THE WORLD’S MOST EXOTIC RIVER & LAND JOURNEY In the Ultimate Style in 43 days!
FOUR COUNTRIES – THREE UNIWORLD SUPER SHIPS – ONE UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY
THE WORLD’S MOST EXOTIC RIVER & LAND JOURNEY 42 NIGHTS 4 INCREDIBLE COUNTRIES 21 NIGHTS LUXURY RIVER CRUISING & 18 NIGHTS IN THE WORLD'S BEST HOTELS Travel across Egypt, India and Southeast Asia on one incredibly unique itinerary. Guests will sail along the Nile, the Ganges and the Mekong as well as enjoying the very best land tours available, including a five night tour of India’s Golden Triangle. This sailing is our most exclusive itinerary ever offered.
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THE WORLD’S MOST EXOTIC RIVER & LAND JOURNEY
Amazing Journey Highlights & Inclusions • Travel the world in the ultimate style with Uniworld • Explore Egypt, India, Cambodia & Vietnam on one unforgettable journey • 21 nights luxury river cruising along the Nile, the Mekong and the Ganges Rivers • 18 nights staying in the worlds finest hotels including India's Oberoi's, Four Seasons Cairo and Park Hyatt's • Visit over 21 UNESCO Listed Heritage Sites • Small private tours throughout. • Five star dining throughout and drinks on board each cruise • Every leg of your journey is escorted by a Uniworld Tour Director • All flights included from London Heathrow or Manchester • Port charges, Wi-Fi and all on board gratuities Port charges and international transfers included
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IF BOOKED BEFORE 31 MAY 2022 Includes flights from London Heathrow (Manchester available)
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WELCOME TO UNIWORLD THE WORLD'S BEST RIVER CRUISE LINE
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All Inclusive Amenities
Intimate and Relaxing Experience
Unique Travel Experiences
Enjoy five-star, locally sourced cuisine on board multiple dining venues on every ship. Drinks inclusions per ship are listed on each part of the itinerary.
Compared to ocean cruising, a river cruise ship is smaller and therefore offers guests a far more intimate experience. On this journey, our ships capacity vary between just 56 and 84 guests.
By nature, cruising along rivers allows you to travel directly through the heart of countries, giving you incredible access to explore the true rural life of the countries you explore.
THE WORLD’S MOST EXOTIC RIVER & LAND JOURNEY
Sailing by river means enjoying all the conveniences of a traditional cruise, along with all the benefits of inland travel. Stopping in multiple destinations on every trip, you’ll visit bustling cities and hidden gem villages, unpacking only once. Even while onboard you’ll be immersed in the local sights, with ever changing views right outside your window. River cruising is absolutely the best way to cruise, and the best and most luxurious river cruise is with Uniworld.
Award Winning, Floating Hotels
Local Enrichment Opportunities
Uniworld Tour Director
One of the highlights of your river cruise is the Super Ship you sail on. You have access to your very floating hotel that you can call home for the week, with luxurious amenities, beautiful public spaces and multiple dining venues throughout.
On a Uniworld cruise we have selected the must sees on every itinerary. These once in a lifetime experiences range from behind the scenes access to the world's greatest landmarks such as the Taj Mahal, exclusive afterhours access to enjoy.
Throughout every leg of your journey you will be accompanied by a Uniworld Tour Director. These local experts will ensure both the land and river elements are perfectly executed and the hidden gems of regions are explored.
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CRUISE ON THE WORLD’S BEST Exotics Ships
SUPER SHIP SPHINX The brand new S.S. Sphinx offers two gourmet dining venues, a swimming pool, massage room and 42 gorgeously appointed suites. This Super Ship offers an authentically immersive onboard experience, with bespoke decor by local artisans and materials sourced regionally - such as fine Egyptian cottons, marble and hand-carved blonde wood - to highlight Egyptian craftsmanship while minimizing our carbon footprint.
