Travel Advice
Before you board
Hoi An, Quy Nhon & The Vietage by Anantara
Fly overnight from the UK to Ho Chi Minh city for a one-night stay before flying to Hoi An for a two-night stay in the luxurious Anantara Hoi An. Then, enjoy a journey on the five-star Vietage train by Anantara, offering private booths and gourmet dining experiences, arriving in Da Nang and transferring to the Anantara Quy Nhon for a two-night stay, where 25 villas overlook a private cove. Then, fly to Ho Chi Minh for a one-night stay ready to transfer to My Tho port the following day for your Mekong cruise on AmaDara.
17 November
Setting sail from Ho Chi Minh City
Saigon, as it was known then, was the capital of the South during the Vietnam War, and American-style capitalism has been embraced more enthusiastically here than in the North, with a clutch of shining skyscrapers standing as testament to Vietnam’s surging economic growth.
17 November
Vietnam: My Tho
My Tho is the start or end point for most Mekong river cruises, a busy port situated just under two hours’ drive south of Ho Chi Minh City. You’re unlikely to spend any time in the town itself, but you’ll be able to settle in on board your ship and catch your first glimpses of life on the Mekong Delta.
18 November
Vietnam: Cai Be
Cai Be is home to a fascinating floating market, and it’s a great place to observe life along the Mekong. You can learn about the production of rice paper, coconut candy and whisky, and take a trip along the backwaters on a little two-person rowing boat.
18 November
Vietnam: Sa Dec
The riverfront town of Sa Dec is one of the most appealing destinations in the Mekong Delta, a laid back and peaceful place where boats laden with flowers from the nearby markets ply the waterways, overlooked by beautiful old French colonial villas.
19 November
Vietnam: Tan Chau
20 November
Cambodia: Phnom Penh
Cambodia’s lively, youthful capital has shown a remarkable resilience in bouncing back from the horrors of the Khmer Rouge regime. The beautiful Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda shouldn’t be missed, while the former Tuol Sleng prison is a harrowing reminder of Phnom Penh’s recent past.
21 November
Cambodia: Oudong
Oudong was once the capital of Cambodia, and served as the royal residence for over 250 years until it was abandoned by King Norodom in 1866. The twin peaks of Phnom Oudong mountain are scattered with Buddhist stupas, and offer great views of the surrounding countryside.
21 November
Cambodia: Phnom Penh
Cambodia’s lively, youthful capital has shown a remarkable resilience in bouncing back from the horrors of the Khmer Rouge regime. The beautiful Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda shouldn’t be missed, while the former Tuol Sleng prison is a harrowing reminder of Phnom Penh’s recent past.
22-23 November
Cambodia: Oknha Tey Village, Angkor Ban
23-24 November
Cambodia: Kampong Cham
A visit to Kampong Cham will give you an insight into life in a provincial Cambodian city, well off the normal tourist trail. Situated on a bend in the Mekong river, the city is known for its quirky bamboo bridge which is rebuilt every year, and there are also some interesting temples nearby.
24 November
Arriving in Siem Reap
The town of Siem Reap is a pleasant enough place in its own right, but that's not why so many people flock here; this is the gateway to the sprawling ruins of Angkor, the spectacular seat of the ancient Khmer empire. The temple of Angkor Wat is the most famous, and some might say the most beautiful, of the structures that stand amongst the jungle around Siem Reap. We recommend getting here early in the morning if you can, to avoid the crowds. Other notable sights include the ruined city of Angkor Thom and the eerie temple of Ta Prohm, which has been left more or less as it was found, overgrown with vegetation, the stones gripped by huge tree roots.
Our tip
Visit the amazing Bayon Temple, where what feels like hundreds of gently smiling faces peer at you from the stone towers.
Mundy Exclusive
Your fare includes: 7 nights in a Category C Stateroom including: all meals, drinks, gratuities and taxes; choice of excursions; journey on the Vietage by Anantara; two nights of hotel stays in Ho Chi Minh City; two-night Anantara Quy Nhon hotel stay; FREE two-night Anantara Hoi An hotel stay; all domestic flights; international flights; overseas transfers.
Your home from home
AmaDara is designed to provide a luxurious haven as you explore the fascinating destinations of Vietnam and Cambodia, with a stylish teak interior and elegant, welcoming public areas.
What we love
Each stateroom has a twin balcony which includes an outside seating area and French balcony, ideal for admiring the scenic river views. There are two dining venues: the Main Restaurant and the intimate Chef's Table.
| Capacity | 124 Guests |
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| Crew | 50 Staff |
| Style | Relaxed and informal during the day, giving way to an elegant evening atmosphere. |
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Tailor-make your trip
Ways to make it better
Where to stay in Saigon
We think the Park Hyatt is a good choice.
Sightseeing in Saigon
The country’s turbulent past is captured superbly at the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum. A fascinating visit.
Where to stay in Siem Reap
La Residence d’Angkor edges in front as our favourite.
Touring the temples
A tour of the main sites at Angkor can be squeezed into a day, but take three days to explorer the outer temples and learn more about the medieval world's greatest metropolis.
