Saigon - Phnom Penh with RV La Marguerite 4 Days
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Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Tour route: DSaigon ‐ Soai Rap - Sa dec - Tan Chau - Phnom ...
Transportation type: Cruise
Tour code: IET - VN 13.21

THE RV LA MARGUERITA CRUISE
INDOCHINA SAILS LUXURY CRUISE

RV La Marguerite Mekong Cruise the "histoire d'amour d'Indochine" is the cruise of passion, innocence and affection for the life-giving Mekong River, seen through the eyes of French novelist Marguerite Duras, during the French Colonial era in the early 1930s.

The Vision
Indochina Sails main purpose is beyond pragmatic pursuit of profits, but rather a dynamic activities and re-construction of cultural, colonial and unique cruise experiences of Indochina and elevation of Indochina's heritage and culture. By doing so, apply history to the life of the general public and specifically, our travelers. Indochina Sails qualified, experienced and motivated crew and staff is trained to exceed traveler's expectation.

The Responsibility
The first responsibility is to passengers and partners. Its products and services must always be of the highest quality and be the market leader. And bookings must be promptly attended too. Its trade channels buyers must make a fair profit. The second responsibility is to those who work with us, they must have a sense of security in their jobs. Wages must be fair and adequate. Management is just, hours reasonable and working condition nurturing. Managers & Supervisors are qualified and fair minded. Each crew member must be considered an individual, standing on his own dignity & merit. The third responsibility is to Management. Our executive must be person of talent, education, experience and ability. They must possess common sense and full understanding. The fourth responsibility is to the local communities and authorities. We will support environmental friendly project and local charity. We promote civic improvements, health, education, invest back into the local communities and make them part of the development of responsible Tourism.

The Concept
A holistic and creative cruise. Perfect for connoisseurs, family vacation, friendship bond building, RV La Marguerite also stimulates the mind and enriches your physical well being. Its unique concept sets it apart from the rest. This 8 days 7 nights cruise offers a distinctive way of experiencing the Mekong through the passion of Marguerite Duras. The guided tours to historic and cultural sites, local attractions, museums and galleries are developed to enrich personal experience, enriching lives passion and inspiration.

Interior Décor
The contemporary interiors incorporate colonial French details and ornaments, local artifacts and Mekong styled furniture to replicate a true colonial feel set in premier and luxurious comforts.

Emergency & Food Safety
Smoke detectors are placed in all cabins and public places. Emergency lighting and generator, fire hydrants and fire hoses, fire extinguishers and life jackets are carefully selected for your comfort and safety.

RV La Marguerite follows strict control of food handling related to the receipt, storage, processing, display, packaging & transportation are strictly adhered to for your total enjoyment and safety.

All crew members of the RV La Marguerite are trained in both emergency and non-emergency First Aid.

Day 1: Saigon ‐ Soai Rap
Level of Difficulty: 0
Summary of Excursion: Register for cruise from 10:30 to 12:00 at Sofitel Plaza Saigon Hotel. At 12:00, take motor coach transfer to Saigon Port. At 12:15, embark onto the luxurious vessel where iced mineral water and cold towels will be served. At 13:00, proceed to the Mekong Restaurant for a tasty buffet lunch. Lunch ends at 15:00. The captain will commence port formalities from 12:30 to 15:00. Thereafter, the purser will distribute your cabins keys at 15:00. At 15:15, the captain raises the anchor, sound the horns and sails leisurely towards Soai Rap, 10 kilometers from the river mouth. At 18:00, adjourn to the Saigon Lounge for briefing. At 19:30, proceed to the Mekong Restaurant and enjoy the first dinner onboard. Dinner ends at 21:00. The boat sails towards Cai Be around 1:00.

What you will see: Pockets of river villages, children playing in the river, mothers preparing for early dinners along the Mekong

Day 2: Soai Rap ‐ Sadec

Time of Excursion: 10:30 to 12:30, 16:00 to 18:00
Length of Tour: 4 hours
Level of Difficulty: 1‐2
Summary of Excursion: At 7:30, a hearty breakfast will be served as the journey continues towards Cai Be, scheduled to arrive around 10:00. At 10:30, get ready for the first excursion. Explore the hidden treasures through the canals on riverboats and partake in late morning bantering with floating markets vendors before going ashore to visit traditional candies making factory and rice paper mills. Return to boat for lunch at 12:30. Lunch from 13:00 to 15:00. At 13:00, depart for Sadec, hometown of Marguerite Duras’ lover. At 16:00, follow the guide to this quaint city. Visit the old house of Huynh Thuy Le’s now known as The Lovers Museum, local markets along the paved riverbanks, the ancient Pagoda and the Chinese deities at the Fujian Temple. Pass by the school where Marguerite's mother's taught and view the home of Marguerite from across the riverbank. The excursion ends at 18:00. At 18:30 to 19:30, cultural dancers take center stage at Saigon Lounge. At 19:30, proceed to the restaurant for themed dinner. Dinner ends at 21:00.

What you will see: Cai Be Floating market, rice paper village, coconut candies home factory, boat ride in the canals, ancient house, local market, Marguerite's home and school, Pagoda, Fujian Temple

Day 3: Tan Chau – Phnom Penh
Time of Excursion: 8:30 to 11:30
Length of Tour: 3 hours
Level of Difficulty: 1
Summary of Excursion: At 2:00, the boat arrives in Tan Chau, a remote small town on the main Mekong River. Rise and dressed for a wonderful breakfast served from 7:00 to 8:30. At 8:30, transfers to small boats, visit a floating fish farm and navigate along the tiny tribunals where slit houses are haphazardly leaning on one another. Go ashore and make a city tours on Xe Loi where stops will be made at traditional silk making factory and rattan mats and slippers making factory. At 11:30, return to the boat and prepare for lunch. At 12:00, cast off for the Vietnamese/Cambodian borders for port and immigration formalities. The border in Vietnam is Song Tien and the border in Cambodia is Ka Orm Samnor. Lunch is served from 12:30 to 14:00. At 14:00, commence border‐crossing procedures. At 17:45, start the second part of the journey into Cambodia and heads towards Phnom Penh. Dinner is served from 19:30 to 21:00. Enjoy the first night in Cambodia.

What you will see: Silk making, stilt houses on canals, floating fish farms, rattan mats and slippers making factory

Day 4: Phnom Penh
Dock midstream near Phnom Penh Port around 2:00. At 7:00, the boat will continue to sail towards Phnom Penh Port around 7:30. Breakfast will be served from 7:00 to 8:30. Disembark at Phnom Penh Port (near the Post Office) after immigration is completed. Disembarkation expected to be around 10:30.

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TOUR PRICE: This is a sample itinerary so the cost really depends on your  choice, number of people in your group and time of travel. Please contact us to customize this itinerary and price to meet your needs and budget.


Note:
  • The prices here quoted in USD, valid are for one person based on double occupancy.
  • The price includes transfer from designated meeting points to boat in Saigon and Siem Reap, accommodation, all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), guided sightseeing (including excursion & entrance fees), selected beverages (local beers, spirits, soft drinks, packaged juices), port dues.
  • Visa and air tickets are all other items not mentioned is not included in the price.


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