7-Night Cruise With 2 Nights Siem Reap (Cambodia), 3 Nights Hanoi, and 1 Night Ha Long Bay before the Cruise and 2 nights in Ho Chi Minh City after the cruise.

Double Room for the entire trip (on the cruise and all hotels):

For Suite on cruise: $6997.00 per person - Sadec Deck French & Outside Balcony, 366 sq. ft.

For Cat A stateroom on cruise: $6397.50 per person - Saigon Deck French & Outside Balcony, 251 sq. ft.

For Cat B stateroom on cruise: $5995.50 per person - Sadec, Saigon & Tonle Deck French & Outside Balcony, 251 sq. ft.

AmaWaterways is a luxury river cruise line specializing in European, African, and Asian river cruises. They offer a premium experience with thoughtfully designed ships, spacious staterooms, award-winning dining, and a focus on active excursions and wellness. 

It offers:

• Luxury Experience:
  They are known for their upscale amenities, including spacious staterooms (many with twin balconies), multiple dining venues, and public spaces designed for comfort and relaxation. 
• Active & Wellness Focus:
  They incorporate wellness hosts, fitness rooms, and excursions like guided hikes and bike rides, catering to active travelers. 
• Wine & Food Emphasis:
  AmaWaterways is particularly popular with wine lovers and foodies due to wine-themed excursions and their focus on culinary experiences. 

🏰 2 Nights in Siem Reap & the Temples of Angkor
Our trip starts in the most wonder filled city. Siem Reap isn’t just a city — it’s the doorway to one of the most awe-inspiring archaeological wonders on Earth.

We’ll walk beneath the twisted tree roots of Ta Prohm (you’ll recognize it from Tomb Raider, but it’s even better in real life). At Angkor Wat, you can rise early and watch the sun light up the ancient stones — or sleep in and savor your hotel breakfast. No pressure. Later, we’ll explore the eerie beauty of Angkor Thom, where massive stone faces seem to follow you with knowing smiles.

🏙️ 3 nights in Hanoi, Vietnam’s vibrant and historic capital, where ancient temples, French colonial architecture, and buzzing street life come together in perfect harmony. Stroll through the shaded boulevards of the Old Quarter, ride a traditional cyclo past colorful shopfronts, visit sacred pagodas, and enjoy a traditional water puppet show — all while staying in comfort at a centrally located hotel.

🚢 1 magical overnight stay on a luxurious ship in Ha Long Bay, where you’ll cruise through emerald waters dotted with over 2,000 limestone islands. Enjoy gourmet meals on board, soak in panoramic views from the deck, and fall asleep to the gentle sway of the bay under a blanket of stars — an unforgettable experience in one of the most breathtaking places on Earth.

🛳️ 7 Nights on the Mekong River — Aboard the AmaDara
This is where the magic unfolds. No repacking, no changing hotels — just you, your stateroom with a river view, and the slow, steady rhythm of life on the Mekong.

Each day is a feast for the senses:

• You’ll ride in a local rickshaw through quiet towns where tourists haven’t taken over — waving at kids on bikes and stopping to watch silk being spun the old-fashioned way.
• In one village, you might join a Buddhist blessing ceremony. In another, you’ll walk through a local market so colorful and chaotic it makes Trader Joe’s look like a library.
• You’ll hear stories of survival and sorrow at Cambodia’s Killing Fields — a necessary and deeply moving stop that brings the present into focus.
• Evenings? Sundown on the deck, a cocktail in hand, maybe the distant sound of temple bells. And one night, traditional Khmer dancers take the stage — barefoot, graceful, unforgettable.

🏮 2 Nights in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
We end in the thick of it — Saigon. It's wild and wonderful, where crumbling French architecture rubs elbows with shiny skyscrapers and scooters buzz past street vendors selling steaming bowls of pho. One morning, you’ll be sipping Vietnamese coffee, my absolute favorite, and the next, you’re exploring the Cu Chi Tunnels, learning how resilience shaped this country. We'll hit up the bustling Ben Thanh Market (bring your bargaining hat), then say farewell to this wonderful land.

