PRESENTED BY

AMA WATERWAYS

SAILING THE MEKONG RIVER

WHERE IS THE MEKONG RIVER?

The Mekong River flows through

southeast Asia through Thailand,

Cambodia, China, Laos, Myanmar, and

Vietnam.

The California-based river cruise line,

Ama Waterways, features several

different cruise options for the Mekong

River as well as river tours throughout

Europe, Russia, Burma, Africa, Vietnam,

and Cambodia.

The cruise line also features several

different themed cruises as well.

When people think of cruises, they often think of ocean cruises and forget about the possibility

of taking a leisurely ride down a major river.

Ocean cruises are fun, but check out some of the benefits of river cruises:

• You get to see the shore everyday

• You get more time on land to see the local sights

• There aren’t any waves, so you’re less likely to get seasick

• You don’t have to take a smaller boat to shore

• You’re dropped off right in town

RIVER CRUISES VS. OCEAN CRUISES

Also, with river cruises, you get to participate

in more on-shore events as well at off-shore

events.

On the 7-night "Vietnam, Cambodia & the

Riches of the Mekong" trip with Ama

Waterways , you will experience culturally-

immersive activities both on- and off-shore.

All on-shore excursion are included in the

ticket price, though you do have the option of

only taking the cruise and not participating in

the on-shore activities.

RIVER CRUISES VS. OCEAN CRUISES

The tour guides for the trips are lively and

speak perfect English. They lead the tours on-

shore and provide information about local

traditions, religions, and historical events.

In order to travel from sight-to-sight,

passengers will either walk, use local small

boat transportation, or even use oxcart or

trishaw rides.

The events are seamlessly planned so that

there is break for lunch on board the cruise

ship before another afternoon activity before

diner.

CRUISE EVENTS (CONT’D)

There are a few different boat options for the Mekong River

trip. The AmaLotus holds 124 passengers and the La

Marguerite holds 92 passengers.

Over 90% of the guestrooms come with balconies and the

rooms start at 226 square feet. On the boat, passengers

will have access to a sundeck with lounge chairs, a bar, a

garden deck, and a full-service spa as well as a fitness

center and a gift shop.

The entertainment varies, but a few examples of what you

can expect are a crew talent show as well as a Khmer

folkloric dance performance by children from a local

Cambodian orphanage.

CRUISE EVENTS (CONT’D)

Breakfast and dinner are both served buffet style and they feature a mixture of Western and Asian

foods.

Dinner is a sit-down meal that consists of multiple courses and dishes. Though Western food is

available, be ready to taste some of the local fair prepared by native chefs.

On-shore, you may also be able to sample some of the local foods as well as fruits and veggies

which are sold in the local markets and towns.

DINING AND MEALS

Cruises run all through the year, so you have plenty of time to plan your trip. Check out the

different ships and locations available and enjoy your ride up the Mekong River!

START PLANNING YOUR TRIP NOW!

Ama Waterways

26010 Mureau Road, 200

Calabasas, CA 91302

Toll Free: 1-800-626-0126

Fax: 818-871-9737

E-mail: info@amawaterways.com

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