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Cruising the Mekong River A Journey through Southeast Asia
On Board the Mekong Navigator February 21–March 6, 2023
Top: Sampan ride in Vietnam | Above: Bayon Temple, Angkor
Overview Envelop yourself in the heritage of Cambodia and Vietnam on this cultural journey through Southeast Asia. Start this once-in-a-lifetime experience by exploring Angkor Wat and the other stunning Angkor temples. Then, board a deluxe river cruiser to visit rural villages and vibrant cities along the Mekong River. Discover the nuances of day-to-day life while meeting artisans in their workshops and families in their homes, visiting temples and markets, and traveling like locals in tuk tuks, sampans and other typical modes of transportation. Fill each day with moments that will become memories that last forever. 44
Highlights Include Angkor Temples: Marvel at the ancient Angkor temples—Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, and Thommanon. Phnom Penh: Take a cyclo cab ride through the city, visiting the Royal Palace and the National Museum. Learn about the tragedy of the Killing Fields at a museum and memorial dedicated to the victims of the Khmer Rouge regime. Ho Chi Minh City: Explore Vietnam’s largest city. Visit the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum. See Notre Dame Cathedral, City Hall, and more.
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Travel Like a Local: Get a different perspective on local life as you ride sampans and share the waterways with fishermen and merchants. Observe daily activities from open-air tuk tuks and cyclos. Arts, Crafts, and Cultural Performances: Meet artisans and get an up-close look at their work during visits with traditional Khmer scarf makers and boat makers. Watch a performance of the apsara, Cambodia’s national dance. Enriching Lecture Series: Learn about the region’s history, religion, agriculture and more from local experts.
