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Follow The Mekong - Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam

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£3,701^*per person

Overview

Take a colourful journey of a lifetime through South East Asia's verdant lands, experiencing unforgettable must-see highlights.

This extraordinary tour begins amid the excitement, noise and kaleidoscopic wonder of the Thai capital, Bangkok. After the chance to see the River Kwai, you'll journey into Cambodia, to explore the Khmer citadel of Angkor Thom, discover the vast serenity of Angkor Wat, and the palaces and museums of the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh. A scenic boat journey through the Mekong Delta brings you to Ho Chi Minh City – formerly and famously Saigon – a fitting finale to this wonderful tour of South East Asia.

Itinerary

Fly to Thailand - Begin your holiday with an overnight flight to Bangkok, via Dubai.
Day at leisure - Arrive in Bangkok, meet your tour manager and transfer to your hotel. Spend your afternoon relaxing and enjoying the hotel's facilities, or head out to begin exploring the city.
Included floating markets and Bangkok city tour - Immerse yourself in Thai culture, on a full-day sightseeing tour. Your first stop will be the colourful floating markets at Damnoen Saduak. Watch as the locals buy fresh produce from the traders on the boats, then head back into Bangkok for a guided tour. See the Royal Island, where the Grand Palace adjoins the Wat Phra Kaew temple with its Emerald Buddha, as well as the less formal Wat Pho temple, home to the gigantic Reclining Buddha.
Day at leisure or optional River Kwai excursion - Relax in Bangkok, or perhaps join today's optional River Kwai and the Death Railway excursion. Travel by train, through a fascinating landscape of rice fields and sugar-cane plantations and into the Thai jungle, to Nam Tok Sai Yok Noi. Enjoy lunch, and visit Kanchanaburi's beautifully-tended war cemeteries as well as the various museums connected with this area's tragic WWII history, the construction of the Death Railway and the infamous Bridge over the River Kwai.
Travel from Thailand to Cambodia - An early start sees you journey, through a stunning rural landscape barely changed in centuries, to the border at Psar Phrum, where you'll cross into Cambodia. Formalities completed, you'll begin the second part of your adventure with the short journey to the elegant French colonial city of Battambang. Please note: While the Thailand-Cambodia border remains closed, you'll be taking an internal flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap today and the order of the hotels may change. A confirmation of the final itinerary will be advised closer to departure whilst we closely monitor the situation.
Travel from Battambang to Siem Reap - Today you'll travel to Wat Ek Phnom, a pre-Angkor Period temple situated on the banks of the Sandker River. Later, you'll visit the Cambodia Peace Gallery where you'll learn about Cambodia’s journey from war towards peace reconciliation. Continue to the colourful market town of Siem Reap, home to the archaeological Angkor National Museum and your gateway to the incredible temple complex of Angkor Thom.
Visit to Kok Sangke community - Today, you’ll be driven to the Kok Sangke community to visit the home of a local family who’ll make you several traditional Khmer desserts. You’ll then learn about the village’s sustainable farming techniques, visit a community centre, which teaches local farmers about eco-friendly farming methods, see some nearby farms, and have lunch before travelling to Wat Luang Proleung and the village of Kampong Khleang.
Included Bayon Temple, Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat excursion - Discover the four vast stone heads and countless carved faces of the Bayon, which stands in the heart of the 'lost city' of Angkor Thom, today. Angkor Thom was the greatest citadel of the Khmer Empire that ruled half of South East Asia for nearly 600 years, and its ruined boulevards and gateways cover a vast area to the north of Siem Reap. And yet it is not the highlight of this landscape littered with great ruins. That title goes to Angkor Wat. The world's largest religious building, with its five great towers and 1000-metre-long carved bas-relief, is dazzling and unforgettable. Expect to return to your hotel awed and amazed by everything you've seen.
Travel from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh - Journey to Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh, a French colonial treasure-chest on the banks of the Mekong River, which exudes dusty, faded glory, except in its stupendous Royal Palace with its Silver Pagoda of priceless Buddhist artefacts.
Included Tuol Sleng Museum visit and Mekong boat trip to Vietnam - Spend a thought-provoking morning at the Tuol Sleng Museum, which chronicles the Pol Pot years and the reign of the Khmer Rouge. Afterwards, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Wat Phnom Temple before you board the fast boat along the Mekong River to feel the wind on your face on a thrilling boat ride into Vietnam.

