Day 1: Phnom Penh (D)

Check-in to your Pandaw Expedition at 11:00am and enjoy lunch onborad. In the afternoon we visit the Killing Fields and Genocide museum to learn more about the brutal Khmer Rouge regime. Overnight in Phnom Penh city with its lively bars. restaurants and night life.

Spend the night at the border on the Cambodian side.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: On Pandaw Cruise

Day 2: Vietnam Border- Long Thuan Village (B, L, D)

We up anchor early morning and cruise downstream along the Mekong river to the Vietnam border for immigration formalities. We go alongside at the picturesque border town of Long Thuan where we visit floating fish farms by sampan. We make a stop at a Taoist temple where we meet a local fortune teller before continuing by Xi Loi through the riverside village and their various farms. Before heading back to the ship, we enjoy a traditional Vietnamese Lion dance onshore.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: On Pandaw Cruise

Day 3: Con Phuoc Island (B, L, D)

Sailing through the delta offers a real insight in to life along this vast waterway. We pass through a small canal and head ashore to Cn Phuoc Island where we visit local craftspeople weaving bamboo baskets the traditional way. After a demostration, we try our hand at making our own. We then take a local tuk tuk for a drive through this peaceful village stopping at a 100 years old church and meeting more of the friendly local community.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: On Pandaw Cruise

Day 4: Ben Tre (B)

After lunch, we journey by sampans through mangroves and bamboo forests to the fruit orchards of Ben Tre. This is a area rich in birdlife which we will explore via local transport before transferring to a local rowboat. We will journey slowly through the bamboo covered canals before arriving at a village speacialising in making local products. In the evening you will be entertained by a Vietnamese dance troupe on deck.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: N/A

Day 5: My Tho- Sai Gon (B)

Morning disembarkation and travel by coach from My Tho to Saigon

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: N/A

Important Notes

Price includes

• Entrance fees
• Guide services (English language)
• Gratuities to crew
• Main meals
• Locally made soft drinks
• Local beer and local spirits
• Jugged coffee
• Selection of teas and tisanes
• Mineral water
• Transfers from meeting point in Saigon to ship or v.v.

Price  excludes

• International flights
• Port dues (if levied)
• Laundry
• All visa costs
• Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
• Imported beverages such as wines
• Premium spirits and liqueurs
• Fancy soft drinks like Perrier
• Espressos and cappuccinos at bar and tips to tour guides
• Local guides
• Bus drivers
• Boat operators and cyclo drivers
• No transfers in Phnom Penh, ship docks in city center at Sisowath Quay.

Remark

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather and operating conditions. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, Cambodian & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least three days prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
• Surcharge on Christmas (24/12/) and New Year (31/12/) & on Lunar New Year.

Day 1: Saigon - My Tho- Ben (L, D)

Transfer from Sai Gon to the river port for embarkation. After lunch, we journey by sampans through mangroves and bamboo forests to the fruit orchards of Ben Tre. This is an area rich in birdlife which we will explore via local rowboat. We will journey slowly through the bamboo covered canals before arriving at a village specialising in making local products. In the evening you will be entertained by a Vietnamese dance troupe on deck.

Meals: Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: On Pandaw Cruise

Day 2: Con Phuoc (B, L, D)

Sailing through the delta offers a real insight into life long this vast waterway. After lunch, we pass through a small canal and head ashore to Con Phuoc Island where we visit local craftspeople weaving bamboo baskets the traditional way. After a demostration, we try our hand at making our town. We then take a local tuk tuk for a drive through this peaceful village, stopping at a 100 year old church and meeting more of the friendly local community.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: On Pandaw Cruise

Day 3: Vietnam Border (B, L, D)

We go alongside the picturesque border town of Chau Doc where we visit the floating fish farms by sampans . We make a stop at a Cham Village and observe the lives of Vietnamese Muslims before taking minivans for a short drive to Sam Mountain, location of Phuoc Dien Tu or the Hang Pagoda. We climb the 400 steps to the top to visit the pagoda. Upon return to ship, we nagative a web of canals before dropping anchor on the Vietnam/Cambodia border to undergo Immigration formalities. During high water periods, we will instead visit Long Thuan village.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: On Pandaw Cruise

Day 4: Phnom Penh (B)

After breafast, disembark your Pandaw Expedition in Cambodia's capital  Phnom Penh.

