The Lost Civilization

Upstream Program - Saigon-Siem Reap

Day 1: Saigon - My Tho
"The Sea of Mangroves"
Bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of Saigon, transfer to My Tho for embarkation. My Tho is 70km South of Saigon and located on the upper Mekong river in Vietnam. Enjoy a cocktail reception at the Funnel Bar and Lounge followed by a Welcome Dinner. Drop anchor just outside of My Tho for the night. (-, -, D)

Day 2: Cai Be - Chau Doc
"Vietnamese inventiveness"
Today's tour starts with the visit of Cai Be's colorful floating market on board a traditional sampan, the "Cai Be Princess". During a lovely sampan cruise, discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong Delta rural life. These evergreen islands among the Mekong River still remain unknown to many people. Further stops will allow you to see how rice paste, rice cookies and coconut candies, are made, along with the Longan fruit drying process. After touring the canals, head to the Ba Duc ancient house for a cup of tea.
Lunch will await you at Le Longanier, a superb Indochinese villa located in a lush tropical garden by the river, surrounded by fruit orchards. Board The Jayavarman for a relaxing evening cruise towards Chau Doc. Moor midstream overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Chau Doc - border crossing
"Taste of aqua cultural life"
Welcome to the circus of fish. Brace yourself for a short excursion around the town. After that you will have a short walk to visit the local market then the Temple nearby. Return to the quay, enjoy a boat excursion to the exciting floating villages and catfish farms witnessing masses of basa fish being fed, hand in hand with a shore excursion to the village of the local Muslim Cham community. By mid-afternoon, The Jayavarman casts off for the border towards Phnom Penh. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Phnom Penh
"Pearl of the East"
Depart early in the morning to witness a truly indescribable scene while approaching Phnom Penh's river promenade. After breakfast, embark on a city tour in this dynamic, historical capital of Cambodia which has retained its French colonial charm. Sightseeing in the morning will include the dazzling white and gold architecture of the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, outstanding displays of Khmer crafts at the National Museum. After lunch in a local restaurant, examine the painful, heart wrenching reminders of Cambodia's ugly past under the Khmer Rouge regime with an excursion to the Genocide museum to learn more about the Cambodian civil war.
Thereafter, to ease the nerves a variety of cocktails will be at your disposal, followed by Cambodia's traditional Apsara dance performance. Experience the brilliance and richness of the culture, the soothing sounds of traditional music, the calming scent of incense sticks and a delicious Khmer food buffet. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Phnom Penh - Kampong Cham
"Monks and hilltops"
Depart before the break of dawn from Phnom Penh with a stop at the little known Chong Koh silk weaving village for a leisure walk. We cruise past the Mekong's tranquil villages and mind blowing river life with scores of fishermen on duty.
Visit the rural Angkor Ban with a beautiful pagoda and old houses. Travelers can visit the village and take part in activities to experience village life. Then back to the ship to cruise towards Kampong Cham. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Kampong Cham - Wat Hanchey
"Cambodia's province and the wetlands"
Wake up in the wee hours of the morning, truly energized to embark on a journey upriver to the pre-Angkorian temple of Wat Hanchey. Located at the top of a hill overlooking the river, it offers some of the best views in Cambodia. Dating from the 8th century, these ancient structures do justice to the architecture of the Chenla Empire which predated the glories of the mighty Angkor. Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding well organized rice paddy plains, as well as a travelers blessing performed by the local monks. Cast off and cruise towards Kampong Cham to visit Wat Nokor, a wat built within the ruins of an ancient temple that holds a timeless story. On the way back to the ship will be a visit to one of the many Orphanages in Kampong Cham. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Kampong Cham - Kampong Chhnang - Tonle Sap
"Waterworld"
Before the sun rises, The Jayavarman sets sail to Kampong Chhnang via Prek K'dam along the meandering Tonle Sap River, which narrows through leafy swaths of the South East Asian jungle. Enjoy lunch on The Jayavarman to eat lunch while cruising towards Kampong Chhnang.
After lunch, take a motorboat excursion from Kampong Chhnang to see the wetlands, floating houses and fish farms in the region. Further down the river we take part in an ox cart rally before being introduced to the Heritage Line pro bono "literacy project".
(www.cambodialiteracyproject.com)
This is the day to truly experience rural Khmer life. In the evening, a mouth watering Farewell Dinner will be served. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Tonle Sap - Siem Reap
"Angkor Awaits"
This great lake dominates Cambodia and is over 150 km in length. The birdlife is profuse and from the middle of the lake one cannot even see the shores. Witness stillness and tranquility on the way to Siem Reap.
The water level varies a great deal according to the time of the year and the amount of rainfall recorded. Thus, changes may occur for the different seasons.

