Step into a bygone era of charming and nostalgic sophistication enhanced by luxurious modern amenities. RV Mekong Navigator offers an outstanding selection of 34 spacious and indulgent suites with meticulous attention to every modern detail and comfort.
RV Mekong Navigator Cruise 5 Days Upstream
Overview
Highlights
- “Mekong Delta” themed dinner introduce the innovation of Vietnamese and Cambodian cuisine
- Luxurious lounge, bar and wonderful La Vie spa are available
- Exciting cultural activities giving an authentic river cruise on the backwater
What’s Included
- 3 nights onboard the luxurious Mekong Navigator
- Full board including themed dinners, welcome and farewell reception
- Complimentary house wine for lunch and dinner.
- Complimentary local coffee and fine tea selection, soft-drinks, local beer and local spirits
- Complimentary water bottle for excursions
- Complimentary wifi in-room and public areas
- Lotus Cruises exclusive’s series of cultural performances, educational talks, food demonstration classes
- English speaking crew and English expert local guides
- All entrance fees, transportation as mentioned in the shore excursion program
- Deluxe Sampans with cold towel service, fresh fruit and tea/coffee service (where applicable)
- Individual VOX listening devices throughout cruise shore excursion program
- Shoe cleaning after excursion
- Welcome drink and cold towel service following excursions
- Transfers from Siem Reap to Kampong Cham and from My Tho to Ho Chi Minh City (Coach transfers)
- Suggested gratuities $55 per passenger for crew onboard
- Port Charge $45 per passenger
- Tip $10 per passenger for guides, drivers, sampan operators
- Airfare to/from destination
- Premium wine and spirits
- Transfer outside included transportation as provided in the shore excursion program
- Spa treatments, on-board laundry and gift shop items
Policy
- 180 days or more: 10% of the cruise price.
- Between 179 and 61 days prior to departure: 30% of the cruise price.
- Between 60 and 31 days prior to departure: 60% of the cruise price.
- 30 days or less: 100% of the cruise price
Children Policy
- Maximum one child between 5 and 11.99 years old per cabin sharing bed with parents, 30% of double occupancy fare rate (sharing) if staying in a cabin with two adults; and 75% of double occupancy fare rate (sharing) if staying in a cabin with one adult.
- Above 12 years old adult rate applied.
- Please contact Lotus Cruises for special permission of infants below 5 years old onboard.
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Itinerary
Step into a bygone era of charming and nostalgic sophistication enhanced by luxurious modern amenities. RV Mekong Navigator offers an outstanding selection of 34 spacious and indulgent suites with meticulous attention to every modern detail and comfort.
Tour Plan
Afternoon
Welcome passengers to the RV Mekong Navigator in the afternoon. Our crews and guide meet you at the port and help you check in your room. Afterward, enjoy the majestic views of the journey from Ho Chi Minh city to My Tho port.
Evening
A welcome dinner including safety briefing, and introduction to key crew members. We savor the flavors of a delightful Vietnamese 'Mekong Delta' Welcome Dinner served in Le Marche Dining Room together.
Stay overnight onboard during navigation.
Morning
After breakfast, we transferred to Cai Be and set an anchor near the shore for the land tour.
Embark to a local boat to visit Cai Be for the picturesque canals of the Mekong Delta, treating yourself to breathtaking views and beautiful scenes.
Then visit a cottage factory to learn more about rice paper, rice wine, and popped rice production from local artists.
The final point in the morning is Cau Xeo through the beauty of rice barges, rice husking mills, water palm thatching cottages and temples.
Back to the cruise, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch while navigating to Sa Dec.
Afternoon
A sampan will take you to witness rustic scenery through the narrow canal of the Mekong River and explore the daily life of locals in historical Sa Dec Town.
Take a visit to Huynh Thuy Le’s ancient house, the inspiration for Marguerite Duras’ novel, L’Amant (The Lover). Famous for its unique structure with French design outside and Chinese inside.
Then we stroll around the Sa Dec Market, exploring the most vibrant market of the town. Feel the lively atmosphere with sights, sounds, and enticing smells surrounded as well as colorful products like meats, fresh fish, seafood, etc.
Overnight on board during the navigation.
Morning
In the morning, embark on a sampan and visit An Hung village, a unique evergreen farming village, situated in the picturesque landscapes of the Mekong Delta.
We stroll through the village, share with the locals, savor freshly harvested coconuts, experience honey tea and fruit with a hospitable local family.
Enjoy the traditional 'Don Ca Tai Tu' folk music, and witness an impressive performance of VOVINAM Vietnam Martial Arts by the village teenagers.
After visiting, we turn back to the cruise for a healthy lunch.
Afternoon
We will sail to the local island village of Long Khanh A of Hong Ngu District near the Cambodia Border. The village is popular for creating Khmer scarves exported worldwide.
In Long Khanh A village, you'll get the chance to learn about the intricate weaving process as well as witness embroidery arts around local homes.
Prior to boarding the sampans again, we will explore the lush island and visit a local War Veteran for a valuable sharing conversation.
Evening
Dinner and stay overnight onboard. The cruise sets anchor during the night.
Morning
This morning, we relaxed on a leisurely upstream cruise, immersing ourselves along the scenic Mekong River sailing to Phnom Penh in the late afternoon.
On board, we offer cultural activities to enrich your experience along the trip. You will demonstrate Tropical Fruits and Fruit Tasting from the Mekong Delta.
Evening
In the evening, before dinner, there is a cocktail and sabering time hosted by our Captain. Stay overnight onboard.
Morning
After the last breakfast, we arrived at Phnom Penh and said goodbye to the lovely crew. The journey on the RV Mekong Navigator Cruise ends.