Vietnam, Cambodia & the Riches of the Mekong
« MS La Marguerite
- Day 1 Arrive in Hanoi, Vietnam
- Day 2 Hanoi
- Day 3 Hanoi - Ha Long Bay Overnight Junk
- Day 4 Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - Siem Reap, Cambodia
- Day 5 Siem Reap - Angkor
- Day 6 Siem Reap - Angkor
- Day 7 Siem Reap - Tonle Sap Lake / Embarkation - Kampong Chhnang
- Day 8 Kampong Chhnang - Kampong Cham
- Day 9 Kampong Cham - Phnom Penh
- Day 10 Phnom Penh
- Day 11 Phnom Penh - Border Crossing - Tan Chau, Vietnam
- Day 12 Tan Chau - Sa Dec
- Day 13 Sa Dec - Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
- Day 14 Ho Chi Minh City - Disembark
- Day 15 Depart Ho Chi Minh City
| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | ||||
| Cat C | Cat B | Cat A | Jr. Suite | Suite | ||
| 15 | Sep 13 '10 Sep 27 '10 |
$3,048 | $3,307 | $3,547 | $3,847 | $4,347 |
| 15 | Oct 11 '10 |
$3,448 | $3,707 | $3,947 | $4,247 | $4,747 |
| 15 | Oct 25 '10 More Dates
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$3,848 | $4,107 | $4,347 | $4,647 | $5,147 |
| 15 | Dec 6 '10 More Dates
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$4,048 | $4,307 | $4,547 | $4,847 | $5,347 |
| 15 | Jan 3 '11 More Dates
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$3,998 | $4,257 | $4,497 | $4,797 | $5,297 |
| 15 | Mar 28 '11 |
$3,598 | $3,857 | $4,097 | $4,397 | $4,897 |
| 15 | Apr 11 '11 |
$3,198 | $3,457 | $3,697 | $3,997 | $4,497 |
| Destinations : Asia, Vietnam, Cambodia |
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Day 1 Arrive in Hanoi, Vietnam
Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s vibrant capital city, known for its graceful colonial architecture, frenetic streets, verdant parks and ancient temples. After your airport greeting, transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to explore the city on your own, or perhaps, visit the fabled Old Quarter.
Day 2 Hanoi
A morning sightseeing tour will take you to Hanoi’s most famous historical and cultural sites: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square, One-pillar Pagoda (Buddhist temple) and The Temple of Literature (Confucius temple). In the afternoon, experience an authentic rickshaw ride (known as “cyclo”) in the Old Quarter, followed by a traditional water puppet show. (B)
Day 3 Hanoi - Ha Long Bay Overnight Junk
After breakfast, depart Hanoi for a scenic motorcoach ride to one of Vietnam’s most renowned locations: Ha Long Bay. Board a traditional wooden Junk that combines classic beauty with modern conveniences, plus luxurious overnight accommodations. Set sail to discover the Bay’s magnificent scenery set amidst stunning limestone cliffs. That evening, you’ll enjoy dinner onboard, and overnight on the Junk. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - Siem Reap, Cambodia
This morning, your Ha Long Bay Junk continues its scenic cruising while a delightful breakfast is served in the dining lounge. Late morning, disembark for a motorcoach transfer to Hanoi Airport. After a short flight, arrive in Siem Reap, Cambodia, gateway to Angkor, the former capital of the Khmer empire and one of the most renowned archeological sites in all of South East Asia. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Siem Reap - Angkor
After breakfast, begin a guided sightseeing tour of the Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights include Angkor Thom, the Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King, Bayon. This afternoon, visit the most iconic of all Angkorian temples - Angkor Wat. (B,D)
Day 6 Siem Reap - Angkor
This morning, travel through rural countryside to the pink sandstone temple of Banteay Srei. Then visit Ta Prohm, the temple famous for its intertwined trees (showcased in the film Tomb Raider). (B)
Day 7 Siem Reap - Tonle Sap Lake / Embarkation - Kampong Chhnang
Travel to Tonle Sap Lake to embark the luxurious MS La Marguerite. Enjoy your Welcome Dinner onboard as you cruise to Kampong Chhnang. The ship moors overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Kampong Chhnang - Kampong Cham
After breakfast, enjoy a motor boat excursion into the lakeside wetlands that form the mouth of the Tonle Sap River. Enjoy a stunning variety of birdlife, and observe numerous great fish traps, some over a half-mile long. Later, the ship enters the jungle as the river narrows. Temples abound along the riverbanks offer a unique opportunity to observe the rich tapestry of Cambodian rural life. Arrive in the capital city of Phnom Penh in the afternoon and enter the Upper Mekong bound for Kampong Cham. The ship makes an afternoon stop, in time for a walk through the quaint silk-weaving village of Chong Kho. Overnight, the ship moors mid-stream in Kampong Cham. (B,L,D)
