DEEPER AND FURTHER UP THE MEKONG RIVER
On this groundbreaking 11-day river cruise, you will go deeper into the Mekong Delta and further up the Mekong River than any other river cruise offered. The river life of the Mekong is enormously fascinating and varied, and there is no greater cultural contrast than that between the bustling Vietnam Delta and the tranquility of Cambodia. You will pass through the bustling port of Saigon, through the vast delta so rich in human life and effort, to travel along the main channel to the rich countryside of Cambodia. With a full day in charming Phnom Penh, explore the remote waterways, but also visit the imposing monuments of Angkor Wat. No vessel is more suitable for this expedition than the much-loved Mekong Pandaw, the first vessel to pioneer the Mekong River in 2002. The ship, decked out in golden teak, is spacious with wide promenades running around each deck, a huge sundeck and equipped with an opulent spa, library and gym. With a draught of only one meter, the Mekong Pandaw can travel further upstream than other ships and, with a lower headway, can also pass under the many new bridges that other ships cannot pass under.
TIPS & TOPS River cruise across the Mekong to Cambodia:
- The ship Mekong Pandaw and its 18 cabins is hand-finished in brass and teak by traditional craftsmen, making it itself an object of great beauty.
- From the promenade decks or huge observation deck, let the awe-inspiring panoramas along the river unfold with the ceaseless activity of humans and animals so characteristic of Asia's river life.
- Cruise through the floating market in the Mekong Delta and buy the tastiest fruits from your boat.
- A local chef provides a delicious semi-breakfast buffet, semi-lunch buffet and seated themed dinners.
- End the trip in Siem Reap, starting point for the enchanting Angkor Wat temple complex
- Visit the dolphins from local boats (depending on the water level) in the national park.