SUPER SHIP MEKONG JEWEL Debuting in January 2020, the Mekong Jewel is the newest and most luxurious ship on the Mekong river. This all-suite Super Ship includes two dining venues: one main restaurant and an al fresco eatery on the upper deck. The Mekong Jewel replaces the Mekong Navigator and was constructed with sustainable, eco-friendly materials, and features a swimming pool, spa, sauna and steam room, gym, hair salon, nail bar, two lounges and a library. 6
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GANGES VOYAGER II The ship's spacious, high-ceilinged suites are a serene sanctuary, with beautiful hand-painted murals and all the comforts of a five-star hotel. All suites have a cosy sitting area and a French balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors. A bed dressed in soft linens, with a choice of pillows. Your roomy bathroom has a rain shower, comfy robes and slippers, and spa-quality bath products.
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STAY IN THE WORLD’S FINEST HOTELS with Uniworld
THE WORLD RENOWNED OBEROI HOTELS India The Oberoi Hotels are known to be some of the finest in India. Offering world renowned service to every guest they welcome. Your Indian adventure begins with five luxurious nights across three of their breathtaking hotels, based in New Delhi, Jaipur and Agra - located just 600 metres from the Taj Mahal!
FOUR SEASONS CAIRO Egypt In the heart of Cairo on the banks of the River Nile, the Four Seasons Cairo opens the door to discovering Egypt’s 5,000-yearold ancient mysteries. Just a short drive away, set out to explore the majestic pyramids, the 1,000-year old market, the 12th-century citadel and the ancient Egyptian museum. 8
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PARK HYATT SAIGON HO CHI MINH CITY Vietnam
Complete with sophisticated design, handcrafted details, and modern-day comforts, the Park Hyatt Saigon is an excellent partner to a Uniworld cruise. Much like Uniworld, Park Hyatt pride themselves on giving every guest truly unbeatable service.
SOFITEL ANGKOR PHOKEETHRA GOLF & SPA RESORT Cambodia Just ten minutes away from the famed monuments of Angkor Wat, French colonial elegance sits amidst the manicured gardens of Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort. A lavish swimming pool beloved by guests is surrounded by lush and opulent landscaping. This hotel is the most heavily awarded resort in Siem Reap. CALL 0808 296 1578, VISIT UNIWORLD.COM OR CONTACT YOUR PREFERRED TRAVEL AGENT
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PART ONE: EGYPT CAIRO TO CAIRO For 13 adventure-filled days, experience Egypt and the Nile’s most wondrous sites in style and luxury. Wander amongst the towering ruins, marvel at breath-taking temples and gaze upon the mighty pyramids and of course the enigmatic Sphinx. This captivating element of your journey begins and ends in Cairo, where you will travel in the ultimate style. Not only will you sail along the Nile on board the brand new Super Ship Sphinx, you will spend five nights in one of Egypt’s finest hotels, the Four Seasons at the Plaza.
YOUR EGYPTITIAN JOURNEY INCLUDES • Multiple excursions hosted by English speaking Egyptologist • Complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served during lunch and dinner onboard • Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners • Captivating onboard local entertainment • Five nights’ stay in the Four Seasons Cairo • Visits to 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites • Free Wi-Fi access • All on board gratuities
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The River Nile at Aswan
Hatshepsut Temple
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ITINERARY
DAY 5 (11th January) LUXOR KOM OMBO
DAY 1 (7th January) : CAIRO
On arrival to Cairo International Airport you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and escorted to the Four Seasons at Nile Plaza. The best accommodation: For the next two nights, take in the wonders of the Four Seasons at Nile Plaza. The luxurious hotel is located in the heart of Cairo’s elegant Garden City District.
DAY 2 (8th January) CAIRO
The ancient quarter of Cairo is intense-the colours, the sounds, the density of peopleand it’s likely been this way for thousands of years. Your Egyptologist will show you a 12th-century citadel and the beautiful Alabaster Mosque. (BB) Featured Excursion: Citadel of Salah al-Din, Alabaster Mosque and Egyptian Museum.
