ASIA Vibrant Cultures. Timeless Traditions. Modern Marvels
Pearls of the Indian Ocean 16 nights from Dubai to Singapore onboard Star Legend Departing 15 Nov 17 starting from $6,216*pp twin share Dubai Mumbai (Bombay) Mangalore Cochin Galle Phuket Malacca Singapore In 16 memorable days you ll discover a voyage of contrasts the contemporary urban centres of Dubai and Singapore the Indian cultural experiences in Mangalore and Cochin, the stunning beaches of Phuket, and UNESCO sites found in Sri Lanka, Malacca and Mumbai. You ll cruise through breathtaking islands and waterways like the Arabian Sea and the Straits of Malacca. Delve into traditional ways of life, from cooking with curry and cumin to shopping at Mumbai s Thieves Market. Above all, let go. Enjoy a bird s-eye-view from the world s tallest skyscraper, Burj Khalifa, in Dubai Glimpse Mumbai s inner workings at Dhobi Ghat, the century-old open-air laundry See for yourself the cacophony of India s markets and diverse cultures Take a houseboat tour in the backwater canals of Kerala and see the Chinese fishing nets of Cochin Visit with baby elephants in Phuket Sip a Singapore Sling at Raffles and explore world class shopping on Orchard Road Visit the Dutch fort in Galle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site DUBAI UAE Indian Ocean INDIA Mumbai Mangalore THAILAND SRI LANKA Phuket Cochin Galle Malacca MALAYSIA Malay & Singapore Sojourn 7 nights from Singapore roundtrip onboard Star Legend Departing 16 Dec 17 starting from $3,304*pp twin share (Cat. S1) Singapore Malacca Kuala Lumpur Penang Phuket Langkawi Singapore Every day is a gift on this pre-holiday cruise through the Straits of Malacca. Toast Sir Stamford Raffles with a Singapore Sling at the famous Long Bar in Singapore. Kayak through thick, tangled mangroves on Langkawi. Have your fortune told on Jonker s Street in Malacca. Watch a famous Phuket sunset, and soak up the Old World charm and New World glamour of Kuala Lumpur. Experience the urban bling of Singapore on Orchard Road and sip a Singapore Sling at Raffles Hotel Visit Penang and its colonial heart - George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Experience mangroves rich in flora and fauna or get a bird s-eye-view of the rainforest wonders from high above on the Langkawi Gondola Discover the Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum in the UNESCO city of Malacca Snorkel from the pristine beaches into the neon-coloured waters with time to gaze into a fiery sunset from atop Phromthep Cape Scale the highest twin towers of Kuala Lumpur for a jaw-dropping view of the city PHUKET Andaman Sea Indian Ocean THAILAND Langkawi South China Sea Penang MALAYSIA Kuala Lumpur Malacca Travel Centre - 15 Park Avenue, Coffs Harbour - 02 6652 1833
Singapore & Siam Holiday 7 nights Singapore to Phuket onboard Star Legend Departing 23 Dec 17 starting from $2,751*pp twin share (Cat. S2) Singapore Penang Langkawi Ko Yao Noi Phuket Celebrate Christmas on the lovely Star Legend opening gifts of unforgettable destinations, one after another. For centuries, Phinisi schooners and long-tail boats have plied the scenic waters of the Andaman Sea, and now it s your turn to explore the charismatic beaches of Phuket and Ko Yao Noi. Explore the amazing mosaic of cultures that has left its mark on everything in Malaysia from architecture to cuisines. Overnight in Singapore to experience the urban bustle by day and return to your waiting yacht at night Visit Penang s UNESCO World Heritage Site - colonial George Town Ascend on the Langkawi Gondola to get a bird s-eye-view of the rainforest wonders Gaze into a fiery sunset from atop Phromthep Cape as you overnight at Phuket Island with time to snorkel from the pristine beaches into the neon-coloured waters Paddle in Thailand s Ao Phang-Nga National Marine Park exploring rock formations and sea