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Tan Chau - Vietnam/ Cambodia Border Crossing In Tan Chau, as part of , visit the recently renovated Cao Dai temple. The religion of Cao Dai is a syncretic, monotheistic religion established in southern Vietnam in the city of Tay Ninh in 1926. Here, you will learn more about the mix of ideas that form the basis of this fascinating religion. After a Xe Loi ride, board one of our sampans to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village to get a glimpse into the lives of the local farming community. Back on board your luxury Star-Ship, cruise to the border between Vietnam and Cambodia. Tonight, celebrate crossing the border with a Cambodian-style family dinner. tae Te WE mate A walking tour through the recently renovated Cao Dai temple The unique religion of Cao Dai brings together ideas from other world religions such as Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism and even Christianity. A visit to Evergreen Island Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Phnom Penh Wake up in Cambodia's capital, Phnom Penh. The city, known as the ‘Pearl of Asia’, was almost entirely evacuated by the Khmer Rouge in 1975. This morning, you will learn more about the Knmer Rouge and the darkest days of the country’s history. A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek. Here you will have the opportunity to walk through the fields, visit the small museum and learn about this sad historic chapter. Afterwards, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (also known as S-21). This is a former school that was converted to the main prison and torture headquarters of the Khmer Rouge regime. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring or to simply relax on board your Star- Ship. In the evening, you will have a chance to experience an evening remork (or Tuk-Tuk) ride through Phnom Penh to enjoy the city lights. Phnom Penh by night on a remork (Tuk-Tuk) tour A visit to the Killing Fields & Toul Sleng Genocide Museum. @ A si farm tour at Koh Oknha Tei @ hich Tea at Rattles @ craft beer adventure by remork @ Visit to Koh Chen silversmith village Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Phnom Penh - Oudong - Prek K'dam Located north of Phnom Penh, Oudong was the former royal capital of Cambodia until it moved to Phnom Penh in 1866. Important remnants on the temple sight include the burial sites of Khmer kings as well as religious artefacts dating back more than a hundred years. In the main temple of the Oudong Monastery, receive a traditional Buddhist blessing from the temple’s resident monks as part of your excursion. In the afternoon, you will visit the majestic Royal Palace with its gardens and the Central Market located in the heart of the city. This evening, enjoy a cultural performance by the Cambodian Student and Children’s Organisation. a A visit to Oudong Temples At the Oudong Temples, receive a traditional Buddhist blessing from the temple's resident monks. Explore important remnants including the burial sites of Khmer Kings and religious artefacts dating back more than a hundred years. In one of the Oudong Temples there is a large Buddha statue which was damaged during skirmishes with the Khmer Rouge, who had the hill as one of their last strongholds. A traditional Buddhist Monk blessing A cultural Performance by the Cambodian Student and Children’s Organisation A visit to the Royal Palace and Central Market Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Prek K'dam - Phnom Penh - Disembarkation Disembark Emerald Harmony in the morning after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your journey home. Meals: Breakfast This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 64-67
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