Part 1: Riches of the Mekong River Cruise Excursions We Loved
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It was one of our all-time favorite river cruises.
We were able to do what we wanted at our leisure. And we went around in tuk tuks with some other cruisers later that day on our own.
It was such a special fun activity because they were so excited to see us and so eager to show off their English skills.
It was heavy, but it was interesting and important to learn about.
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We're taking you through the incredible shore excursions from our Riches of the Mekong River cruise with AmaWaterways (Charms of the Mekong in reverse), sharing exactly what to expect from this cultural journey through Cambodia and Vietnam. You'll discover the magic of exploring nearly 1,000 temples at Angkor Wat (including how to maximize your “golden ticket” for independent exploration), experience authentic village life in Angkor Ban where locals welcome you into their homes, and learn about Cambodia's complex history through visits to the Royal Palace and difficult but important sites like the Killing Fields. We'll share practical tips for navigating the bus transfers, how to prepare for the heat and cultural sites, and how AmaWaterways' Giving Back Asia program lets you make a difference during your visit. Whether you're already booked on a Mekong cruise or considering this bucket-list adventure, you'll understand what makes these excursions so transformative and how they connect you with the warmth and resilience of the Cambodian people. This is part one of our two-part series covering days 1-4, with part two continuing our journey into Vietnam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAkIvJsG6ig • Be sure to listen to our episode about our onboard river cruise experience on the AmaDara along the Mekong River: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2448059/episodes/17660672 • For stunning photos and additional information about cruising this spectacular river in Southeast Asia, read our AmaWaterways Mekong River Cruise Review: 30 Unexpected Surprises: https://sometimessailing.com/amawaterways-mekong-river-cruise-review-surprising-things/ • We were so grateful we had handheld rechargeable fans for our excursions! You’ll find our favorite fan in our Mekong River Cruise packing list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/sometimeshome/list/4P6IKHDFR02X?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_QD0ZKDS3MNGDBKQHZPM5 • We were also grateful to have the opportunity to participate in AmaWaterways’ Giving Back Asia program. Don’t forget to bring items to donate. (A list of items can be found on the Giving Back Asia webpage; you can donate from home too): https://www.amawaterways.ca/GivingBackAsia CHAPTERS: 00:35 Excursions to Swoon Over, Off-Ship Along the Mekong 03:27 Pre-Cruise: Exploring Siem Reap and Angkor Wat 07:18 Day 1: First Day of the Cruise, Transfer to the Ship 10:12 Day 2: Cultural Immersion in Cambodian Villages 17:57 Day 3: Phnom Penh: A City of Contrasts 24:47 Part 2: What We’re Diving Into Next Week!