caves passing along the karst limestone cliffs Celebrate the holidays hassle- and stress-free Ko Yao Noi PHUKET THAILAND Andaman Sea Langkawi South China Sea Penang MALAYSIA Indian Ocean Taste of Siam & Singapore 7 nights from Phuket to Singapore onboard Star Legend Departing 30 Dec 17 starting from $2,751*pp twin share (Cat. S2) Phuket Ko Phi Phi Ipoh (Lumut) Kuala Lumpur Malacca Singapore Revel in the radiant natural beauty of beach-fringed islands and emerald karst pillars. Weave your way through lush mangroves watching for orchids, monkeys, and enormous sea eagles. Enough, by far, for any cruise but this one. For in between these Kodachrome moments, you ll discover the finest urban delights Asia has to offer in Singapore, Phuket, and Kuala Lumpur. PHUKET Andaman Sea Ko Phi Phi THAILAND South China Sea Overnight in Singapore to experience the urban bustle yet return to your waiting yacht at night Have your camera ready as you discover the Baba Nyonya Heritage in the UNESCO city of Malacca The pristine beaches and neon-coloured waters of Phuket welcome you aboard Take more time to relax on the inviting and beautiful beaches of Ko Phi Phi as you ring in the New Year See an awe-inspiring view of Kuala Lumpur from its highest twin towers In Ipoh sample the famous Chicken Rice with bean sprouts, famous because the sprouts are grown in spring water Indian Ocean Ipoh/Pulau Pangkor MALAYSIA Kuala Lumpur Malacca Travel Centre - 15 Park Avenue, Coffs Harbour - 02 6652 1833
Travel Centre - 15 Park Avenue, Coffs Harbour - 02 6652 1833 The Best of the Philippines & Borneo 14 nights Singapore to Hong Kong onboard Star Legend Departing 6 Jan & 17 Feb (reverse) 18 starting from $7,447*pp twin share (Cat. S1) Singapore Kuching Bandar Seri Begawan/Muara Kota Kinabalu Palawan Puerto Princesa Coron/Busuanga Island Boracay Manila Hundred Islands Hong Kong Unwind on a postcard-perfect Philippine beach full of natural beauty and see the blinding procession of Philippine wonders from Boracay, the Best Island in the World to Hundred Islands National Park including an overnight in charming Manila. Explore the tiny sultanate of Brunei and discover the maze of wooden boardwalks there. Captivating cities and untamed nature entice you, in turn, from your graceful yacht. Sip a Singapore Sling at the Long Bar inside Raffles Hotel and discover world-class shopping on Orchard Road Take a trip back in time, explore Spanish colonial architecture and stroll through the cobblestone streets of Intramuros (Old Town Manila) Enjoy world famous beaches and swimming in the blue and emerald green waters of the Philippines Experience the fascinating and tiny sultanate of Brunei, visit the most beautiful mosque in southeast Asia or wander the night market Venture among the islands in an outrigger and swim in the idyllic crystal waters of Hundred Islands National Park Snorkel or SCUBA dive among well preserved historical WWII Japanese wrecks off Busuanga Island Taste a variety of exotic fruits and unique spices in the local flavours of Singapore, Hong Kong, and everywhere in between Visit orangutans at the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, a rescue and rehabilitation centre for this endangered species Take a boat trip down the Subterranean River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located on Palawan and one of the 7 Wonders of Nature HONG KONG Hundred Islands Manila Coron Boracay Palawan Kota Kinabalu Bandar Seri Begawan Kuching 6th January is Windstar s President s Cruise with John Delaney Take an insider s tour of the Philippines and Borneo on our President s cruise departing January 6, 2018 aboard Star Legend. We ll celebrate with the crew in their homeland exploring the cultures and countries they love and know best. Enjoy a variety of special events as you spend 14 days traveling with John Delaney, President of Windstar.
