Classic Mekong
Classic Mekong
Classic Mekong
18 Days Starting and ending in UK
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1615
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 28
Age range:
12-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a glorious adventure, starting amongst the magnificence of the temples of Angkor before boarding the wonderfully intimate Victoria Mekong ship for a four-night cruise down the Mekong river. With shore excursions designed to give you an authentic glimpse of local life, cross into Vietnam to discover its many treasures. Explore vibrant Saigon, charming Hoi An and historic Hanoi, and sail the waters of Halong Bay.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2 Fly To Siem Reap
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly overnight to Siem Reap and transfer to your hotel. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture. This evening, join your group for dinner and a welcome briefing with your National Escort.
Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2 Fly To Siem Reap
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly overnight to Siem Reap and transfer to your hotel. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture. This evening, join your group for dinner and a welcome briefing with your National Escort.
Day 3 Temples Of Angkor
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey into the Old City of Angkor Thom. At its heart is the enigmatic Bayon, an iconic temple of innumerable sculptural decorations. Admire the Elephant Terrace and Terrace of the Leper King before continuing to the atmospheric Ta Prohm. Spend the afternoon soaking up the magnificent treasures of Angkor Wat. This evening, return to Angkor Thom to take a boat ride on its moat at sunset.
Day 4 Tonle Sap Lake
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel to the shores of Tonle Sap. Visit the floating village of Kampong Phluk (Oct to Feb) or Chong Kneas (Mar to Sep). Stop at a local village for a glimpse of rural life before visiting the home of a Khmer family.
Day 6 Phnom Penh
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel to Cambodia's charming capital, Phnom Penh. Board a cyclo and head into the heart of the city to see the magnificent Royal Palace - official residence of the King - along with the Silver Pagoda in its grounds. Check into your hotel.
Day 6 Phnom Penh
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel to Cambodia's charming capital, Phnom Penh. Board a cyclo and head into the heart of the city to see the magnificent Royal Palace - official residence of the King - along with the Silver Pagoda in its grounds. Check into your hotel.
Day 7 Into Vietnam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The ship departs this morning, with plenty of onboard activities available. Alternatively, spend the morning relaxing in the pool. Sail into Vietnam around lunchtime, anchoring near Tan Chau. Tender ashore to visit a Taoist temple and see the intriguing stilt houses. Return to the ship in time for an exciting lion dance performance on the Sky Deck as the sun sets.
Day 8 Phu Tan & Tiger Island
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, tender ashore in Phu Tan to visit a craft village famed for its handmade clay stoves. After lunch, anchor at Tiger Island and head ashore to explore, learning about local industries such as ceramics and incense making. Return to the ship for dinner and the evening's entertainment.
Day 9 Long Xuyen & Dinh Yen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive in Long Xuyen and hop on a tender to visit the bustling floating market. Stop in town to visit a museum with exhibits on ancient cultures of the region before returning to the Victoria Mekong. Enjoy lunch as the ship continues downstream to Dinh Yen, where you'll see the villagers weaving colourful straw mats and meet a family who specialise in making sheets of beancurd. This evening, the ship continues to Can Tho.
Day 10 Disembark & Drive To Saigon
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer from Can Tho to Saigon, stopping en route for a delicious local lunch. This evening, your Vietnamese National Escort will whisk you away to enjoy 'dining in the dark' at NOIR, a social enterprise restaurant employing blind waiters. Immersed in total darkness, with your senses heightened, tastes and textures are amplified to create a truly mindful dining experience.
Day 11 Saigon City Tour & Cu Chi Tunnels
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Confront the reality of guerrilla warfare at the astonishing Cu Chi Tunnels, used by the Viet Cong during the war. Return to Saigon to explore the iconic sights, such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, Reunification Palace and Central Post Office.
Day 12 Journey To Hoi An
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly to Danang Airport and transfer to Hoi An. Head out an a walking tour, with visits including Chua Ong Pagoda, a historic merchant house and the spectacular Japanese Covered Bridge. With its charming yellow buildings, shimmering river, and vivid silk lanterns, a stroll through this traditional town feels like stepping back in time.
Day 13 Tra Que Village
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Head out into Hoi An's peaceful countryside to visit an organic farming community. Here you can enjoy the lush green landscapes and stroll through the gardens to see the farmers at work. You'll even have an opportunity to try the techniques for yourself!
The afternoon is at leisure to head to the beach or explore the Old Town's charming shops and boutiques.
Day 14 Historic Hanoi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, transfer to Danang and fly 1 hour and 20 minutes to the charming city of Hanoi. This afternoon, visit the serene Temple of Literature, Hanoi's first university, before taking a cyclo tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter. Each cyclo (rickshaw) takes one passenger and is operated by a cycle driver behind the carriage. Wrap up your ride with an opportunity to taste some 'egg coffee' – a local speciality!
