Asia
OCEAN CRUISING
A continent as diverse as it is captivating, a voyage through Asia is worthy of venturing further afield – from cherry-blossom season sojourns to palatial wonders of the world and everything in between.
OCEAN CRUISING
A continent as diverse as it is captivating, a voyage through Asia is worthy of venturing further afield – from cherry-blossom season sojourns to palatial wonders of the world and everything in between.
Few nations can claim a story as symbolic in every sense of the word as the one that’s passed down by India. The birthplace of four prominent religions, its astonishing palaces are famous worldwide. Take the Taj Mahal, renowned for its stunning symmetry; a marvel in marble best experienced at sunrise.
Modern art scenes thrive alongside remnants of ancient civilisations in the perfect pairing of Vietnam and Cambodia. Making a name for itself as a dynamic and alluring destination, Cambodia’s Siem Reap awaits with a wealth of history and culture. Across the border, Nha Trang’s lively scenery sits picture-perfect under the watchful eye of the Buddha of Long Son Pagoda.
Japan is a confluence of tradition and modernity, with a cultural heritage harking back centuries. Travelling through time in Tokyo alone (on a bullet train no less), revellers will pass through the contrasting sides of the capital’s old-town neighbourhoods and ultra-contemporary shopping districts.
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![Two individuals in traditional Japanese kimonos holding red umbrellas on a rainy day in a historic alley.]()
JapanPretty as a picture
Ancient ways of life effortlessly entwine with a culture way ahead of the curve in the land of the rising sun. Cruising in these parts may come with a focus on foodie favourites – from carefully crafted sushi to authentic Kobe beef – but it’s the natural landscapes that really set this archipelagic nation apart. Of course, even the autumn hues of rich ambers and golds, spring's cherry-blossom pinks, and the leafy greens of Hiroshima’s Memorial Park are no match for the sheer majesty of Mount Fuji. Yet still, beauty is clear across these lands of legend, ornamented by the skyscrapers of Tokyo and Temples of Shimizu.
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![A person in a white robe and conical hat walking past a row of colourful rickshaws by a yellow building and green tree.]()
VietnamStoried pasts and bright futures
Vietnam may have once been overlooked in favour of its neighbour across the Gulf of Thailand, but with its mesh of bustling cities and beautiful coastlines, this resilient country is turning the tables. Though much of this land enjoys a languid mood, life in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) is wonderfully disordered. The streets buzz with people as they buy, sell and barter, rivalling the busy Binh Tay Market at every corner. Often atop scooters, everything here moves quickly, but few visitors sail away without first listening to the tales of a veteran at the Cu Chi Tunnels (or even taking a sub-terranean turn themselves).
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![A row of golden statues along a pathway lined with palm trees.]()
CambodiaA tapestry of temples
Cambodia exudes a mysticism that’s hard to emulate, the not-so-secret ingredients of which come in the form of its extraordinary jungle ruins, Khmer villages, buttery beaches and cities of old-meets-new. A lot goes into this secret recipe for the beguiling; there’s a dash of city life moving through the raucous riverside bazaars of Siem Reap, and the modern art scenes that thrive alongside remnants of one of the world’s oldest civilisations. Its wealth of temples is more than worth the journey inland to the likes of the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat, and the vines coiling around the slumbering ruins of Ta Prohm.
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![A person pedalling a rickshaw with a passenger on board, in front of blurred colourful storefronts, suggesting motion.]()
IndiaLive like a local
If there’s a satiating ingredient to inspire a zest for life, India’s got the whole recipe. But let the chaos subside to reveal its vivacious energy is rooted in a little something called community. Epitomised by the city of dreams, visitors are welcomed with open arms to live like a Mumbaikar, following locals through their daily routine of haggling, home- cooked meals and hot chai. A feast for the senses, India’s kaleidoscope of colours is surpassed only by lip-smacking dishes. Cochin’s spice ports are the prime place, where Chinese fishing nets stand outstretched over Arabian waters, poised to find the catch of the day.
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- One of the world’s most built-up urban areas, Tokyo has some remarkable architecture. When your time at sea is done, wander the streets of Japan’s capital on a tailor-made tour of its best structures – guided by a local.
- Before the voyage begins, delve into the world of Indonesian artisans. Visit jewellery designer John Hardy’s workshop, going behind the scenes to discover the ancient processes used to make each piece before crafting one yourself.
- Prior to returning home, take the time to uncover the work of Mumbai’s all-important dabbawalas. A 125-year tradition, join them on foot for a first-hand look into their day-to-day lives delivering home-cooked meals to the busy city workers.
- One of the world’s most built-up urban areas, Tokyo has some remarkable architecture. When your time at sea is done, wander the streets of Japan’s capital on a tailor-made tour of its best structures – guided by a local.
- Before the voyage begins, delve into the world of Indonesian artisans. Visit jewellery designer John Hardy’s workshop, going behind the scenes to discover the ancient processes used to make each piece before crafting one yourself.
- Prior to returning home, take the time to uncover the work of Mumbai’s all-important dabbawalas. A 125-year tradition, join them on foot for a first-hand look into their day-to-day lives delivering home-cooked meals to the busy city workers.
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