Icons of Southeast Asia 14 nights Hong Kong to Bangkok onboard Star Legend Departing 20 Jan & 3 Feb (reverse) 18 starting from $7,770*pp twin share (Cat. S1) Hong Kong Halong Bay Da Nang Nha Trang Ho Chi Minh City Ko Kut Bangkok From Hong Kong and Bangkok s energetic embrace of east and west to Halong Bay s soul-stirring beauty, this journey will capture your heart. UNESCO World Heritage Sites are everywhere: the ancient trading city of Hoi An, My Son Sanctuary, Hue, Halong Bay. And between them lie miles of emerald jungle, brilliant smiles, and time at sea to make Star Legend your very own. See Bangkok, a city of colours and a feast for the senses; a place like no other Explore the ancient imperial temples and pagodas of Hue near Da Nang Sail the UNESCO site of Halong Bay, with its spectacular limestone outcrops and marine caves Wander the many colourful markets to marvel at the endless variety of not so familiar foods Visit the market in Hoi An to collect your local ingredients followed by a hands-on cooking class Enjoy the island fun on Ko Kut Highlights of Ho Chi Minh City include the Mekong Delta where farmers and fishermen have lived through countless generations HONG KONG CHINA Hanoi THAILAND Hoi An/ Hue BANGKOK VIETNAM Ko Kut Nha Trang Ho Chi Minh City 20th Jan departure is a James Beard Foundation Culinary Collection Cruise featuring Chef Lee Anne Wong Icons of Southeast Asia 14 nights from Singapore to Hong Kong onboard Star Legend Departing 3 Mar 18 starting from $6,271*pp twin share (Cat. S) Singapore Ho Chi Minh City Nha Trang Da Nang Halong Bay Hong Kong From Hong Kong and Singapore s energetic embrace of east and west to Halong Bay s soul-stirring beauty, this journey will capture your heart. UNESCO World Heritage Sites are everywhere: the ancient trading city of Hoi An, My Son Sanctuary, Hue, Halong Bay. And between them lie miles of emerald jungle, brilliant smiles, and time at sea to make Star Legend your very own. Explore the ancient imperial temples and pagodas of Hue near Da Nang Sail the UNESCO site of Halong Bay, with its spectacular limestone outcrops and marine caves Wander the many colourful markets to marvel at the endless variety of not so familiar foods Visit the market in Hoi An to collect your local ingredients followed by a hands-on cooking class Highlights of Ho Chi Minh City include the Mekong Delta where farmers and fishermen have lived through countless generations CHINA Hanoi HONG KONG Hoi An/ Hue VIETNAM Nha Trang Ho Chi Minh City Travel Centre - 15 Park Avenue, Coffs Harbour - 02 6652 1833
Marvels of China & the Japanese Islands 14 nights from Hong Kong to Beijing onboard Star Legend Departing 17 Mar 18 starting from $7,946*pp twin share (Cat. S1) Hong Kong Taipei (Keelung) Miyakojima (Hirara) Okinawa (Naha) Ishigaki Island Zhoushan/Zhujiajian Shanghai Qingdao Beijing (Tianjin) Rarely does one voyage capture so much of East Asia s mystery and magic. Overnight in Shanghai and Beijing with more time to explore the 9,999 rooms of the Forbidden City, or the Great Wall, whose sticky rice mortar bound the bricks so tight that in many places weeds still cannot grow. Discover the Venice of China in Zhujiajian s watertown, and a bit of Germany in Qingdao. Taste dim sum in Hong Kong and locally brewed sake in Miyakojima. Return each night to Star Legend, the exquisite thread that unites them all. See Hong Kong s impressive view at Victoria Peak and enjoy delicious dim sum at one of the many locations throughout the city that never sleeps Strewn with controversial history, the glittering capital city of Taiwan, Taipei is designed with beautiful architecture See where they harvest the famous black pearls in the picture-perfect setting of Ishigaki Island Explore Naha, Okinawa s Shuri Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site rebuilt after the devastation of WWII Explore Qingdao, the seaside city famous for the Tsingtao Beer and home of Taqing Palace, where Taoism was born Visit the numerous