Day 9 Kampong Cham - Phnom Penh
This morning, journey upriver to the hilltop pre-Angkorian temple of Wat Hanchey. Over lunch, sail back downstream to explore the Kampong Cham area. Travel by motorcoach to the 12th-century Angkorian temple of Wat Nokor, which has been “fused” with a modern Wat. Continue by motorcoach to the Eco-village of Cheung Kok. The ship departs late in the afternoon from Kampong Cham, arriving at Phnom Penh for an overnight mid-stream mooring. (B,L,D)
Day 10 Phnom Penh
Early morning, the ship cruises into spectacular Phnom Penh and docks at the passenger port terminal. A morning tour explores the highlights of Cambodia’s capital city, famous for its French colonial architecture, busy cafes, vibrant nightlife and renovated river “corniche.” Visit the Royal Palace and the spectacular Silver Pagoda. The National Museum is another highlight, with outstanding displays of Khmer crafts. After lunch onboard, another excursion leads to the infamous Killing Fields and the Khmer Rouge’s grim Tuol Sleng or S21 detention center (Genocide Museum) situated in the suburbs of the city. An overnight on the waterfront provides an opportunity to dine in one of many nearby restaurants, and experience Phnom Penh’s vibrant nightlife, should passengers so choose. (B,L,D)
Day 11 Phnom Penh - Border Crossing - Tan Chau, Vietnam
Spend the day cruising the Mekong River, stopping at the jungle village of Preak Dach to visit fruit orchards before continuing to the Cambodian/Vietnamese border. The ship moors overnight mid-stream in Tan Chau, Vietnam. (B,L,D)
Day 12 Tan Chau - Sa Dec
After breakfast, transfer via small boats to the pier, where a Trishaw awaits to transport you around Tan Chau. Visit a mat-making workshop and silk coloring workshop. Back at the pier, embark on a local boat for a channel cruise and visit to a fish farm before returning to the ship. Overnight mid-stream on the Mekong near Sa Dec. (B,L,D)
Day 13 Sa Dec - Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
After breakfast, board small local boats for the village of Sa Dec, where you will enjoy a morning stroll. Noteworthy as the town where the French writer (and our ship’s namesake) Marguerite Duras spent some of her childhood, Sa Dec is a sprawling town on the Mekong Delta. Visit the house of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, Duras’ Chinese paramour, which is now a small museum. After lunch onboard, the ship continues cruising to Cai Be. A local Junk trip in the afternoon will take you to Cai Be’s spectacular floating market; then go ashore to see the French Gothic Cathedral and visit delightful flower gardens, ancient Kiet House and local rice paper manufacturers. In the evening, cruise to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, while enjoying a gourmet Farewell Dinner onboard. (B,L,D)
Day 14 Ho Chi Minh City - Disembark
In the early morning, the ship docks at the Saigon River Frontage. As the capital of the French colony of Cochinchina, Saigon was known as “Paris of the Orient.” Today, Vietnam’s largest city is an industrial, cultural and educational hub, but still retains vestiges of its colonial past. After breakfast, disembark for a city tour that explores famous landmarks, such as the former Presidential Palace, Central Post Office and Notre Dame Cathedral; Cho Lon (China Town) and its famous Binh Tay market and Thien Hau pagoda. Overnight at a luxurious hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. (B,L)
Day 15 Depart Ho Chi Minh City
Transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. (B)
Itinerary Notes
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 121 days or more | $200 per person |
| 90-120 days | $400 per person |
| 60-89 days | 40% trip cost |
| 30-59 days | 55% trip cost |
| 29-0 days | 100% trip cost |
MS La Marguerite
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 92
- River Cruise Ship
The brand-new 92-passenger MS La Marguerite was specifically built to provide the most luxurious and intimate experience on South East Asia’s legendary Mekong River. With a design that combines colonial elegance with local artifacts and regional Mekong touches, MS La Marguerite is the perfect setting for an unforgettable river cruise.