DAY 3 (9 January) CAIRO (EMBARK) DENDERA* th
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Prepare to be amazed at the legendary Temple of Karnak, a massive and absolutely astounding site, with gigantic columns, broad avenues lined with stone sphinxes and halls of truly epic proportions. This evening, you’ll revel in a Welcome Reception and Dinner onboard. (BB,L,WR,D) Featured Excursion: Temple of Karnak.
DAY 4 (10th January) DENDERA*
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This morning, you’ll visit the Temple of Hathor, dedicated to the goddess of love and beauty. Like its twin shrine, the Temple of Karnak, the Temple of Luxor stands on the site of ancient Thebes, the once flourishing capital of Egypt’s New Kingdomwhich you’ll see later this afternoon. (BB,L,D) Featured Excursions: Temple of Hathor and Temple of Luxor.
*If sailing to Dendera is not possible, the excursion will be arranged by motor coach from Luxor.
Great Pyramids of Giza
Featured Excursion: Temple of Khnum
The word “colossal” will take on a whole new meaning after today’s excursion to the twin statues known as the Colossi of Memnon. You’ll also visit the temple of one of Egypt’s rare female pharaohs as well as the Valley of the Kings. Kings, used as a royal burial place for nearly 500 years and where the mummified remains of Tutankhamen are on display. (BB,L,BD)
DAY 10 (16th January) LUXOR (DISEMBARK) CAIRO
Featured Excursion: Colossi of Memnon, Hatshepsut Temple and Valley of the Kings.
DAY 11 (17th January) CAIRO
DAY 6 (12th January) KOM OMBO ASWAN
After visiting a temple dedicated to a crocodile god today, hop aboard a small boat for a birdwatching excursion along the Nile. (BB,L,D)
Featured Excursions: Kom Ombo Temple and birdwatching boat ride.
DAY 7 (13th January) ASWAN
Today is an epic day, filled with wonders from start to finish. You’ll visit a marvel of modern engineering-the Aswan High Dam-as well as the Unfinished Obelisk and the beautiful Isis Temple complex. Finally you will enjoy afternoon tea at a famous hotel depicted in Agatha Christie’s novel Death on the Nile. (BB,L,D)
Featured Excursions: Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Isis Temple, plus boat ride in traditional Nile River felucca and afternoon tea at the Old Cataract Hotel Aswan.
DAY 8* (14th January) ASWAN
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Spend your morning at leisure exploring Aswan, perhaps stopping for an optional tour of the indescribable rock temples of Abu Simbel. (BB,L,D)
DAY 9 (15th January) ESNA
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On today’s excursion, you’ll learn how the Temple of Esna was buried under debris for many centuries and is one of the last great Egyptian temples ever built. Your Egyptologist guide will share all sorts of fascinating insights about this significant cultural site. (BB,L,D)
Disembark in Luxor and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. Then, check in to the Four Seasons Hotel at Nile Plaza where you’ll have time to relax before tonight’s Farewell Dinner at the elegant Mena House Hotel. (BB,FD) It’s a day of bucket list moments as we venture to Ancient Memphis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a number of amazing monuments to see-including the enigmatic Great Sphinx. After seeing the pyramids from afar yesterday, you’ll have a thrilling opportunity to view them from an up-close perspective. (BB) Featured Excursion: Ancient Memphis sites, including the Pyramids of Giza with small pyramid entry, Great Sphinx and Sakkara visit. Not to Miss Moment: Today, you’ll visit the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx.