UNESCO sites in Beijing including the Forbidden City, the Great Wall and the Ming Tombs BEIJING Qingdao CHINA Shanghai Zhoushan Taipei HONG KONG TAIWAN Okinawa Miyakojima Ishigaki Island Splendours of Japan & South Korea 14 nights from Beijing to Tokyo onboard Star Legend Departing 31 Mar 18 starting from $7,946*pp twin share (Cat. S1) Beijing (Tianjin) Dalian Seoul (Incheon) Jeju (Cheju) City Busan Nagasaki Fukuoka (Hakata) Hiroshima Kochi Osaka Shimizu Tokyo (Yokohama) As you travel from China to South Korea to Japan, take in nearly a score of UNESCO wonders and 5,000 years of culture along the way. See temples, parks, and waterways at their finest, covered with delicate pink cherry blossoms and the ethereal beauty of Mount Fiji. Visit cities brimming with cultural touchstones choose from at least 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites within your reach. From Shimizu see the artistic inspiration that is Mount Fuji, Japan s highest mountain Spend time in Kyoto, one of the most traditional cities in Japan with temples, geishas and traditional food Visit the Manjang Cave in Jeju City, stretching over 5 miles long Experience Korean, Japanese and Chinese cultures all in one cruise Visit the numerous UNESCO sites in Beijing including the Forbidden City, the Great Wall and the Ming Tombs Enjoy the cuisine of Hiroshima, with not-to-be-missed Okonomiyaki savory pancakes BEIJING CHINA Dalian Jeju City Seoul SOUTH KOREA Busan Kochi Kyoto JAPAN TOKYO Shimizu Nagasaki Fukuoka Hiroshima Travel Centre - 15 Park Avenue, Coffs Harbour - 02 6652 1833
Travel Centre - 15 Park Avenue, Coffs Harbour - 02 6652 1833 SMALL SHIP EXPERIENCE With fewer than 300 guests, a Windstar yacht is large enough to pamper and indulge, yet small enough to anchor in secluded coves and dock in the heart of tiny Old World Villages places larger ships can t reach. Experience cultures in ways that are personal, authentic, and unscripted just as you would if you arrived in port on your own private yacht. Surroundings onboard are elegant, sophisticated, and fresh from renovations that reflect the discerning tastes of our guests. Days are relaxed and unregimented, perfect for stimulating conversations with like-minded travellers and engaging crew. And throughout the ship, you experience a delicious freedom from crowds, and warm, impeccable service that s been voted the best on the seas. PERSONALISED SERVICE There you are, stretched out on your deck chair, savouring the gentle sea breeze, and voila! the perfect refreshing drink appears at your side. Or you re just finishing dinner, contemplating the beautiful evening ahead, when presto! your absolute favourite dessert is suddenly in front of you. Or, after a day of exploring, our attentive crew is at your service welcoming you back with a warm smile. Are we really psychic, or are we just paying attention to what will make your moment perfect? WORLD CLASS CULINARY EXPERIENCE The most delicious thing happens when you dine on a Windstar yacht. The essence of the culture you just explored on shore miraculously appears as a culinary masterpiece on your plate. The freshest local ingredients, seasonal produce, and amazing ingenuity goes into each dish, made to order just for you. You may even have accompanied the chef to a local market to select the roma tomatoes and basil in tonight s special. GET CLOSER TO THE WORLD Only on Windstar s small ships can you dine alfresco as you skirt the legendary coastline of some of the world s most beautiful destinations. It s an intimate style of cruising that promotes connections, understanding, and a renewed sense of wonder. CELEBRATE A voyage on a Windstar yacht is an ideal reason to combine with a celebration of a special occasion whether it being celebrating a special birthday, honeymoon, anniversary or family reunion, the onboard atmosphere on any one of the six yachts matches perfectly with any celebratory occasion.
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