DESCRIPTION
Legendary Mekong - Upstream
From Saigon to Siem Reap
From October 2018 to April 2019

Aboard the RV Mekong Prestige II or RV Mekong Adventurer - 8 days / 7 nights
The Mekong is a legend, a universe where water is the engine of life. A sort of a link between China, Laos, Cambodia ans Vietnam. From Saigon to the Temples of Angkor, our Mekong cruises will gradually introduce you to this world so far away and so close at the same time.
ITINERARY
Day 1 : SAIGON - MY THO - EMBARKATION (Lunch & Dinner on board)

Meet at the Sofitel Plaza hotel in Saigon at 9 am for the transfer arrangement to My Tho, located 70 kilometers away. The transfer includes a stop at the Cholon Market and visit to a lacquer factory. Arrival in My Tho and welcome on board the RV MEKONG ADVENTURER. Lunch on board. Departure in the afternoon. Welcome Dinner on board & traditional Music Show.
Day 2 : CAI BE - SA DEC (All meals on board)

Day 3 : TAN CHAU – BORDER CROSSING (All meals on board)

Day 4 : PHNOM PENH

Day 5 : CHONG KOH - PHNOM PENH (All meals on board)

Day 6 : OUDONG – KAMPONG TRALACH (All meals on board)

Day 7 : KAMPONG CHHNANG (All meals on board)

Day 8 : TONLE - SIEM REAP (Breakfast on board)

*Important notice: it may not be possible to cross Lake Tonle if the water is low. Alternative arrangements will be made to cross the lake either by bus or speed boat to meet the pier. Passengers will be informed of details before departure.
The cruise schedule and program timing are indicative and subject to modification.
MEKONG PRESTIGE II

Length: 68 m
Width: 13 m
Draft: 1.6 m
3 Decks: Main, Upper & Sun
Cabin: 32 doubles
Crew: 30
Flag: Vietnam
Passenger’s capacity: 64
Panoramic restaurant on Upper Deck can accommodate 70 guests
Spa with 2 Massage Salons
Fitness Room
The Cabins
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Cabins are roomy and comfortable. They are all outside and spread over two Decks, Main & Upper Decks.
The 28 Staterooms (14 on each Deck) have a surface area of 20 m² (215 Sq. Ft). They are all equipped with private balcony, large windows with sliding glass doors.
Cabin amenities: twin beds that can be put together, wardrobe and storable space; lounge with sofa, coffee table and a writing desk. Ensuitebathroom with shower, Toilet and sink. Hair Dryer and Safe are also available. Air conditioning and climate control are individually adjustable.
The 2 Junior Suites are located on the Main Deck. They have the same facilities as the staterooms but with a larger private balcony, and they are endowed with a Queen Bed and a larger sofa. The bathroom has a shower and a separated Whirlpool bathtub. They have a surface area of 24 m² (258 Sq. Ft).
The 2 Terrace Suites are on the Upper Deck. They also have a larger sofa and a larger private balcony, shower and separated whirlpool bathtub. They have a surface area of 26 m² (280 Sq. Ft).
Life on board
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The Sun Deck covers the entire surface of the top Deck and is commanding a splendid view onto the River. The Sun Deck is equipped with deckchairs and a whirl pool. The indoor area has 2 Massage Salons, an indoor lounge bar and a Fitness Room.
MEKONG ADVENTURER

