While traditional cruise destinations such as the Caribbean and Mediterranean remain popular with cruise holiday customers, Far East cruises are becoming more and more popular – both with cruise veterans eager for a new experience and newcomers to the ship-based holiday format, drawn in by the allure of exotic destinations coupled with the luxury of the onboard experience.
Far East cruises are offered by many mainstream cruise lines such as P&O Cruises, Thomson Cruises and Princess Cruises, all of which offer interesting individual itineraries taking in some of the delights of the Orient. Far East cruise highlights include calls at ports in Vietnam, Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Manila, China and Kuala Lumpur.
Cruise passenger can experience the gentle blend of French and Chinese influence in the Vietnamese capital of Ho Chi Minh City – which is fast emerging as a destination of choice for those curious to see the former Saigon for themselves and soak up the atmosphere in this city of historic importance.
Whilst in Vietnamese waters, it is definitely worth visiting the port of Nha Trang, which offers delights such as the Po Nagar Cham Towers. Or perhaps take an excursion from Da Nang to the ancient imperial city of Hue. Thailand is a popular holiday destination in its own right and liners call at both Bankok and Phuket, where guests can experience the beautiful beaches and bountiful nightlife.
A Far East cruise would not be complete without a visit to the Chinese capital of Beijing – with shore excursions to the Forbidden City proving popular.
Posted by: James Ted
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