Please note our crew will hand out your passports after the immigration formalities at 10.00.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: N/A

Important Notes

Price includes

• Entrance fees
• Guide services (English language)
• Gratuities to crew
• Main meals
• Locally made soft drinks
• Local beer and local spirits
• Jugged coffee
• Selection of teas and tisanes
• Mineral water
• Transfers from meeting point in Saigon to ship or v.v.

Price  excludes

• International flights
• Port dues : 35 USD per pax
• Laundry
• All visa costs
• Fuel surcharge
• Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs
• Fancy soft drinks like Perrier,
• Espressos and cappuccinos at bar
• Tips to tour guides
• Local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers. No transfers in Phnom Penh, ship docks in city center at Sisowath Quay..

Remark

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather and operating conditions. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, Cambodian & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least three days prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
• Surcharge on Christmas (24/12) and New Year (31/12/) & on Lunar New Year.

Day 1: Phnom Penh (D)

Passengers can embark the ship between 14.00 and 18.30. Rest of day at leisure. Overnight in Phnom Penh city port with its lively bars, restaurants and night life.
 
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 2: Silk Island (B, L, D)

Sail up the Tonle River to board our expedition vessel, the Pandaw Explorer, to visit Koh Okhna Tey, or ‘silk island’ to study the entire silk making process from worms to weavers. There will be a demonstration of the ancient Khmer martial art of Bokator. Return to ship and return down the Tonle River to turn up the Mekong at the confluence. Evening lecture on Angkor and Khmer culture.
 
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 3: Kratie & The Dolphin Ground (B, L, D)

Morning visit to Koh Trong Island a small Mekong River hamlet which can be explored by bicycle or ox cart with a real immersion into Khmer rural life visiting local schools and English classes then visiting a reforestation site where you can leave your mark by planting your own tree. Passengers should feel free to donate items for use in the schools such as books & pens etc. After lunch, moor off Kratie and continue to the dolphin grounds by local boat where we will observe the elusive Irrawaddy Dolphins.
 
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 4: Siem Reap (B)

Sail downstream to moor at Kampong Cham for disembarkation and road transfer to Siem Reap.
 
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A

Important Notes

Price includes

• Entrance fees
• Guide services (English language)
• Gratuities to crew
• Main meals
• Locally made soft drinks
• Local beer and local spirits
• Jugged coffee
• Selection of teas and tisanes
• Mineral water
• Transfers from meeting point in Saigon to ship or v.v.

Price  excludes

• International flights
• Port dues (if levied)
• Laundry
• All visa costs
• Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
• Imported beverages such as wines
• Premium spirits and liqueurs
• Fancy soft drinks like Perrier
• Espressos and cappuccinos at bar and tips to tour guides
• Local guides
• Bus drivers
• Boat operators and cyclo drivers
• No transfers in Phnom Penh, ship docks in city center at Sisowath Quay.

Remark

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather and operating conditions. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, Cambodian & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least three days prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
• Surcharge on Christmas (24/12/) and New Year (31/12/) & on Lunar New Year.

Day 1: Siem Reap- Kampong Cham (D)

Travel by coach from Siem Riep to Kampong Cham for embarkation. Enjoy an sunset cruise on the Mekong and meet your crew for the next 7 nights.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 2: The Kratie and The Dolphin Ground (B, L, D)

Morning visit to Koh Trong Island a small Mekong River hamlet which can be explored by bicycle or ox cart with a real immersion into Khmer rural life visiting local schools and English classes then visiting a reforestation site where you can leave your mark by planting your own tree. Passengers should feel free to donate items for use in the schools such as books & pens etc. After lunch, moor off Kratie and continue to the dolphin grounds by local boat where we will observe the elusive Irrawaddy Dolphins.
 
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 3: Silk Island (B, L, D)

Sailing downstream all morning, with lectures and film presentations, past Phnom Penh and up the Tonle River to board our expedition vessel, the Pandaw Explorer, to visit Koh Okhna Tey, or ‘silk island’ to study the entire silk making process from worms to weavers. There will be a demonstration of the ancient Khmer martial art of Bokator. Return to ship and return down the Tonle River to turn up the Mekong at the confluence. Evening lecture on Angkor and Khmer culture.
 
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 4: Phnom Penh (B)

After a full buffet breakfast, we will disembark in Cambodia's capital Phnom Penh.
 
