on the upper deck. The Mekong Jewel will replace the Mekong Navigator and is being constructed with sustainable, eco-friendly materials, and will feature a swimming pool, spa, sauna and steam room, gym, hair salon, nail bar, two lounges and a library.
Cruise Line
Uniworld
World-class river cruising that’s all about choices
Whether you’ve visited Europe once or a dozen times, you haven’t really experienced the best of Europe until you’ve sailed with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Uniworld has been cruising the waterways of the world for more than 30 years. Their river cruise combines the charms and landmarks of different destinations with exquisite accommodation, award-winning hospitality, and world-class cuisine of a five-star boutique hotel. Cruise the historic waterways of Europe, Russia, Egypt, China and Vietnam & Cambodia.
Why Uniworld?
Uniworld offers the highest level of comfort, quality and service in river cruising with an unparalleled variety of vacation choices. You’ll cherish this world of benefits designed just for you.
Choice
- Over 500 departures
- More than 40 itineraries
- Sail 12 of the world’s most breathtaking rivers
- Choose from over 20 countries throughout Europe, China, Egypt and Russia
Quality
- Travel+Leisure’s “World’s Best Top 10 Small Cruise Lines"
- Condé Nast Traveller’s “Gold List"
- Condé Nast Reader’s Cruise Poll Winner for “Top Small Cruise Ships"
- Condé Nast Reader’s Choice Award for “World’s Top 10 Small Cruise Lines
Hospitality
- Over 98% guest service satisfaction rates
- One crew member for every three guests
- Professionally trained all English-speaking staff
- Condé Nast “Gold List" winners with highest honours in hospitality
- Meet and Greet transfers on arrival and departure days
Comfort
- Staterooms offer beautiful river views, modern amenities and luxury hotel-style beds
- Meals prepared with the regions’ freshest ingredients by a gourmet culinary staff
- Intimate ambiance of 130 guests on average
- Local English-speaking experts leading shore excursions to the hidden treasures of each port.
All-inclusive Cruises
Experience unparalleled luxury with Uniworld Cruises, where every detail is tailored for your comfort. Enjoy unlimited premium spirits, five-star cuisine, and a variety of excursions. Amenities include gratuities, a fitness center, wellness classes, bicycles, and more. With airport transfers and Wi-Fi included, your journey is effortlessly delightful.