- 46 Staterooms; Passenger Capacity: 92
- Length: 235 feet;Width: 41 feet
- 2 Indochina Suites (452 sq.ft) with a large fixed window, private balcony, shower and whirlpool tub
- 6 Sadec Jr. Suites (290 sq.ft.) with a large fixed window and balcony
- 30 Staterooms (226 sq ft) on Tonle and Saigon Deck with a large fixed window and balcony
- 8 Staterooms (226 sq ft) on the Mekong Deck with a Porthole
- Restaurant and Lounges: Mekong Restaurant, Saigon Lounge, Panoramic Lounge/Library, Sun Deck Bar
Technical Data
Built: 2009
Built in: Vietnam
Length: 235 feet
Width: 41 feet
Crew: 38
Amenities
MS La Marguerite features an array of amenities specifically designed for comfort, convenience and luxury on the great Mekong River.
DELUXE STATEROOMS: The ship’s exquisitely decorated 226 sq. ft. deluxe staterooms feature all the amenities of a fine hotel, with 2 twin size beds, a cozy sitting area, individually controlled air-conditioning, writing desk, mini-bar, safety deposit box, in-house telephone, bathroom with shower, bathrobe, slippers, hairdryer and in-house television. All staterooms and suites are outside accommodations, with more than 82% featuring balconies.
SADEC JR. SUITES: These six junior suites offer an extra spacious 290 sq. ft. accommodation. In addition to all the amenities of the deluxe staterooms, Sadec Jr. Suites feature a King-sized bed, balcony, comfortable sitting area, plus a bathroom equipped with both a shower and separate tub.
INDOCHINA SUITES: These two suites provide the ultimate in onboard luxury. At 452 sq. ft., the suites feature all the amenities of the deluxe staterooms, plus a King-sized bed, the comfortable sitting area, a bathroom with whirlpool tub and separate shower, plus an extra-spacious private balcony.
WELLNESS AREA: Located on the Sun Deck, passengers can relax in an indulgent area that includes a fitness room, spa, beauty salon and outdoor whirlpool.
Dining
MS La Marguerite’s culinary staff offers sophisticated menus comprised of wonderful soups, fresh produce, high quality meats and seafood. Start your day with a bright smile and welcome from the Purser Enjoy a lavish gourmet buffet breakfast consisting of assorted pastries, fresh fruits, yogurts, cereals, and daily regional specials. An array of traditional breakfast items is also available from the menu.
After your shore excursions, return back onboard to a delicious buffet lunch. Choose from mouthwatering soups, fresh salads, a selection of Western and Asian hot entrées, plus magnificent desserts and refreshing tropical fruits.
In the evening, be our honored guest for an elegant dinner or a traditional theme night with a feast of regional specialties. Enjoy delicious multi-course cuisine, sure to provide the perfect ending for your daily river cruise odyssey.
Throughout your cruise, enjoy free local beer, soft drinks, house brand spirits, local bottled water and filtered coffee and tea with meals.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
 | Cat C Mekong Deck, Porthole, 226 sq. ft. |
 | Cat B Tonle Deck, Balcony & Large Fixed Window, 226 sq. ft. |
 | Cat A Saigon Deck, Balcony & Large Fixed Window, 226 sq. ft. |
 | Jr. Suite Sadec Deck, Balcony & Large Fixed Window, 290 sq. ft. |
 | Suite Sadec Deck, Balcony & Large Fixed Window, 452 sq. ft. |
