Inspired by the golden age cruise liner Normandie, "The Jayavarman Cruise" is a 20th century boutique style marvel marries avant-garde French colonial design with enchanting Indochine architecture to perfection. "The Jayavarman Cruise" is Indochina's first of its kind boutique style river cruise liner and offers uncompromising luxury on 800 m² public space including 4 decks.The guest accommodation consists of 27 expansive and carefully designed staterooms with floor to ceiling panoramic sliding glass doors onto a private French balcony offer privacy and matchless luxury.Jayavarman Cruise Facts and FiguresBuilt: 2009Vessels Registry: VietnamType of Vessel: River and sea going vessel (20 nautical miles)Length: 58 mBeam: 11 mDraft: 1.6 mDecks: 4 - Main Deck, Upper Deck, Terrace Deck, Sun DeckGross tonnage: 700 tonsCruising speed: 10 nautical knotsElectricity: 220 voltsEngines: 2 Mitsubishi 500 HP Marine EnginesGenerator: 2 x 180 KVA Cummins and 1 x 65 KVA Cummins (encapsulated for noise reduction)Water: Reverse osmosis and UV water treatment plantSafety: Radio Comm., Radar, GPS, PA system, satellite phone, life jackets, life rafts, fire hydrants, flares and signals; fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors in each cabin.Crew: 40 (Cambodian hotel staff, Vietnamese crew)Hull design: Charming replica of the famous 1930s cruise liner "Normandie"Exterior Design: French colonial / art nouveauInterior Design: Indochine style / French colonial style with Khmer artifactsAccommodation: Up to 65 guestsCabins 2 Signature Staterooms / 11 Deluxe Staterooms / 14 Superior Staterooms

8 DAYS/ 7 NIGHTS “THE LOST CIVILIZATION” SAIGON PORT(SGN) - SIEM REAP (REP) AND VICE VERSA

The classic among the Mekong River Cruises - 8 day cruise “Lost Civilization” for the cruise aficionados combines places rarely visited with opulent world heritage sites on board the luxury boutique cruiser “Jayavarman” – the unforgettable cruise experience.

DAY 1: SAIGON - MY THO (L/D)

"The Sea of Mangroves"
Bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of Saigon you will go to My Tho for embarkation. My Tho is 70km South of Saigon and located on the upper Mekong river in Vietnam. Enjoy a cocktail reception at the Funnel Bar and Lounge followed by a Welcome Dinner on the Sun Deck. Drop anchor just outside of My Tho for the night. Overnight on the Jayavarman Cruise

DAY 2: CAI BE - CHAU DOC (B/L/D)

 "Vietnamese inventiveness"

Starts with  the Jayavarman Cruise among local sampans coming from all provinces of the delta full of fruits and vegetables. Proceed to Dong Hoa Hiep island located between Vinh Long and Cai Be. During a 40 minute cruise, discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong Delta rural life. These evergreen islands among the Mekong River still remain unknown to many people. Further stops will allow you to see traditional brick and tile factories and how locals use palm leaves for houses. After touring the canals, head to the Ba Duc ancient house to have know the descendants of the former imperial residents. Then you will observe the Cai Be’s colorful floating market from Caibe Princess boat.
Back on the sampans, cruise 20 minutes further to Phu An hamlet passing by Cai Be’s beautiful cathedral. Then, group 1 can stay on boat to go straight to the restaurant while group 2 explores the edges of the canals on bicycle. Lunch will await you at Le Longanier, a superb Indochinese villa located in a lush tropical garden by the river, surrounded by fruit orchards. After lunch the cruise will continue with the visit some interesting home factories to see how rice paste, rice cookies and coconut candies, are made, along with the longan fruit drying process.
Board The Jayavarman for a relaxing evening cruise towards Chau Doc. Moor midstream overnight.

Overnight on the Jayavarman Cruise

DAY 3: CHAU DOC - BORDER CROSSING (B/L/D)

"Taste of aqua cultural life"
Welcome to the circus of fish. The early birds will be treated to Thai Chi lessons on the Sun Deck. Brace yourself for a short excursion by trycicle in about 30 minutes. After that you will have a short walk to visit the local market then go by coach to visit Lady Temple. She is the most famous Lady who brings strong spirit to the local in their daily life. Go back to the quay, you will start a boat excursion to the exciting floating villages and catfish farms witnessing masses of basa fish being fed, hand in hand with a shore excursion to the village of the local Muslim Cham community.
By mid-afternoon, The Jayavarman casts off for the border towards Phnom Penh.  

Overnight on the Jayavarman Cruise

DAY 4: PHNOM PHENH (B/L/D)

"Pearl of the East"
Off we go early in the morning to witness a truly indescribable scene while approaching Phnom Penh’s river promenade. After breakfast, embark on a city tour in this dynamic, historical capital of Cambodia which has retained its French colonial charm. Sightseeing in the morning will include the dazzling white and gold architecture of the Royal Palace, outstanding displays of Khmer crafts at the National Museum and the temple on a hill - Wat Phnom. After lunch in a local restaurant, examine the painful, heart wrenching reminders of Cambodia’s ugly past under the Khmer Rouge regime with an excursion to the Genocide museum to learn more about the Cambodian civil war. Introduction and onsite lecture by a local history professor.
Thereafter, to ease the nerves a variety of cocktails will be at your disposal, followed by Cambodia’s traditional Apsara dance performance. Experience the brilliance and richness of the culture, the soothing sounds of traditional music, the calming scent of incense sticks and a delicious Khmer food buffet on the Jayavarman Cruise.

