Stop-offs on our Asian cruises
Singapore
With wonderful weather year-round, bright lights, and a melting pot of culture, what better place to stop off on one of our Southeast Asia cruises than Singapore? Gardens by the Bay is cited to be one of the top tourist attractions in the world, and has several sections including the Cloud Forest, which is home to one of the tallest indoor waterfalls in the world, and the Flower Dome, home to plants native to everywhere from South America to South Africa!
Sentosa Island, home to beautiful beaches and Universal Studios, bustling Clarke Quay, with its plethora of cafes and restaurants, and the several hawker markets selling delicious cuisine are just some of the other things to visit while on one of our Asian cruises around Singapore.
Malaysia
A stop-off in Penang means time to explore both the Taoist and Hindu temples, alongside a spot of shopping at the Hin Bus Depot Sunday market, and a self-guided street art tour around the streets of George Town. Sample local delicacies at the hawker markets, or head to Penang National Park. Spanning just 25 square kilometres, it’s one of the smallest in the world, but is a perfect place for a hike, with multiple trails taking you past stunning beaches, a lighthouse, and even a turtle sanctuary!
If you’d like to spend more time in this wonderful country, extend your cruise around Asia with one of our Malaysia holiday packages.
Japan
A Japan cruise with us means you can discover Naha, Ishigaki, and Miyako Island, on two of our cruises. The capital of Okinawa, in Naha you can take to the seas on a snorkelling or diving tour, or even go whale watching! If you’d prefer to spend your time on dry land, then a visit to Shuri Castle is a must, which is a restored palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, and is where martial arts was first invented.
In Ishigaki, go shopping at the public market, book a pottery-making workshop, and relax on the surrounding pristine beaches – Sunset Beach is the most famous, and is a great spot for a BBQ. Finally, in Miyako Islands, you can swim, snorkel, and kayak to your heart’s content, with underwater caves and coral reefs waiting to be explored.
If you want to extend your time here, why not take a look at one of our Japan holiday packages, where you can visit major cities?
Taiwan
Visit the cities of Taipei and Keelung on one of our Southeast Asia cruises, where you can discover the best of what Taiwan has to offer. When in Taipei, you should take some time to hike to the top of Elephant Mountain, for beautiful views over the city… before heading to Taipei 101, to get an unrivalled view of the mountain you’ve just climbed!
Situated in northern Taiwan, no trip to Keelung is complete without a couple of hours at its famous Miaokou night market, with its iconic yellow lanterns lit up on Saturdays and Sundays. Other things to do while here include a wander around Zhengbin fishing harbour, with its pretty pastel buildings, and a swim at Baishawan Beach, which is one of the most popular resorts in the country.
China
Spend some time in Shanghai’s Baoshan district on one of our China cruises, where you can walk along the iconic Bund promenade, admiring all the skyscrapers; or view the city’s skyline from Shanghai Tower, which is the tallest building in the city, at a towering 128 floors. And, if you’re bringing the little ones with you, why not spend an afternoon at Shanghai’s Disney Resort, or wander around the Old Town and indulge in a spot of souvenir shopping?
Thailand
Our 4-night Thailand cruise on the Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas means you can spend some time in beautiful Phuket. Head straight to Bangtao Beach, with its pristine white sands and calm azure waters perfect for families. Other things you can do while in Phuket is visiting the Big Buddha and Wat Chalong, spending some time at the ethical Elephant Sanctuary, and sampling delicious Thai cuisine on vibrant Bangla Road.
To discover even more of this beautiful country, why not take a look at our full range of Thailand tours from Dubai?
