APT, the leaders in luxury travel, have now launched their 2021/22 season for Vietnam and Cambodia, with the exciting news of its brand-new ship, Mekong Serenity, to cruise the Mekong River. Luxuriously spacious, the Mekong Serenity boasts some of the largest entry-level suites among vessels cruising the Mekong River. All suite categories aboard the Mekong Serenity include a private balcony, so guests are free to enjoy the ever-changing scenes in absolute comfort.
Luke Nguyen, acclaimed chef and APT Ambassador for the past 10 years, has been an important contributor to the dining experience on the new ship and in November 2021, Nguyen will also be hosting an APT tour in the region.
Exclusive to APT is the onboard ‘Indochine by Luke Nguyen’ restaurant where guests can delight in the taste of Vietnam with an intimate culinary journey inside a private dining room of 16 people aboard the Mekong Serenity with an exclusive five-course menu designed by renowned chef Luke Nguyen.
Commenting on the restaurant design Nguyen said; “It is exciting to be part of the development of Indochine aboard the beautiful Mekong Serenity. I’m very proud that my authentic yet modern Vietnamese cuisine is so well received by diners and it gives me so much pleasure shaping the menu for this special cruise in my homeland.”
The brand-new sparkling Mekong Serenity features just 44 suites for a maximum of 88 guests, and offers some of the largest entry-level suites on the Mekong at 28 square metres. With one staff member to every two guests on the Mekong Serenity, you will experience an intuitive, friendly and gracious style of service.
To complement the elegantly-appointed public areas and facilities the ship features; air-conditioned Harmony Lounge and Bar, the Wellness spa, salon and fitness centre, an expansive sun deck, a spacious swimming pool, a gift shop, complimentary WiFi throughout the entire ship, nightly entertainment, such as Apsara dance performances and complimentary laundry service of two garments per day.
Bookings made prior to 28 February 2021 on trips of 13 days or more will save $2,400 per couple. For instance, the 13 day Vietnam and Cambodia Highlights starts from just $5,995 per person twin share including the discount, seven nights aboard the brand new Mekong Serenity, exclusive dining experience at Luke Nguyen’s Vietnam House in Ho Chi Minh City, Freedom of Choice inclusions in three locations and more. Guests also have access to a comprehensive range of exclusive Signature Experiences providing the most enriching experience of each destination, taking home memories not available to the average traveller.
Luke Nguyen will return in 2021 to join guests on one special departure where they will get a taste for Luke’s unique style. This is the perfect chance to meet Luke in person and learn from this experienced and talented chef. This special 14-day Luke Nguyen’s Vietnam and Mekong River Cruise departs on 26 November 2021 and is priced from $8,095 per person, twin share.
In response to the current era, APT understand freedom and flexibility is essential when it comes to making new travel plans in these uncertain times. That’s why we’re including our Flexible International Booking Cover on all bookings made until 31 December 2020. It’s all part of our APT Assurance program:
- Included flexible booking cover means travel plans can be made with confidence and ease
- Holidays may be postponed with any paid deposit transferred to another date or trip up to 65 days prior to departure
- No change fees up to 65 days prior to departure
- Reduced deposit of just $500 per person
- Final payment not due until 65 days prior to departure
All trips can be found here www.aptouring.com.au/asia or contact your local travel agent to book.
SOURCE: APT
