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RV La Marguerite Mekong Cruise the "histoire d'amour d'Indochine" is the cruise of passion, innocence and affection for the life-giving Mekong River, seen through the eyes of French novelist Marguerite Duras, during the French Colonial era in the early 1930s.

The Vision
Indochina Sails main purpose is beyond pragmatic pursuit of profits, but rather a dynamic activities and re-construction of cultural, colonial and unique cruise experiences of Indochina and elevation of Indochina's heritage and culture. By doing so, apply history to the life of the general public and specifically, our travelers. Indochina Sails qualified, experienced and motivated crew and staff is trained to exceed traveler's expectation.

The Responsibility
The first responsibility is to passengers and partners. Its products and services must always be of the highest quality and be the market leader. And bookings must be promptly attended too. Its trade channels buyers must make a fair profit. The second responsibility is to those who work with us, they must have a sense of security in their jobs. Wages must be fair and adequate. Management is just, hours reasonable and working condition nurturing. Managers & Supervisors are qualified and fair minded. Each crew member must be considered an individual, standing on his own dignity & merit. The third responsibility is to Management. Our executive must be person of talent, education, experience and ability. They must possess common sense and full understanding. The fourth responsibility is to the local communities and authorities. We will support environmental friendly project and local charity. We promote civic improvements, health, education, invest back into the local communities and make them part of the development of responsible Tourism.

The Concept
A holistic and creative cruise. Perfect for connoisseurs, family vacation, friendship bond building, RV La Marguerite also stimulates the mind and enriches your physical well being. Its unique concept sets it apart from the rest. This 8 days 7 nights cruise offers a distinctive way of experiencing the Mekong through the passion of Marguerite Duras. The guided tours to historic and cultural sites, local attractions, museums and galleries are developed to enrich personal experience, enriching lives passion and inspiration.

Interior Décor
The contemporary interiors incorporate colonial French details and ornaments, local artifacts and Mekong styled furniture to replicate a true colonial feel set in premier and luxurious comforts.

Emergency & Food Safety
Smoke detectors are placed in all cabins and public places. Emergency lighting and generator, fire hydrants and fire hoses, fire extinguishers and life jackets are carefully selected for your comfort and safety.

RV La Marguerite follows strict control of food handling related to the receipt, storage, processing, display, packaging & transportation are strictly adhered to for your total enjoyment and safety.

All crew members of the RV La Marguerite are trained in both emergency and non-emergency First Aid.

Overview & Technical Data

Length : 71.6m Main length : 65.6m Width : 12.5 m Depth : 1.8 m Free Board : 1.5 m Air Draft : 9.65 m Engines : 2 x 700 h/p (Yanmar) Generator : 2 x 320 Kva Cat (USA) Crew : 38 (International) Passenger cabins : 46 Passenger berths : 92 Registry : VIRES S1 Home port : Saigon Build in Vietnam : July 2009 Ship Design : Colonial Interior Design : Boutique Amenities: Onboard laundry, Bakery, Fully equipped galley and refrigeration storages, Air-conditioning in all inside areas, restaurant, bar, library, gym and spa Safety: Smoke Detector in all cabin and Public places, Emergency lighting and generator, fire pump, hydrants and hoses, fire extinguisher, life jacket for all on board and life raft. Water: Treatment plants for desalination, de-sedimentation and purification using UV and osmosis. Sewage: Micro biotic treatment plants   Click to view   Click to view   Click to view

Deck Plan

Mekong Deck (Lower Deck)
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	8 Staterooms each measuring 19.7m2 (212 sq. ft) & Business Center
	Tonle Deck (Main Deck)
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	16 Staterooms each measuring 19.7m2 (212 sq. ft) with fixed window and balcony, Mekong Restaurant measuring 196m2, Gift Shop at Reception Area
	Saigon Deck (Upper Deck)
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	14 Staterooms each measuring 19.7m2 (212 sq. ft) with fixed window and balcony, Saigon Lounge & Panoramic Lounge measuring 230m2
	Sadec Deck (Sun Deck)
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	6 Sadec Suites each measuring 26.4m2, 2 Indochina Suites each measuring 41.2m2, Sundeck Bar & Whirlpool measuring 275m2