Day 15 Explore Hanoi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Discover the rest of Hanoi's sights today, with the Ho Chi Minh Quarter and Mausoleum, Humble House on Stilts, One Pillar Pagoda and Ethnology Museum. Tonight, attend one of Hanoi's famous theatre performances.
Day 18 Depart Hanoi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
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4* accommodation
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all meals
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entrance fees, guides and daily tours
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visa fees for UK passport holders
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tipping while on holiday is common in most parts of the world and Southeast Asia is no exception.
However, it is not always clear who it is appropriate to tip and how much.
Furthermore, travellers may not have the right amounts of cash available at the right time.
In order to avoid any inconvenience Wendy Wu Tours operates a tipping policy where a stated amount is given to your national escort at the beginning of your tour and tips are disbursed to local guides and drivers throughout your tour.
The amount is designed to be at a reasonable level for travellers while being fair to the local people and includes a gratuity for the national escort.
If you are travelling in a smaller group with local guides only, then tipping is paid in each destination.
To be fair to the guides we ask for slightly higher amounts per traveller with small groups.
We generally find that most customers appreciate the convenience of our tipping policy, but we do recognise that it may not suit everyone.
However, as this is a group tour we ask that everyone follows the same protocol to be fair to other group members and to ensure smooth operation of your tour.
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Drinks with Meals
Drinks included whilst aboard the Victoria Mekong
Accommodation
Lotus Blanc Resort
Perfectly combining a French and Khmer aesthetic, the Lotus Blanc is a 10 minute tuk tuk ride from the lively heart of Siem Reap. Stately but chic, there is a large pool, fitness centre, spa, 3 bars and 3 restaurants serving a variety of local and international dishes. Rooms are expansive, bright and minimalist and boast a balcony, bathroom with rain shower, television, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, armchairs and air-conditioning.
Queen Grand Boutique Hotel and Spa
Queen Grand Boutique Hotel and Spa is centrally located in the heart of Phnom Penh, close to a number of the city's major monuments. Featuring an onsite spa offering Khmer massage, a rooftop Jacuzzi, and a sky bar, this modern boutique hotel offers a number of options for relaxation. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.
Victoria Mekong
The Victoria Mekong is a four star river cruise ship offering superior service and elegance.
Offering 3-4 night luxury cruising itineraries between Vietnam's Mekong Delta and Cambodia's capital Phnom Penh, there is no better way to experience the beauty of the Mekong. Furnished with 33 spacious deluxe cabins, all with private balconies, the ship is also home to a cocktail bar and pool, games room, lounge area and treatment spa.
Muong Thanh Saigon Centre
Muong Thanh Saigon Centre Hotel is situated in District 1. Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, slippers and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar, indoor swimming pool and free WiFi.
Vinh Hung Old Town
Vinh Hung Old Town Hotel is the perfect base to discover the heritage town, at only a 6 minute walk away. With 33 rooms, all rooms have high standard amenities with free wifi, air conditioning, mini bar, hair dryer and more. Home to a swimming pool, pool bar and in house dining, this hotel won a TripAdvisor traveller’s choice award in 2018 and is sure to offer the perfect place to relax after exploring Hoi An.
Muong Thanh Hanoi Centre
In the atmospheric area around Hoan Kiem Lake, the Muong Thanh offers stylish and comfortable accommodation in a great location. Surrounded by shops, restaurants and street food, the hotel has free Wi-Fi, a spa, bar and restaurant serving local dishes. Bright and spacious rooms come with city views, an en suite bathroom with bath or shower, plus air-conditioning, safe, television, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities.
Bhaya Classic
Aboard a traditional-style junk, refurbished in 2015, a Bhaya Classic cruise offers a convivial atmosphere and classic oriental style. There is a sundeck for admiring the scenery and a spa and jacuzzi for relaxing whilst the restaurant serves freshly prepared Vietnamese and international cuisine. Onboard activities as you cruise include Tai Chi and cooking classes. Cabins are cosy and comfortable with big windows for beautiful views, a fridge and a bathroom with walk in shower.
Experiences
Cruise the Mekong Delta
Cruise the Mekong in style aboard the contemporary Victoria Mekong with state-of-the-art facilities and an itinerary packed with culturally-immersive shore excursions and onboard activities.
Hanoi Cyclo Tour
Explore the vibrant streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter by cyclo, stopping off at a café to sample a traditionally-made, local speciality, egg coffee.
Angkor Thom Sunset Cruise
After a day of exploration, relax as you float on the gentle waters of the moat of Angkor Thom, seeing the old walled city from a different perspective and savouring the beauty of a peaceful sunset.
Check out our Q&As
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Yes
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
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Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.
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What is 'Happy to Share'?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.
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Do you allow children on your tours?
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of wendy wu charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 41 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
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