Saigon - Chau Doc with RV The Jayavarman 3 Days

Bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of Saigon while settling into your cabin. The ship will begin by meandering along busy ports and waterways. Soon after, the change is abrupt and you’ll find yourself in the UNESCO listed Mangrove Biosphere Reserve of Can Gio which had been destroyed during the Vietnam War by toxic chemicals. Amazingly, the 75 hectares of forest has come back to life through a reforestation.

Enjoy a cocktail reception at the Funnel Bar and Lounge followed by a Welcome Dinner on the Sun Deck. Drop anchor just outside of Cai Be for the night.

 

Today’s tour starts with the visit of Cai Be’s colorful floating market. Cruise among local sampans coming from all provinces of the delta full of fruits and vegetables. Proceed to Dong Hoa Hiep island located between Vinh Long and Cai Be. During a 40 minute cruise, discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong Delta rural life. These evergreen islands among the Mekong River still remain unknown to many people.

Back on the sampans, we will lead to you to observe the activity of the biggest rice stock market in Cai Be. Further stops will allow you to see traditional brick and tile factories and how locals use palm leaves for houses. Cruise 20 minutes further to Phu An hamlet passing by Cai Be’s beautiful cathedral. Visit some interesting home factories to see how rice paste, rice cookies and coco candies, are made, along with the longan fruit drying process.

Lunch will await you at Le Longanier, a superb Indochinese villa located in a lush tropical garden by the river, surrounded by fruit orchards. After lunch, group 1 takes a stroll along the canals to experience the local environment first hand while group 2 explores the edges of the canals on bicycle. After touring the canals, head to the An Kiet ancient house to have tea with the decendants of the former imperial residents. Board The Jayavarman for a relaxing evening cruise towards Chau Doc. Moor midstream overnight.

 

Wake up and sip your latte on the sun deck as we arrive in Chau Doc. This marks the end of your journey with The Jayavmarman, however it is only the beginning of your journey with Indochina. Disembark and transfer to hotel at 10:00am.

Prices quoted in US$ nett per person
Cabin				Double/Twin Sharing
				High Season (Jan-Apr 2011)	Low Season (May - Sep 2011)	High Season (Oct - Dec 2011)
Superior				US$ -	US$ 540	US$ -
Deluxe				US$ -	US$ 620	US$ -
Royal Suite				US$ -	US$ 670	US$ -

 

• Peak season surcharge - 250 USD for the New Years Eve cruise and Christmas cruise per cabin.
• Extra bed supplement - 70% off on regular cruise price (price per cabin). Extra beds are available in Deluxe rooms only.
• Single occupancy - 25% off on regular cruise price.

• Entrance fees
• Transportation
• Tour guide services (English speaking)
• Taxes, fuel, pilots, port dues
• Full board
• Welcome and farewell dinner, mineral water, coffee and tea during breakfast

• Phnom Penh port taxes per passenger of 65 USD levied by the Cambodian Port Authority Gratuities
• Visa
• Fuel surcharges if available