the secrets of egypt & the nile2021 - 2022

Dear Valued Guest,
Egypt has captured the world’s imagination and continues to make an extraordinary
impression on those who visit; and beginning in September 2021, we are delighted
to take you there. While traveling along Egypt’s Nile River, you’ll be treated to aconnoisseur’s discovery of this ancient civilization as only AmaWaterways canprovide—with an unparalleled river cruise and land adventure that includes exquisite
cuisine, beautiful accommodations, authentic excursions and extraordinary service.
Your journey along the world’s longest river on board our spectacular, newly designed
AmaDahlia will take you to some of Egypt’s most iconic sites. Discover ancient splendors
such as the Great Hypostyle Hall of Karnak, the beguiling Temple of Luxor and themystifying Valley of the Kings and Queens, along with exclusive access to the Tombof Queen Nefertari. While in Cairo, you’ll stay at the 5-star Four Seasons at The First
Residence, an oasis in the middle of the city, where each day, you’ll experience someof the world’s most astonishing antiquities. Come face to face with King Tut’s pricelessdiscoveries at the Egyptian Museum, as well as the Great Sphinx and the three Pyramidsof Giza, the last surviving of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; and gain private
access to Cairo’s Abdeen Presidential Palace.
This mesmerizing destination has entranced archaeologists and historians for generations
and inspired its own field of study—Egyptology. Now it’s time for you to be entranced.
We look forward to sharing Egypt with you.
Sincerely,

Rudi Schreiner
Co-Founder &President|

Kristin Karst		
Co-Founder &		
Executive Vice President		

Gary Murphy
Co-Owner &Senior Vice President, Sales

Front cover: Sunset Felucca Ride, Nile River, Aswan, Egypt							TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
2OUR STORY

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THE WORLD'S LONGEST RIVER, THE NILE

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NAVIGATE THE NILE IN STYLE8

A PALATE-PLEASING JOURNEY

10 LUXOR—“THE WORLD'S GREATEST
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CAIRO — “THE CITY OF A THOUSAND MINARETS”

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CLASSICAL GRANDEUR IN THE HEART OF CAIRO

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SECRETS OF EGYPT & THE NILE

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AMMAN AND PETRA, JORDAN

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JERUSALEM, ISRAEL26

AMADAHLIA

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AFRICA AND THE CHOBE RIVER30

AIR INFORMATION & TRAVEL WAIVER PLUS

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TERMS & CONDITIONSISIS AND NEFERTARI IN AN
EGYPTIAN PAPYRUS PAINTING

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Front cover: Karnak Temple, Luxor, Egypt
NUBIAN VILLAGE, ASWAN, EGYPT

2 |OUR STORY
AmaWaterways was founded in 2002 by three families, but our river cruise story began well before that.
Co-Founder and President Rudi Schreiner was born in Vienna, at the heart of the Danube River. In 1975,
as part of a journalism assignment, he designed his first ship, a raft he took along the Amazon River.
Soon thereafter, he started working in travel, creating unique tour experiences in Europe.

“There are certain experiences in life that end up drawing you down a path you had never envisioned yourself
taking. My Amazon River trip made me want to help more people discover the joy of traveling through a country
by river – and creating AmaWaterways with Kristin and Jimmy made this dream a reality." – Rudi Schreiner
When the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal was built in 1992, Rudi became a driving force in the river cruising industry.
He later teamed up with Co-Founders Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy to start AmaWaterways. Born in Germany,
Kristin brings extensive experience in travel, river cruising and customer service in her role as Executive Vice
President. Rudi and Kristin partnered with Jimmy Murphy, a brilliant travel entrepreneur who built Brendan
Vacations. His son, Gary, now carries on his father’s legacy in his role as Senior Vice President of Sales.

“Travel has been my life’s passion and my greatest source of inspiration and creativity. I am very proud of
AmaWaterways’ success – it has taken grit, optimism and the insight to surround ourselves with really talented
people who treat every new challenge as an opportunity to think differently and create something new that helps
us stand out from the crowd.” – Kristin Karst
From the beginning, our goal was to create a river cruise company that we, ourselves, would enjoy. To us, thatmeant the highest-quality, locally sourced food and fine wine; innovative and elegantly appointed ships withstaterooms offering maximum views to enjoy the ever-changing countryside; and a crew who goes above andbeyond, treating every guest like they are part of OUR family.

Rudi Schreiner and Kristin Karst, Africa

From left: Gary, Kristin, Jimmy and Rudi

“We are proud to represent a product and river cruise
experience that is enjoyed by travelers of all ages.
We are truly inclusive, not only in our productdelivery and everything we include in our price,
but also inclusive of all ages, ethnic backgrounds
and family compositions.” – Gary Murphy

Gary Murphy, Tan Chau, Vietnam
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The World’s Longest River

NILE RIVER, CAIRO, EGYPT

4 |TH E NI L E R I VER
The Nile is often associated with Egypt, but in fact, it flows north for over 4,000 miles through 11 countries—
Tanzania, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Eritrea, South
Sudan, Sudan and Egypt—before emptying into the Mediterranean Sea. Fascinatingly, most rivers flow
north to south, but the Nile flows south to north and historically has flooded during the months of Augustand September.
Egypt has been dependent on the predictability of the Nile’s cycle since ancient times; and as a result, theriver has been the heart of Egyptian civilization since this time. Without its water, rich soil, papyrus reeds,
fish and fowl life, Egyptian culture wouldn’t have existed. Since rainfall is almost non-existent in Egypt,
the floods provided the only source to sustain crops. It was from these natural resources, that one of thegreatest civilizations emerged, with a complex belief system, mystifying rituals, brilliant artistry, ingeniousfeats of engineering and awe-inspiring archeological treasures that changed the course of history.

THE ASWAN HIGH DAM
While ancient Egyptians relied on the Nile flooding, it no longer floods each year because in 1970 the
Aswan High Dam was completed. This huge dam helps to regulate the flow of the river, to generate
electricity, irrigate farms and provide homes with drinking water. And since many of Egypt’s historicalsites were built along the banks of the Nile River, some had to be moved, including Nubian villages
and Abu Simbel, one of the most recognizable ancient sites in Egypt. For 3,000 years, it sat on the
Nile’s West Bank. However, in a remarkable feat of engineering, the temple complex was dismantled
and rebuilt on a higher hill to make way for the Aswan High Dam. Abu Simbel’s home is located on
Lake Nasser, one of the largest man-made reservoirs in the entire world which exists because of the
Aswan High Dam.

EGYPT: THE GIFT OF THE NILE
Egypt is considered to be one of the cradles of civilization; and the Nile River has clearly played a crucialrole in its creation. This is why the Greek historian Herodotus called Egypt the “Gift of the Nile,” since
without its water, the Egyptian empire would not have emerged.

NUBIA
Experience Nubia, its wonderful culture and welcoming
people—a highlight of your Egyptian adventure.

INTERTWINED HISTORIES
Nubia reflects a great heritage with a history dating from2000 B.C. to modern day. Nubia, one of Egypt’s hidden
treasures, is culturally linked to ancient Egypt, where bouts ofpeace and war were a constant. In ancient tomb paintings, theNubians were often depicted as traders who were sophisticatedand served as major merchants for gold, ivory and ebony.
In fact, their region was the main source of gold for the
Egyptians, and may be why the name “Nubia” was derived
from the Egyptian word for gold, “nub.” Ancient Nubians werealso known for their archery skills, and the Egyptians called
their land “Ta-Seti,” meaning “Land of the Bow.”
Sadly, while Nubia had a prosperous history, time hasn’t always
been kind to them, especially when the Aswan High Dam wascreated. This ancient land today lies mostly under the watersof Lake Nasser created by the dam; and as such, lower Nubia
could be considered modern Egypt’s very own lost Atlantis.
Nubian villages today are located near Aswan and differ fromother Egyptian villages as they are easily distinguished bytheir houses awash in a rainbow of bright and lively colors.
While the Nubians who live here are considered to be citizensof Egypt, these extremely warm and welcoming people stillretain their own culture with their own unique language, as
well as poetry, novels, storytelling and music.

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Navigate the Nile in style

SUN DECK (ARTIST RENDERING)

6 |A FLOAT I NG S A NCT UARY
When it’s time to embark on the newly designed 68-passenger AmaDahlia for your Nile River cruise,
you’ll be warmly welcomed aboard by an attentive crew who will ensure your journey provides you withmemories that will last a lifetime. While each day brings a new and exciting adventure, you can always
count on your floating hotel to provide you with all the amenities and conveniences you need to makeyour time in Egypt as comfortable as possible.

SPACIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS
Elegantly appointed staterooms and suites, four of which are Panorama Suites at the front of the ship,
range from 194 sq. ft to 430 sq. ft., and feature beautiful amenities for all your needs. Marble bathrooms
offer a multi-jet shower and soothing bath and body products – and for those staying in suites, there is botha bathtub and shower. Most accommodations have AmaWaterways’ signature twin balconies, featuring
both a French and outside balcony, so you can marvel at the contrasting scenery as you sail past villages
surrounded by luxuriant date palm groves, romantic desert hills, lush oases and ancient colonnaded temples.
A stylishly adorned main lounge with full-service bar and dance floor provides the perfect place to gather
with fellow adventurers and companions. During the day, listen to insightful lectures, and at night, enjoy
authentic local entertainment, including an Egyptian belly dance show, a Galabeya party and a Darawish show.
The Sun Deck is the ideal setting to take in the views while indulging in a refreshing Egyptian beverage,
karkade, ice-cold hibiscus tea or a glass of wine, while the pool invites you to take a dip. For those whowish to stay fit, partake in an exercise class with your professionally trained Wellness Host or work out inthe well-equipped fitness room. Afterwards, soothe your muscles with a rejuvenating massage or treat
yourself to hair and nail services at the salon.

