Evergreen Tours has launched its first ever program of touring in Vietnam and Cambodia centred around an eight day Mekong River Cruise on board the luxurious new RV Mekong Navigator. The program features a choice of 10 cruising dates between February 2016 and April 2017 which can be linked with regional discoveries of Vietnam and Cambodia.
“Evergreen’s brand new South East Asia program offers guests a deluxe Mekong River cruising experience on the newest river cruiser with the opportunity to explore the very best of Vietnam and Cambodia,” said Angus Crichton, General Manager of Evergreen Tours. “Experiencing the luxurious RV Mekong Navigator, a boutique all-suite vessel, is in itself one of the many highlights. As always Evergreen delivers incredible value with the 19 Day Vietnam & Cambodia Explorer Cruise Tour from $5,695pp twin share* including Fly Free offer.”
Evergreen’s RV Mekong Navigator carries 68 guests in 34 spacious suites ranging from 54m2 in the Grande Suites to 24m2 in the Superior Suites. The ship features contemporary, stylish design and luxuries with the grace of the French colonial era. Signature dining experiences feature Asian specialties as well as Western favourites, plus wine, beer and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner. The ship is also equipped with a Lounge Bar, Sun Deck, Spa, Fitness Room and Library.
Evergreen’s complimentary “You’re Invited” experiences depend on the tour but could include a traditional water puppetry show and meeting with the performers in Hanoi; a visit to the Lifestart Foundation in Hoi An with a traditional lantern making class; a cyclo ride through Hue’s Old City; and the incredible Phare Circus in Siem Reap which trains street children and orphans in the art of performance.
Five itineraries are offered in 2016/2017 including:
· 19 Day Vietnam & Cambodia Explorer with Mekong River Cruise (EAHS) features the classic highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia from Hanoi to Siem Reap. Enjoy sightseeing in Hanoi plus a two day Halong Bay Cruise on a private junk. Visit the Imperial Citadel and Tien Mu Pagoda in Hue, take a walking tour of Hoi An’s Old Town, tour Ho Chi Minh City and the Cu Chi Tunnels, then relax on the 8 Day Magnificent Mekong Cruise. Discover Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace, Angkor Wat and so much more. 40 meals are included. From $5,695pp twin share*, includes Fly Free* deal.
· The 8 Day Magnificent Mekong Cruise (EAMC) voyages from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap. Visit Cai Be’s floating market; tour historic Anh Kiet House; take a cyclo ride in Phnom Penh plus a guided tour of the Royal Palace & National Museum, the Killing Fields & Tuol Sleng; visit Kampong Chhnang’s floating village; receive a traditional Buddhist water blessing by monks in Wat Hanchey; tour Chau Doc and Tay An Pagoda and much more. 20 meals are included. From $2,095pp twin share*
· The 16 Day Highlights of Vietnam & Cambodia with Mekong River Cruise (EAHC) which explores Hanoi, Halong Bay Cruise, Ho Chi Min City, 8 Day Magnificent Mekong Cruise, the Angkor Temples and more is from $4,895pp twin share* including a Fly Free* deal
· The 12 Day Mekong Discoverer Cruise (EASC) includes the 8 Day Magnificent Mekong Cruise & Angkor Temples is from $3,595pp twin share*
· And the 10 Day Best of Vietnam (EAHH, tour only) from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City is $2,495pp twin share including Partner Fly Free* offer
All cruises and tours include intra-tour flights, transfers, tipping and gratuities, and porterage.
Earlybird Offers including Fly Free*, Companion Fly Free* or savings of up to $1,000 per couple* can apply for bookings made by 31 March, 2015.
Superb Extensions: Five day extensions are available to Sapa including a visit to the traditional hill tribes from $1,095pp twin share*. Four day extensions to UNESCO World Heritage city Luang Prabang are also available from $595pp twin share*.
The South East Asia brochure can be viewed, downloaded or ordered from the website. For bookings please contact your local travel agent, visit www.evergreentours.com or call 1300 383 747.
For more information or high res images please contact Judith Hainke, Marketing Manager Evergreen Tours, on judith.hainke@evergreentours.com or +61 (0)2 8274 1336.
*Conditions apply. See the Evergreen Tours 2016 South East Asia Brochure for details.
SOURCE: Evergreen Tours