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Day by Day Summary and Map
Land Segment of Itinerary
Wednesday - May 10, 2028
Day 1
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Sous sdei and welcome to Cambodia. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel for your included three-night stay in Siem Reap. In the evening, you'll meet your Cambodian tour director to learn more about the days ahead.
Land Segment of Itinerary
Thursday - May 11, 2028
Day 2
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Today, start with a visit to Angkor Thom, not a single temple such as the historic sites it neighbors, but rather one of the most remarkable royal cities of the Angkor Period and an architectural wonder. As the last capital of the Khmer Empire, it was a fortified city, home to priests, officials of the palace, military and buildings for administering the kingdom. Afterwards, visit the sacred Temple of Ta Prohm. In an incredible standoff between human creation and nature, the jungle's root systems have reclaimed this spiritual location now enshrouded in wild vegetation. The backdrop to many Hollywood scenes, the incredible Ta Prohm is both a cinematic and contemplative location. This afternoon is free time to visit the markets or try a DiscoverMORE tour. This evening as part of your EmeraldPLUS program, attend Phare, The Cambodian Circus, where a combination of acrobatics, music, and dance tell a uniquely Cambodian story. EmeraldPLUS: Phare Cambodian Circus performance; Included Excursion: Visit to Angkor Thom; Included Excursion: Visit to Ta Prohm Temple; DiscoverMORE: Vespa tour of Siem Reap (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Evening - Sunset Drinks Gondola Boat at Bayon (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Evening - Cambodian Street Food Discovery Tour (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Evening - Local Fare at Phare Circus (extra expense) ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Friday - May 12, 2028
Day 3
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Rise early and witness the sunrise over Angkor Wat. Afterwards walk through this UNESCO World Heritage-listed site known for its elaborate decorations and intricate carvings throughout. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Siem Reap, or join a DiscoverMORE excursion. Later, as part of your EmeraldPLUS experience, enjoy an immersive evening dinner at Satcha Handicraft Centre, accompanied by an Apsara dance performance. EmeraldPLUS: Apsara dance performance and dinner show; Included Excursion: Sunrise visit to Angkor Wat; DiscoverMORE: Siem Reap Countryside by Vespa (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Banteay Srei Temple and APOPO (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Tonle Sap and Lotus Workshop (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Khmer Cooking Class (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Senteurs d'Angkor Workshop (extra expense) ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Saturday - May 13, 2028
Day 4
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Bus Travel
Kampong Kdei, Cambodia, Cambodia
Bus Travel
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Day 4 - Saturday - May 13, 2028
Day 4
Cruise Begins
Rokar Koang, Cambodia
Today, leave Siem Reap and venture to the town of Rokar Koang to embark your Emerald Cruises award-winning Star-Ship. En route, stop in Kampong Kdei and see the impressive Angkor Bridge, before having lunch at a local restaurant. On arrival, you'll be welcomed by your captain and crew. Later, set sail up the Tonle Sap River, past Phnom Penh at night to Kampong Tralach while enjoying your first dinner onboard with your fellow guests. ... Read More
Sunday - May 14, 2028
Day 5
Kampong Tralach
Bus Travel
Oudong, Cambodia
Bus Travel
Kampong Tralach
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Begin the day with an ox cart ride in Kampong Tralach to a local temple before driving to Oudong. Oudong was Cambodia's former royal capital until it relocated to Phnom Penh in 1866. In Oudong Monastery's main temple, receive a traditional Buddhist blessing from the resident monks, as part of your EmeraldPLUS experience. Return to Emerald Harmony and sail to Phnom Penh. Spend the afternoon at leisure, either experiencing one of the DiscoverMORE excursions, visiting the Central Market, or relaxing onboard. After dinner, as part of your EmeraldPLUS experience, enjoy Phnom Penh by night on a remork (local tuk-tuk) tour. EmeraldPLUS: A traditional Buddhist Monk blessing; EmeraldPLUS: Phnom Penh by night on a remork (tuk-tuk) tour; DiscoverMORE: A silk farm tour at Koh Oknha Tei (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Craft Beer Adventure by remork (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: Samai Distillery (extra expense) ... Read More
Monday - May 15, 2028
Day 6
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
This morning, learn more about the Khmer Rouge and the darkest days of Cambodia's history. A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek, where you'll be able to stroll through the fields, visit the memorial, and understand more about the country's sombre chapter. Afterwards, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (known as 'S-21'), a former school converted to the Khmer Rouge's main prison and torture headquarters. Back onboard, savor a Cambodian Street Fair lunch, before visiting the majestic Royal Palace, with its French-inspired gardens. This evening, for your EmeraldPLUS experience, enjoy a cultural performance by the Cambodian Student and Children's Organisation, before sailing for the border. EmeraldPLUS: Cultural Performance by the Cambodian Student and Children's Organisation; Included Excursion: Killing Fields at Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum; Included Excursion: A visit to the Royal Palace ... Read More
Tuesday - May 16, 2028
Day 7
Vietnam-Cambodia Border Crossing, Vietnam
Tan Chau, Vietnam