LOBBY (ARTIST RENDERING)

MAIN LOUNGE (ARTIST RENDERING)

MAIN RESTAURANT (ARTIST RENDERING)

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A Palate -pleasing Journey

PREPARING DELICIOUS CUISINE, THE CHEF’S TABLE

8 |A FEAST FOR THE SENSES
Part of what makes travel so exhilarating is discovering the destination and its culture through its cuisine;and, while traveling through Egypt, you’ll be treated to a feast for the senses on a palate-pleasing journey.
Immersed in history and tradition, Egyptian cuisine is quite varied and shares similarities with its
Mediterranean counterparts – but with a unique twist. Hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel, rice-stuffed
grape leaves, exquisite cheese and baklava are staples of Egyptian cuisine, along with delicious meals
prepared with fresh fish, meat, vegetables, legumes, and of course, exotic spices.

THE PERFECT BLEND
Beautiful and often historic settings, combined with deliciously locally sourced cuisine, including regional
specialties and Western favorites, will be part of your Egypt culinary journey. While visiting Cairo, you’ll betreated to some very special dining experiences. After a day exploring the Great Pyramids, unwind andindulge in a lovely lunch at the Mena House, complete with views of the pyramids. Dine at one of Egypt’s
oldest restaurants, Naguib Mahfouz, made famous by its namesake—one of Egypt’s famous authors andNobel Prize winners. And feel like royalty at the luxurious Abdeen Palace with a private lunch.
While sailing, the ever-changing views of the Nile River provide the perfect backdrop as you prepare fordaily adventures and recharge with bountiful breakfast and lunch buffets. During the evening, savor a
multi-course menu in the Main Restaurant, or take a seat at AmaWaterways’ The Chef’s Table specialty
restaurant, where you can watch as your chef prepares a true tasting menu with an appetizer, a champagne
sorbet intermezzo, choice of main course and decadent desserts. Throughout your river cruise, enjoy
unlimited complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board.

TANTALIZE YOUR TASTE BUDS
Get excited for your Egyptian adventure by trying this simple,
yet delicious dip dating back to ancient Egypt in the 13th century.

THE ORIGINS OF “HUMMUS BI TAHINI”
The Turks, Greeks, Israelis and Egyptians—among others—all
have a rich hummus history, but who really can claim hummus
bi tahini prepared from chickpeas and tahini paste, among
other ingredient, as their own? While no one really knows for
sure, based on the medieval cookbook, “Kitab Wasf al-Atima
al-Mutada,” Arabic for “The Description of Familiar Food,” itlikely originated from ancient Egypt. Regardless of where it
originated, this tasty dip is enjoyed by all cultures.
INGREDIENTS• 1 (16-ounce) can of chickpeas (or garbanzo beans)• 1/4 cup liquid from the can of chickpeas• 3 to 5 tablespoons lemon juice (depending on taste)• 1 1/2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)• 2 cloves garlic (peeled and crushed)• 1/2 teaspoon salt (depending on taste)• Pinch of cumin and cayenne pepper
Directions: Drain the chickpeas and set aside the liquid.
Combine the chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, garlic and salt
in a blender. Add 1/4 cup of the liquid from the chickpeas.
Blend on low until thoroughly mixed and smooth. Place in a
serving bowl and create a shallow well in the center of thehummus and then add a small amount of olive oil in the well.
Serve with fresh, warm pita bread, or cover and refrigerate.

EGYPTIAN-STYLE LAMB CHOPS

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LU XOR —“ T H E WORL D ’S G RE AT E ST
OPE N - AIR MU S E UM”
The perfect gateway for your Nile River cruise is the UNESCO-designated city of Luxor—one of the mostunique settings in the world, combining the past and present. Formerly known as Thebes, the capital city of
the New Kingdom of Upper Egypt, and once considered the most powerful and exquisite city of the ancientworld, Luxor has often been called “the world’s greatest open-air museum.” It has been stated that Luxor
contains about a third of the most valuable monuments and antiquities in the entire world constructed fromthe onset of the Middle Kingdom (2050 B.C.) up until Roman and Byzantine times, and is located on boththe Left and Right banks of Nile, which you’ll get to explore.

THE LEFT BANK: THE TEMPLES OF KARNAKAND LUXOR
Two of Egypt’s most astonishing temples—Karnak and Luxor—lie on the Left Bank and are joined by the
one-and-half-mile Avenue of Sphinxes (comprised of 700 sandstone sphinxes). The Temple of Luxor,
constructed over the course of 1,300 years by Amenhotep III, Rameses II, Tutankhamun and other pharaohs,
is one of the world’s best-preserved ancient sites and was dedicated to Amon, king of the gods, his wife
Mut, and Khonsu, their child. The Temple of Karnak, the largest religious complex in Egypt and one of thelargest in the world, second to Cambodia’s Angkor Wat Temple complex, covers about 200 acres andincludes a vast network of columns, hieroglyphics, obelisks, sphinxes and colossi.

THE RIGHT BANK: THE TOMBS OF THE NOBLES
On Luxor’s Right Bank is one of the most important archaeological sites in the world, often referred to as
the “Tombs of the Nobles.” The most famous is the Valley of the Kings containing more than 60 tombs,
including the enigmatic King Tutankhamun, whose mummified remains are still here on display. South of
the Valley of the Kings and closer to the Nile lies the Valley of the Queens – home to the mummified remainsof more than 30 queens and princesses, including Nefertari’s Tomb. Another amazing tomb dedicatedto one of Egypt’s most successful pharaohs and the country’s first female ruler is the mortuary templeof Queen Hatshepsut, “Holy of Holies,” located beneath the cliffs at Deir el Bahari. It is one of the mostincomparable monuments of ancient Egypt with an unusual structure even in its day because it was
designed to seamlessly blend into its natural surroundings.

STATUE OF RAMESES II, LUXOR TEMPLE, EGYPT

10 |T HE MY S T ERI ES OF ANC IE N T E G Y PT
Travel along the Nile River from Luxor to Aswan and discover a dazzling array of ancient monuments, tombs and temples. Experience some of Egypt’s greatest cult temples devoted to aparticular god or goddess, including the Temple of Horus, the falcon god, and the Temple of Isis, mother of Horus and wife of Osiris; along with some of the most intriguing mortuary temples
dedicated to the pharaohs after their death, such as the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut.

TEMPLE OF HATHORTHE TEMPLE OF EDFUNEFERTARI’S TOMB

Hathor was a major goddess in ancient Egypt who personified
the principles of joy, feminine love and other earthly pleasures.
This temple is considered the best-preserved temple in Egypt
and is visually stunning with its grand entrance, detailed
carvings, hieroglyphics and decorated ceiling.

Sacred to the falcon god Horus, known as the protector of
the pharaohs, this temple is Egypt’s second largest and oneof the best preserved. Construction began in 237 B.C. andwas completed in 57 B.C. by Cleopatra’s father.

Nefertari, which means “the most beautiful of them all,” was the
beloved royal wife of Rameses II, who built this tomb for her.
Known as QV66, this tomb is considered one of the largest
and most beautiful. You’ll enjoy exclusive access inside to see
its gorgeous and well-preserved wall paintings up close.

TEMPLES OF PHILAE

TEMPLE OF KOM OMBOGREAT TEMPLE OF ABYDOS OF SETI I

The UNESCO-designated Philae Temple complex has one of
the most stunningly restored and preserved hieroglyphics in
Egypt. It’s an exquisite island shrine to the goddess Isis andmother of Horus.

The Temple of Kom Ombo is an unusual double temple. Dueto the conflict between Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus,
the falcon-headed god, the ancient Egyptians separated theirtemple spaces so there are two of everything.

While Seti I’s history might be overshadowed by his son,Rameses II, considered one of history’s greatest pharaohs,
Seti I’s role was to bring back order to Egypt after thecontroversial heretic Pharaoh Akhenaten’s religious reforms.
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“ T H E C IT Y OF A
T HO U S AN D M INARE T S”
There are many cities that blend the Old World and the new, and then there is Cairo, Egypt’s capital, locatedon the banks of the Nile River. It is a city where towering skyscrapers overlook 1,000-year-old monuments,
and where getting around could mean hopping on the world-class metro system or catching a relaxing ride
down the Nile on a felucca. Cairo also holds the special distinction of being home to the last of the Seven
Wonders of the Ancient World still standing, the Great Pyramids, completed around 2540 B.C. While Cairo
provides the gateway to the Great Pyramids, which have historically loomed large as emblems of ancient
Egypt, Cairo is a colorful city with even more to discover beyond the timeless pyramids.

OLD CAIRO
Tucked away amid the modern urban area of the city lies Old Cairo, which is full of sites dating from
Egypt’s Christian past and the dawn of Islam’s presence in Egypt. As one of the world’s oldest Islamic
cities, Cairo is home to stunning Islamic architecture, which has earned it the nickname “The City ofa Thousand Minarets.” Old Cairo is also home to Coptic Cairo—a stronghold of Egypt’s Christian past
until the Islamic era—and encompasses the city’s oldest structure, a Babylonian fortress, as well as aconcentration of Christian churches and other sites that date from the centuries between the declineof the pharaonic religion and the arrival of Islam when Egypt had a Christian majority.

THE HEARTBEAT OF THE CITY
Located in this historic center is Khan El-Khalili, an important district for cultural and economic activities,
along with one of the world’s great shopping experiences. While strolling through this 14th-century
market, you may find your eyes becoming lost between the unique mix of merchandise—from sparklingsilverware to gold artifacts to exotic spices. It’s also home to many old cafés, including one of Nobel
Prize winner Naguib Mahfouz’s favorite cafés, aptly named Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant. While dining
at this café, be treated to a number of Egyptian delicacies, as well as a host of traditional hot drinks
and juices as you enjoy a nostalgic trip back in time to Cairo’s golden past.

FLUTE VENDOR, KHAN EL-KHALILI MARKET, CAIRO

12 |C A IRO— A UN IQU E AN D VAR IE D H IS TORY
Every corner of Cairo has its own unique history and story to tell, with a clear contrast between the various historical stages that extend from ancient Egypt to the Roman Empire, and theIslamic era until the modern history of Egypt—all of which blend in harmony.

