Crystal Cruises offers over three dozen new adventures in Asia
Crystal Cruises is introducing more than three dozen new land adventures as part of the ultra-luxury cruise specialist’s 2007 return to Asia. Canoeing and snorkeling in Thailand, a Tate-do martial arts performance in Japan, longboat sailing along the Vietnamese Mekong Delta, cookery classes in Vietnam and Hong Kong and multiple-night overland adventures to Hanoi, Angkor Wat and Laos are a selection of the new excursions Crystal Cruises is introducing.
In conjunction with four cruises departing between March 27 – April 29, 2007, onboard the award-winning Crystal Symphony, tailored tours introduce travellers to the cultural heritage, history and outdoor adventures available throughout Asia’s. Among the new Crystal Adventures are:
Palate-pleasing excursions including a Kagoshima exploration to learn about the brewing of rice vinegar and spirits and visits to local produce markets in Hong Kong and Vietnam in conjunction with regional cooking demonstrations.
Two- and three-night overland adventures to Hanoi, Angkor Wat and Laos.
Canoeing and snorkeling off the coast of Thailand.
Visits to the imperial city of Hue and the preserved, ancient Vietnamese seaport, Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A Mumbai Jewish heritage journey to the Gateway of India, Knesseth Eliahod Synagogue, the Magen David Synagogue and Magen Hassidin Synagogue, as well as a visit to the fascinating local laundry called the dhobi ghats.
Restorative hot springs soaks in Taiwan and energising spa treatments at the Cheraim Spa in Thailand.
Crystal guests can also choose to ride an elephant in Thailand, explore the Cu Chi tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War plus dozens of other adventures throughout Asia.
Onboard destination experts, including speakers from the Smithsonian Institution, will add rich insight into Asian culture, history, art and literature.
On cruises ranging from 11 to 16 days, Crystal Symphony will visit 17 cities in nine different countries, including a maiden call at Chan May, Vietnam:
• 27 March – Hong Kong to Beijing, including an overnight in Hong Kong and Shanghai and three nights in Beijing, plus Taipei/Keelung, Kagoshima and Dalian.
• 04 April – Beijing to Hong Kong, including three nights in Beijing, an overnight in Shanghai, Osaka and Hong Kong, plus Nagasaki
• 18 April – Hong Kong to Singapore, including an overnight in Ho Chi Minh City, Laem Chabang (for Bangkok), Chan May and Singapore,
• 29 April – Singapore to Dubai, including two overnights in Yangon and an overnight in Dubai, plus Phuket, Cochin and Mumbai.
Prices start from £3,794 per person for the 14-night Kingdoms of Jade & Gold fly/cruise from Hong Kong to Singapore departing the UK on 18 April. Price includes return scheduled flights from the UK, 11 nights on the award-winning Crystal Symphony in a Deluxe Stateroom with Large Picture Window with all meals and soft drinks, port taxes and basic gratuities.
For reservations contact Crystal Cruises on 020 7287 9040 or visit www.crystalcruises.com
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