Asia Cruises 2012: Sail to the Far East and see a kaleidoscope of exotic sights, sounds, tastes and experiences. You’ll find something new and exotic in every port of call. From the beauty and tranquility of ancient temples, to the distinctive flavors of the curries and satays found in a Bangkok cafe, to world-class shopping in the bustling open-air markets of Hong Kong. We’re looking forward to providing you with the opportunity to create your own adventure in one of the world’s most amazing destinations.
Popular ports on Asia cruises:
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong is a city of contrasts. You’ll find Rolls-Royces parked right next to bicycle taxis, small sampans bobbing beside giant container ships, street-side food stalls alongside four-star restaurants and ultra-modern skyscrapers around the corner from bamboo huts. Most of all you’ll find a bustling, cosmopolitan city that offers world-class shopping, spectacular cuisine and unforgettable scenic beauty – a combination that attracts over 13 million tourists yearly. One visit and you’ll understand why.
Singapore
This is truly a city where East meets West. To the first-time visitor, Singapore’s towering skyscrapers, modern shopping malls, fast-food chains and thriving economy are reminiscent of a large American city. Until, that is, you get a scent of the freshly ground spices in an open-air market, hear the cry of an imam calling the faithful to prayer, explore Arab Street’s small shops by rickshaw or relax with a gin sling on the broad, shady porch of a colonial-era hotel. Then you’ll see why seasoned travelers say that in Singapore, nothing is as it appears to be.
Nha Trang, Vietnam
A visit to the capital of Khanh Hoa Province is a day at the beach – literally. In fact, Nha Trang is often referred to as Vietnam’s ocean city. And with its vast white-sand, crescent-shaped beach and crystal, clear waters, it’s easy to see why. But there’s more to this popular resort town than sun, sand and surf. A number of first-class cafés and restaurants can be found up and down the beach, featuring cool drinks, fresh seafood and reasonable prices. Nha Trang is also known for its lively nightlife. Its bustling nightclubs and bars feature live entertainment and dancing well into the night. If you like your days hot and your nights even hotter, Nha Trang is not to be missed.
Who takes you there?
For Vietnam, Cambodia and the Mekong river cruise, AMA Waterways is an excellent choice. Choose from 7 and 15 night itienraries. You can now book a cruise all the way through April 2012.
Crystal Cruises offers Asia as a segment of their World Cruise. You can also take just a portion of the cruise, for example the 18 night Kingdoms of Silk & Jade cruise beginning on March 13, 2012 sailing from Hong Kong to Osaka with overnight stays in Shanghai, Beijing, Incheon & Osaka.
In 2012, the Oceania Nautica will be in Asia through March with a 15, 16, 25 and 35 day itinerary.
Princess Cruise Line Diamond Princess cruises 35 and 38 night Australia, New Zealand and Asia cruises. There is also a unique 32 night cruise that covers Alaska, Far East and China. In June, the Dawn Princess & the Sun Princess will also cruise Asia with some shorter itienraries (14+ nights).
Seabourn will have a couple of sailings in the region as a segment of their World cruise.
Azamara Cruises will arrive in late December 2011 with 12 and 14 night Southeast Asia Voyages from Singapore and Hong Kong.
Celebrity Cruises will have 2 ships in the area: Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Millennium from November and December 2012 and again January through April 2013.
Holland America Cruises offers several sailings on the Amsterdam in November and December 2011, the Zaandam January through March 2012, the Volendam January through April 2013.
If you are looking for Yangtze River cruises or Asia cruise tours visit our Asia website.