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A

Important Notes

Price Includes:

• Entrance fees
• Guide services (English language)
• Gratuities to crew
• Main meals
• Locally made soft drinks
• Local beer and local spirits
• Jugged coffee
• Selection of teas and tisanes
• Mineral water
• Transfer from Meeting Point in Siem Reap to ship or v.v.

 Price Excludes:

• International flights
• Port dues (if levied)
• Laundry
• All visa costs
• Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
• Imported beverages such as wines
• Premium spirits and liqueurs
• Fancy soft drinks like Perrier
• Espressos and cappuccinos at bar and tips to tour guides
• Local guides
• Bus drivers
• Boat operators and cyclo drivers
• No transfers in Phnom Penh, ship docks in city center at Sisowath Quay.

Remark

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather and operating conditions. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, Cambodian & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least three days prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
• Surcharge on Christmas (24/12/) and New Year (31/12/) & on Lunar New Year.

Day 1: Siem Reap- Kampong Cham (D)

Travel by coach from Siem Riep to Kampong Cham for embarkation. Enjoy an sunset cruise on the Mekong and meet your crew for the next 7 nights.
 
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 2: Angkor Ban Village Walks- Silk Island (B, L, D)

In the morning we vistit Angkor Ban and a local Cambodian school where the local library was built with the support of Pandaw and our guest. Guests are encouraged to bring books to donate to the library for children to read. after lunch. After lunch, ưe study the entire silk making process from worms to weaves as we visit 'Silk Island'. After learning about the silk process there will be a demostration of the ancient Khmer martial art of Bokator.
 
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 3: Oudong- Kampong Tralach (B, L, D)

In the morning travel by coach to the ancient capital of Cambodia, Oudong. On the way we stop to vistit the Vipassana Dhura Meditation Centre before taking a drive around the city. Rejoin your ship in Kampong Tralach for lunch aboard. In the afternoon we travel by ox-cart around the river-side villages, markets and temples. In the evening cocktails are round a village fire pit where we will be joined by village folk keen to show us their traditional dancing and more of the delightful Khmer culture 
 
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 4: Phnom Penh (B, L, D)

Morning orientation of Phnom Penh by cyclo visiting the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda followed by the National Museum with its marvellous collection of Angkorian statuary. In the afternoon we visit the Killing Fields and Genocide museum to learn more about the brutal Khmer Rouge regime. Overnight in Phnom Penh city port with its lively bars restaurants and night life.  

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 5: Vietnam border- Long Thuan Village (B, L, D)

We up anchor early morning and cruise downstream along the Mekong River to the Vietnam border for immigration formalities. We go alongside at the picturesque border town of Long Thuan where we visit the floating fish farms by sampan. We make a stop at a Taoist temple where we meet a local fortune teller before continuing by Xi Loi through the riverside village village and their various farms. Before heading back to the ship, we enjoy a traditional Vietnamese Lion dance onshore.
 
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 6: Con Phuoc Island (B, L, D)

Sailing through the delta offers a real insight into life along this vast waterway. We pass through a small canal and head ashore to Con Phuoc Island where we visit local craftspeople weaving bamboo baskets the traditional way. After a demostration, we try our hand at making our own. We then take a local tuk tuk for adrive through this peaceful village, stopping at 100 year old church and meeting more of the friendly local community.
 
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 7: Ben Tre (B, L, D)

After lucnh, we journey by sampans thriugh mangrives anf bamboo forests to the fruit orchards of Ben Tre. This is an area rich birdlife which we will explore via local transport before transferring to a local rowboat. We will journey slowly through the bamboo covered canals before arriving at a village speacialising in making local products. In the evening you will be entertained by a Vietnamese dance troupe on deck.
 
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 8: My Tho – Saigon (B)

Morning disembarkation and travel by coach from My Tho to Saigon.
 
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A

Important Notes

Price includes

• Entrance fees
• Guide services (English language)
• Gratuities to crew
• Main meals
• Locally made soft and alcoholic beverages
• Jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes
• Mineral water.
• Transfers between the meeting point and the ship at the start and end of a voyage (In Saigon: Renaissance Riverside Hotel / In Siem Reap: Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa).

Price  excludes

• International flights
• Port dues (if levied)
• Laundry
• All visa costs
• Fuel surcharges
• Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs
•  Fancy soft drinks like Perrier
• Espressos and cappuccinos at bar
• Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers.

