Costa Cruises in the Far East Asia - Cruise Vietnam China Malaysia Brunei Singapore 14 Nights

This 'Jewels of the Far East' 14 night cruise covers the modern city of Singapore, the emerald rice fields of Vietnam, the shopping of Hong Kong, and the beaches of Borneo.

Itinerary

Day 1

Depart from Sinagpore at 8pm. Consider arriving a few days earlier to explore the quarters of Chinatown, Little India, Arab street, and even Jurong Town which has some places of tourist interest as well as an industrial nature.

Day 2

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Day 3

Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam (docked 8am-4pm). This is the largest city in Vietnam, the city centre is still known as Saigon and the Chinese districti has some notable pagodas. The French colonial buildings are worth a visit as are the various museums and Cu Chi tunnels.

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Da Nang in Vietnam, close to Hoi An - this region is one of the most beautiful in Vietnam: 5 limestone hills with pagodas, sacred altars and caves that were used as Buddhist sanctuaries.

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Day 7

Hong Kong (docked 7am - 11pm). Plenty of shopping or, if that doesn't interest you, visit Aberdeen Harbour - the floating village, or take the Star Ferry to the Kowloon Peninsula for the stunning view of the main island.

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Day 9

Manila in the Philippines - docked 9am - 8pm. This is a thriving centre of culture with a quirky ambience of Filipino charm. The eclectic array of food stalls in China Town is well worth a taste.

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Day 11

Kotakinabulu in Borneo (docked 8am - 8pm). The capital of Borneo, and a modern city, but it still feels like a typical seaside town with souvenir shops and fish stalls. Along the coast are the water village of Mengkabond and the open-air market of Kota Belud (cock fights still take place here).

Day 12

Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei - docked 8am - 5pm. It was rebuilt after the second world war; the Kampong Air village on water does still gives a glimpse of more traditional ways of Malay life. The Royal Regalia Exhibition Hall includes documents about Churchill, the history of Brunei, and the gifts received by the Sultan for the 2th anniversary of his reign.

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Day 14

Singapore, arriving at 9am.

Price

This cruise is available from £859 per person. Please contact our specialist travel advisors on 01249 467 164 for a quote for your holiday including any flights and hotel extensions you require. For general information about the cruises see our main cruises page.