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The Mekong Delta is the bottom half of Vietnam's two rice baskets, the other being the Red River Delta in the North . This vast delta is formed by the deposition of the multiple tentacles and tributaries of the mighty Mekong River which has its origin in the Tibetan highland plateau 2,800 miles away.

From its source, the river makes its way through China, Myanmar (Burma), Laos, Cambodia and South Vietnam before flowing out into the South China Sea. The Mekong's Vietnamese name, Cuu Long, means Nine Dragons for the nine mouths that terminate the flow of this great river as it is absorbed by the sea.

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The RV Indochine, Mekong Delta Cruise

The brand new RV Indochine sails between the bustling Vietnamese city of Saigon, to the gorgeous temples at Angkor. Enhanced with native teak wood throughout, the ship was built in the traditional colonial style ensuring both elegance and comfort.
Detailed tour itinerary

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City Embarkation (L, D)

After Breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and meet your guide. This morning you will commence a tour of Ho Chi Minh which will include the major sights such as the Post Office, the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Presidential Palace. Lunch is included in a local restaurant. This afternoon transfer to the RV Indochine which will be docked near the city centre. The afternoon is free for you to explore this bustling city. Be sure to make it back in the early evening where you will enjoy a welcome cocktail and information meeting as you are introduced to your Captain, Cruise Manager and Crew.
Overnight - On Board

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City (B, L, D)

Today you will get to explore a little further afield with an excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Cu Chi is about 40 km northwest of Ho Chi Minh City in southern Vietnam. The Cu Chi Tunnels are an elaborate underground community made up of 250 km of tunnels and chambers below the city. The tunnels were dug with simple tools and bare hands during the French occupation in the 1940s, and further expanded during the Vietnam War in the 1960s to provide refuge and a defensive advantage over the American soldiers. Despite all the bombings in their town, the Cu Chi people were able to continue their lives beneath the soil, where they slept, ate, planned attacks, healed their sick, and taught their young. Some even wed and gave birth underground, but over 10,000 lost their lives here. In the afternoon to the city and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon enjoy a rickshaw ride to the main Chinese Market where you will have free time to explore before enjoying a buffet dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight - On Board

The RV Indochine
The RV Indochine

Day 3: My Tho – Cai Be – Vinh Long (B, L, D)

Wake for breakfast while crossing canal of Cho Gao to My Tho where you will commence a sightseeing trip of the Mekong Delta. Highlights include crossing the river on local boats, a visit by bus to the Vinh Trang pagoda followed by a panoramic tour of the city along the way. Afterwards, return to the pier and visit Thoi Son island in local boats. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch as you sail on to Cai Be. On arrival in Cai Be you will tour the floating market in local boats. Then continue to Vinh Long for a tour before returning to the ship.
Overnight - On Board

Day 4: Sa Dec – Chau Coc (B, L, D)

After breakfast, enjoy a panoramic tour of Sa Dec by coach including a visit to a Bonsai Seedbed on the way back to the ship. In the afternoon, arrive at Chau Doc, where your sightseeing will begin with a visit to the village of the local minority Cham community in local boats. Following this, you will travel by bus to the Nui Sam Hill to enjoy panoramic views of the river and the nearby Cambodian border. Before returning to the boate you will visit of the Chua Xu Temple and the Tay An Pagoda. The evening is free to explore the nearby market or enjoy a cocktail at the lovely, colonial style Victoria hotel, located dockside.
Overnight - On Board

Day 5: Koh Dec Chai (border crossing) (B, L, D)

This morning, you cross the border to Cambodia. In the early afternoon you arrive at Koh Dek Chau with time to visit this tiny island and mingle with the locals. Then, embark and enjoy the magnificent views as you continue sailing until nightfall.
Overnight - On Board

Day 6: Kampong Chan – Prek Ta Kung – Phnom Penh (B, L, D)

After breakfast, we will arrive at Kampong Cham. Kampong Cham is the third largest city in Cambodia, but has yet to be heavily touristed like Phnom Penh or Siem Reap. It carries with it plenty of colonial French charm, and has a genuine "wild west" feel to it. You will be taken on a Tour of the city before lunch on board the boat where we will continue sailing to Prek Ta Kung arriving in the afternoon. Enjoy dinner on board before arriving in Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital city. Your ship will dock close to all the activities of Phnom Penh where you have the evening free to explore. Visit such sights as the Central Market, or perhaps enjoy a drink at one of the many bars along the river.
Overnight - On Board

Day 7: Phnom Penh (B, L, D)

After breakfast, tour the capital of Cambodia which has retained its French colonial charm. Your morning sightseeing will include the Royal Palace, the National Museum and Wat Phnom. After lunch in a local restaurant, continue your sightseeing with an excursion to the infamous “Killings Fields”, the former detention, torture and execution center during the Cambodian civil war which lasted between between 1975 and 1979. Return to the ship for dinner. Tonight, enjoy a special live on board performance featuring a local folklore group and Cambodia’s traditional “APSARA” dances. The remainder of the evening is free.
Overnight - On Board

Day 8: Phnom Penh – Kampong Tralach (B, L, D)

The morning is free to enjoy the city. After lunch you will set sail along the Tonle River for Kampong Tralach where you will have a short tour the Pagoda Wat Kampong before continuing sailing to Kampong Chhnang.
Overnight - On Board

Day 9: Kampong Chnnang - Kampong Luong / Chonk Tru (B, L, D)

At Kampong Chhnang the river narrows and one can view the rich tapestry of rural life including its busy port and bustling markets. Disembark for an exploration on foot. Return to the ship for lunch and continue sailing either to Kampong Luong (High water) or Chnok Tru (Low water), where you will enjoy a tour. The Captain's Farewell Dinner will be had this evening.
Overnight - On Board

Day 10: Siem Reap

This morning, bid your crew goodbye as you disembark and are transferred to your hotel.


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