A luxury boutique hotel, the leisurely pace of a river cruise, and the opportunity to collect new experiences
Unique & passionate
The Jahan, a fine boutique cruise liner inspired by a great Mogul, builder and passionate lover, Shah Jahan. The first real boutique cruise liner from A-Z. An Eldorado for the admirer of great art and the finer things in life.
Explore the Mekong at Your Own Pace
A la carte private shore excursions with a cruise concierge and shore-ex butler. River cruising – as boutique as it can get. The choice is yours: ask your cruise concierge and choose between an array of private shore excursions or join your fellow passengers to explore the Mekong and its tributaries at your leisure.
Scheduled Departures
Bi-weekly Saturday departures from Saigon bound for Siem Reap and vice versa for the classic 8 days cruises. 4 day cruises are also available to and from Phnom Penh.
Accommodation – A sanctuary of Style and Space
Carefully designed staterooms and suites with floor to ceiling windows and sliding doors that open onto a private balcony and many thoughtful touches offering privacy and uncompromised luxury.
- All balcony staterooms with king size beds
- Well appointed bathroom with double vanity and glass shower cabin
- Apple Ipod’s, tea making facilities and mini bars in all staterooms
Total number of cabins – 26 / Max. number of passengers – 52
12 Superior Staterooms – 30 m2 / 323 Sq. Ft.
08 Deluxe Staterooms – 30 m2 / 323 Sq. Ft.
04 Signature Staterooms – 35 m2 / 378 Sq. Ft.
02 themed Jacuzzi Suites – 51 m2 / 549 Sq. Ft.
Public Guest Areas – Relaxed Elegance, Colonial Style
- British East India Company colonial theme cruise liner
- Lobby Lounge, Reception, Observatory, Boutique, Spa
- Wifi library with laptops, Ipods, DVD players, Infomedia-Kiosk
- Pool deck, gymnasium and steam bath
Food & Beverage Outlets:
- Private Balcony Prosecco-Breakfast
- High Tea at the Observatory
- Funnel Bar with Sundowner drinks and snacks a la carte
- Viceroy dining hall with Western cuisine, also enjoy Khmer and Vietnamese specialties
- Barbeque at the Pool Deck
- Private dinner at the Observatory
Facts & Figures: RV Jahan
Built: 2010/11
Vessels Registry: Vietnam
Type of Vessel: River vessel
Length: 70 m / 754 Sq. Ft.
Beam: 12.5 m / 135 Sq. Ft.
Draft: 1.7 m / 18 Sq. Ft
Decks: 4 — lower, main, upper, pool deck
Gross tonnage: 950 tons
Cruising speed: 12 nautical knots
Crew: 40 (Cambodian and Vietnamese Crew)
Deck Plan
3 Decks for maximum privacy.
Main Deck
Superior and Signature Balcony staterooms
Steam bath and Gymnasium
Upper Deck
Jahan Lounge and Cruise concierge desk
Deluxe and Signature staterooms
Taj Mahal Royal Suite
Wheelhouse
Pool Deck
Viceroy dining hall
Pool deck
Funnel Bar
Spa
Observatory & Wheelhouse sun deck
PHNOMPENH – SIEMREAP/ SIEMREAP – PHNOMPENH 5 DAYS
Day 1: Phnom Penh (L,D)
Board The Jayavarman at 7:30am. Around 8:30am, embark on a city tour in this dynamic, historical capital of Cambodia which has retained its French colonial charm. Sightseeing in the morning will include the dazzling white and gold architecture of the Royal Palace, outstanding displays of Khmer crafts at the National Museum and the temple on a hill – Wat Phnom.
After lunch in a local restaurant, examine the painful, heart wrenching reminders of Cambodia’s ugly past under the Khmer Rouge regime with an excursion to the Genocide museum to learn more about the Cambodian civil war. Introduction and onsite lecture by a local history professor.
Thereafter, to ease the nerves a variety of cocktails will be at your disposal, followed by Cambodia’s traditional Apsara dance performance. Experience the brilliance and richness of the culture, the soothing sounds of traditional music, the calming scent of incense sticks and a delicious Khmer food buffet.
Day 2: Phnom Penh – Kampong Cham (B, L, D)
Depart before the break of dawn from Phnom Penh with a stop at the little known Chong Koh silk weaving village for a leisure walk. We cruise past the Mekong’s tranquil villages and mind blowing river life with scores of fishermen on duty. Visit Wat Nokor, a wat built within the ruins of an ancient temple that holds a timeless story.
Then, travel to the Cheung Kok Ecotourism Village, a small village developed with support from Assistance Mediation Internationale (AMICA). You can visit the village and take part in activities to experience village life. Profits from tourism go towards re-investment into long – term projects.
Day 3: Kampong Cham – Wat Hanchey (B, L, D)
Wake up in the wee hours of the morning, truly energized to embark on a journey upriver to the pre-Angkorian temple of Wat Hanchey. Located at the top of a hill overlooking the river, it offers some of the best views in Cambodia. Dating from the 8th century, these ancient structures do justice to the architecture of the Chenla Empire which predated the glories of the mighty Angkor. Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding well organized rice paddy plains, as well as a travelers blessing performed by the local monks.
Day 4: Kampong Cham – Kampong Chhnang – Tonle Sap (B, L, D)
Before the sun rises, The Jayavarman sets sail to Kampong Chhnang via Prek K’dam along the meandering Tonle Sap River, which narrows through leafy swaths of the South East Asian jungle. Take a walk through Kampong Louang, one of the last silversmith villages, to see the entire community involved in making various silver items to sell. Get back aboard The Jayavarman to eat lunch while cruising towards Kampong Chhnang.
After lunch, take a motorboat excursion from Kampong Chhnang to see the wetlands, floating houses and fish farms in the region. Make a stop at a Heritage Line sponsored floating school to interact with the children and teach them some English! This is the day to truly experience rural Khmer life. In the evening, a mouth watering Farewell Dinner will be served on the Sun Deck.
Day 5: Tonle Sap – Siem Reap (B, L)
This great lake dominates Cambodia and is over 150 km in length. The birdlife is profuse and from the middle of the lake one cannot even see the shores. Witness stillness and tranquility on the way to Siem Reap.
The water level varies a great deal according to the time of the year and the amount of rainfall recorded. Thus, changes may occur for the different seasons.
High Water Program (July to December)
Cross the Tonle Sap Lake at dawn and 11:00 disembark at Siem Reap Port for onward coach transfer to the hotel by 12:00 pm
Low Water Program (December to June)
Cruise early morning to Prek K’dam where you will disembark Jayavarman after breakfast. Board a coach at 9:00am which will take you to see a pre-Angorian temple on your way to Siem Reap. A packed lunch and refreshments will be available along the way. Arrive in Siem Reap early afternoon.End off our service
Inclusion:
• Transfers in Saigon and Siem Reap from/to the meeting point to/from embarkation/disembarkation point or vice versa
• 5 days cruise with stops and visits as stated with English /French-speaking escort.
• Meal as mentioned during the cruise ( B=Breakfast, L = Lunch, D=Dinner)
• Admission fee at visiting points as mentioned in the program.
• Sampan boat ride,
• Services of crews during the cruise.
• Aperitif
Exclusion:
• Visa approval and fees for Cambodia.
• Hotel in Phnompenh & Siemreap
• Travel insurance
• Expenditure of personal nature such as drinks, tips, souvenirs, laundry, etc.,
