Erin Richards

Huckleberry Travel

Mekong New Year - Ama Waterways

Dec 31, 2024 to Jan 6, 2025
Mekong River - Vietnam/Cambodia

Welcome aboard the Ama Dara with Huckleberry Travel and Ama Waterways!

 
Join Huckleberry Travel as we sail into 2025 on the Mekong River.  Embarking in Siem Reap, Cambodia and disembarking 7 days later in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, unpack once, and explore these enigmatic countries by day while sailing in comfortable luxury at night.
 
Please read everything carefully.  You will find all trip details: itinerary, what's included, and more below.  All pricing indicated is inclusive of taxes and fees.  This is NOT  a live booking site (it is not connected to Ama Waterways for security purposes).  
If you are booking as a solo, please only select 1 and Primary Traveler in the drop downs.   All booking information should match the passenger's passport exactly.  Please provide a copy of the photo pages of all passports to Huckleberry Travel (email Erin@HuckleberryTravel.com) after submitting booking information.  Visas for Cambodia and Vietnam will be required and passengers are responsible for these documents.
 
If you need to add something not listed, want to request help with flights, transfers not listed, pre or post land packages, or need to inquire about assistance with accessible cabins or assistive devices on board, please select the "other" radial at the end of the passenger form and complete the indicated information.
 
From Ama Waterways:
Cruise along the Mekong through Cambodia and Vietnam as you are transported back in time to another era, where the rhythms of the countryside move at a slower pace and allow for a fascinating glimpse into a traditional way of life. Visit rural villages, colorful markets and a monastery, where you will receive a special Buddhist blessing by monks. Delve into the peaks and valleys of Cambodia’s history in the Royal Palace and National Museums of its beautiful capital, Phnom Penh. Witness skilled artisans who create exquisite handicrafts and delicacies, and be treated to authentic experiences, including rides via oxcart, tut tut and trishaw. On this transformative journey, the Mekong truly reveals a vibrant world along its shores.
***Note: Itinerary is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the itinerary schedule you receive with your final documents.
 
 

Included Features of the Ama Dara:

  • Warm and welcoming staff, professionally trained to deliver impeccable service
  • Exquisite Western-style and regionally inspired cuisine
  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant and tasting menu
  • Complimentary unlimited wine with lunch and dinner
  • Complimentary house spirits, local beer, soft drinks all day and bottled water replenished daily
  • Convenient interior access to all facilities and decks
  • Onboard spas for massage and pampering*
  • Air conditioning in public areas and staterooms
  • Fitness room, pool and gift shop
*Additional costs apply.

Itinerary:

  • Day 1 (Siem Reap/Kampong Cham): Transfer to Kampong Cham, EMBARKATION, Phnom Pros & Phnom Srei "Twin Mountain" visit. 
  • Day 2 (Ankgor Ban/Oknhatey Village): Shore excursions include: walking tours, village tours and elementary school visit
 
  • Day 3 (Phenom Penh/Oudong/Kampong-Tralach): Cruising, tuk-tuk tours, Buddhist blessing ceremony and walking tour, oxcart rides
 
  • Day 4 (Phnom Penh): Killing Fields & Genocide Museum, Royal Palace & National  Museum OR Royal Palace & Central Market
 
  • Day 5 (Border Crossing): Visa Information - Exit Point from Cambodia: Koh Rokar, Entry Point to Vietnam: Song Tien Landport
 
  • Day 6 (Tan Chau): Craftsmen's workshops - trishaw ride & active walking tour to/of Evergreen Island OR Tram Chim National Park
 
  • Day 7 (Sa Dec/Cai Be): Boat ride, local market, Cao Dai Temple, local workshops OR local workshop visits & active walking tour to historic Kiet Old House
 
  • Day 8 (Ho Chi Minh): Disembarkation at My Tho - transfers to Ho Chi Minh City
 

What's not included:

  1. Airfare to/from Asia
  2. Recommended Travel Insurance
  3. Pre-/post-tours 
  4. Bangkok Extension
  5. Some gratuities and tips
  6. Transfers unless noted

