If you haven’t experienced travel in Vietnam or Cambodia then make this your year of discovery
You can expect fantastic scenery, amazing culture & history, plus those delightful tastes and flavours making it one of our favourite holiday getaways
Pack your sense of adventure and this is a destination exploration you won’t want to miss
We partner with the best River Cruise companies on smaller vessels that offer personal service and attention to detail to ensure you enjoy the best of the sights and experiences along the Mekong
Take the trip in either direction to suit your travel dates. Our perfectly curated packages include a pre and post cruise stay at each end of your Mekong River Cruise to take in the wonders of these two fantastic destinations
At one end of your Mekong river cruise you will enjoy a stay in the melting pot of Ho Chi Minh with its crazy traffic, bargain markets, touching history, foodie tastes & flavours
At the other end, experience the ancient wonders of Siem Reap & Angkor Wat an absolute highlight of your trip
In between you will enjoy a leisurely river cruise along the Mekong, stopping frequently to experience the destinations, culture and life along the way
The pace of a Mekong river cruise ensures you are relaxed, but still allows plenty of time for exploration and adventure along the way. Onboard your Mekong river ship you can expect fabulous service and freshly prepared food that brings alive the tastes and flavours of the region
This week we showcase AmaWaterways with a choice of fantastic value packges pre-created for you and ready to book. Prices shown below include $1200 per person savings when you book by 31 March, unless sold out earlier
Riches of the Mekong, down river from Cambodia to Vietnam
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
12 Night Fly, Stay, Cruise Package:
Balcony Rooms from $8,399 Twin share per person
Suite Upgrades from $1600 Twin share per person
Solo Travellers from $11,985 Sole Occupancy per person
Solo Suite Upgrades from $2400 per person
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Charms of the Mekong, up river from Vietnam to Cambodia
Flights from Auckland to Ho Chi Minh
Enjoy a 2 night stay in Ho Chi Minh at Sofitel Plaza or similar including breakfast
Included visit to the Ben Thahn Market in Ho Chi Minh
Transfers hotel to ship
7 Night AmaDara Mekong River cruise from Vietnam to Cambodia
Transfers ship to hotel
Enjoy a 2 night post cruise stay in Siem Reap at Sofitel Angkor or similar including breakfast
Included visits to Angkor Wat / Banteay Srei Citadel in Siem Reap
Flights from Siem Reap to Auckland
11 Night Fly, Stay, Cruise Package:
Balcony Rooms from $8,199 Twin share per person
Suite Upgrades from $1600 Twin share per person
Solo Travellers from $11,799 Sole Occupancy per person
Solo Suite Upgrades from $2400 per person
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On both of these popular packages we also offer the option of adding a Singapore stopover North bound or South bound, please talk to our team for more details
Cruise Deals Freephone: 0800 99 44 88
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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