EGYPTIAN MUSEUMCITADEL OF SALAH ED-DIN & ALABASTER MOSQUE

GREAT PYRAMIDS OF GIZA

The exquisite Egyptian Museum is home to some of thegreatest masterpieces ever crafted. Its unique collection ofpharaonic art includes the priceless treasures of Tutankhamun,such as his death-mask, beautifully made of solid gold discovered by Howard Carter in the Valley of the Kings in 1922.

The UNESCO-designated Citadel of Saladin is home to
the Mosque of Muhammad—also known as the Alabaster
Mosque—which was built to rival Istanbul’s Hagia Sofia withan ornate interior and splendid array of lamps suspended
from the intricately decorated ceiling.

The three Pyramids of Giza are among the most famous
structures on Earth. The Great Pyramid of Giza, also called
the Pyramid of Khufu in honor of the pharaoh entombedwithin, is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the AncientWorld, and the only one still intact today.

THE SPHINX

DJOSER STEP PYRAMIDABDEEN PRESIDENTIAL PALACEAt the eastern end of the pyramids sits another famousmonument, the Great Sphinx. In Ancient Egypt, the head wasoften a Pharaoh or a god, and Egyptologists believe the headof the sphinx is modeled after Khufu’s son, Khafre, who wasentombed in the second pyramid.

The Djoser Step Pyramid at Saqqara, the necropolis of ancient
Memphis, predates the Pyramids of Giza. It is believed to be
the first pyramid ever designed and by comparison to otherEgyptian pyramids of a similar age, this was elaborately
decorated with stone, as well as with more traditional materials.

Considered one of the world’s most luxurious palaces, theAbdeen Palace consists of multiple museums, including thePresidential Gifts Museum. An incredible volume of paintingsadorn the walls in almost every room, along with a collectionof clocks, many of which are decorated with pure gold.
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Classical Grandeur in the Heart of Cairo

FOUR SEASONS CAIRO AT THE FIRST RESIDENCE SHIMMERS ON THE NILE RIVER

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AT THE F I RS T RES IDE NC E
Flanked by botanical gardens and the Western Bank of the Nile in Giza’s prestigious First Place complex,
this elegant hotel puts you in the center of it all. Catch a glimpse of the river from your room as you headout to explore the ancient wonders, or visit the spa, indulging in an aromatic massage once reserved for
Egyptian royalty. Service is smoothly efficient, attentive to the smallest detail and seemingly never morethan a whisper away, waiting to meet your needs.

ULTIMATE LUXURYThis five-star Four Seasons Hotel embraces the new and modern world, while honoring the intrigue andmystery of the past. Luxurious accommodations for AmaWaterways’ guests are Superior Rooms withpartial Nile River views. Marble bathrooms have a deep soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed shower andwonderfully plush Four Seasons terry bathrobes. A delightful open-air pool, along with a well-equipped
24-hour fitness center provides you with the perfect place to recharge; while the Spa and Wellness Center,the largest of its kind in the city, offers a place to indulge and relax with a menu of decadent treatments.

SUPERIOR PARTIAL NILE-VIEW ROOMTANTALIZING FLAVORS
Seasons, an elegant restaurant overlooking the Nile River, serves delectable fare, including an Italian-inspired
chef’s menu. Lai provides authentic Thai cuisine; the poolside restaurant, Aura, offers modern Shami cuisine;and La Gourmandise Brasserie features contemporary French cuisine. For the ultimate experiential highlight,
enjoy afternoon tea underneath the astonishing Great Ocular in the Tea Room, where the talented pastry
team serves up an unexpected regional twist on a traditional afternoon tea.

AURA SERVING MODERN SHAMI CUISINE

OPEN-AIR SWIMMING POOL

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HIEROGLYPHICS INSIDE A TOMB, VALLEY OF THE KINGS, LUXOR, EGYPT

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Discover Luxor, on the site of ancient Thebes, and its iconic temple, along with the Temple ofKarnak. Explore the 2,000-year-old, beautifully-preserved Temple of Horus and the Temple of
Hathor, dedicated to the “Goddess of Love” in Dendara, which is Egypt's best-preserved temple.
Come face-to-face with the last survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Great
Sphinx and the three Pyramids of Giza. This unforgettable itinerary includes exclusive experiences,such as a tour of the tomb of Queen Nefertari, a Nubian village visit with lunch, and a private
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1		 Cairo		 Airport arrival; transfer to hotel					Hotel check-in
2		 Cairo		 Egyptian Museum and King Tut treasures					 Lunch at the famous Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant					 in Khan El Khalili Bazaar					 Citadel of Salah ed-Din and Alabaster Mosque					 Evening Welcome Reception with tapas and drinks
3		 Cairo
Ancient Memphis sites, including the Djoser					 Pyramids, Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx					 and the Solar Boat Museum, including lunch at					 the historic Mena House Hotel overlooking					 the Great Pyramids
4		 Cairo
Flight to Luxor
			 Luxor
P EMBARKATION					Luxor Temple
5		 Luxor		 The Valley of the Kings and Queens, the Temple					 of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari,					 the Colossi Memnon and exclusive access to					 the Tomb of Queen Nefertari
6		 Edfu		 The Temple of Horus
7		 Aswan		 Visit to the Nubian village of Hessa with lunch					 Optional: Abu Simbel*					 Sunset felucca ride
8		 Aswan		 The High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and					Philae Temple
			 Kom Ombo		 The Great Temple of Kom Ombo
9		Luxor		Karnak Temple
10		 Qena		 The Great Temple of Abydos of Seti I					 The Temple of Hathor in Dendara					 Cruise back to Luxor
11		 Luxor" DISEMBARKATION					 Flight to Cairo
			 Cairo		 Exclusive private tour of the Abdeen Presidential					 Palace with special farewell lunch at the palace					 Old Cairo, The Hanging Church and					 Ben Ezra Synagogue					Hotel check-in
12		 Cairo		 Hotel to airport transfer					 Return flight home								 P EMBARK" DISEMBARK* Ask about the optional excursion to Abu Simbel at time of reservation toensure availability.

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SECRETS OF EGYPT & THE NILECAIRO (PRE-CRUISE)» Arrival airport transfer» 3 nights at the 5-star Four Seasons Cairoat the First Residence in a Superior partial
Nile-view room, including daily breakfast andcomplimentary Wi-Fi» Welcome Reception with tapas and drinks» Full-day Cairo tour with a visit to the EgyptianMuseum, home to King Tutakhamun's treasures,
lunch at the famous Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant
in Khan El Khalili Bazaar and visits to Citadel of
Salah Ed-Din and Alabaster Mosque» Visit the ancient sites of Memphis, including
the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and theSolar Boat Museum, and lunch at the historic
Mena House Hotel

ONBOARD NILE RIVER
CRUISE INCLUSIONS» 7-night river cruise in elegantly appointed
accommodations» Fine dining with a variety of choices, including
The Chef's Table specialty restaurant» Wine, beer and soft drinks included during
lunch and dinner on board» Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, Captain’s
Cocktail and Gala Dinner» Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour
» Nightly entertainment, including a belly danceshow, Galabeya party and Darawish show
» A variety of small group guided shore excursions» Exclusive visits to the Tomb of Queen Nefertari
and a Nubian villge with lunch» Fitness room, sun-deck pool, hair and nail salon,
and massage room

DAY 1, ARRIVE IN CAIRO, EGYPT. Arrive in Cairo, where
you’ll be met by an AmaWaterways representative whowill help you with customs and your luggage before
taking you to your hotel.
DAY 2, CAIRO. A full day of captivating attractions await,
beginning with the exquisite Egyptian Museum. Home tosome of the greatest masterpieces ever crafted, its uniquecollection of pharaonic art includes mummies and thepriceless treasures of Tutankhamun. Afterwards, venture
to the colorful 14th-century Khan el-Khalili for a welcome
lunch at the famous Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant. Next, youwill tour El-Moez Street, one of Cairo's most remarkablehistoric places. Then, visit the Mosque of Muhammad—also
known as the Alabaster Mosque. In the evening, be treatedto a welcome reception with tapas and drinks. (B,L)
DAY 3, CAIRO. Discover the monuments at the UNESCOdesignated ancient capital of Memphis. You’ll visit the huge
statue of Rameses II, the Alabaster Sphinx and the necropolisof Saqqara—site of the famous Step Pyramid of King Djoser,
the oldest pyramid on earth. You’ll then go to the GreatCAIRO (POST-CRUISE)» 1 night at the 5-star Four Seasons Cairoat the First Residence in a Superior partial
Nile-view room, including daily breakfast andcomplimentary Wi-Fi» Exclusive private tour of the Abdeen Presidential
Palace with special farewell lunch at the palace» Visits to Old Cairo, the Hanging Church and
Ben Ezra Synagogue» Departure airport transfers(B) Breakfast(L) Lunch(D) Dinner
NILE RIVER, ASWAN, EGYPT

18 |Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza. Another ancient wonder
you’ll encounter is the Khufu Solar Boat Museum before
concluding your adventure with a lovely lunch at the famous
Mena House, a historic palatial hotel, located in the shadowof the Pyramids of Giza. (B,L)
DAY 4, CAIRO – LUXOR. After checking out of the hotel,
take a morning flight to Luxor, where you’ll be welcomed
aboard the AmaDahlia. During the afternoon, visit theTemple of Luxor, constructed over hundreds of years.
After your visit, experience more Egyptian magic witha traditional folkloric-style belly dance. (B,L,D)
DAY 5, LUXOR – EDFU. Visit the tombs of ancient Egypt
in the Valley of the Kings—one of the most famous
archeological sites in the world. The spectacular rock-cut
tombs include the enigmatic King Tutankhamun, whose
mummified remains are still here on display. Afterwards,
go to Deir el-Bahri to see the Temple of Hatshepsut. Next,
you’ll visit the Valley of Queens, home to the mummified
remains of more than 30 queens and princesses, including
Nefertari’s Tomb, where you’ll enjoy exclusive access.

