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16 Night Treasures and Temples of Vietnam and Cambodia Cruise and Land Tour

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16 Night Treasures and Temples of Vietnam and Cambodia Cruise and Land Tour

From Hanoi, (Vietnam) to Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), (Vietnam)

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Emerald Harmony
Emerald Cruises
4 Stars

Cruise #: 14009242

Sail Date: Saturday, Mar 8, 2025

Return Date: Monday, Mar 24, 2025

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Room Types & Rates:

Riverview		$7,205
Suite		$8,055

*Prices are per person based on double occupancy

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16 Night Treasures and Temples of Vietnam and Cambodia Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - Mar 8, 2025

Day
1

Hanoi, Vietnam

Xin chao and welcome to Hanoi! On arrival, you will be met by your Emerald Cruises representative and transferred to your hotel, situated in downtown Hanoi, for a one-night stay. Relax at the hotel, explore the city, or wander Hanoi's romantic West Lake. This evening, meet your tour director for your welcome briefing. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Mar 9, 2025

Day
2

Hanoi, Vietnam

Bus Travel

Ha Long, Vietnam

This morning after breakfast, leave Hanoi and travel to Halong Bay where you will board your traditional-style junk boat. Cruise through the bays and islets enjoying the stunning scenery of this magnificent region. Enjoy the tours offered onboard, learn more about the main livelihood of the locals in the area, or simply choose to relax. Towards the end of the day, the boat anchors for the night in the Trinh Nu area among the karst formations where dinner will be served onboard. ...
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Monday - Mar 10, 2025

Day
3

Ha Long, Vietnam

Today, continue sailing further into the region's more untouched areas towards Lan Ha Bay. From a smaller boat, enjoy swimming on quiet beaches and kayaking in Ho Ba Ham Lake. Then visit Cua Van fishing village by rowing boat. Return to your traditional junk boat after a full day of exploration. Tonight, try squid fishing after dinner. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Tuesday - Mar 11, 2025

Day
4

Ha Long, Vietnam

Bus Travel

Hanoi, Vietnam

Enjoy the sunrise and breakfast before beginning your cruise back through the magnificent rock formations, visiting Sung Sot Cave before arriving back at port. Bid farewell as you transfer to Hanoi. As part of EmeraldPLUS back in Hanoi, you will enjoy lunch at KOTO (Know One Teach One), a unique restaurant set up to train and educate disadvantaged children. After lunch, you'll visit Hanoi's Old Quarter also known as the '36 streets'. This bustling area of narrow streets and alleys is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. It is a great place to explore with plenty of photo opportunities. Visit Hang Be Market, also located in the Old Quarter, before enjoying a walk around Hoan Kiem Lake located in central Hanoi. Here, walk across the red bridge to Ngoc Son Temple located on the Jade Islet within the lake. Later, enjoy a traditional water puppet show, a unique North Vietnamese art form depicting scenes from rural life and episodes of historical significance. ...
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Wednesday - Mar 12, 2025

Day
5

Hanoi, Vietnam

Air Travel

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Begin your morning tour of Hanoi and learn about 'Uncle Ho', considered the father of modern Vietnam, by seeing his mausoleum from outside. Continue to Ho Chi Minh Quarter to see his humble stilt house and the small but iconic One Pillar Pagoda before moving to the nearby Temple of Literature. The Temple of Literature was Vietnam's first university and it was established to educate Vietnam's royalty, mandarins, and members of the elite. The university functioned for an incredible 700 years and its gardens and well-preserved architecture offer a fascinating glimpse into the country's past. Bid farewell to Hanoi and transfer to Hanoi Airport to board your flight to Siem Reap. Sous sdei and welcome to Cambodia. You will be met at the airport and transferred to the Shinta Mani 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. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Mar 13, 2025

Day
6

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Bus Travel

Angkor Thom, Cambodia

Bus Travel

Ta Prohm, Cambodia

Bus Travel

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 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. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Mar 14, 2025

Day
7

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Bus Travel

Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Bus Travel

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Rise early and witness the sunrise over Angkor Wat. Afterwards, walk through this UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its elaborate decorations and intricate carvings throughout. This afternoon is free time to visit the town and markets or try a DiscoverMORE tour, before enjoying dinner accompanied, as part of EmeraldPLUS program, by an Apsara dance performance. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - Mar 15, 2025

Day
8

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Bus Travel

Kampong Kdei, Cambodia, Cambodia

Bus Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 8 - Saturday - Mar 15, 2025

