Vietnam, Cambodia and the Riches of the Mekong River

In 2000, UNESCO recognized Ha Long Bay as the World Heritage Site for its geological and geomorphological values. Situated in the North East of Vietnam as a part of the Tonkin Gulf, Ha Long Bay covers a total area of 1,553 km2 with 1,969 islands of various sizes tectonically aged 250 to 280 million years. The site is strewn with stone islands and famous grottoes.  Ha Long Bay looks like a huge vivid painting that embraces stone islands and breath-taking caves. It boasts such typical eco-systems as mangroves, corals, lagoons and tropical forests, and thousands of various animals and plants, including species that are unique to Ha Long Bay.

Where the Old and New World Collide
Hanoi is the social, cultural, and economic center of Vietnam.  The city of  Hanoi still preserves many ancient architectural works including One Pillar Pagoda (built in 1042), the Temple of Literature (built in 1070) and over 600 pagodas. 

Ho Chi Minh City ( Saigon ) is the commercial and economic center of Vietnam. Stately pagodas stand beside gleaming skyscrapers, trendy sidewalk cafes and  centuries-old traditional market stalls. Once known as the “ Paris of the East’

If Cambodia is a treasure trove, its jewel box is Angkor.  UNESCO has designated a particularly rich concentration of temples near the city Siem Reap as the Angkor Archaeological Park.  This World Heritage Site is known for its spectacular temple remnants and rebuilt structures. The most legendary is  Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world.

Often referred to as the rice bowl of Vietnam, the fertile Mekong Delta is also famous for its tropical fruits and flowers.  Cruising along these canals and visiting the floating markets always proves to be a fascinating and rewarding experience for all visitors.

Our cruise ship is the brand-new 92 passenger MS La Marguerite. It was specifically built to provide the most luxurious and immersive experience on South East Asia’s  legendary Mekong River. With a design that combines colonial elegance with local artifacts and regional Mekong touches , MS La Marguerite is the perfect setting for an unforgettable river odyssey. 

Join us on this incredible holiday.  Contact Erika Gal,  Branch Manager, at egal@maritimetravel.ca .