http://www.amawaterways.com/ Thinking about taking a vacation in the near future? Consider booking a ride up the Mekong River with Ama Waterways and explore Cambodia and Vietnam.

1. SAILING THE MEKONG RIVER
PRESENTED BY
AMA WATERWAYS

2. 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.

3. RIVER CRUISES VS. OCEAN CRUISES
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:
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You get to see the shore everyday
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You get more time on land to see the local sights
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There aren’t any waves, so you’re less likely to get seasick
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You don’t have to take a smaller boat to shore
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You’re dropped off right in town

4. 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 culturallyimmersive 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.

5. CRUISE EVENTS (CONT’D)
The tour guides for the trips are lively and
speak perfect English. They lead the tours onshore 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.

6. 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.

7. DINING AND MEALS
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.

8. START PLANNING YOUR TRIP NOW!
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!

9. CONTACT US
Ama Waterways
26010 Mureau Road, 200
Calabasas, CA 91302
Toll Free: 1-800-626-0126
Fax: 818-871-9737
E-mail: info@amawaterways.com