• 7 nights luxury accommodation in a twin-balcony stateroom
• Flat-panel screen that features in-house movies
• Desk and sitting area
• Bottled water replenished daily

• Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
• Sun Deck with pool
• Fitness room and three spas
• Saigon Lounge with panoramic views and bar
• Daily entertainment including cultural performances

• All onboard dining in a variety of venues
• Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
• The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
• Welcome Cocktail and Dinner
• Unlimited wine with lunch and dinner
• Complimentary local beer, house-brand spirits and soft drinks during cruise
• Snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge

• Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
• Immersive tours in every destination
• Knowledgeable guides
• Personal headset for easy exploration
• Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options

• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) at the Sofitel Saigon Plaza (or similar), including buffet breakfast
• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Siem Reap at the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort (or similar), including daily buffet breakfast
• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Hanoi at the Sofitel Legend Metropole (or similar), including daily buffet breakfast
• Overnight stay on board an elegantly appointed ship in Ha Long Bay

• Slower pace, deeper connections: We balance active exploration with downtime. Optional excursions for early risers or late loungers.
• Curated for comfort: Stay in just three hotels the entire trip. That means less packing, more relaxing.
• Hosted by Linda: I’ll be with you every step of the way — from airport hellos to farewell hugs. You’ll never feel alone unless you choose to be.
• Travel with like-minded women: You’re part of a group of fun, independent, kind-hearted travelers who value culture, laughter, and meaningful experiences.

This distinctive ship is in a class of her own! The AmaDara features French Colonial décor and richly carved wood furniture inspired by the history of the region, as well as local artifacts made by native craftsmen. Air-conditioned interior corridors lead to spacious staterooms and suites, all featuring twin balconies that invite the ever-changing scenery of Southeast Asia inside. On board, AmaDara caters to your every whim, with massage rooms, fitness room, gift shop, hair salon and sun-deck pool. Her stunning Saigon Lounge provides respite by day and unites guests over intriguing local entertainment by night. Savor authentic regional delicacies and Western cuisine in the Main Restaurant or dine at The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant; and throughout your cruise, be treated to unlimited complimentary wine with lunch and dinner, as well as house brand spirits, local beer and soft drinks throughout your cruise.

Designed with modern luxury and timeless elegance, the AmaDara features:

• Twin balconies for sweeping Mekong views
• A variety of dining venues, daily cultural entertainment, and an airy sun deck
• Fitness center, spa, and hair salon
• Personalized service that makes you feel pampered and seen
• Capacity for only 124 passengers

💫 Limited Spots are Available!

As of July 2025, the ship is already 65% sold out. There is also a special sale going on which is for 2 people sharing a stateroom, you each get the land portions of the trip at 50% off. I don't know how long this sale will be in effect, so if you're interested, jump on this trip of a lifetime!

Pre Hanoi

Day 1

BANGKOK, THAILAND

Arrive in Bangkok and check into your hotel.

Day 2

BANGKOK

Discover the spectacular and centuries-old Grand Palace with its glittering Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The famous Buddha was chiseled from one block of emerald and is believed to have supernatural powers. Stop at Wat Pho, known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. It houses a school of Thai medicine and is the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. Enjoy rest of day at your leisure to discover more of Bangkok’s incredible sights. (B)

Day 3

BANGKOK

This morning, cruise along the small canals (“khlongs”) of Thonburi, gaining a better understanding of why Bangkok is known as “the Venice of the East.” Conclude your morning sightseeing tour with a visit to the imposing Temple of the Dawn, which stands beside the Chao Phraya River and dazzles with a structure composed of millions of fragments of Chinese porcelain. Spend your afternoon at leisure exploring more Bangkok, from its fascinating three-dimensional art museum, Art in Paradise, to its world-famous shopping centers and colorful markets, such as the Night Train, an eye-catching local gathering of tents illuminated by electric lights as the sun sets (B)

Day 4

DEPART BANGKOK

Check out of your hotel and bid farewell to Bangkok as you prepare for your flight that brings you to your next destination .(B)

Double Room $1,299 per person

Single Room. $1,949 per person

Intra Air:

Bangkok to Hanoi
Additional $280 per person