The Emerald Harmony Star-Ship offers contemporary luxury while cruising the Mekong River in Southeast Asia. She was commissioned especially for the destination by Emerald Waterways, and has an Asian style, yet offers the modern amenities of a top hotel. I give some information below of what you can expect to find onboard, as well as the details about the exciting 14, 18 and 22 night itineraries which are available. There is a short time-lapse video at the bottom of the page, showing the construction of Emerald harmony. When you have whetted your appetite, call GoCruise with Ian on 08002922850 or 01455821770 to book your cruise, or to get further information.

The Emerald Harmony carries a maximum of 84 passengers, in 42 cabins and suites, as well as 40 crew members to look after them. Facilities on board include the Reflections Restaurant, Horizon Bar & Lounge, Lotus Lounge, Wellness Area, Sun and Pool Decks.

• Emerald Suites & Staterooms – there are four grades of suite and stateroom onboard, each with its own features and inclusions. These are the Emerald Stateroom, Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite, Grand Balcony Suite and Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite
• Lotus Lounge – a great place to relax while sailing, and enjoy speciality teas and coffees, and snacks
• Reflections Restaurant – serving buffet breakfasts, Asian influenced lunches, and five-course a la carte dinner. The restaurant is open plan seating so you can choose who you wish to dine with
• Horizon Bar & Lounge – this Asian inspired bar and lounge is a great venue to enjoy a beer, glass of wine or cocktail, as well as speciality teas and coffees
• Sun & Pool Decks – Relax in the comfortable seats and watch the world go by, with a drink from the bar, or enjoy a dip in the pool
• Wellness Area – Why not treat yourself to a massage or facial, or one a range pf Asian-influenced therapies, or perhaps a wash and blow dry in the hairdressers

The Mekong river is over 2,700 miles long and is the longest waterways on Southeast Asia. The river flows from the Tibetan Plateau, and goes through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam to the Mekong Delta. Emerald Waterways offer the following three tour and cruise itineraries. It is possible to extend theses by adding an inound stopover in Singapore, Bangkok, Dubai or Hong Kong.

Majestic Mekong River Cruise for 14 nights / 15 days

• Overnight flight from Heathrow or Manchester
• 3 nights hotel in Siem Reap
• 7 nights river cruise from Prek Kdam to Ho Chi Minh City
• 2 nights hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
• Overnight flight back to Heathrow or Manchester
• 30 Meals (12 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners)
• Complimentary wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch and dinner while on board
• Emerald Plus Experiences – Phare Cambodian Circus Performance, Traditional Buddhist Monk Blessing and an ox cart ride, Phnom Penh Tuk-Tuk drive by night, visit a family-owned Lanh My A Silk producing factory, Lion dance performed on board, visit to My An Hung village
• 15 shore excursions, including visits to several UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites
• Complimentary tea, coffee and water on board, and water on excursions
• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
• All tips included
• All port charges, airport taxes and transfers included

Treasures & Temples of Vietnam & Cambodia for 18 nights / 19 days

• Overnight flight from Heathrow or Manchester
• 2 nights hotel in Hanoi
• 2 nights Halong Bay cruise on a traditional style junk boat
• 2 nights hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
• 7 nights cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Prek Kdam
• 3 nights hotel in Siem Reap
• Overnight flight back to Heathrow or Manchester
• 41 meals (16 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 12 dinners)
• Emerald Plus Experiences – lunch at KOTO Restaurant, visit to My An Hung village, Lion dance performed on board, visit a family-owned Lanh My A Silk producing factory, Phnom Penh Tuk-Tuk drive by night, Traditional Buddhist Monk Blessing and an ox cart ride, Phare Cambodian Circus Performance
• 19 shore excursions, including visits to several UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites
• Complimentary tea, coffee and water on board, and water on excursions
• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
• All tips included
• All port charges, airport taxes and transfers included

Grand Tour of Vietnam & Cambodia for 22 nights / 23 days

• Overnight flight from Heathrow or Manchester
• 2 nights hotel in Hanoi
• 2 nights Halong Bay cruise on a traditional style junk boat
• 3 nights hotel Hoi Ann
• 1 night hotel Hue
• 2 nights hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
• 7 nights cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Prek Kdam
• 3 nights hotel in Siem Reap
• Overnight flight back to Heathrow or Manchester
• Deluxe hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage included
• 47 meals (20 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 14 dinners)
• Emerald Plus Experiences – lunch at KOTO Restaurant, visit to the Reaching Out Project, cycle ride through Dai Noi, boat tour to Thien Mu Pagoda, and a traditional Vietnamese royal dinner, visit to My An Hung village, Lion dance performed on board, visit a family-owned Lanh My A Silk producing factory, Phnom Penh Tuk-Tuk drive by night, Traditional Buddhist Monk Blessing and an ox cart ride, Phare Cambodian Circus Performance
• 21 shore excursions, including visits to several UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites
• Complimentary tea, coffee and water on board, and water on excursions
• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
• All tips included
• All port charges, airport taxes and transfers included

For more information on any of these holidays call GoCruise with Ian on 08002922850 or 01455821770