Riches of the Mekong - Kampong Cham to Ho Chi Minh City
Deal number 31464813
AmaWaterways
AmaDara
16th Aug 2027
Southeast Asia
7-night cruise
Departing from Kampong Cham
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What's Included
- 7 night AmaWaterways cruise from Kampong Cham to Ho Chi Minh City, onboard AmaDara in a French & Outside Balcony Stateroom.
- All onboard dining in a variety of venues.
- Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients.
- Captain’s Welcome Cocktail and Dinner.
- Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
- Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast.
- Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks.
- Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge.
- Immersive tours in every destination including guided hikes.
- Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options.
- Local Flavors tours.
- Knowledgeable guides and personal headset for easy exploration.
- Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs.
- Sun deck, pool and fitness room.
- Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar.
- Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily.
- Internet and Wi-Fi access.
- Daily entertainment including cultural performances.
- The service of a dedicated Travel Advisor managing your booking.
- Earn & Redeem Points on all travel with our new loyalty program, World360 Rewards*.
Itinerary
Seven nights run downstream from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City along the Mekong, beginning amid the ancient temples of Angkor and ending in the energy of Vietnam's largest city. In between lies an extraordinary run of river villages, rice paddies and living cultural heritage.
Day 1 Siem Reap, Cambodia - Embark on the Mekong
oard your ship and set sail on the Mekong Begin your journey in Siem Reap, where ancient temples and modern elegance intertwine. Travel by motorcoach to Kampong Cham and board your luxurious ship before sharing a welcome dinner as you meet fellow travelers and your cruise team.
Day 2 Angkor Ban, Cambodia - Riverside traditions
Encounter artistry and timeless village life. Explore Angkor Ban, a rare Cambodian village untouched by the Khmer Rouge, with stilted wooden houses and lush banana trees. Later, sail to Silk Island, where centuries-old weaving traditions flourish. Visit a local school and witness artisans crafting silk by hand, then moor in the village as the Mekong’s gentle current carries you forward.
Choose from:
*Walking tour
*Visit Silk Village and Local Elementary School
Day 3 Phnom Penh, Cambodia - Phnom Penh’s heart and history
Discover royal sites and cultural reflections. Phnom Penh unfolds along the river with elegance and reflection. Stroll along tree-lined avenues and vibrant streets, feeling the city’s rhythms and resilience. In the afternoon, serene spaces and solemn landscapes invite contemplation, while the evening comes alive with the rich movement and music of Khmer folk traditions.
Choose from:
*Cruise to Phnom Penh *Royal Palace and National Museum
*Royal Palace and Central Market
*Killing Fields and Genocide Museum
*Folk dance performance
Day 4 Oudong, Cambodia - Royal capitals and city streets
Blessings, vistas, and tuk tuk rides. Ascend to Oudong, Cambodia’s former royal capital, where a Buddhist Blessing Ceremony offers a serene start to your day. Take in sweeping views of the plains, then return to Phnom Penh for a tuk tuk tour through its French Colonial streets, tree-lined boulevards, and iconic landmarks such as Wat Phnom.
Choose from:
*Walking Tour and Buddhist Blessing Ceremony
*Active Walking Tour of the Oudong Hilltop
*Tuk Tuk Orientation Tour with Active Walking Tour to Wat Phnom
Day 5 Tan Chau, Vietnam - A journey between lands
Cruise the Mekong from Cambodia to Vietnam. Drift peacefully along the Mekong as you cross from Cambodia into Vietnam, watching the lush riverside landscapes change and the rhythm of river life unfold around you. Border Crossing from Cambodia to Vietnam
Day 6 Tan Chau, Vietnam - Mekong Delta delights
Trishaws, workshops, and tranquil waterways. Discover Tan Chau, a charming Mekong River town where local life remains unspoiled. Explore via trishaw, visit silk and rattan workshops, or take an active walking tour. Alternatively, glide through Tra Su Forest by traditional sampan, surrounded by lotus flowers, cajuput trees, and rare birds in a serene delta paradise.
Choose from:
*Trishaw Ride to Craftsmen’s Workshops
*Trishaw Ride to Craftsmen’s Workshops and Active Walking Tour to Evergreen Island
*Tra Su Forest and Sanctuary
Day 7 Sa Déc, Vietnam - History and local life
Explore cultural heritage on the Mekong. Step ashore in Sa Dec, where French writer Marguerite Duras once lived. Visit the vibrant market, Cao Dai Temple, or the historic Huynh Thuy Le House. In the afternoon, tour candy and rice paper workshops or explore Kiet Old House on foot. Conclude the day with a festive farewell dinner aboard the ship.
