Mekong River Cruise

Your travel itinerary

Inclusions

• Economy class flights - Auckland – Singapore –Ho Chi Minh City // Siem  Reap - Singapore – Auckland
• Domestic flight Phnom Penh to Siem Reap
• English speaking guides in Vietnam   and Cambodia
• All hotel accommodation is  comfortable 4-star with private facilities.
• Meals as specified
• All international transfers and transport   as outlined
• All lunches on land include water, tea/ coffee and up to two soft drinks
• All dinners on land include water, tea/ coffee and a choice of two beverages   including house wine, local beer or soft drinks
• Seven-night all-inclusive cruise on Avalon Saigon
• Onboard the ship complimentary soft drinks, local beer/spirits and wine with   lunch and dinner
• Onboard the ship complimentary soft drinks, local beer/spirits available   throughout the day
• Complimentary Wi-Fi in the Panorama Lounge and Open-Air Lounge
• All shore excursions included
• All gratuities included
• Port charges included
• Airline and Government taxes (approx.NZD330)
• Pukekohe Travel tour escort subject to 15 passengers travelling

Cost

*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

• Travel Insurance - please ask us for a quote
• Vietnamese e-Visa Fee (approx.NZD50)*
• Cambodian e-Visa Fee (approx.NZD65)*
• Items of a personal nature

Booking Conditions

• A non-refundable deposit of $2,500 per person secures a place on the tour
• Full payment is due no later than 30 June 2027
• Cancellations and Refunds
• From date of booking until 30 June 2027 – loss of deposit
• After 30 June 2027– no refund

Cancellations

• From date of booking until 30 June 2027 – loss of deposit
• After 30 June 2027– no refund

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend all clients purchase travel insurance to protect against cancellations, lost items, and delays that could lead to unexpected costs. Please ask us for a quote.

General Information

Documentation

• Travel insurance is compulsory – please   ask us for a quote
• A current New Zealand passport is required – valid six months beyond  return date of travel
• All other passports – please ask
• A Vietnamese e-Visa is required and Pukekohe Travel will assist in obtaining   this (NZD50) *
• Cambodian e-Visa (approx. NZD65)*

Climate / Temperatures - In November along the Mekong temperatures will vary between 23°C to 30°C. It is the transition from the rainy to dry season and while there’s a chance of occasional showers, the weather is generally pleasant. The hotels, coaches and the Avalon Saigon are all air-conditioned.

Food - Fruit and vegetables are plentiful. Due to the colonial influence, bread is of very good quality. Beer is the best alcohol option, local and international brands are available

Clothes - Lightweight, comfortable clothes are the order of the day. Hats, sunglasses and comfortable sandals are a must. A scarf or pareu is handy for temples etc. or for sun protection.A small umbrella is great for rain showers or sunshade.

Currency / Money

• Vietnam - the Vietnamese Dong
• Cambodia – Cambodian Riel (tourists   only use USD) 

These currencies are not available outside the countries. US Dollar cash is   widely used and the currency to travel with. ATMs in Cambodia dispense USD

Shopping - The scope is huge: silk, linen, lacquer-ware, tailor made clothes, children’s clothes, shoes to name a few. Remember to leave home with no more than 12-15kg of luggage!Hawkers are everywhere, follow the guide’s advice and be prepared to bargain or ignore.

Cultural - Photographic opportunities are plentiful – respect the local people and ask before taking photos.

Health and Mobility

To ensure the tour is enjoyable for you and others in the group, a good standard of fitness and mobility is required. The ability to walk unaided for 500 metres and negotiate steps and uneven surfaces is essential. Mobility frames and wheelchairs are not practical or permitted. It is expected you will arrive on tour fit, healthy and ready to travel. 

Ship Information

Avalon Saigon (2018)

• 36 passengers
• 24 crew members
• Air-conditioned
• Open-air observation lounge
• Open seating dining room
• Spa treatment room
• Panorama Suites 245 Square feet
•  Wall-to-wall panoramic window creating an open-air balcony
• Complimentary water
• Large private bathroom with full shower
• Hairdryer

Terms and Conditions

For full terms and conditions please visit our website Terms and Conditions or please ask our tour consultant for a copy.