Mekong Journey: Lotus Cruises

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Arrive and transfer to the Park Hyatt Saigon for a 2-night stay. The following day take a city tour and visit the Cu Chi tunnels. (B)

Transfer to My Tho in the Mekong delta. Board the Mekong Navigator and begin your 7-night journey with a cruise to Cai Be. (B, L, D)

Board sampan boats to explore the canals and floating market of Cai Be, with stops at traditional Vietnamese houses and workshops. Afternoon visit to Sa Dec, home to historic buildings, markets and a Chinese temple. (B, L, D)

Morning visit to Cu Lao Gieng island to see the cathedral and a boat-building workshop. Afternoon tour of the island village of Hong Ngu, known for its production of traditional Khmer scarves. (B, L, D)

Cross the border at Chau Doc into Cambodia, then spend the afternoon cruising to Phnom Penh, with onboard activities available. (B, L, D)

Morning visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. Afternoon at leisure to explore the city at your own pace. Evening onboard performance of the traditional Apsara blessing dance. (B, L, D)

Morning city tour by tuk tuk visiting the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda and the National Museum. (B, L, D)

Morning visit to Angkor Ban village. Afternoon excursion to the monastery of Wat Hanchey, where you will receive a traditional Buddhist water blessing from the resident monks. (B, L, D)

Disembark in Kampong Cham, then continue by coach to Siem Reap and stay 2 nights at the Belmond La Résidence d'Angkor. A guide and driver are available both days to explore the Angkor Wat temple complex. (B, L)

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