DAY 12 (18th January) CAIRO
Use today to explore Cairo and its surrounding areas, or simply relax before the next leg of your journey. (BB)
DAY 13 (19th January) CAIRO (DEPART)
Today brings and end to the Egyptitian leg of your journey. From your hotel you will be transferred to the airport to fly overnight into New Delhi. (BB)
5 NIGHTS IN CAIRO AT THE FOUR SEASONS HOTEL CAIRO In the heart of Cairo on the banks of the River Nile, the Four Seasons Cairo opens the door to discovering Egypt’s 5,000-yearold ancient mysteries. Just a short drive away, set out to explore the majestic pyramids, the 1,000-year old market, the 12th-century citadel and the ancient Egyptian museum.
Alabaster Mosque
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PREPARE TO BE AMAZED AT THE TEMPLE OF KARNAK Egypt
Wander amongst the towering ruins of the Temple of Karnak, the world’s largest ancient religious complex and a UNESCO Heritage Site
MARVEL AT THE BRAND-NEW EGYPTIAN MUSEUM Egypt
When in Cairo, where you’ll visit the famous Egyptian Museum and its stupendous and unrivalled collection of pharaonic artefacts, including treasures recovered from the tomb of King Tutankhamun.
PART TWO: INDIA NEW DELHI TO KOLKATA Welcome to India, a profoundly mysterious and gloriously exotic country truly like no other. Start this element of your trip with five luxurious nights at three different award-winning Oberoi hotels as you travel through India’s “Golden Triangle” - stopping off along the way for a host of exclusive exclusions, including a rare opportunity to see the Taj Mahal two times - once at sunrise and once at sunset. Once onboard, you will travel to villages lining the Ganges River that only a few people get to see each year, offering a fascinating insight into India’s historical and religious heritage.
YOUR INDIAN JOURNEY INCLUDES • Daily choice of included excursions, many of which exclusive to Uniworld guests • Complimentary house wine, local spirits and beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee will be served throughout the cruise. • Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners • Captivating onboard local entertainment • Exclusive early morning visit to the Taj Mahal • Visits to 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites • Free Wi-Fi access • All on board gratuities
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Amber Fort, Jaipur
Pay visit to the “Pink City” Jaipur
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ITINERARY DAY 14 (20th January) ARRIVE IN NEW DELHI
Welcome to India. This morning you will be greeted at the airport by a Uniworld representative to be transferred to the Oberoi New Delhi. With no excursions planned today, you can relax and enjoy the city. The Best Accommodation: Spend a luxurious night at the newly renovated Oberoi New Delhi, with unmatched views of New Delhi.
DAY 15 (21st January) NEW DELHI India’s sprawling capital city is colourful, confounding and captivating. Your expertly led city tour provides an ideal first foray into this fascinating land. (BB,D) Featured Excursion: India’s Capital City with rickshaw ride into Old Delhi. After Hours: To cap your day, taking in the sights of scenic New Delhi, relax this evening over a delicious dinner at the Oberoi.
DAY 16 (22nd January) NEW DELHI AGRA This morning you will check out of your New Delhi hotel and head south via a luxurious motorcoach to Agra, the site of Shah Jahan’s best-known building project, the exquisite Taj Mahal. (BB,L) Featured Excursion: Majesty and grace-the Taj Mahal at sundown. Not to Miss Moment: You’ll visit the Taj Mahal this afternoon and stay for sunset, as the monument’s changing colours draw comparisons to the shifting mood of the late Emperor’s wife.
DAY 17 (23rd January) AGRA JAIPUR Is the Taj Mahal best seen at sunset or sunrise? It’s an impossible question to answer, so Uniworld guests have the rare pleasure of experiencing both. Wake up early this morning to see the white marble monument aglow with the rosy tinge of dawn. (BB,L,D) Featured Excursion: Early morning at the Taj Mahal.
The Best Accommodation: You’ll spend your next two nights at the beautiful Oberoi Rajvilas. The luxury hotel sits on 32 acres of landscaped gardens and is built around an ancient Shiva temple.