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Your day’s adventure concludes with an up-close view of
the Colossi of Memnon before going back to the ship for a
Captain's Welcome Cocktail. (B,L,D)
DAY 6, EDFU – ASWAN. Edfu is best known for one of
Egypt’s most remarkably preserved temples, dedicatedto Horus. It is the second-largest temple in Egypt and a
UNESCO World Heritage Site. After visiting Edfu, set sailfor Aswan, and in the evening, celebrate your inner
Egyptian at an onboard Galabeya party. (B,L,D)
DAY 7, ASWAN. Enjoy free time in Aswan or go on an
optional excursion to Abu Simbel. During the afternoon,take a motorboat ride to the Nubian Village of Hessa,
where you'll enjoy lunch. Cap the day off with a sunset
felucca ride. (B,L,D)
DAY 8, ASWAN – ESNA. Visit the Aswan High Dam and theUnfinished Obelisk. Next, explore the UNESCO-designatedPhilae Temple complex, with one of the most stunningly
restored and preserved hieroglyphics in Egypt. Afterwards,
cruise to the Great Temple of Kom Ombo, home to a uniquetemple that is dedicated to two gods—the crocodile god
and the falcon-headed god. (B,L,D)
DAY 9, ESNA – LUXOR. Spend the morning cruising backto Luxor, where you’ll explore the Temple of Karnak, with
its great architectural marvel, Hypostyle Hall, the largest
room of any religious building in the world. (B,L,D)
DAY 10, LUXOR – QENA – LUXOR. Sail to Qena to explore
the Great Temple of Abydos of Seti I before going to visit
the best-preserved temple in Egypt, the Temple of Hathor.
Following your visit here, sail back to Luxor. (B,L,D)
DAY 11, LUXOR – CAIRO. Disembark the ship in Luxor andfly back to Cairo where you will be taken to the Abdeen
Presidential Palace, considered one of the most luxurious
palaces in the world and where you will enjoy a special
farewell lunch. You'll then explore the old part of the city,which includes Coptic Cairo, where the Hanging Church
and Ben Ezra Synagogue are located. (B,L)
DAY 12, CAIRO. Transfer to the airport for your flight home. (B)ABU SIMBEL—AN INCREDIBLE WONDER
optional excursion
No trip to Egypt would be complete without visiting
the more than 3,000-year-old Temples of Abu Simbel.
Take an early morning flight to Lake Nasser, hometo this UNESCO-designated archaeological treasure,dedicated to Rameses II, one of Egypt's greatest
pharaohs, along with the smaller temple dedicatedto his beloved chief wife Queen Nefertari. It is truly anindescribable wonder with an equally amazing story.
$325* per person (2021); $345* per person (2022)* We encourage you to reserve this optional excursion at time ofreservation to ensure availability. Prices may be higher if reserved
during the cruise and we cannot guarantee availability.

All prices are per person, based on double occupancy in a Category E
deluxe outside stateroom with window. To upgrade to a higher category,
add per person:
AmaDahlia
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Single Supplement: 50% of twin price; Master Suite and Grand Suite 100% of
twin price

Add more fascinating destinations to your Egypt adventurewith expertly planned optional land extensions.

Intra-Egypt Air: Additional $400 per person, including taxes and fuel surcharges

Please see pages 20-25 for more information.

International Airfare: Please call for AmaWaterways’ special roundtrip airfares.

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Colorful, Magnetic and Exhilarating

THE SHEIKH ZAYED GRAND MOSQUE, ABU DHABI

20 |C A P TIVAT I NG L A N D PRO G R A M SWith AmaWaterways’s carefully crafted pre- and post-optional land extensions, you can spend evenmore time in world-class destinations—all while getting even more value out of your international airfare.
AmaWaterways offers three exciting optional land extensions to add to your Egypt adventure.

DUBAI AND ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
3-night Pre-Egypt Extension
While Dubai was a small desert town 50-plus years ago, today it is a vibrant cultural focal point in the
Middle East known for luxury shopping, modern architecture and a lively nightlife. It is also home to theworld’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa, dominating the skyscraper-filled skyline and the ultra-famous Burj al
Arab, the world’s only 7-star hotel. Its closest neighbor, Abu Dhabi, is the capital of Emirates, offering asurprising mix of turquoise waters, beautiful beaches, historic sites and iconic landmarks.
DAY 1, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES. Arrive at the Dubai International Airport where an AmaWaterways
representative will meet you and transfer you to the award-winning, 5-star JW Marriott Marquez.
DAY 2, DUBAI. Explore the Dubai Museum housed in the Al Fahidi Fort, which is the oldest existingbuilding in the city, and a must-visit for a taste of old Dubai. Enjoy a boat trip down the massive Dubai
Water Canal past many of the city’s luxury hotels and landmarks before going to the Gold Souk. This isDubai’s most famous souk, offering a huge selection of jewelry made from gold, silver and diamonds aswell as the Spice Souk with countless flavors, fragrant herbs and colorful spices. You will then visit Burj
Khalifa, the tallest building in the world; and later this afternoon, you’ll go on a desert safari in a 4x4 to
experience the beauty and customs of the desert, along with henna painting, belly dancing and more,
followed by a barbecue dinner. (B,D)

THE GOLD SOUK, DUBAI’S MOST FAMOUS SOUK

DAY 3, DUBAI – ABU DHABI – DUBAI. Drive to Abu Dhabi where you’ll visit Zayed Grand Mosque, thelargest mosque in the country. With more than 80 marble domes on a roof-line held aloft by 1,000 pillars
and punctuated by four 107 meter-high minarets, it’s a masterpiece of modern Islamic architecture anddesign. More than 90,000 tons of pure white marble from the Republic of Macedonia were used in its
construction. Delicate floral designs inlaid with semi-precious stones, such as lapis lazuli, red agate, amethyst,
abalone, jasper and mother-of-pearl, decorate a variety of marbles and contrast with the more traditional
geometric ceramic details. After your visit here, you’ll drive past Emirates Palace and the sprawling
Presidential Palace in Ras Al Akhdar to Heritage Village, where you can shop, explore artifacts and watch
artisans making pottery, blowing glass and weaving fabric on a loom. Conclude your day’s adventurewith a visit to Yas Marina, one of Abu Dhabi’s finest marinas before returning to Dubai in the afternoon. (B)DAY 4, DUBAI – CAIRO, EGYPT. Transfer to the Dubai International Airport for your flight to Egypt. (B)
5-star Hotel:
JW Marriott Marquez, Dubai
For individual hotel/land extensions, add to Egypt itinerary price:
3 nights Dubai: from $1,499 in double; $2,249 in single
Note: Above pricing is additional, varies based on seasonality, and must be added to the Cruise & Land price.
Airfare Dubai-Cairo is not included in price. Depending on your citizenship, visas maybe required for travel to Dubai;
please consult with your Consulate for more information.

THE FAMOUS DUBAI SKYLINE, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

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Mesmerizing, Alluring and Spellbinding

THE TREASURY IN THE ANCIENT CITY OF PETRA, JORDAN

22 |AMMAN AND PETRA, JORDAN
2 nights Amman and 2 nights Petra Pre-Egypt Extension
Follow in the footsteps of Moses, Romans, Christians, Bedouins, Muslims, Lawrence of Arabia, andcountless other kings, nobles, and other historical people, exploring and marveling at the fascinating
jewels of Jordan. Discover two legendary cities and experience all their wonderful treasures. Amman,the capital of Jordan; and Petra, known as the “Rose City.” Trace history in 6,500-year-old Jerash; visit
Madaba, the “City of Mosaics”; and cap off your journey in Wadi Rum, the timeless “Valley of the Moon.”DAY 1, AMMAN, JORDAN. An AmaWaterways’ representative will meet you at the airport and transfer
you to the 5-star St. Regis Amman.
DAY 2, AMMAN – JERASH – AMMAN. The day starts with a city tour of Amman’s historic sites. Since
Jordan was once part of the Roman Empire, it is home to a legacy of Roman architectural treasures, such
as Jerash, considered one of the best examples of Roman influence outside of Italy, which you’ll get tovisit. Enjoy lunch at Kan Zamaan Restaurant, offering an atmospheric setting in a historic caravanserai,
before continuing to Saladin’s 12th-century Ajloun Castle. (B,L)
DAY 3, AMMAN – MADABA – MT. NEBO – PETRA. Madaba, “The City of Mosaics,” known for its famous
mosaics, including the most celebrated of them all, the “Madaba Map”; and Mt. Nebo, one of the mostrevered sites in Jordan where Moses first viewed the Promised Land, are two of Jordan’s many treasures
you’ll see. You’ll then travel to the ancient lost city of Petra where you’ll check in to The Old Village
Resort. (B,L)

JERASH, JORDAN, HOME TO COUNTLESS ROMAN TREASURESDAY 4, PETRA. A honeycomb of hand-hewn caves, temples and tombs carved into the rose red Sharah
Mountains, Petra is one of the most stunning architectural sights on earth. Lost for over a thousand years,
Petra was only rediscovered in 1812. At the entrance, you’ll walk through the Siq, a nearly 3/4 mile narrowpassageway carved into sheer rock walls that rise seemingly into the heavens to the “Khazneh,” (the“Treasury”). You’ll also see the 4,000 seat theater, the Courts, Qasr Bint Pharaoun, Temple of the Winged
Lion and other monuments. Cap the day off with a farewell dinner. (B,D)
DAY 5, PETRA – WADI RUM – CAIRO, EGYPT. Before going to the airport for your flight to Egypt, you’ll visit
Wadi Rum with its red-pink sands, stunning natural arches and prehistoric rock engravings. You’ll also go
to Lawrence Springs named for T.E. Lawrence—“Lawrence of Arabia”—who famously made the area his
military base and home. Later in the afternoon, board your flight to Egypt for an early evening arrival. (B,L)
5-star Hotel:
The St. Regis Amman
4-star Hotel:
The Old Village Resort, Petra
For individual hotel/land extensions, add to Egypt itinerary price:
4 nights Jordan: from $1,949 in double; $2,924 in single(includes intra-air from Amman, Jordan to Cairo, Egypt)
Note: Above pricing is additional, varies based on seasonality, and must be added to the Cruise & Land price.
Depending on your citizenship, visas may be required for travel to Jordan; please consult with your Consulate
for more information.

