Explore Two Worlds Along One River Nov. 29-Dec. 13, 2012
An Unforgettable Journey Awaits You
The lands of Southeast Asia have been part of our DNA since the 60s, and for many years since that era, off limits. These ancient countries are now thriving and welcoming visitors in unprecedented numbers. The region’s ancient lifeline, the Mekong River, now has new river ships plying her waters with eager and awe-struck guests. A new era of friendship has begun, and you’re invited to experience it like never before.
Highlights and Inclusions
7-night Mekong River cruise in a riverview stateroom onboard the beautiful NEW River Saigon
7 nights in centrally located deluxe hotels featuring luxurious accommodations, buffet breakfast, and all service charges, taxes, and porterage
14 buffet breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 11 dinners
Extensive sightseeing, including two days at the Angkor Wat Temple complex, Phnom Pros and Phnom Srey monastery, authentic sampan cruises, and cyclo (cycle rickshaw) tours
Onshore VIP Package including welcome and farewell dinners with live entertainment, embroidered and personalized bathrobe, fully escorted 20-person excursions with English-speaking local guides to Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Phnom Penh, and Siem Reap.
Domestic flight from Hanoi to Siem Reap
Welcome reception on board the ship
AAA host and services of an experienced Uniworld Tour Manager throughout the trip
All transfers on arrival and departure days
Cruise
Price and Payments
from $5,047 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare
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all prices and deck plan
Deposit: $500 per person due at time of booking
Final Payment: Due on or before August 22, 2012
Note: Cruise port charges of $98 are included. Airfare is additional (departure from U.S. is Nov. 28). AAA highly recommends
the purchase of travel insurance. U.S. Citizens must
have a valid passport and a double-entry visa for Vietnam.
Space
is limited
Or call toll-free 1-877-248-6962, or visit a AAA
office.
Uniworld’s
Intimate River Saigon
The newest and most intimate ship on the Mekong, River Saigon boasts only 30 deluxe staterooms, all of which feature lovely French doors that open onto a spacious promenade.
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ship details
Day
1 11/28/12
Depart
U.S. home gateway airport to Hanoi, Vietnam
Day
2 11/29/12
Hanoi, Vietnam
Be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transfer to the hotel. Check in and enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.
Day
3 11/30/12
Hanoi, Vietnam
In the morning, you'll visit Hanoi's famous historical and cultural sites: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, and the massive Temple of Literature. Then take a cyclo (cycle rickshaw) tour of the colonial area. B, D
Day
4 12/1/12
Siem Reap, Cambodia - fly to Siem Reap
You'll fly from Hanoi to Siem Reap and check into the Victoria Angkor Hotel. Enjoy a city tour of Siem Reap in the evening. BB, D Aspara dance show with dinner
Day
5 12/2/12
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Excursion: Angkor Wat Temple Complex
You'll feel like Indiana Jones as you approach the ancient "jungle temple" of Ta Prohm and marvel at the tentacle-like tree roots that have enveloped the entire structure. The Ta Keo pyramid, Preah Khan - believed to be a massive Buddhist university - Banteay Srie, and Banteay Samré are also on the jaw-dropping tour. BB, L
Day
6 12/3/12
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Excursion: Angkor Wat Temple Complex
Your second day at the complex includes the UNESCO World Heritage Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. After lunch, you visit South Gate of Angkor Thom, the pyramid-temple of Bayon, the Baphuon Temple – grand Terrace of the Elephants – and the lichen-covered Terrace of the Leper King. BB, D
Day
7 12/4/12
Kampong Cham, Cambodia - board River Saigon ship
Transfer to the intimate River Saigon. BB, L, D
Day
8 12/5/12
Wat Hanchey and Kampong Cham, Cambodia Excursions: Wat Hanchey Temple Complex, Phnom Pros and Phnom Srey Monastery, and Nokor Bachey Temple
Visit the peaceful Wat Hanchey complex overlooking the Mekong River and marvel at the 7th-century artifacts, where local monks give a traditional water blessing. Then you’ll visit Phnom Pros and Phnom Srey, topped by temples and frolicking monkeys, and see the massive gilded statues of Buddha. Afterward, you’ll marvel at Nokor Bachey Temple’s wall carvings and ancient Buddha statues. BB, L, D
Day
9 12/6/12
Angkor Ban and Chong Koh, Cambodia Excursions: Angkor Ban and Chong Koh walking tours
You’ll sail to the rural village of Angkor Ban, where you’ll enjoy the charming horse-and-cart hamlet, visiting traditional Khmer homes and the Buddhist monastery. Next is Chong Koh, famous for its silk and cotton weaving, where women offer beautifully crafted wares. BB, L, D
Day
10 12/7/12
Kampong Chhnang, Cambodia Excursion: Kampong Chhnang excursion
Today you’re treated to a delightful sightseeing trip. BB, L, D
Day
11 12/8/12
Phnom Penh, Cambodia Excursions: Choeung Ek Memorial Stupaand grounds, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, and Phnom Penh city tour
Your visit to the “killing fields” and museum will move you deeply. Later, you’ll take an afternoon cyclo tour and enjoy the city’s French-infused architecture, Royal Palace, and Silver Pagoda. BB, L, D
Day
12 12/9/12
Cu Lao Gien, Vietnam
Excursions: Chau Doc and Cu Lao Gien
Your day begins with the lively harbor, teeming with floating markets and homes, and a visit to a fish farm. In the afternoon, you’ll tour the country’s oldest cathedral on the island of Cu Lao Gien. BB, L, D
Day
13 12/10/12
Sa Dec, Vietnam
Excursions: Sa Dec and Cai Be Your sampan cruise through Sa Dec’s narrow canals will enlighten you to locals’ daily routines, and the luxurious sampan cruise through Cai Be goes to An Ket House – a former imperial residence. BB, L, D
Day 14 12/11/12
My Tho, Vietnam - disembark ship Today you transfer to the Intercontinental Asiana Saigon Hotel.B
Day 15 12/12/12
Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), Vietnam
Excursions: Cu Chi Tunnels, rubber plantation, city tour Learn how the tunnels were used by the Viet Cong during the war, see how latex is harvested and processed, and take a city tour, where you visit with lacquer artisans. BB, L, D
Day 16 12/13/12
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam - fly home Transfer to the Ho Chi Minh City Airport for your return flight home. B
Price
per person, based on double occupancy, cruise-only
and is subject to change, availability, confirmation, and
prior sale. Cruise port charges are included. Other conditions
and restrictions apply.
Cancellation penalty charges (per person): Cancel 90 days or more prior to trip start date: $200 nonrefundable deposit is charged. Cancel 89-60 days prior to the trip start date: 35% of the fare is charged. Cancel 59 - 30 days prior to the trip start date: 50% of the fare is charged. Cancel less than 30 days prior to the trip start date or no-show: 100% of fare is charged. Fare is defined as the cost of any cruise, land, or air element purchased from Uniworld River Cruises Inc. If you cancel your air arrangements eighty-nine (89) days or less before departure, penalties as shown above will apply to the price of the air. Any change or substitution of a passenger will be deemed a cancellation of the reservation and the applicable cancellation charges will be applied. Note: All Uniworld River Cruises, Inc. policies, conditions and restrictions apply. Please consult wih your AAA travel agent for additional information. Daily itinerary is subject to change. *Transfers: Restrictions apply; valid for select Uniworld flights only.