Remark

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather and operating conditions. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, Cambodian & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least three days prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
• Surcharge on Christmas (24/12) and New Year (31/12) & on Lunar New Year 

Day 1: Saigon – My Tho- Ben Tre (D)

Transfer from Saigon to the river port for the embarkation. After lunch, we journey by sampans through mangroves and bamboo forests to the fruit orchards of Ben Tre. This is an area rich in birdlife which we will explore via local transport before transfering to a local rowboat. We will journey slowly through the bamboo covered canals before arriving at a village specialising in making local products. In the evening you will be entertained by a Vietnamese dance troupe on deck. 

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 2: Con Phuoc (B, L, D)

Sailing through the delta offers a real insight into life along this vast waterway. After lunch, we pass through a small canal and head ashore to Con Phuoc Island where we visit local craftspeople weaving bamboo baskets the traditional way. After a demonstration, we try our hand at making our own. We then take tuk tuk for a drive through this peaceful village,  stopping at a 100 year old church and meeting more of the friendly local community. 
 
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 3: Chau Doc- Vietnam/Cambodia Border (B, L, D)

We go alongside at the picturesque border town of Chau Doc where we visit the floating fish farms by sampan. We make a stop at a Cham Village and observe the lives of Vietnam Vietnamese Muslims before taking minivans for a short drive to Sam Mountain, location of Phuoc Dien Tu or the Hang pagoda. We climb the 400 step to the top to visit the pagoda. Upon return to ship, we nagative a web of canals before dropping anchor on the Vietnam/Cambodia border to undergo Immigration formalities. During high water periods, we will instead visit Long Thuan village. 

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 4: Phnom Penh (B, L, D)

Morning orientation of Phnom Penh by cyclo vistitng the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda followed by the National Museem with its marvelous collection of Angkorian statuary. In the afternoon we visit the Killing zfields and Genocide museum to learn more about the brutal Khmer Rouge regime. Overnight in Phnom Penh city port with its lively bars restaurants and night life.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 5: Kampong Tralach (B, L, D)

We leave the dock at Phnom Penh early morning and sail up the winding channels of the Tonle Sap river to Kampong Tralach. We travel by ox-cart around the river-side villages, markets and temples to get a sense of life along the river. In the evening cocktails are rond a village fire pit where we will be joined by village folk keen to show us their traditional dancing show us more of the delightful Khmer Rouge.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 6: Oudong- Silk Island (B, L, D)

In the morning, travel by coach to the ancient capital of Cambodia, Oudong. On the way we stop to visit the Vipassana Dhura Meditation Centre before taking a drive around the old capital. We re-join our ship at Prek Kdam before returning to the Mekong. After lunch we sail to Koh Nghe Tei (Silk Island) to study the entire silk-making process from worms to weavers. We visit silk makers and can buy from them their lovely silk scraves and other fabrics. This village is a centre of the ancient martial art of L'bokator which roughly translates as 'pounding a lion'. It includes weapons techniques in Cambodia and believe to date back to the Angkor empire.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 7: Angkor Ban Village & Wat Hangchey (B, L, D)

Sunrise cruise to Angkor Ban Village to see how local villagers live and visit the library which was donated by Pandaw to Angkor Ban secondary school

NOTE: If your want to donate books, please bring along some Children's books in English language( suitale for age 8 to 15 yrs) which yoi can personally gift to the library.

In the afternoon we sail north to Wat Hanchey, an important centre of worship during the Chenla period located on top of a hill above the mighty Mekong River with some of the best Mekong views in Cambodia. Visit 8th century structures some destroyed by American bombings during the Vietnam War.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: Pandaw Cruise

Day 8: Siem Reap (B)

Diseambark and travel by coach from Kampong Cham through stunningly lovely countryside to reach Siem Riep, adjacent to Angkor Wat.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: N/A

Important Notes

Price includes

• Entrance fees,
• Guide services (English language)
• Gratuities to crew
• Main meals,
• Locally made soft drinks
• Local beer and local spirits
• Jugged coffee
• Selection of teas and tisanes
• Mineral water.
• Transfers between the meeting point and the ship at the start and end of a voyage.

Price  excludes

• International flights
• Port dues (if levied)
• Laundry
• All visa costs
• Fuel surcharges
• Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs
• Fancy soft drinks like Perrier
• Espressos and cappuccinos at bar
• Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers

Remark

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather and operating conditions. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, Cambodian & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least three days prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
• Surcharge on Christmas (24/12) and New Year (31/12) & on Lunar New Year.