High Water Program (approx. between October and middle of December) - Cross the Tonle Sap Lake at dawn and 9:00 disembark at Siem Reap Port for onward coach transfer to the hotel by 10:00 am. (B, -, -)

Low Water Program (approx. between middle of December and September) - Cruise early morning to Prek K'dam where you will disembark The Jayavarman after breakfast. Board a coach at 8:30 am which will take you to FCC Angkor drop off point. A packed lunch and refreshments will be available along the way with a short break at the spider town of Skon. Arrive in Siem Reap early afternoon. (B, L, D)

*** For Downstream Program - Siem Reap-Saigon: Reverse the program.

Rates for 2013 - 2014 in USD $ for per cabin:

2013 Low Season (Jun-04 Oct) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 3,753 / Deluxe = 4,330 / Signature = 4,652

2013 Low Season (Jun-04 Oct) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 2,815 / Deluxe = 3,248 / Signature = 3,489

2013 Summer Season (05-18 Oct) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 4,504 / Deluxe = 5,196 / Signature = 5,582

2013 Summer Season (05-18 Oct) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 3,378 / Deluxe = 3,897 / Signature = 4,187

2013 High Season (19 Oct-Dec) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 5,030 / Deluxe = 6,495 / Signature = 6,977

2013 High Season (19 Oct-Dec) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 4,223 / Deluxe = 4,871 / Signature = 5,233

2014 High Season (Jan-Mar) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 5,743 / Deluxe = 6,820 / Signature = 7,326

2014 High Season (Jan-Mar) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 4,307 / Deluxe = 5,115 / Signature = 5,494

2014 Summer Season Season (Apr) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 4,594 / Deluxe = 5,456 / Signature = 5,861

2014 Summer Season (Jan-Mar) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 3,446 / Deluxe = 4,092 / Signature = 4,390

Rates include: accommodation, full board, all excursions, entrance fee and transportation. Drinking water all day and coffee/tea for breakfast are included

Rates exclude: the Phnom Penh Port Tax of 65 USD per person and drinks. 

Serenity Cruise

SERENITY CRUISE
Phnom Penh - Siem Reap (5 Days/4 Nights upstream)

Day 1: Phnom Penh
"Pearl of the East"
Depart early in the morning to witness a truly indescribable scene while approaching Phnom Penh's river promenade. Embark the ship at 7:30 am then go on a city tour in this dynamic, historical capital of Cambodia which has retained its French colonial charm. Sightseeing in the morning will include the dazzling white and gold architecture of the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, outstanding displays of Khmer crafts at the National Museum. After lunch in a local restaurant, examine the painful, heart wrenching reminders of Cambodia's ugly past under the Khmer Rouge regime with an excursion to the Genocide museum to learn more about the Cambodian civil war.
Thereafter, to ease the nerves a variety of cocktails will be at your disposal, followed by Cambodia's traditional Apsara dance performance. Experience the brilliance and richness of the culture, the soothing sounds of traditional music, the calming scent of incense sticks and a delicious Khmer food buffet. (-, L, D)