Cabins
+ Stateroom

Twin beds form into double bed placings. The cabins are equipped with air-conditioning, wardrobe, writing desk, sofa, mini-bar, safe box, in-house telephone, bathroom & shower, hairdryer, in-house television, kimono and slippers. Each cabin measures 19.7m2.

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+ Sadec Suite

King size bed, long sofa, bathroom with bathtub and separate shower. The cabins are equipped with air-conditioning, wardrobe, writing desk, sofa, mini-bar, safe box, in-house telephone, hairdryer, in-house television, kimono and slippers. Each cabin measures 26.4m2.

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+ Indochina Suite

King size bed, bathroom with Jacuzzi and separate shower and private balcony. The cabins are equipped with air-conditioning, wardrobe, writing desk, sofa, mini-bar, safe box, in-house telephone, hairdryer, in-house television, kimono and slippers. Each cabin measures 41.2m2.

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Wine & Dine
+ Mekong Restaurant

Paired legendary international cuisine of France, traditional and Vietnamese-Cambodia fusion highlights Marguerite Duras' passion for exploring multi sensory dining. A culinary celebrations of aromatic taste and texture adds pleasure to the palate, senses, memory and emotions.

+ Saigon Lounge

Indulge in a splendid afternoons and evenings with a variety of soothing and relaxing chill out music. The Saigon Lounge gently sets the mood for sophisticated tastes and discerning palates.

+ Panoramic Lounge

The Panoramic Lounge is set right in front of the vessel and one could see the panoramic views of the Mekong River thus allowing the travelers to revel in the beauty of the countryside. The Panoramic Lounge allows one to quieten the mind, and opens all the five senses necessary for the reviving the passion for everyday living.

+ Sun Deck Bar & Pool

Head to the Sun Deck and enjoy the sun by the dipping pool where you'll find refreshing and invigorating concoctions and snacks that are created and served using the freshest ingredients. You can sip to your heart's content with relaxing views of the Mekong Delta.

Spa Treatments

The spa onboard RV La Marguerite is a sanctuary - a refuge from the hurried pace of modern life with its pristine and exquisitely colonial and Zen vibe, an ideal environment in which to explore the remarkable restorative powers of quiet repose, personal attention and total indulgence on the mind, on the body, and on the soul.

Map of Vietnam and Cambodia

View a map of Vietnam and Cambodia and see some of the locations we travel to.

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 THE RV LA MARGUERITA CRUISE INFORMATION

Cruise from Saigon to Siem Reap
Detail Itinerary

Day 1, SAIGON
Welcome onboard the RV La Marguerite where the vessel is moored at the Saigon port. Saigon, now known as Ho Chi Minh City, is peppered with old French colonial architecture along the riverside. Check-in is at 12h00 where port and immigration formalities will be conducted. After checking in, freshen up and enjoy the fascinating views of the Saigon River either from your private balcony or from the sun deck. At 14h00, the ship departs Saigon sailing through the international waterways, up the broad Mekong Tributary. Tonight join fellow passengers onboard for Welcome Dinner at the Mekong Restaurant.