Terms & Conditions:
All rates are per person in USD, based on double occupancy in a base category stateroom unless stated otherwise. Single supplements may apply.  SAVINGS are applicable to new bookings only booked by July 31, 2023 and are reflected in the pricing when applicable. Solo travelers in a double occupancy must pay an additional single supplement amount before receiving any discounts. MEKONG 2-FOR-1 LAND PACKAGE offer is only valid with the purchase of a 7-night cruise at full fare based on double occupancy; must mention promo code 2FOR1LAND in order to receive. Mekong 2-FOR-1 Land Package offer is valid until July 31, 2023.  Other restrictions may apply. Port charges, airfares, stateroom upgrades, optional land programs, visas, and gratuities are additional. For complete details, general information and terms & conditions, please contact your Travel Advisor. AmaWaterways reserves the right to revise any errors on the flyer. Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change at any time without notice. CST#2065452-20. V23JUN23KC

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellation Charges: In the unfortunate event a participant must cancel travel, notice must be made to AmaWaterways during standard business hours or via email to Res@amawaterways.com, which must include writing stating clearly and correctly each guest ’s name, ship name, start and end date of the cruise and a brief statement of the reason for cancellation. Other forms of notice are not sufficient. Cancellations received within 24 hours of vacation start date will be deemed as trip interruption, cannot be cancelled and are 100% non-refundable. The effective date of the cancellation is the date AmaWaterways receives cancellation notice.  A change in sailing date, name changes, the substitution of a participant or a reduction in the number of guests in a stateroom are treated as a cancellation in that all applicable cancellation charges apply.  A reduction in occupancy is subject to a single supplement charge. Cancellation charges for bookings within charter and part-charter agreements are as per the charter contract.  All other cancellation charges are per-person, based on the cancellation date, as seen in the chart below. You acknowledge that your cancellation will cause us and the Carrier difficulty in selling a replacement cruise or cruise & land reservation and thus the cancellation fees described below apply regardless of whether your cruise or cruise & land reservation is resold. You agree that any losses sustained by us and /or the Carrier in the event of cancellation would be very difficult or impossible to quantify , and the cancellation fees are fair and reasonable as liquidated damages.
 

Available Packages

Suite
Unavailable as of February 1, 2024

Starting At: $4,408.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

French & Outside Balcony
366 sq.ft.
Sadec Deck
Sitting area ideal for admiring incredible scenery
Individually controlled air conditioning
Writing desk, bathrobes, slippers, mini bar, satellite TV, safe and phone for use onboard
Spacious suites with substantial sitting area, spacious bathroom with shower and separate tub, generous private balcony

Category A Stateroom
Unavailable as of February 1, 2024

Starting At: $3,908.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

French & Outside Balcony
251 sq.ft.
Saigon Deck
Sitting area ideal for admiring incredible scenery
Individually controlled air conditioning
Writing desk, bathrobes, slippers, mini bar, satellite TV, safe and phone for use onboard
Spacious suites with substantial sitting area, spacious bathroom with shower and separate tub, generous private balcony
 

Category B Stateroom
Unavailable as of October 1, 2024

Starting At: $3,858.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

French & Outside Balcony
251 sq.ft.
Saigon OR Sadec OR Tonle Decks
Sitting area ideal for admiring incredible scenery
Individually controlled air conditioning
Writing desk, bathrobes, slippers, mini bar, satellite TV, safe and phone for use onboard
Spacious suites with substantial sitting area, spacious bathroom with shower and separate tub, generous private balcony
 

Luxury Suite
Unavailable as of September 30, 2024

Starting At: $6,058.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

French & Outside Balcony
502 sq.ft.
Sadec Deck
Sitting area ideal for admiring incredible scenery
Individually controlled air conditioning
Writing desk, bathrobes, slippers, mini bar, satellite TV, safe and phone for use onboard
Spacious suites with substantial sitting area, spacious bathroom with shower and separate tub, generous private balcony