Day
8

Cruise Begins

Prek Dam, Cambodia

Today, leave Siem Reap and venture to Prek Kdam 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 to Kampong Tralach while you enjoy your first dinner onboard with your fellow guests. ...
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Sunday - Mar 16, 2025

Day
9

Kampong Tralach

Bus Travel

Oudong, Cambodia

Bus Travel

Prek Dam, Cambodia

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. ...
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Monday - Mar 17, 2025

Day
10

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

This morning, you will learn more about the Khmer Rouge and the darkest days of the country's history. A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek. Here you will have the opportunity to walk through the fields, visit the memorial, and learn about this sad historic chapter. Afterwards, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (also known as S-21). This is a former school that was converted to the main prison and torture headquarters of the Khmer Rouge. Back onboard Emerald Harmony, enjoy a Cambodian Street Fair lunch, before visiting the majestic Royal Palace with its French-inspired gardens, followed by a shopping trip at the Central Market located in the heart of the city. This evening, as part of your EmeraldPLUS program, enjoy a cultural performance by the Cambodian Student and Children's Organization, before setting sail to the border. ...
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Tuesday - Mar 18, 2025

Day
11

Vietnam-Cambodia Border Crossing, Vietnam

Tan Chau, Vietnam

An Long, Vietnam

Cross the border then sail to Tan Chau. Relax onboard this morning or join a DiscoverMORE tour of Tra Su Bird Sanctuary. This afternoon, embark on a sampan to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village to get a glimpse into the lives of the local farming community. Reboard your sampan to travel back to Tan Chau and as part of an 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. This evening as part of an EmeraldPLUS, program, you'll be delighted by a traditional Lion Dance performance onboard. ...
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Wednesday - Mar 19, 2025

Day
12

Cu Lao Gien, Vietnam

My An Hung, Vietnam, Vietnam

On Gieng Island, you can travel through the island's villages to visit families who work in a variety of local industries including boat building of different types and creating incense sticks for temples. Also visit Vietnam's oldest church. Return to Emerald Harmony by sampan and sail to My An Hung Island. Recognized as a cultural and historical destination, this small village in rural Vietnam specializes in red-hot chili and peppers. As part of an EmeraldPLUS excursion enjoy some local folk singing during the visit, wander through coconut farms, meet the locals, and learn about life in the village. ...
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Thursday - Mar 20, 2025

Day
13

Sa Dec, Vietnam

Cai Be, Vietnam

After a short ride on a sampan to Sa Dec, enjoy a walking tour around town. Stops include the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras to write novel L'Amant, and enjoy a walk through the central market to peruse its varied produce. Return to Emerald Harmony by sampan and, after lunch onboard, you'll arrive in Cai Be. Traveling via sampan, visit a coconut candy workshop to learn how coconut candy and other local sweets are made, then then tour Tan Phong islet by electric buggy, visiting a fruit garden to try the diverse fruits of the Mekong and a water hyacinth weaving workshop. ...
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Friday - Mar 21, 2025

Day
14

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My Tho, Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam

After sailing from My Tho leave the Mekong Delta and enter the Cho Gao Canal. This canal is considered one of Vietnam's major arterial canals that connects Tien Giang Province in the Mekong Delta with Ho Chi Minh City. Today is a fascinating day watching the heavy commercial traffic navigate this important waterway which can see upwards of 1,800 vessels transit each day. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the ever-changing vistas from the pool, to enjoy a treatment in the Wellness Area (additional expense), or to read a book and chat with new friends. Cruise past mangroves, narrow canals, fish farms, busy cargo barges, and local fishing boats alike. Tonight, dock in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City with views of the city lights. (Due to customs regulations, you will not be able to go ashore this evening.) ...
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Saturday - Mar 22, 2025

Day
15

Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam

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Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam

Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 15 - Saturday - Mar 22, 2025

Day
15

Bus Travel

Cu Chi Tunnels, Vietnam

Bus Travel

Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam

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 to Ho Chi Minh City, check into the Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers for a two-night stay with the afternoon and evening yours to enjoy at leisure or venture out on one of the DiscoverMORE excursions. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Mar 23, 2025

Day
16

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Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam

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, City Hall, 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. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Monday - Mar 24, 2025

Day
17

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Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam

After breakfast this morning, you will be transferred to the Ho Chi Minh City airport to catch your onward or homebound flight.

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