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So you’re thinking of a river cruise to Southeast Asia and a Mekong River cruise. What are the first images that come to mind when you think of Cambodia and Vietnam? If you are like us here at Premier you probably harken back to the days of the infamous Khmer Rouge and the killing fields of Cambodia, the Viet Cong, the Hanoi Hilton, the last Marine helicopter leaving the American Embassy in Saigon — images and scenes so chillingly recounted in the many documentaries and movies about that tragic period in our history — the Vietnam War.

Well, the conflict is over 35 years in the past and today's Vietnam and Cambodia, while still bearing some scars from that period, have moved forward much like Japan did after WWII.  Today both of these southeast Asia marvels are enjoying a rebirth in many areas, particularly in travel, as people from all over the world redisccover this hidden gem, its warm and friendly people, their rich cultural heritage, and the beautiful natural scenery shared by both countries. Click HERE to continue reading article below.

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Jul 18 2013	Hanoi Ho Chi Minh City	14		Cruise & Land	Magnificent Mekong	Viking RV Indochina	$3499	GetQuote
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At Premier, we believe that a Southeast Asia river cruise is truly a “sleeper” and will be one of your most rewarding and enriching travel memories, one packed with diversity, a bit of intrigue, lots of relevant history and some of the warmest and friendliest people you will ever encounter. That said, it is not for everyone. This is a destination that is best suited for those who have already been fortunate enough to visit Europe and other major regions of the world. In other words, this should not be your first river cruise vacation unless you have a specific and personal reason for such a visit. We feel that way because of two reasons; first the language and because Southeast Asia cruises tend to be a bit more structured and you are tied a bit more closely to the gifted and well educated English speaking guides who accompany your river cruise. That is not to say you won’t find roaming on your own through the very safe streets of Hanoi and Saigon fascinating, you most certainly will. You may [at times] also find the weather a bit warm and there is a tendency for it to be moderately humid irrespective of when you visit. Best time to visit is in the period November — early April and only way to visit for those a bit fussy about their accommodations and comfort is on Mekong River cruise.

Spread over a vast area, this intriguing region is bordered on the north by China, on the east by India, and on the south by Australia. Its western border is the Pacific Ocean. The region consists of countries physically connect to the rest of Asia – Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, among others — and countries such as the Philippines and Indonesia, comprised of literally thousands of individual islands, some very large and others mere specks, scattered hundreds of miles over the reaches of the Pacific and Indian Oceans.  
Your primary river cruise destinations of Vietnam and Cambodia have great diversity of scenery from their verdant tropical waterways to the pine forests and peaks of the mountains, from the sandy beaches of the coast to the cool tea and coffee plantations of the central highlands.  Here too you also will discover the 12th longest river in the world, the mighty Mekong which flows through several countries, of which river cruising currently only visits two. This is a photographers dream come true – a region that has a unique, dramatic and vibrant photographic story at each and every turn in the river.

Did you ever wonder why it seemed that many people here spoke French, enjoyed their café au lait, and lived in cities such as Saigon, Phnom Penh, and Hanoi, with buildings and architectural landmarks that looked suspiciously like Paris, albeit on a much smaller size? Surprised — well it’s no wonder that there is such a heavy French influence in this part of the world. Starting in the mid 1800’s and lasting until 1954, the major western player in this part of the world was France. Cambodia and Vietnam, and to a lesser degree Laos, comprised what was known as French Indochina. There are still many reminders of France’s presence in the elegant French colonial capital of Phnom Penh in Cambodia and the graceful and intimate charms of old Hanoi in Vietnam? So don’t worry – you can have that French baguette to go with that delicious cup of morning coffee!

Like other cruise-tour programs available in China and Egypt, spending time before and after the actual river cruise should be an integral part of your visit to this part of the world. You’ve come such a long way; it would be a shame not to experience as much as possible of all the travel options that both Cambodia and Vietnam have to offer. Trust us, you really do not want to miss such sights as Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with over 1600 spectacular limestone islands and islets, China Beach (remember the acclaimed television series?), and cities such as Hue, the old Imperial Capital with its wealth of palaces, pagodas and temples.

As someone famous once said, “you’ve come a long way baby!” and we think that’s something you need to remember as you plan for your exciting and rewarding Southeast Asia River cruise. You have come a long way and you may not go back very soon. Therefore, one of the other suggestions your Premier River Cruises agent will urge you to consider is a 3-4 day stopover to enjoy the sights, sounds and less we forget ladies, the incredible values of shopping in fabulous Hong Kong, and yes it’s still a great place to shop.

Not all the major lines go to Southeast Asia, but the selection of those who do will provide you with a delectable array of great choices including; Ama Waterways which introduced their newest ship [2011], the elegant and intimate MS AmaLotus offering 124 lucky guest the ultimate in a Southeast Asia river cruise experience. While this new beauty may not ever be over-crowded, her guests will be treated to some of the most spacious and comfortable staterooms and suites of any river ship in the world. Her fully air-conditioned rooms range in size from a very comfortable 226 square feet up to the apartment-like 452 square feet found in the AmaLotus’ suites.

Her exquisitely decorated accommodations are accented with traditional Colonial touches and furnished with many regional Khmer artifacts. Most [90%] of her outside staterooms and suites feature balconies and the best of room amenities including writing des, lush bathrobes and slippers, a mini-bar and of course, a great hairdryer. For those moments when you on the go, the AmaLotus also has two elegant public areas, two Colonial inspired lounges, a full library, fitness center and even an outdoor whirlpool… she’s something special.

Also serving the Mekong River and Southeast Asia is Uniworld Boutique River cruises, Avalon Waterways and Viking River Cruises. Uniworld will soon have two breathtaking small ships on the Mekong; the 60 passenger River Saigon and the brand new [2013], 60 passenger River Saigon.

There are currently some exceptional offers for Vietnam river cruises, check them out on the cruise locator below.

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