| Southeast Asia / China - Cruisetour |
Southeast Asia / China - Cruisetour
31 October - 26 November 2009
Damnern Saduak Floating Market - Bangkok
FLIGHT & LAND TOUR ITINERARIES
Sunday, Nov 01 Overnight in London
Arrive London/Gatwick Airport at 5:45am. Clear Immigration & Customs; collect your bags and board our private coach for transfer to have brunch at the Runnymede 4-star hotel & Spa Egham near Heathrow Airport.
After breakfast we continue on to our hotel at Heathrow Airport - The Sofitel London Heathrow at Terminal 5. Check in at 3:00p for an overnight stay. Rest of the day at your leisure. (B)
Monday, Nov 02 London to Beijing, China
Breakfast - Check out of our rooms by 12:00noon, departing our hotel at 1:00pm for check in for our flight BA 039 departing Terminal 5 at 4:45pm for Beijing, China. (B)
Tuesday, Nov 03 Arrival in Beijing
Arrive Beijing at 10:35am. Clear Immigration & Customs; collect our bags, before boarding our private coach for our hotel for a 3-night stay at The Crowne Plaza Hotel Beijing or a similar 5-star hotel.
Wednesday, Nov 04 Full day City
After Breakfast, depart our hotel for a full day city tour of Beijing, visiting Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven.
In the evening we enjoy a wonderful dinner feasting on Beijing Duck. Later we attend an evening performance at the Beijing Opera Show. (B/L/D)
Thursday, Nov 05 Great Wall Excursion
Breakfast, depart the hotel at 8:00am for a full day excursion to the Great Wall of China, the Ming Tombs and Sacred Way. (B/L/D)
Note: B = Breakfast L= Lunch D = Dinner
Friday, Nov 06 Boarding Diamond Princess
After Breakfast, checkout of our hotel and board our private coach to the Pier (Xingang) in Tianjin. On arrival at the Pier we prepare to check in and board our cruise ship Diamond Princess for our 16-day cruise to other parts of Asia, where we can walk in the footsteps of Emperors and Samurai.
Asia is full of ancient cultures, unparalleled in exotic beauty and mysticism. From Southeast Asia to the Far East, explore the myriad customs and traditions of each one. The fascinating countries of Vietnam, China, Japan and Thailand are equally amazing and yet vastly different. See the great Buddhas of Bangkok or experience a whirlwind shopping-spree in Hong Kong. Explore the temples of Japan and the monuments of Beijing. The magic never ends on this side of the world.The Silk Road, the Spice Route and Xanadu beckon. Wander among ornate gilded pavilions, ancient temples, modern skyscrapers and bustling street markets filled with foreign and wonderful fruits and vegetables, not to mention just about everything else imaginable. Asia is really an escape of a lifetime aboard Princess Cruise lines' Diamond Princess.
Diamond Princess is a luxury destination in itself. Wake each morning in anticipation of a new horizon. Take in the view from one of nearly 740 balcony staterooms. Indulge in a hot stone massage at the renowned Lotus Spa, enjoy fine dining in a formal or relaxed atmosphere and make it a cruise to remember.
CRUISE ITINERARY
(6 - 22 November 2009)
| Day | Port | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Nov | Beijing, China | 7:00 PM | |
| 7 Nov | At Sea | ||
| 8 Nov | Nagasaki, Japan | 12:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 9 Nov | At Sea | ||
| 10 Nov | Shanghai, China | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 11 Nov | At Sea | ||
| 12 Nov | Okinawa, Japan | 7:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
| 13 Nov | Taipei, China | 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 14 Nov | At Sea | ||
| 15 Nov | Hong Kong, China | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 16 Nov | At Sea | ||
| 17 Nov | Nha Trang, Vietnam | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 18 Nov | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | ||
| 19 Nov | At Sea | ||
| 20 Nov | Singapore | 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 21 Nov | At Sea | ||
| 22 Nov | Bangkok, Thailand | 7:00 AM |
DEPOSIT & FINAL PAYMENTS (per person):
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Cancellations:
Travel Insurance:
Travel Insurance is recommended and can be arranged.
Ask our Travel Consultants about either of the above Travel Insurance Plans.
PASSPORT & VISA REQUIREMENTS:
PASSPORTS:
A valid passport is required
for all travelers on this tour. Passports must
not expire prior to May 31, 2010.
VISAS:
If holding a Barbadian, Canadian, British or
American Passport, kindly check below for visa
information. The Travel House will assist you in
obtaining the necessary visas.
Passports, along with completed, signed
application forms, visa and courier fees should
brought to our offices on or before August 15, 2009.
Visa application forms can be collected from our
office after July 15, 2009.
VISAS ARE REQUIRED FOR COUNTRIES LISTED AT LEFT
| Countries to be visited in Asia | Bdos | Canada | British | USA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Japan | No | No | No | No |
| Vietnam | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Thailand | Yes | No | No | No |
| Singapore | No | No | No | No |
CURRENT COST OF VISAS:
NB: Cost is per person in
Barbados Dollars for holders of passports
mentioned.
China: Barbadian - BD$40.00
American - BD$220.00
Canadian or British - BD$50.00
Vietnam: All nationalities - BD$163.00
(inclusive of return courier charges).
Thailand: Barbadian - BD$91.00 (inclusive of
return courier charges).
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Currency:
US dollars, Travellers cheques
or major credit cards can be used on tour.
Weather:
The month of November forms
part of the Autumn Season with average
temperatures between 17-23 degrees Celsius
(63-74 degrees Fahrenheit). This time
of year is cool and dry. A sweater is
recommended, as temperatures will vary from
place to place.
Dress:
There are 4 formal nights
aboard ship where formal wear is required. All
other occasions are elegantly casual. You will
need comfortable walking shoes for your tours.
An umbrella is always an asset.