21 Apr 2024
Fly UK to Singapore
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Check in for your flight from the UK to Singapore
22 Apr 2024
Singapore Hotel
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Arrive in Singapore and check in to your hotel for a 2 night stay, on a room only basis
24 Apr 2024
Singapore
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Singapore is small in size but big on excitement. Discover the multicultural medley of this city-state through its neighbourhoods: Check out the statue-adorned temples of Little India and the colourful pagodas of Chinatown. Cruise to Singapore and explore the city’s Malay section on the Kampong Glam Heritage Trail, which will take you past Arabic-influenced mansions and the gold-dome-topped Masjid Sultan mosque. Experience the contrast between the lush rainforest flora of the Singapore Botanic Garden and the high-tech ‘supertrees’ and biodomes of Gardens by the Bay. Complete your Singapore adventure with a panorama from the rooftop of the Marina Bay Sands or a Singapore Sling cocktail at the historical Raffles Hotel.
25 Apr 2024
Port Kelang
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Home to nearly 2 million people, Malaysia’s bustling capital Kuala Lumpur is a massive city of skyscrapers and historic architecture. See the Petronas Towers, the tallest twin towers in the world, with their ultra-modern style and contrasting traditional motifs from Islamic art. Then, stroll down to KLCC Park and walk around its man-made lake and fountain backdropped by the modern skyline. Cruise to Malaysia and explore the historic side of Kuala Lumpur at the iconic Thean Hou Temple, with its red pillars, intricate carvings and decorative artifacts from Buddhist, Confucian and Tao tradition. Or see the Moorish architecture of Jamek Mosque, situated at the crossing of the Klang and Gombak rivers.
26 Apr 2024
Penang
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An island state just off the coast of northwest Malaysia, Penang is rich in diverse cultural influences thanks to its history as a trading centre between India, China, Britain and the Middle East. Head to historic George Town, the island’s capital city, where bicycles and trishaws (three-wheeled, pedal-powered vehicles) dart along narrow streets lined with mural-adorned buildings and varied architecture. Cruise to Penang to step into the oldest Anglican church in Southeast Asia at St George’s, or check out the Kapitan Keling Mosque. Then, take the tram up to the cooler, minty-fresh air of Penang Hill – walk through the bird sanctuary or one of the nature trails, and take in views of the city below and the mountains in the distance.
27 Apr 2024
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28 Apr 2024
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29 Apr 2024
Hambantota, Sri Lanka
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30 Apr 2024
Colombo
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The largest city in Sri Lanka is also one of the most vibrant stops on the Indian Ocean. Move around Colombo on a sightseeing tour in a three-wheeled tuk-tuk or enjoy a picnic by the always animated Galle Face Green Promenade.
1 May 2024
Cochin, India
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Kerala is the talk of the town when it comes to travel in India, and the city of Cochin gives you a glimpse into why people love the state so much. Walk the streets of Cochin Fort — here, you’ll find the St. Francis Church, India’s oldest colonial-built place of worship, as well as bustling Princess Street, with its colorful architecture displaying Dutch, Portuguese and British influence. See the Chinese fishing nets at the bay, purportedly brought here in the 14th century by emissaries of emperor Kublai Khan. Cruise to Cochin and explore the ornate Paradesi Synagogue and learn more about Kerala’s historic Jewish community, or feast on a paratha flatbread at a local eatery.
2 May 2024
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3 May 2024
Goa
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Although it’s India’s smallest state, Goa packs in big-time oceanside enjoyment, with long beaches flanked by lush palm forests. Head to Old Goa to walk along the cobbled streets and take in the Portuguese colonial architecture, including the sand-colored Basilica de Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cruise to Goa to soak in the sun or go snorkeling on Palolem Beach. Or see sloth bears and panthers up-close at the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary. Finish your day with plate of Goan fried mussels with masala spice and an after-dinner stroll along the shops of downtown Panjim.
4 May 2024
Mumbai (Bombay), India
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5 May 2024
Mumbai (Bombay), India
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6 May 2024
Cruising
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7 May 2024
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8 May 2024
Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Once a small fishing village, the capital of the United Arab Emirates today is one of the world’s most modern, cosmopolitan city. Cruise to Abu Dhabi and visit the Heritage Village to step back in time to a pre-oil desert lifestyle. Admire the fascinating museum exhibits, explore the Bedouin encampment and browse the small shops in the rebuilt traditional souq village. Next, relax on the sandy Saadiyat or Yas public beach and take a dip in the warm, turquoise sea water. End your visit with a tour of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, an architectural marvel with gold-plated chandeliers and the world’s largest hand-woven carpet.
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is constructed with 100,000 tons of white Greek and Macedonian marble and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. It’s one of the few mosques in the region open to non-Muslims. Admire the 1,000 pillars, the floral designs inlaid with semi-precious stones and the 80 marble domes.
Head to Saadiyat Island, where the Abu Dhabi Louvre opened in November 2017 in an extraordinary building designed by notable architect Jean Nouvel. The museum’s art works encompass the history of civilization. There are also special exhibition spaces, a Children’s Museum, restaurants and retail shops.
9 May 2024
Dubai
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Dubai, one of the seven territories that make up the United Arab Emirates, is a sprawling multicultural city that has grown enormously in recent decades. Here, you’ll find everything you could possibly ask for in a modern metropolis: world-class shopping, architectural triumphs and luxurious ways to dine and relax. Cruise to Dubai and stroll along the Dubai Marina waterfront past the many large yachts and futuristic high-rises. Relax on the sandy beach at Kite Beach or Sunset Beach, overlooking the iconic sail-shaped hotel Burj Al Arab. Explore the charming Souq Madinat Jumeirah village, with its network of canals that pass Arabian-style hotels and lush gardens. Then, check out the Al Fahidi historical neighborhood and its distinctive sand-colored traditional buildings.
9 May 2024
Dubai Hotel
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Disembark Serenade of the Seas and check in to your hotel in Dubai for a 2 night stay, on a bed and breakfast basis
11 May 2024
Fly Dubai to UK
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Check in for your flight from Dubai back to the UK