By Rama Gaind
“The honeymoon is the unforgettable period in a couple’s life. Later in life, tried and tired in the dust and mist of relations, together or not, they would always miss that time they spent together. Every bit of it.” – Girdhar Joshi
Acqua Mekong: there is no better way to start life as a married couple or celebrate a milestone anniversary than a once-in-a-lifetime adventure along the Amazon or Mekong with Aqua Expeditions.
How true are author Joshi’s poignant sentiments. Some moments in life are to be savoured, and an anniversary and honeymoon are two such occasions.
Aqua Expeditions is all about bringing unparalleled travel experiences in the utmost comfort to modern-day adventurers cruising the world’s greatest rivers. It begins with the Peruvian section of the Amazon River, one of the world’s last great unexplored regions.
The next once-in-a-lifetime luxury river experience is on the Mekong River between Cambodia and Vietnam.
Aqua Expeditions brings couples a unique and unforgettable experience – this is the way to experience south east Asia and Peru’s highlights, whether as part of a longer trip or a quick stop-over before embarking on more adventures
Full of unmissable romantic touches and offering couples a truly immersive river safari experience, Aqua Expeditions has announced new honeymoon and anniversary cruise experiences. All this is for the same price as a regular departure on the boutique operator’s Aqua Mekong and Aria Amazon sailing schedules.
Cambodia water village: full of unmissable romantic touches and offering guests a truly immersive river safari experience.
Throughout their journey, couples and newlyweds will get ever closer to some of the world’s most remote and beautiful locations, with each vessel featuring beautiful suite accommodation with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows as well as luxurious lounge and spa facilities for relaxation.
On checking into their spacious design suite, couples will be greeted with a heart-shaped chocolate cake or chocolate truffles, charming handwritten note and an indulgent bottle of champagne ready to be popped. The bed will be romantically sprinkled with flower petals and topped with a folded pet towel.
Onboard highlights include a gym, artisanal boutique, massage rooms, indoor bar, lounge area and outdoor jacuzzi, while Aqua Mekong also features a library/games room, outdoor bar and screening room. Exclusive 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio ensures unrivalled levels of comfort and quality of service.
Regular excursions
Active twice-daily excursions in groups of no more than eight by private speedboat are led by expert local guides, who know these two regions like the backs of their hands; feel the dense jungle underfoot, bike to local markets and temples, hop in the vessel’s kayaks, or jump in to discover unspoiled waters and rare indigenous wildlife close-up.
Vietnam rice fields: for couples wishing to immerse themselves in local culture, activities include visits to local markets, key nature spots and remote floating villages.
For couples wishing to immerse themselves in local culture, activities include visits to exquisite markets, key nature spots and remote floating villages.
World-class local cuisine on board is designed by renowned consulting chefs, David Thompson on Aqua Mekong and Pedro Miguel Schiaffino on Aria Amazon – both of whom are known as authorities on the unique cuisine of each region. After dinner, couples can enjoy a beverage on the Observation Deck, as the night sky fills with constellations and shooting stars – the ultimate romantic setting.
Couples on Aqua Mekong are invited to head to the screening room for a range of movie classics or on more balmy nights can enjoy the outdoor cinema under the stars, whilst those celebrating a wedding anniversary on Aria Amazon will be treated to a special cake on the day along with songs by the onboard band.
Giving back
All guests on Aqua Expeditions voyages have the unique opportunity to give back to the incredible people, flora and fauna in the environments they visit, for that moment in time becoming a part of the community. This can be done through the Room to Read scheme on Aqua Mekong sailings which supports school girls in increasing literary rates in local schools, and Pack with a Purpose on Aria Amazon sailings where guests can bring valuable supplies for local children and families in their suitcases.
Special celebrations: on the Aqua Mekong and Aria Amazon. These vessels are chic and contemporary with exquisite food that charts the journey along the river.
Aqua Expeditions brings couples a unique and unforgettable experience – this is the way to enjoy South East Asia and Peru’s highlights, whether as part of a longer trip or a quick stop-over before embarking on more adventures.
Honeymoon and anniversary cruises are priced from US$4,050.00 per person on Aqua Mekong and US$3,825.00 per person on Aria Amazon. These prices are based on twin share suite accommodation on three-night Discovery Cruises including all meals on board, beverages (premium non-alcoholic, house wine and beer), shore excursions, laundry, bike use and intermittent Wi-Fi.
Both vessels also operate four-night Explorer Cruises and seven-night Expedition Cruises and a 30% discount will apply on bookings for all Aqua Mekong cruises until 14 August 2018.
Package inclusions
Couples will receive the following additional amenities during these cruises:
Aqua Mekong
- Bottle of champagne and chocolate heart shape cake in cabin upon arrival
- Special turndown on first night
- Complimentary 60-minute couple’s massage in cabin
- Private romantic dinner on upper deck
- Private screen movie (weather permitting)
Aria Amazon
- Bottle of champagne and homemade chocolate truffle in cabin upon arrival
- Special turndown on first night
- Complimentary 50-minute couple’s massage in cabin
- A special anniversary cake with Aqua band singing love songs
DETAILS BOX
For information and bookings please contact your travel agent or Aqua Expeditions Australia
T: 1300 124 204
E: reservations@aquaexpeditions.com.au
W: https://www.aquaexpeditions.com/exclusive-offers/honeymoon-anniversary/
