Explore the World, One Postcard at a Time with AmaWaterways

About AmaWaterways

Family-owned and operated for 22 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing across Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, speciality Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars.

What’s included on an AmaWaterways River Cruise:

Flights from London or Manchester & overseas transfers
Personalised service from a highly trained Cruise Manager through cruise & land package
Stays in luxury hotel accommodation including breakfast for pre-post cruise packages
7 nights luxury accommodation in a Twin-Balcony stateroom
Award-winning, regionally inspired dining in a variety of venues
Fleetwide Wellness Programme with dedicated Wellness Host
Unlimited wine with lunch and dinner
Complimentary local beer, house-brand spirits and soft drinks during cruise
Daily entertainment including cultural performances
A choice of included immersive tours in every destination

Other Destinations:

Dutch & Belgian Waterways (Belgium, Netherlands)
Danube (Austria, Bulgaria, Czech Republic (by land), Croatia, Germany, Hungary, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia)
Rhine, Main & Moselle (Austria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Switzerland)
Garonne, Dordogne, Seine, Rhône, Saône (France)
Douro (Portugal, Spain)
Mekong (Vietnam, Cambodia)
Chobe (Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zimbabwe)
Nile (Egypt, Dubai (by land), Jordan (by land))
Magdalena (Colombia, Panama)

Riches of the Mekong

Step into a world of ancient ruins, vibrant temples, and awe-inspiring architecture on a 15-night Fly-Cruise & land adventure through Vietnam and Cambodia.

Start in Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, where you’ll encounter a city that beautifully combines history, culture, and modernity, whilst staying in a luxury hotel close to the city centre. Take a sightseeing tour and experience an authentic rickshaw ride to witness the ancient temples, French Colonial architecture, and contemporary skyscrapers.

A scenic drive from Hanoi takes you to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll board your elegantly appointed ship for your overnight stay. The bay features dramatic limestone cliffs rising majestically from emerald waters, creating an awe-inspiring landscape for an unforgettable overnight stay.

Before embarking on your Mekong river cruise, immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Siem Reap, the gateway to the legendary Angkor temples. Discover nearby Ta Prohm, known as the “Kingdom of the Trees”, where nature and ancient architecture intertwine. Join a guided sightseeing tour to discover the Bayon Temple, adorned with its enigmatic smiling stone faces, and explore the Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Conclude your time in Siem Reap with an exploration of the temple complex at Angkor Wat, before travelling to Kampong Cham to board the distinctive AmaDara.

This incredible river cruise takes you beyond the typical tourist destinations, introducing you to the authentic heart of Vietnam and Cambodia. You’ll have the privilege of being blessed by Buddhist monks in a serene monastery, and the opportunity to explore local workshops, offering a captivating glimpse into the authentic daily life of the people who live here. Enjoy the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh and experience this enchanting city in a different light, as you travel by a traditional tuk tuk ride.

Continue your unforgettable journey with 2 nights in vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, still affectionately referred to by locals as Saigon, and explore the city’s famous landmarks, visit the Chu Chi tunnels, and spend an afternoon at leisure.

Experience all this and more with AmaWaterways, where every moment is designed to create memories that will last a lifetime.

12 night Fly-Cruise & Land Package

Start your journey Siem Reap, Cambodia the gateway of the ancient Khmer empire Spend three days touring the temples of Angkor Archeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site before embarking your Mekong cruise in Kampong Cham. Visit rural villages, local workshops and markets, historic pagodas and a Buddhist monastery along the way. Overnight in Phnom Penh capital of Cambodia. Conclude your cruise with a two-night stay in Ho Chi Minh City—once known as Saigon and the “Paris of the Orient”—now a bustling economic boom-town that offers a heady mixture of historic and modern delights.

Riches of the Mekong package start: 12^th September 2025

Balcony stateroom (Cat C) from £3,984* per person (WAS £4,430pp)

Includes savings up to £1,414 per couple (20% cruise savings)

15 night Fly-Cruise & Land Package

Your journey begins in Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi, followed by an excursion to breath-taking Ha Long Bay for an overnight stay aboard an elegantly appointed ship. A short flight to Siem Reap brings you to the gateway of the ancient Khmer empire where you’ll explore the temples of Angkor Archaeological Park. Unleash your inner adventurer as you explore Angkor Wat’s amazing temples, including Banteay Srei, Angkor Thom, the Terrace of the Elephants, the pyramid temple of Bayon, Ta Prohm—the vine-covered “jungle temple”—Angkor Wat and other key sites. Cruise along the Mekong as you are transported back in time to another era, where the rhythms of the countryside move at a slower pace and allow for fascinating glimpses into a traditional way of life. After visiting rural villages, local workshops and markets, a monastery and two capital cities, conclude your cruise with a two-night stay in Ho Chi Minh City—once known as Saigon and the “Paris of the Orient”—now a bustling economic boom-town that offers a heady mixture of historic and modern delights.

Riches of the Mekong package start: 12^th August 2025

Balcony stateroom (Cat B) from £5,506* per person (WAS £6,506pp)

Charms of the Mekong

Walk the path less travelled. Discover the magic and beauty of a distant land. Delve deeply into local cultures and meet extraordinary people who have a remarkable resilience. Cruise the Mekong River along this fabled waterway through Vietnam and Cambodia, gliding past flourishing forests, lush green hills and colourful stilt houses. At AmaWaterways, our love for travel inspired us to bring our river cruise expertise to the more exotic parts of the world, including Vietnam and Cambodia.

11 night Fly-Cruise & Land Package

Lively Ho Chi Minh City, once known as the “Pearl of the Orient,” offers a vibrant mix of old and new and provides the perfect start to your incredible journey through Vietnam and Cambodia. Cruise along the mighty Mekong, discovering a glimpse into another era; one where people still happily honour the timeless traditions passed down through the centuries from their ancestors. Throughout your trip, immerse yourself into the culture and heritage with visits to rural villages, historic pagodas and colourful markets. Be treated to a special blessing by monks in Buddhist monastery, and witness skilled artisans who create exquisite handicrafts and delicacies. Experience all this and more on this life-enriching cruise along the Mekong. Conclude your Mekong journey and indulge your inner adventurer in Siem Reap, exploring the grand temples of Angkor Archeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Charms of the Mekong package start: 20^th September 2025

Balcony stateroom (Cat C) from £3,969* per person (WAS £4,430pp)

15 night Fly-Cruise & Land Package

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 the UNESCO-designated Angkor Archeological Park, including Banteay Srei, Angkor Thom, the Terrace of the Elephants, the pyramid temple of Bayon, Ta Prohm—the vine-covered “jungle temple”—Angkor Wat and other key sites. Conclude your journey in Hanoi, Vietnam’s current capital, along with an overnight sojourn on board an elegantly appointed ship in the UNESCO-designated Ha Long Bay.

Charms of the Mekong package start: 4^th October 2025

Balcony stateroom (Cat B) from £5,568* per person (WAS £6,568pp)

*subject to availability at time of booking