Day 2, CAI BE - SA DEC
Arriving at Cai Be in the morning, early risers could enjoy crimson sunrise on the sun deck. After breakfast, sail through Cai Be's floating market, go ashore to visit the French Gothic Cathedral, colorful flower gardens and local rice paper manufacturers. Cruise past Vinh Long Province and arrive at Sa Dec for an afternoon walk. French writer Marguerite Duras spent some of her childhood in Sa Dec, a sprawling busy town. In Sa Dec, director Jean-Jaques Annaud shot much of his 1992 film "The Lover". Aside from the fact that the French have long departed, not a lot has changed in Sa Dec since Duras' day. Warehouses, mostly old Chinese shop-houses, bulge with merchandise. Ancient riverboats load and unload at the wharves built almost to the shop doors. Both the school where Duras' mother taught and the small house behind it where the family lived still stand. Spend time in the house of Mr Huynh Thuy Le, Duras' Chinese lover. The house is now the "The Lover Museum" in Sadec. In the evening, cruise through the Mekong Delta to Tan Chau.

Day 3, TAN CHAU - BORDER CROSSING
Tan Chau is a remote small town on the main Mekong River. After breakfast, transfer to small boats visit a catfish farm, rice-polishing factory, mat making workshop and a silk weaving workshop. Take a round trip trishaw ride around this fascinating town. We return to the ship by boat for lunch and cast off for the Cambodian border for port and immigration formalities. In the evening, cruise up the broad Mekong River, an international shipping route and moor overnight mid-stream just outside of Phnom Penh.

Day 4, PHNOM PENH
Early morning cruise into Phnom Penh and dock at the passenger port terminal. This capital of Cambodia retains its French charm with old colonial architecture framing busy cafes. The city has several impressive Wats, including Wat Ounalom, Wat Phnom and the newly painted Wat Lang Ka. Visit the Royal Palace, the spectacular Silver Pagoda, one of the few places in Cambodia where the Khmer Rouge preserved artifacts embodying the brilliance and richness of Khmer culture. The National Museum is another highlight, with outstanding displays of Khmer crafts. An afternoon excursion is arranged to the Killing Fields and the Khmer Rouge's grim Tuol Sleng or S21 detention center.

Day 5, PHNOM PENH - KAMPONG CHAM
Early morning departs from Phnom Penh and stop at secluded Chong Koh silk weaving village for a leisurely walk. Cruise past the Mekong's timeless villages with extensive fishing activities. The scenery is serene, and in the distance, forested hills rise. On the river above Phnom Penh there is real Cambodian life. In the afternoon, stop at Peam Chi Kang village to visit the Wat or Monastery and its school. Explore this peaceful and friendly community at your own pace. In the Wat, splendid village racing boats are stored. Anchor mid-stream at Kampong Cham.

Day 6, KAMPONG CHAM AREA
In the morning, journey upriver to the hilltop. Pre-Angkorian temple of Wat Hanchey. Dating back to the 8th century, these ancient brick structures characterize the architecture of the Chenla Empire, which predated the glories of Angkor. Sail back downstream for an exploration of the Kampong Cham Area. Travel by bus to the 12th century Angkorian temple of Wat Nokor. This colorful temple is unique in Cambodia, as a modern Wat, it is set within the ruins of an ancient temple. Continue to the Eco Village of Cheungkok. There are many pagodas and shrines on the hilltops.

Day 7, TONLE RIVER
Sail along Tonle River, which connects Tonle Lake with the Mekong and Bassac Rivers at Phnom Penh. Winding through the jungles, coming up close with local river folks. Temples abound along the riverbanks at Kampong Chhnang and we witness a rich tapestry of Cambodian rural life. This is a busy rural port town with bustling markets. Mooring mid-stream, visit lakeside wetlands that form the mouth of the river. Here a stunning variety of bird life are seen and be amazed at the schools of fish migrating from the lake into the Tonle River.

Day 8, TON LE LAKE - SIEM REAP
The great lake over 150 km long, dominates Cambodia. Here bird life is profuse. From the middle of the lake, enjoy the stillness and tranquility along the floating fishing villages. And we will either cross Tonle Lake at dawn and disembark at Siem Reap Port or transfer by coach from Prek Kdam on the Tonle River to Siem Reap stopping for a short rest at Kampong Thom, depending on the water levels. Arrive at Siem Reap and bid farewell to fellow travelers and crew members.