MADABA, “THE CITY OF MOSAICS”

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Glorious, Spiritual and Magical

THE OLD CITY AT THE WESTERN WALL
AND TEMPLE MOUNT, JERUSALEM, ISRAEL

24 |JERUSALEM, ISRAEL
4 nights | 5 days Post-Egypt Extension
Experience the best of Israel from Tel Aviv, one of the world’s most vibrant and colorful cities with sandy
Mediterranean beaches, to Jerusalem, a city rich in history, religion and heritage. Explore Old Jaffa, an
8,000-year-old port city, showcasing Tel Aviv’s urban tapestry, and Jerusalem’s Old City, home tomesmerizing sacred wonders, including the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Western Wall and the Domeof the Rock. Go to Masada, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an iconic site in Jewish and Israeli history;
and cap your last afternoon off at the Dead Sea, where you can float in its famous therapeutic waters.
DAY 1, CAIRO, EGYPT – TEL AVIV, ISRAEL – JERUSALEM. Fly from Egypt to Tel Aviv airport where you’ll
be greeted by an AmaWaterways representative and taken on a tour of Tel Aviv and Old Jaffa before
going to Jerusalem to check into the 5-star Waldorf Astoria. (B,L)
DAY 2, JERUSALEM. You’ll take a short drive to the West Bank to visit Bethlehem, King David’s hometown
and Jesus’ birthplace. Tour Manger Square and the UNESCO-designated Church of the Nativity, built
above the cave where Jesus was born; and then continue underground to the Gihon Spring, the majorwater source for Jerusalem for over 1,000 years and crucial to the city’s survival. From here, go to theJewish quarter and visit the Byzantine Cardo. Not far from here lies the Western Wall, which surrounds
the Temple Mount, the holiest site for Jews. Follow Via Dolorosa, the path where Jesus walked to his
crucifixion, arriving at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, where Jesus was said to have been crucified. (B,L)
DAY 3, JERUSALEM. Embark on a colorful culinary journey to Machne Yehuda Market, also called the shuk,
the largest and most beautiful market in Israel. Then, visit the Israel Museum, which houses the Dead Sea
Scrolls, the oldest biblical manuscripts in the world as well as rare early medieval biblical manuscripts. (B,L)

OLD JAFFA, AN 8,000-YEAR-OLD PORT CITY, ISRAEL

DAY 4, JERUSALEM. Drive through the Judean Desert to Masada, where you will take a cable car to the
top to explore the ancient ruins of Herod’s more than 2,000-year-old palace fortress. In the afternoon,
you’ll visit the Dead Sea, which was one of the world’s first health resorts for Herod the Great. You canalso enjoy swimming and lunch here. (B,L)
DAY 5, JERUSALEM. Transfer to the Tel Aviv airport for your flight home. (B)
5-star Hotel:
Waldorf Astoria, Jerusalem
For individual hotel/land extensions, add to Egypt itinerary price:
4 nights Israel: from $3,129 in double; $4,694 in single(includes intra-air from Cairo, Egypt to Tel Aviv, Israel)
Note: Above pricing is additional, varies based on seasonality, and must be added to the Cruise & Land price.
Depending on your citizenship, visas may be required for travel to Israel; please consult with your Consulate
for more information.

AT 1,412-FEET BELOW SEA LEVEL, THE DEAD SEA
IS THE LOWEST POINT ON EARTH

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SUN DECK (ARTIST RENDERING)

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The stunning, newly designed AmaDahlia is an inviting 68-passenger ship offering 18 standard staterooms and 16 magnificent
suites with amenities that will surprise and delight you, including a sun-deck swimming pool, The Chef’s Table specialty
restaurant, fitness room, hair and nail salon, and a massage room.
Sun Decky - 430 sq. ft.

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Lotus Deck French Balcony - 226 sq. ft.

Lotus Deck French Balcony - 400 sq. ft.

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Acacia Deck Fixed Window - 194 sq. ft.

Lily Deck French & Outside Balcony - 370 sq. ft.

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Acacia Deck Fixed Window - 194 sq. ft.

Lotus Deck French & Outside Balcony - 370 sq. ft.

Staterooms can become connected by request.

STUNNING NEW AMADAHLIA (ARTIST RENDERING), NILE RIVER

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OT H E R E XOT IC DE ST I NAT IONS
Walk the path less traveled. Discover the magic and beauty of a distant land. Delve deeply into local
cultures and meet extraordinary people who have remarkable resilience. At AmaWaterways, our love
for travel inspired us to bring our river cruise expertise to the more exotic parts of the world. Whether
you choose to be mystified by the many charms of Southeast Asia, the mesmerizing wildlife of Africa
or Egypt’s ancient wonders, you’ll find few experiences in life as memorable and captivating as these.

VIETNAM, CAMBODIA AND THE MEKONG RIVER
Two intriguing countries joined by one mighty river
Experience two incredibly diverse countries on this fabled waterway, known as “Nine Dragons River” forthe nine tributaries that help produce life-giving rice in villages throughout the Mekong Delta. For centuries,
the sagas of ancient empires, colonial powers and modern conflicts have unfolded along its banks.
Cruising along the Mekong allows you to fully appreciate the sights and sounds of this fascinatingwaterway bordered by flourishing forests, lush green hills and colorful stilt houses.

THE TIMELESS TRADITION OF COLLECTING WATER LILIES, VIETNAMDAYBREAK AT THE UNESCO-DESIGNATEDANGKOR WAT TEMPLE COMPLEX, CAMBODIA

28 |Go off the beaten path to see small towns seemingly unchanged by time. While here, immerse yourself
in the local culture and heritage of Vietnam and Cambodia. Authentic experiences allow you to witness
the time-honored skills of local artisans creating exquisite handicrafts and delicacies using centuries-old
traditions. From timeless villages to UNESCO-designated World Heritage Sites, such as Cambodia’s
Angkor Wat and Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay, experience the best of these endlessly fascinating destinations.

UNESCO-DESIGNATED HA LONG BAY, VIETNAM

AFRICA AND THE CHOBE RIVER
The land of the gentle giants
Nothing can quite prepare you for a “bucket-list” experience on an AmaWaterways Africa Safaris &Wildlife Cruise. There’s much to see on the redlined banks of the Chobe; and surely few experiencescompare to personally staring wide-eyed as the largest concentration of elephants in all of Africa freely
swim and splash about in their natural habitat.
Combining a classic safari and cultural experiences with a scenic wildlife cruise, you will have the best ofboth worlds. Each one of our five meticulously planned safari and wildlife programs include an incredible
four-night stay aboard the beautiful Zambezi Queen, allowing you to get up close to some of Africa’s
most iconic wildlife in one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems. You’ll also spend two nights at one of
the “Seven Natural Wonders of the World,” Zimbabwe’s majestic Victoria Falls, following your cruise.
Whatever your tastes might be, we have a trip perfectly suited for you. Two of our five itineraries include
three nights in Greater Kruger National Park, home to the “Big Five”: lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants
and buffaloes. One itinerary offers the ultimate seven-night safari adventure in Tanzania, home to fourof the African continent’s most renowned national parks; and one features the Rovos Rail luxury train.
For the quintessential wildlife experience, encounter the silverback mountain gorillas and golden monkeys
by adding our Rwanda four-night extension to any of the five itineraries.
No matter which itinerary you choose, you’ll be treated to once-in-a-lifetime moments that will forever
touch your heart and soul.

CHOBE NATIONAL PARK IS HOME TO THE WORLD’SLARGEST POPULATION OF ELEPHANTS

VICTORIA FALLS, ONE OF THE “SEVEN NATURAL WONDERS OF THE WORLD”

GIRAFFES CAN GROW UP TO 20 FEET TALL

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AIRL IN E IN F OR M AT ION
In conjunction with all of our river cruise and river cruise and land programs, AmaWaterways
offers special airfare rates from many major gateways in the United States and Canada. These
special airfare rates are using the world’s greatest airlines. An example list of gateway cities isshown below. Please call for complete details and availability.
US CITIESUS CITIESAlbany, NY

Los Angeles, CA

Albuquerque, NM

Louisville, KY

Anchorage, AK

Memphis, TN

Atlanta, GA

Miami, FL

Austin, TX

Milwaukee, WI

Baltimore, MD

Minneapolis, MN

Billings, MT

Nashville, TN

Birmingham, AL

New Orleans, LA

Bismark, ND

Norfolk, VI

Boise, ID

Oklahoma City, OK

Boston, MA

Orlando, FL

Buffalo, NY

Philadelphia, PA

Burlington, VT

Phoenix, AZ

Charleston, WV

Pittsburgh, PA

Charlotte, NC

Portland, OR

Cheyenne, WY

Providence, RI

Chicago, IL

Sacramento, CA

Cincinnati, OH

Salt Lake City, UT

Cleveland, OH

San Antonio, TX

Columbia, SC

San Diego, CA

Columbus, OH

San Francisco, CA

Dallas, TX

Seattle, WA

Denver, CO

St. Louis, MO

Des Moines, IA

Tampa, FL

Detroit, MI

Tucson, AZ

Dover, DE

Washington, DC (IAD)

Ft. Lauderdale, FL

CANADA

Hartford, CT

Calgary, AB

Honolulu, HI

Edmonton, AB

Houston, TX

Halifax, NS

Indianapolis, IN

Montreal, QC

Kansas City, MO

Ottawa, ON

Las Vegas, NV

Toronto, ON

Lincoln, NE

Vancouver, BC

Little Rock, AR

Winnipeg, MB

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BEN EFI TS OF RE SE RVING A IR
WI TH A M AWATE RWAYS
When you reserve your flights with AmaWaterways, you not only receive included transfers
to and from the airport to the ship or hotel and from the ship or hotel back to the airport,
you will have peace of mind. AmaWaterways schedules flights on carriers who are approvedby and members of the International Air Transportation Association (IATA), and we will
coordinate the most direct route to your destination, so you’ll arrive at convenient times.