DAY 18 (24th January) JAIPUR Pink is the colour of hospitality in Rajasthan, which gives you an idea of what to expect in the “Pink City” of Jaipur. You’ll see some marvellous things here, including the Amber Fort and the City Palace complex. (BB) Featured Excursion: Jaipur: Rajasthan’s princely city and Amber Fort Your Call: Take the afternoon to explore on your own-shuttles will be available to carry you to and from the hotel to the city’s shopping district.
DAY 19 (25th January) JAIPUR KOLKATA (EMBARK) Settle into your beautifully appointed suite aboard the Ganges Voyager II in Kolkata. (BB,L,WD) DAY 20 (26th January) KALNA Kalna, once an important trade port on the river, is best known today for the magnificent Hindu temples built by the maharajas of Bardhaman-which you’ll experience today. (BB,L,D) Featured Excursion: India’s “Temple City.” Your Call: After marvelling at the astonishing Rajbari temple complex, you may opt to walk with your guide through the colourful local market.
DAY 21 (27th January) MATIARI Your ship serves as a time machine today, transporting you hundreds of years into the past, as we travel to the authentic artisan village of Matiari. (BB,L,D) Featured Excursion: Matiari master craftsmen with an introduction to brass.
DAY 22 (28th January) MURSHIDABAD BARANAGAR Today’s adventures take you to a duo of Bengali towns-Murshidabad and
Baranagar-each one boasting surprising and beautiful architectural monuments closely linked to the ruling families of the area. (BB,L,D) Featured Excursions: Visit to Murshidabad City, ride by buggy to Katra Mosque and visit to Baranagar village.
DAY 23 (29th January) THE GANGES One of the world’s most sacred bodies of water, the Ganges River flows through a myriad of small villages and highly populated cities throughout India and Bangladesh. Take in the remarkable scenery as you sail and be on the lookout for a rare sighting of the endangered Ganges river dolphin. (BB,L,D) Wellness: You may choose to relax and unwind with a body massage or treatment on-board at the soothing Voyager Spa.
DAY 24 (30th January) MAYAPUR CHANDANNAGAR KOLKATA Few places of worship exist on such a headspinning scale as what you will witness today in Mayapur, the centre of the international Hare Krishna movement and home to the new Temple of the Vedic Planetarium, still under construction. Most students of history know a thing or two about the British colonial powers in India, but few are aware that the French had colonies here as well. You’ll visit this former French outpost today. (BB,L,D) Featured Excursions: Hare Krishna complex and Temple of the Vedic Planetarium and India’s French colonial heritage.
DAY 25 (31st January) KOLKATA The city of Kolkata is synonymous with the enduring legacies of Mother Teresa and the colonial-era British Raj, both of which you will get better acquainted with today. (BB,L,FD) Featured Excursions: Kolkata city tour-visit the Flower Market, colonial sites and Kumartulli. Plus, your choice of NGOs Kolkata Rescue visit or Mother Teresa’s home and tomb.
DAY 26 (1st February) KOLKATA (DISEMBARK) Your incredible Indian adventure ends early this morning, as you disembark and transfer to the airport for overnight flight to Ho Chi Minh. (BB,L)
THE WORLD RENOWNED OBEROI HOTELS
Enjoy an exclusive early morning visit to the Taj Mahal
Visit the vibrant Kolkata Flower Market
The Oberoi Hotels are known to be some of the finest in India. Offering world renowned service to every guest they welcome. Your Indian adventure begins with five luxurious nights across three of their breathtaking hotels, based in New Delhi, Jaipur and Agra located just 600 metres from the Taj Mahal!
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THE OBEROI AMARVILAS, AGRA India
ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME EXCURSION
Exclusive Early Morning Access to the Taj Mahal – without the crowds On day 17, you will enjoy the Taj Mahal like never before. Early in the morning you will be collected from your hotel in buggies and driven a short distance to experience the sun rise - without the crowds and exclusive to Uniworld.
