Pearl Of The Orient - Jayavmarman Cruise - 4 Days - Up Stream

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be
Day 2: Cai Be - Chau Doc
Day 3: Chau Doc - border crossing
Day 4: Phnom Penh

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) - Cai Be - "The Sea of Mangroves"
After our breakfast at the hotel, we check out and transfer to the meeting place of the Heritage Line Cruise. From here, we will be met and transferred to the Port. Bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) while settling into our cabin. The ship will begin by meandering along busy ports and waterways. Soon after, the change is abrupt and we'll find ourself 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.

Day 2: Cai Be - Chau Doc - "Vietnamese inventiveness"
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 be observed the activity of the biggest rice stock market in Cai Be. Further stops will allow us 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 us 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 descendants of the former imperial residents. Board The Jayavarman for a relaxing evening cruise towards Chau Doc. Moor midstream overnight.

Day 3: Chau Doc - border crossing - "Taste of aqua cultural life"
Welcome to the circus of fish. The early birds will be treated to Tai Chi lessons on the Sun Deck. Brace ourself for a boat excursion to the exciting floating villages and catfish farms witnessing masses of bassa fish being fed, hand in hand with a shore excursion to the village of the local Muslim Cham community.

Take a ride through this fascinating town of rich French colonial architecture and see its bustling market flooded with tropical fruits in full display by women in cone shaped palm leaf hats. Observe beautiful textiles being woven on old wooden looms; a tradition that has been passed from generation to generation.
By mid-afternoon, The Jayavarman casts off for the border towards Phnom Penh.

Day 4: Phnom Penh - "Pearl of the East"
Off we go early in the morning to witness a truly indescribable scene while approaching Phnom Penh's river promenade. After breakfast, it is time to disembark the cruise and transfer to the hotel at 10:00AM.

Trip Price Included
Accommodation based on twin share on cruise
Full board meals,
All excursions,
Entrance fees & permits
Transportation

Trip Price Excluded
The Phnom Penh Port Tax of 65 USD per person