3-night mini tour of Beijing + Far East Explorer Cruise (Beijing to Bangkok)
Tiananmen Square, Beijing
Forbidden City, Beijing
Shanghai
The Bund, Shanghai
Hong Kong
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Ben Thanh Market, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
A pedicab ride in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Sensational Singapore
Grand Palace, Bangkok
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: Overnight flight to Beijing.
DAY 2: Arrival in Beijing.
On arrival in Beijing you will be transferred to your hotel for three nights. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore this fascinating city.
DAY 3: Beijing.
Enjoy an included tour today that will take you to the Temple of Heaven, an impressive example of Ming architecture, where sacrificial rituals were staged by the Emperors to ensure good harvest as well as a visit to vast Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, seat of China's emperors. (B, L)
DAY 4: Beijing.
An unforgettable day awaits you today on an included visit to the legendary Great Wall of China. Stretching 6,000 kilometres and dating back to the Ming period, this startling ediface will stay in your memory forever. Also included is a visit to the Summer Palace, a park of lakeside pagodas and the site of the marble boat made for the Empress Dowager Ci Xi. (B, L)
DAY 5: Beijing.
Today, you will be transferred to the port in Tianjin to embark your cruise ship, Diamond Princess. (B)
DAY 6: At sea.
(B, L, D)
DAY 7: Busan.
South Korea's second largest city, Busan is the gateway to a land whose culture is a fascinating blend of old and new. (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Nagasaki.
Celebrated as the setting for Puccini's 'Madame Butterfly', Nagaski enjoys an attractive location, surrounded by hills and a deep-water bay. (B, L, D)
DAY 9: At sea.
(B, L, D)
DAY 10: Shanghai.
One of the most exciting cities in the world, Shanghai's attractions range from exquisite Chinese temples and superb museums to the elegant 19th century European architecture of The Bund. (B, L, D)
DAY 11 to 12: At sea.
(B, L, D)
DAY 13: Hong Kong.
Hong Kong is bursting with attractions - perhaps head to Victoria Peak for spectacular panoramic views over Hong Kong Island or visit Stanley Market and Kowloon's Mong Kok district for great shopping opportunities. (B, L, D)
DAY 14: At sea.
(B, L, D)
DAY 15: Nha Trang.
Nha Trang is one of Vietnam's most popular coastal resorts and boasts pristine white-sand beaches skirted by sparkling azure waters and tranquil nodding palms. (B, L, D)
DAY 16: Ho Chi Minh City.
Formerly known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is a wonderful mix of modern and traditional. Sights include the Jade Emperor Pagoda and Ben Thanh Market. (B, L, D)
DAY 17: At sea.
(B, L, D)
DAY 18: Singapore.
Singapore is a metropolis of modern high-rise buildings, Chinese shop-houses, sturdy Victorian buildings, Buddhist temples and Arab bazaars. (B, L, D)
DAY 19 to 20: At sea.
(B, L, D)
DAY 21: Bangkok.
After breakfast, disembark your ship in Laem Chabang and transfer to your hotel in Bangkok for two nights. (B)
DAY 22: Bangkok.
Enjoy free time to explore and perhaps visit the splendid Wat Trimitr temple with its precious gold Buddha or the Grand Palace - Thailand's most sacred monument.
DAY 23: Bangkok - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.
DAY 24: Home landing in the UK.
Accommodation on Tour
Beijing: International Hotel; Bangkok: Furama Silom.
Visa Requirements
A visa is required for this holiday and must be obtained prior to departure. For further details, please see pages 110-115.
Diamond Princess
Double cabin, Diamond Princess
Trattoria Sabatini Italian restaurant, Diamond Princess
International Dining Room, Diamond Princess
Explorer's Lounge, Diamond Princess
Churchill's Lounge, Diamond Princess
Wheelhouse Bar, Diamond Princess
Horizon Court Restaurant, Diamond Princess
Atrium, Diamond Princess
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Diamond Princess
With their entire fleet inducted into the prestigious Chaîne des Rôtisseurs gastronomic society, it's no surprise Princess cruises offer a fantastic choice of dining options and Diamond Princess is no exception. Combine this with the good selection of quality amenities, exciting entertainment, immaculate accommodation and superb dedication to personal service and you have an ideal base from which to enjoy the spectacular ports of call on the South China Sea.
Public Rooms & Facilities
2 swimming pools with pool bars and whirlpools; terrace pool; lap pool with whirlpools; International Dining Room; Pacific Moon, Santa Fe, Savoy and Vivaldi dining rooms; Sabatini's (Italian restaurant); Sterling Steakhouse; Horizon Court 24 hour buffet; Pizzeria; Trident Grill; ice cream bar; Wheelhouse bar; Churchill's Cigar & Spirit Lounge; Crooners Martini Bar; Wake View bar; Explorers Lounge; Lotus Spa with fitness centre, massage beauty salon and aerobics; The Sanctuary; lap pool; jogging track; sports court; 9 hole putting green; virtual golf simulator; shuffleboard and deck chess; Princess Theatre; Skywalkers nightclub; Club Fusion; Grand Casino; shops; library and writing room; internet cafe; art gallery; medical centre; 12 lifts.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. Meals are served in the International Dining Room and include a range of prestigious and creative gourmet delights. The main dining room operates 'Traditional Dining' so you can dine at set times each day and your table will be waiting for you when you arrive. Alternatively, 'Anytime Dining' offers flexibility and the choice to dine any time between 5.30pm and 10pm in a selection of restaurants including the Pacific Moon, Santa Fe, Savoy and Vivaldi dining rooms. Other dining options include speciality restaurants such as Sabatini's Italian restaurant and the Sterling Steakhouse or casual dining choices such as the Horizon Court Buffet, the Pizzeria, the Trident Grill for burgers and hot dogs, an ice cream bar and a patisserie.
Cabins
All cabins have twin beds; air-conditioning/climate control; satellite TV; minibar; 24 hour room service; and private bathroom. Your holiday price includes a category JJ inside cabin, or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
JJ Twin inside middle/upper deck cabin
F Twin outside middle deck cabin with picture window (obstructed view)
BC Twin outside middle/upper cabin with private balcony
Tipping
A discretionary gratuity of $11.50 per person, per day will be automatically added to your shipboard account. In addition, a 15% service charge is automatically added to all onboard bar purchases and dining room wine accounts.
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3-night mini tour of Beijing + Far East Explorer Cruise (Beijing to Bangkok)
Price from £2839.00
Holiday Highlights
- Beijing
- Busan
- Nagasaki
- Shanghai
- Hong Kong
- Nha Trang
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Singapore
- Bangkok
Departures from
- London Heathrow
Departures between
06 Nov 2012 to 06 Nov 2012
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