Included Nui Sam visit and travel to Can Tho - Your day begins with a visit to the holy mountain of Nui Sam. Studded with pagodas and temples, the mountain offers visitors stunning views over the Mekong Delta, which awaits you today. You'll stay overnight in the university town of Can Tho, with its colourful floating markets, busy working harbour and sacred Khmer pagoda, Muniwangsyaram.
Travel from Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City - Enjoy another journey through the Mekong landscape of rice paddies, flat-bottomed boats, fruit trees and bougainvillea, peopled by farmers in conical hats and dotted with floating markets. Take a fascinating boat ride to the floating markets of Cai Rang and Cai Be, before arriving in Ho Chi Minh City, this evening, for a two-night stay.
Included Cu Chi Tunnels excursion - This morning, take breakfast at the hotel before board the coach for a scenic drive north past rice past traditional rice paddies to the rural outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City. Here, you'll find the remarkable Cu Chi tunnel complex, which provides a poignant reminder of the country's recent history. Enjoy an introductory talk, outlining the wartime experience of the Vietnamese people, and settle in for up-close demonstrations of the cunning traps created by the Viet Cong. If you're feeling adventurous, you'll have the opportunity to delve beneath the surface for a crawl through a section of this 200 km tunnel network. Formerly used as a base of operations for the Viet Cong's guerilla campaign, this underground complex now serves as a national memorial for those who lost their lives in the conflict. The day will end with a celebratory farewell dinner, the perfect opportunity to look back on your holiday and relive the many highlights.
Included Ho Chi Minh City Tour and return flight - After breakfast at the hotel, mark your final morning in Ho Chi Minh City with a fascinating guided tour. This excursion will reveal the city's fascinating blend of French-colonial history and modern Vietnamese life. Highlights include the grand General Post Office, the Reunification Hall on the site of the former President's Palace, the Xa Loi Pagoda with its bronze Buddha, and (time permitting) the War Remnants Museum. Later this afternoon, transfer to the airport for your overnight flight back to the UK.
Arrive back in the UK - You'll touch down in the UK, today, after an overnight flight and an unforgettable tour of South East Asia.

What's Included

Holiday Highlights

Exploring Bangkok's Buddhist palaces and monuments
A visit to Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Saigon)
Journey along the Mekong River by fast passenger boat
Marvel at Bayon Temple, with its extraordinary carved heads, Angkor Thom, the last surviving Khmer city, & the magnificent Angkor Wat.
Cruise across Tonlé Sap – South East Asia’s ‘Great Lake’
A visit to the floating markets at Damnoen Saduak and Cai Rang
A chance to see the infamous Cu Chi tunnel complex, a former Viet Cong hideaway

Our Price Includes

12 nights’ mixed-board accommodation in Bangkok (3 nights), Battambang (1), Siem Reap (3), Phnom Penh (1) Chau Doc (1), Can Tho (1) and Ho Chi Minh City (2), plus two nights on the aircraft
12 breakfasts, eight lunches, and seven dinners
Visit to the Damnoen Saduak and Cai Rang floating markets
Tour of Bangkok
Excursion to a Kok Sangke community
Visits to Bayon Temple, Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat
Tour of the Tuol Sleng Museum
Mekong River cruise
Visit to Nui Sam
Excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels
Tour of Ho Chi Minh City
Return flights to Bangkok and from Ho Chi Minh City, as well as all internal flights
Air-conditioned coach travel and transfers throughout
Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

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Accommodation

Follow the Mekong - Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam Touring Hotel -

Introduction
You'll be staying in a series of well-located hotels, all of which will be of a European four-star standard. Throughout, rooms have air conditioning, private facilities, telephones, TV, mini-bars and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Solitaire Bangkok Sukhumvit 11, Bangkok (nights 2-4)
Located just a short walk from the train station, this stylish hotel is also near an assortment of shops and restaurants. Fashionable guestrooms have TVs, mini-bars, tea/coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi. There is an outdoor swimming pool, a gym, and a steam room. Guests can choose from six restaurants and bars, offering different settings and serving a range of cuisines.

Classy Hotel & Spa, Battambang (night 5)
Perfectly positioned in the heart of historical Battambang, the Classy Hotel is within walking distance of many restaurants, bars and the Old French Quarter. The hotel offers a swimming pool, a restaurant and a bar. or

V V Hotel, Battambang (night 5)
Ideally placed in the centre of Battambang, this high-rise hotel has a rooftop swimming pool, a sauna, a terrace, a fitness centre, and a restaurant, serving Chinese, French, and Cambodian cuisine. Comfortable guestrooms feature air conditioning, balconies, mini-bars, and free Wi-Fi.

The Aviary Hotel, Siem Reap (nights 6-8)
A stylish boutique hotel situated within walking distance from lively Pub Street. Airy guestrooms feature natural wood, birdlife-inspired décor, TVs, Bluetooth speakers, mini-bars, tea/coffee-making facilities, safes, Wi-Fi, and balconies. At the centre of the property is an outdoor swimming pool, and guests have access to a rooftop deck with another pool, as well as a spa and fitness centre. There are two restaurants serving Japanese and Cambodian cuisine and a tropical-themed café.