Length: 68 m
Width: 13 m
Draft: 1.6 m
3 Decks: Main, Upper & Sun
Cabin: 32 doubles
Crew: 30
Flag: Vietnam
Passenger’s capacity: 64
Panoramic restaurant on Upper Deck can accommodate 70 guests
Spa with 2 Massage Salons
Fitness Room
Sister-ship to the RV Mekong Prestige II, the RV Mekong Adventurer offers the same facilities onboard. The stateroom cabins on Main and Upper deck are the same in terms of equipment, size and amenities. Only the 4 Suites are different by size and location (See below full description of the cabin structure).
- Sundeck 1345 sq. ft./125 m² (32 couch seats, 15 chairs and 20 sun loungers)
- Saigon Lounge 561 sq. ft. /52 m²(64 couch seats and 5 bar stools)
- Gym Area 590 sq. ftp
- Spa Room 16 sq. ftp
- Mekong Restaurant 446 sq. ft./41.5 m² (64 seats)
- Reception Area 177 sq. ft.
- 29 Crew with a mix of Cambodian and Vietnamese nationalities
The Cabins
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The Standard Staterooms have a surface area of 20 m² (215 Sq. Ft). They are all equipped with French private balconies, with large windows and sliding glass doors.
There are 28 of them on the Mekong Prestige (14 on each Deck) whereas the Mekong Adventurer features 26 in total (12 on Main Deck and 14 on Upper Deck)
Cabin amenities: twin beds that can be put together, a wardrobe and storable space; a lounge with 2 armchairs, a coffee table and a writing desk. Ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet and sink. Hairs dryer and safe are also available. Air conditioning and climate control can be individually adjustable.
The 2 Junior Suites of the Mekong Prestige are located on the Main Deck. They have the same facilities as the staterooms but with a larger private balcony. The bathroom has a shower and a separate bathtub. The 2 Junior Suites of the Mekong Adventurer are a bit larger (27m²/333 sq. ft.) and are located on the Upper Deck. They have the same facilities as the staterooms but with a larger private balcony. The bathroom has a shower and a separate bathtub. They are equipped with twin beds or one queen bed.
The 2 Deluxe Suites (47 m²/537 sq. ft.) are located on the Main Deck. A large French balcony in the main bedroom and a private balcony in a separate living area provide plenty of space to relax. There is an ensuite bathroom off the main bedroom and separate bathroom off the living area. Deluxe Suites are outfitted with two twin beds or one queen bed as requested. There is also an option for a third person with a sofa bed in the living area.
Cabin amenities: Individual climate control - Mini-safe - Luggage storage –Wardrobe - Writing desk - Flat screen LCD television to play DVD’s - Refrigerator with bottled water replenished daily - Hair dryer
Public Guest Areas: The Sun Deck covers the entire surface of the top Deck and commands a splendid view of the River. The Sun Deck is equipped with deckchairs and a whirl pool. The indoor area has 2 Massage Salons, an indoor lounge bar and a Fitness Room
Daily Life & Onboard Entertainment
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A wide range of recreational and cultural activities are being staged on board. You will be offered, among others, the following leisure activities: Cooking Lesson, Fruit & Vegetable’s Carving, Napkin & Towel Folding, Cultural Quizzes and Screening of films related to local history and culture. Furthermore, our local guides will provide you with an overview about local ways and customs in Vietnam and Cambodia.
DATES & RATES
MEKONG PRESTIGE IISAIGON - SIEM REAPOctober 4 to 11, 2018 (Low season)October 18 to 25, 2018 (Low season) November 1 to 8, 2018 November 15 to 22, 2018 November 29 to December 6, 2018 December 13 to 20, 2018 (Low Season) December 27 to January 3, 2019 (Low Season) January 10 to 17, 2019 January 24 to 31, 2019 February 07 to 14, 2019 February 21 to 28, 2019 March 07 to 14, 2019 March 21 to 28, 2019 April 4 to 11, 2019 (Low Season) |
MEKONG ADVENTURERSAIGON - SIEM REAPOctober 23 to 30, 2018 (Low season)November 6 to 13, 2018 December 4 to 11, 2018 January 15 to 22, 2019 February 12 to 19, 2019 March 12 to 19, 2019 March 26 to April 2, 2019 |
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NET RATE PER PASSENGER IN USD - $ BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
- CABIN CATEGORY & LOCATION Low Season High Season
- Stateroom Cabin on Main Deck 1 900$ 2 300$
- Stateroom Cabin on Upper Deck 2 060$ 2 490$
- Single Occupancy on Main Deck (upon request) 3 380$ 3 980$
- Junior Suite on Upper Deck 2 500$ 2 930$
- Deluxe Suite on Main Deck 2 950$ 3 480$
Low Season: October 23, December 11, 2018; April 02, 2019
*Third occupancy in the De Luxe Suite: 50% discount
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NET RATE PER PASSENGER IN EURO - € BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
- CABIN CATEGORY - DECK Low Season High Season
- Stateroom Cabin on Main Deck 1 790€ 1 970€
- Stateroom Cabin on Upper Deck 1 950€ 2 160€
- Single Occupancy on Main Deck 3 000€ 3 460€
- Junior Suite on Upper Deck 2 500€ 2 930€
- Deluxe Suite on Main Deck 2 950€ 3 480€
Low Season: October 23, December 11, 2018; April 02, 2019
*Third occupancy in the De Luxe Suite: 50% discount
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PRICES INCLUDE
PRICES EXCLUDE
- Upstream transfers from the Sofitel Plaza hotel in Saigon to the ship in My Tho on day 1 and from the ship to Siem Reap Sokha Angkor Resort hotel on day 8
Downstream transfers from Siem Reap Sokha Angkor Resort Hotel on day 1 to the ship and from My Tho to Sofitel Plaza Hotel in Saigon on day 8.
Full board in the selected category of the R/V Mekong Prestige II
All meals from Lunch on Day 1 until Breakfast on Day 8
Drinks on board : Mineral Water, non-alcoholic beverages, local beers and local wine during meals
On board tips/gratuities
All excursions and entrance fees with English speaking guide as per included excursions in the itinerary
The services of an English-speaking Cruise Director
Port taxes
Overseas flights
Overseas flights
Beverages other than those mentioned above
Tipping/gratuities for land services
Visa arrangements
Insurance
LIFE ON BOARD
Air conditioning
Alarm
Announcements
Bar
Berverages
On Board account
Boarding Passes
Bridge policy / No go areas
Cabin
Please hang the Cabin Service sign outside your cabin when leaving so that our staff can service your cabin, and hang the Do Not Disturb sign if you desire privacy.
Change of itinerary
Check out
Coffee and Tea
Credit Cards
Please note that Amex Card, personal cheques and Traveler’s Cheques are not accepted on RV Mekong Adventurer.
Daily schedule
Diet
Dining
Disembarkation
Dress code
Drinking Water
Electricity
Emergency Procedures
Entertainment
Excursions
Passengers should collect their boarding pass when disembarking and return the cards so that we know if anyone has not returned.
Fire Safety
First Aid
Fitness Area
Food Safety and Hygiene
Footwear
Gangways
Gift Shop
Guides
Insect Precautions
Internet
Insurance
Jewelry
Leaving the ship
Please collect your boarding pass when disembarking and return it so that we know if anyone has not returned.
Library
Loud speaker system
Massage
Meals
Medical
Mobile Phones
Payment of Onboard Account
Printing
Questionnaire
Safety
Security
Smoking
Telephone
24-hour reception deck telephone is 100. Please ring any time for assistance.
Toiletries
Towels
Visitors
Water
The ship is equipped with a solar central hot water system. You may have to run the water for two minutes before it gets hot.