enchanting with its legend-strewn lakes, historic Old Quarter and northern cultural heritage. While in Northern Vietnam, you’ll also enjoy an amazing three-day cruise through World Heritage-listed Halong Bay. Glide past limestone karsts rising from emerald-hued waters to the more serene parts of this spectacular ‘Bay of Descending Dragons’ and discover mythical caves and traditional fishing villages. Along Vietnam’s Central Coast, visit World Heritage-listed Hoi An, one of Southeast Asia’s oldest towns and a Silk Road trading port and Hue, the former Imperial Capital and seat of the Nguyen emperors. From citadels to royal cuisine, delve deep into this region’s rich history and culture. From dynamic Ho Chi Minh City, embark on an eight-day cruise along the Mekong River, on board your luxury Emerald Star-Ship. Cruise one of the world’s greatest waterways and through the Mekong Delta’s lush, pastoral landscapes and timeless rural communities. Explore slender canals by sampan and immerse yourself in the ‘Delta’s authentic riverine life. Arrive in Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s vibrant capital and ‘Pearl of Asia’ to discover compelling legacies of momentous history. Receive a traditional Buddhist monk blessing in Oudong, before travelling to Siem Reap, where the stupendous collection of ancient Khmer temples, including Angkor Wat, await. Witness monks receiving alms at dawn and ornate golden temples amid the Old Town in Luang Prabang, the former royal seat of Laos, before flying to the exciting Thai capital, Bangkok, where your extraordinary Indochina journey concludes.