Sun and Moon Hotel, Phnom Penh (night 9)
An urban oasis at the heart of the Cambodian capital, this four-star hotel boasts stylish décor and breath-taking views over the bustling city streets, Phnom Penh’s most iconic landmarks and the vast Mekong River. Touches of luxury come from the hotel’s spa, complete with a sauna, jacuzzi and masseuse parlour, and onsite salon. Also available is a fitness suite and infinity pool, overlooking the city’s riverfront, as well as a restaurant serving both regional and international cuisine. Modern guestrooms are soundproofed and air-conditioned throughout, and feature a TV, water dispenser with tea/coffee supplies, free Wi-Fi and a safe.

Victoria Hotel, Chau Doc (night 10)
Built in a colonial style, with low-rise French architectural design, this hotel is located on the banks of the Bassac River, deep in the Mekong Delta. It has a bar, an outdoor swimming pool and a spa. The hotel's restaurant has outdoor seating overlooking the river.

Victoria Hotel, Can Tho (night 11)
Set on the banks of the Hau River, amid exotic gardens, this hotel is built in colonial style. All the guestrooms have balconies, and the hotel has a restaurant, a bar and a spa.

New World Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City (nights 12-13)
Relax in the comfort of an onsite botanical garden, multi-sport courts or Ho Chi Minh City’s largest outdoor swimming pool with a stay in this stylish inner-city hotel. Onsite dining options embrace Vietnam’s diverse cultural influences with European and traditional Vietnamese fare offered, and the hotel’s spa offers a range of treatments to unwind with. Luxury is at the heart of this five-star hotel’s guestrooms, with luxury furnishings, toiletries and a minibar, stocked with premium beverages, available. Guestrooms also feature TVs and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Should circumstances require, we reserve the right to accommodate you in a conveniently located, alternative hotel of a similar standard.

Other Information

Tonle Sap

Should the water in Tonle Sap Lake be too low, the journey by boat on Day Seven will be replaced with coach transportation.

Itinerary changes

Occasionally, for operational reasons, we may have to change the order of the excursions on your holiday. The final day-by-day itinerary will be confirmed on your Final Travel Documents, which you will receive approximately three weeks prior to your departure.

Hotel transfer times

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Passports, visas and entry

British citizens require machine-readable passports when travelling overseas. A visa is required for entry to Cambodia which can be obtained upon arrival. Your passport must contain two blank pages and be valid for six months beyond the exit date from Cambodia. The current charge for British Citizens is £35. British Citizens do not require a visa to visit Thailand or Vietnam (if staying for less than 15 days). Other nationalities should always check with the relevant authorities. From May 1, 2025, Thailand's traditional paper arrival card will be replaced by the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC). All non-Thai nationals entering Thailand by air, land, or sea must register for the TDAC online before arrival. This new system simplifies immigration procedures and integrates seamlessly with Thailand’s digital systems. Registration is required within days of arrival and can be completed here: https://tdac.immigration.go.th You are responsible for ensuring you have the correct entry documentation. Newmarket Holidays cannot accept responsibility for entry being refused due to failure on the part of any customer to produce correct documentation. British Citizens should refer to Foreign travel advice at GOV.UK for up-to-date information about passports and visas. Other nationalities and non-British passport holders should check with the relevant authorities.

Foreign Office Travel Advice

Visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice to find out the latest Foreign And Commonwealth Office travel advice for your holiday destination, as well as information about passports and visas.

Luggage allowance

You are permitted to take one suitcase per person on the aircraft, which should not exceed 20kg.

Special requirements

If you have notified us of any special requirements, please check that they have been noted and acknowledged. This is especially important with any dietary needs you may have.

Disabled access

The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made. In many developing countries access is sometimes not as easy as at home. Should you have walking difficulties, getting around monuments and attractions may be harder and, in some cases, impossible. Should you have any concerns whatsoever please do contact us prior to travel.

Changes to your hotels

Should circumstances require, we reserve the right to accommodate you in alternative hotels, of a similar standard, nearby. Full details of your hotels will be sent with your Final Travel Documents.

Road conditions

In developing countries road networks are continually being improved and expanded, which can mean that, from time to time, roadworks and rough road surfaces can extend journey times. Some journeys are made on winding mountain roads and passes, which may also make for slow travelling - although the scenery is usually worth it! Many roads do not have separate pavements or safety barriers, and great care should be taken when crossing or walking alongside roads.

On your flight

All flights travel overnight and land at your destination the next day. On-board meals will usually be dinner and breakfast. All drinks are complimentary.

Travel vaccinations

Requirements and advice can vary over time, and from person to person, so please contact your GP about eight weeks before your trip to check whether you need any vaccinations or any other preventive measures.

Holiday code

N450

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