INDIA’S GOLDEN TRIANGLE
Unlock the very best of New Delhi, Jaipur & Agra From days 14-19, explore India's Golden Triangle like never before.
PART THREE: VIETNAM, CAMBODIA & THE MEKONG HO CHI MINH CITY TO HANOI Two of the most beautiful, historic and friendly places in all of Asia, dynamic Vietnam and pastoral Cambodia are intriguing studies in contrast. Each possesses its own unique charm and social traditions, its own tragic history and complex past. In many ways, a visit here is less about the sights you see than it is about the people you meet and the experiences you have along the way. This cruise will take you to the famous temples of Angkor Wat and the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh, while also introducing you to locals in smaller villages as you discover what life is really like along the Mekong.
YOUR VIETNAM, CAMBODIA & THE MEKONG JOURNEY INCLUDES • Daily choice of included excursions, many of which exclusive to Uniworld guests • Complimentary house wine, local spirits and beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee will be served throughout the cruise • Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners • Captivating onboard local entertainment • Five nights’ accommodation in luxury hotels • Visits to 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites • Free Wi-Fi access • All on board gratuities
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Ta Prom Khmer ancient Buddhist temple
Angkor Thom, Siem Reap
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ITINERARY DAY 27 (2nd February) ARRIVE HO CHI MINH CITY Welcome to Ho Chi Minh. After your overnight flight you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the Park Hyatt Saigon.
DAY 28 (3rd February) HO CHI MINH CITY With no excursions or activities planned today, it gives a great opportunity to relax in the hotel or explore the city however you choose. (BB)
Your Call: Tonight, consider popping out to explore the lively Ben Thanh Night Market or one of the city’s quintessential evening cafés -either choice would mark a splendid start to your adventure.
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Experience how ancient history melds with the boisterous present in Vietnam’s largest city, where skyscrapers tower over ancient temples and motorbikes putter along picturesque alleys. (BB,*GD) Featured Excursion: Dynamic Ho Chi Minh City.
Not to Miss Moment: This evening, join us on-board the Saigon Princess for dinner and a dance performance with beautiful views of Ho Chi Minh City at night.
DAY 30 (5th February) HO CHI MINH CITY MY THO (EMBARK) Today’s featured excursion provides a fascinating glimpse of the Viet Cong’s vast network of incredibly narrow tunnels dating back to the Vietnam War. Following lunch, you’ll be taken to the Mekong Jewel. (BB,L,D) Featured Excursion: Vestiges of war -Cú Chi Tunnels.
DAY 31 (6th February) BEN TRE (TIEN LOI ISLAND) VINH LONG
Today, you’ll witness the hustle and bustle of Delta River life as the local traders take their produce to market. After breakfast, you’ll board a traditional sampan and explore the narrow canals and backwaters of this famed region. The untouched island of Tien Loi awaits on a unique excursion created exclusively for Uniworld guests, where you can see how local farmers make rooster cages, decorate bonsais in their yards and more. (BB,L,D) Featured Excursion: Step aboard a luxurious sampan to discover the village life along the Mekong.
DAY 32 (7th February) SA DEC GIENG ISLAND CRUISING THE MEKONG RIVER Following breakfast, continue your journey via sampan, where you’ll observe the daily routines of the villagers in Sa Dec. Visit a colourful temple, the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le and then venture to Gieng Island,
where you’ll experience how a local family makes incense sticks and the conical hat. (BB,L,D)
Featured Excursion: Sampans and colonial romance.
DAY 33 (8th February) HONG NGU (LONG KHANHA VILLAGE) PHNOM PENH Visit the local island village of Hong Ngu, a major producer of the traditional Khmer scarves and located not far from the Vietnam-Cambodia border. Since they’re woven in many homes around the village, you’ll have the opportunity to see the process firsthand. You’ll also stop at a local temple dedicated to a unique religion founded in this area of Vietnam plus visit to the local home of a retired VC General. (BB,L,D)
Featured Excursion: Daily life on the great delta.
