Mekong & Beyond

Day 1 : SIEM REAP (CAMBODIA)O

On arrival in Siem Reap, transfer to your hotel and meet your fellow travellers and Tour Leader (or local guide). Hotel: Tara Angkor Hotel (or similar)

Day 2 : TEMPLES OF ANGKORS

Spend the day exploring the magnificent temples of Angkor. Take a pre-dawn tuk-tuk ride to Angkor Wat's seldom-used East Gate entrance to marvel at the silhouetted central spires. Travel to the Angkor Thom complex including Bayon temple and its stone head sculptures. Return to town for lunch before exploring Banteay Srei and Ta Prohm. Hotel: Tara Angkor Hotel (or similar)

Day 3 : SIEM REAP TO KAMPONG CHHNANGD

Drive to Kampong Cham where your ship awaits. Following a short briefing, settle into your cabin or enjoy the boat's facilities before meeting your fellow travellers at a welcome dinner. Cruise: Jayavarman (or similar)

Day 4 : ANGKOR BAN TO WAT HANCHEYR

Rise early to embark on a land excursion to the pre-Angkorian temple, Wat Hanchey and enjoy superb views over Cambodia. Return to the boat for lunch and witness a blessing ceremony performed by local monks. Cruise: Jayavarman (or similar)

Day 5 : KAMPONG CHHNANG TO KAMPONG TRALACHV

Visit the floating village of Kampong Chhnang and see the Khmer-styled pottery at Aundaung Russey village. At Kampong Tralach, take a fun ride on an ox-cart before cruising closer to Phnom Penh. Cruise: Jayavarman (or similar)

Day 6 : PHNOM PENH TOURA

Arrive in Phnom Penh and visit the Killing Fields at Choeng Ek and Tuol Sleng Museum of Genocidal Crimes. Visit the Royal Palace and the National Museum. In the evening, enjoy an exquisite Apsara dance performance back on board the ship. Cruise: Jayavarman (or similar)

Day 7 : PHNOM PENH TO TAN CHAU (VIETNAM)L

Learn about the incredible modern history of Cambodia at a talk presented on board as you cruise towards the Vietnam border. Cruise: Jayavarman (or similar)

Day 8 : TAN CHAU TO SA DEC E

Embark on a short shore excursion to explore Tan Chau, a town near the border with an interesting mix of cultures. Visit a colourful local market followed by a boat excursion to the floating villages and stop at My An Hung village. Sample tea sweetened with local honey and taste local fruit. Cruise: Jayavarman (or similar)

Day 9 : SA DEC TO MY THO A

Arrive at Binh Thanh Island and enjoy a fun tour of the man-made canals by traditional sampan (circular bamboo boats). Cruise towards Cai Be, famous for its authentic floating market. On a shore excursion, visit a workshop and observe how rice paste, rice paper, and rice is made. Cruise: Jayavarman (or similar)

Day 10 : MY THO TO SAIGOND

Disembark the ship and bid a fond farewell to the crew before driving to Saigon. In Saigon, take a walking tour through the heart of the city visiting the must-see sites including Ho Chi Minh Square, Municipal Theatre, the gothic Notre Dame Cathedral and Dong Khoi Street. Hotel: Grand Hotel (or similar)

Day 11 : CU CHI TUNNELS TO HOI AND

Drive to Cu Chi and explore the incredible network of underground tunnels. Fly from Saigon to Danang, before driving to Hoi An. Enjoy some free time before exploring the old town on a walking tour. Hotel: Hoi An Historic Hotel (or similar)

Day 12 : HOI ANT

Take a special food-focussed walking tour of Hoi An with students from Streets Cafe, who are keen to practise their English-speaking skills. In the afternoon, enjoy exploring the town independently. Hotel: Hoi An Historic Hotel (or similar)

Day 13 : HOI AN TO HANOIT

Travel to Danang before flying to Hanoi. Discover Hanoi's highlights including Ho Chi Minh Quarter, House on Stilts, Presidential Palace, Temple of Literature and the backstreets of the bustling Old Quarter. Hotel: The Ann Hanoi (or similar)

Day 14 : HANOI TO HALONG BAYD

Drive east to Halong City, the gateway to Halong Bay and board your private junk boat to begin your exploration of the magnificent bay. Cruise: Overnight boat (or similar)

Day 15 : HALONG BAY TO HANOIR

Rise early to make the most of Halong Bay's stunning scenery as you continue exploring the bay. Drive back to Hanoi. Hotel: The Ann Hanoi (or similar)

Day 16 : HANOIT

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey. Siem Reap Hanoi 16 Days