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Discover Vietnam, Cambodia and the Mekong River

Explore exotic Vietnam and Cambodia on our Mekong river cruises. Rich cultures, spiritual and immersive experiences, and wondrous sights await as you cruise ...

Riches of the Mekong, down river from Cambodia to Vietnam
Your overnight flight departs Auckland 14 August 2025 via Singapore

* Economy Class Flights from Auckland to Siem Reap in Cambodia
* Enjoy a 3 night stay in Siem Reap at Sofitel Angkor or similar including breakfast
* Included visits to Angkor Wat / Banteay Srei Citadel in Siem Reap
* Transfers hotel to ship
* 7 Night AmaDara Mekong River cruise from Cambodia to Vietnam
* Transfers ship to hotel
* Enjoy a 2 night stay post cruise in Ho Chi Minh at Sofitel Plaza or similar including breakfast
* Included visit to the Ben Thahn Market in Ho Chi Minh
* Flights from Ho Chi Minh to Auckland

OPTION to Add a Stopover in Singapore on the Northbound or Southbound journey, please advise our team at time of booking if you would like to take this option and we can advise stopover hotel costs for you

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 SIEM REAP – KAMPONG CHAM, CAMBODIA – EMBARKATION. Transfer via motorcoach from Siem Reap to the AmaDara in Kampong Cham for your seven-night cruise. Later, join fellow guests for an evening Welcome Dinner. (L,D) 

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 PHNOM PENH. Your cruise continues to sail to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. This morning’s excursion takes you to the highlights of Phnom Penh, followed by a visit to the Royal Palace, the spectacular Silver Pagoda and the National Museum, which has an outstanding collection of Khmer crafts. Alternatively, you may wish to shop for unique treasures at the bustling, yellow-colored Central Market after your visit to the Royal Palace. In the afternoon, prepare for a moving visit to Cambodia’s infamous Killing Fields and the Khmer Rouge’s grim Tuol Sleng S21 detention center (Genocide Museum). After returning to the ship, enjoy Khmer folk dancing performed by local children in the Saigon Lounge. (B,L,D)

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 PHNOM PENH - OUDONG. The morning excursion takes you to Oudong, Cambodia’s former royal capital from the early 17th century until 1866. Today, Oudong is a place of pilgrimage for Cambodians. While here, be treated to a memorable Buddhist Blessing Ceremony at a monastery. You may walk around Oudong’s monastery or take an active walking tour to see panoramic views of the Oudong plain. Later in the day, experience Phnom Penh via a tuk tuk ride and be enchanted by the city's French Colonial architecture and tree-lined boulevards set amidst monumental Angkorian architecture, or continue your visit to Wat Phnom, a famous landmark of Phnom Penh. (B,L,D)

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 BORDER CROSSING – TAN CHAU, VIETNAM. Spend the day cruising the Mekong River as your ship crosses the border into Vietnam. (B,L,D)

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 TAN CHAU - SA DEC. Enjoy a visit to Tan Chau, a small Mekong River town unspoiled by tourism. Be treated to an authentic experience on a traditional “xe-loi” (trishaw) ride around the town, with stops at silk-making and rattan mat workshops. You may also choose the trishaw ride with visits to craftsmen’s workshops, followed by an active walking tour to “Evergreen Island.” As a third alternative, explore the stunning Mekong Delta on an intimate tour through Vietnam's Tra Su Forest and Sanctuary. Board a traditional sampan boat and glide through this diverse ecosystem that includes more than 70 species of birds, including the painted stork and oriental darter, and lush greenery encompassing majestic cajuput trees, lotuses, water lilies and a carpet of bright green moss in the rainy season that appears to glow as you gently drift through it. Later in the day, cruise to Sa Dec. (B,L,D). . *Please Note: Tra Su Forest visit is capacity controlled.

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 SA DEC – CAI BE. Once ashore in Sa Dec, tour the town where French writer Marguerite Duras spent many years in her youth. Visit a colorful local market and Cao Dai Temple, home to the unique religion of Caodaism in Southern Vietnam. It is a fusion of Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Confucianism. You will have an opportunity to visit candy and rice paper making workshops, or you may also choose to add an active walking tour to the historic Kiet Old House and cap the day off with a festive Farewell Dinner on board. (B,L,D)

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 DISEMBARKATION – MY THO – HO CHI MINH CITY. Your cruise concludes in My Tho Port, where you’ll disembark and transfer via motorcoach from My Tho Port to Ho Chi Minh city. (B). . *All guests will be transferred from the ship to Sofitel Saigon Plaza in Ho Chi Minh City.

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T&C
All cruise packages are based on Twin share, inside cabin and costs are per person. Availability is current as at 10Feb25 and deals are available until date shown or until sold out. Space is strictly limited and is subject to availability at time of booking. On board credit where shown is per cabin & must be spent on board and is not refundable in cash. All passengers are bound by the individual cruise lines terms & conditions, please ask your consultant for a full copy. Current Deals must be paid in full at time of booking or deposit dates as shown. All passengers must have a valid passport with more than 6 months validity at the end of their holiday. Travel insurance should be taken out at time of booking to cover in the event of any unforeseen cancellation, we recommend that you purchase a policy that includes cover around Covid-19. Included airfares are based on special non refundable economy fares, ground transfers are not included unless specified, any hotels included are on a room only basis unless specified. Hotels in certain destinations in Europe, USA and Asia may require local tourist taxes or resort fees payable at check in, We aim to give an indication of these where possible, but unfortunately you cannot pre pay this aspect of the hotel rate and must settle at check in. ESTA Visas are required for Itineraries visiting USA ,Canada, India, China, Vietnam, Cambodia & Sri Lanka. Visa costs are not included. If travelling on a non NZ passport other visas + NZ re-entry permits may also be required, please check with applicable embassy. Vaccination and health requirements are the responsibility of the passengers. 

*AmaWaterways rates listed are per person in NZD inclusive of port charges and based on double occupancy in a category B stateroom, unless stated otherwise. Offer is combinable with Referral Savings, Loyalty Benefits, Future Cruise Benefit Program and Military Service Member Savings. Offer is limited to availability and is capacity-controlled and subject to modification, reduction, or withdrawal without notice. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. Other restrictions apply; visit www.AmaWaterways.nz/terms-conditions for full terms and conditions. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the state of California. CST#2065452-20

Riches of the Mekong 12 night package is based on a departure date of 14 August 2025 from New Zealand. Charms of the Mekong 11 night package is based on a departure date of 10 August 2025 from New Zealand. All packages are subject to availability at time of booking and are based on availability as at 10 February 2025. Please ask our team for pricing on other dates
Sale Ends 31 March unless sold out earlier

Passports must be valid for more than 6 months after the end of your trip for these destinations. Full names including any middle names are required for all travel bookings in Vietnam. Please ensure you advise correct passport names at time of booking as amendments after booking will incur airline penalties and potentially additional fares.

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