Far East, India & Arabia

Bangkok and Beyond

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15 February - 02 March 2011
16 days from £ 1495 per person
Bangkok and Beyond Map
Date Port Arrive Depart
15 Feb Depart UK, United Kingdom
Fly overnight from London to Bangkok to join Minerva.
16 Feb Bangkok, Thailand
Embark Minerva
17 Feb Bangkok, Thailand
The shimmering Emerald Buddha and the golden temples of the Grand Palace are a sight to behold. Alternatively spend a fascinating day in Kanchanaburi and the River Kwai before enjoying an evening cruise down the Chao Praya River and into the Gulf of Thailand.
18 Feb At Sea
Cruise the Gulf of Thailand and the South China Sea.
19 Feb At Sea
Cruise the Gulf of Thailand and the South China Sea.
20 Feb Singapore, Singapore
Cruise through the busy Singapore Strait for a lunchtime arrival allowing ample time this afternoon to discover the delights of the ‘Lion City’ before, perhaps, dining ashore this evening.
21 Feb Singapore, Singapore
This morning learn about the Allied campaign during World War II, delight in Jurong Bird Park or simply absorb the sights and smells of this exciting metropolis. Enjoy some last minute shopping along Orchard Road before setting sail early this afternoon
22 Feb Port Kelang, Malaysia
An opportunity to spend the day in Kuala Lumpur, the Malaysian capital, a delightful blend of East and West.
23 Feb Penang, Malaysia
Discover the old Chinese waterside settlement and explore the ramparts of the 18th Century Fort Cornwallis, before spending a leisurely early evening ashore.
24 Feb Langkawi, Malaysia
Enjoy a relaxing morning on this breathtaking Malaysian island, relax on a tropical beach, swim in the clear waters or explore the lush tropical scenery and learn more about rubber tapping.
25 Feb At Sea
Cruise the Andaman Sea
26 Feb Port Blair, Andaman Islands
A full day to explore the capital of the rarely-visited Andamans, or to relax in the warm waters that surround this tropical paradise.
27 Feb At Sea
Cruise the Bay of Bengal
28 Feb At Sea
Cruise the Bay of Bengal
01 Mar Chennai, India
Located on India’s Coromandel Coast, Chennai is known as the ‘gateway to South India’. Explore this fascinating city or discover the spectacular shore temple of Mahabalipuram.
02 Mar Arrive UK, United Kingdom
Fly from Chennai to the UK, or fly to Delhi for an optional post-cruise tour of India’s Golden Triangle.

Details

16 days
15 February 2011
from £ 1495  (2 Bed Inside) Price Info

Description

Steadily unwind as the fascinating, bustling cities of Bangkok, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur slowly give way to the mesmerising Malaysian islands of Penang and Langkawi and the tropical paradise of the Andaman Islands.

   

Itineraries and timings may be subject to change.