Day 2: Phnom Penh - Kampong Cham
"Monks and hilltops"
Depart before the break of dawn from Phnom Penh with a stop at the little known Chong Koh silk weaving village for a leisure walk. We cruise past the Mekong's tranquil villages and mind blowing river life with scores of fishermen on duty.
Visit the rural Angkor Ban with a beautiful pagoda and old houses. Travelers can visit the village and take part in activities to experience village life. Then back to the ship to cruise towards Kampong Cham. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Kampong Cham - Wat Hanchey
"Cambodia's province and the wetlands"
Wake up in the wee hours of the morning, truly energized to embark on a journey upriver to the pre-Angkorian temple of Wat Hanchey. Located at the top of a hill overlooking the river, it offers some of the best views in Cambodia. Dating from the 8th century, these ancient structures do justice to the architecture of the Chenla Empire which predated the glories of the mighty Angkor. Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding well organized rice paddy plains, as well as a travelers blessing performed by the local monks.
Cast off and cruise towards Kampong Cham to visit Wat Nokor, a wat built within the ruins of an ancient temple that holds a timeless story. On the way back to the ship will be a visit to one of the many Orphanages in Kampong Cham. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Kampong Cham - Kampong Chhnang - Tonle Sap
"Waterworld"
Before the sun rises, The Jayavarman sets sail to Kampong Chhnang via Prek K'dam along the meandering Tonle Sap River, which narrows through leafy swaths of the South East Asian jungle. Enjoy lunch on The Jayavarman to eat lunch while cruising towards Kampong Chhnang.
After lunch, take a motorboat excursion from Kampong Chhnang to see the wetlands, floating houses and fish farms in the region. Further down the river we take part in an ox cart rally before being introduced to the Heritage Line pro bono "literacy project". (www.cambodialiteracyproject.com)
This is the day to truly experience rural Khmer life. In the evening, a mouth watering Farewell Dinner will be served on the Sun Deck. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Tonle Sap - Siem Reap
"Angkor Awaits"
This great lake dominates Cambodia and is over 150 km in length. The birdlife is profuse and from the middle of the lake one cannot even see the shores. Witness stillness and tranquility on the way to Siem Reap.
The water level varies a great deal according to the time of the year and the amount of rainfall recorded. Thus, changes may occur for the different seasons.

High Water Program (approx. between July and December) - Cross the Tonle Sap Lake at dawn and 9:00 disembark at Siem Reap Port for onward coach transfer to the hotel by 10:00 am. (B, -, -)

Low Water Program (approx. between December and June) - Cruise early morning to Prek K'dam where you will disembark The Jayavarman after breakfast. Board a coach at 8:30 am which will take you to FCC Angkor drop off point. A packed lunch and refreshments will be available along the way with a short break at the spider town of Skon. Arrive in Siem Reap early afternoon. (B, L, -)

*** For Downstream Program - Phnom Penh-Siem Reap: Reverse the program.

Rates for 2013 - 2014 in USD $ for per cabin:

2013 Low Season (Jun-04 Oct) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 2,295 / Deluxe = 2,649 / Signature = 2,845

2013 Low Season (Jun-04 Oct) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 1,721 / Deluxe = 1,987 / Signature = 2,134

2013 Summer Season (05-18 Oct) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 2,754 / Deluxe = 3,179 / Signature = 3,414

2013 Summer Season (05-18 Oct) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 2,066 / Deluxe = 2,384 / Signature = 2,561

2013 High Season (19 Oct-Dec) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 3,443 / Deluxe = 3,973 / Signature = 4,267

2013 High Season (19 Oct-Dec) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 2,582 / Deluxe = 2,980 / Signature = 3,200

2014 High Season (Jan-Mar) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 3,522 / Deluxe = 4,172 / Signature = 4,480

2014 High Season (Jan-Mar) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 2,634 / Deluxe = 3,129 / Signature = 3,300

2014 Summer Season Season (Apr) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 2,869 / Deluxe = 3,338 / Signature = 3,585

2014 Summer Season (Jan-Mar) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 2,107 / Deluxe = 2,503 / Signature = 2,689

Rates include: accommodation, full board, all excursions, entrance fee and transportation. Drinking water all day and coffee/tea for breakfast are included

Rates exclude: the Phnom Penh Port Tax of 65 USD per person and drinks. 

Notes

Pearl of the Orient

PEARL OF THE ORIENT
Saigon - Phnom Penh (4 Days/3 Nights upstream)

Day 1: Saigon - My Tho
"The Sea of Mangroves"
Bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of Saigon you will go to My Tho for embarkation. My Tho is 70km South of Saigon and located on the upper Mekong river in Vietnam. Enjoy a cocktail reception at the Funnel Bar and Lounge followed by a Welcome Dinner. Drop anchor just outside of My Tho for the night. (D)

