CHARMS OF THE MEKONG – HO CHI MINH CITY TO SIEM REAP, HANOI and HALONG BAY
DATES: 2024: Aug 3, 17, 31 | Sep 14, 28 | Oct 12, 26 | Nov 9, 23 | Dec 7, 21
2025: Jan 4, 18 | Feb 1, 15 |Mar 1, 15, 29 | Apr 12 |Â Aug 9, 23 | Sep 6, 20 | Oct 4, 18 |Nov 1, 15, 29 |Â Dec 13, 27
DURATION:Â 16 DAYS/15 NIGHTS
START:Â HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM
END:Â HANOI, VIETNAM
SHIP:Â AmaDara
CRUISE-TOUR FROM: $4,698 + Port Charges and Hanoi Air
8 Day/7 Night Cruise Only from: $2,399 + Port Charges
$1,000 PER PERSON SAVINGSÂ OR 2-FOR-1 LAND TOURS on Select Dates
Book By June 30, 2024
Two lively cities, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, provide the perfect start and end to your incredible journey. Cruise along the Mekong, visiting rural villages, historic pagodas, local markets and a Buddhist monastery where you’ll witness a special blessing by monks. Indulge your inner adventurer in Siem Reap, exploring the grand temples of Angkor Archeological Park. And luxuriate in an AmaWaterways’ Exclusive—an overnight sojourn on board an elegantly appointed ship in Ha Long Bay. Throughout your trip, immerse yourself into the culture and heritage with visits to rural villages, historic pagodas and colorful markets. Experience all this and more on this life-enriching cruise along the Mekong.
Itinerary is also available the reverse direction, beginning in Hanoi, and ending in Ho Chi Minh City.
COUNTRIES:Â Cambodia, Vietnam
RIVERS:Â Mekong
SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
- 7 nights luxury accommodation in a twin-balcony stateroom
- Flat-panel screen that features in-house movies
- Desk and sitting area
- Bottled water replenished daily
AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
- Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
- Sun deck with pool
- Fitness room and three spas
- Saigon Lounge with panoramic views and bar
- Daily entertainment including cultural performances
AWARD-WINNING DINING
- All onboard dining in a variety of venues
- Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
- The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
- Welcome Cocktail and Dinner
- Unlimited wine with lunch and dinner
- Complimentary local beer, house-brand spirits and soft drinks during cruise
- Snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
- Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
- Immersive tours in every destination
- Knowledgeable guides
- Personal headset for easy exploration
- Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
- Beverages other than those mentioned
- Gratuities to crew and Cruise Director
- Airfare
- Items of personal nature, gift shop purchases
- Pre and post cruise extensions and hotels
- Travel and Emergency Evacuation Insurance
- Port Charges
- Air to Hanoi
- Day 1 ARRIVE HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon)
- Day 2 HO CHI MINH CITY
- Day 3 MY THO, VIETNAM - EMBARKATION
- Day 4 CAI BE -Â SA DEC, VIETNAM
- Day 5 TAN CHAU BORDER CROSSING FROM VIETNAM to CAMBODIA
- Day 6 PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA
- Day 7 OUDONG, KAMPONG-TRALACH, PHNOM PENH
- Day 8 OKNHATEY VILLAGE
- Day 9 ANKGOR BAN - KAMPOING CHAM - PHNOM PROS & PHNOM SREI “Twin Mountain”
- Day 10 KAMPONG CHAM Â SIEM REAP Â DISEMBARKATION
- Day 11 SIEM REAP
- Day 12 SIEM REAP Â- HANOI
- Day 13 HANOI
- Day 14 HANOI Â- HA LONG BAY
- Day 15 HA LONG BAY -Â HANOI
- Day 16 DEPART HANOI
Ama Dara
This distinctive ship is in a class of her own! AmaWaterways’ sole cruise ship on the Mekong River, the AmaDara features French Colonial décor and richly carved wood furniture inspired by the history of the region, as well as local artifacts made by native craftsmen. Air-conditioned interior corridors lead to spacious staterooms and suites, most featuring twin balconies that invite the ever-changing scenery of Southeast Asia inside. On board, the AmaDara caters to your every whim, with massage rooms, fitness room, gift shop, hair salon and Sun Deck pool. Her stunning Saigon Lounge provides respite by day and unites guests over intriguing local entertainment by night. Savor authentic regional delicacies and Western cuisine in the Main Restaurant or dine at The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant; and throughout your cruise, be treated to unlimited complimentary wine with lunch and dinner, as well as house brand spirits, local beer and soft drinks throughout your cruise.
TECHNICAL DATA
Built – 2015
Built in – Vietnam
Length – 302 ft.
Width – 46 ft.
Crew – 52
Staterooms – 62
Passengers – 124
Registry – Vietnam
OVERVIEW
Twin Balconies
Enjoy panoramic views and plenty of fresh air in our lavish twin-balcony staterooms that feature both a French balcony and an outside balcony.
Dining and Cuisine
Savor regionally inspired cuisine as well as traditional favorites at a variety of dining venues, like the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table.
Public Spaces
Meet fellow travelers in Saigon Lounge, enjoy a drink at the bar or soak in the passing scenery. The ship features convenient interior access as well as air conditioning in hallways, restaurants and lounges.
Sun Deck Pool
Soak up some rays or take a dip in our refreshing pool on your way to the next exotic stop on your cruise.
Spa
After a marvelous day of immersive shore excursions, return to the ship and treat yourself to a bit of pampering with a visit to one of three onboard spas.
Fitness Room
Are you looking for a way to stay fit on vacation? Hit the treadmill or lift some weights while cruising from one destination to the next.