Choose from:
*Local Boat Ride to Sa Dec
*Visit Local Market and Cao Dai Temple
*Visit Local Market and "lover's House"
*Visit Local Workshops
*Visit Local Workshops and an Active Walking Tour to Historic Kiet Old House
Day 8 Disembarkation: My Tho, Vietnam
Disembark and begin your journey home. *All guests will be transferred from the ship to Sofitel Saigon Plaza in Ho Chi Minh City. We recommend that you schedule your onward flight to depart Ho Chi Minh after 2:30 pm today to avoid potential missed connections.
Day 1 Siem Reap, Cambodia - Embark on the Mekong
oard your ship and set sail on the Mekong Begin your journey in Siem Reap, where ancient temples and modern elegance intertwine. Travel by motorcoach to Kampong Cham and board your luxurious ship before sharing a welcome dinner as you meet fellow travelers and your cruise team.
Day 2 Angkor Ban, Cambodia - Riverside traditions
Encounter artistry and timeless village life. Explore Angkor Ban, a rare Cambodian village untouched by the Khmer Rouge, with stilted wooden houses and lush banana trees. Later, sail to Silk Island, where centuries-old weaving traditions flourish. Visit a local school and witness artisans crafting silk by hand, then moor in the village as the Mekong’s gentle current carries you forward.
Choose from:
*Walking tour
*Visit Silk Village and Local Elementary School
Day 3 Phnom Penh, Cambodia - Phnom Penh’s heart and history
Discover royal sites and cultural reflections. Phnom Penh unfolds along the river with elegance and reflection. Stroll along tree-lined avenues and vibrant streets, feeling the city’s rhythms and resilience. In the afternoon, serene spaces and solemn landscapes invite contemplation, while the evening comes alive with the rich movement and music of Khmer folk traditions.
Choose from:
*Cruise to Phnom Penh *Royal Palace and National Museum
*Royal Palace and Central Market
*Killing Fields and Genocide Museum
*Folk dance performance
Day 4 Oudong, Cambodia - Royal capitals and city streets
Blessings, vistas, and tuk tuk rides. Ascend to Oudong, Cambodia’s former royal capital, where a Buddhist Blessing Ceremony offers a serene start to your day. Take in sweeping views of the plains, then return to Phnom Penh for a tuk tuk tour through its French Colonial streets, tree-lined boulevards, and iconic landmarks such as Wat Phnom.
Choose from:
*Walking Tour and Buddhist Blessing Ceremony
*Active Walking Tour of the Oudong Hilltop
*Tuk Tuk Orientation Tour with Active Walking Tour to Wat Phnom
Day 5 Tan Chau, Vietnam - A journey between lands
Cruise the Mekong from Cambodia to Vietnam. Drift peacefully along the Mekong as you cross from Cambodia into Vietnam, watching the lush riverside landscapes change and the rhythm of river life unfold around you. Border Crossing from Cambodia to Vietnam
Day 6 Tan Chau, Vietnam - Mekong Delta delights
Trishaws, workshops, and tranquil waterways. Discover Tan Chau, a charming Mekong River town where local life remains unspoiled. Explore via trishaw, visit silk and rattan workshops, or take an active walking tour. Alternatively, glide through Tra Su Forest by traditional sampan, surrounded by lotus flowers, cajuput trees, and rare birds in a serene delta paradise.
Choose from:
*Trishaw Ride to Craftsmen’s Workshops
*Trishaw Ride to Craftsmen’s Workshops and Active Walking Tour to Evergreen Island
*Tra Su Forest and Sanctuary
Day 7 Sa Déc, Vietnam - History and local life
Explore cultural heritage on the Mekong. Step ashore in Sa Dec, where French writer Marguerite Duras once lived. Visit the vibrant market, Cao Dai Temple, or the historic Huynh Thuy Le House. In the afternoon, tour candy and rice paper workshops or explore Kiet Old House on foot. Conclude the day with a festive farewell dinner aboard the ship.
Choose from:
*Local Boat Ride to Sa Dec
*Visit Local Market and Cao Dai Temple
*Visit Local Market and "lover's House"
*Visit Local Workshops
*Visit Local Workshops and an Active Walking Tour to Historic Kiet Old House
Day 8 Disembarkation: My Tho, Vietnam
Disembark and begin your journey home. *All guests will be transferred from the ship to Sofitel Saigon Plaza in Ho Chi Minh City. We recommend that you schedule your onward flight to depart Ho Chi Minh after 2:30 pm today to avoid potential missed connections.
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