DAY 34 (9th February) PHNOM PENH
Today, you’ll discover the thriving and exotic capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia, Phnom Penh. It stands at the juncture of three captivating rivers and is divided into three districts, the picturesque French colonial area, a handsome residential district and a rapidly changing Old Town. (BB,L,D) Featured Excursion: Cambodia’s capitalPhnom Penh.
DAY 35 (10th February) PHNOM PENH CRUISING THE MEKONG RIVER
Today’s featured excursion may be the most profound and memorable experience of your entire journey. You’ll learn about the infamous Killing Fields of the Khmer Rouge and visit a former school turned prison that is now a genocide museum. (BB,L,D) Featured Excursion: The Killing Fieldstragedy and reconciliation in Cambodia.
DAY 36 (11th February) ANGKOR BAN WAT HANCHEY
If yesterday was an exploration of Cambodia’s dark past, today is a celebration of the country’s bright future. You’ll meet young children at a local school and friendly villagers in their homes, and have a rare opportunity to receive an unforgettable water blessing from local Buddhist monks. (BB,L,D)
Featured Excursion: Cambodia’s vibrant cultural life.
DAY 37 (12th February) KAMPONG CHAM (DISEMBARK) SIEM REAP
You’ll disembark in the morning and transfer via executive motorcoach to Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor, the legendary archaeological site. (BB,L)
Stunning Accommodation: Cap your trip with three nights at the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf and Resort Spa, minutes away from the famed temple complex of Angkor Wat.
DAY 38 (13th February) SIEM REAP
Today is a bucket list moment kind of day as you explore the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, a gigantic religious complex that is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (BB) Featured Excursion: Visit Angkor Wat Temple - the largest religious monument in the world & the single most recognisable landmark in Cambodia.
DAY 39 (14th February) SIEM REAP
Today you will enter the spectacular remnants of Angkor Thom, the royal city. Built during the heyday of the Khmer dynasty in the 12th century, this extraordinary complex of Hindu and Buddhist monuments was once lost to the world for many years, hidden under dense jungle vines. (BB,D) Featured Excursions: South gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon and Ta Prohm and Apsara show and dinner.
DAY 40 (15th February) SIEM REAP HANOI
Enjoy free time in Siem Reap before your flight to Hanoi. Then, check in to your luxury accommodations, the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel. (BB)
DAY 41 (16th February) HANOI
Parisian elegance infuses Hanoi’s boulevards, which are lined with handsome colonial buildings, as you'll see on today's fascinating tour of the city.
DAY 42 (17th February) HANOI
Parisian elegance infuses Hanoi’s boulevards, which are lined with handsome colonial buildings, as you'll see on today's fascinating tour of the city. (BB)
DAY 43 (18th February) DEPART HANOI You will arrive back in the UK in the early hours of the morning today.
INCLUDING AMAZING HOTEL STAYS: 2 nights in Ho Chi Minh City at the Park Hyatt Saigon (or similar) 3 nights in Siem Reap at the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort (or similar)
Featured Excursions: City tour & Artisan visit by remork.
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CAMBODIA’S ANGKOR WAT The largest religious monument in the world
he magnificent Angkor Wat is the single most recognisable landmark in Cambodia. Take time to explore here with your Uniworld Tour Director.
VILLAGE LIFE ON THE MEKONG
Step aboard a luxurious sampan vessel to explore the floating markets along the Mekong - a true taste of rural life in Vietnam.
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Explore the Exotics with Uniworld - single itineraries available INDIA'S GOLDEN TRIANGLE & SACRED GANGES
SPLENDOURS OF EGYPT & THE NILE
TIMELESS WONDERS OF VIETNAM, CAMBODIA & THE MEKONG
13 DAYS | NEW DELHI TO KOLKATA
12 DAYS | CAIRO TO CAIRO
13 DAYS | HI CHI MINH CITY TO HANOI
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