Today, you'll cross the border into Vietnam and sail on to Tan Chau. Relax onboard, or join a DiscoverMORE excursion to Tra Su Bird Sanctuary, before returning for a late lunch onboard. This afternoon, embark on a sampan to Evergreen Island for a stroll through a local village, revealing the lives of the local farming community. Reboard your sampan to travel back to Tan Chau and as part of the EmeraldPLUS program, visit the recently renovated Cao Dai Temple. The religion of Cao Dai is a syncretic, monotheistic religion established in southern Vietnam in the city of Tay Ninh in 1926. Here, you will learn more about the mix of ideas that form the basis of this fascinating religion. Afterwards, ride in a xe loi (local form of cyclo) from the temple back to your sampan before returning to Emerald Harmony where, later this evening as part of an EmeraldPLUS, program, you'll be delighted by a traditional Lion Dance performance onboard. EmeraldPLUS: A visit to a local Cao Dai Temple and xe loi ride; EmeraldPLUS: A Lion Dance performance onboard; Included Excursion: A visit to Evergreen Island; DiscoverMORE: A visit to Tra Su Bird Sanctuary (extra expense) ... Read More
Wednesday - May 17, 2028
Day 8
Cu Lao Gien, Vietnam
My An Hung, Vietnam, Vietnam
Known as 'Mango Island', Cu Lao Gieng is a small, scenic island untouched by tourism located along the upper Mekong River. Travel by local motorcycle rickshaw through the island's villages to visit families who work in a variety of local industries, including mango farming, boat construction, and temple incense sticks. Return to Emerald Harmony by sampan and sail to My An Hung Island. Recognized as a cultural and historical destination, this small rural village specializes in cultivating red-hot chilli and peppers. As part of your EmeraldPLUS experience, listen to local folk singing, wander through coconut farms, and immerse yourself in traditional village life. EmeraldPLUS: Listen to some local folk singing in My An Hung; Included Excursion: See the local industries in Gieng Island; Included Excursion: A visit to My An Hung village ... Read More
Thursday - May 18, 2028
Day 9
Sa Dec, Vietnam
Cai Be, Vietnam
Take a short ride on a sampan to Sa Dec, a Mekong Delta hidden gem. Enjoy a walking tour around town with a stop at the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras' celebrated novel, L'Amant, and a stroll through Sa Dec's bustling central market. Return to Emerald Harmony by sampan for lunch, while cruising to Cai Be. Upon arrival, travel via sampan to Tan Phong, a small island located nearby, rich in alluvial soil suitable for cultivating tropical fruit orchards year-round. At this established ecotourism destination, try a hands-on experience at a workshop specializing in weaving water hyacinth into artistic crafts. Board a motorized buggy for a ride through fruit orchards, stopping to sample tropical fruits. Reboard the sampan and cruise back to Cai Be, discovering local cottage industries where families produce rice-paper and sweets from pop-corn, pop-rice, and coconuts. Return to Emerald Harmony. Included Excursion: A visit to the bustling Sa Dec Markets and the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le; Included Excursion: An excursion to the local industries of Cai Be ... Read More
After sailing from My Tho, you'll leave the Mekong Delta and enter the Cho Gao canal, considered one of Vietnam's major arterial canals that connects Tien Giang Province with Ho Chi Minh City. Today, you'll be fascinated watching the heavy commercial traffic navigating this important waterway, where upwards of 1,800 vessels transit each day. Relax onboard, taking in the everchanging vistas of mangroves, cargo barges, and local fishing boats. Tonight, you'll dock in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, where you can admire the city lights; due to Vietnamese customs regulations, you'll not be permitted to venture ashore. ... Read More
After disembarkation, drive away from Ho Chi Minh City port to Cu Chi Tunnels, watching the city skyline fade into the distance as the road winds through rice paddies, villages, and scenes typical to southern Vietnam. Spend a couple of hours walking around Cu Chi's rugged grounds with a local guide. Upon your return, enjoy a traditional pho (noodle soup) lunch then check into the Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers for your included two-night stay. Tonight, join a DiscoverMORE excursion. Included Excursion: Cu Chi Tunnels; DiscoverMORE: An evening Saigon Street Food walking tour (extra expense); DiscoverMORE: An evening Saigon Street Food walking tour (extra expense) ... Read More
Enjoy a guided tour of Ho Chi Minh City, starting with a visit to the city's most iconic building, the Reunification, or Independence, Palace. Formerly the South Vietnamese Presidential Palace, images of the building were seen around the world on 30 April 1975 when tanks stormed the gates as Saigon fell to the North Vietnamese. Then, stroll through Ho Chi Minh City's colonial quarter, walking past scenes of everyday life on the way. Admire the beautiful architecture of the Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the old Saigon Post Office and listen to the stories about the glory days of French Indochina and how that era continues to influence aspects of modern Vietnamese culture. Tonight, enjoy your farewell dinner with your fellow guests. Included Excursion: An orientation tour of Ho Chi Minh City ... Read More
After breakfast this morning, you will be transferred to the Ho Chi Minh City Airport to catch your onward or homebound flight. While every effort is made to adhere to the planned itinerary, changes in river conditions, ad hoc local government regulations, or local festivities may require journey modifications. These will be made based on the advice of local authorities or for safety reasons. Hotels are indicative and are subject to change. Please note: Preview itinerary subject to change. ... Read More
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