THE WARM AND WELCOMING PEOPLE OF NUBIA, EGYPTCruise Protection Plan
Travel Insurance & Global Assistance
Travel Insurance Coverage
Trip Cost Trip Cancellation & Interruption: Reimburses forfeited, non-refundable, unused
payments or deposits up to the Maximum Limit shown on the Schedule of Benefits for Trips thatare canceled or interrupted due to covered reasons such as: Sickness, injury, or death of you, a
Family Member, Traveling Companion, or Business Partner; Inclement Weather; Strike; Primary
Residence or Destination being made Uninhabitable or inaccessible; being subpoenaed, required
to serve on a jury, hijacked, or quarantined; military service; a Terrorist Incident; and involuntarytermination of employment or layoff. For a complete list of covered reasons, refer to the Certificate
of Insurance or Policy.
$600 Trip Delay: Reimburses up to $200 per day/per person up to the Maximum Limit shown on
the Schedule of Benefits for Trips that are delayed due to covered reasons such as: Common Carrier
delay, Natural Disaster, Traffic Accident, Injury or Sickness of the Insured or Traveling Companion
if your Trip is delayed for 6 hours or more. For a complete list of covered reasons, refer to theCertificate of Insurance or Policy.
$250 Missed Connection: Reimburses up to the Maximum Limit shown on the Schedule of Benefits
if Inclement Weather or Common Carrier causes cancellation or a delay of regularly scheduled
airline flights for 3 or more hours to your point of departure.
$1,000 Baggage & Personal Effects: Can reimburse you if your Baggage is lost, stolen, or damaged
while on your Trip, subject to the Maximum Limit.
$1,000 Baggage Delay: If your Baggage is delayed more than 12 hours, you can be reimbursed forthe purchase of Necessary Personal Effects, subject to the Maximum Benefit.

Plan Cost:13% of Trip Cost

$100,000 Accident Sickness Medical Expense¹: Pays up to the Maximum Limit shown on the
Schedule of Benefits for necessary medical expenses incurred due to Injury or Sickness which
occurred while on your Trip.
$500,000 Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation of Remains: Covers evacuation andtransportation as directed by a Physician to the nearest adequate medical facility (home in theevent of death or if medically required).
$100,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment¹: Pays for loss of life or limb due to an accident
during your Trip.
Assistance Services2: Travel Medical Assistance; Worldwide Travel Assistance; Concierge Services;
Identity Theft; Pet Return Service; Vehicle Return Service; $100 Roadside Assistance (provided by
Quest Towing Services, LLC.)
1 $50, 000 for NH Residents
2 Non-insurance services are provided by Travel Guard.
Expenses incurred from third-party vendors for assistance services not part of a filed insurance plan are
the responsibility of the traveler.

Extra Coverages
Waiver of Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion if purchased within 21 days of initial
trip payment.**Day one is the date the initial payment is received.

COVERAGE MAY VARY BY STATE. PRICING AND COVERAGE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

For questions, please call Travel Guard at 1.866.833.8780.

This plan provides insurance coverage that only applies during the covered trip. You may have coverage from other sources that provides you with similar benefits but may be subject to different restrictions depending upon your other coverages. You may wish tocompare the terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home, and automobile insurance policies. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer or insurance agent or broker. Coverage is offered by Travel Guard Group, Inc (Travel
Guard). California lic. no.0B93606, 3300 Business Park Drive, Stevens Point, WI 54482, www.travelguard.com. CA DOI toll free number: 800-927-HELP. This is only a brief description of the coverage(s) available. The Policy will contain reductions, limitations, exclusions
and termination provisions. Insurance underwritten by National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, Pa., a Pennsylvania insurance company, with its principal place of business at 175 Water Street, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10038. It is currently authorized totransact business in all states and the District of Columbia. NAIC No. 19445. Coverage may not be available in all states. Your travel retailer may not be licensed to sell insurance, and cannot answer technical questions about the benefits, exclusions, and conditions of
this insurance and cannot evaluate the adequacy of your existing insurance. The purchase of travel insurance is not required in order to purchase any other product or service from the travel retailer. Travel assistance services provided by Travel Guard. 2082v2 05/04/20
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TERMS & CONDITIONSIMPORTANT NOTICE: THESE ARE THE TERMS AND CONDITIONSGOVERNING THE BOOKING AND SALE OF YOUR CRUISE AND
RELATED TRAVEL FROM AMAWATERWAYS, LLC AS SALESAND MARKETING AGENT FOR THE CARRIERS (“TERMS”).
A SEPARATE PASSENGER TICKET CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
PASSENGER AND THE CARRIER GOVERNS THE CRUISE
AND TRAVEL ITSELF. THE PASSENGER TICKET CONTRACT IS
AVAILABLE AT www.AmaWaterways.com. PLEASE CAREFULLYREAD THESE TERMS AND THE PASSENGER TICKET CONTRACT
WHICH ARE BINDING TO YOU AND CONTAIN SIGNIFICANT
FEES FOR CANCELLATION AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY,INCLUDING LIMITATIONS ON DAMAGES FOR BAGGAGE AND
OTHER PROPERTY, PERSONAL INJURY, ILLNESS OR DEATH;
TIME LIMITS FOR CLAIMS AND SUITS, SWISS CHOICE OF
LAW AND SWISS FORUM SELECTION REQUIREMENTS, AND
CLASS ACTION WAIVER.
Parties: In these terms and conditions, “you” or “passenger”
or “participant” refers to the person booking, purchasing or
traveling on the cruise, and to individuals traveling as part ofthat person’s reservation. “We” or “us” refers to AmaWaterways,
LLC, a California Limited Liability Company (“AWL”), whichacts solely as a sales and marketing agent for the ship’s
owner, operator and/or charterer (“Carrier”) and providers ofother forms of transportation, lodging, tours or travel services(“Suppliers”). AMA offers the travel and enters into theseterms and conditions with you pursuant to arrangements madewith AWL. The term “Carrier” means the owner, operator
and/or charterer of the vessel as set forth under “Carrier
Information” below.
Liability Disclaimer: We arrange with others for the services
described in these Terms, your confirmation and/or ourbrochures. Carriers and Suppliers are independent third parties
which are separate entities and are deemed not to be ourprincipals, agents, employees or partners. WE ACT SOLEY AS A
SALES AND MARKETING AGENT FOR THE CARRIERS AND
SUPPLIERS AND DO NOT OWN OR OPERATE ANY SHIP
OR OTHER MODE OF TRANSPORTATION, HOTEL OR ACCOMMODATION. ACCORDINGLY, WE DISCLAIM RESPONSIBILITY
AND LIABILITY FOR, AND PARTICIPANT WAIVES, RELEASESAND ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THERE SHALL NOT BE ANY
CLAIM OR RECOURSE AGAINST US FOR OR AS A CONSEQUENCE OF: BREACH OF DUTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT,NEGLIGENT OR WILLFUL OR INTENTIONAL ACT, FAILURE
TO ACT OR OMISSION BY ANY CARRIER OR SUPPLIER.
Carrier, Supplier and participant obligations and liabilities are
subject in each case to terms and conditions of the Passenger
Ticket Contract and each Supplier’s contract, and any and alllaws, regulations and international conventions that apply underthose contracts, including, but not limited to choice of law,jurisdiction for disputes, limitations of liability, and time limitations
for claims and suits. PARTICIPANT AGREES THAT WE SHALLNOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE, LOSS (INCLUDINGPERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, AND LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TOPROPERTY) OR EXPENSE OCCASIONED BY ANY ACT OROMISSION OF ANY CARRIER OR SUPPLIER, OR ANY PROVIDER
OF A TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN, OR INSURER, OR OF ANYOTHER PERSON. If the services of a Carrier or Supplier cannot
be delivered or there are changes in any planned service forany reason beyond our control, we will make an effort toarrange similar services. Any resulting additional expenses will
be participant’s responsibility. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCESSHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR
PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THESETERMS, THE PASSENGER TICKET CONTRACT, THE CRUISE OR
ANY RELATED TRAVEL OR ACTIVITIES, AND OUR LIABILITY,
IF ANY, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID TO
US FOR THE TRAVEL.
Passenger Ticket Contract: ALL SHIP TRANSPORT IS
PROVIDED ACCORDING TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS
OF THE PASSENGER TICKET CONTRACT, WHICH IS SENTAT THE TIME OF BOOKING, IS INCLUDED IN THE DIGITALTRAVEL DOCUMENTS SENT PRIOR TO THE CRUISE AND IS
AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT WWW.AMAWATERWAYS.COM.
THE PASSENGER TICKET CONTRACT ESTABLISHES LIMITS OF
LIABILITY, LIMITS ON CLAIMS, AND TIME LIMITS FOR MAKING
CLAIMS, AS WELL AS OTHER RESTRICTIONS, LIMITS ANDDISCLAIMERS OF CARRIER’S LIABILITY FOR YOUR DEATH,ILLNESS, INJURY, OR DAMAGE CLAIMS RELATING TO BAGGAGEOR PERSONAL PROPERTY. IT IS GOVERNED BY SWISS LAWAND INCORPORATES PROVISIONS AND LIMITATIONS UNDER
THE ATHENS CONVENTION RELATING TO THE CARRIAGE OFPASSENGERS AND THEIR LUGGAGE BY SEA, 1974, AND THE
PROTOCOL TO THE CONVENTION RELATING TO THE CARRIAGE
OF PASSENGERS AND THEIR LUGGAGE BY SEA, 1976, THE
INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
FOR MARITIME CLAIMS, 1976, AND THE STRASBOURG
CONVENTION ON THE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY OF OWNERS
OF INLAND NAVIGATION VESSELS, 1988. VENUE FOR
LITIGATION OF ANY DISPUTES UNDER THE PASSENGER
TICKET CONTRACT IS EXCLUSIVELY IN THE COURTS OF
BASEL, SWITZERLAND.
Class Action Waiver: THESE TERMS AND THE PASSENGER
TICKET CONTRACT PROVIDE FOR THE EXCLUSIVERESOLUTION OF DISPUTES THROUGH INDIVIDUAL LEGALCANCELLATION CHARGESDAYS BEFORECRUISE & LANDDEPARTURE
CANCELLATION CHARGE		AIRFARE CANCELLATIONCHARGE (ECONOMYCONTRACT FARES)

