Avalon Waterways expands opportunity to experience unique sights, colorful cultures and ancient traditions with the addition of a new Suite Ship, the Avalon Saigon.

The new ship, following the recent fleet addition of two new 36-guest Suite Ships, will cruise further into the Far East, offering new ways to explore Southeast Asia.

“Avalon river cruises go beyond expectation. They go beyond the grand waterways of Europe, too,” said Terri Burke, managing director, Avalon Waterways. “With a maximum capacity of only 36 guests, our smaller Mekong and Irrawaddy Suite Ships invite travellers to see the world differently by sailing into surprising places other ships simply cannot.  Gliding through narrow passageways, these intimate ships get travellers up close to the sights, cultures and traditions of Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar.”

On Avalon’s new Southeast Asia Suite Ships — the Avalon Saigon, Avalon Myanmar and Avalon Siem Reap — travellers are welcomed by 18 well-appointed Avalon Suites with 245 square feet of living space and the ship’s signature Open-Air Balconies, featuring floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall panoramic windows.

In addition to the new ship, the line will introduce a new itinerary to see and explore Vietnam and Cambodia. The Heart of Cambodia & Vietnam is an 18-day journey through the destinations along the Mekong River and Ha Long Bay.

In celebration of the things to come, Avalon is offering a “See the World” sales event. Those booking a 2018 river cruise to Southeast Asia can save up to $2,000 per couple.