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Mekong in focus for Scenic’s 2022/23 South East Asia river itineraries

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Scenic Spirit — all shore excursions included
With the release of its 2022/2023 South East Asia river cruising collection, Scenic unveiled new, curated experiences from private access to Angkor Wat after dark to new dining experiences and village visits.

Operating the longest sailing season in the region, Scenic Spirit will sail the Mekong River with departures earlier and later into the season for greater flexibility.

The 17-day 'Treasures of the Mekong Meandering Cruise' in May 2023 consists of a nine-night cruise and five-night land journey exploring the flavours, traditions and culture of Vietnam and Cambodia.

Tuk tuks and Vespas

Highlights include Ho Chi Minh City, a Phnom Penh tour by tuk tuk and visit to a private distillery; Angkor Wat, followed by a sunrise and champagne breakfast nearby; and a gala dinner with a performance by Apsara dancers at Prasat Kravan.

The slightly longer 20-day 'Highlights of Vietnam, Cambodia & Luxury Mekong' cruise travels the same route, with added visits to Hanoi and Halong Bay.

While in Hanoi, passengers will experience a cooking class before exploring one of the world’s most ancient capitals or Ho Chi Minh City by night Vespa foodie tour and colourful Phare Circus performance in Siem Reap.

All of Scenic’s South East Asia river cruises feature Ho Chi Minh City, with a new dining experience at Buffet NINETEEN, one of the city’s most popular seafood buffet and five-star dining spots.