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Bassac Pandaw
1920s character • Exploratory itineraries
The Pandaw fleet are replicas of colonial-era
steamers, finished in teak and brass in a 1920s
style. Their shallow draft makes it possible to
cruise to otherwise inaccessible areas of the
Mekong. The Bassac Pandaw sails between
Cambodia and Vietnam, accommodating
guests across 30 staterooms – each with
private deck space. Asian and European cuisine
is served in the dining room, which is open to
the gentle breeze during the day and closed
and air-conditioned come the night. On the
upper deck, you can clink glasses at the cocktail
bar, or enjoy the views from the sun deck –
part-shaded by an awning. Further facilities
include a library, a lecture room, a gallery, and
a fair-trade shop. There are optional activities
as well as cultural performances to enliven life
on board.
Pandaw Expeditions
Jayavarman
Named after the 12th-century Khmer king, Jayavarman plies the Lower
Mekong between Cambodia and Vietnam, offering three-, four-, and
seven-night expeditions. Its interior incorporates French-colonial and
Khmer designs into décor that is distinctly art deco. Each of the 27
cabins boasts a private river-view balcony. Facilities include a salon and
spa; an observatory; a dining room; a bar and lounge; a library; and a
sun deck with pool.
Jahan
This Heritage Line vessel is the sister ship to the Jayavarman and named
in honour of Shah Jahan – the 16th-century Mughal ruler and conceiver
of the Taj Mahal. Traditional Indian and British-colonial styling runs
throughout, from the 26 cabins to the Raj-inspired lounge. Further
facilities onboard the Jahan include a restaurant serving Asian fusion
cuisine; a bar mixing signature cocktails; a spa; an outdoor pool; a gym;
and an observatory.
Suggested itinerary
A River Journey on
the Mekong
14 days & 12 nights
from £4,575 (incl. flights)
Category • Luxury
Explore the sights and sounds along the
Mekong as you journey between Vietnam
and Cambodia. This cruise can be taken
either up or downstream, ending or
beginning at the temples of Angkor.
Day 1: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Catch your flight to Vietnam. (N)
Days 2 & 3: Ho Chi Minh City
Arrive and transfer to the Caravelle Hotel for
2 nights. Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels. (B, L)
Day 4: Mekong
Transfer to My Tho to board the Jayavarman
or Jahan for a 7-night cruise to Siem Reap,
Cambodia. (B, D)
Day 5: Cai Be • Sa Dec • Binh Thanh island
Take a boat trip around Cai Be to see the
floating market, and explore the islands and
orchards of the delta. (B, L, D)
Day 6: Tan Chau
Visit a local market and village that specialises
in catfish farming, then cross the border into
Cambodia. (B, L, D)
Day 7: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Full-day tour of Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s
bustling capital. (B, L, D)
Day 8: Angkor Ban & temples
Visit the hilltop pre-Angkorian temple of Wat
Hanchey and enjoy views of the countryside.
(B, L, D)
Day 9: Koh Oknha Tey
Sail downstream and stop at the island of
Koh Oknha Tey, notable for its manufacture
of high-quality silk products. (B, L, D)
Day 10: Kampong Chhnang • Tonle Sap
Take a walking tour to see Khmer pottery and
palm sugar production, then cruise along the
narrow Tonle river into the vast Tonle Sap
lake (subject to river levels). (B, L, D)
Day 11: Siem Reap
Early morning crossing of Tonle Sap lake, then
transfer to Siem Reap. Stay at the Belmond La
Résidence d’Angkor for 3 nights. (B)
Days 12 & 13: Angkor temples
Explore picturesque Ta Prohm, Angkor Wat,
Angkor Thom, and some of the smaller
temples of Angkor, including the Roluos
Group and Banteay Srei. (B)
Day 14: Fly home
Transfer to the airport for your departure
flight. (B)
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