Vietnam, Cambodia and the Mekong Boutique River Cruise and Tour

Already leading the way in elegant, hotel-style river cruising on 13 waterways throughout Europe, Russia, Egypt and China, Uniworld is pleased to introduce a new level of cruising to South-East Asia with the launch of its luxurious new ship, the River Saigon, sailing the magnificent Mekong through Vietnam and Cambodia.

John Molinaro, general manager, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises said, “The Mekong has proven to be a popular exotic holiday destination and was an ideal extension to our program. It offers our trade partners a unique luxurious, all-inclusive holiday option for their clients in this region.

“Our presence on the Mekong introduces truly boutique river cruising holidays to Vietnam and Cambodia. We are launching with a brand-new ship, the River Saigon, which is being purpose built with direct input from Uniworld to ensure the high standards we are renowned for. The River Saigon, our beautifully handcrafted flagship vessel boasts just 30 riverview staterooms, which means no more than 60 guests, making ours the most intimate ship on the river.

andnbsp;Each deluxe stateroom is a generous 15.6 square metres featuring exquisite French-doors which open onto an outside sitting area, allowing for beautiful views of the river. Our guests will also enjoy the finest linens, a pillow menu, individual climate control, bottled water, robes, slippers and fine bath and body products.

“The ship’s public areas have also been carefully considered to offer the ultimate in comfort and luxury with a spacious sun deck, a separate lounge with library, massage room, boutique and Panoramic fine-dining restaurant.

“Being a boutique vessel means more access and opportunities for our guests to explore this fascinating part of the world than they would have on a larger ship. Shore excursions, limited to just 20 people, are also ideal for exploring the floating villages, local markets and fabled temples along the river. All of this, combined with our exceptional onboard service, will guarantee a personalised experience for our guests, from beginning to end.

“We’ve also included exclusive VIP Benefit Packages at every hotel, so our guests enjoy the finest service on the land portion of the journey, from private check-in at each hotel to welcome drinks, in-room welcome flowers and tropical fruit platters.”

Uniworld’s 15-day Vietnam, Cambodia andamp; the Mekong Boutique River Cruise and Tour highlights the striking cultural contrast between bustling Vietnam and the tranquility of Cambodia cruising from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Kampong Cham visiting Sa Dec, Cu Lao Gien, Phnom Penh, Kampong Chhnang, Chong Koh, Angkor Ban and Wat Hanchey before visiting Siem Reap and Hanoi.

Priced from $5,499 per person, twin share, cruise and tour this value-packed luxury holiday includes; seven-night Mekong river cruise in a riverview stateroom, seven-nights in centrally located deluxe hotels, buffet breakfast daily, all meals onboard the River Saigon, complimentary fine wine with dinner as well as tea and coffee, soft drinks, local beer and spirits while cruising, the services of an experienced Uniworld Tour Manager throughout the trip, fascinating shore excursions with expert local guides, domestic flight between Siem Reap and Hanoi and arrival and departure transfers.

To make it even easier for agents to close the sale, Uniworld is offering Pay in Full savings of up to $960 per couple off the price of the holiday when paid in full at the time of booking before September 30, 2011. You can also offer your clients Early Booking Savings of up to $480 per couple for bookings made and deposited before November 30, 2011.

Uniworld’s Gold Seal Protection can be purchased for just $89 per person to ensure added peace of mind for your clients. Should they need to cancel their tour/cruise Uniworld will provide a future cruise credit certificate valid for two years, allowing your clients to travel with Uniworld at another time, without penalty (conditions apply).

Uniworld’s new Vietnam, Cambodia andamp; the Mekong Boutique River Cruise andamp; Tour is available for sale now. The River Saigon’s maiden voyage will be January 15, 2012 with departures available through to March 25, then September 6 to December 27, 2012.

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