Phnom Penh , Cambodia
Halong Bay , Vietnam inside the stunning Oudong Monastery as the Buddhist monks bestow their blessings upon you .
While history and timeless traditions are preserved in the smaller villages of Vietnam and Cambodia , AmaWaterways is also sure to include a visit to Cambodia ’ s bustling capital , Phnom Penh , and its impressive Royal Palace — the official residence of the King of Cambodia , with its golden Throne Hall , pavilions and Silver Pagoda . Guests may also choose to either visit the National Museum or the Central Market .
Awe-Inspiring Wonders Along the River and Beyond AmaWaterways ’ 7-night Mekong River itineraries are best reserved with land packages before and after your river cruise that extend your journey and maximize your time in Southeast Asia . Reserve the line ’ s land package in Siem Reap and wake up to the sunrise over Angkor Archaeological Park , a vast UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest religious complex in the world , once lost under tangled jungle vines . Wandering among its ancient ruins , you will see exquisite statues and bas-relief carvings , the memory of which will stay with you forever .
Would you like to see the Eighth Natural Wonder of the World ? Vietnam ’ s breathtaking Ha Long Bay has claimed this moniker as it boasts more than 2,000 islands that rise from the ethereal waters like the spikes on a dragon ’ s back . Guests who reserve AmaWaterways ’ land package in Hanoi , Vietnam , and Ha Long Bay will spend one night aboard an elegantly appointed ship with modern conveniences for a once-in-a-lifetime up-close viewing experience of the UNESCO-designated bay and its magnificent karst formations . AmaWaterways also offers a land package in Ho Chi Minh City , which gives guests a chance to explore such famous landmarks as the former Presidential Palace , the Central Post Office and Ben Thanh Market , as well as the Cu Chi Tunnels , an immense underground network built during the Vietnam War .
In addition , you may add an extra country to your journey with a locally hosted 3-night land extension in Bangkok , Thailand , either before your Hanoi land package or after your Ho Chi Minh City land package . There , you will discover the spectacular , centuries-old Grand Palace , with its glittering Temple of the Emerald Buddha , cruise the small canals of Thonburi and much more .
Contact Our Agency to Plan Your Personalized ESCAPE · 13