Jewels of Southeast Asia

Cruise Itinerary

• Day 1: UK to Singapore, Singapore

  Fly from the UK to Singapore for your 1-night pre cruise stay

• Day 2: Singapore (Embark)

  Embark onboard Norwegian Jade for your 11-night cruise

• Day 3: At sea

  Day at sea

• Day 4: Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand

  Laem Chabang is located two hours south of Bangkok. It is Thailand's largest and busiest industrial port, handling millions of tons of cargo each year. Most passengers head straight to Bangkok to discover the golden temples and sacred statues of Buddha. Have lunch at one of the world's top Michelin-starred restaurants. Be dazzled by the neon lights of downtown Bangkok where you will find the main shopping centres around Siam Square. Shopping in Bangkok is something to behold; with a combination of shopping centres and markets, you can pick up some of the finest souvenirs. Jump in a tuk-tuk and explore Bangkok's temples, palaces and markets.

• Day 5: Ko Samui, Thailand

  Explore Thailand's third-largest island — Koh Samui. Formerly known for its coconut plantations, the island is now famous for its white-sand coastline and exciting water sports. You can see Wat Phrayai and its 39-foot Buddha monument or head further inland to admire the stunning Na Muang Waterfalls. Pay a visit to the unique Hin Ta and Hin Yai rocks (the Grandpa and Grandma rocks). Get up close to indigenous marine and animal life at Samui Aquarium with Tiger Show. View the most famous poisonous snakes in Asia at the Snake Farm.

• Day 6: At sea

  Day at sea

• Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My), Vietnam

  Dock at Phu My and travel to Ho Chi Minh City. Formerly known as Saigon, Vietnam's capital city has a strong heritage and vivid culture with plenty of modern twists. Explore French colonial architecture, shop at a designer mall and sample some street food as you wander around the energetic avenues. You can visit the colourful floating markets of Mekong Delta, before heading to the city's famous landmarks — including Notre Dame Cathedral, Jade Emperor Pagoda and the National Museum of Vietnamese History. Discover wartime Vietnam at the Cu Chi tunnels and Independence Palace, then treat yourself to port, sticky rice and seafood dishes flavoured with lemongrass, coconut milk and peanut dipping sauce!

• Day 8: At sea

  Day at sea

• Day 9: Chan May, Vietnam

  Chan May Port is situated on the East coast of Vietnam between two iconic cities: Hue and Da Nang. Spend time on scenic China Beach in nearby Da Nang, where U.S. soldiers relaxed during the Vietnam War. Take a tour to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hue; otherwise known as the 'Imperial City of the Nguyen Emperors'. Here you can stop by the Imperial Enclosure and visit the Purple Forbidden City as its heart. Take a riverboat ride on the Perfume River or explore the Tomb of Tu Doc and Thien Mu Pagoda. Venture to the ancient city of Hoi An which boasts a melting pot of history and culture and is home to the elaborate Japanese Covered Bridge with its beautiful pagoda.

• Day 10: Hanoi (Ha Long Bay), Vietnam

  Hanoi sits on the banks of the Red River and is the capital of Vietnam. Take a stroll through the bustling Old Quarter to explore the Bach Ma Temple and taste the street food at Dong Xuan Market. Escape to nearby tranquil Hoan Kiem Lake and cross a red bridge to one of the lake's islands, home to Ngoc Son Temple. Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Military History Museum, Fine Art Museum, and Vietnam Museum of Ethnology are a must for culture fans. Stop by Hoa Lo Prison Museum, better known as the place where American POWs were held during the Vietnam War. No visit here would be complete without watching one of Hanoi's water puppet shows at the Municipal Water Puppet Theatre or walking alongside Tay Ho Lake to view the Tay Ho and Tran Quoc Pagodas.

• Day 11: At sea

  Day at sea

• Day 12: Hong Kong, China

  Hong Kong is an autonomous territory in South East China. Hong Kong has developed from a small fishing village in the 19th century to a bustling metropolis filled with high-rise buildings and infused with culture. Hong Kong is a shopper’s paradise; discover a wide range of shopping experiences at Causeway Bay, Sheung Wan, Harbour City, Festival Walk, and Tsim Sha Tsui. Dine in a traditional restaurant and sample a world of exquisite, mouth-watering local cuisine including noodles, dumplings, and rice. Visit Mickey Mouse at Disneyland Park, or relax on the white sand at Repulse Bay. Trek to Victoria Peak; the highest peak on Hong Kong Island and see one of the world's most beautiful skylines at Victoria Harbour. Witness the historical temples including Man Mo Temple and Po Lin Monastery for an insight into the local culture.

• Day 13: Hong Kong, China (Debark)

  Disembark the cruise for your 3-night stay in Hong Kong

• Day 14-15: Hong Kong, China

  Hotel Stay in Hong Kong

• Day 16: Hong Kong, China to UK

  Make your way to the airport for your return flight back to the UK