Day 2: Cai Be - Chau Doc
"Vietnamese inventiveness"
Today's tour starts with the visit of Cai Be's colorful floating market on board a traditional sampan, the "Cai Be Princess". During a lovely sampan cruise, discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong Delta rural life. These evergreen islands among the Mekong River still remain unknown to many people. Further stops will allow you to see how rice paste, rice cookies and coconut candies, are made, along with the Longan fruit drying process. After touring the canals, head to the Ba Duc ancient house for a cup of tea.
Lunch will await you at Le Longanier, a superb Indochinese villa located in a lush tropical garden by the river, surrounded by fruit orchards. Board The Jayavarman for a relaxing evening cruise towards Chau Doc. Moor midstream overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Chau Doc- border crossing
"Taste of aqua cultural life"
Welcome to the circus of fish. Brace yourself for a short excursion around the town. After that you will have a short walk to visit the local market then the Temple nearby. Go back to the quay, you will start a boat excursion to the exciting floating villages and catfish farms witnessing masses of basa fish being fed, hand in hand with a shore excursion to the village of the local Muslim Cham community.
By mid-afternoon, The Jayavarman casts off for the border towards Phnom Penh. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Phnom Penh
"Pearl of the East"
Off we go early in the morning to witness a truly indescribable scene while approaching Phnom Penh's river promenade. Sadly, after breakfast, it is time to disembark the cruise at 10:00AM. (B)

*** For Downstream Program - Saigon-Phnom Penh: Reverse the program.

Rates for 2013 - 2014 in USD $ for per cabin:

2013 Low Season (Jun-04 Oct) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 1,722 / Deluxe = 1,987 / Signature = 2,134

2013 Low Season (Jun-04 Oct) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 1,292 / Deluxe = 1,490 / Signature = 1,601

2013 Summer Season (05-18 Oct) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 2,066 / Deluxe = 2,384 / Signature = 2,566

2013 Summer Season (05-18 Oct) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 1,550 / Deluxe = 1,788 / Signature = 1,920

2013 High Season (19 Oct-Dec) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 2,583 / Deluxe = 2,980 / Signature = 3,200

2013 High Season (19 Oct-Dec) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 1,937 / Deluxe = 2,235 / Signature = 2,400

2014 High Season (Jan-Mar) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 2,635 / Deluxe = 3,129 / Signature = 3,360

2014 High Season (Jan-Mar) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 1,976 / Deluxe = 2,347 / Signature = 2,520

2014 Summer Season Season (Apr) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 2,107 / Deluxe = 2,503 / Signature = 2,088

2014 Summer Season (Jan-Mar) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 1,580 / Deluxe = 1,877 / Signature = 2,016

Rates include: accommodation, full board, all excursions, entrance fee and transportation.Drinking water all day and coffee/tea for breakfast are included

Rates exclude: the Phnom Penh Port Tax of 65 USD per person and drinks.

Deep in the Delta

DEEP IN THE DELTA
Saigon - Chau Doc (3 Days/2 Nights upstream)

Day 1: Saigon - My Tho
"The Sea of Mangroves"
Bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of Saigon you will go to My Tho for embarkation. My Tho is 70km South of Saigon and located on the upper Mekong river in Vietnam. Enjoy a cocktail reception at the Funnel Bar and Lounge followed by a Welcome Dinner on the Sun Deck. Drop anchor just outside of My Tho for the night. (D)

Day 2: Cai Be - Chau Doc
"Vietnamese inventiveness"
Today's tour starts with the visit of Cai Be's colorful floating market on board a traditional sampan, the "Cai Be Princess". During a lovely sampan cruise, discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong Delta rural life. These evergreen islands among the Mekong River still remain unknown to many people. Further stops will allow you to see how rice paste, rice cookies and coconut candies, are made, along with the Longan fruit drying process. After touring the canals, head to the Ba Duc ancient house for a cup of tea.
Lunch will await you at Le Longanier, a superb Indochinese villa located in a lush tropical garden by the river, surrounded by fruit orchards. Board The Jayavarman for a relaxing evening cruise towards Chau Doc. Moor midstream overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Chau Doc- border crossing
"Taste of aqua cultural life"
Wake up and sip your latte on the sun deck as we arrive in Chau Doc. This marks the end of your journey with The Jayavarman, however it is only the beginning of your journey with Indochina. Disembark and transfer to hotel at 10:00 am. (B)

*** For Downstream Program - Saigon-Chau Doc: Reverse the program.

Rates for 2013 - 2014 in USD $ for per cabin: 

2013 Low Season (Jun-04 Oct) - Double Occupancy: Superior = 1,072 / Deluxe = 1,237 / Signature = 1,329

2013 Low Season (Jun-04 Oct) - Single Occupancy: Superior = 804 / Deluxe = 928 / Signature = 997

Rates include: accommodation, full board, all excursions, entrance fee and transportation. Drinking water all day and coffee/tea for breakfast are included

Rates exclude: drinks

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