Seriously stylish cruising in Southeast Asia
In the past when flying had been believed totally impossible and the aviation engine technology had not been invented and progressed much, people had used sea journey for overseas transport, using ships and cruises to travel for trade exchange or even to find new lands.
With fantastic luxury and top class entertainment onboard, today’s cruises have seen the voyage itself being the attraction. The voyages haven’t been no more for seeking new lands, but they let passengers to enjoy their laid-back time onboard, while plying the water (you could imagine that your trip was to find a new land, a land you could totally relax and spoil yourself!). Today, gone are the days of catering for the elite, this industry is geared up for the masses and is now one of the fastest growing sectors of the travel industry.
We, Exotissimo Travel, the inbound tour operator and travel agent in Indochina and Southeast Asia region has also provided cruise travel programs to the waters in the region, apart from luxury tours and tailor- made travel services to each destination in Indochina and Southeast Asia. Our cruises include cruises along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Mekong River, Chindwin River, Irrawaddy River, Ayeyarwady River, or the Delta region in Myanmar, and Halong Bay in Hanoi. All cruises filled with comfortable, luxury accommodation and fine dining under sunsets and breathtaking river views and local people living on the river banks in Indochina and Southeast Asia region, like Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia.
The flowing waters of Southeast Asia form some of its most spectacular geographical features. Mighty rivers flow from the highlands in the heart of the region and run outward in all directions to meet breathtaking bays. Experience these natural wonders in styles aboard luxurious vessels that are almost as spectacular as the waters they cruise!
Thailand’s Chao Phraya is often dubbed ‘The River of Kings’ and Manohra’s lavishly converted rice barges offer a truly regal river experience. The 20-metre-long barges feature warm teak, Padua and mahogany woods throughout, custom designed furniture and sophisticated Southeast Asian art, and can be hired by couples or groups for private charter.
In the northeast of Vietnam, just a three-hour drive from Hanoi, is the stunning World Heritage Site of Halong Bay, a dense cluster of almost 2,000 limestone monolithic islands, each topped with thick jungle vegetation rising spectacularly from the ocean. Cruise the Halong Bay in the style of yesteryear aboard the Emeraude, a luxuriously appointed replica colonial paddle steamer with a romantic history to match the polished wood and brass fittings!
Myanmar’s Irrawaddy River is the life-line of the nation and flows through the centre of the country for almost 2000 km. Cruise its mighty waters in comfort aboard the RV Pandaw 1947, an original Scottish-built colonial steamer, commissioned at the end of the Second World War. With sixteen beautifully appointed cabins, elegant dining hall, saloon and sun deck, Ayravata Cruises offer cultural and exploration cruises in comfort.
Or enjoy the timeless landscapes of Southern Laos from your luxurious vantage point on “the river-borne boutique hotel’ of Vat Phou. The beautiful 34-metre steel hulled craft features a charmingly appointed interior and gives leisurely cruises along the mighty Mekong. On a different stretch of the Mekong in nearby Cambodia, Mekong River Cruises offer a unique experience of a fascinating country in serious style!
So why not embark on the trip of a lifetime with our Emeraude Experience Cruise?