Overnight on the Jayavarman Cruise

DAY 5: PHNOM PHENH - KAMPONG CHAM (B/L/D)

Depart before the break of dawn from Phnom Penh with a stop at the little known Chong Koh silk weaving village for a leisure walk. We cruise past the Mekong’s tranquil villages and mind blowing river life with scores of fishermen on duty.
Visit Wat Nokor, a wat built within the ruins of an ancient temple that holds a timeless story. Then, travel to the Cheung Kok Ecotourism Village, a small village developed with support from Assistance Médiation Internationale (AMICA). Travelers can visit the village and take part in activities to experience village life. Profits from tourism go towards re-investment into long-term projects.

Overnight on the Jayavarman Cruise

DAY 6: KAMPONG CHAM - WAT HANCHEY (B/L/D)

"Cambodia's province and the wetlands"

Wake up in the wee hours of the morning, truly energized to embark on a journey upriver to the pre-Angkorian temple of Wat Hanchey. Located at the top of a hill overlooking the river, it offers some of the best views in Cambodia. Dating from the 8th century, these ancient structures do justice to the architecture of the Chenla Empire which predated the glories of the mighty Angkor. Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding well organized rice paddy plains, as well as a travelers blessing performed by the local monks.

Overnight on the Jayavarman Cruise

DAY 7: KAMPONG CHAM - KAMPONG CHHNANG - TONLE SAP (B/L/D)

 "Waterworld"

Before the sun rises, The Jayavarman sets sail to Kampong Chhnang via Prek K’dam along the meandering Tonle Sap River, which narrows through leafy swaths of the South East Asian jungle. Take a walk through Kampong Louang, one of the last silversmith villages, to see the entire community involved in making various silver items to sell. Get back aboard The Jayavarman to eat lunch while cruising towards Kampong Chhnang.
After lunch, take a motorboat excursion from Kampong Chhnang to see the wetlands,
floating houses and fish farms in the region. Make a stop at a Heritage Line sponsored floating school to interact with the children and teach them some English! This is the day to truly experience rural Khmer life. In the evening, a mouth watering Farewell Dinner will be served on the Jayavarman Cruise's Sun Deck.

Overnight on the Jayavarman Cruise

DAY 8: TONLE SAP - SIEM REAP (B)
 "Angkor Awaits"

This great lake dominates Cambodia and is over 150 km in length. The birdlife is profuse and from the middle of the lake one cannot even see the shores. Witness stillness and tranquility on the way to Siem Reap. The water level varies a great deal according to the time of the year and the amount of rainfall recorded. Thus, changes may occur for the different seasons.
High Water Program (approx. between July and December)
Cross the Tonle Sap Lake at dawn and 11:00 disembark at Siem Reap Port for onward coach transfer to the hotel by 12:00 pm
Low Water Program (approx. between December and June)
The Jayavarman cruises early morning to Prek K’dam where you will disembark The Jayavarman after breakfast. Board a coach at 9:00am which will take you to see a pre-Angorian temple on your way to Siem Reap. A packed lunch and refreshments will be available along the way. Arrive in Siem Reap early afternoon.

Schedule

Year	2011			2012
Month	Oct (HS)	Nov (HS)	Dec (HS)	Jan (HS)	Feb (HS)	Mar (HS)	Apr (HS)
SG - REP	8/22	5/19	3/17/21	14/28	11/25	10/24	7
REP - SG	1/15/29	12/26	10/24	7/21	4/18	3/17/31	14

 

Rate per room (02 persons per room):

Cabin types	Superior	Deluxe	Signature
High Season 2011	5200	5995	6450
Low Season 2011	3380	3900	4190
Oct 2011 - Mar 2012	5360	6185	6640
Apr 2012	4020	4640	4985

 Note*:

• Low season: from 01 July to 30th October
• High Season: for other periods other than low season.
• Rate Excludes the Phnom Penh Port tax of US$65/person
• US$250/cabin is added for Christmas and New Year Eve

Inclusion: accommodation, full board, all excursions, entrance fee and transportation, drinking water all day and coffee/tea for breakfast.

Other policies:

• Children (from 5-12): 80% off on regular Cruise price/cabin without extra bed
• Single use: 25% off on regular cruise price
• Extra bed: 70% off on regular Cruise price/cabin.

Additional Information 

WHAT TO BRING:

• Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, Insect, Repellentand Original Passport...

HOW TO START:

• Vietnam Family Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
• If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Vietnam Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival)

 

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"The Jayavarman" - a floating sanctuary of style and space

Inspired by the golden age cruise liner Normandie, "The Jayavarman" is a 20th century boutique style marvel marries avant-garde French colonial design with enchanting Indochine architecture to perfection.

"The Jayavarman" is Indochina's first of its kind boutique style river cruise liner and offers uncompromising luxury on 800m� public space including 4 decks.

The guest accommodation consists of 27 expansive and carefully designed staterooms with floor to ceiling panoramic sliding glass doors onto a private French balcony offer privacy and matchless luxury.