AIRFARE CANCELLATIONCHARGE (BUSINESS/FIRSTCLASS CONTRACT FARES)OTHER CHARGES(EXCEPT INSURANCE)

More than 121 days
prior to departure$200 (Europe & Asia)$600 (Egypt); $1,200 (Africa)$350 penalty*$600 penalty*—

120-90 days prior
to departure$400 (Europe & Asia)$1,200 (Egypt); $2,400 (Africa)$350 penalty*$600 penalty*—

89-60 days prior
to departure

35% of cruise and land price$350 penalty*$600 penalty*

35% of all charges

59-30 days prior
to departure

50% of cruise and land price$350 penalty*$600 penalty*

50% of all charges

29-7 days prior
to departure

80% of cruise and land price$350 penalty*$600 penalty*

80% of all charges

6 days prior
to departure

100% of cruise and land price$350 penalty*$600 penalty*

100% of all charges

Inside of 24 hours

100% of cruise and land price

100% penalty*

100% penalty*

100% of all charges* Airline cancellation charges imposed upon receipt of full payment of either airfare and/or river cruise relating to AmaWaterways air

promotions, and if airline tickets have been issued. Certain international airline tickets, including published air tickets, may be 100%non-refundable and details will be advised at the time of booking. All intra-Europe, intra-Asia, intra-Africa and intra-Egypt flights, aswell as Amman-Cairo and Cairo-Tel Aviv flights are non-refundable at the time of purchase.

Except as otherwise provided in your Passenger Ticket Contract, after travel begins, there is no refund for unused services,or unused portions of cruise, cruise/tour or airfare.

32 |ACTION ON YOUR OWN BEHALF INSTEAD OF THROUGHANY CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. EVEN IF THE
APPLICABLE LAW PROVIDES OTHERWISE, YOU AGREE THATANY LAWSUIT AGAINST US OR THE CARRIER WHATSOEVER
SHALL BE LITIGATED BY YOU INDIVIDUALLY AND NOT AS A
MEMBER OF ANY CLASS OR AS PART OF A CLASS OR
REPRESENTATIVE ACTION, AND YOU EXPRESSLY AGREE
TO WAIVE ANY LAW ENTITLING YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN A
CLASS ACTION.
Carrier Information: For vessels flying the Swiss flag, the Carrier
is AmaWaterways GmbH, an entity organized under the laws of
Switzerland. For vessels in Portugal, the Carrier is DouroAzul,
Sociedade Maritimo Turistica S.A, an entity organized under
the laws of Portugal. For the vessel in Egypt, the Carrier is apartnership between AmaWaterways and Wings Tours & Nile
Cruises, an entity organized under the laws of Egypt. For thevessel in Vietnam, the Carrier is Indochina Waterways, an entity
organized under the laws of Vietnam. For the vessel in Namibia,
the Carrier is Zambezi Queen Holidays PTY) Ltd, an entity
organized under the laws of Namibia. For a complete and upto-date listing of the registry and Carrier for each vessel, visit
www.AmaWaterways.com/CarrierInformation.
Deposit and Final Payment: To confirm a river cruise orriver cruise and land reservation, we require a deposit of$400 per person for Europe and Asia, $1,200 per person for
Egypt and $2,400 per person for Africa itineraries on or before the deposit due date indicated on the confirmation.
Transoceanic airline flights reserved through AmaWaterways
require an additional deposit of $350 per person for economy
class or $600 per person for business/first-class flights. Upon
receipt of deposit, air schedule will be provided (subject tochanges by carrier); deposited air will be ticketed within 75 - 90days prior to travel start date once paid in full. Full payment
is required for airline tickets to be issued prior to 90 days
before the travel start date, at which time deposits will be
nonrefundable. Any air schedules and ticketing relating to
AmaWaterways air promotions will be provided 75 - 90 days
before the travel start date once full payment is received for theriver cruise and promotional air price (if any). Included flights
on Egypt pre and post extensions (Jordan and Israel) require
an additional non-refundable deposit of $200 per person, perextension. Bangkok land package requires a nonrefundable
deposit of $200 per person. The Rwanda extension requires anadditional non-refundable deposit of $1,500 per person for the
Mountain Gorilla permit and $100 per person for the Golden
Monkey permit. Hotel Extra Nights require a non-refundable
deposit of $50 per cabin at the time of confirmation of the hotel
availability. The Concierge Golf Program requires an additional
non-refundable deposit of $700 per person. Other custom
arrangements may also require non-refundable deposits andwill be advised at the time of booking. Final payment is due nolater than 90 days before the travel start date.
Cancellation Charges: In the unfortunate event a participantmust cancel travel, notice must be made to AmaWaterways
during standard business hours or via email to Res@amawaterways.com, which must include writing stating clearlyand correctly each guest’s name, ship name, start andend 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 thecancellation is the date AmaWaterways receives cancellation
notice. A change in sailing date, name changes, the substitutionof a participant or a reduction in the number of guests in astateroom are treated as a cancellation in that all applicable
cancellation charges apply. A reduction in occupancy is subject toa single supplement charge. Cancellation charges for bookings
within charter and part-charter agreements are as per thecharter contract. All other cancellation charges are per-person,
based on the cancellation date, as seen in the chart to the left.
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 reservationis 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 andreasonable as liquidated damages.
Pricing: All prices are in US dollars. In the event that a cruise
fare listed, quoted or advertised through any website, printed
collateral, reservations person, travel advisor or any othersource is booked, but is incorrect due to an electronic error,
typographical error, human error or any other error causing
the fare to be listed, quoted or advertised for an amount notintended by AmaWaterways, AmaWaterways reserves the rightto correct the erroneous fare by requesting the passenger
to pay the correct fare intended, or by canceling the cruise.
Airfares, air taxes and air surcharges quoted on your invoice orby a reservation agent are only guaranteed once airfare deposit
or full payment is received by AmaWaterways. AmaWaterways
reserves the right to increase prices without notice.
Prices Do Not Include: Published prices do not include airfare,
vessel fuel surcharges, passport and visa fees, baggage fees,
port charges and fees, travel protection, vaccinations, laundry,
additional food and beverages, optional excursions, gratuities
or other items or services of a personal nature.
Passport and Visas: A valid passport is required for eachparticipant. For travel to Europe, at time of publication US
Passport holders do not require a visa to travel. Passports must
be valid for at least six (6) months after the scheduled returndate to your home country, unless stated otherwise.
Travel Documents: Only after receipt of full payment, final Digital
Travel Documents (including airline confirmation information,
if applicable) will be sent via email, approximately 3-4 weeks
prior to departure. (Delay in final payment will delay delivery of
Digital Travel Documents.) Requests for expedited Digital Travel
Documents may be possible for an additional charge.
FLIGHTS & AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Flight Schedules & Airfares: AmaWaterways offers special
airfares based on the flight and seat availability of contracted
carriers. We are able to accept a traveler’s choice of preferred
air carrier, flight schedule, and some deviations so long as
the requests are made at the time of booking the airline
reservation. To hold/confirm an airline reservation, the airlines
require your full legal name as it appears on your passport. For
contract airline fares a deposit of $350 per person for economy
class or $600 per person for business/first-class tickets isrequired to secure the flight schedule and quoted price at timeof reservation. Any quoted price is not guaranteed if changes
are requested by the guest, such as name or date changes, or
if an airline-imposed schedule change is not accepted prior
to ticketing. Full payment must be paid in order for your airline tickets to be issued within 75 - 90 days before the travel
start date. Once the airfare full payment is received your airline
tickets will be issued and any changes will be subject to penalty
if not cancelled within 24 hours of ticketing. Should the nameon your airline reservation not match your passport exactly,
your airline reservation will have to be cancelled, full penalties
will be assessed, and your reservation will have to be recreatedsubject to market pricing at the time of the new reservation.
Any air schedules provided by AmaWaterways are subject tochange without notice as imposed by the carrier due to reasons
beyond our control.
Air tickets are Economy class. Upgrading to Premium Economy,
Business or First Class is possible for an additional charge
pursuant to the terms and conditions of the relevant airline(s).
AmaWaterways guarantees upgrades for long-haul flights, but
not U.S. Domestic flights, intra-Europe, intra-Asia, intra-Egypt
and intra-Africa flights. Upgrades may not be possible when
an air carrier changes the schedule, aircraft type, experiences astrike, overbooking or flight interruption of any kind. Air carriers
reserve the right to do all the above. In such cases, all claims for
airfare adjustment must be requested directly to the air carrier.
Air carriers require the passenger name to appear on the airline
ticket exactly it appears on the passport. If it does not matchexactly, AmaWaterways shall not be responsible or liable forthe consequences which could include re-issue fees or denial ofboarding. AmaWaterways shall not be responsible or liable forcosts resulting from airline schedule changes, lost air ticket, delay,
disruption or cancelled flight, lost or damaged baggage, missed
connections, downgrades, denied boarding or voluntarily buying

replacement tickets without the express consent of the air
carrier. In any of these instances, claim must be made directlywith the air carrier.
Changes: Airline tickets issued by AmaWaterways have restrictions and cannot be reissued, transferred, or exchanged.
Any changes whatsoever made to an airline ticket will incur aminimum $350 per ticket change fee for Economy ($600 for
Business), plus any additional increase in the cost of the airfare.
A change or refund request for tickets purchased throughAmaWaterways must be made through AmaWaterways but
may not be possible. Once a trip commences, only the dateof the return flight ticket can be modified for $350 per ticketchange fee for Economy ($600 per ticket for Business). Otherchanges may require purchase of a new ticket. The original
return air ticket has no residual value.

time of check-in. Please note that airline tickets issued by
AmaWaterways have restrictions that may not allow credit inpart or whole for frequent flyer miles. Checking with the air
carrier is the responsibility of the passenger.

