Embrace the Spirit of the Mekong River
Angkor Wat , Cambodia
Have you ever wanted to discover the magic and beauty of a distant land ? The tranquil waters of the Mekong River have carried the sagas of ancient empires and colonial powers while providing for the people along its banks for centuries . Fascinating temples , bustling markets and more line its path . When you cruise the Mekong River with award-winning AmaWaterways , not only will you journey into the very heart of Vietnam and Cambodia , but you will also fill your heart with more love for this region than you ever imagined .
Authentic Experiences Traveling between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap , AmaWaterways offers two incredible 7-night river cruise itineraries , Charms of the Mekong and Riches of the Mekong , that encompass several off-thebeaten-path destinations . Essential to these sailings is ensuring that guests have a chance to truly connect with and make a positive impact on the communities they visit through authentic experiences , such as witnessing the ritual of offering alms to local monks in Angkor Ban , a sacred and important tradition in Khmer culture . Guests may also ride aboard a traditional oxcart as its wooden wheels carve through a dirt path in the rural village of Kampong-Tralach , preserving a form of transportation that has spanned generations . Watch as skilled artisans weave colorful silk scarves and rattan mats as their ancestors have done for centuries . Try your hand at rice paper making and sample handmade local sweets such as sticky coconut candy . Plus , sit cross-legged
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