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Between Tradition and Modernity- Hong
Kong - Singapore
COX1305 | March 5 - 18, 2013
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Book your cruise now! 5% early booking discount until Aug 6, 2012.
Whether in pulsating cosmopolitan cities or on tropical islands - Asia's sanctuaries bear evidence to
the power of religious faith and will reveal to you new perspectives of the world.
Highlights of your cruise
• Taiwan's emerging metropolis - discover the highlights of
Taipei
• Exploring legendary Saigon extensively - two days in Ho Chi Minh City
• Angkor Wat - myth-enshrouded sanctuary of the Khmer culture deep in the
Cambodian rainforest
• Nightlife at its most exciting - one night in Bangkok
• Relaxing and swimming on Thailand's most beautiful beaches |
| Days |
Date
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Destination |
| Tue |
5-Mar-13
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Embarkation on the COLUMBUS
2.
Hong Kong, departure 22.00 hrs. |
| Wed |
6-Mar-13
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Relaxation at sea |
| Thurs |
7-Mar-13
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Chelung (Taipei), 6.00 - 17.00
hrs |
| Fri |
8-Mar-13
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Kaohsiung, 9.00 - 15.00
hrs |
| Sat |
09 Mar - 10
Mar 2013
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Relaxation at sea |
| Mon |
11-Mar-13
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Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), arrival
13.00 hrs |
| Tue |
12-Mar-13
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Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), departure
16.00 hrs |
| Wed |
13-Mar-13
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Relaxation at sea |
| Thurs |
14-Mar-13
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Laem Chabang (Bangkok), arrival 10.00
hrs |
| Fri |
15-Mar-13
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Laem Chabang (Bangkok), departure
18.00 hrs |
| Sat |
16-Mar-13
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Ko Samui, 10.00 - 15.00
hrs |
| Sun |
17-Mar-13
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Relaxation at sea |
| Mon |
18-Mar-13
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Singapore, arrival 7.00
hrs.
Disembarkation. |
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Hong Kong/China
The vibrant megacity at the mouth of the Pearl
River welcomes you with a friendly "Ni hao". In the evening, the COLUMBUS 2 sets course for
Taiwan.
Chelung (Taipei)/Taiwan
In a park on a mountain high above the city, Kuan Yin
protectively holds her hand over Chelung. You will encounter the huge statue of the Goddess of Mercy on
the walk amidst the marine sculptures of Yehliu* - in this national park, the sea, the sun and
the wind have created the most bizarre shapes and provided entire rock formations with the appearance
of animals or people. The skyscraper Taipei 101, the second tallest building in the world, is just one
of the highlights of Taipei* - you will also be amazed by the treasures of 5,000 years of
Chinese art at the National Palace Museum and the Buddhist Longshan Temple.
Kaohsiung/Taiwan
Temples and pagodas* fringe the crystal-clear Cheng Ching Lake, the shores of which
accommodate Taiwan's most significant port city. Via the nine corners of the zig-zag bridge you will
get to the seven-storey Chung Hsing Pagoda, from which you can enjoy magnificent views of Kaohsiung.
The spring and autumn pavilions amidst Lotus Lake are emblems of China's more recent architecture.
Interesting insights into life according to the principles of Confucius can be gained on a visit to the
Fo Guang Shan Monastery*.
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)/Vietnam
The "grande dame" on the banks of the Saigon
River is literally brimming with vitality. Soak up the unique atmosphere of this old and new centre of
Vietnam on the city tour* - the hospitable locals will be smiling at you, extending some other
gesture of welcome or waving at you from every house. Millions of scooters and mopeds are dashing
through the streets. With a typical rickshaw, you can explore the markets in China Town, where trade
has been rife for more than 300 years. Travelling through the Mekong Delta*, you will discover
the epitome of tropical landscapes - between the fertile paddy fields, we will come across small
villages in which traditions and lifestyles have not changed much over the decades. The tour with the
rustic boats on one of the maze-like branches of the mighty river promises to be a little adventure.
Typical Vietnamese cooking* is a culinary tour of discovery - in a small group, you will stroll
across one of the plentiful markets, get to know exotic fruit and vegetables and receive quite a few
insiders' tips first hand. Alternatively, you can join the overland excursion and experience the
unparalleled temple compounds of Angkor* in Cambodia. Here, an abundance of reliefs and filigree
stone figures of all kinds adorn numerous temples. Some of them lie, semi-overgrown by creepers and
trees, hidden in the green twilight of the jungle. Visit the largest sacred complex in the world -
Angkor Wat, an unforgettable, mystic place.
Laem Chabang (Bangkok)/Thailand
Re-embarkation of the guests of the overland
excursion to Angkor. What could be more enticing than spending one night in Bangkok*? Immerse
yourself in this fascinating cosmos and discover the pulsating city. Following an overnight stay at the
hotel, you will experience the Temple of the Dawn bathed in the light of the rising sun. The highlights
also include the Holy Temple of the Emerald Buddha and, of course, the magnificent Wat Po. Furthermore,
you will explore the historic district of Bangkok with a traditional tuk-tuk. On the excursion an
overview of Bangkok*, you can visit the old royal palace with the Emerald Buddha revered throughout
the country and also marvel at the lying Buddha of the Wat Po Temple. The stroll through
Pattaya* takes you to one of the most famous dream destinations in Thailand. A vast selection of
fashion, handicraft and exquisite Thai silk augurs some wonderful shopping. And on Jomtien Beach, you
will be swimming under the Thai sun. For an utterly relaxing experience, you may wish to spend a day
on Koh Samed* - on the sunny island, you will have a fabulous time sunbathing and swimming
including lunch on the beach.
Ko Samui/Thailand
Thanks to its tropical charm, the remote beaches and an abundance
of coconut palms, Ko Samui can be described as a front garden of paradise. Discover the highlights of
this little island individually according to your own ideas, for instance the Big Buddha in the Wat
Phra Yai, the enormous size of which is sufficient to make your visit worthwhile. Chaweng Beach is a
vision in white - enjoy hours of relaxation on the fine sandy beach and in the warm, turquoise water of
the Gulf of Thailand.
Singapore
The COLUMBUS 2 reaches the city state early in the morning.
*These arrangements are not included in the cruise price. The shore activities listed here are in the
planning stage and are subject to changes. |
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∗United States Dollar prices are subject to change. These
rates do not include Airfare
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The COLUMBUS 2 all-inclusive package is offered at a surcharge to complement the
advertised cruise and can only be booked prior to the beginning of the cruise. The package price
includes a credit for the shore excursions of your choice, beverages with the meals and free
selection from 81 beverages on the bar menu of the COLUMBUS 2. The mini bar as well as a selection
of other beverages, for example champagne, are not included in the COLUMBUS 2 all-inclusive
package. The credit for your shore excursions worth € 60 will automatically be credited to your
on-board account.
¹ You pay only the guaranteed price for double occupancy shown here. Accommodation will be provided in
an inside cabin of Category 1 or an outside cabin of Category 3 to 4, subject to availability. If you
book a combination of several cruises in a guaranteed two-berth cabin, we cannot promise that you will
be allocated the same cabin throughout your whole stay. You will receive your cabin number with your
final travel documents (limited allotment).
² If you book your cruise 210 days (approx. 7 months) or earlier prior to departure, you will receive
an early booking discount of 5% on the cruise-only price (catalogue price minus surcharge for travel
arrangements to cruise departure point and from cruise arrival point and share of fuel costs).
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