Africa program, due to safety precautions, there is a minimum
age limit of 12 years old, unless otherwise agreed upon by
AmaWaterways. AmaWaterways does not provide child-specificprograms or child-minding facilities.

Limitation on Special Requests & Frequent Flyer Numbers:
AmaWaterways will try to relay requests for special meals,
adding frequent flyer numbers or for seat assignments, etc.
However, confirmation of any request rests solely with theairline and the passenger or travel advisor must always confirm
directly with the airline. It is recommended that each passenger
provide their frequent flyer number to the airline at the

Baggage: Checked and carry-on baggage are subject to restrictions that usually involve weight, size and/or number of pieces.
Please check with the respective airline regarding baggage
policies. There are strict luggage restrictions for our programsin Africa; please ask for details. We shall not be responsible
or liable for costs or consequences for exceeding the airline’s
baggage restrictions, or for loss, theft, damage or delay topassenger’s baggage.

Disabled Participants: Handicapped facilities are not available
on board or in many places visited on the cruises and cruise tours
we offer. If you (participant) have a disability and reasonableaccommodation may enable you to use the services, please let
us know how you believe we can help. Participant are requested
to inform us in writing, at or immediately after making thereservation, but in any event as early as possible, of any mobility
impairment or other condition, whether physical, emotionalor mental, which may require accommodation or use of anassistive device during the travel. A reasonable effort will
be made to accommodate special needs, but we are notresponsible for denial of service by Carriers, hotels, or otherindependent Suppliers. A participant, who, due to impairment,
is not self-sufficient, may need to travel with a companion who
shall take responsibility for assistance needed during travel
and in case of emergency. An individual with a disability thatwould result in a direct threat to the health and safety of others
or to that individual may be excluded, if it is determined there
is a significant risk that cannot be eliminated or reduced toan acceptable level by reasonable accommodations, policies,
practices, procedures assistive devices or services. If participant fails to timely inform us of any impairment or condition
and/or their participation poses a safety risk to participant or
direct health or safety threat to others, participant may be excluded from parts or all of the travel. We shall have no liability toparticipant relating to any condition, treatment, failure to inform
us of an impairment, or resulting exclusion.

PASSPORT & VISA REQUIREMENTS
NAME OF THE PROGRAMVISA REQUIREMENT*PASSPORT VALIDATION*				PASSPORT EMPTY
PAGE REQUIRED*

Riches of the Mekong
Multi entry visa for Vietnam,
Program begins in Hanoi
Single entry visa for Cambodia
			at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

4 empty visa labeled pages

Riches of the Mekong
Multi entry visa for Vietnam,
Program begins in Siem Reap Single entry visa for Cambodia
			at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

4 empty visa labeled pages

Charms of the Mekong
Multi entry visa for Vietnam,
Program ends in Hanoi
Single entry visa for Cambodia
			at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

4 empty visa labeled pages

Riches of the Mekong
Multi entry visa for Vietnam,
Program ends in Siem Reap
Single entry visa for Cambodia
			at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

4 empty visa labeled pages

Bangkok extension
Visa exempt						

at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

2 additional empty visa
labeled pages

Secrets of Egypt & the Nile				

Single entry visa for Egypt(apply online several weeks
prior to arrival date)at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

2 empty visa labeled pages

Jordan extension
				Single entry visa for Jordan
obtained upon arrival
by AmaWaterways

at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

2 additional empty visa
labeled pages

Dubai extension
Visa exempt						

at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

2 additional empty visa
labeled pages

Israel extension
Visa exempt						

at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

2 additional empty visa
labeled pages

Turkey extension
Single entry visa for Turkey						at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

2 additional empty visa
labeled pages

Discover Africa
Visa required for Zimbabwe
Discover Africa withand obtained at border
Johannesburg		

at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

6 empty visa labeled pages

Rivers and Rails
Visa required for Zimbabwe
Rivers and Rails plus
and obtained at borderGreater Kruger National Park		

at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

6 empty visa labeled pages

Stars of South Africa
Visa required for Zimbabwe		and obtained at border			

at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

6 empty visa labeled pages

Wildlife and the Falls
Visa required for Zimbabwe		and obtained at border			

at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

6 empty visa labeled pages

Golden Trails of Africa
Golden Trails of Africa with
Cape Town		at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

8 empty visa labeled pages

at least six (6) months after
the scheduled return date
to your home country

2 additional empty visa
labeled pages

Visa required for Zimbabwe andobtained at border. Visa required
for Tanzania and must be
obtained prior to arrival in Africa

Rwanda extension
Visa required						* Requirements as of time of publication

Airport Transfers: Guests purchasing transoceanic airfare
through AmaWaterways may qualify for complimentary group
airport transfers for a scheduled arrival between the airport
and the ship or hotel, and on a scheduled departure between
the hotel or the ship and airport. Airport transfers in Africa andEgypt to/from the hotel are included on the first and last days
(when applicable) of your trip, unless deviating from advertised
program. If airport transfers are not reflected on your confirmation, AmaWaterways will not be responsible for providing
airport transfer service. Please note: our group airport transfer
service may involve some waiting time. All guests making
their own airfare arrangements are responsible for arranging their transportation to/from the airport (except Africa andEgypt). Individual airport transfers can be purchased for thoseguests who are scheduled to arrive/depart on our itinerary
dates, please ask for details.
Changes in Cruise and Cruise & Land Itineraries: Carrier seeks
to provide services as published or stated in the Digital Travel
Documents. But deviations to planned cruise, cruise & landitinerary or any other aspects of the travel may occur. If conditions make cruise routes unsafe for navigation or in otherrespects, or raise sufficient doubt about safety, Carrier reserves
the right to modify or provide alternate services. These may
include, but are not limited to, providing accommodation on
the docked ship and/or substituting ground arrangements.
An effort will be made to try to arrange elements of the cruiseand cruise tour similar to those originally planned, but the levelof similarity may vary. Except as otherwise provided in your
Passenger Ticket Contract, such changes will not entitle you to
any credit or a refund. Cruise, cruise & land routes, and all otheraspects of the cruise and travel are subject to change with orwithout notice.
Hotel Accommodations: We will seek to use hotels listed(if any) on your confirmation. Changes may be necessary;
therefore, use of such hotels is not assured. An effort will bemade to substitute similar hotels, but the level of similarity may
vary. Standard policy for hotels is to have rooms available forcheck-in no earlier than 3:00 p.m. Subject to the discretion of
the hotel, triple-occupancy hotel accommodations may involvethe use of hotel rooms with just two beds. Only those guests
who have elected to take our Cruise & Land program on thebrochure itinerary dates will receive transfers between the
hotel(s) and the ship.
Cancellation by Carrier: Carrier reserves the right to cancel,
change or postpone any cruise departure date and itinerary.
In the event of a complete cancellation of a departure by
Carrier, we will refund monies paid for the cruise or cruise &land package to those participants who have not previously
cancelled. See Passenger Ticket Contract for further details.
Personal Changes: Except as otherwise provided in the
Passenger Ticket Contract, participant’s deviation from thepublished itinerary for any reason will not entitle participant toany reduction in charge. Participant will bear a full charge forany unused services.
Child Policy: All guests under the age of 18 are to be in a cabinwith an adult, and must remain supervised at all times, andtheir safety is the responsibility of the accompanying adult(s).
Children between the ages of 4 – 10 at the time of embarkation
may share a cabin with 2 adults provided the child is able toshare the bed with the adults – no additional bed will be
provided. Please be aware that balcony cabins of any kind may
be unsafe for small children if left unsupervised. Children 4-7
years old are not recommended on any program and on our

Due to medical safety guidelines, we are unable to accommodate
passengers who will enter their 24th week of pregnancy by thetime of the cruise.
Medical: Medical doctors are not available on any vessel. If
medical services are required, efforts to contact local medical
providers will be made. A participant requiring such assistanceis solely responsible for all related charges. We will not be
responsible or liable for sufficiency of our efforts to reach
medical providers, unavailability, delay, quality or other aspectof any such services. Participant is encouraged at time ofbooking and well before departure, to review participant’s
health and medical conditions and insurance and consult
participant’s health care and insurance providers regardingneeds and scope of coverage for any incident or need that may
occur during travel, and to obtain supplemental health andmedical insurance for the travel, as needed.
Inoculations and Medical Preparation: All passengers travelingon certain Africa itineraries will require Yellow Fever vaccination.
AmaWaterways strongly recommends that all passengers takemalaria pills for travel to Africa. Please contact your personal
physician or local health department prior to travel for further
detailed information and recommended precautionary measures.
Smoking: Smoking is only permitted on the ship’s Sun Deck inthe designated smoking area.
Diet: Special dietary requests must be provided to us at time ofreservation. An effort will be made to meet the request, but wecannot assure the request can be accommodated.
California Seller of Travel Law: We are registered with the
California Attorney General, California Seller of Travel Programas AmaWaterways LLC, registration number CST 2065452-20.
Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approvalby the State of California. This transaction is covered by the
California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund (TCRF) if we wereregistered and participating in TCRF at the time of sale and you
are located in California at the time of payment.
By confirming the reservation with payment, the guest/ traveladvisor acknowledges that they are aware of and will comply
with these Terms. For the most current version of the General
Information and Terms, which will supersede the Terms andConditions published in any of our brochures in the eventof a conflict and any prior oral, implied, written or otherrepresentation or agreement between you and us, please visit
www.AmaWaterways.com.

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